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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1899
Page
5
A fragmentary item notes parliamentary procedure on final dispositions within a legislative body. It cites statements by Caprr Alder man and judges Lee and Allem about presiding officers submitting orders and refusing to entertain objectionable resolutions.
The Common Council faces a clash over President Riley’s decision to bar Clerk O Kane from reading Hickey bribery charges. Ex Alderman Conry and others defend full reading while Riley cites duty and order. Hickey asks whether the president may remove a member. observers note rule 4 grants only discretion, not power. The debate continues as next Thursday’s meeting looms and Kiley’s investigative committee schedules its next session.
Announcement that Rev Eugene J W Huiginn of St Peter's Beverly will wed Marguerite O'Brien daughter of the late Boston Mayor Hugh O'Brien. The couple's engagement follows a public drift in the O'Brien family from Catholicism to Episcopalianism, spurring debate among Boston clergy and society. The mayor's son, Father John F O'Brien, remains a priest while his wife and Marguerite stayed Episcopalian.
Twelve Marlboro stitchers arrived in Boston to seek domestic work as they push a broader strike strategy. The women, wary of publicity, plan to work elsewhere until Marlboro bosses concede hiring rights. Boston unions send funds, including $350 from Local 29 and $50 from Local 12½, to support the strikers.
General Sumner at Omaha reports the transport Scandia will sail to Manila from San Francisco on the 15th inst. He orders the Twentieth Infantry from Omaha to depart the 11th for San Francisco. In Chicago, Alger issues final orders for the Fourth United States Infantry to Manila. 1367 men depart Fort Sheridan January 13 and sail January 15 aboard the Mohawk via the Suez Canal.
Madrid correspondent reports a selective military levee in which the Queen Regent and King Alfonso received over 1000 officials. Marshals attended except Martinez De Campos who was indisposed. Prominent commanders Weyler and Polavieja led the throng, with many colonial officers also present.
Marlboro January 6 Oliver Woods, William S Woods and Alexander Zilliard were arraigned in the police court on assault with a dangerous weapon against John Doucette. Lawyer John F Tighe represented the defendants as State Officer George C Neal and Dr C L Cutter Jr testified. Doucette,a patient, suffered severe head wounds from a blunt instrument but is stable. The court granted a continuance to Monday for further prosecution and investigation with each defendant held on 3800 bonds.
Rebecca Randach a 14 month old East Boston girl sustained a head wound on January 2 while at home on Marion Street. Doctors treated her and she was taken to City Hospital where authorities said a small bullet caused the injury. She died about 5 yesterday morning. an autopsy was ordered by the medical examiner.
The Boston Art Club hosts its fifty ninth oil paintings and sculpture exhibition in the hall, with over 200 selections including nature studies decorative panels portraits and sculptures. Laurel wreaths decorate the gallery as it opens daily 9 am to 10 pm Sundays closed and Saturday closes at 6 pm.
The speech denounces forcible annexation of the Philippines as a breach of American law and a clash with the idea that governments derive power from consent of the governed. It warns that imperial policy would corrode national character, threaten rights, and misalign the nation with liberty ideals.
Evans' Ale in town draws attention as community members sample the brew at a local gathering. Patrons mingle, discuss flavors, and note the event’s role in showcasing regional beverages and small businesses.
Boston escaped the severe storm feared yesterday as a distant hurricane proved mild and shifted direction. Rain snow and sleet visited the city with strong winds but no major hurricane impact, while forecasts warned of rain and possible snow and a drop in temperature today.
Severe weather affected harbor operations yesterday with minor disruption to arrivals and departures. The English King anchored at quarantine near Pock Rip to avoid unsafe passage. Horatio Hall led by Captain Brage docked at Provincetown on a Portland run from New York, with coal barge Taurus in tow. Melrose bound London to Avonmouth expected. Memnon also due. Phila delphian from Liverpool and Sachem from London reported fourteen and ten day voyages, with possible overdue ships arriving today.
London Jan 6 The reply of Lord Salisbury to Emperor Nicholas for a disarmament conference promises full British cooperation. He notes popular backing for peace, affirms Britain’s readiness to attend, and asks for guidance on conference topics to select the British representative and aides.
