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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1896

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3

Boston Druggists Banquet Highlights and Elections

Governor Greenhalge and Mayor Quincy praised the Boston Druggists Association at the Parker House banquet. New officers were elected led by Ernest C. Marshall as president and Thomas L. Jenks as treasurer, with a wide list of committee members and distinguished guests from Col lector Winslow Warren to Mt Holyoke representatives. Discussions touched on pharmacy law, professional ethics, and the group’s role in city and state government.

Greenhalge Quinsey Boston Druggists’ Association Parker House Ernest C. Marshall Thomas L. Jenks James O. Jordan Harvey 8. Sears Charles A Quincy Boston Congressional Committee Merchants’ Municipal Committee Winston Warren O’callaghan South

Limerick Club Hosts Banquet At United States Hotel

A Limerick Club gathering last night featured Frank M. Higgins speaking on Maine history and the next president. Banjo and Mandolin Quartet performances drew applause as officers and many members from Portland and nearby towns attended the event and supper.

Limerick Club United States Maine Frank M. Higgins Limerick Reed Frank E. Hill State Board of Education Harold H. Burbank Saco S. K. Hamilton J. M. Hill Association Edwin C. Burbank Charles H. Bangs L. B. Gatcomb Kate Staples Dean Clara Smith Woodsome George P. Staples E. C. Burbank C. W. Boynton E. W. Boynton C. E. Boynton Samuel T. Burg John P. Burg J. Bradley M. P. Bangs John P. Bradbury Annie Smith Philbrick

Mt Holyoke Alumnae Receive Governors And Dignitaries

The Mt Holyoke Alumnae Association met at the Thorndike with about ninety members and guests. Governor Greenhalge and ex-Governor Claflin attended with wives and several officials. Brief remarks followed the evening meal from Governor Greenhalge Mrs Livermore Trustee Willotson Dr Dunning and others.

Mt. Holyoke

Universalists Social Union opens twelfth season at Quincy House

The Universalists Social Union held a social reception and business meeting at Quincy House to start its twelfth season. Officers elected include Rev Irving C Tomlinson as president and George E Littlefield as vice president with several secretaries and a treasurer. New members were admitted and reports showed growth and prosperity as attendees from local churches joined in the reception and dinner.

Universalists’ Social Union Quincy House Irving C. Tomlinson George E. Littlefield Addie R. P. Morse Lucy C. M. Card A. W. Strauss Florence E. Kelloch Every Day Church T. E. Johnson Columbus Avenue Church Ulysses Kerr Emily Louise McIntosh

Ladies Night at Boston Coal Club Banquet No Speeches

Last evening the Boston Coal Club held a reception banquet and dance at the Vendome with over 160 attendees. For the first time speeches were omitted in favor of a miscellaneous entertainment program after the menu, with H G Jordan as chair and Miss Gertrude Edmonds and Richard's Orchestra providing music.

Boston Coal Club H. G. Jordan C. O. Campbell J. F. Wellington B. F. Wilde Alderman Allen G F. Stebbins Gertrude Edmonds Black Diamond Glee Club Richard Jordan

Fifty Years of Work Anniversary in East Boston

The First Unitarian Society of East Boston marked its golden anniversary on Meridian Street reflecting fifty years since its 1845 founding. Prominent clergy and guests attended the celebration including Rev. M. J. Savage and Rev. Charles G. Ames, with historical addresses recalling ministerial tenures and church milestones.

Boston First Unitarian Society Meridian Street Joseph Wells M. J. Savage R Fisk E. A. Horton Charles G. Ames H. N. Brown George W. Stone G. M. Budge J. H. Allen E. W. Gardner George W. E. Barrows Bancor Frederick Woods Smith Baker Mr. Livermore Warren H. Cudworth Divinity School Union Circle Maverick and Bremen Streets Frank E. Sullivan Minot J. Savage

Lincoln School Class of 85 Dines at United States Hotel

Twenty members of the Lincoln School class of 85 dined at the United States Hotel. The Bunting Club held its monthly banquet at the Thorndike last evening with eighteen members dining.

Lincoln School United States Hotel Bunting Club Thorndike

Potter Palmer for U.S. Ambassador to Germany

In Chicago on January 2 a broad movement forms to back Potter Palmer as United States ambassador to Germany, succeeding the late Runyon. The campaign began yesterday and has grown significantly in support among prominent figures.

