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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 05, 1898

Page

2

Saratoga Lincoln Water Boosts Urinary Calculi Cure

A Boston traveler reports severe back and bladder pain from urinary calculi. After using Lincoln Spring Water, he passes multiple stones and experiences restored health. Dr. Pitt confirms the treatment's success and praises Saratoga Lincoln Water.

Boston Mass Lincoln Spring CO Cornhill Saratoga Lincoln Bright Pitt Lons A. G. Halsey June Jet Saratoga Lincoln Halsey J. S. Pitt, M. D

Back Bay Theft Highlights Sneak Burglary

Police report a Commonwealth avenue burglary by a thief using a false key. At 382 Commonwealth Avenue Frank Cavanaugh and Herbert Dudley were robbed of a diamond stud valued at 150 dollars plus cuff buttons enamel buttons silver buttons a gold pencil a gold scarf pin and a double breasted overcoat. the thief fled before finishing the loot.

South End Roxbury Back Station 16 Commonwealth Avenue Frank Cavanaugh Herbert Dudley Cavanaugh Dudley

Division officers elected for Riddle Hall Division 39

In Riddle Hall Division 39 officers were installed with Michael Cav anagh as president and Patrick Hayes as vice president. George Reardon, James Hanrihan, Peter McNeilly, P W Rose and Patrick O'Brien filled secretary and other posts. The literary committee announced a planned entertainment and readings were given by Hayes Harrington Burns Corbett and Jordan.

Riddle Hall Michael J. Cavanagh Patrick W. Hayes George A. Reardon James E. Hanrihan Peter McNeilly P. W. Rose Patrick O’brien J. C. Dolan Order America P. W. Hayes Daniel J. Harrington Peter Burns P. Corbett P. W. Jordan

Benefit for Jack Dolan Heads to Kossuth Hall

Friends of Jack Dolan arrange a testimonial at Kossuth Hall on Friday evening February 4. The program features vaudeville acts from leading city theatres and a buck dancing championship of New England with entries closing February 2 to Jack Dolan Howard Atheneum or the Post sports editor.

Jack Dolan Kossuth Hall New England Howard Atheneum the Post

New Great South American Kidney Cure Promises Quick Relief

Distressing kidney and bladder disease renewed in six hours by a claimed remedy from Geo. G. Goodwin & Co. The ad touts rapid relief of pain in kidneys and back, with instant water retention relief for both men and women.

Eyena Geo. G& Goodwin & CO

Callahan and McNary Emerging in Democratic State Slate

Christopher T. Callahan of Holyoke seeks the Democratic State chairmanship with William B. McNary of Boston as secretary. The pair, part of a Boston faction including James E. Hayes and others, pursue a slate amid secrecy as the State committee plans to organize next Saturday.

Holyoke McNary South Boston Christopher T. Callahan William 8S. McNary Boston Democratic State Committee George Messrs Hayes Daly Quinn State Committee Democratic Callahan M’nary Mr. Williams

Americanism and national unity at a Massachusetts banquet

Speakers condemned war while urging peace and prosperity. They praised young Americans for readiness to defend the nation, urged real patriotism, unity of capital and labor, and asserted humane Massachusetts laws must stand. Attorney-General Knowlton closed with light wit and firm resolve.

Sumter Abraham Lincoln Blackmar Sheridan

Councillor Isaac Allen to leave Governor's Council

The Hon. Isaac B. Allen plans retirement from the Governor's Council tomorrow and reveals plans for a free reading room for young men, a real estate office, and future work for his race. He recalls bribe attempts, defends his honor, and notes a cherished council chair gift from Governor Wolcott.

Isaac B. Allen Governor’s Council Post Ebenezer. Baptist Church Republican Party Ebenezer Church Allen Boston Mr. Allen Northampton Street Rien South End Washington Street Court Street Beacon Ill Council Crane Councillor Allen Governor Wolcott Europe

Griffith Breaks With Hanna Over Senate Vote

J E Griffith reverses from supporting Hanna after condemning conduct toward his wife and vows to back a Republican other than Hanna for U S Senator. Hanna disputes the letter, triggering sharp reaction among Hanna supporters and rival workers.

Weavers Strike at Shove and King Philip Mills

In Fall River today two small strikes occurred after new price lists. About sixty weavers left at Shove mill as wages would drop from 7.50 to 5.50, and King Philip workers disputed roughly 19 percent cuts on some goods. Union officials have not acted yet and a committee interviewed mill officials. A later meeting at Music Hall, presided by John P. Downey, adopted a resolution to provide financial support if New Bedford weavers strike. Meeting adjourned to January 12 amid slim attendance due to notice issues.

Knowlton Blackmar Keith Thomas McKinley Prosperity Arkwright Club Massachusetts Republic Atlanta Fall River New Bedford Weavers Shove King Philip Mills King Philip Shore Mill Music Hall John P. Downey

Laconia Car Company Forms 600 Freight Cars Contract

The Laconia Car Company has contracted with Boston and Maine to build 600 freight cars 300 coal cars and 200 flats. Operations begin February 1 promising four months of steady work as preparations for full plant resumption proceed in all departments.

