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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1893

Page

6

Hoodlums roam Boston West End streets chasing reform

A Boston Post report chronicles rising assaults and nuisance from street gangs in the West End and downtown districts. It describes 15 to 20 year old hoodlums, daytime harassment near Cambridge and Green streets, pickpocket risks on Pitts and Howard streets, and calls for harsher sentences to deter crime while police concentrate efforts.

Boston Cushing West End Green Cambridge Stamford Haymarket Square Pitts Street

Fall River Herald in Borden interview dispute remains not a fake

The Fall River Herald faced criticism for a paragraph on the Borden case in a Mrs. Livermore interview with the Post on July 3. Livermore defended the Post reporter and denied intentional misrepresentation, saying the interview was not a fake, though the Herald claimed misattribution of its name. The exchange included apologies and assurances of accuracy, with Livermore noting caution during the talk and the Post reporter denying knowledge of Fall River papers.

Fall River Herald Mrs. Livermore Post Herald Borden Knowlton

Library committee elects new members and grants perpetual status

The General Theological Library committee met at 6 Mt. Vernon street with Mr. Joseph Comer presiding. They voted to elect Clement B. Houghton George F. Fabyan G. Howland Bhaw and Margaret Wade as annual corporate members and Rev. George R. W. Scott George W. Brooke and George H. Horr Jr as annual members. Baker Memorial Church of Dorchester was elected a perpetual member enabling its pastors to use the library and borrow books free of charge.

General Theological Library Mt. Vernon Street Joseph Comer Clement

Quaint Cape Cod and Its Summer Delights

New book issued by the passenger department of the Old Colony system of the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad. It provides information on Cape Cod localities and their summer attractions. Sent free on request with a 3 cent stamp to Aaron Passenger Part Box 43, ton, Mass.

Cape Cod Old Colony New York, New Fiaven and Hartford Railroad Aaron

Unsafe Bridges in Boston Need Immediate Replacement

City Engineer Jackson reports in his annual Boston streets and bridges assessment that many crossings are in poor condition with the Charles River bridge identified as the worst. The analysis cites rotten floor beams and foundations, worn rails, damaged bulkheads, misalignment, and a draw that interrupts traffic seventeen times in 1892. He urges a completely new structure to replace the aging bridge at once.

Jackson Boston Charles River

Four Men Escape Death at Fitchburg Crossing

Four men in a wagon were struck by a 5 am Boston train at the Dane Street crossing. The wagon and horse were demolished and all four were injured. The incident raised questions of negligent crossing management with gates up and no flagman. Authorities urged closer oversight of grade crossings on the line.

Fitchburg Dane Street Boston Fitchburg Railroad

Reckless Lad Killed in City Wagon Accident

Albert Erickson a 15 year old Roxbury youth died after being crushed by a moving Boston Ice Company wagon on Columbus avenue. He attempted to climb into the rear from the back and had his foot caught between spokes. the wheel passed over him. He died shortly after at City Hospital morgue. Erickson lived at 14 Thwing street Roxbury.

Columbus Avenue Albert Erickson Boston Ice Company Deing City Hospital Erickson Thwing Street Roxbury

Falls From Electrics Injure A Child And Man

At 4 35 yesterday afternoon on Washington near Waterford street Mary Webb a 6 year old fell from an electric car and was seriously injured. The girl was hurried away and hospital admission could not be learned. In Charlestown 29 year old Henry McCarthy fell from an outward bound Magoun square electric car in City square sustaining severe scalp wounds.

Washington Waterford Street Mary Webb Somerville Magoun Square City Square Charlestown Duff Station 15

Judge Curtis's Widow Dies in Geneva

Despatch from Geneva reports the sudden death of Mrs Mary Gardiner Curtis widow of Benjamin R Curtis associate justice of the Municipal Court. She was in Europe with her two daughters for health reasons and was daughter of Eben N Horsford of Cambridge.

Geneva Switzerland Mary Gardiner Curtis Benjamin R. Curtis Eben N. Horsford Cambridge Europe

Hamburg Health Warns of Heat Amid Good Sanitation

Official reports from Hamburg state sanitation remains good while heat in the city grows intense. Citizens urged to take precautions during the hot spell.

Hamburg

Baptist International Convention at Indianapolis Opens July 13

The great Baptist gathering begins July 13 in Indianapolis at Tomlinson Hall with delegates from around the world. Notable figures include Francis Wayland and Rev. Galusha Anderson. The chapel car Evangel, religion on wheels, will spark discussion and outreach in remote settlements and mining camps.

