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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1899
Page
2
Mrs. E. Bickford of Oxford Street Portland Maine credits Dr Greene Nervura with her recovery from pneumonia and grip after two illnesses. She reports regained strength improved shoulder rheumatism and no hand tremors after one bottle and offers to answer inquiries about her case. She praises the doctor and notes free consultations.
The twenty fourth annual report by Secretary Frederick F. Dimick shows 1898 trade improved with better prices and demand, predicting prosperity. Boston salt and fresh mackerel receipts reached 35 445 and 31 329 barrels respectively, while world salt mackerel production fell 16 percent but Boston receipts rose. Total fish received amounted to 47 857 519 pounds, down 9 454 315 pounds, with notable haddock cod hake halibut pollock and more. The Mary J Powers landed large amounts of fresh haddock cod hake and halibut, stock value 28 000, while 36 vessels were lost in 1898, seven with all on board.
Washington January 13 Senate commerce committee continued hearings on the Hanng Payne bills with Charles H King secretary of the Lake Carriers Association and Theodore Search president of the American Manufacturers Association favoring the bill. Clement A Griscom president of International Navigation Company described building steamers St Louis and St Paul noting US costs exceed British by 1 100000. The company warned it would quit when vessels wear out and no more American ships would be built absent relief. If the law passes the firm would build four 12 000 ton ships in five years and contract for more not completed in that period.
The Rev Peter MacQueen pastor of Day Street Congregational Church West Somerville resigned Sunday. Parishioners hosted a farewell reception last night in the church. He gave a farewell address and was presented with a rubber soap outfit for his Philippine Islands trip. A train ride to New York left from Park Square Station Boston at 12 o clock with many young church members attending.
The Post reports on Mrs Ellie Cocke's separate maintenance suit against J E Cocke the Back Bay physician. Judge Grant granted temporary support of 25 weekly until the next Probate Court hearing on January 31. Dr Cocke confirms counsel Robert G Ingersoll and declines public discussion while awaiting trial.
The well known Back Bay physician Dr Cocke faces a suit for separate support by his wife. Hartford is counsel for Cocke while William M Noble represents Mrs Cocke. Statements issued defend Cocke against claims of withholding Mrs Cocke’s winter clothing and reveal alleged investments in mining stocks. He cites lack of difficulty with legal counsel Washburn and notes his attempts to correct misunderstandings.
The Limerick Club of Limerick Maine hosted its fourth annual dinner at the United States Hotel drawing about 150 former residents now in this city and nearby towns. President John A Husty presided. speakers included Prof. Frank A Ufall Heath and Rev George Bicknell. New officers elected: George P Staples president Charles W Lisley vice presidents, Miss Linule Winkley secretary, Horace D Durgin treasurer.
Officers of Station 3 arrested 83 year old Johno l Norton of 108 Cambridge Street for breaking and entering the home of Poenjamin Dookin at 23 Wall Street and stealing clothing valued at Foo. The property was recovered.
A Boston man recalls three months of Koch Lung Cure treatment that allegedly healed his consumption after doctors advised southern climate. He notes his brother died after resisting the therapy and asserts others with consumption asthma bronchitis or catarrh also found cures. He says his old physician now deems him cured and shares his account at 12 Foster street.
New York January 13. The cyanide of mercury used to kill Mrs Adams is traced to Powers & Weightman of New York City. Their private mark appears on the bottle bottom. Of four bottles sold, three are accounted for. One went to C B Smith & Co Newark. Smith says purchases are unclear but their books are being checked. The mark ties the poison to a person surrounded by circumstantial threads.
Representative James F. Carey of Haverville will address Marlboro strikers on Sunday evening. He previously urged the Legislature to send the labor committee to investigate the causes of the trouble. The Legislature granted the committee travel permission yesterday, making a Marlboro visit likely soon.
Dr Geo W Hoglan of Columbus Ohio describes his switch from coffee to Postum Food Coffee curing nervous symptoms and better memory. He notes initial dislike then improvement after boiling guidance followed for several weeks. He cites multiple patients adopting Postum and abandoning coffee with gratifying results.
Northampton representative Mr. Crouch offered resolutions in favor of the Paris peace treaty. The General Court should ratify without amendment and express confidence in the national administration. A copy of the resolution to be sent to Washington Senate and House.
