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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1901

Page

10

Fire follow lamp explosion in Brighton two-alarm blaze

A kerosene lamp exploded in Bernardo Lopez’s fruit store at 20 Washington Street causing a two alarm fire that damaged the one story building and nearby shops. The blast scattered glass and fruit, Lopez received head and hand burns and was restrained by Officer Murphy as firefighters fought the flames. The loss included four occupants with only Blumenthal insured. most losses were uninsured and the building suffered extensive damage.

Brighton Washington Street Bernardo Lopez Lopez Lopes Sergeant Murphy Station 14 Mj. Ion Natenea A Henry Klein J. G. Keily H. L. Blumenthal Blumenthal

City Board Delays Major Loan Bills Amid Debate

The Board of Aldermen deferred action on two large loan bills, one for 4 260 300 and the other for 2 310 300, after heated discussion. Alderman Norris opposed the bills, while Tinkham offered a substitute with items including a bath department station and playgrounds. The panel also considered salaries for department heads, fire station site concerns, and road widening costs.

Committee On Finance Aldermannkham Board of Aldermen Alderman Norris Tinkham Boston Conress Street Lomasney Norris Finance Committee Gerry Dyar Berwin Jordan Miller Stewart Bowen Doyle Kelly Norton O’brien Emerson School Board of Street Commissioners Dorchester Avenue West Seventh Street Fort Point Channel Trustees For Children

Death of the Rev. Charles Smith

Obituary note reports the death of Rev. Charles Smith a Bangor Theological Seminary graduate and pastor long associated with Beach, Fees home red Congregations. Details of his career and origin appear in the fragmentary obituary.

Charles Smith Beach Bangor Or Theological Seminary

Board approves measure for two thirds vote and committee referral

The proposal takes effect upon acceptance by a two thirds board vote and was sent to the committee on public improvements. Alderman Jordan filed a minority report on the House of Correction investigation. The majority fault is countered by Jordan who praises management and Master Whiton. Both reports were assigned for one week.

Committee On Public Improvements Jordan House of Correction Whiton

Beachmont Republican Club Banquet Attracts Over 200

Beachmont Republican Club last night hosted a banquet at the club house with more than 200 Republicans in attendance from the town and nearby areas. Toastmaster Benjamin F. DeButts welcomed guests as they assembled for an informal reception followed by dinner. Prominent attendees included Ernest W. Roberts Senator Ward Howland Hon. D Allen Albert T. Blair A W Cobb Harry W. James Samuel R. Cutler Alfred S. Hall Michael Sullivan Janvrin Levi Gould and others.

Beachmont D. Allen Albert TL. Blair A. W. Cobb Harry W. James Chelsea Board of Aldermen Samuel R. Cutler Alfreds. Hall Pp Blican Town Committee Michael Sullivan Janvrin Levi Gould Melrose

Won Championship of Great Lakes by Grand Race

The Erie and Tashmoo boats competed for the passenger trade with Erie at 324 feet length and 78 feet beam versus Tashmoo at 320 feet by 70 feet. Erie powers twice Tashmoo, Tashmoo draws less water, and the race reportedly involved over 100000 dollars in betting despite even stakes.

Erie Penn Great Lakes Cleveland

McKinley in Grave Condition. Bulletin Generally Unchanged

Washington reports President McKinley shown grave with little change in condition. Dr Rixey explains no more than daily consultations unless condition worsens and forenoon bulletin to be issued. White House doors closed earlier for personal friends. visitors note slender hope despite some optimism.

Washington

Milton's Comus Given in Goddard Gymnasium

Last evening Comus a masque by John Milton was presented before a large audience in Goddard gymnasium. Notable attendees included Admiral Sampson and students from Harvard Technology Wellesley and other colleges. The production followed the 1634 original closely with Story of Boston scenery and Anson Fitus costumes depicting Puritan times. The music under Professor's Pwis featured authentic original pieces including Orlando Gibbons prelude.

Comus John ‘ Milton Goddard Admiral Sampson Harvard Technology Wellesley Anson Fitus Procesor Pwis

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