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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 10, 1896

Page

3

Medford Club Bowling Beats Glendons in Championship

Medford bowling team toyed with the Glendons of Everett in the championship game at the Medford Club alleys. Everett struggled in the first string with a record low score since entering the league, while Medford led by nearly 200 pins. Richardson showed control in the second string, Cush ing approached 200 with steady starts but faltered at the finish, and Rockwell nearly hit 200 on the first string as the Medfords built a 121 pin lead by the end of the second string.

Medford Glendons Everett Richardson Medfords

Campello Bicycle Club tops Sabines in Brockton City League

In Brockton on January 9 Campello Bicycle Club defeated Sabines by 151 pins at Campello alleys in the City League series. The score followed a tight start with Campello gaining momentum late to secure the win.

Brockton Campello Campello Bicycle Club Sabines

Local Match Scores From Regional Theater Listings

At Lowell Essex 2499 Middlesex 2404. At Beverly Montressas 2224 Baysides 1891. At Fall River Providence 2694 Fall River 2429. At Brockton Churchill Aldens 2236 Whitman Keiths 2268. At Brockton Park Theatres 2466 Randolphs 2352.

Lowell—Essex Middlesex Beverly—Montressas Baysides Fall River Providence Brockton Churchill & Aldens Whitman & Keiths Brockton—Park Theatres Randolphs

New College League Negotiations Seek Tufts Trinity Wesleyan

Tufts leads talks with Trinity and Wesleyan to form a college league in baseball football and track. Tufts advisory committee proposes each school appoint three members and a joint Springfield meeting before the 15th. A college gathering at Trinity will discuss the matter.

Tufts Trinity Wesleyan The Athletic Association Nege Leagues Oslevan Springfield

Beverly Team Tops Chelsea 7–0 In Armory Basketball

Company E of Beverly defeated Chelsea’s Company H 7 to 0 in a one sided game at the armory this evening. Notable players included Goodwin League Harland and Breed from the two companies, showcasing strong teamwork and scoring opportunities.

Beverly Jan Company E Company H Chelsea Armory Goodwin League of Company Harland and Breed

Bearings magazine to adopt Harper style with 200 pages

The Bearings magazine will reappear in a Harper and Century like form with 200 pages on special paper under A K Peck’s management of Remington machines for the coming year. The Fowler catalogue and triplet draw comment, while the triplet weighs sixty eight pounds and has an eighty inch wheel base. The Boston Woven Rose book is color finished and handsome.

Bearings Harper’s Century A. K. Peck Remington Fowler Boston Woven Rose Company Dame, Stoddard & Kendall's Spalding Bidwell Wright & Ditson Chicago Engelwool Monitor South Side Eolus America Calumet Lake View West Side Lincoln Garden City Clarendon New York Miss Baldwin Miss Nelson Brown Miss Staple Ardds

Scotch Curling at Fresh Pond Draws Boston Club Crowd

A Boston Curling Club outing at Fresh Pond features 45 members and four monthly, with Scots like John G. Small and Peter Lawson guiding a lively ice match. Broom-waving sweeps, brisk cries of Up with him and straight ice, and social refreshments mark the day as aging James Russell remains a formidable opponent. Written by Caroline Lockhart.

Boston Curling Club Fresh Pond Fitchburg Road John G. Small Donald MacDonald Peter Lawson William Lamb David Smith William Owler James Weyms Charles Butcher George Stratchen George Weyms James Russel John McGaw James Simpson W. G. Fisher Newburyport J. G. Small Washington Street Mr. Fisher South Boston Caroline Lockhart

Sporting Chat Highlights Local Athletics and Movements

Tom Maguire of Boston Latin School is re elected captain of the team. Bernard Weters plans to join the New York Athletic Club surprise friends. Tom Burke likely retired from active athletics. Georgetown eager to meet Holy Cross at B A A indoor games on Feb 8. Harry Cornish expects A A A unity. Young of East Boston Athletic Club shines as weight thrower. Columbian Rowing Association gears up for its annual ball. West Lynn Boat Club contemplates a new boat house. Dick Williams of East Boston A A shows strong team race form with Cambridgeport Gymnasium. Jamaica bowler Hager noted for confidence as Jeffries Club smiles. Emmons of Jeffries Winter Club bowling in top form.

