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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 20, 1897

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Worcester's Rev Dr Conaty Installed Rector of Catholic University

In Washington on January 19 the Rev Dr Thomas J Conaty of Worcester Mass was installed as rector of the Catholic University of America in McMahon Hall. Cardinal Gibbons Archbishop Ryan and other prelates attended with a large audience including dignitaries from New York Brooklyn Worcester Springfield and Boston. The pontifical brief was read and Pope Leo's letter to Cardinal Gibbons was read approving the selection.

Washington Thomas J. Conaty Worcester Mass Catholic University of America McMahon Hall of Philosopy Carter Roach Smith D. I. Murphy Senor Andrade Senora Andrade Marquis Marquise de Chambrun Brooklyn Springfield John Byrne New York John D. Kelley John McGuire Port of New York Father Lavelle New York Cathedral Lloyd Bryce R. 8. Conaty Conaty K. C. Conaty Massachusetts Patrick Conaty Dr. Donaty Cardinal Gibbons Ryan Philadelphia Elder Cincinnati Prendergast Mgr Martinelli Donahue Wheeling Beaven John Farley Mer. Griffin Mgr. McMahon Catholic University Mer Maginnis Boston Divinity McMahon Hall Pope Leo James Cardinal Gibbons Baltimore

Forecast for New England Wednesday Warmer and Wind Shift

For New England on Wednesday the forecast calls for generally fair weather, a bit warmer, with westerly winds shifting to the south and east.

Washington New England

New Senators Listed After State Legislatures Vote

Delaware legislators split on United States Senate choice with Richard R. Kenney winning the Senate and J Edward Addicks backed by the rump House. In joint session tomorrow both chambers will decide, while Kenney aligns with free silver policy.

United States New York Thomas C. Platt Delaware R. R. Kenney J. Edward Addicks Indiana G. W. Fairbanks Connecticut O. H. Platt Arkeansas J. K. Jones

Senate Vote Totals for U S Senator Lead to Platt Edge

Albany report shows United States Senator tally in the assembly today with Thomas C. Platt at 112 and David B. Hill at 31 plus 2 for Henry George. Brooklyn delegates Cain and Zurn backed George. Joint ballot expected noon tomorrow with Platt 147 Hill 42 George 4. Senate result: Platt 3 Hill 11 George 2.

Albany N. Y Assembly United States Platt Hill Henry George Cain and Zurn Brooklyn George Senate Thomas C. Platt David B. Hill

Fairbanks Elected U S Senator by Indiana Legislature

In Indianapolis on January 19 Charles W. Fairbanks was chosen United States Senator by both House and Senate. Democrats nominated Voorhees and Populists Templeton, Republicans backed Fairbanks who led the ballot. A joint session tomorrow at 10 a m will conduct another vote as the final step in Fairbanks’s election.

Indianapolis Ind House Senate Charles W. Fairbanks United States D. W. Voorhees Leroy Templeton Fairbanks Voorhees Templeton Tomrrow

Platt Routed Sargent for U S Senator Seat

In Hartford on January 19 both chambers chose Orville H. Platt of Meriden to be United States Senator for a six year term beginning March 4 1897. Senate vote was 24 to none and the House tally 196 to 24 for Joseph B Sargent of New Haven.

Hartford Conn General Assembly Orville H. Platt Meriden United States Senate House Joseph B. Sargent New Haven

Jones Re-elected Senator by Overwhelming Majority

In Little Rock on January 19 the Senate and House voted for United States Senator with James K. Jones re-elected by a large margin. Populists backed J. R. Sovereign and Republicans backed General Powell Clayton. The joint session reconvenes at noon tomorrow.

Little Rock Senate House United States James K. Jones J. R. Sovereign Powell Clayton

Harrisburg Senate Vote Totals Reported

The House cast 168 for Penrose 33 for Black and 1 for Wanamaker Wanamaker backed by Moore of Chester Moore also supported Wanamaker in the final Senate tally Penrose 42 votes Black 4 votes in the Senate Wanamaker's position noted with party alignment and local support.

Harrisburg Penn House Penrose Black Wanamaker Moore Chester

Gallinger Re elected U S Senator in New Hampshire

Concord January 19 The Hon Jacob H Gallinger United States Senator from New Hampshire was today elected by the General Court to succeed himself Hosea W Parker of Claremont received party support for the nomination.

Concord N. H Jacob H. Gallinger United States New Hampshire General Court of Hosea W. Parker Claremont

West Goes Back in Missouri Senator Ballot

In Jefferson City on January 19 both Missouri houses voted separately for United States Senator. The House tally lists West 8, Kerens 4, Jones 4 in the West district. The Senate vote shows West 19, Kerens 14. Tomorrow both chambers will confer in a joint session.

Jefferson City House West Kerens Jones Senate

Pritchard Wins Ballot For Senator In Raleigh

Raleigh N C January 19 The ballot for Senator today shows Pritchard Rep 24 Thompson Pop 18 Daughton Dem 7 in the Senate and Pritchard 62 Thompson 24 Daughton 27 in the House with totals Pritchard 8 Thompson 42 Daughton 34 Pritchard holds a majority in both branches of the Legislature with a 170 member body.

Raleigh N. C Senate Pritchard Thompson Daughton House

Mason Nominated for U S Senator as Lorimer Withdraws

At the Cook county Republican caucus in Springfield Illinois on January 19 Lorimer withdrew from the race to back William E Mason of Chicago who was nominated for United States Senator in the full caucus.

