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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 02, 1895

Page

3

Health board warns of rise in kidney and female troubles

The New York Board of Health reports a sharp weekly rise in deaths from kidney liver and urinary diseases and from various female ailments. Weather or living conditions may contribute, yet the pattern shows widespread weakness in kidneys and urinary organs across Americans. Warner’s features are praised as a trusted remedy for kidney liver bladder and female disorders, with advice to seek care promptly to avoid lasting misery.

New York Board of Health Warner America

General Turf Notes Highlight Early 20th Century Racing Issues

Joe Patchen’s season winnings total 17000 as Forbes partners invest over 600000 in horses. Ramey trains a yearling brother to John R. Gentry, pacing 40 seconds for a quarter and 2:16 for an eighth, with a target of 206 next year. California press backs handicapper Norman Brough amid Spreckels resignation, claiming the complaint masks other issues. Jack Curry to bring eleven horses to the grand circuit next year for Colonel J. G. Taylor, including Lily Glen and several Joe Patchen and Domincer progeny. Jockeys face strict 2 whip rules in San Francisco, a boy fined 50 dollars. Australian Moores seeks U S engagement. Fred T. Miller faces grand jury on gaming device charges after Bennings track arrest. trial imminent as race officials question Engeman ruling. Hot Springs pool rooms ordered closed by authorities. no pools sold at track. Joe Thompson in England again after double event bets. Cambridgeshire win boosts payoffs. Western associations push high stakes amid disorganized turfmen.

Joe Patchen W. H J. Malcolm Forbes James D. Ramey John R. Gentry Ramey California Norman Brough California Jockey Club Adolph B. Spreckels Jack Curry J. G. Taylor St. Louis Joe Patches Domineer Maby Flossie Bezant Rowena Benningsee George H. Engeman Hot Springs R. V. Chambers &Co Joe Thompson England Cambridgeshire

Sporting notes mentions loans and events at Riverside and skating meet

A $70,000 loan to the New York Athletic Club is secured by a mortgage on Travers Island and Sixth Avenue property, approved by Judge Cullen in Brooklyn. Riverside Boat Club secretary Hynes reports the January 10 boxing meeting is canceled. The National Amateur Skating Association will hold championships on Orange Lake near Newbury this winter, with events ranging from a quarter mile to ten miles on a five mile track. A London Athletic Club reply to NYAC’s challenge for a next year tour is pending, with doubts about English team availability and timing for late summer travel.

New York Athletic Club Manhattan Life Insurance Company Travers Island Sixth Avenue Fifty-ninth Street Cullen Supreme Court Brooklyn T. W. Hynes Riverside Boat Club National Amateur Skating Association Orange Lake Newbury London Athletic Club United States Loréon Athletic Club

Boston Shooting Association Opens Year With Novel Team Match

In Wellington at the Wollaston Gun Club, a New Year shoot featured 3020 targets broken in many events. A unique team match for dinners ended with Captain Herbert's Wollaston Gun Club team defeating Captain Sawyer's Boston Shooting Association team by 138 to 114.

Slington Boston Ting Association Wich LeRoy Wheeler C. B. Sanborn Nck Allison Pray Kennison W. A. Born Herbert Wollaston Gun Club Sawyer Boston Shooting Association Keystones Rman Erber Erbert Boston

Mas ter Workmen's Association elects officers for year

uynn's new labor organization, the Mas ter Workmen's Association, held a last night meeting where officers were elected for the ensuing year. President Frank G. Kelly, vice-president J. W. Haskell, secretary P. S. Curry, treasurer F. F. Stocker, directors James Heath James Burner and George Blakley were named.

Uynn Master Workmen’s Association Frank G. Kelly J. W.haskell P. S. Curry F. F. Stocker James Heath James Burner George Blakley

Not a Refuge Insane Patients Shipments Draw State Protest

The State Board of Lunacy and Charity releases its annual report criticizing Worcester Lunatic Hospital practices and warning against treating the facility as a refuge for drunkards. It notes judges too often commit prisoners to the hospital, urges trustee reforms, and cites 34 transfers abroad with substantial cost implications. The report praises McLean Hospital, notes baby farming’s near extinction due to new laws, and highlights ten escapes at Worcester Lunatic Hospital. It also covers Massachusetts Club activities and a bowling tournament at Mattapan Road Club.

