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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1897
Page
5
The secretary of state's despatch on the seal dispute provoked intense British reaction. The London press denounces U S methods and urges immediate action while Sherman defends his projections and calls for a conference of powers to preserve the Behring Sea fur seal.
In the Commons Mr. Balfour stated the government would not pursue prosecutions based on the South Africa committee report. Speaker Gully ruled on contumacy in Hawkesley’s case and Kirwood was summoned for contumacy, promising to answer. John Dillon denounced government actions as Irish members cheered.
Reports from New York say a woman matching Grace Stevenson was taken to Belle Vue Hospital under the name Edith L Hooper but the lead proves false. The Hooper case, details of the Dupont trial, and high speed tests of the Dupont class boats are discussed as authorities seek clarity.
The New England secretary of the American Missionary Association Rev. George H. Gutterson reports nine months of this fiscal year bringing in $97,158, up by $7,024 from last year. The low point occurred in 1894 9 with $7,865. Since then receipts have grown steadily.
The Senate spent over four hours in executive session trying to confirm M H McCord as Governor of Arizona. A 26 to 11 vote showed a lack of quorum by eight votes, ending the effort. The committee said its investigation was thorough and should clear McCord of character aspersions.
Senator Hansbrough of North Dakota and Miss Chapman of this city will marry in New York on August 2. He is a widower whose wife died more than two years ago, and the couple became acquainted about six weeks ago. The senator declined to be interviewed when asked about the publication.
Waterville Missouri July 1964 Kennebec Log Driving Company scouts options to repair flood wreckage from Madison to Waterville. All river booms swept away with six jams along the river, save Hollingsworth and Whitney at Fairfield bridge, at risk if water rises.
Bertha Rollins a six year old girl of Fred Rollins was badly burned when a matches sparked fire on her dress. She was taken to City Hospital for treatment after the accident in HARyLL.
Officer Blen of Station 1 Cambridge raided the kitchen barroom of Jose Galvan at 81 Boyleton Street yesterday afternoon and seized a pint of lager and sixteen gallons of cider.
The Dupont built by Herreshoffs made a six mile run at 31.7 knots in American waters before an accident halted the official speed trial. Condensers clogged yesterday. today engine damage is being assessed with repairs and tuning likely to take several days before a formal trial. Assistant Secretary Roosevelt may attend the rescheduled event.
The Rev. A T Peck of Denver Jestedly showcased a mustache at Royersford Pennsylvania camp meeting. A fellow attendee offered 3800 for the whisker but Peck sold it for 300 to aid Western the poor, wrapping the sale in paper.
In Wiscasset Maine on July 16 a cottage on Davis Island occupied by Professor Spiers and family burned overnight. The family escaped with only what they had on.
Reuben Reid a very old man in Plainfield New Jersey died today claiming to be 120 years old. He spoke of his experiences as a slave in Virginia which he says occurred about a century ago.
The Evangelistic Association of New England runs large gospel tents this summer in Cambridge on Howard Street and in Allston near Alliston Park. Opening services drew strong attendance and weeknight crowds remain lively. July 18 afternoon opening in Allston includes remarks by Rev C B Turner, Rev J A McElwain, Miss Elizabeth S Tobey, and soloist Florence Ives.
The wreck dashed ashore at the Point of Pines remains exposed after the recent storm. It offers a rare sight for children and the public, with several attractions planned. Low fares on the Revere Beach and Lynn railroad encourage daily trips to the seaside resort.
The Senate approves arrangements concerning the beaver offices of customs in the district of New York. Details forthcoming on the reform and oversight measures affecting port and federal revenue operations.
San Francisco reports gold fever after Klondike riches become public. J C Hestwood, with Alaska experience, recounted costs and methods for a Klondike outfit and described Dawson City districts, beds of pay dirt, and high prices for common goods as miners plan the voyage on the Portland to Seattle carrying gold dust.
Leonard S. Ballou of New York and Alexis M. Lay of Michigan sue on behalf of Eastern stockholders of Archer Consolidated Mines at Leadville. They name John F. Campion and Clinton Reed of the Ibex Mining Co and others, alleging falsified yield reports and theft of vast gold through the Little Johnny shaft. They seek accounting and a receiver for the properties.
In Austin on July 16 a freight train struck four white Fort Worth boys found asleep on the track, killing three instantly and injuring the fourth. A few hours later a baggage-handler named L. Cox of Waco was crushed when he fell after attempting to grab a brake-bar to steal a ride.
The House approved the Senate resolution directing war secretaries to issue 1000 tents for the Grand Army encampment, while debating armor plate pricing. The chamber backed the Senate amendment decrying a higher cap and moved to concur, with the bill sent to further conference by a vote of 142 to 45.
