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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1889

Page

2

Harvard Class Day spreads mark the seniors bright

The Harvard Class Day festivities include numerous spreads post exercises in Sanders Theatre and around the yard with lists of hosts at Beck Hall McKay House and various streets. Tickets sold only by Class Day committee. yard and memorial tickets needed for yard access. ceremonies begin with prayers orations songs and dances across Sanders Theatre Memorial Hall and the college yard.

Harvard Hasty Pudding Club New Club Rooms Sanders Theatre Messrs Gardner Cutting Bullard Walter Daniel Clark John Endicott Victor Matthews Harding Alfred Partridge Hebard Gordon Saltonstall Howe George Snell Mandell Franklin Eddy Parker Gardner Perry James Howe Proctor Thomas Talbot Martin Allison Allston Burr John Tilden Davis, Jr Ralph Emerson Forbes Thomas Schuyler Hathaway George Thomas Keyes Henry Eugene Meeker Oliver Prescott, Jr Joseph Hamblin Sears Edward Cabot Storrow Perry Davis Trafford Bernard Cottin Weld Charles Delevan Wetmore McKay House Charles Emerson Curry Robert Elkin Neil Dodge Carleton Greene Edward Wigglesworth Grew Prescott Farnsworth Hall George Winthrop Lee Gustavus Howard Magnadier William Francis Richards Mark Wyman Richardson James Hardy Ropes Irving Augustus Ruland Robert Elmer Townsend Robert DeCourcy Ward Frank Edward Zinkeisen Matthews George Washington Wales Brewster Herbert Henry Darling Almon Danforth Hodges Carleton Hunneman James John Caleb Breckenridge Burbank Edward Hobart Alexander Hales Weld Arthur Cleveland Bent Frederick Hendee Bent Linden Street Philip Codman William Struthers Ells Robert Forbes Perkins Thorton Woodbury Hollis William Reed Bigelow Frederick Manning Brooks University Samuel Dawley Hildreth George Leland Hunter Tharvard Street Walter Louis Jennings Raymond Sargent Wilder Stoughton Frederick Breed Lord Walter Randall Marsh Charles Hhenry Slattery Frank Wallace Thayer Oxford Street Alex Galt Barrett Mt. Auburn Street Jonathan Bruce Chittenden Gray's Alfred Potts Butterworth Shayer Earnest Webster Dustan Clarence Albert Hight Franklin Elias Huntress Walter Perkins Hutchinson Edward Lincoln Jelinek Broadway Joseph Warren Merrill, Jr Stoughten Clifford Herschel Moore John Rounds Smith Andrew P. Peabody D.D Walter Warren Masree Carleton Hunnewan Oliver Prescott Robert Elkin New Dodge Holworthy Ampleton Chapel A. P. Peabody Eliot Memorial Hall College Yard Glee Club Memorial Thayer Gray’s Holden Massachusetts H Harvard Perry Davis Trafford Fall River Brookline John Wilden Davis, Jr St. Louis William Warren Magee Groveland N. Y Roxbury

Boston Common Council Debates Public Library and Court House Plans

The council considered communications from the Public Library trustees and the court house commissioners. The court house update details progress, contracts, and travel expenses totaling 2,198,474.32, with site and contract charges highlighted. The Public Library foundation work is described, with 159,969.82 spent and bids and commissions noted. A controversial proposal to link the library with Boston schools was condemned, and a printing contract for council proceedings was approved. An extended city auditor report was presented and summer adjournment set for next Thursday.

