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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1897

Page

2

Chains for Luis Someillan Sentenced in Hawaii

In Tovane Jan 14 at 12 30 pm Luis Someillan naturalized American citizen guilty of conspiring against Spain was sentenced to life imprisonment in chains. The tribunal dismissed favorable evidence and cited disaffection to Spain as motive. El Yunque organ of autonomist party in Puerto Principe suppressed. editor Eduardo Varela Zequiera arrested. Louis Lay, once jailed at Regla, released from Cabanas fortress.

Twavana Luis Someillan Someilian Someillan el Yueblo Puerto Principe Senor Eduardo Varela Zequiera la Discusion Louis Lay Regla Havana Cabanas

Cuban Republic Stamps Debated for U S Mail Use

Washington January 14 The appearance of stamps from the so called Cuban republic in United States mails sparked discussion in the Post Office Department over their recognition as proper postage since the U S government has not recognized Cuba as free and independent. This may be the first case of its kind.

Washington United States Post Office Department Cuba

Cuban general Roloff arrested by U.S. marshals

General Carlos Roloff secretary of war for Cuban insurgents was arrested by two United States marshals and jailed at Ludlow Street. He faces charges of taking part in an expedition to Cuba aboard the Woodall on June 28 189. The Spanish consul Baldassano filed the complaint. Warrants issued for other Cuban junta members. Roloff was released on bail.

New York Carlos Roloff United States Ludlow Street Shields Roloff Cuba Woodall Baldassano

Charity Matinee In Boston At Columbia Theatre

A grand benefit performance for Boston relief, under the Red Cross Bureau Relief Brigade, to aid the poor, hosts a varied lineup. Acts include ballet of the fairies from Jack and the Beanstalk, hilarious scenes from Brian Boru, and sketches like My Friend From India with Arthur and Jennie Dunn. Notable artists Chauncey Olcott, Signor Alberti, Jefferson De Angelis, Bessie Bonehill, and others donate performances.

Boston Red Cross Bureau Relief Brigade Boston Traveler Columbia Theatre Eight Pretty Maids Brian Boru India Arthur Jennie Dunn Frances Harrison Harry Rogers Amelia Summerville Marion Giroux May Sinclair Lettie le Vyne Signorita Chiquita George Lowell Tracy John C. Slavin

Vincent Dramatic Club stages The Trustee in Brattle Hall

A large Brattle Hall audience in Cambridge attended a Vincent Dramatic Club benefit last evening. The four act drama The Trustee featured William V. MacGill as John Allston with Thomas Louden, George F. Madden and Anna B. Ames in principal roles. Walter F. Gibreas and Ella Stevens provided comedy, with a full cast listed under Mrs. J. D. MacGill, who directed the production.

Brattle Hall Cambridge Vincent Dramatic Club John Allston William V. MacGill Thomas Louden Daniel Vane George F. Madden Arthur Langdon Anna BE. Ames

Postner and Curran calendar in high demand

Postner and Curran release a large serviceable calendar praised for neat printing and clear date letters. The bulky gift is noted as costly yet attractive, fitting for offices where time is money and earning praise from its many supporters.

Postner & Curran Pocahontas Posiner & Curran

Kidney Health Promise and Personal Proof claim

A persuasive claim extols kidney function as the key to perfect health. It asserts that poisonous blood causes heaviness, bilious attacks, headaches, unrest, and appetite changes, which will vanish once kidneys work properly. The text emphasizes self-conviction through personal proof and widespread testimonials.

Worn Clerks Ball Aims High With Elegant Attire

A Boston social event details donors and attendees from R. H. White and Filene's circles. Prominent figures including G. Kramer and J. O Callaghan attended, with Mrs. Edna Merrill directing the ball. Guests showcased lavish gowns by Rourke, White, Glancey, Draycott, and many others.