Washington July 16 The conference report on the deficiency appropriation bill is considered as the Senate opens. Hale says armor costs not in the report and Senate will not fund over 300 for armor. Morgan seeks info on Alfred O. Huguet arrest in Havana as test of war with Spain. Allen of Nebraska continues speech on sale of Union Pacific government interests.
The July 16 cabinet session extended longer than typical yet covered mainly routine matters. The Nicaragua Canal Commission was debated with a view to finalizing members as previously reported: Rear Admiral Walker Captain Carter of the engineer corps and Professor Haupt of Pennsylvania, if he accepts, with limited focus on international affairs.
In the Supreme Court Judge Barker heard F. Salvador of Cohasset seek a writ of habeas corpus to gain custody of his 2 year old son Matthew Salvador born November 1894 to Catherine Smith. The child had been with his grandmother after his mother left in 1896 and Salvador was appointed guardian in 1897. The court committed custody to Salvador amid a tense scene in the corridor as the grandmother handed over the child.
A person identified as B. H. Taintor of Lee drowned while bathing in the Manhan River in the afternoon. Carl Taintor and Stans were mentioned as local putatives.
At the Japanese legation in Washington no credence is given to a London rumor of a Spain Japan alliance. The State Department has no information of any pact. An attache noted Spain fears loss if Japan aids the Philippines and disputes any Cuba annexation plan.
John P Lovell of Boston suffered a paralysis at his summer home in Cottage City. Three physicians met to assess him and expressed cautious optimism for recovery. Colonel Benjamin S Lovell has stayed at his father's bedside since Thursday, easing tension for the family.
A wild afternoon rumor claimed foul play in the death of oyster man John P McLaughlin whose body was found on Bird's Island flats. Assistant Medical Examiner Stedman said no injuries suggested foul play and concluded it was an unmistakable drowning.
A Wednesday X ray shows a bullet lodged in the temple bone near Shaw's left eye after a self harm attempt in Somerville. The bullet cannot be felt, removal risks danger, and Shaw is not at risk of blindness. He is expected to appear at the police court within days.
The case of Fred Sackett a Revere police officer charged with assault and battery with a pistol was placed on file by District Attorney Stevens. Sackett shot Cornelius Phair on June 19 during an arrest attempt. Phair discharged Sackett was held for the grand jury which indicted him and a plea of nolo contendere was discussed amid local interest.
Fire Commissioner Henry S. Russell announced plans to buy another horseless engine. The Amoskeag Manufacturing Company of Manchester, New Hampshire will build it, and it should be ready in about four months. Location for installation has not yet been decided. The new engine will have the same dimensions and power as the first one recently put into service.
Fire alarm from Box 23 Brookline reported at 9 o clock indicated an incendiary blaze within a three story wooden house owned by J. J. McNamara and Son. The unoccupied structure suffered under 2000 dollars in damage while a neighboring house from the same owners burned three months earlier. Locals note the pattern may reflect debt settlement tensions on Corey Hill Mason terrace.
Schooner George K Dale from New York bound for St John New Brunswick with 360 tons of coal struck Shot Island six miles east of Libby Island in fog. The ship is breaking up and will be a total loss. Captain Barnes his wife and five crew narrowly escaped. Wreckage and cargo will be sold at auction.
A Sydney despatch reports Frank Butler the Australian bush murderer was executed yesterday after confessing to four murders.
The Queen writes from Windsor dated July 15 to Sir Matthew White Ridley praising the universal loyalty shown during her sixtieth year. She recalls her June 22 London progress and expresses deep gratitude for the world wide indulgence and acclamations, pledging to serve their welfare as long as she lives.
Late yesterday officers Cleary and Wolf arrested Abbie A May 47 of West Wilton N H on a charge from real estate dealer Benjamin D Washburn of 149 Congress street alleging she obtained 2274 by false representations on May 19. She owned West Wilton property and claimed Betty was worth about 4000 in improvements. Washburn’s agent found the property assessed only 2300. May denies wrongdoing and will contest the charge in court.
A Paris dispatch says Huck Mason, a desper ate convict, was shot and killed by Luke Connelly, a Louisville & Nashville watchman, after a duel in which ten shots were fired. Connelly, wounded but alive, returned fire. Mason died at the scene. Mason had been wanted on a murder charge.
Report reaches Washington that former President Cleveland will be formally tendered the office of president of the University of Virginia in November. The current chairman of the board has led the university.
The Boston and Maine railroad offers a special all day outing to Old Orchard on July 20 for 1.50. A special 8 a.m. train from Union Station will reach Old Orchard around 11 a.m. with a return at 4 45 p.m. The day features bathing fishing and racing at the Breeders Mile Track Association events. Tickets scarce and available only at city offices.
Clinton July 16 Harry Graham 22 a tailor and well known in town cut his throat in a morning crisis leaving two deep neck wounds with the razor by his side. Doctors Goodwin and Bowers rushed him to the hospital where his chances of recovery are slim. No motive given though friends suspect a temporary mental breakdown.
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