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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1898

Page

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Harvard and Cornell Rowing Feud Heads for New London

Harvard accuses Cornell of disrespect for rowing etiquette after Cornell’s unofficial public reply to challenges. Yale may join Harvard and Cornell in New London for a triangular or separate matches, pending further word from Cambridge.

Harvard Cornell Orpell Crimson Cornell Navy Cambridge Goodrich Ithacans Yale New London

Cornell Accepts Yale and Harvard Rowing Proposals

Cornell’s naval crew accepts Yale and Harvard four mile race proposals for the coming season. The council outlines a possible triangular arrangement with Yale merging this year’s race, while Cornell seeks to name next year’s Yale race site. If necessary, a Poughkeepsie regatta could pit Cornell, Harvard, Columbia and Penn against each other.

Ithaca N. Y Frederick D. Colson Cornell Navy Yale Harvard Cornell Navy Yale University Boat Club Harvard University Boat Club Cornell Council Pennsylvania New London Columbia Asell Henley Cornel Poughkeepsie

Yale Disappointed as Cornell Replies to Boat Challenge

Captain Payne Whitney of Yale University crew received Cornell's formal reply to Yale's challenge. Coach Robert J. Cook and Whitney indicated disappointment but refused to discuss details before Yale's official reply. The mood among Yale leaders remained cautious about the situation.

New Haven Conn Payne Whitney Yale University Cornell Yale Associated Press Ithaca Kitney Robert J. Cook Cook Whitney Nowell

Dense Fog Delays Shipping in Boston Harbor Collision Narrow Escape

Dense fog delayed Boston Harbor shipping as the ferry Winthrop collided glancingly with a coal barge towed by two tugs. The incident caused passengers to stumble but left all vessels largely undamaged while pilots guided ships to safety. Multiple steamers delayed then entered harbor as weather improved.

Boston Harbor Winthrop Boston South Ferry Gray Vim Melvin Camilla Porittain Radnor Winslow Perth Glasgow Mystic Wharf John Fawcett Columbia, No. 2 Europe Bay State Portland City of Gloucester Gloucester Fairfax Baltimore Norfolk Prince Edward Yarmouth

Collision between transit train and L I engine at Jamaica

A Jamaica collision between a Brooklyn bound rapid transit train and a Long Island Railroad double driver engine left twelve to fifteen people bruised. No serious injuries reported.

New York Jamaica L. 1 Brooklyn Long Island Railroad

Collision in East River Sinks Winona Boat

In dense fog midstream in the East River the ferryboats Winona and Columbia collided. The Winona's bow smashed and sank, the Columbia escaped with minor damage, and no fatalities occurred. Passengers panicked and rushed for life preservers as the crash occurred during reversing attempts.

New York Winona Atlantic Ferry Columbia Wall Street East River

Merchants Urged to Consult WM Wellman on Accidents

Baliay holders are advised to seek guidance from WM Wellman at 4 Postoffice Square Room 3 to learn benefits or protections related to mercantile matters and accidentals.

To Cure a Cold in One Day Gas AA Ara Oe

The fragment appears to be an ad or home remedy snippet claiming a rapid cure for a cold in a single day. It lacks clear entities, dates, or organizations. The readable text quality is too low to extract a factual news item or confirm specific claims.

Murder Charge Likely Change After 600 Harrison Ave Killing

John E. Gordon 54 of 904 Harrison avenue is jailed for the fatal shooting of Joseph W. Towle 53 at a tenement 600 Harrison avenue. Gordon says it was an accident and will plead homicide. Towle died from a face wound after a struggle over a pistol.

John E. Gordon Harrison Avenue Joseph W. Towle Gordon Sullivan Station 6 Towle Perkins Brothers Novelty Works Towle’s Alwys Gale Sordon Maggie Walter

Tornado Devastates Fort Smith Arkansas Killing and Wreck

A tornado struck Fort Smith Arkansas killing about forty people and causing over a million dollars in damage. The storm tore through Garrison avenue to Ninth street and across Towson, wrecking hotels stores schools and churches. Rescue crews search ruins as relief funds from citizens and railroads flow in.