State Board of Lunacy and Charity Massachusetts Worcester Lunatic Hospital McLean Hospital Waverly Pratt Alcott Fred Perkins Berkeley Hall Learned Press Club Sharp Hyde Park Hyde Parks Charlestown Rovers Eagle Mattapans Logan Eagles Robinson Baker Trailer Press Mattapan Road Club

Where to Go Skating in Greater Boston Areas

A list of skating locations across the Boston area including Jamaica Pond Jamaica Plain Leverett Pond Tremont and Pond Fair Wood Island Park East Boston Broo ks Pond Mystic Lake Horn Pond Woburn Mother Brook and Neponset River Readville with nearby public access points and safety notes. sites span Jamaica Plain East Boston Cambridge Newton Dedham Woburn and Readville with multiple ponds and parks named for skating access and proximity to major avenues and neighborhoods.

Jamaica Pond Jamaica Plain Pond Jamaica Wai Zarek Sah Ee Air Leverett Tremont and Eevdgsvereustetves Accesuess Bavey Fens Pwuntington Longwo Avenues Franklin Park Blue Hill Avenue Franklin Field Fran Po' ccc Cdi Vhs Aki Fair Wood Island Park Boston Brooks Pond Oak Square Peace Handler’s Newton Ishelands Dedham Saxonville

Boxing Gossip Reveals Fight Plans and Dempsey Alarm

Boxing gossip reports the Ryan Dempsey fight set for January at the Seaside Club while doubting a Dixon Griffo contest. It cites Dempsey’s rumored mental deterioration and mentions Seaside Club plans, weight forfeit, and ref Captain Daly Jr. as official. It notes Stoddard absent and Griffo’s New York activity with McAuliff.

Atlantic Athletic Club Atlantic Club Parson Davies New York Griffo Philadelphia Behan Helen Ryan Dempsey Jack Dempsey New Orleans Dempsey Ryan Jack Boston Billy Brady Bottom of the Sea Young Starlight Martin Flaherty Charlesbank Athletic Club William Daly, Jr Suffolk Committee On Boxing Dave Ross Tommy Kelly Ross Mike Sears New England Jack McAuliff Young Griffo Mcauliff Eddie Stoddard Dixon Rob Roy

Cutiura Anti- Pain Plasters Praise Receives Endorsement

Nervous mothers find comfort in Cutiura Anti- Pain Plasters, praising its strength and vitality. The testimonial highlights the product as a prudent choice for tired caregivers seeking relief and steadiness for themselves and children.

Waltham Cycle Club elects officers for year

Waltham January 1 The Waltham Cycle Club names H. B. Weston as president W. H. Randle as vice president James Moore as secretary Charles Bond as treasurer and Walter Sawyer John Podmore and J. E. Libby as directors for the coming year.

Waltham Waltham Cycle Club H. B. Weston W. H. Randle James Moore Charles Bond Walter Sawyer John Podmore J. E. Libby

Skating Races Open at Orange Lake Prelims to National Meet

A large crowd at Newburg witnessed Orange Lake preliminaries for the National Amateur Skating Association races slated for Jan 19. In the main event James A Donaghue faced Howard Mashier with Mashier winning two straight 220 yard heats.

Newburg N. Y New York Orange Lake National Amateur Skating Association James A. Donaghue Howard Mashier Stormking Mashier

Suffolk Athletic Club selects lineup for first pale rink match

The Suffolk Athletic Club will face Dorchester Athletic next Monday night in the first basketball match at the pale rink. Home leads the team with Phil Storgel and Ben Osthnes at forwards, James F Quinn at centre, Charles Taylor captain at left centre, W J Holland right centre, Henry Osthnes left back, J M Allen Jr right back, Al Dowling goalkeeper, and H Vowles. A racing and cycling carnival is scheduled for the same night.

Suffolk Athletic Club Dorchester Athletic Pale Rink Phil Storgel Ben Osthnes James F. Quinn Charles Taylor W. J. Holland Henry Osthnes J. M. Allen Jr al Dowling H. Vowles

Sleigh Races Draw Crowds on Ocean Street

Ocean street drew large crowds yesterday afternoon for sleigh races and a passing parade. Families traveled in turnout sleighs while singles dominated the line as the course stayed in fine condition and spectators lined the sidewalks.

