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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1896
Page
6
Rev. Minot J. Sav age and his inter esting career as pastor of a church are highlighted in this feature. The piece traces his early calling, key moments in ministry, and his influence within the local community.
General Craighill told the Senate coast defenses committee that the engineers could profitably spend funds in a long list of East and West Coast ports including New York San Francisco Boston Hampton Roads New Orleans Philadelphia Washington Baltimore Portland Me Narragansett Bay and more. He outlined current work and noted most ports lack sufficient appropriations. He also said at least 1 million dollars is needed immediately to purchase fortification sites.
ST JOHN'S N F Jan 10 In line with British directives Governor Murray drafts reports on Newfoundland iron and coal, island resources and St John’s naval potential It is believed England intends to fortify St John’s as a secondary naval station to Halifax to control Atlantic shipping The move follows President Cleveland's war message as a triggering factor.
London report notes Morning Post supports Times suggestion to lay aside red tape and issue a government statement on the British claim in the Guiana frontier dispute, a move said to receive cordial support from the people of Great Britain.
London January 11 The Chronicle prints Lord Playfair’s interview urging a joint American and English conference to define the Monroe Doctrine and promote a system of arbitration between the two nations.
The Gaulois quotes General Guzman Blanco denying any involvement in an insurrection in Venezuela and stating all parties have merged into a single national party supporting President Crespo. In Canada, Lord Aberdeen reportedly stays in constant touch with Joseph Chamberlain on the Ottawa political crisis and declined Bowell's resignation per colonial office instructions.
The following day Ambassador Bayard visited the foreign office, likely to press Lord Salisbury on President Kruger's request. The note to President Cleveland is cited as the basis for possible diplomatic representations.
London Jan 10 J B Robinson the Rand’s leading employer and Valkyrie III half owner says franchise for Uitlanders is the central issue in the Transvaal crisis. He cites President Kruger who warned that granting foreigners the vote would be tantamount to lowering the Transvaal flag. Robinson still expects a modified franchise to be granted.
London dated dispatch reports Sir J Gordon Sprigg forming a new ministry succeeding Cecil Rhodes. Cabinet includes Attorney General Sir Thomas Upington, Public Works Sir James Sivewright, Agriculture Hon P H Faure, Colonial Secretary Mr Tewater. Prime Minister has no salary while others earn 1500 pounds yearly.
Berlin despatch reports Emperor William received Queen Victoria’s autograph letter on January 8 via special messenger. The Emperor’s reply is in the Queen’s hands and reportedly favored by him for the English people. It is said German ministers confirmed the Emperor’s intention not to offend England.
Alfred Austin writes the first poem as poet laureate published in the Times. The piece titled Jameson's Ride ends with a reflective stanza about judgment day and a lament over past forays. The poem’s tone and style resemble George R. Sims' poetry.
A Democratic U.S. senator offers a concurrent resolution praising Transvaal for establishing a free representative government. The text expresses hope that self-government principles will spread with support from France in its colonies and from Liberia and the Transvaal, aiding peaceful Christian civilization across Africa.
A summary of naval statistics from the Boston Post Almanac outlines a classification system for battleships cruisers and torpedo craft. It defines classes by tonnage age and speed and notes inclusion of ships on order or under construction.
The report notes a formal request for the President to communicate Congress’s action to the President of the Republic of Transvaal. It highlights diplomatic steps and official channels involved in transmitting congressional decisions to foreign heads of state.
Twenty two members of the reform committee including Colonel Rhodes Cecil Rhodes's brother, Sir Drummond Dunbar, Lionel Phillips, and Dr Sauer were arrested at their club on high treason charges and taken under escort to Pretoria. Perfect quiet prevails. the Uitlanders are disarming.
Reports from Portsmouth claim a second special squadron of fast cruisers has been told off and will be ready for commission at a moment's notice, though the admiralty denies the statement.
London cabled that Joseph Chamberlain informed President Kruger of the Queen’s satisfaction with Kruger’s plan to surrender Dr Jameson and other British prisoners to authorities. Kruger replied he intends to hand over the prisoners for punishment once Johannesburg returns to calm and order.
A Pall Mall Gazette despatch dated January 8 asserts Cecil Rhodes was aware of the plot leading to Dr. Jameson’s raid into the Transvaal. Rhodes is said to be ill at Cape Town. Chamberlain has cabled Hofmeyr promising a full inquiry into the raid and tighter steps to prevent further incursions. The Queen sent an autograph letter to Chamberlain thanking him for his role amid Transvaal disturbances.
Dr Jameson and Sir John Willoughby face potential UK trial as banking circles report Chamberlain may revoke the British South Africa Company charter if Rhodes cannot sever ties to the conspiracy used for the Transvaal raid. Rhodes quit the premiership to dodge fallout as the era of chartered trading empires wanes after Johannesburg.
German diplomats expect a quick, peaceful end to the Transvaal issue as England shows off warlike moves, while foreign papers question targets of armaments and note surprise at Dr Jameson's rapid extradition. Russian officials reportedly view Franco Russian support as reflected in an anti English St. Petersburg Times piece.