Chicago Potter Palmer United States Germany Runyon

Beecham’s Constipation Aid Brings 25 PercentBoost

Beecham promotes its constipation remedy by urging readers to buy the book at druggists and follow its guidance. The notice cites annual sales over 6 million bozem units and emphasizes a strong customer uptake.

Beecham

Mayor Quincy Leads Elegant Ball Procession at Odd Fellows Hall

The City Point Catholic Association ball drew Mayor Quincy to the front rank as guests from South Boston and Peninsula mingled. Notables including Rev. Robert J. Johnson and Rev. David J. Herlihy attended, while James A. Gallivan and M. J. Moore observed from the floor. The event featured a formal march, graceful dances, and a sizable turnout of local dignitaries and society figures.

Quincy Odd Fellows’ Hall City Point Catholic Association Association South Boston Thomas W. Flood P. F. Reddy Robert J. Johnson David J. Herlihy Gate of Heaven Church Sengor McMorrow Senate Capitol Hill James A. Gallivan M. J. Moore Joe Kelly Esquires Peninsula Mullen William A. Lynch Annie Slattery Mr. Quincy Lynch Flood Mr. Mullen Elizabeth Scanlon Charles Fas Slattery Mayor Quincy

Thirtieth annual St. Joseph’s Total Abstinence Ball at Berkeley Hall

Berkeley Hall hosted the thirtieth annual ball and reunion of the St. Joseph’s Total Abstinence Society. President T. F. Gargan led the grand march with Miss Annie Gargan, and numerous officers and aids assisted on the floor. A long list of dignitaries and attendees included Hon. Joan B. O’Brien Alderman William F. Donovan and many others.

Berkeley Hall St. Joseph’s P. Lane R. W. Burns George Wentworth R. A. Fitzpatrick James Donohue J. F. Dooly William H. Cuddy S. J. Moran James W. Gargan BE. E. Howard William Quinn Joan B. O’brien Owen A. Galvin William F. Donovan Matthew Dolan

Goodfellows Dance at First Grand Ball in Tremont Street

The James M. Coulter Assembly 172 of the Royal Society of Good Fellows held its first grand ball last evening at Kossuth Hall Tremont Street. Floor director James T. McKenny led the dancers with assistants George H. Cunningham James J. Shurety and a list of aides. Reception committee members included T. J. Kelly and Mrs. J. Regan among others. Notables present included John Taylor ruler of the Brookline assembly and W. H. Clements supreme deputy plus several officers and attendees.

James M. Coulter Royal Society of Good Fellows Kossuth Hall Tremont Street James T. McKenny Messrs George H. Cunningham James J. Shurety J. Tobbin P. Whalin R. Leonard D. Sullivan N. Garrity P. O’brian J. P. Kelly C. Gollinger J. Long E. D. Fuller C. Nangle P. Sheerin T. J. Kelly J. Regan J. H. Kenneally C. P. McKenney A. J. Leonard A. Boutelier John Taylor Brookline Assembly J. H. Chadwick W. H. Clements H. Appleton Thomas O’connell Lieutenant Pearson Frank Shannon Bowdoin Square Theatre M. Tosfrey J. J. Devaney Assembly M. E. Devaney John McKee Hattie Strong William Leyden McNally Nellie BE. Devaney Jennie Hablity Annie MccGiven Martha Fitzgerald

Pine Tree Club Dance at Mora Halls Brighton

The Brighton Allston Pine Tree Club held its third dance at Mora Halls Brighton with over fifty couples dancing until 2 am A supper followed at midnight in adjoining rooms Floor director Sumner F Starbird led the event with assistants and a full reception committee among the listed members and guests.

Brighton-Allston Pine Tree Club Mora Brighton Sumner F. Starbird Albert J. Haskell Almond J. Furbush William Akin F. F. Hall W. C. Jones F. H. Hilton W. R. Brown E. F. Perry W. H. Decrow F. W. Boynton E. J. Pierce A. J. Haskell A. E. Green A. J. Furbush Lowell Tingsay George Black George Derry F. Edgerley Charles White Charles Penton Fred Young Mary Holman Glendon Dyar Charles Jones Wild Woodman Balsor

Dr Bull's Gyrup Gains World Wide Fame

Clashing spellings and rumors aside, the text notes Dr Bull's gyrup has earned a global reputation for its healing appeal. No clear events or dates are provided in the readable fragment.