Lynn Ocean Street

Salem Seeks New England League Franchise

Salem manager Carroll announced plans to ease Bridge Street grounds and push Salem into the New England League. He will attend the Boston meeting to secure a franchise for Salem.

Salem Carroll Bridge Street Boston

Allstons Defeat Charles Town Club In Quarters Bout

The Allstons faced Charles Town club last evening at their quarters and won easily from the start. Difficult spares included Smith 4-5 Aubin 5-10 Harris 1-3 8-10 Marston 4-5.

Allstons Charlestown Smith Aubin Harris Marston

G. R. Fish Team defeats Clapp Tilden’s on Tremont alleys

On Tremont street alleys last night the G. R. Fish bowling team defeated Clapp Tilden’s by a score of 2110 to 188.

Tremont Street G. R. Fish Clapp Tilden’s

Polo Games Result Roundup From Multiple Cities

Polo matches reported last night show Salem defeating Providence 8 to 3 at Salem, and Pawtucket beating New Bedford 7 to 4 at Pawtucket. Boston hosts a 4 to 3 win over Lynn in Boston.

Salem Providence Pawtucket New Bedford Boston Lynn

City Hall clashes as Republicans split over aldermanic chair

Rumors of deals and a split in the Republican camp threaten control of the Board of Aldermen and Common Council. Sanford backed by five Democrats could win the chair, while Democrats push for John H. Lee, and four Democrats plan to defeat Mayor Briggs foe O'Brien. Council member Woods openly opposes O'Brien and backs Briggs, signaling a major power struggle to inaugurate a new leadership.

City Hall Sunday Post Post Common Council Sanford John H. Lee Frank H. Briggs O’brien Woods Ward 13 City Messenger Briggs Jacobs Ward 22 Horace G. Allen

Chandler Victory in New Hampshire Speaker Caucus

Concord New Hampshire January 1 Colonel Stephen S Jewett of Laconia was nominated at the Republican Representatives caucus for Speaker of the House receiving 171 votes to 8 for James O Lyford of Concord. Jewett drew the Chandler camp while Lyford led the opposition, signaling Chandler's likely re election with a decisive majority in the nominating caucus.

Concord N. H Stephen S. Jewett Laconia James O. Lyford Jewett Chandler Lyford

City Hall Flag Raised Under New City Ordinance

Yesterday morning on New Year’s Day the Star Spangled Banner was unfurled over City Hall in Boston. The new ordinance, approved by the Mayor on Saturday afternoon, requires Messenger Peters to fly the flag daily except Sundays.

Boston Peters

Morton Inaugurated Governor of New York in 1901

Levi P. Morton was inaugurated as Governor of New York for the next two years. He becomes the first Republican to hold the office since 1879. The ceremony took place in Albany with Mordant officials presenting the oath.

Albany N. Y Levi P. Morton New York

Reception for Somerville deacons after twenty years of service

Edward Hartshorn and Matthew P. Elliot, long serving deacons of Prospect Hill Church, were honored at a large reception last evening. Pastor Rev. E S Tead and Mrs. Tead assisted, with an active reception committee and ushers guiding guests. Refreshments were arranged by several ladies, with help from numerous young helpers and table organizers.

Edward Hartshorn Matthew P. Elliot Somerville Prospect Hill E. 8. Tead E. H. Monroe A. H. Hines W. S. Clarke George B. Clarke Harry Hartshorn Nelson Grover George Clarke Dwight Hubbard Herbert Kimball George H. Galpin M. Belle Brooks Helen M. Rogers Lena B. Blaikie Edith L. Munroe John L. Ambrose Luther Blaikie George A. Kimball Etta Byam Addie Byam Mabel Pettes Idella Kibbie Emily Willicox Hattie May Hamlin Essie Shaw Ida Brooks

Armenians of Boston Thanks Gladstone in Cable

After a Sunday meeting at Friendship Hall the Armenians of Boston sent a cable to Gladstone in which they express gratitude for his sympathy and aid. They note Vibert is unseen but must be confronted and urge European diplomats to show interest in their countrymen’s affairs by recognizing acts in their favor.