Fort Smith Ark Silas Mincer Harvey Ruttledge Mary Timmerman Burgess Hotel Joe Griswold John Martin Madison County J. B. Riley George Carter Grand Opera House Milt Burgess St. John’s Hospital J. M. Fouts Joe Kyle Lefevre Matt Knapton Joe Lucas Ed Ferrell Butcher Irene Roy Frank Richardson John Adams Charles Mauver Ritter Will Lawson Louie Sengel Isaascon’s Babcosch Fleming Bros.’ Coffee and Tobacco Haresfield’s Smith’s Martinez J. Mance Mann & Wilson City Feed Garrison and Towsen Avenues Burgess’s Hotel Towsea Avenue Federal Court National House Carter National Cemetery Judge Parker Rector Mansion Albert Pike First Baptist Church Central Methodist Church Church of the Immaculate Conception Brown’s Memorial van Buren Alma Citizens’ Relief Committee Robinson Frisco Railroad Missouri Pacific Railroad

Lowell Spin ers Halt Strike Action Delayed to Monday

Lowell operatives postponed a strike vote at Spinners Hall arguing for a delay to next Monday night. Mayor Bennett urged continued work for the city's good while T. W. Connolly urged New Bedford as a test case. A tele gram from New Bedford Union supported the Lowell workers. The crowd outside filled the streets as logist ics blocked admission to the hall.

Lowell Bennett T. W. Connolly Bedford New Bedford Tormight

Election Date Set for Republican City Committee

The Hon. Joseph B. Madtabe announces tomorrow evening's annual meeting and officer election at Wesleyan Hall. Fred C. Gilpatrick seeks re election against Madtabe ally. Sands of Ward 12 likely to replace retiring Councilman Jones as secretary.

Joseph B. Madtabe Republican City Committee Wesleyan Hall Maccabe Fred C. Gilpatrick Gilpatrick J. Mitchell Galvin Bep. Sands Ward 12 Jones

Woman takes laudanum in Union Station toilet

An unnamed 24 year old woman May Lawson of 70 Bradstreet Avenue Beachmont attempted suicide by taking laudanum in the Union Station women's toilet last evening. An officer found her in pain, an ambulance took her to Station 1, then to Massachusetts General Hospital where doctors treated her. Her condition was uncertain.

Union Statein Dunn Massachusetts General Hospital May Lawson Bradstreet Avenue Beachmont

Hanna elected to U S Senate by Ohio Legislature

Marcus A. Hanna won the Ohio Senate election for a seven year term amid ongoing bribery charges and political turmoil. The joint ballot produced 73 for Hanna, with 70 for McKisson and one for Lentz as lawmakers adjourned to await further investigations and anticipated reorganizations.

Columbus Marcus A. Hanna Ohio Senate Hanna William McKinley McKisson Lentz Cramer J. Su. Rodgers Neil House United States Ons Bramley Walcott Cleveland Amos Mason Burke Tle

Vickery Escapes then Captured with Diamonds in Salem

Guy O Vickery of Augusta Maine escaped from his keeper today and was captured in Salem He is 25 and from the wealthy Vickery publishing family He had 550 in cash three ladies watches ten diamond rings a gold manicure set and a revolver on his person He is to be sent home after being held at the Essex House prior toreturn to his guardian The report notes his history of temporary insanity following a past accident

Salem Guy O. Vickery Augusta Vickery Portland

Arrest of James Flanagan on bail jumping forgery charge

James Flanagan returned to Boston from Texas after a year and a half away. He was arrested by Inspector Cleary and Station 4 officers for leaving the city while under $1000 bail to be tried on forgery at the Superior Criminal Court.

James Flanagan Boston Texas Cleary Station 4 Superior Criminal Court

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