Dr. Bull Hssenas

Rumors of Big League Reorganizations Stir New York

Board of arbitration in New York hears rumors of major league reshuffles involving Cleveland, Detroit, St Louis, and the Van der Ahe interests. President Robinson allegedly plans to move franchises, swap teams, and graft a National League nucleus into Detroit, amid declining patronage in Cleveland and St Louis.

Board of Arbitration New York Robinson Cleveland Detroit St. Louis Chris van der Ahe Mound City von der Ahe

Yale Meeting on Hudson Race Attitude in New York

Yale undergraduate and alumni boating authorities plan a New York meeting tomorrow to decide Yale’s stance on entering the Hudson race. Prominent graduates Bob Cook and George Adee will attend along with President Di Sibour and Captain Treadway of the Yale navy.

New Haven Conn Yale New York Hudson Bob Cook George Adee di Sibour Captain Treadway Yale Navy

Prize Fights Moved to Morning at El Paso Carnival

In El Paso Texas January 28 1929 the carnival under Dan Stuart announces all prize fights will be held in the morning on their scheduled dates.

Dan Stuart EL Paso Texas

Boxing Gossip and Odds in Local Ring Debates

Boston boxing chatter discusses Montgomerys and Leahy weight disputes at 147 pounds, with bets, forfeit transfers, and offers involving Jimmy Leahy. It also covers Robert Allen chasing 124 125 pound matches, and other fighters like Dick Carter Brennan and Sears with upcoming bouts in New England. A.C. McKenzie signs off.

Bob Montgomery Professor Bob Monsieur Montgomery Jack Leahy Riverside Mr. Leahy Mr. Montgomery Leahy Montgomery Shylock Robert Jack Jimmy Leahy Robert Stonewall Allen New England Boston New York Allen Billy Lightfoot Virginia Dick Carter Dave Sullivan Phil Brennan Austin Kaveney Philip Spike Sullivan Dave Brennan Eddie Curry Brierly Jack Doyle Brooklyn Sammy Myers Kings County Athletic Club Washington Sears Mike A. C. M’kenzie

Irish Champion Tommy Conneff Aims Priesthood

The star distance runner Tommy Conneff plans to become a priest while continuing to compete. He trains for a ten mile championship at Madison Square Garden and will race England’s F E Bacon as his last active season peaks.

Bernard Weters Stephen Chase Frank Sheldon Charley Kilpatrick Tommy Conneff England Ireland F. E. Bacon Madison Square Garden Coneff Orton Jerry Delaney

Press Cycling Club Scorcher Dance in Boston Hall

The fifth annual Press Cycling Club dance drew about two hundred guests to Cotillon Hall Mechanics Building Boston. Germania Orchestra played as guests enjoyed a grand march led by C W Fourdrinier and Miss Margaret Manning. elaborate decor and a well organized program showcased the club’s efforts with a supper by Harvey Blunt during intermission.

The Press Cotillon Hall Mechanics Boston Germania Orchestra C. W. Fourdrinier Margaret V. Manning W. Demond A. H. Gaudelet Aids E H. Pinkham A. A. Knight J. E. Anderson B. W. Isfort W. S. Stokell W. O. Bullard L. Cates E. A. Reynolds W. E. Files B. Tishler J. K Clark H. K. Boutwell W. E. Traiser H. E. Walker A. J. Ochs C. H. Finley A. W. Pease F. A. Very F. H Annis A. Kh. Hayden J. Marden, Jr J. P. Walker A. O. McGarrett F. C. Higgins E. H. Pinkham Harvey Blunt

Notable Legal and Crime Notes Trimmed From City News

William Gambold sues the Pennsylvania Railroad Company and F H Darlington for 25000 damages over a malicious prosecution linked to the Railway Union troubles of 1844. Also reported are divorce rumorings, a check theft case, a murder confession arrest, a lynching after a train shooting, a canceled Yvette Guilbert engagement, large bank forgeries in Java, a forgery guilty plea by Paul Brigham, a Cook county bribery claim, and the National Board of Trade reelecting President Fraleigh at age 93.