P. J. Barry J. H. Lee Joseph Lagarde RE. G. Kramer R. H. White J. J. O'Callaghan Thomas O'Callaghan & Co O'Callaghan James Houston Mr. Henderson Houston & Henderson Filene Edna Merrill M. E. Wood Alice J. Draycott Elizabeth M. Allen Helen Tetlow K. J. Glancey Mae Parker Julia Murray Elizabeth A. Walsh Bertha Stone Mary Walsh Nellie Murphy Mary Carroll Mary B. Ulmer Emma A. Fisher Katherine G. McGrath Association Merrill Miss Gilchrist’s Mrs. Edmonds Mrs. Rourke L. A. White E. M. Allen Dresden Katherine J. Glancy Ruth Clark M. H. Walsh Katherine McGrath Alice Draycott Jeanette Post Minnie Ward Mareschal Neil A. M. Burleigh Emma Fisher Alice Norriss Susie Williams Jennie W. Smith Helen Hamilton Murphy Mary L Drury Isabel V. Young Mabel Newcomb May Glancy Minnie Glancy

Couture Tea Party Guests Parade In Portland

A crowd of ladies and gentlemen attended a social gathering, listing numerous attendees by name and describing a display of elegant gowns. The embroidery department of R. H. White & Co. was represented by several ladies, showcasing lace, satin, and silk ensembles.

Seamen Protest Over Frye Amendments At Boston Meeting

At a Boston meeting of the Atlantic Coast Seamen's Union a letter from Pacific Coast Seamen national secretary Andréw Furnseth condemned Senator Frye's amendments to the seamen's bill now before Congress. Sailors ashore demand organized labor aid for a public indignation meeting and urge Lodge and Hoar to back House seamen bills without Frye's changes.

Atlantic Coast Union Frye Atlantic Coast Seamen's Union Andréw Furnseth Pacific Coast Seamen Congress Boston Congressional Record Massachusetts Lodge Hoar House Senate

Cardinal Gibbons Praises England US Arbitration Treaty

Cardinal Gibbons in Baltimore on January 14 voiced unqualified approval of the arbitration treaty between England and the United States. He called it a decisive step toward universal arbitration and said its importance cannot be overestimated for peace lovers.

Baltimore Cardinal Gibbons England United States

Widowed Mary Pratt Found Frozen in Chair in Concord

Mrs. Mary A. Pratt aged 68 living at 26 South Street was found dead in her chair this afternoon. Last seen alive Tuesday evening. She had a prior paralysis scare a year ago and is believed to have suffered another attack Tuesday evening, sat down, and died. The body was frozen stiff.

Concord N. H Mary A. Pratt South Street

Not Obeying Lomasney Common Council Refuses Help

The article reports ongoing political conflict as Senator Lomasney battles City Clerk J M Galvin with a council delaying three key elections. It covers the Pneumatic Tube Company inquiry, a push to permit military drills, and various city projects including a foot-bridge, park lease rights, and playground site selection.

New Great South American Kidney Cure Surprises With Speed

Distressing kidney and bladder diseases are claimed to be cured within six hours by a new remedy offered by George C. Goodwin & Co of Boston. The ad promises prompt relief from bladder and kidney pain, backache, and urinary passage pain in men and women, including relief from water retention. It cites immediate relief and urges purchase at 86 Hanover Street, Boston.

Bresnahan General Court Kinney Ward 11 Briggs Saunders South Boston Nangle Yeas George C. Goodwin &O Hanover Street Boston

Cookies Found in Crittenden Home in Shelburne Falls

Sugar cookies and wafers thought worth missing since Mrs. McCloud vanished were found at the Crittenden residence near the body of his daughter. An inquest is set for Tuesday morning in Shelburne Falls. Attorney Fred F. Dowling represents O Neil. State officers questioned William O Connell Chick Heathcoat and Tim Kennedy in a private examination.

Shelburne Falls Fred F. Dowling North Adams O'Neil Franklin County Greenfield John O'Neil Nellie William O’connell Chick” Heathcoat Tim Kennedy

Eighth Private Social of Boston Ladies’ Relief Association

Over 150 couples danced at the Catholic Union hall corner Worcester and Washington last night for the eighth private social of the Young Ladies Relief Association of Boston. Miss Annie McCanty directed the floor with an able staff. committees included Misses McCanty Quinn Riley Freeman Winsor Reynolds Mathewson Field and Flaherty. Officers listed were President Lizzie J Curtis Secretary Eva Butterman Treasurer Catherine Donovan and Financial Secretary Lizzie J Doonan.

Catholic Union Building Worcester Washington Street Young Ladies’ Relief Association of Boston Annie McCanty Mary A. Quinn Allie Riley Annie C. Freeman Grace G. Winsor Mary V. Reynolds Agnes Mathewson Helen A. Field Mary A

Charles E Perry Co Calendar Sale Easily Draws Interest

Charles E Perry Co at 183 and 18 Congress street offers a handsome calendar with copper plate engraving of a pastoral French painting on white cardboard about 3 by 2 feet. The piece features a calendar pad, bright red silk fringe, and a bow, suitable for drawing rooms and useful for a commercial house.