Laconia, N. H Laconia Car Company Works Boston & Maine Railroad

Deadlock Expected as Aldermen Set to Elect Chairman

The Board of Aldermen, evenly split with six Democrats and six Republicans, readies for a vote next Monday. Joseph A. Conry is expected to be elected chairman amid Republican-Democrat bargaining over committee posts and yearlong promises.

Joseph A. Conry Salem D. Charles Conry Charles

James M Coulter Assembly Ball Held in Roxbury

The James M Coulter Assembly of the Royal Society of Good Fellows held its second annual ball at Kossuth Hall Roxbury last evening. About 250 Roxbury and Boston society figures attended the gala event with a grand march led by James T McKenney and Mrs McKenney after a Mil ler's Orchestra concert. Supper at 11 followed by late dancing.

James M. Coulter Royal Society of Good Fellows Kossuth Hall Roxbury Boston Miller James T. McKenney

Great Massachusets 1898 General Court Opens Today

The Massachusetts General Court of 1898 convenes today with no clerkship contest in the lower house. Republican Senators name Senator Smith of Everett as presiding officer, and Republicans nominate John L Bates for Speaker in the House. Senior Senators Josiah C Bennett and Franklin P Harlow lead. After organizing, both houses meet in joint convention for the oath of office by the Governor.

Great and General Court of Massachusetts Kimball Senator Smith Everett House John L. Bates Senate Josiah C. Bennett Lynn Franklin P. Harlow Whitman Chamber of the House

Split in Maryland Republicans over Senate seat

Annapolis Md Jan 4 Republicans in the Maryland General Assembly split over caucus actions for officers as the session opens tomorrow. Twelve of Baltimore city’s eighteen members refused to participate while others caucused, seen as protest against Judge McComas for the US Senate seat long held by A P Gorman.

Annapolis Maryland General Assembly Baltimore City Judge McComas United States Senate A. P. Gorman

Formation of A O H Knights Company in Hanover Street

A meeting at A O H Hall Hanover Street formed a new A O H Knights company with thirty six volunteers. Members voted to await Captain T J Burney to drill the unit, noting he is a regular army captain of the Emmet cad Parnell Guards and possesses both old and new drill regulations.

A. O. H. Hall Hanover Street A. O. H. Knights T. J. Burney Burney Emmet Cad Parnell Guards

West Roxbury Transit Meeting Voices Railroad Time Change Complaint

The West Roxbury Citizens Association met at Highland Hall to condemn Providence railroad timetable changes. Residents say the new times inconvenience businesspeople and do not improve school attendance. a committee will press railway authorities to revert to the old schedule until better options are found.

West Roxbury

Revisions to Boston Hackney Carriage Board Rules

The proposed amendments add licensing rules for hackney carriages and cabs, require July filing, empower the Inspector of Carriages to inspect permits, and allow exemptions for good cause. A new display card for fare rates is mandated, with driver license numbers stamped on copies for passengers. Section renumbering follows these changes.

Board of Police Carneues Thomas Ryan

Governor Bushnell in Toledo talks on Hanna candidacy

Springfield delegation led by Congressman Wolver pressed Governor Bushnell to back Hanna for Senate and warned against Republican defections. Bushnell responded that he has discharged his duty and urged Republicans to settle the race, while pledging loyalty to the office. The visit included a stop at Hanna’s headquarters with remarks from Hanna and other supporters.

Columbus Wolver Springfield Bushnell Toledo Hanna Republican Party House Senate United States Grosvenor Nash Kurtz Combine

Somerville Police Chief Reports Twenty Fifth Annual Summary

The Somerville police chief M C Parkhurst submits the twenty-fifth annual report detailing 1632 total arrests in the year, 2484 tramps housed in January February and March, property stolen valued at 4472.67 dollars, and 37 insane felons committed to the asylum. Comparisons show 843 arrests ten years ago and 639 twenty years ago.

M. C. Parkhurst Somerville

Police blotter notes two arrests for burglary and larceny

Officers report Cornelius Bailey two year old? arrested for breaking and entering the residence of W. J. Fallon at 179 Cambridge Street on November 24 and larceny of clothing. Charles Tilman 40 was linked to larceny of tow and cornets from Green at 437 Columbus.

Station 3 Cornelius Bailey New York W. J. Fallon Cambridge Street VainTcu Ae Fy Charles Tilman Columbus

Smith Named Unanimous Choice for Massachusetts Senate President

Hon George E Smith of Everett was unanimously nominated to succeed Congressman George P Lawrence as president of the Massachusetts Senate at a caucus in the State House. Smith has been the sole candidate, and his election was a formality. The gathering also renominated Henry D Coolidge for clerk Rev Edward Dawson for chaplain and Captain John G B Adams for sergeant at arms.

George E. Smith Everet Geor P. Lawrence Massachusetts Senate State House Smith Roe Worcester Gauss Salem Bennett Lynn George Haverhill Holden Suffolk Commonwealth Dallinger Cambridge Irwin Northampton Lawrence Henry D. Coolidge Edward Dawson John G. B. Adams

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