Tom Maguire Boston Latin Bernard Weters New York Athletic Club Tom Burke Georgetown Holy Cross Harry, Cornish Young East Boston Athletic Club Columbian Rowing Association West Lynn Boat Club Dick Williams East Boston Athletic Association Cambridgeport Gymnasium Association Hager Hogan Jeffries Club Emmons Jeffries Winter Club

Regional Scores From Dual Matches

At Stoneham Stoneham Chelsea won 7 to 1 over Chelsea. In New Bedford Pawtucket tied 6 to 5 with New Bedford. Salem and Providence finished 4 to 3 in favor of Salem against Providence.

Stoneham-Stoneham Chelsea New Bedford Pawtucket Salem—Salem Providence

Hood Tops Manuel in South Boston Pool Standout

Hood defeated Manuel by 127 points in a South Boston pool tournament last night. Tonight English Tom and Ryan are scheduled to play, adding to the local pool action and standings.

Hood Manuel South Boston Tom and Ryan

Indoor athletic meeting draw attracts top runners

An upcoming grand athletic meet is planned for Saturday evening at the East Newton Street armory under the Ninth Regiment. Events include sprints, distance runs, high jump, two team relays, and tug of war with gold watches and silver cups as prizes. Entry fees are modest and notable athletes from NYAC, Holy Cross, Georgetown, and others are expected to compete.

East Newton Street Ninth Regiment America United States W. J. Casey East Armory Boston Tommy Conneff New York Athletic Club Holy Cross College Bernard J. Weters Georgetown University Burke Weters Sands Mike Sweeney Harvard Technology Brown Tufts Boston College

Lanky 208 in Training in Dallas Boxers Move

Dan Stuart arrived with Jack Everhardt and trainer in Dallas. Everhardt is matched against Horace Leeds. Fitzsimmons began heavy training. Maher will arrive tomorrow to start work.

Dallas Tex Dan Stuart Jack Everhardt Rainer Everhardt Horace Leeds Fitzsimmons Maher

Boxing Gossip From Central Falls Draws Night of Pensive Retrospect

The Central Falls boxing card ended in a draw between the St. Paul Kid James Kennard and Jerry Sullivan after 25 rounds. Sullivan showed pace and footwork, but an injured left hand squandered his chances. Boston's Dr. A P Ordway reveals two exclusive matches for March 16 and the night before the Derby featuring Dixon Smith Walcott and Burge Choynski negotiations. Also, Mysterious Billy Smith pursues Tom Ryan, while Jon Mullin aims to reface Paddy Fenton at 133 pounds or catch weights, with Mullin visiting the Post office on Tuesday.

Central Falls St. Paul James Kennard Jerry Sullivan Sullivan Providence Jerry Fall Montreal Portlock Jerry Metropole A. P. Ordway Boston Post Sporting Department Ordway Joe Walcott Dick Burge National Sporting Club Dixon Walcott Tom Ryan Smith Ryan Joe Choynski Choynski Minneapolis Billy Jon Mullin Paddy Fenton Woburn Mr. Fenton Mullin Fenton

New England League Directors Meet at Quincy House

The second session of the New England League directors held at the Quincy House acted on contracts limiting farm team players. A rule barred players under contract with another club from playing for any New England club with a $100 fine for violations. The meeting set a March 11 schedule meeting and proposed constitution changes, including a flexible league size and umpire duties.

New England League Quincy House New Bedford Nyce Boston Ryan Bostons New England Transportation Committee Maine Committee On Ford Bangor Committee On Rules Governing

O'Connell to Get Pittsburg Trial as National League Meets

The article notes Jack OConnell of Lewiston may trial with Pittsburg this season while contracts are approved for George Nablett of Chester and William McKenzie of Philadelphia with Brockton. It also covers NL magnates meeting in New York and discusses team play, signaling, and the Western League rules on contract jumping.

