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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1903

Page

6

Wall Street Slumps as Amalgamated Copper Leads Break

A broad market decline hits Wall Street with Amalgamated Copper tumbling sharply along with United States Realty, Colorado Fuel, and Tennessee Coal. Weakness fueled by crop reports cotton speculation and a Norcross Bros. failure scares investors. Boston coppers see heavy selling while margins may trigger further losses. analysts warn against assuming a prolonged copper swoon.

Wall Street Boston Amalgamated Copper United States Realty Colorado Fuel Tennessee Coal Rock Island Norcross Bros Liverpool United States Southern Pacific New York

Railroad Sale for Old Home Week at Marshfield Hills

The New York, New Haven & Hartford railroad offers reduced round-trip tickets from Boston and nearby towns for Old Home Week, valid July 2 and returning July 25 or 27. Also notes ex-dividend and rights. lists totals for listed stocks 25,517 shares bonds 53,010. rights 80,998. unlisted stocks 20,732 shares bonds 1,000.

Marshfield Hills New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad Boston Hingham Kingston Braintree Cohasset Plymouth

Bulls Advance July Cotton

New York July cotton posted a net gain but midday firmness faded into afternoon declines. Selling intensified as stops were hit, with the last half hour marking session lows before a late recovery of 2 to 6 points. The final quote for July was 18.40 with a bid of 18.80, the only month to show a net gain.

State Street Boston Amalgamated New York Calumet & Hecla Centennial Copper Range Mohawk Osceola Quincy Tamarack Trimountain Utah Standard Oil Rogers American Telephone Central Oil Massachusetts Gas Common United Fruit Michigan Mass Corbett’s Herald Company Providence R. I Heath

Brown Riley sued over $100000 debts in brokerage failure

Papers served against J Francis Brown Albert L Brown and William J Riley preparatory to suits to recover about $100000 for Corey Milliken and other creditors of J Francis Brown Co stock brokerage which recently failed. Sherman L Whipple is counsel. A creditors meeting at 401 Sears building will hear a report on the firm’s affairs and reimbursement prospects.

J. Francis Brown Albert L. Brown William J. Riley Corey, Milliken & Co J. Francis Brown & Co Sherman L. Whipple Brown, Riley & Co Congress Street Messrs. Brown and Riley George L.huntress Sears

President Barrett seeks action on Miller case in Washington

Washington July 23 President Barrett of the Bookbinders Union presented affidavits to Secretary Cortelyou and Public Printer Palmer regarding W A Miller reinstated by the President. The affidavits address union expulsion charges and Miller actions as assistant foreman. Barrett said no union committee will go to Oyster Bay unless the President requires it. Cortelyou’s decision awaited in a few days.

Washington Barrett Bookbinders’ Union Cortelyou Palmer W. A. Miller Government Printing Office Miller Oyster Bay

Reliance Beats Columbia in 131-2 Mile Newport Race

In a Newport special cup race Reliance trounced Columbia by about five minutes on an 8 mile course with most windward work. The 90 footers led by Morgan and Barr faced rough seas off Point Judith, as Reliance overtook and crossed ahead, claiming a decisive victory.

Newport R. I Reliance Columbia Constitution Bristol Mr. Belmont New York Yacht Club John Jacob Astor Astor Nourmahal Block Island Gay Head Yawl Vigilant Neola Weetamoe Senta Effort Aspirant Isolde Elmina Ingomar Ariel Mr. Morgan Barr Narragansett Point Judith Vigilant Shamrock II Shamrock I Sandy Hook Challenger Shamrock III Bevis Wringe

Shamrock I Wins Debut Against New Challenger

In Atlantic Highlands New Jersey on July 3 a racing event saw Shamrock I secure her first victory over a fresh challenger amid a gusty wind and a fortunate break. The outcome highlighted racing conditions as a key factor in the result.