William Gambold Pennsylvania Railroad Company F. H. Darlington Railway Union New York J. Coleman Drayton Belle Clinton Mary Rivers John Durege L. N. Mellville P. T. Rhodes Newville Alex Jones Elkhorn W. Va Mile Yvette Guilbert China Java Paul Brigham General Sessions Court Boston Payne Chicago Circuit Court Cook County National Board of Trade Washington, D. C Fraleigh

California Wines Offer at Blanchard & Farrar Dock Square

A brisk ad notes G1 wine sale in bulk at Pure California Wines two blocks from Dock Square. Four bottles assorted at 71, with Blanchard & Farrar at 14 to 17 Dock Square and a playful price tag.

California Blanchard & Farrar Dock Square

Champion runner Connett plans England Ireland tour and international challenge

Connett announces a spring schedule with May 30 Manhattan field games and a return to Holy Cross College after touring England and Ireland. He intends to race English crack Bacon and challenge the international winner if blocked by eligibility rules for American-born athletes.

Manhattan Field Ireland Tommy Irish Athletic Union America Old Country England Mitchell Sweeney New York Athletic Bacon Connett Holy Cross College

Community cyclists gather for club event and floral tribute

Members and guests including J. P. Clark J. C. Little and many couples attended a club gathering with floral decorations donated by L. J. & W. J. Doogue. Attendees included numerous civic figures, bicycle club representatives from Massachusetts Roxbury Taunton Haverhill Newburyport and many other clubs.

Coming Horse Show Plans At Mechanics Building

Dr. Thatcher Goddard heads the executive committee for the coming horse show with offices at 40 State Street Room 28 and Mr James T Hyde of New York directing the horses. The event uses both Mechanics Building halls with a ring occupying nearly the full main hall and about 100 boxes to be auctioned. Charlie Bates will bring a string of high steppers, a Madison Square Garden star attraction, and a striking racing plate poster featuring a rider and a gray horse will adorn Boston fences attracting poster collectors.

Thatcher Goddard State Street Goddard James T. Hyde New York Mechanics’ Building Charlie Bates Bates Madison Square Garden Boston

POLG Results From Local meets Across Cities

Ocean Spray-Winthrops hosted a meet with Beach Monts scoring 2 and Malden 1. Stoneham paired with Clinton while Stoneham handed Clinton a 9 to 1 win. New Bedford 7 defeated Pawtucket 3 in a separate pairing.

Ocean Spray Winthrops Beachmonts Stoneham Malden Clinton—Clinton Woburn New Bedford Pawtucket

Skating Carnival Set For February At Boston Ponds

On February 8 a skating carnival directed by Boston businessmen will be held at Spy Pond or Jamaica Pond. The program includes the New England championship three, five, and one mile races, a 880 yard backward race for boys, and a hurdle race. Top skaters from New England expected to attend with medals for winners. Entry fees are one dollar for the three championships and fifty cents for the other three events.

Bostcon Spy Jamaica Ponds New England The Boston Post Etry

Harvard and Brown Duel in Three Game Ice Polo Series

A two team ice polo series between Harvard and Brown is arranged with three games scheduled. The first meet occurs this afternoon at Roger Williams Park in Providence, with possible neutral ground play if needed. Brown fields an All-American level squad while Harvard also shows strength and anticipation for a tight contest.

Harvard Brown Providence Ca Uimiiuge Roger Williams Park Canada Goodridge Clarkson Clark Baldwin

Associate in commission business fair gains $3000 yearly

An associate in a commission business offers potential earnings of 3000 dollars a year with part payment on satisfaction. The notice lists Co operativa Business Chances at Room 11 224 Tremont.

Tremont At

Cycling politics and racing future council in New York

A fragmentary item notes letters and appointments, rider classifications, and potential shifts in bicycle racing governance. It mentions L A W debates on giving up control of racing, upcoming Cyclists Federation talks, and election ticket speculation with Willison and New Jersey figures. Illinois and Iowa oppose abandoning racing.

John Moakley New England Massachusetts L. A. W. Bulletin Good Readgg Magazine New York Metropolitan Association of Cycling Clubs Board of Aldermen Potter Cyclists’ Federation Lenox Lyceum Eddie Bald Pope Manufacturing Company National Assembly George Perkins Willison Robert Gentle New Jersey Illinois League Iowa

Bowling in Cycling Clubs Scores Noted in Weekend Meet

The Press Club ball interfered with bowling last night but enthusiasm remained strong. Shawmuts and Roslindales posted solid scores. Roxbury Wheelmen faced Charlestown club with high, season-better averages. Listed scores follow.