Springfield Cook County Lorimer Mason United States William E. Mason Chicago

Colonel Pope Among Inventor Leaders At Meeting

At the sixth annual meeting of the American Association of Inventors and Manufacturers in Washington January 19, E. H. Richards was elected president George C Maynard secretary treasurer and Colonel Albert A Pope of Boston named to the executive committee set to guide the group in Hartford Connecticut and Washington details.

Wasitington American Association of Inventors and Manufacturers E. H. Richards Hartford Conn George C. Maynard Washington Albert A. Pope Boston

Three Watertown incendiaries arrested for arson spree

Three men from Watertown were arrested after confessing to initiating a series of fires since July in Watertown East Watertown and Mount Auburn. Patrick E. Clark a regular fireman Doyle and Glynn confessed to setting sheds on Coolidge Carroll and other properties, with one incident injuring a fireman and a tramp barely escaping a blaze.

Watertown East Watertown Mount Auburn Patrick E. Clark John Doyle John Glynn Clark Hose Company 2 Doyle Glynn Coe Mt. Auburn Cambridge Frank Dodge Snow H. H. Philbrook Watertown Fire Department Stone Coolidge Shaw Carroll Jack Glynn Jack Doyle Frank Coolidge Reynolds Carriage Repository Wheelwright F. W. Rodgers Charles Reade John H. White Fire Department of H. R. Hennesey Powers John Carro Carro Post New York

Selfahi Medium Weight Ulster Closeout Offer

Ulster overcoats in Scotch fabric blend light weight with warmth and comfort. Regularly sold for twenty-five thirty and thirty-five dollars, only sizes up to 40 remain. The line is discontinued and the stock is being cleared at a quick sale.

Ulster

Williams Inquiry on Manufacturer Etiquette Labeling

Inquiries addressed to Mr Edward Williams regarding our policy that all goods bear the full company name and designation on the product etiquettes as printed. This statement outlines the branding requirement for all manufactured items.

N. B

Atlas Steamer Alvena Sunk After Harbor Collision

The Atlas line steamer Alvena, bound for Haytien ports, was struck by the British Queen in New York Harbor near Sandy Hook. The hull was stove in and the ship sank to the bar in twenty feet of water, with cargo valued around 100 000 dollars likely lost. The British Queen sustained minor damage and remained in the area as wreckage and salvage attempts continued. An official inquiry will determine responsibility.

New York Atlas Line Alvena Querantine Haytien Sandy Hook Smith Antwerp Channel Atlas Ailsa la Bourgogne

John L Sullivan at Dunning polo benefit ill with tonsillitis

John L Sullivan of New Bedford attending the Dunning polo benefit is confined indoors for three days due to tonsillitis. His condition worsened tonight prompting a second physician to be called. Doctors remain hopeful for recovery.

New Bedford Jan John L. Sullivan

Angier's Petroleum Emulsion Promises Lung Relief

An advertisement touts Angier's Petroleum Emulsion as a tasteless oil that soothes throat and lung ailments while supporting digestion. It claims antiseptic effects on stomach and bowels, improves appetite, and enriches the blood. The copy argues cod liver oil and other remedies weaken digestion.

Angier

Weather Readies for Colder Temps and Snow Threat

The Weather Bureau warns of a sharpening cold spell with a potential snow storm approaching from the Northwest. Forecasters note record cold elsewhere in the Northeast while Maine and Ontario report deep freezes. Boston faces its coldest January reading yet as mercury plummets toward freezing or below.

Weather Bureau Santa Claus Great Northwest Mr. Mercury Boston Maine North Portland Montreal White River Ontario

Record Low Temperatures Hit New England Regions

The report notes extreme cold across New England towns with Lancaster New Hampshire at 16 below, Jefferson 24 below, Whitefield 18 below, Groveton 2% below, and Calais Maine at 20 below. No snow and lumber operations halted amid a 60 degree drop in 18 hours.

Lancaster N. H Jefferson Whitefield Groveton Calais

Sharp at Nantucket

Nantucket residents report yesterday and today’s northwest gale prevents the steamer Nantucket from trips. Life saving patrol battles the cold night. A Tuckernuck native in a dory brings news of a party from Boston gun Club including Phinney Barta Olmsteller Rock and Macy safety and success in shooting.

Nantucket Tuckernuck Boston Phinney Barta Olmsteller Rock and Macy

Staffa total wrecked off Cape Henry with cargo worth 120000

The steamer Staffa, en route from New Orleans to Lynn via Newport News with a corn cargo, stranded near Cape Henry on Saturday and is a total loss. Vessel and car load valued at 120000.

Norfolk Staffa New Orleans Lynn Newport News Cape Henry

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Winthrop Square Carr’s Meltons Schnabel Patent Winthrop Sq DR. Conaty The Rueter & Company Highland Spring Brewery Tapster Washington ST Ellsworth’s Matra C.E. Davis Mig Pres Optician Park Square Tremont Addicks Dover Del Richard R. Kenney Kenney Dupont United States Senate Senator Platt Pennsylvania Gallinger Illinois Colonel Pope Selfahi Edward Williams I OF Poston New York Harbor John L. Worse Paine Furniture CO Canal Street
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