Jack O’connell Lewiston Pittsburg George 8. Nablett Chester Penn William McKenzie Philadelphia Brockton Fifth Avenue Hotel New York Rusie Meekin Giants Newe'rs Charley Farrell Irwin

Vermonters in Boston Celebrate Vermont Association Event

Vermont Association of Boston hosted a festive tenth birthday at the Vendome with about 159 guests including many wives and daughters. Chief Justice Field presided alongside Vermont officials and a Boston orchestra provided music as stories of Vermont highlighted the evening. New officers were elected: President Anson W. Beard, vice-presidents Alden Speary William E. Fuller, secretary Elmer E. Silver, chaplain Rev. E. H. Byington D. C., and a 12-member executive committee.

Vermont Vermont Association of Boston Vermont Association of Boston Green Mountain State Field Massachusetts Supreme Court Jonathan Ross Supreme Court of Vermont S. H. Thompson Charles O. Catlin Vermont Association of Rhode Island Martin L. Hamblett Lowell Vermont Association B. C. Harvey Vermont Association of Springfield Captain Howard Boston Association A. C. Blair Daughters of Vermont Anson W. Beard Alden Speary William E. Fuller Elmer E. Silver E. H. Byington D. C Josiah H. Benton, Jr James T. Phelps George A. Brown Eugene N. Foss Ashton R. Milliard John Bliss Brainerd M. D

Boston Merchants Association Holds Monthly Meeting

Boston merchants gathered at Young's Hotel for their monthly session. J R Leeson was unanimously chosen to represent the association on the Merchants municipal committee. The board endorsed a treasury reform petition seeking separation of gold reserve operations and study of global banking systems, with a January 1897 reporting deadline. The postal committee backed maintaining current rates, opposing a 1 cent postage cut. Members discussed a national bankruptcy law and the Torrey bill, and W A Lewisson & Co Proctor Hunt & Co Jacobs Bamber & Louis were elected to membership.

Boston Merchants’ Association Young’s Hotel Merchants’ Municipal Committee Boston J. R. Leeson Sears Committee of Banking and Currency Senate House of Representatives Secretary of the Treasury Treasury Sherman Postal Committee National Board of Trade Washington, D. C Postoffice Department W. A. Lewisson & Co Proctor, Hunt & Co Jacobs, Bamber & Louis

Authors Night at the Procopeia Draws Noted Guests

Distinguished literary figures attended the Procopeia last evening with Mrs. Seabury and Mrs. Farmer assisting. The program featured instrumental music and readings including Emerson by Charles Malloy, under a governing board listing Ole Bull, Waldo H Stearns, Foster, Ives, Huberty James, and Livermore.

Procopeia M. J. Seabury Sarah J. Farmer Greenacre Eliott N. H Emerson Charles Malloy Ole Bull Cambridge Waldo H. Stearns Brookline Charles A. Foster United States Navy H. R. Burdeck Charles F. Ives F. Huberty James Winifred Barber Mary A. Livermore Julia Ward Howe Louise Chandler Moulton J. T. Trowbridge Fendessa Frank PB. Sanborn Alfred Norton Helen van Anderson Alice Morris Charles Bangs George Rolfe Charles Davenport Geraldine Eliot BE. W. Beers Griffiths Leslie W. Sprague San Francisco Florence Smith Bell New York Maud Murray Charles Gettenny

Lecture on The Soul Doth the Body Make and Emerson

A speaker will lecture on The Soul Doth the Body Make and share reminiscences of his old-time friend Emerson. The event underscores themes of mind and matter and offers personal recollections from the lecturer.

Ley Emerson

White House Hosts Diplomatic Corps Evening Reception

In Washington on January 9 the White House held the first presidential season reception in honor of the diplomatic corps. President Cleveland and Mrs. Cleveland led the greeting with Cabinet ladies, Colonel John M. Wilson presented, and many foreign officials, military officers, and members of Congress attended the event amid lush foliage decorations and gold lace uniforms.

Washington White House Diplomatic Corps Cleveland John M. Wilson

Anniversary observance of Boston Gynecological Society at Parker House

The twenty seventh annual Boston Gynecological Society gathering at Parker House honored eminent specialists. President Frisbie gave the address and re-elected officers. Toastmaster Dr Henry O Marcy led a reception and speeches praising abdominal surgery advances and pioneers including Sir James Simpkins, Dr Storer, Dr Burnham, Dr Kimball, and Dr Newman.

