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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1902
Page
13
A Boston era feature praises B Green of Manhattan Studio 291 Tremont St for gaining 30000 customers in three years and producing over a million photographs. It highlights his fair pricing, one price to all, and the limited time for special discount coupons.
In Middlesex County Probate Court Cambridge on January 24 Charles C Cotton protests the will of his grandfather Lewis F Cotton, a Maplewood builder, which left most property to Mrs Mary J Young and named her executrix. Cotton, a Charlestown Navy Yard marine aged about 25, claims undue influence and vows to pursue the case.
In a general order from the police commissioners Patrolman Frank Arnold of Division 1 is promoted to sergeant and assigned to Division 10 effective tomorrow. Born February 12, 1862 in the city, he joined as a reserve patrolman April 11, 18%, became a regular member October 1895, and moved to Division 1 on Hanover Street. He is married and resides at 8 Sheafe Street Charlestown.
The South Danvers National Bank case resumes with George M. Foster and John W. Dickinson charged with causing the bank's suspension via misappropriation. Testimony covers Dickinson’s partnership with W D Dickinson, notes and overdraft controls, and a $4000 Plummer's Woodworking note whose proceeds’ disposition remains unclear. The teller notes suggest funds potentially ending in the cash drawer as the court adjourns.
Preparations are complete for Colonel William Jennings Bryan to be welcomed in Boston this afternoon after a two year absence. The event includes a reception at the Quincy House, a 6:30 p.m. reception and a banquet with Bryan delivering a talk titled The Patriot in Peace. Local Democrats and notable committee members have arranged the welcome, with Bryan already active in New Haven and Providence before arriving in Boston.
The Jackson day celebration in New Haven featured William J. Bryan as guest and chief speaker at the Tontine Hotel and Music Hall. Over 100 guests attended. Dr. C. B. Fuller presided while many state Democratic leaders were present. Bryan spoke on Democratic principles and civilization, noting his ties to New Haven as a university city and a Democratic principled base.
A Philadelphia dinner of young Democratic lawyers at the Hotel Bellevue featured letters from ex President Cleveland and ex Senator Hill and a telegram from Bourke Cochran. Cleveland urged observance of Jackson Day to revive Jeffersonian Democracy and strengthen Democratic principles. Hill articulated strict constitutional principles and state rights, while Cochran praised honoring Jackson Day as a proof of enduring Democratic tradition.
At the American To use yesterday the annual meeting and exhibition of the Society of Master Painters and Decorators of Massachusetts was held William F Gilbert presided at the business meeting William J Wall read a paper on The Science of Painting William H Naylor spoke on An Interview With a Master Painter of Yorkshire Eng M F Shay presented Burning Off or Its Substitutes and George H Browns topic How Not to Make Money in the Painting Business Today members assemble at 10 oclock opening discussion on The present conditions of the trade C Fr W Hanson W J Edwards and James Mouncey will read papers Officers will be elected in the evening the annual banquet and dance follow
The Forest Glen Circle No 97 of the C of I will hold a whist party tonight in Pythian Hall East Boston. The circle includes many prominent young women of Noddle Island and the affair is expected to draw a large attendance.
J A McNabb longtime treasurer and manager at Astern Talking Machine Co has been appointed general manager of Universal Talking Machine Co of New York He will base at southwest street and Fifth Avenue and likely spend five to six months annually in Europe overseeing expanding export business His proven abilities are expected to drive growth in the worldwide operation.
Stuart Robson in The Henrietta will tour to the Museum with Bertie the Lamb. The South revival has drawn strong praise. The Explorers, due at Tremont on Jan 2, features Ruth White, Blanche Hates, and other Hurgomaster favorites. Blanche Hates has fully recovered from a recent illness.
A breast of readers report relief from liver and stomach distress after abandoning coffee and adopting Postum Food Coffee. Mrs Abner Marrion of Clinton Michigan credits Postum with restoring health and energy, while other theatre notices and performances fill the entertainment pages, highlighting tours, star appearances, and new acts across Boston venues.
One week remains for the present run of Way Down East at the Boston theater and it promises to be the most prosperous engagement for the piece in the city. On Jan. 20 Joseph Hart and Carrie De Mar present Oxy Grandpa. Henrietta Crosman earns praise for Rosalind in As You Like It at the Tremont. Next week closes the engagement with Mistress Nell. Un sure Tom's Cabin thrives at Grand Opera House with a strong colored chorus as a key feature. The Columbia gains a larger clientele for The Chap erons daily. Mr. Per ley's merry company continues.
Jan Kubelik delivered a strong final recital before his Western trip in Symphony Hall. The program featured Wieniawski in D minor with noble phrasing, Bach Chaconne with simple elegance, and encores including Arbendiled, Witches Dance, Hungarian Gypsy Dance, and Paganini Variations. Maria Victoria Torrilhon played piano and was warmly received.
Royal Blue Line announces Washington and Florida excursions from Boston. First Washington trip departs Friday Jan 17 with additional dates in Feb March and April. five days in Washington Philadelphia and New York with stopovers. First Florida trip departs Jan 27 with dates in Feb. price covers most expenses except hotel in Jacksonville. Details and itineraries available from Joseph P Taggart N E P A 2 Washington Street Boston.
John A. Hollis, the town’s oldest resident, collapsed and died from heart disease after folding his napkin at a hearty dinner in Hingham on January 8. Authorities reported no foul play. death deemed natural causes related to heart disease.
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