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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1898
Page
2
Fitchburg January 3 Miss Addie Frances Gillette of Fitchburg seeks admission to the Worcester county bar but was denied membership amid objections based on personal grounds The niece of the actor is hopeful she will be permitted to join the legal fraternity amid opposition she finds grievous and unfounded.
A 24 year old, an orphan, Miss Gillette trained as a clerk for Judge Hayden and studied law while living at his home. Rumors and a petition from Fitchburg women seek to deny her bar admission citing her living arrangement and Hayden's divorce. She is engaged to a London bound suitor and planned probate law in Boston before the controversy.
A Newark silk mill story shows a tired dyeing worker whose illness distorts silk colors, leading to discharge. The piece promotes Warner's Safe Cure as a modern scientific remedy enabling women to overcome periodic sickness and attend social functions without pain.
Nellie Peterkin, out on bail, plans a new trial with counsel McBarron and Casey. Her lawyers accuse the Boston press of prejudicing the case and say a fair press treatment could have changed the jury’s verdict while praising Judge Bishop’s conduct.
The new General Assembly faces a tight, high-stakes start as Democrats and anti Hanna Republicans push for control. In the Senate 18 to 17 favors Democrats with Cromley named president pro tem, while in the House Mason wins the Speakership bid 56 to 53 amid strong public sentiment backing Hanna. Close party lines and steering committees signal a tense session ahead.
The Ohio House faced intense pressure as anti Hanna Republicans faced threats from constituents and telegrams demanding resignations. J. P. Griffith, speaker pro tem, endured protests while Hanna supporters pursued party shifts and a broad push for Hanna’s election by party lines.
Representative Bramley of Cleveland moves to repeal the fifty year street railway franchise law. Senator Hanna backs the measure while Senator Burke faces potential hostilities. A Cuba recognition resolution is pushed by Representative Jones. Resignations and protests erupt as Springfield Republicans oppose Governor Bushnell in the senatorial contest. A Hanna demonstration greets the visiting delegation.
The Great and General Court of Massachusetts convenes for 1898 with Governor Wolcott to be inaugurated and sessions outlined. A Republican senatorial caucus, Governor's Council meeting, and 11 a m House oath mark the start, while social events precede the inaugural ceremonies at the State House.
As the Legislature reconvened at 2 30 pm Charles L Kurtz who led the opposition to Hanna was named the opposition candidate for Senator against Hanna Governor Bushnell and McKesson consented to the arrangement The Hanna Republicans said they would back any gold Democrat to defeat Kurtz The Senate recessed after a half hour and the House continued routine business The House adopted a Senate joint resolution to appoint a committee for Governor Bushnell inauguration next Monday with 104 votes in favor.
An 1810 origin liniment advertised by Johnson & Co of Boston claims cures for croup cough cramps and various ailments with internal and external use. Each bottle bears the doctor's signature and directions. sold by all druggists at 35 cents with six bottles for $2.00.
In Cleveland on January 3 the Tippecanoe Club urged Senators Burke and Representatives Mason and Bramley to vote with the Republican caucus for the U S Senate nominee, denouncing their actions and planning a protest meeting. The club also condemned Governor Bushnell’s stance, and members planning a train to his inauguration have resigned, potentially canceling the trip.
Dayton's entire delegation declines to attend the emergency inauguration due to Moseedh's stance in the senatorial fight. The Blaine Club of Cincinnati plans to attend regardless, with President Archibald stating their club will go.
The nine month and three year enlistment men reunion at Quincy House drew fifty veterans. Officers elected include President William B. Lottridge Boston first vice-president William A Hall Allston second vice president E A Willard Allston treasurer George T Roberts Chelsea and secretary Theodore A Plimpton Boston. Deaths in the first year of the group were James W Sarvey James F Maxwell Albert P Brock C H Butterfield Comrade Littlefield James McClure E W Egery and Fred S Cole. After-dinner speakers included General A P Martin and Colonel W W Careurth.
