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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1892

Page

2

Boston Bride Weds In Episcopal Ceremony At East Point

Trained bridal party enters chapel as Bishop Brooks officiates a Swedish wedding march recessional. The groom Mr Gardner and bride, surrounded by family, reception follows at Lodge mansion. Notables include Theodore Roosevelt, Henry Cabot Lodge family, and many prominent Boston figures. They plan summer at Nahant and Hamilton and will reside in Boston in winter.

Pauline Smith Anna Anderson Gardner William Amory Gardner Bishop Brooks George C. Adams W. C. Eustis Gordon Dexter J. W. Appleton John L. Gardner F. Skinner, Jr Ellerton James George Wheatland George Cabot Lodge Lodge East Point Nahant and Hamilton Mr. Gardner Boston

Chauncy Hall Exercises Celebrate School Promotions

Chauncy Hall School held a morning promotion program in the main lecture hall with parents and many graduates present. Diplomas were awarded to Louisa R. Frothingham, Delia E. Gillis, Fred R. Hayward, John R. Macomber, William W. Morrison, William E. Putnam Jr., Mary L. Skinner, and Waverly T. Wonson.

Chauncy-Hall Louisa R. Frothingham Delia E. Gillis Fred R. Hayward John R. Macomber William W. Morrison Charles W. Bradlee

Locomotive Explosion Near Climax Kills Three

A Chicago and Grand Trunk locomotive exploded one mile east of Climax, Michigan, on June 14, fatally injuring engineer Wood, fireman Smith, and Jakeman Parker. Police and railroad officials investigated the blast and its cause.

Battle Creek Mich Chicago & Grand Trunk Climax Wood Smith Jakeman Parker

Divers Find Hole in Steamer Rialto Bottom

In Vineyard Haven on June 14 divers examined the Rialto’s hull and located the hole, described as comparatively tight. The ship proceeded to New York under its own steam this morning with the steamship Elsie acting as convoy. The lower cargo section is expected to sustain some damage.

Vineyard Haven Rialto New York Elsie

Proprietor Whipple to Spring a Surprise at Parker House

A Boston tale says Proprietor Whipple plans a major overhaul at the Parker House. He faces a $60,000 plumber’s bill and a fourteen year lease extension while fifty to sixty workmen reshape interiors and ground floor entrances including a Tremont street makeover and new dining arrangements.

Whipple Parker House

Plumber's Bill Signals Full House Remodel at Parker House

Propertor Whipple's recent expenditures signal a complete overhaul of the Parker House. The scope includes replumbing from top to bottom, new stand pipe, bathroom suites, hot and cold water in every room, and updated fixtures. The renovations reflect a long term lease agreed two years ago with extended upgrades begun last June.

Whipple Parker House

The Merchant's Refrain Beverage Verse

A temperance verse argues that Williams's Beer and Wil's Sparkling Beer best promote health and happiness. It praises abstaining from stronger drinks while endorsing a drink that strengthens children and adults alike. The poem promotes these brands as the cup that cheers and supports long life.

Williams's Root Beer Drink Promotes Safe Summer Refreshment

Williams's Root Breer uses Williams's extract a concentrated root and herb mixture. The temperance drink is now widely prepared at home and touted as the safest and best hot weather beverage on the market. Sold by all dealers, it is inexpensive and easy to prepare.

Williams

Parker House Redevelopment Stirs Quiet Optimism

End to end new office space dining room cafe and bar planned for the Parker House. The refurbishment aims to transform the building so visitors will barely recognize it while noting a vastly improved appearance and function.

Parker House

One Old Soldier's Sad End in South Boston

Thomas Kelliher a 55 year old pensioner and veteran died at Station 6 shortly after arrival from delirium tremens. He lived with the Slattery family at 52 West Second Street and was married though his wife is confined in an asylum. His body was taken to City Hospital morgue.

Thomas Kelliher Kelliher Slattery West Second Street South Boston City Hospital

Tufts Alumni Dine At Hotel Vendome Reunion

Tufts College alumni held their annual dinner at the Hotel Vendome last evening with sixty members attending along with the glee and mandolin clubs. President Capen announced trustees plan to include alumni on the board and reduce its size. Officers elected: President W D French vice president Dr Charles H Cutter athletic committee W B Southwood Harrington and Stover. French presided at the banquet and spoke on the college’s past and future.

