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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1899
Page
2
N. H. man severely struck by grip and later prostration says Nervura restored his strength. After stopping work and losing flesh, one bottle brought early improvement and a third bottle completed his return to normal activity. He recommends the blood and nerve remedy as a physician prescribed cure from Dr. Greene.
Desperate quarrel in Stuyvesant Street between Second and Third avenues left Bernard Stindler wounded in the arm before a bystander girl shielding him. Dominico Garrido fired the pistol, police arrested him at East Fifth Street station as Stindler and Garrido were treated and others withheld the woman’s name.
William A. E. Moore spent a restless night at the Tombs as his nineteen year sentence loomed, then was moved to Sing Sing to begin his punishment. He bade farewell to his wife Strahan Moore, laments a perceived miscarriage of justice, and predicts her freedom while he serves his term. He weighs himself down with worry, complains of his counsel, and fears his fate will worsen.
A Boston woman’s story highlights chronic back pain blamed on overworked kidneys. The ad extols Deans Kidney Pills as helpers to restore kidney strength, promising relief for thousands of women and urging readers to consider the product.
Testimony from Tampa chief quartermaster and General Humphreys notes transportation congestion due to road limits and poor handling of refrigerated beef. He cites spoiled tinned beef and heat damaged meat, with beef from Porto Rico favored over American stock. Issues at Ponce and on ships led to waste and complaints by soldiers.
Ripans Chemical Company reports 1808 tubules sales above 70 million units. January rate exceeds 600000 units daily, reflecting strong nationwide demand.
In Charlestown Police Court yesterday morning ten boys nicknamed mashers faced sentencing after Sunday arrests for obstructing sidewalks. Seven were fined while the remaining three had their cases placed on file.
Boston reports higher imports and exports this week versus 1893. Imports reach 763,743 dollars against 733,464 previous year, exports 2,953,443 versus 2,221,905. Seven ships sailed to Europe with 656,778 bushels of grain, while ten ships the prior week sent 721,012. If overdue steamers arrive, over 50,000 tons more would be represented. Harbor holds 31,555 net tons of shipping, a new daily record among regular European liners, including Armenian 5754, Canada 5701, Anglian 3613, Sagamore 2280, Bostonian 5030, Oakmore 295, Roman 2848, Melrose 2599, Gloriana 1775 tons.
Havana undergoes rapid modernisation as American capital flows into the capital. Plans for a $10 million development include a $2 million Plant System hotel beside Hotel Inglaterra, a new Cuban American Bank with $600,000 New York backing, and a $1 million American Indies Company hotel. Arcades, apartment blocks, and upscale suburbs like Vedado and Buena Vista are also under prospect.
The Rev Dr Lyman Abbott delivers the second talk in a municipal series under the mayor's advisory committee in Bates Hall Old Public Library on Thursday evening His lecture titled Expansion Not Imperialism outlines his position on the Philippines question.
East Boston Whyo Fishing Club hosted its third annual ball at Lyceum Hall with about a thousand attendees. Notables from Noddle Island and guests from the Peddock's Island summer club house shared in the festive event, which featured flags, bunting, and attentive hosting by the club members.
A large Boston gathering celebrated with a grand march led by J W Gardner and Miss Josephine Walsh. Notable attendees included Hon P J Kennedy and Hon W J Donovan with extensive lists of local officials, social leaders, and guests. The event featured a concert, reception, and a late midnight repast served by MacMahon, marking a successful club ball.
The Entre Nous Club held its third annual ball at Paine Memorial Hall Appleton Street drawing over 1500 guests including Hon John Quinn Jr Councilman and James McDermott. Waverly Orchestra led by Thomas R O Connor performed before a grand march led by Edward J Cronin and Julia Cohen. An extensive corps of aides supervised by chiefs Patrick H Giblin Charles Murphy Thomas J Tynan and John J Leary ensured comfort. Intermission for supper occurred at midnight with the event ending at 2 am.
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