The American Wringer Company lists its address at 77 and 79 Franklin street and 80 Arch street and advertises clothes wringers man gies and carpet sweepers with repair service. Orders by mail or telephone receive prompt attention.
From Havana comes word of 2500 Cubans from Santa Clara and Puerto Principe invading Havana province to bolster General Alejando Rodriguez against Spanish suppression. Brigadier General Nestor Aranguren leads patrols near Jaruco as leaders Mayia Rodriguez and DuCasi meet in Blanquizar to plan further action.
Trials in the Superior Criminal sessions are paused this week as the new grand jury sits, with foreman Charles H. Whiting. The district attorney has no report on the McLaughlin sanity commission. Six months sentences given in a knife and stiletto fight at 5 Ransom court. The Italian murder case against Bruno Cappocini is postponed to Jan. 13 with no counsel yet secured. January divorce session opens at Pemberton square. 129 entries, 36 contested. multiple decrees nisi for domestic cases and desertion.
La Discusion reports General Blanco will take the field within the next fortnight and proceed to eastern Cuba. While he is away from Havana, Senor Galves premier of the new colonial cabinet will assume control of the island. In Caraballo town, 100 of 130 residents suffer hunger and disease due to lack of local authorities.
The fifth annual charity entertainment in aid of the Women’s Auxiliary Board Fund for the Scots Charitable Society drew large crowds at Odd Fellows Hall. A concert and ball featured Miss Katherine Mcleod, E Brodie, Mrs. Alice Bates Rice, and F A Greene with violin solos. Mrs J W Howe presided, Mrs C Mitchell reported on society work, Rev W E Archibald spoke, Master Ritchie wed, and dancing continued until morning with Robert Anderson as floor director.
Albert Crossley won a two-hour Adelphi Rink race with thirty eight miles and three laps. R J Stitt finished second with thirty eight miles two and a quarter laps. Fred Crossley took third with thirty six miles fourteen laps and Albert Scales was fourth with thirty four miles seventeen laps. The Crossley Stitt showdown drew a large, enthusiastic crowd.
In New York articles, a small Greenpoint A. C. crowd watched Joe Burke clash with Johnny Martin. the bout halted in the second round with Martin earning the decision. Kane defeated Hildt in the fourth, and Glynn replaced Rice to face Jack Burke, who stopped Glynn in the third.
The Boston press hosts a city hall banquet at the Parker House honoring Mayor Quincy. Professor Thomas A. Mullen presided and praised reporters for their courtesy and support. John H. Lee joined, recalling twenty eventful years as festivities continued late.
Nutrition advocate cites Dr Bennett Davenport analysis of Postum Cereal Coffee as a healthful brain fuel. It lists moisture fat protein non nitrogenous extracts and energy yielding components claiming 13.13 percent protein 66.11 percent dextrine and 79.24 percent total for brain tissue formation.
Volunteer Harbor No. 4 of the American Association of Masters and Pilots of Steam Vessels installed its officers at 144 Meridian Street East Boston. Grand First Pilot W S Durkee presided as installation officer with Ray Allen conducting. A dinner followed at Hotel Crowhurst Chelsea and plans were made for the Harbor’s tenth annual ball on January 12 at Music Hall East Boston.
Springfield reports in January that the American Steel and Wire Company plans to file articles of incorporation in Illinois with capital stock of 87 million dollars. Principal offices will be in Chicago. Thirty million dollars in preferred stock and 57 million in common stock. Incorporators include John W. Meres Isaac L. Ellwood and Elbert H. ary. Licensing fee expected to exceed 87 thousand dollars.
Alarm at 6:40 for second floor blaze in a three story building at 426 Broadway owned by Francis James. Lodger John McMahon aged 60 badly burned. Joseph Freeman arrested for knife assault on Joseph Young. Patrolman Toland injured by a fallen horse. Home burglary reported at 49 South Russell street with theft of watch ring and $6. Chinese quarter raid at 23 Harrison avenue with 13 Celestials detained. Polygamy charge against Sarah Bold. John Frill found dead from neck fracture after a stair fall. Fire at 1446 Worcester avenue barber shop causing $50 loss.
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