Boston Gynecological Society Parker House Frisbie Henry O. Marcy Brown Wheeler James Y. Simpkins Edinburgh Storer Society Irish Lowell Burnham Kimball Robert Newman Kellar Bates George L. Bachelor Norris Thompson Fall River

Democratic Associates of old Ward 20 adopt new constitution

A meeting of the Democratic Associates of old Ward 20 at their new club rooms on Dudley Street and Blue Hill Avenue adopted a new constitution for Ward 17. Thomas F. Ray was reelected president, with Thomas S. Prendergast, Dennis Coholan, and Walter J. O Malley as officers. Mayor Josiah Quincy was named an honorary member and congratulations were offered to Representative Charles I. Quirk on his leadership in the House. A banquet at the Quincy House is planned for Thursday night January 30 with speakers including Mayor Quincy, George Fred Williams, John W. Corcoran, and James E Hayes.

Charles I. Quirk House of Representatives Quincy House Quincy George Fred Williams John W. Corcoran James E Hayes

Massachusetts Historical Society meeting notes report

The stated meeting was held yesterday afternoon. J. P. Quincy was chosen to write the memoir of the late Rev. O. B. Frothingham for the proceedings. Dr. S. A. Green presented minutes from the late R. C. Winthrop and the Peabody education fund trustees approved them. Colonel Henry Lee shared unpublished Jonathan Sewall letters, a noted Loyalist. Unpublished letters from George Whitefield and Jonathan Edwards were read by Rev. H. F. Jenks. J. I. Rhodes presented a paper on McClellan's Peninsula Campaign. F. C. Lowell of Boston was elected a resident member and Leslie Stephens a corresponding member.

Massachusetts Historical Society J. P. Quincy O. B. Frothingham S. A. Green R. C. Winthrop Peabody Education Fund Henry Lee Jonathan Sewall

Cambridge Red Jacket Veterans Ball At Armory

The third annual grand ball of the Cambridge Red Jacket Veteran Firemen's Association was held in the armory building at Central square last night. Visiting firemen from Quincy Watertown Waltham Somerville Arlington and Brighton attended. President George H Blatchford and his wife led the grand march as nearly 300 couples began the ball, with veterans in red shirts contrasting the ladies’ varied dresses.

Cambridge Red Jacket Veteran Firemen's Association Armory Building Central Square Quincy Watertown Waltham Somerville Arlington Brighton George H. Blatchford

Unitarian Nub Club Organized in Brockton

In Brockton on January 9, the Unitarian Nub formed as a liberal belief club. Officers elected include President Rev Rush R. Shippen and vice presidents Rev E B McCloughlin Clarence A Chandler J C Gilbert F E Howard. Richard W Nutter is secretary and treasurer with an executive committee of O A Miller A C Thompson Fred B Howard. About 150 members joined as a constitution was adopted.

Melrose Club elects officers at annual banquet

The Melrose Club held its annual election of officers and banquet tonight. George R. Jones was named president with William R. Lavender and Dr. E. S. Jack as vice presidents, Warren S. Towner secretary, Fred W. Thomas treasurer, and Thomas M. Gog'n and Fred K. M. Jones as active executive members. General Champlin, Colonel Heysseltine and Representative George R. Jones spoke before about 100 members in attendance.

Melrose Melrose Club George R. Jones William R. Lavender E. S. Jack Warren S. Towner Fred W. Thomas Thomas M. Gog'n Fred K. M. Jones Washburn Heysseltine

Professor Puffer Demonstrates Arc Light Study

Professor William L. Puffer of the Institute of Technology presented a paper in the Walker building on A New Method of Studying the Light of Alternating Arc Lights. He illustrated the talk with a lantern and numerous experiments to clarify the subject.

William L. Puffer Institute of Technology Walker

Officers Elected at Mt. Vernon Republican Club

At the annual meeting of the Mt. Vernon Republican Club of Ward 8 held at 71 Cams bridge street officers were elected including President Hammond T. Fletcher and Vice-President Franklin W. Boyd.

Mt. Vernon Republican Club Ward 8 Camsbridge Street Hammond T. Fletcher Franklin W. Boyd

Local Board Officers Named for House Committee

The treasurer is John E. Shaw, secretary Ed ward A. Bean, warden George W. Wheelock, with house committee members including George E. Hunter, George W. Wheelock, and William H. King.

