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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1899
Page
6
Describes a Back Bay police squad guarding deserted mansions as wealthy Bostonians flee to sea and mountains. Deputy Pierce and Captain Wyman face a mishap that teaches caution. The tone recalls playful talk of Silent Steed glide and patrol duty assigned by Captain Dawson.
The narration depicts plainclothes officers riding through wealthy districts at night and planning retaliation against criminals after a dangerous night run. It mentions Deputy Pierce Captain Wyman and rumors about an altercation with a suspect named Fitz and Jeffries, highlighting risks faced by undercover police.
A police officer continue his chase along the riverfront and Back Bay area, maintaining a steady pursuit despite difficult conditions. The tone reflects persistence and duty as he mounts his vehicle to press the glide across the water in search of suspects.
Lasell Seminary in Auburndal celebrated class night for twenty nine graduates. The ceremony featured a lantern procession, class song, humorous roll call, talks, a nine year vision projection, and a bonfire finale. Numerous guests from across the country attended.
An election of officers will be held this evening by Company E at the East Armory. Lieutenant John J. Barry is likely to become captain, a role he held when the company was mustered out last November. A heated race is expected for first lieutenant between Sergeant Daniel P. Sullivan and John Devane, a former first lieutenant, described as one of the most interesting contests in years.
Eight year old William Cleary of 1 Davis Street obtained matches yesterday morning and set his clothes on fire. He was rushed to the hospital by ambulance with serious burns.
Telegraphic notes report rich copper strikes at Arnold on the 700 foot level with thousands of pounds found. Amalgamated Copper and Baltic range stocks surge while Trimountain Mining sits undervalued with 400 000 in treasury and potential high gains.
Ex dividend and sales totals show bonds 11178080 and listed stock 47822 with unlisted shares 18801. Wilson W Tray Co reports on Ne 7 State Street and lists multiple securities with quantities including 500 Crescent Mining 0.30 and 100 Inter Button Hole 3.87 among others in a condensed securities ledger.
Charles P. Searle reports on the Boston-Little Circle Zinc Company's mines in Missouri and Joplin district. He praises ore deposits, notes Galena mine as a new large producer, and states development is ongoing. A limited stock offering at 9.00 per share is open with June 25 stockholder record and July 1 dividends.
Alderman Adams proposes amending Chapter 6 to require licenses for all vehicles and to prohibit operation on Boston streets without a permit from the Board of Aldermen. The ongoing prison committee reports condemnations and recommendations for new facilities, reform in punishment, and salary adjustments, while audits of institutions praise Deer Island and criticize others. The police inquiry is delayed, and finance reports show net profits from a city division and debates over Admiral Dewey celebration funds and a proposed rifle range rescindment.
Patrick Johnson of Brookline leaped from a railing into Leverett's Pond last evening in front of a large crowd. Despite rescues by a passing pedestrian, boats, and grappling hooks, divers recovered the body near Tremont and Pond streets around 1 AM. Authorities cited a recent mood downturn as a possible cause.
Dennis F. Kelley of Marlboro is in a weak condition after being shot twice by Constable Ansel D Enems of Sudbury during an encounter at Howe's Pond West Sudbury. Kelley and James Shine faced trespassing charges as Shine was captured and Kelley fled but walked five miles to seek a surgeon who could not remove the bullets. Shine to be tried in Framingham district court tomorrow on trespassing charges.
A severe Cape Cod drought has persisted for eighty three days with no rain. Ponds are low and hay crops will fall short by more than half. Farmers replants crops and gardens are backward. early haying to salvage what remains amid forest fire losses.
W H Hoogs died Sunday at his Hyde Park home aged 81. A Quebec native who came to Boston in 1852 he joined the Boston Chronicle staff then served with the Post from 1850s until 1887 as bookkeeper and later collector. He leaves several children including T W Hoogs of the New York New Haven Hartford Railroad offices in Boston.
Lynn June 12 Police Sgt Andrew S Bossom 65 previously on the force fifteen years committed to Danvers Asylum for the Insane today.
A narrative criticizes Governor and Republican leaders for compromising principles to push bills, accuse mis management and corruption in wartime, and align with unscrupulous elements. The author laments Ward 8 politics, praises Democratic independence, and predicts Republican defeat due to belowstandard tactics.
Former councilman Borofsky says the Legislature will help the Democratic party in the coming fall election by curbing Republican interference in Boston city government. He accuses Republican machinations and renegade Democrats of undermining the city and aiding a Republican mayoral bid, predicting a Democratic victory.
A large party of locals and dignitaries will travel on the steamer Quincy to greet Admiral Sampson and the warships as they arrive up the bay. Gov Wolcott Lieutenant Governor Crane and numerous mayors attend with their ladies. The Quincy will depart Otis wharf to meet and escort the ships to the anchorage with daily half hour trips to land passengers aboard.
The Gloucester schooner Latona, which ran ashore and sank near Port Medway, was towed to Lunenburg to be hauled onto the marine railway for repairs or salvage assessment.
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