Charles E. Perry & Co Congress Street City

Life Guard remedy praised by patient in testimonial

A reader testimonial extols Dr. Shaw Life Guard as effective in breaking up and preventing colds. The ad describes Dr. Thomas P. Shaw of Lowell as its inventor, claims it cures colds and arrests la grippe, prevents pneumonia, contains no morphine or quinine, and notes two cent bottles sold by druggists.

Thomas P. Shaw Lowell Harvard Medical School Massachusetts Medical Society Life Guard la Grippe

Patent aid offer from John Wedderburn & Co G C

An ad states John Wedderburn and Co G C patent attorneys in Washington DC offer patent assistance for 1800 dollars and a new list of 1000 inventions, urging readers to protect simple ideas.

OHN Wedderburn Washington, D. C John Wedderburn & Co., Dept. G. SI MD Bet John Wedderburn & C G. 31 Washington,d. C

Doan's Kidney Pills touted as cure for backache

Boston area readers were urged that back pain signals kidney trouble and that Doan's Kidney Pills restore kidney function. A Maine resident testifies to relief after a cold worsened back pain, praising the product and endorsing its use for future trouble.

Delaware salaed continues of dockside visit reported

United States District Attorney Clark completed a visit aboard the Dolphin presuming no filibuster as he returned to sea duty. The Dolphin waited for the cruiser Newark before entering port while under Captain Nelson and Lieutenant Sutherland on the Colfax revenue cutter.

United States Clark Delaware Dolphin Colfax Sutherland Newark Nelson

Delaware Shipowner Denies Filibuster Seizure Claims

William P. Clyde, head of Clyde Steamship, defends the Delaware after a reported seizure by the U S despatch boat Dolphin near Jacksonville. He says the vessel carried a general cargo and had no munitions of war, calling the report ridiculous. The Delaware had recent Clyde line transfers and no word of seizure from agents.

Charleston Jacksonville New York Clyde Line Delaware Birel, Hillman & Streaker Philadelphia Lane Boston Lewis Dock George W. Clyde Clyde St. John’s Bar United States William P. Clyde Clyde Steamship Company Dolphin Fla West Indies New England St. John's Bar Kemp

Blunder Over Clyde Line Cargo Denial

A Post reporter sought to verify a claim that the Delaware carried 1000 unknown packages. Clyde line officials denied the statement and said the manifest shows 2500 cases of boots and shoes 1000 boxes of bacon 800 barrels of potatoes and other goods. The ship left Charleston for Jacksonville with remaining cargo. manifest inspection was refused.

Post Clyde Line Washington Street Delaware W.S. Sayers Charleston Jacksonville Lewis Wharf A. P. Lane New England

Linen Swindle Confession From Back Bay Arrests

Three men including James Reynolds of 260 Fulton Street Brooklyn and Robert Walker of Brooklyn, with Joseph N Donnelly, 16, were arrested in Tremont Street hotel in the linen swindle case. Reynolds confessed after Chief Inspector Watts revealed prior gang activity, admitting counterfeit circulars printed in Cincinnati and a non existent firm. He claimed a nationwide operation begun after the World’s Fair, selling goods by samples never shipped, with cases and 10,000 circulars found among loot.

James Reynolds Fulton Street Brooklyn Robert Walker Joseph N. Donnelly Reynolds Tremont Street Watts England Cincinnati United States Old Country New York City New York

West Somerville Board of Trade Holds First Annual Banquet

The West Somerville Board of Trade held its first annual banquet at Hotel Woodbridge with Daly's Orchestra providing music. Mayor A. Perry, Cambridge and Malden trade leaders attended as dignitaries. President Garcelon reviewed the organization’s history and discussed mutual advancement through business unity.

West Somerville Board of Trade Woodbridge West Somerville Daly Charles Williams Cambridge H.S. Garcelon A. A. Perry D. A. Ritchie Citizens’ Trade Association of Cambridge Asher F. Black Malden Board of Trade Peter MacQueen Day Street Congregational Church Garcelon Perry Boards of Trade Quincy Messrs Maiden

The American Wringer Company Ad

The American Wringer Company lists locations at 13 and 15 Broadway extension and 29 and 31 Cornhill Boston offering all kinds of wringers and Bissell carpet sweepers with repairs called for and delivered without extra charge. Write or telephone Tremont 764.

American Wringer Company Broadway Extension Cornhill Boston

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