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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1902
Page
10
Large crowds gathered Saturday and Monday for the opening sale after rumors created strong belief in good bargains. Shoppers reported satisfaction as they found the claims about discounts largely justified by items on display.
War within the Essex Republican ranks spills into tonight’s Wesleyan Hall gathering as factions plot to oust Isaac P. Hutchinson. Led by ex-Congressman H. H. Atwood, allies seek to install Fred C. Gilpatric of Dorchester, with Ward 24 and Russell backing the challenge while Bowden and Hart loyalists weigh their lines.
In the Audiencia Court Senores Lanuza and Desvernine reappeared for Es tes G. Rathbun as Moya and Mascara testified about surcharged stamps paid to Neely. W H Reeves faced questions on four duplicate warrants for July 1899 salaries totaling about 8000 dollars, with forged names. Reeves’s prior statements and contradictions surfaced as Neely claimed Reeves pressing him.
John J. O Callaghan was appointed secretary to the Board of Street Commissioners succeeding Joseph H. Jenkins who resigned after 30 years. A newspaper reporter for two decades he has worked with the Boston Globe as City Hall reporter since 1896. He was born Sept 14 1861 in West Springfield and has served in Charlestown politics including the Common Council.
The British steamer Alfonso and the Spanish steamer Vilelva collided off Aveiro Portugal on Saturday causing both ships to sink and 19 lives to be lost. Other brief items note M Santos-Dumont likely entering the airship competition at St Louis. King Edward awards the Bath order to Marquis Ito. El Pais suspended by Madrid police for attacks on the Queen Regent. and dock workers strike in Barcelona with Reus trade operatives dissenting.
RALMIGH N C JAN 6 Governor Ay named Wednesday Feb 25 for the hangings of six white men in one day a historic act in the state. Other items include injuries in Halifax Canada a Canadian Mounted Rifles officer fractured skulls two deaths in Colorado banking closure in Grand Junction a Liberty Bell journey in Philadelphia a stamp seizure in New Haven a clergyman deposed in Burlington a wage earner in New York a South African heir ship deal in Halifax and dynamite plans for Hole in the Wall plus racing steamer bets in San Francisco.
The Rev William R Moody son of the famed evangelist preached at Berkeley Temple before about 600. He spoke in concise English from Genesis 12 Be thou a blessing and delivered a restrained service lacking the elder Moody's fire or sinner inviting appeal. He appeared more a businessman than a preacher, with a reserved demeanor and a polite greeting to listeners.
Melbourne MacDowell the actor who just ended an engagement in Kansas City signed a deposition in the Brune suit alleging fraud in sales of Sardou play rights for 500 dollars and that he was drugged in New York put aboard a steamer to Boston Newport News and Baltimore where he was married while intoxicated He seeks damages and to bar Brune from producing the Sardou plays and mentions issues with Blanche Walsh Stearns May D Seymour Wilhelmina Straus and others in his turbulent career and marriage history
The Boston Police Relief Association held its annual meeting at the old Franklin School with about 200 members present. A board of directors for the coming year was elected, including Inspector P A Mahoney and multiple sergeants and lieutenants across divisions. The treasurer reported receipts of 27224.97 and expenditures of 17757.50, leaving a fund of 61971.59. A later meeting elected Lovell as president and named officers for various posts.
New York society gathered at Mrs. Astor's Fifth Avenue home and the neighboring mansion to entertain the Four Hundred. The event featured lavish decor and numerous gowns created for the occasion, with Harry Lehr and Elisha Dyer Jr. as leading figures in the cotillion.
Harvey S Chase selected by Mayor Collins to inspect city accounts. He recently overhauled Chicago books and set a new system there, and has reviewed Boston books. He aims to complete the work in about three months, noting the task is difficult and that he is a disliked expert.
South Boston Republicans Thaxter R. Groves and William F. Sears were discharged in South Boston District Court after a government motion to dismiss due to a technical error. Sears blamed the ordeal on a mistake, Groves said the prosecution was a big mistake, and both returned to their homes.
J. P. Benson of Auburndale will lead the effort to stock Adirondack forests with moose elk beaver and other fur bearing game. He has arranged shipment of at least 20 moose by March 1 to the New York State Forest Fish and Game Commission and recently received approval in Albany after competing with major dealers and showmen. Benson is known for work with Massachusetts Sportsmen's Association Orumbega Park zoo and various zoological gardens.
The Boston Authors Club celebrated its second anniversary at the Vendome with Mrs. Julia Ward Howe presiding. Officers were elected, and guests included Roswell Field, Bertha Runkle, Ticknors, and Nathan Haskell Dole. Letters from Mark Twain and Gilbert Parker were read. Higginson praised American poets and Edna Dean Proctor read a poem.
Salem mayor Hurley told the Board of Aldermen he had proof of a bribe attempt aimed at swaying a vote against Ed ward H. Knight's city marshal nomination. The matter halted police appointments and was referred to Jan. 9, with further action possible by the city solicitor. The session also nominated Charlies A. Murphy and others to the Board of Health.
Webster Davis of Kansas City told a large Omaha audience about Boer sympathizers in the United States and said a petition to Congress, aiming for one million signers, will seek to extend U S sympathy to the two Boer republics and press Roosevelt to act through Congress.
The Everett school committee met yesterday and formed its organization by electing E. H. Watson as chairman and R. J. Condon as temporary clerk, with Condon serving as superintendent of schools.
English woollens golf suits skirts and neckwear offered at reduced prices with items like golf clubs knickerbockers and shoes half price. Includes golf caps and other golfing apparel at substantial discounts.
The Paving Department Union held its 19th annual ball at Paul Revere Hall Mechanics Building last night. Upward of 2000 guests attended as Mayor Collins was represented by his secretary. James P Timilty led the grand march with Mrs William Bragg. a notable moment was cheers for the next Percing Superintendent. Notables included John H Barry and John L Kelly among others. Dohertys Orchestra provided music and many prominent figures wore formal attire.
Major Henry J. L. Higginson hosted a dinner and reception at 191 Commonwealth Avenue for current and former school committee members. Speakers included Harvard President Charles W. Eliot, A. Lawrence Lowell, George C. Lee, and other education leaders. About 40 attended as Higginson presided and gave a brief welcome.
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