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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1898
Page
2
The article extols Prof Munyon’s remedies as a personal and public defense against disease. It praises his cures placed in druggists and medical institutes, claims success in a catarrh case, and promises free expert services and life saving potential for all illnesses.
The Senate passed a bill for the twelfth census after three days of debate. If enacted, a census director an assistant director and five expert statisticians would be appointed to begin preliminary arrangements. A Civil Service examination provision failed 18 to 31. a two thirds party rule for supervisors and enumerators was added.
Washington June 8 The President sent nominations to the Senate naming Charles P Mattocks of Maine and Mark W Sheafe of South Dakota as brigadier generals Daniel M White of New Hampshire as inspector general with rank of major William H Devine of Massachusetts as brigade surgeon with rank of major and William Devine of Massachusetts withdrawn Winslow S Lincoln of Massachusetts to be captain Tenth Regiment U S V Arthur Royal Joyce of Connecticut to be first lieutenant
The quartermaster's department awarded Bierman Heidelberg & Co 24 000 brown canvas infantry coats 20 artillery and 4000 cavalry coats at 2 each and 24 000 infantry trousers at 62 each. C Kenyon secured the drill suit contract. Additional orders include 10 000 infantry coats at 2.28 each and 10 000 trousers at noted cents each with deliveries to commence soon.
Camp Alger Va June 8 Special to the Post describes Ninth Massachusetts Thirty third Michigan and Third Virginia drills and discipline under General Graham. Major Emory McMichael and Major Grady lead instructions while a desertion clause weighs on soldiers. A new Adjutant General and battlefield hospital rules are noted along with a money order office and a flag ceremony pending. A fifth death from pneumonia at Fort Myer is reported for Private W R Bailey of Second Tennessee.
The House discussed a bill allowing participation of volunteer soldiers in confessional elections. Adjournment followed pending disposal, with the bill to be taken up again tomorrow. The session opened and closed amid Hawaiian incidents tied to anxieties over early action and potential delay or defeat of annexation resolutions.
The national relief commission received new subscriptions today from Elkins & Widener for 1000 dollars Drexel & Co for 1000 dollars and Helen M Gould for 100 dollars. The fund total rises to 5376 dollars.
Special despatch reports Major Slocum inspecting the Eighth Regiment at Chickamauga Park Georgia at 7 30 and taking until 10 30 for Company F to be dismissed. Rifles and equipment praised while punishments from prior inspection linger. Drills shifted to brigade skirmish and sham battle with hot weather and steady improvement in health and morale.
A meeting to plan an entertainment for the benefit of Company E Montgomery Light Guards will be held at St James Hall 18 Kneeland street on Friday evening June 10 at 8 pm. The Bos ton South End unit seeks support as East Boston Charlestown and other districts are cared for elsewhere.
The President has ordered Admiral Sampson to file a detailed report on Lieutenant Hobson and the Merrimac crew at Santiago. A Congressional message will follow praising Hobson and his men, with a likely vote of thanks and possible medals and promotions for the little band.
The Sacred Heart Church East Cambridge marked the twenty fifth anniversary with a banquet at Institute Hall drawing nearly 500 attendees. Mayor Sortwell spoke on The City of Cambridge while letters from Park Commissioner Richardson Archbish Williams and General Bancroft were read. Speakers included Joseph J Kelley Representative John H Pence and John W Coveney with musical renditions by Miss Mary A Quinn Miss Lena McCarron and Thomas O Keefe.
Madrid correspondent of the Daily News says the Queen Regent is said to be in ill health. She seldom appears publicly and is driven daily in the wilderness behind the palace.
A Lebanon Colorado woman describes using a free sample of Golden Specific to secretly dose her drunken husband. She details gradual changes, a repaired home, and a hope that other women will seek the same cure by requesting a free trial from Dr J W Haines in Cincinnati.
The cruiser San Francisco repeatedly leaves Provincetown for Charlestown Naval Yard to land three injured sailors and a marine after a deadly accident in which one man died. Officials and crew complain of overwork and harsh discipline, while repairs begin on East Boston ferryboat for harbor defense and the Katahdin nears readiness for coast patrol. Roxbury commemorates historic war ties as the city pledges vigilance for Spain era threats.
Manila reports show Aguinaldo's insurgents stirring the country and cutting telegraph lines and railways. Cavite rebels occupy towns while Manila fears land and sea attack as Spanish lines contend with widespread desertions and low native support. Brigades consider sending 6000 troops, yet officials doubt any force can prevail without native backing.
Madrid reports the war minister General Correa informed Premier Sagasta of a communication from the Philippines regarding General Agus and the governor general, signaling potential changes in colonial administration.
Governor Holcomb received word from Washington that orders will mobilize Lincoln based Third Nebraska Regiment under Colonel Bryan. Bryan protests to friends in Washington amid moves to send him to the Philippines.
Advices from Nagasaki report the German first class cruiser Augusta has departed for Manila. Also notes repair services for wringers and sweepers offered by the American Wringer Company including pickup and delivery at no extra charge.
Thousands filled Roxbury Crossing last night for a dual flag raising by citizens and Roxbury post office letter carriers. Col Henry A. Thomas and J B Walker led ceremonies with cannons and fireworks, praising wartime gains and unity as crowds heard speeches from local leaders at Conant Hall.
The Hon. Elijah A Morse is mourned in Canton as funeral rites were held after his death. A town hall viewing drew hundreds. Revere Post guards of honor and flags at half staff marked the day. Private services were led by Rev. Mark B. Taylor. public service by Rev. M Angelo Dougherty and Rev. Perley B. Davis.
Alpheus Augustus Hanscom former owner of the Manchester Union died at his home in Manchester New Hampshire at age 80 He was a journalist of the old school who began in a printing office and mastered every branch of the profession He was the oldest member of Saco Lodges of Odd Fellows in Saco Maine.
Frederick J. Johnson 30 of 356 Chelsea street was charged with breaking and entering the daytime burglary of Patrick Dolan 158 Bennington street on Jan 5 and stealing property valued at 33 dollars.
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