Shawmuts Roslindales Roxbury Wheelmen Charlestown

Interclub tournament match at Somerville ends with Centrals edging Jeffries Winter

The Jeffries Winter Club of East Boston and the Central Club of Somerville competed in an interclub event. Central totals reached 300 with Jeffries Winter at 138 in billiards. In pool, Jeffries Winter led 92 to 0? Centrals with Whittaker and others contributing.

Jeffries Winter Club East Boston Central Club Somerville Pilliards Wheaton Centrals Hargrave Jefries Richards Rollins Jeffries Pool Hall Steele Baily Whittaker Jeffries Winter

Salem Edges Fall River In High Tempo Basketball Game

The Salems defeated Fall River in a tightly contested match played at Salems arena. Highlights included Wiley and Maynard scoring in rapid succession while Heffernan made 25 saves, with Parson and Wiley leading the visitors in a fast first half before Salems pulled ahead in the final minute.

Salem Fall River Wiley Wooltke Williams Cscc Seccrceesees Cy Cotter Maynard Forbush S Sees Sequins Waka Ee H.b Everett Heffernan Curley Tush Big Wiley Ovaiey Bec Iaeia Wiey Parsons Ea Wiley Menard Marlons Balch Heffernan Currey Fouls Wootke O'Malley Timer— Flint

Local Sports Club Standings and Team Scores

Listings from multiple leagues show team numbers and scores such as Lexington Old Belfry Club 2618 and Massachusetts Cycle Club 2493. Brockton Commercial League reports Team No 5 2172 Team No 1 2126 Team No 8 297 Team No 2 2189. Other results include Lowell Vesners 267v Brockton Campellos 2477 Spofford Mitchells 2372 and Beverly Wisis 2467 Clevelands 2216.

Lexington Old Belfry Club Massachusetts Cycle Club Brockton Pickaninnies Stoughton Beverly—Wicis Clevelands Lynn Hendersons Keck, Mosser & Co Melrose Kernwoods Melrose Athletics

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Miss Irvine Dr. Boynton Mt. Holyoke College Mary Lyons Dr. Pearson Miss Watson Old Maine MT. Holyoke Alumna Governor Greenhalge John If Woodbury Winter St Woodbury Bozem Mayor City Point Goodfellows Pine Tree Club Rumer Will of the Press Cycling Club T. P. Conneff Margaret Manning E. F. Pinkham Rose Thorpe Alice Cleverly R. Eaton Hyde Baxter Courtney Moulton Johnson Misses Brown Misses Downs Ebensnow Annie Mulvey Sylvester F. M. Willis Mamie Casey Weeks Harmon W. W. Demond Alderman Bryant Bil’ Daly Gordon Suffolk Bicycle Club A. D. Peck J. C. Kerrison G. A. Perkins H. A Thomas William H. Pinkham Harris Tishler F. M. Stahl B. B. Plummer H. J. Alther Orlin Anderson GC. F. Billings Nat Butler J. H. Barney F. E. Bertram James Clark L. W. Crawford W. R P. Davis F. B. Emerson J. E. Eichler W. F. Files C. B. Fleming W. H. G'bson J. A. Crooodheart D. J. Greene J. Gourley A. K. Haydn F. E. House C. H. Haines F. H. Inman L. Jackson A. W. Kay W. O. King A. Longley A. W. Malcolm E. J. Norris C.C. Potter A. Tuver B. N. Robinson F. C. Schuchman BK. Skinner D. D. Storey A. W. Stowe J. Saville R. C. Stewart William S. Towne Co. Traiser J. BE. Towne W. L. Warren J. B. Walker Baker’s Kidney Baker Pill Co Bangor Druggists Roxbury A Bower Sneer Ware Carson Eooreesere Wall Serene En Nist Eae Feminons Vledgkins Eve Seee Perington - See Aee Flinn Peete Ee Ee Ee Seeeesseee Centrals Salmond Jackson Speers Brustow Poor Seereetee Hathaway SAIT Salems Fall Rivers We People
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