The question of imperialism haunts Massachusetts halls as lawmakers prepare for a vote and lively debate. Senator Hoar’s allies press for the Mellen resolutions to be adopted over Mills or other committee reports, while a stronger resolution supporting ratification of the Paris treaty was introduced by Rep. C. S. Crouch of Northampton. The Mellen and Mills resolutions have stirred both House and Senate more than ever.
Republicans argue over delaying actions on imperialism as the United States Senate election nears. Key figures Lodge Hoar and Mellen clash over resolutions while a federal relations committee plans a Monday meeting to set a public hearing date. The aim is to avoid influencing the Lodge election while preserving a pathway for gratitude to Hoar.
The last will and testament of Harold Frederic names Judge Parker as executor for the American estate. He leaves the Brook Green house and effects and the English copyright to his widow and children, and Homefield with the American copyright to Kate Lyon. The estate value is not fully stated in the summary.
The War Investigating Commission regrets Eagan’s testimony went further than expected and was delivered with vehemence. A move to call him to order was avoided to prevent controversy. Executive session approved rejecting the vituperative language, urging a revised, temperate version for possible acceptance. Colonel Denby supervised the return of the testimony with a letter requesting language revision.
General Wood testified on the Miles-Eagan inquiry that no capable officer or veteran complained about army rations. He noted no widespread beef quality issues and explained refrigerated meat during the campaign endured harsh heat and timing challenges. He asserted Santiago had food for U S forces and that Spanish surrender wasn’t due to starvation.
Lowell January 13. Major General Nelson A Miles writes Captain Alexander Greig Jr Lowell Mass. January 10 1899 praising his December 31 letter. Miles defends troops against rum and mangoes slander blaming sickness on poor food and asks for statements from officers surgeons and soldiers familiar with the facts. He recalls being on the front line at Yauco where Greig rendered excellent service in a campaign.
Washington January 13 Commissary General Eagan says he chafed under the charge that he poisoned soldiers while claiming chemical experimentation. He notes the remark was prompted by the commission and would have differed if not for the accusation.
Local officers and men largely back Miles amid a dispute with General Eagan over army meat. Twenty Ninth Regiment privates who went to Cuba testified that the canned beef was unfit to eat and aged, describing a tedious boiling method with onions and potatoes to mask odor and taste.
The Anti Imperialist League executive committee met yesterday in Central Ohio. Reports show widespread opposition to imperialism among farmers and mechanics, with 700 Cincinnati Cigar Makers Union members signing the protest. Messages from U S Senators urged methods to block treaty ratification, and the group urged Senators to defeat or stall the Spain treaty. They praised Senator George F Hoar and colleagues for defending republican principles.
Edmund Miles of Cambridge died yesterday morning after a three year illness at his daughter's home on Canterbury street. Born in Halesworth England on June 19 1825 he came to America as a child and settled in Cambridge with Elizabeth Crabbe whom he married in May 1848. He served in the War of the Rebellion and was a prominent Cambridge citizen and Grand Army member.
Ex Speaker Meyer and A P Gardner seek Moody’s seat over two turkey dinners served to Eighth Massachusetts Regiment. Haverhill district attorney Moody faces campaign test as Meyer, former Massachusetts House Speaker, and Gardner, Lodge’s son-in-law, vie in this political contest.
The Setts Regiment now treads Cuban soil in pursuit of expansion. Enlistments last two years and will push Essex county to the far coast to crown a successor to the lawyer from the city of shoes. Hamiltonians Moody supporters vie for Congress in the Moopia Club district. Americus Georgia hosted a Highth Regiment Thanksgiving feast sent by Colonel Pew, with turkey and pumpkin pie. The regiment moved toward the South by Washington orders, reaching the orange groves and alligators by Christmas, enjoying Santa Claus companionship.
Ex Speaker Meyer sends message praising Congressman Moody as a future leader while Senator Bailey backs Moody as his own successor if he desires. Gardner and Meyer are social influencers in Boston and Hamilton, with Moody’s war record and Essex district support shaping a potential political showdown. Moody remains low-key as focus shifts to wealth and influence behind the scenes.
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