Shamrock I

English Tennis Stars Arrive in Boston for International Trials

English lawn tennis figures Captain W. H. Colling, H. L. Doherty, R. F. Doherty, and Harold S. Mahoney landed from New York at Boston’s Somerset hotel and practiced at Longwood amid light rain. Colling voiced confidence in facing strong American players, with the Dohertys competing in doubles and singles and Mahoney on standby.

Boston New York W. H. Colling English Lawn Tennis Association H.L. Doherty British Empire R. F. Doherty United States Harold S. Mahoney Somerset Longwood Grounds Dohertys Mahoney Doherty Brothers Collins Post America Longwood

Lawson Offers Six Cups for Hull Bay Regatta

The Boston Yacht Club regatta committee releases a midsummer series in Hull Bay next week starting at 2 15 PM each day. Thomas W Lawson awards six cups for first and second in three races across the restricted 2 1 2 and 22 foot classes and the 18 foot knockabouts. Cups will be displayed at Shreve Crump & Low on Tremont and Winter streets with entries for other classes to Foster Hooper at 5 Rowe's Wharf.

Boston Yacht Club Hull Bay Thomas W. Lawson Shreve Crump & Low Tremont Winter Streets Hull Foster Hooper Rowe's Wharf

Land Bill Gains First Reading in Lords

London July 23 The Irish land bill passed its first reading in the House of Lords today. The second reading was fixed for Aug. 3.

House OF Lords London

Cracknell Wins Press Golf Club Championship Title

Ralph Cracknell, golf editor of the Globe, captured the championship trophy at the Press Golf Club of New England event held at Allston Golf Club. Don T. OConnell of the Post won the consolation 36-hole contest 7 up 5 to go. Cracked matches, rain heavy greens hindered play in the final and semi finals.

The Press Golf Club New England Allston Golf Club Ralph Cracknell Globe Don T. O'Connell Post John S. Taylor J. E. Kellogg Fitchburg Sentinel James E. O'Connell Kellogg Cracknell Taylor

Knights of Columbus Athleti Meet at Medford Park

Boston Chapter Knights of Columbus hosts an amateur athletic meet at Combination Park in Medford on August 8 under N E A A A U sanction open to all registered amateurs. Events include sprint, distance races, jumps, with prizes of watches and cups. Entry fee 2 cents per event. entries via Peter F. Kelley Evening News by August 3.

Boston Knights of Columbus Combination Park Medford Peter F. Kelley Evening News

St Anthony's Field Day at Barry's Corner

Arrangements are complete for St. Anthony's Church annual field day in Allston tomorrow at Barry's Corner. Rev. Father Kelcher leads with a broad programme of sports games and amusements for all ages. Tom Burke and Ellery Clark serve as officials. Allston and Brighton renew their baseball rivalry and an Irish football match features Garryowens versus Shamrocks.

St. Anthony's Church Allston Barry's Corner Father Kelcher Tom Burke Ellery Clark Brighton Garryowens Shamrocks

Property for Playground on Marcella Street Taken by Eminent Domain

The Marcella Street property has been taken by eminent domain by park commissioners to convert the site into a playground. Brick buildings on the lot will be demolished for material. Without this action the city would have sold the land at public auction, likely for less than the assessed price of 20 cents per square foot. portions have been used by the Election Board for booth storage.

Marcella Street Park Commissioners Street Commissioners Election Board

Wade to Relieve General Davis in Philippines Command

Acting Adjutant General informs Major General James F Wade will relieve Major General George W Davis of the Philippines division on Saturday morning. Davis will be placed on the retired list that same day.

Old Home Day Picnic At Centennial Grove Essex

About 2000 St Mary’s parishioners attended the Old Home Day at Centennial Grove in Essex yesterday. Special trains ran from North station at 9 AM and 1 PM to carry picnickers to the grove. Afternoon sports were held though rain interrupted events. festivities ended at 6 PM with a special train returning picnickers to Boston.

St. Mary’s Centennial Grove Essex Grove Boston

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