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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1895
Page
2
July 12 report describes a downtown fire caused by a gas stove explosion that destroyed two blocks, sparked a riot, and led to looting by thugs and gamblers. A Mexican man was shot amid the chaos, sheriff intervention followed, and losses were estimated around 40 000 dollars.
July reports describe extensive fires across the upper lower peninsula. Wallin in Benzie county and Cleary are said to be levelled. Dozens burned and missing. Trains blocked, telegraph lines down as Kindee and other towns face advancing flames. Fire has raged for two weeks with strong winds spreading devastation.
The New York, New Haven & Hartford railroad offers a limited set of one day trips from Boston to Nantucket, Cottage City, Newport, Narragansett Pier and more, at costs under half the regular rates. Tickets go on sale three days before each outing at No 3 Old State House Washington street. space is limited and no tickets will be sold on excursion mornings once capacity is reached.
Wilson Bros welcome display creates a striking red and white facade. A central monogram is flanked by bunting and large American flags on second story plate glass. Above the monogram the word Welcome appears in heroic type with festoons and streamers extending from roof to main entrance. Interior decor features streamers and mottoes. the display has drawn many compliments.
The American Wringer Company at 13 45 Broadway extension offers wringers, laundry supplies, spring beds and carpet sweepers. They repair all kinds of wringers and related goods. Orders by mail attended to. Telephone Tremont 764.
In East Boston Court the Brown Ross murder case over John Wills death on July Fourth continues. Five more government witnesses testify while the defense prepares. autopsy by Frank A. Harris shows a 32 caliber bullet causing internal hemorrhage with a shot fired from about ten inches away. Witnesses describe a crowd, Brown and Ross with pistols, and Ross firing into the crowd as Wills falls.
Dr. Lougest & Co advertise a 36 year practice guaranteeing cures for urethral discharges impotence seminal weakness gravel stricture nightly emissions kidney and bladder ailments and assorted nervous complaints. Free consultation daily 10 AM to 10 PM and treatment by correspondence with a mailed booklet to guide marriage sent for a 2 cent stamp from 313 Columbus Ave Boston.
on the Teutonic John Jacob Astor and Mrs J Coleman Drayton were among early boarders. Attorney Shipman said reports of a reconciliation plan with Mrs Pierpont Morgan are false. Mrs Drayton will likely travel to Aix Les Bains. divorce suits proceed in New Jersey courts. breach grows wider.
Fisk and Goff announce a one week sale at Thompson Willis and Newgent 22 Summer Street after purchasing Thompson Willis Newgent s entire fall and winter stock plus spring garments. The wholesale sale aims to reduce a vast inventory as the retiring firm dissolves its partnership and transfers remaining goods to Fisk and Goff 28 and 25 Boylston Street.
In Asbury Park on July 12 Bradley notes Jim Corbett wearing a bath robe copied from a Kapurthala rajah garment. The robe, worn over a bathing suit at the handball court and gym, promises a striking sight during his daily plunges.
The forty seventh anniversary reunion and dinner for the Massachusetts volunteers in Mexico will be held Friday July 19 at Nantasket Beach. Survivors are invited and a tribute will honor Harry McGlewen. The vacant chair will bear the old flag from 1846. All are asked to meet at Rowe's wharf at 10:16 a.m. for the steamer departure at 10:30.
Six government gunboats to be built under Congress authority, three single screw and three twin screw vessels, using steel framing and wooden hulls. Designs emphasize reduced docking costs and fuel, with detailed horsepower, boiler and coal data, sailing and motoring speeds, and cruising ranges.
A serialized list of individuals including Annie F Mason Jennie Ranson Mrs M Savage Charlotte A Hood Roland D Sawyer James W Barnes A E Slattenburg Martha P Simons Mrs H 8 Jameson Ss Armor R Goodel l Evalen Burrill Mrs C C Stratton M E Savage Cassius M Hall with addresses in Boston Maiden Somerville Hyde Park Dorchester and nearby towns. The entry enumerates contact locations such as 146 M Street South Boston Upham's Corner Dorchester and others.