Great International Convention of Baptists Indianapolis Tomlinson Hall Indiana Francis Wayland LL. D American Baptist Education Society New Haven Connecticut American Social Science Association Galusha Anderson University of Chicago John D. Rockefeller Standard Oil G . Herrick St. James, Minn Wayland Hoyt First Baptist Church Minneapolis Northwest Colgate Hoyt James B. Colgate John B. Trevor Charles L. Colby EB. J. Barney Ear

Birth of Grover Cleveland’s Daughter in 1891

New York reports Mrs Grover Cleveland gave birth to a healthy girl soon after midnight. Dr J D Bryant attended at 54 West Thirty-sixth Street. Both mother and child are well. Congratulatory telegrams arrived from Don Dickinson W C Quin Detroit A Leo net Baltimore A J Drexel Philadelphia and Richard Watson Gilder Marion Mac. Various newspapers noted hopes and applause for the infant and family.

Post New. York Grover Cleveland J. D. Bryant West Thirty-sixth Street Marion Mac Atchison, Kan Atchison County the Post White House Frances Rip Henry Watterson Louisville Courier Journal Cleveland United States Evansville Courier Brooklyn Wagle Milwaukee Journal Washington Post

Moran Saves Oar Race Seaman Rescued After Harbor Spill

Oarsman Moran was saved after an accident during a two mile harbor race against Cornelius Buckley and Edward Moran. Moran ran afoul of a channel buoy and was swept by waves, nearly drowning until Dr. Pinkham revived him on Nahant road. He then was taken home.

Nahant Pinkham Moran

Admiral Wadelkolk Joins Revolutionaries at Rio Grande

Valparaiso reports a sharper turn in the Brazilian revolt as Admiral Wadelkolk aligns with the revolutionists. He has joined them off Rio Grande do Sul with a warship and prepares for an attack, signaling increased naval support for the insurgents.

Valparaiso Rio Grande Do Sul Brazil Wadelkolk

East Boston Prank Ends With Laughing Escort

Thomas Wall and John Doyle, well known in East Boston circles, planned to prank Jerry Murphy by arranging a fake arrest. A friend informed Murphy, who rushed to the station to bail them out, only to discover he had fallen for a joke. The trio returned to the corner to join the gang, sharing a hearty laugh.

Thomas F. Wall East Boston John Doyle Columbian Rowing Association Meridian Street Maverick Square Jerry Murphy Boston Messrs Wall Doyle Square Jerry Tom John Scott Messrs Wall

Ex Representative Hemenway funds Canton teachers World’s Fair trip

Augustus Hemenway of Canton invites twenty six Canton public school teachers to a ten days trip to the World’s Fair at his expense. The gesture aims to benefit both the teachers and the many students they influence. Hemenway, a retired farmer born in Isoston, is 40, long active in public service and education.

Augustus Hemenway Canton Hemenway Isoston

Body Identified in Craigie Bridge Tragedy

The drowned man found at Craigie’s bridge on July 5 has been identified as 50 year old William Jacobs of 8332 Ruggles Street Roxbury. A daughter confirmed the identity. Jacobs disappeared after a July 4 walk, suffered sunstroke in the past and may have died by suicide in a temporary mental lapse. A three link pin marked him as an Odd Fellow and that order planned his burial yesterday.

Craigie’s Bridge William Jacobs Ruggles Street Roxbury Jacobs

Sawyer and Son sell Hawes estate at auction

Charles W. Sawyer and Son sold by auction yesterday the Hawes estate on Revere Street Revere comprising dwelling stable and a large lot of land. W Wilbur acted as buyer for $6941.

Charles W. Sawyer & Son Hawes Revere Street Revere

Loan Bill Cut by Mayor Nets $1,135,400 From City Requests

Mayor Matthews returned the $3,649,500 loan bill to the Board of Aldermen with cuts totaling $1,135,400. He warned against excessive borrowing for ordinary improvements and urged restraint while approving essential schoolhouse repairs. The debate highlighted future needs including a new City Hall, elevated rails, subways, and park projects with hundreds of thousands allocated for machinery and parks.