Gladstone Boston Friendship Hall Mass William E. Gladstone London Eng Vibert Europe

Blenheim Arrives In Halifax Harbor With Sir John Thompson Body

In a rain swept arrival the H M S Blenheim reached the harbor mouth at 10 30 am with Sir John Thompson's body aboard. Forts York Mackay and Georges fired minute guns as the vessel approached the water front where the body was transferred with military honors to the Parliament building. Also listed are speakers willing to address the Catholic Literary Union banquet at Hotel Brunswick on Jan 9 on Religion the Safeguard of the Republic.

Halifax N. S H. M Blenheim Sir John Thompson York Mackabbs Georges Parliament Building Charles J. Bonaparte Baltimore Francis A. Walker The Institute of Technology Thomas J. Gargan Catholic Literary Union Hotel Brunswick

First anti-toxine used in Newton hospital

Newton reports the first use of anti-toxine tonight at the hospital on a patient with an advanced type of diphtheria. The event marks a new treatment approach in the city's medical care.

Newton

Hair loss prevention prompt from 19 Tremont note

The fragment urges avoiding bald styling and suggests a remedy to prevent hair thinning. It references a reported trick or product at Tremont and mentions a pompadour style. The text is fragmented and lacks verifiable details or a clear event.

Go NO Bros Tremont ‘Pompadour

Stage Gossip and Shifting Boston Theatre Lineup

William Woolf to replace Edwin Stevens in Castle Square troupe as Hoss and Hoss headed next week at Grand Opera House. Lillian Russell shines in The Grand Duchess at Tremont while Shore Acres tours to Chicago after three weeks in Boston. Engagment details cover Julia Marlowe Taber at Hollis Street Theatre with Romeo and Juliet and As You Like It in January.

William Woolf Boston Lillian Russell the Tremont Julia Marlowe Taber Hollis Street Theatre Colombe Chatterton Ingomar Boston Theatre Shore Acres Chicago McVicker’s Edwin Stevens Louise Beaudet Hoss Grand Opera House Jacques Kruger

Foreclosure threat on Asbury Temple in Waltham

The Waltham Savings Bank forecloses its mortgage on Asbury Temple, the First Methodist Society building at Main and Moody streets, four stories tall with post office and shops. Built at 160000 cost, interest of about 10000 was due, with Jan 1 1895 deadline after extended talks. Sale set for Saturday Jan 26 unless settlement is reached. Boston capitalists reportedly may assist.

Waltham Waltham Savings Bank Asbury Temple First Methodist Society Main Moody Streets Boston

Nickersons celebrate golden wedding in New Bedford

George T. Nickerson and his wife marked their Golden Wedding with a large reception at their North Ash street home in New Bedford. Nickerson is a well known local figure and received many handsome presents from friends and neighbors.

New Bedford George T. Nickerson North Ash Street Nickerson

Reorganization Plan for Naval Reserves Proposed

Washington D C January 1 A meeting of executive officers from the United States naval reserves in several states will convene in the capital next week to discuss reorganizing the reserves and the structure of their service.

Washington, D. C United States Naval Reserves

Amateur Bowling League schedule in Massachusetts first division

Schedule lists matches across January February 19XX with neutral alleys. Teams include Melrose Athletic Casino Les Miserables Boston Athletic Salem Vesper and others. Venues cover Highland Club Charles town Norfolk House Casino Old Dorchester Club and multiple city clubs.

Amateur Bowling League of Massachusetts Melrose Athletic Casino Highland Club Melrose Les Miserables Boston Athletic Charlestown Club Salem Vesper Allston U Norfolk House Miserables Old Dorchester Club Arlington Boat Club Oxford Club Lynn Calumet Club Winchester Boston Athletic Association Salem Bowling Club 999Th Artillery Association Charlestown Medford Club Lowell Newton Club

Towne grocer Pliny Fiske Towne ill after apoplexy attack

Watertown reports Pliny Fiske Towne, leading local grocer at BeMis on Bridge street, fell ill after dinner. He suffered a first apoplectic attack around 7:30 p m, a second stroke, then relapse into unconsciousness by 10 p m with two hemorrhages feared. His condition remained doubtful last night.

Watertown Pliny Fiske Bemis Bridge Street

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