The Orangemen of Boston and vicinity marked the Boyne anniversary with a parade and picnic at Highland Lake Grove. Over 2500 participants gathered from Copley Square, escorted by Deputy Superintendent Pierce and 165 patrolmen, with Pinkerton detectives on trains to Walpole. The day included athletic events won by Milligan and Kingston, with orderly return to Boston.
Scotia joined a procession watched by large crowds as onlookers lined streets and cheered. The event drew substantial public interest and showcased community participation.
Montreal July 12 local Orange lodges paraded through principal streets with banners flying this morning and then dispersed without incident.
Four thousand Orangemen in Philadelphia celebrate the Boyne battle anniversary with a daytime parade and accompanying picnic.
The East Boston Carnival Association feature committee explains excluding the Little Red Schoolhouse from the July 4 parade citing objectionable mottoes or placards that could disturb citizens. The letter, dated July 12 1896, defends the decision as the right move for the association and residents.
In New York on July 12 about 1400 Orangemen paraded from Madison Square to Harlem River Grove to celebrate the Battle of the Boyne. Inspector Cortright and 100 officers supervised the event with another 100 patrolling the march route. no disturbances occurred and only a small crowd followed.
The British government has granted permission for the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Boston to visit England in July and August of next year, with arms and equipment as a military body, per Ambassador Bayard.
In Police Court Alden D. Jacobs faced arraignment for felonious assault on Ethel May Hardy eight daughter of Mrs Julia A. Hardy a Campello widow. Jacobs pleaded guilty and was held in bonds of two thousand dollars for grand jury at the October term of the Superior Court.
Orange events in Toronto London and Ottawa drew thousands. In Toronto about 5000 Orangemen marched to Exhibitions Park for speeches and games. London reported the largest and best parade of the district. In Ottawa eastern Ontario observers saw heavy rain but the celebration proceeded with a meeting led by Clarke Wallace and Senator Clemow.
The Baltimore and Ohio railroad announces July 15 and 16 sale from Boston to Baltimore and Washington at about half rates. Tickets are valid for return until August 6. Tickets available at 211 Washington Street, Boston.
A diagram at Dan Stewart's office in Dallas shows an Octagon structure covering nearly four acres with seating for 51 612. The ring sits in the exact center and will be raised four feet above ground.
Ten local lodges of Orangemen paraded the principal streets of Pittsburg and Allegheny today. The procession was about one fourth its usual size, yet the crowd showed enthusiasm and there was no disturbance of any kind.
Halifax Nova Scotia July 12 Orange men parade for the first time in the city without disturbance. Fifteen hundred Orangemen from all parts for Nova Scotia joined the event in a orderly display reflecting the province wide solidarity.
Alexander McPherson known as the Lewiston Kid was found prowling crowds on the Common yesterday by headquarters inspectors and arrested. Police say he is known as a thief and will be charged with vagabondage.
Judge Stover ordered an attachment for 3078 against property allegedly held by Bob Fitzsimmons in Brooklyn, tied to the $10,000 stake money held by J. Dwyer. Fitzsimmons' counsel RE M Friend says the attachment will not stand. The case involves payment to the Metropolitan Job Printing Company for paper used in his show.
At the Soldiers Home Chelsea July U Joseph H Anthony 56. Ellen Bahe Charlestown July 11 27 years 8 months. Charles A Dickerman Cambridge July 11 63. Lillian Langdon New York City July 9 daughter of late Charles Langdon Gibson Interment Mt Auburn. Lucretia EL Jones in this city July 11 funeral July 14 at 2 o clock.
Sea Moss Farine offers a toothsome nutritious economical package that yields 16 quarts for various dessert dishes with receipts included. Available at all grocers.
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