Tufts College Hotel Vendome Capen W. D. French Charles H. Cutter Uffer W. B. Southwood C. B. Harrington C. L. Stover

Geary bill grants American registry to steamship China

Representative Fowler reported from the committee on the merchant marine that the Geary bill would grant an American registry to the steamship China. The accompanying report notes parity with recent grants to the Indian ships City of Paris and City of New York. The China Steamship Company Limited is British owned, with Pacific Mail Steamship Company holding most of the stock and a minor portion set to qualify English directors.

Washington Fowler House Committee On the Merchant Marine Geary China Congress City of Paris City of New York China Steamship Company, Limited Pacific Mail Steamship Company

Lawrence bribery trial nears verdict as Bolton testifies

Salem June 14 The second day of the Lawrence bribery trial features J H Welden’s cross examination and Bolton’s defense. Welden admits visiting Bolton before licenses and later seeks job. Burton and others corroborate meetings. Bolton denies any payoff and describes the sequence from initial talk to license grant.

Salem Lawrence J. H. Welden Mr. Hurlburt Mr. Bolton Doyle Gallagher Bolton Hanrahan Botton John J. Caveny Welden Canada Henry A. Buell James R. Simpson John Sheehan John W. Bolton Rushforth Byron F. Horne Mansfield & Little Witness Caveny Standley Standley Brewing Company Chadwick’s Pond Whitehouse Martin and Butler Standleys Curran Joyce Curran & Joyce McCarthy Shattuck Matthew Carney Carney Bros J. Saunders

New School Supervisors Named After Lengthy Ballot

The School Board elected six supervisors with George S. Aldrich chosen after eight ballots to replace John Kneeland. Edwin P. Seaver was reelected superintendent as the board adjourned for two weeks. A gift request for a marble bust of James F. Blackington was discussed and the Mount Vernon Schoolhouse renamed in honor of Robert G. Shaw.

Mary D Blackington James F. Blackington Robert Krauss Museum of Fine Arts Emerson School Boston Mount Vernon Grammar Robert G. Shaw Edwin P. Seaver Samuel W. Mason Ellis Peterson Robert C. Metcalf George H. Conley Louisa P. Hopkins George H. Martin State Board of Education Mason George S. Aldrich Newton John Kneeland

Typographers' Convention Debates Constitutional Amendment

The International Typographical Union met at the Drexel Institute in Philadelphia for a second day of work. Debate opened on Recommendation No. 18 proposing an amendment to Section 7, Article 14 of the constitution. The credentials committee reported and a resolution on the Childs Drexel Home for Union Printers was considered before adjournment.

Philadelphia International Typographical Union Drexel Institute Kidd Chicago Committee On Laws Committee On Credentials Childs-Drexel Colorado Springs

Meeting of Tippecanoe veterans ratifies Harrison Reid

In Worcester on June 14 Tippecanoe veterans met briefly due to heat and age. They ratified Harrison and Reid's nomination and delivered enthusiastic speeches praising the ticket.

Worcester Harrison Tyler Reid

Ascot and Prince of Wales Stakes Winners Named

At Ascot on June 14 the Ascot handicap was won by Billow with Harfleur second and Metallic third. The Prince of Wales Stakes went to Watercress, owned by Baron Hirsch, with Tanzmeister second and Pensioner third.

London Ascot Billow Harfleur Metallic Baron Hirsch Watercress Tanzmeister Pensioner

Framed in White Mountains Summer Charms of Franconia

In Franconia New Hampshire June 13 a descriptive look at the White Mountain hamlet and nearby Sugar Hill praises the panorama of mountains lakes and valleys. It notes Sunset Hill House Hotel Lookoff Mt Lafayette House and Hawthornes as comfortable hosts with Henderson Wheelock managing at The Lookoff and Noyes at Sunset Hill House plus a new spring on Lookoff grounds.

