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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1899
Page
6
A crowded Massachusetts State House witnessed Governor Wolcott’s third inaugural address amid cross-party support. Notables and first ladies filled the gallery as the joint convention notified officials, new councillors were sworn in, and the Senate and House adjourned to proceed with qualification and oath ceremonies.
Two shoplifters Mary E. Cook and Marion Richards aged about 30 and 24 were arrested by Inspectors Abbott and Gilmore as they attempted to leave Jordan, Marsh and Co. with about 101 dollars of Jordan, Marsh goods and 5.50 dollars of smaller items from Shepard, Norwell and Co. The women, described as skilled, wore cloaks with inside pockets and were separated from a crowd before being booked at headquarters.
Governor Wolcott commends the Legislature for funding 8500,000 for military expenses, notes 326,071.43 spent, and reviews regimental records with praise for the Sixth under a new colonel. He highlights Massachusetts as having many regiments in service, the aid to soldiers totaling 161,103.53, and gifts to the Massachusetts Volunteer Aid Association amounting to 215,000. He honors Sherman Hoar, calls for National Guard efficiency, mentions debt rising to 13,598,964.24, and urges fiscal restraint, city governance reforms, and attention to public works and Paris Exposition opportunities.
Bankruptcy petitions were filed for Charles H. Rosenfeld and wife Sarah A. Rosenfeld seeking relief under federal law. Combined liabilities total about $398,000, with Rosenfelds holding assets near $300 and their addresses listed as 160 Howland Street, Roxbury. Creditors include Zell of Peoria for $150,000 and City National Bank of Denver for $8,000 against Mrs. Rosenfeld, while Mr. Rosenfeld's creditors include Zell-Hotchkiss for $160,000 and several smaller claims.
City police warn of a theft of $1000 in diamonds and jewels from Jordan, Marsh & Co. Tuesday evening. Investigators suspect a thief posing as a laborer gained entry during long building improvements and carried out the robbery at night.
Governor Wolcott cited the July 2 expiration of Boston transit commissioners terms and urged extending them due to new work. Officials say three years remain to complete the East Boston tunnel, Charlestown bridge due by July, and a 18-month subway link from West Boston bridge to Seollay square. The act’s constitutionality is tied up in court with an injunction delaying work by about two months.
Governor Wolcott lauds US entry into the war against Spain as a unifying, high purpose move that should advance civilization. He notes Massachusetts contributions, including the Bay State hospital ship and Sherman Hoar’s relief work, and outlines naval yard improvements and rising state debt. The address urges fiscal restraint and outlines Metropolitan Water Board progress and acquisitions to secure water supply for eight cities and seven towns.
An advertisement proclaims Runnymede lub whiskey as a perfect cure for heart-ache stomach-ache and chills claiming absolute purity and universal remedy power in a brief historic retail notice.
Massachusetts leaders press for continued authority of the Boston Transit Commission to finish subway expansions and a Charlestown bridge, warn against excess city legislation, and call for building height controls near parks and the State House to safeguard public safety and aesthetics.
JUST OUT OF CHARLESTOWN ALBANY JAN 5 Ex-Convict George Willis alias Jones 28 years old who served seven years in Charlestown prison Boston for burglary was picked up here by police. Silverware garments show links to three local house burglaries on New Year’s day and to the robbery of one American Express wagon. Ed B Lewis another discharged convict from Charlestown prison whom Willis recruited to help in the jobs was also arrested.
Somerville and the Metropolitan Park Commission have drawn up an agreement to extend the Middlesex Fells Parkway to Broadway creating a connected boulevard. Funds are set aside, including Medford's $50,000 appropriation, to acquire Mystic River land from the current parkway end to the pumping station, though no final land taking is committed.
The Republican State committee elected its officers for the year in a brief session with no contest. Ex President of the Senate A S Pinkerton of Worcester was named chairman of the executive committee, succeeding B Herbert Woodsum. Goetting was re elected as head of the committee. L W Standish of Stoughton became assistant secretary, replacing Randolph C Surbridge. Other officers include Thomas Talbot secretary Joseph N Peterson treasurer and Augustus P Gardner of Hamilton chairman of the finance committee.
Suffolk county AOH directory gathered in Carroll Hall with County President William J Cronin in the chair. Delegates included Col Charles McCarthy and many division leaders as they adopted new county by laws and discussed a War Department letter on Patrick J Monaghan of Roxbury killed near Santiago. A five member committee was appointed to seek Governor Wolcott’s cooperation on the issue.
The Somerville City Council for 96 97 and 98 held a complimentary banquet for ex Mayor Albion H. Perry at Youngs last night. Councilmen and department heads attended along with other city officials. Perry thanked the council for support during his terms and other city officials spoke as well.
An adjourned creditors meeting at the Perker House heard a report from the committee after consultations with Sawyer firm counsel and assignees. A 55 cent cash settlement offer was presented, with an alternative 30 percent cash and 35 percent notes by a new corporation to take the assets, covering claims and assignment expenses. Dr Bulls Cough Syrup advertised as a mother's standby.
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