Washington January 6 The Senate opened with Hoar Mass calling for President information and all correspondence about the Paris treaty negotiations. The resolution passed in secret session after Davis urged referral to the foreign relations committee while Hoar argued Senate access. Caffery spoke in favor of expansion, Morgan announced acceptance of modified Berry amendments to the Nicaragua canal bill, though not yet voted.
Washington reports indicate France and England are negotiating a treaty to settle the Newfoundland fisheries dispute. A French navy officer denies naval interest, while a diplomat notes France may yield most treaty privileges but insist on preserving fishing access near Grand Banks.
The thirty fourth annual ball of the Boston Terra Novian Association was held last evening at Paine Memorial Hall. Werthlein's Orchestra provided music until 9 pm and the grand march was led by floor director John H. Gleason with Miss Maggie White and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Hally guiding fifty couples.
The tenth game of the Janowski Showalter contest finished as a draw. After forty rounds the score stands Janowski four wins Showalter two wins and four draws.
An old-column style advertorial extols a “Divine formula” Pr. Agenero's Cure for the Heart claiming rapid relief from heart disorders. It touts dramatic salvage after years of danger, with Woodward and Co and related addresses in Washington and Massachusetts avenues listed as sources.
Jan 6 report says cyanide of mercury was found in Kutrows powder mixed with false chrome seltzer sent to Cornish, tying sender of poison to Henry Crossman Barnet. Mrs Molineux’s collapse worsens as sisters cite a love letter to Barnet and police investigations into her past. Captain McClusky disputes handwriting claims. Young Molineux questioned at Newark wigmaker Fischer’s shop over red wig sale. Zimmerman, another Newark wigmaker, details a mysterious visitor who eyed false beards but did not buy.
Numerous funerals are reported in Boston and Brookline. Notables Alfred W. Smith of the New England News Company and several local figures attend services at St. Vincent's Church and Old South Church. In Brookline Alfred W. Smith's funeral is held. in Dorchester Rev. W Chaffin Fessenden's service is noted. Society events highlight a Vanderbilt circle ball at the Fifth Avenue mansion with prominent guests, elaborate decor, dinners, and a grandeai display. Virginia Faulter is mentioned among debutantes with newly announced engagement to a Vanderbilt.
In January 1915 the First Battalion under Lieutenant-Colonel Stopford leaves Camp Gilman Americus Ga for Savannah then Matanzas Cuba by transport likely Panama. Battalion has 13 officers 379 men 10 wagons 40 mules 6 horses. transport unknown. Panama may carry HQ First Army Corps and Major General Wilson. Second battalion under Colonel Pew to follow soon.
Daniel Donovan, 26, fell from a hay loft injuring his left ankle after a 15 foot drop at 1065 Fourth Street while employed by J H Bradford at 588 Albany Street. Mrs. Walter I Spicer, widow of Guantanamo postal clerk Wal ter IX Spicer, received a $60 New Year’s gift from Santiago post clerks. George B Wilder, 21, of 365 Tremont Street, and John J O Connell, 19, of 14 Langdon Street, arrested for breaking into John Fox’s Tremont Street store and stealing cigars and clothing. also accused in December burglary of David E Powers’ Tremont Street store. Bunker Hill Council Knights of Columbus held a well attended annual invitation ball at Roughan Hall Charlestown. Grand Knight Michael F Shaw led the grand march with Ama M Crooks as a white satin gown escort. J Edward M Conley assisted as floor director. James H Conley headed the reception committee.
Advertisement claims terrors of itching skin plagues will end with Dean's Ointment available at any drug store. It emphasizes swift relief and broad availability as a remedy for troublesome skin conditions.
The Cape Cod Commercial Travellers Association held a well attended ladies night at the Parker House with President Andrew Haws presiding. Speakers included Postmaster Thomas Bates F E Crawford Rev A A Berle H E Tiepke and Major J A Frye who spoke on the commercial traveller from various professional angles. Officers elected for the year are H S Johnson president A L Davis vice president A W Thompson secretary and C E Hobbs treasurer.
The North Dakota Senate approved the Labour divorce bill amending the residence requirement to twelve months and allowing residents of the United States to initiate divorce actions. The measure heads to the governor for final approval.
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