Matthews Board of Aldermen Alderman Flood Mather Mead Street Cook Agassiz Bowditch Sudbury

Crowded North Shore Beach Scene Prominent On Holiday

The Point of Pines and Crescent Beach drew thousands for amusements and a Navy Brigade concert. Police cases arose involving visitors and locals, including fines for assault and drunkenness. Beachmont incidents featured a Boston-area dispute and several assaults, while Miss Carrie W Colburn impressed guests with her readings. New arrivals include Roxbury and Boston residents enjoying a seaside summer, and Rowen steamers boosting harbor travel amid ongoing municipal readings and funding notes.

Point of Pines Crescent Beach Naval Brigade Chelsea Matthew Cunningham Reynolds Brockton Driscoll Doris Young Thompson Hawkins Beachmont Boston A. Howard William Clark Clark Mr. Howard Carrie W. Colburn Beachmont Hotel M. Bunker Roxbury C. F. Willard Ira B. Shattuck A. E. Cunningham Maelden George E. Kimball Winthrop

Along the Water Front. Local Maritime News and Incidents

Edward E. Clark Marine Engine Co man in Chicago on business. Captain Creighton of the Susie M. Plummer acquitted after beating allegation by Johan Olsen. Young seaman Fred Holme drowned when barge sank at Old Harbor. Boston steamer signs and Salem Willows picnic with Philadelphia. Halifax immigrant case Bernard Garrett refused entry and returns to Halifax. Delia White added to return voyage list. Henry M. Whitney cargo of wool. Stew Reagan and a gold watch tale. Landman column.

E. S. Clark Edward 8. Clark Marine Engine Company Chicago James FE. Creighton Susie M. Plummer Johan Olsen United States Fiske Olsen Fred Holme Old Harbor Street Boston Holme Atlantic Avenue Boston Wharf Boston & Winthrop Steamboat Company Ebenezer and Zion A. M. E Calvary Baptist Churches Salem Willows Philadelphia Colcord Halifax Worcester Bernard Garrett Portland Delia White Bernard Henry M. Whitney New York Stew Reagan Captain Daly Harry

Samuel C Perkins Brockton musician dies at 69

Samuel C Perkins of Brockton died Sunday morning of heart failure in his 70th year. A teacher of bands and composer, he worked with Gilmore's Bond's and Flagg's bands in Boston and helped found the North Bridgewater Brass Band. He served in the Civil War with Colonel Webster's Twelfth Massachusetts Band and was active in New England music. He retired about ten years ago. Survived by three sons and two daughters.

Samuel C. Perkins Brockton Gilmore Bond Flagg Boston North Bridgewater Brass Band Martland Webster Massachusetts Regiment New England Masonic Order Grand Army

Resignation of Irvington Presbyterian rector Penman

The Rev. Dr. J. B. Penman, rector of the Presbyterian Church in Irvington New Jersey, has resigned his pastorship. Penman was among General Assembly commissioners at Washington and voted with the minority in favor of Pres. Bries. In a letter to his congregation he says he hoped the Assembly would declare progress in doctrine but that hope is dashed.

Irvington Penman Presbyterian Church Kae General Assembly Washington Pr. Bries

Eating in Chicago at the White City eateries

Special correspondent reports migrators to the White City can eat well and cheaply. The Philadelphia Cafe menu lists staple meals from 5 to 60 cents, with beer five cents a glass. The writer praises wholesome service, compares prices to Boston hotels, and notes an excursion company offering meals and rides for about 50 cents to a dollar per item, promising value and satisfaction for travelers from Boston.

Chicago Philadelphia Boston Benjamin Johnson Grocers

Martha's Vineyard Sumner Institute Opens Year

The Martha's Vineyard Sumner Institute starts its 16th five week session in Cottage City Mass with several hundred pupils. Secretary J W Dickinson of the Massachusetts State Board of Education among the instructors.

the Vineyard Cottage City Mass Martha’s Vineyard Sumner Institute J. W. Dickin Massachusetts State Board of Education

Paine's Furniture Reveals Rare Pieces For Sale

Paine's Furniture Company highlights rare and curious furniture shapes offered at attractive prices. The pieces are described as unique with strong sale appeal and able to elevate home interiors beyond commonplace looks.

Paine’s Furniture Company

Patrolman Brawley Found Guilty and Dismissed

Patrolman Edward M. W. Brawley was found guilty of intoxication by the Board of Police yesterday and, in a general order issued last night, was dismissed from the police force.

Edward M. W. Brawley Board of Police

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