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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1895
Page
8
George Latimer, the enslaved man who sparked abolitionist outcry in 1841 Massachusetts, near escapes and later gains freedom with aid from Wendell Phillips, Garrison, and Whittier. This Lynn resident recalls his years of hardship, his wife’s struggles, and plans to publish his history.
A June 16 report details the 1745 siege of Louisburg, its fall to Sir William Pepperell, and the effort by the Society of the Colonial Wars to honor fallen soldiers with a granite monument. A dedication program includes prayers, addresses by regional society leaders, and unveiling by Lieutenant-Governor Daly of Nova Scotia. The event commemorates the fortress’s capture and its role in colonial history.
In a tide of backroom diplomacy Mayor Curtis smooths relations with Aldermen Folsom Bryant and others. Laban Pratt’s Dorchester appointment and Sanford’s mediation lure the council toward a settlement as Wheeler Buckner and several supervisors seek confirmation at the next board meeting. Jesse Gove remains out of favor, while Curtis battles to sway Allen for board chairman.
The New York Sunday newspaper train derailed in New Haven at a sharp yard cross over. Engineer Matthew C. Higgins and Fireman William W. Chappell were severely injured. Conductor Hoagland uninjured. Air brakes failed, speed around fifty five mph. Tracks and switching systems suffered extensive damage as 200 to 300 workers labored through the night. Traffic delayed briefly with no fatalities.
Philadelphia June 16 The George W Childs tugboat faces questions over its purpose in a Jamaica voyage. Officials note foreign registry and coastwise clearance changes by Captain Swain, but no official inquiry is planned unless filibustering is proven.
The Good Templar hosts will assemble in Boston this month with delegates from Africa, Australia, Europe, and the Americas. A button featuring a globe and the phrase Our Field along the equator will be worn to signify the international scope of the gathering.
The Seashore Home at Beachmont reports last summer's reach with 258 mothers and babies at the home for mothers and babies 40 girls at the girls home and 411 boys at the boys home. Children stayed from one week to eight weeks per need and priority went to families where the mother bears the wage burden. Selection was by day nurseries Associated Charities and city missionaries. The summer closed with 581.68 in treasury though 1561.17 had been received by June 1. A further 2000 is needed for summer expenses and donations are asked to Treasurer 8 B Thing 28 Lincoln Street or Box 3229 Boston Post Office.
WN. E. A AT DENVER JULY 5 TO 12 1995. The quickest time and best train service is offered by the Union Pacific system. Low rates and liberal arrangements for a charming variety of excursions to Western resorts, Yellowstone National Park, San Francisco, Portland, Salt Lake City, Colorado mountain retreats, Black Hills, Hot Springs South Dakota, Colorado Springs Summer School, and other attractions. See your nearest Union Pacific agent or BE. L. LOMAX GenPass and Ticket Agent, Omaha, Neb.
Childrens lisle and balbriggan undervests and stockings in white and ecru sizes 2 to 12 years offered at bargain prices. Manufacturer's seconds with minor irregularities, priced below cost of manufacture.
Cotton drawers trimmed with fine open Hamburg with four rows of tucks were priced at 56 cents, now sold as Other Grades at 49 to 59 cents. The ad invites shoppers to acquire these goods for Shast money, signaling a local sale.
Cambridgeport pastor Rev. Isaiah W. Sneath of Wood Memorial Church preaches that a white and black building on Cambridge Street symbolizes the liquor industry. He calls for a Massachusetts constitutional amendment banning manufacturing intoxicating liquors and more temperance action, linking the issue to the no license policy in Cambridge and the broader state fight against alcohol.
Nine officers from Station 2 Cambridgeport arrested nine young men for gaming on the Lord's day. The suspects named include George Brannon, 23, Reed, 7, George Mons, 16, Othy Cooper, 14, and Pullerin ff. They are taken into custody and await further action.
The Working Boys' Home committee outlined plans for a midsummer festival featuring a competitive military drill with militia participation and a large band from New York. Athletic games will accompany the event, with organizers preparing a press list and inviting community help at Bennet Street venue next Sunday at 4 p.m.
Ferdinand W. Murray a 56 year old shoe fitter of 120 Poplar Street Chelsea collapsed in a doorway at 238 Chestnut Street around 8 40 PM and died of heart failure. He left home about 8 to seek medical help after feeling ill. City Physician Sibley pronounced death and he was taken to his home by police ambulance.
A long Central Labor Union meeting debated abolishing city state and national committees amid charges of socialist influence. After hours of discussion the proposed changes were defeated. A new resolution urged the public to refrain from shopping Saturday afternoons and urged merchants be notified. New delegates joined from several unions including Theatrical Mechanics and Lithuanians Garment Workers.
The Roxbury Latin School marks its 20th anniversary with alumni gathering at 2 PM in a campus tent. Notables including Rev. Percy Grant, Rev. Theodore Williams, Archdeacon E. Rousmaniere, President Eliot, and head master William Collar will speak. A war flag is donated, music by the school orchestra, and an 7 PM alumni dinner at the Vendome. The article outlines the school’s 1645 founding, historic ties to John Eliot, growth in facilities, and Collar’s pivotal 30-year leadership elevating the institution to a top New England secondary school.
A Rome despatch to Central News reports the elevation of a cardinal or church figure by Pope Gregory. The item mentions George Bigs of New York in connection with the ceremony and notes the June date from London coverage.
Immense spring and summer clothing sale starts this morning with prices slashed up to 50 percent. Men’s suits, pants, and overcoats. youths and boys outfits. ladies capes and dresses. shoes and hats offered at deep discounts. Sign of the Yankee on SUMMER ST promises long hours nightly and Saturday till 10.
Sunrise prayer meetings will be held daily at 6:30 a m during the five day Endeavor convention across many churches in town and outlying districts. Leaders from across the land include Peter Ainslie and August Pohlman among others, with attendance expected to be large at Brookline Baptist and several Central Congregational churches.
A young man named John Norton was rescued from drowning off Sawyer's wharf East Cambridge shortly after 6 o'clock last evening. Norton was swimming when he was seized by cramps and owes his life to several sailors on a schooner who rowed out to him in a boat.
George Blake a 24 year old slack wire performer with Sells Bros circus from Boston fell between railway cars in Norristown Pennsylvania and was fatally injured His right arm was amputated after the mishap in a tragic accident reported June 16 by the Associated Press from Norristown.
A reader questions whether beer lovers seek specific flavors or simply accept whatever ale their tapster pours. The letter implies interest in discerning drafts and broader brewing options beyond routine bar offerings.
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