Franconia N. H White Mountain Presidential Ranges Sugar Hill Franconia Notch Dove-Cotes Sunset Hill House Mt. Lafayette House Richardson Bros Littleton Hawthornes Wheelock Sunset Hill Hiram Noyes

Illinois Tornado Leaves Chicago Fatalities and Destruction

A powerful June tornado hit Chicago and Peoria, killing at least eight in Chicago area and one in Talva, injuring about fifteen. A seven story brick building at 246 West Madison street was left unstable. Reports of damage to World’s Fair buildings proved false. In Peoria a church was demolished and several victims were injured while debris wrecked multiple homes and elevators. damage runs into hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Cnicaco Chicago State Street Madison Street Peoria William H. Triebel Talva Olsen Hough Barnett

Soldiers Watch Strikers in Tonawanda Frontline Day

Soldiers in uniform occupy Tonawanda streets as strikers threaten clash. Workers fear losing protection and may take jobs in striker positions soon. Policeman Kingster shows slight improvement, raising hopes for recovery.

Tonawanda Kingster

Columbia Bicycle Plant Expanded to House Workers in Hartford

Colonel A. A. Pope, praised for philanthropy, buys Bartholomew farm expanding to over 100 acres. A new two story factory will produce steel tubing for bicycles by September 1. Workmen will receive modern houses with grass plots to lease and later own, aiming at humanitarian housing without profit.

A. A. Pope Park Street

Cabinet Meeting Minutes With Navy Focus

The Washington cabinet session June 14 included Noble Rusk Tracy Foster and Attorney General Miller while Elkins and Wanamaker were away. The brief meeting handled routine business centered on the Navy Department with no talk of a new Secretary of State or Supreme Court justice.

Washington Noble Rusk Tracy Foster Miller Elkins Wanamaker Navy Department Supreme Court

Harrison Family Reunion Held in Minneapolis

In Minneapolis during convention week relatives of President Harrison gathered at E. J. Davenport s home. Present were two brothers, two sisters, an uncle and many nephews and nieces connected to the President from across the country.

Minneapolis Harrison E. J. Davenport

Summer Playrooms Open With Expanded Episcopal City Mission

The Episcopal City Mission plans reopen summer playrooms on July 6 with a larger staff across four sites in East Boston South Boston and the North End. Twelve teachers will be employed to keep children off the streets teaching cleanliness kindness and honesty. The sailors home in East Boston nears completion but requires 4000 more to cover bills while fundraising continues for European tourist outreach. A Cunard posting for the Liverpool Seamen's Home was deemed a public announcement and cannot be displayed.

Episcopal City Mission St. Mary’s Home East Boston Grace Church South Boston St. Stephen’s North End Union Parmenter Street Apa F. Allen Joy Street Boston Cunard Liverpool W. T. Crocker L. W. Lott St. Peter’s Boylston Station F. M. Brooks Blatchford

Ice Cream and Headache Explained in 19th Century Style

The article explains that cold ice cream can provoke temple and eye pain by chilling the throat nerves which reflexively trigger the facial nerve. It warns that large mouthfuls repeatedly contact throat nerves, sending pain along the facial pathway and potentially harming the nervous system temporarily.

St. Louis Republic

Cambridge man charged with gun shop burglary

George A. Gibbs aged 22 of 109 Gore Street East Cambridge was arrested yesterday charged with breaking and entering the John P. Lovell Arms Company store for stealing revolvers.

George A. Gibbs Gore Street East Cambridge John P. Lovell Arms Company

Central Storage Warehouse ad offers private rooms and piano storage

Storage for furniture pianos pictures trunks carriages at Central Storage Warehouse corner James and East Concord streets. Brick building with many rooms new clean dry private rooms 50 per month and up heated large room for pianos etc elevator in Boston Washington street Harrison avenue cars one minute walk Tremont 784 Frank O Jackson Me Manager.

James East Concord Streets Boston Washington Street Harrison Avenue Tremont Frank Jackson

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Ayer Henry Cabot Lodge Davis John E. Lodge G. H. Lodge Miss Lodge Ellerton Lodge Richard Lodge George A. Gardner G. P. Gardner Olga Gardner Theodore Roosevelt Roosevelt J. D William Minot Francis Minot G.B. Minot Edward Motley Tremont Street School Street Towar School Street Obey Starway Wil TUFTS Lawrence Alderman Terday —Welden’s Dam NEW School Supervisors THE Grandpa White Mountains Illinois Colonel Pope Columbia Bicycle Hartford Massachusetts POST W. P. B. Brooks & CO Hanover St Ummingsommon Summer Street Geo. H. Tloyd Optician Washington St Harvard J. J. Greenough Atlantic Monthly
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