John E. Shaw Edward A. Bean George W. Wheelock George E. Hunter William H. King

Master Plumbers' Association Elects Officers

At a meeting in Wilks' Hall last evening the Master Plumbers' Association elected officers for the coming year. Daniel G. Finnerty was named president with Edward C. Kelly first vice president, J. H. Young second vice president, James O Connell third vice president, Daniel Shannon treasurer, John W. Cosden financial secretary, William A. Tucker recording secretary, and C. H. Cronin corresponding secretary.

Wilks’ Hall Daniel G. Finnerty Edward C. Kelly J. H. Young James O'Connell Daniel Shannon John W. Cosden William A. Tucker C. H. Cronin

Somerville Finance Club Elects Officers at Dinner

The Somerville Finance Club held its annual dinner at the United States Hotel last evening with about thirty ladies and gentlemen attending on ladies night. Officers were re-elected: President F. E. Cheney, vice-president and secretary George H. Dresser, treasurer C. E. Moore, trustees N. F. Babb, A. A. Lamont, and George H. Foster.

Somerville Finance Club United States Hotel F. E. Cheney George H. Dresser C. E. Moore N. F. Babb A. A. Lamont George H. Foster

Everett Fife Drum Corps Fourth Annual Ball Held

The Everett Fife Drum and Bugle Corps held its fourth annual ball in Everett hall last evening with about 100 couples present. The grand march was led by Floor Director George A. Carter and wife.

Everett Everett Hall George A. Carter

Free transfer bill seen passing Legislature quick

The free transfer bill is poised for approval in both Legislature branches with Representative Gallivan leading the effort and Senate backing a majority. A joint special committee will map new district divisions and ten year representation apportionments, while a separate set of resolutions seeks Congress action to open the Connecticut River for navigation. The Senate also considers a pharmacy regulation bill backed by the State Board, proposing biennial re registration, merging enforcement departments, and a $10,000 appropriation to improve enforcement. it extends the complaint window from fifteen to ninety days.

Gallivan South Boston Senate Quirk Mein Worcester House Commonwealth Young Springfield Congress Connecticut River Hutchinson Suffolk State Board of Pharmacy Massachusetts Board

Farewell reception for Rev Thomas W Coughlin in Watertown

The Young Men's Catholic Association of Watertown honored Rev Thomas W Coughlin on his promotion from curate at St Patrick's Watertown to pastor of the Church of the Sacred Heart Mt Auburn. A silver water pitcher was presented and remarks made by local clergy and parishioners. Three cheers followed the adjournment.

Watertown Thomas W. Coughlin Young Men’s Catholic Association Barnard Block Father Coughlin St. Patrick’s Church Church of the Sacred Heart Mt. Auburn John S. Cullen J. J. Salmon D. D John F. Kelleher Thomas Gavin George F. Butler M. J. Kelley M. J. Cunniff D. J. Tracy Richard Sevier Dr. Boucher

Gallagher Dominates In Boston Billiards Exposition

Chicago billiardist Gay Tom Gallagher gave a brilliant exhibition at the Boston Athletic Club, defeating Eames 600 to 200 with a strong run of 60 and an average of 17 11 17. Tonight Gallagher faces George Carter at the Hub Billiard Palace aiming for 690 to 400.

Tom” Gallagher Chicago Boston Athletic Club Eames Gallagher New England Boston George Carter Carter

Steeplechase Association Holds Annual Meeting in New York

The National Steeplechase Association met at the Jockey Club in New York with Decourcey Forbes and others in attendance. August Belmont, John G. Follansbee, and John G. Heckscher were elected stewards for three years. A Coney Island Jockey Club summer steeplechase series was announced to run weekly in June and July under NSA direction.

New York National National Steeplechase Association

East Boston Indoor Games Set With Cambridge Port Gym

East Boston Athletic Association to hold a special meeting Monday to plan a second joint indoor games with Cambridgeport Gymnasium. Last week Cambridge athletes defeated them in seven events, with East Boston winning two.

East Boston Athletic Association Cambridgeport Gymnasium Cambridge Wiley East Boston

Lynn Pastor Resigns Amid Church Turmoil

At a special Lynn church meeting the resignation of Rev. A. A. Williams was discussed and accepted, ending months of local excitement in church circles.

Lynn

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