The Maxim-Nordenfeld company of Erith on the Thames has obtained permission from the British government to consign two truck loads of small arms to Pretoria for the Transvaal government. The arms have already been shipped.
The Malden fire department relief association held its annual concert and ball at National Hall with a large turnout including Mayor Walker and city officials. Chief Engineer T W Gowan led the grand march with his daughter, Gertrude May Gowan, as floor director. A banquet was held for visiting guests. officers consider adding a free hospital bed costing 4000, with a citizen offering 1900 toward the project.
Beecham's pills advertised to treat constipation with two strengths 10 and 25 percent. The note mentions annual sales surpassing 6,000,000 boxes and directs readers to obtain the book at a symbolied source.
In Ransomville near Lockport New York George H. Smith a fifteen year husband to Clap Saddle's daughter murdered 68 year old Robert Clapsaddle a farmer. A posse closed in locating Smith at a farmer Brown's house where he fired injuring Elmer Clapsaddle before being shot by deputies and dying that night.
James Fox tells of a beggar ring led by the New York Kid. Five men were arrested as suspicious persons after a raid by Assist ant Chief Inspector Dugan and others. Names given include Michael Blackburn Frank Stackman Charles Wilson Frank Cassidy and Thomas Mullen. One planned wedding was noted. Authorities doubt the men’s ailments.
Fall River January 10 City Marshal Henry K V Scott of Laconia New Hampshire arrested Lizzie D Edwards age 52 on a charge of obtaining money under false pretences. Edwards borrowed money from friends last November then left the town. Scott says Edwards eloped with her stepson Eben Edwards from Vermont and will return with the officer tomorrow. Eben Edwards deserted his wife.
Fire on the fourth floor of 179 Boyston street owned by the A H Allen estate caused by a bed catching fire from a stove. Damage valued at 51 dollars. A second blaze at 270 Hanover street in the drug store of R C McDonald was due to a jar of concentrated nitre exploding, with damage estimated at 25 dollars.
A Boston reader argues for open bidding and lowest bidder awards for city contracts. He praises the mayor’s appointment of a consulting architect and calls for a three member bid-opening board to eliminate political influence and ensure fair competition.
A church session devolved into a heated battle over deacon elections and pastor conduct. Usher and Foxcroft faced criticism as long minutes readings and a controversial statement reading spurred interruptions. A 64 to 57 vote allowed Usher to present, but the meeting failed to heal the ruptured fellowship.
From Guanajay General Valdes reports Navarro and Arizon columns defeated Maceo's force at Regalado and Begona estates with heavy patriot losses. Five of Navarro's men wounded, Arizon's casualties unknown. Patriots retreat toward Cabanas as Navarro and Arizon pursue. Gomez reportedly moving west along the south coast. Telegraph wires cut, hindering western communications.
Mrs Mary A Davidson formerly of Boston and Lynn Mass was bound over in 5000 bail to stand trial for extorting blackmail from Rev Dr C O Brown The search for Mrs Lunnell the recipient of letters from Miss Mattie Overman has ended with discovery and she admits the letters are genuine She says they were stolen from her and sold to a local paper without her knowledge
Mr Burt recalls occasions when Atwood as ward and city committee chairman voted on questions about himself and refused recounts. Jerome Hosmer of Dorchester says Atwood should resign now, not wait to be called. Daniel Lovering Jr of Mattapan opines Atwood was wrong for the post and should leave immediately.
The Collins and Ham firm, dating back to Mayor Hart’s first term, built a Dorchester base with Ben Ham and Mike Collins steering outdoor work and accounting. Ex-Alderman Sam Kelly helped fund and secure profitable city contracts, including the Thomas N. Hart School. Controversy arose when Collins served as both contractor and city inspector on West Mott Street filling, prompting questions about conflict of interest.
A committee under the Sultan has been formed in Anatolia to coordinate relief for all in need. Aid will be given regardless of religion, offering support to victims across communities.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commissioner's Sale of Real Estate notes a warrant from Suffolk Superior Court in the Ida Wheelock partition case. On January 22, 1896 at 3 pm a brick six room house at Adams Place near Cambridge Street will be sold with a right of passage, asking $300 at sale time and place with commissioner Francis B. Patten of Boston.
Mortgagee Peter Grimes will foreclose on Alexander Landry's Revere lot 188 in Revere Highlands. Auction set for February 4 1896 at 9 am on the premises. Property measures 4000 square feet and is bounded by Mountain Avenue Lot 168 Lot 189 and Lot 137, with taxes and deed restrictions applying.
Vincent Hathaway and Company receivers importers and bottlers invite orders from Boston address 108 and 10 Broad Street for mixed wine packages. Offer options 5 bottles for $1 or 6 bottles plus 1 whiskey for $2 or 5 ties of wine and 1 bottled choice for $2 with a price guarantee and 1864 establishment claim.
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