Common Council Public Library Court House Europe Hoston St. Louis New Court House Pemberton Square Somerset Street Pemberton Flizabeth R. Bowditch Sarah M.fay William Schier J. l.Bowditch Mary L. Put Caroline M. Richard Bon Gots George C. Shattuck D. H. Hodgkinson Martin Bates Lucy A. Kartt J. W. Kimball Franklin F. Patch K. G. Hoffendahl J. W. Bowditch Cornelia F. Faxon Et al Ilda Mason John Jeffries Charles P Greenough N. J. Beadlee Charles M. Cotting Allen Thort-dike E. H. Kendall Annie F. Frietag General Theological Li William Sohier Henry So Supreme Court Dbiock Bates Hall Fanning Ward 2 Adams Boston Mr. Fanning Lowell Ward 11 Cushing Keenan Fraser Shaw Graham Bagley Charlestown Keefe Ward 17 Committee On Printing No Council Trustees of The Boston Public Schools Allen F. W. Sprague Richard Sullivan Rosnosky Committee On Taxation Dodge

Fannie Stebbins Weds William Chapin at Christ Church Springfield

Miss Fannie Lee Stebbins and William Horace Chapin wed at Christ Episcopal Church Springfield in a laurel and daisy adorned ceremony. The bride, given by her father, wore corded silk with orange blossoms and diamonds. Margie Stebbins served as maid of honor and Alfred Birnie as best man. A reception and wedding breakfast followed at the Stebbins residence on Crescent Hill before the couple’s planned home at the Massasoit House.

Springfield Christ Episcopal Church Fannie Lee Stebbins John B. Stebbins Crescent Will William Horace Chapin Massasoit House John Cotton Brooks Margie Stebbins Stebbins Hawkins Charles B. Miller New York Alfred Birnie Edward Pynchon Campbell Chapin Thomas N. Birnie Robert Beach Prank Edwards Warren Boston Charles Stebbins John Stebbins Crescent Hill

Burial of John Gilbert in simple Unity ceremony

The Rev. Minot J. Savage led a quiet service for the actor John Gilbert, with about 150 acquaintances in attendance. The casket bore a silver plate inscription, flowers were sent in, and Edwin Booth and Theodore Moss sent condolences. The burial occurred at Forest Hills cemetery after a hour-long service marked by reflections on Gilbert’s life and character.

John Gilbert Minot J. Savage Church of the Unity Henry Lee Curtis Guild Samuel Hatch Joseph Proctor Gustavus S. Winston W. W. Clapp Joseph Jefferson Wyzeman Marshall W.’. W. Ball and Mies Proctor R. B. Brigham John W. Ryan John F. Pray R. M. Field Otis Marshall John K. Hall Thomas Cahill Leslie Allen George Wilson John Gibbs Gilbert Lamb's Club New York Drew Forest Hills Cemetery

Pretty wedding at the Donaldson residence in Salem

Miss Jennie W. Donaldson was married to Fred A. Ward of the First National Bank Boston in a ceremony at Mr James Donaldson's Federal street home. Rev A G Rogers officiated. Best man was J F Donaldson, maid of honor Helen A Newhall, age four, acted as a flower girl.

Perry Osgood wedding in Falmouth on June 20

The Rev Charles H Perry rector of St Barnabas Falmouth married Miss Bessie M Osgood daughter of Moses E F Osgood of Waltham. The service was read by Rev F J Fales with Rev George E Osgood of North Attleboro assisting. Bride wore faille francaise. Ushers included Frank Osgood and Dr Charles S Cummings. The couple will reside in Falmouth after a short trip.

Pecker and Robinson wed in Concord this morning

Miss Lena Robinson daughter of Cyrus R. Robinson of Concord married Frank S. Pecker son of the late Seth E. Pecker of Boston in a Universalist ceremony at the bride's home. The couple left for a Canadian tour and will reside in Winchester Massachusetts after autumn.

Salkeld Cobb Wedding in Cambridge at Christ Church

Winifred Wilbur Cobb daughter of Mrs Elizabeth Cobb married Andrew Douglass Salkeld of Boston in Christ Church Cambridge last evening. Rev James Spalding officiated before a large audience. Bridesmaid Miss Sarah Yerxa best man Harry B Salkeld ushers listed. Reception at 855 Main Street followed by wedding feast. The couple will reside on Garrison Street Boston.

Salkeld—Cobb Winifred Wilbur Cobb Elizabeth Cobb Andrew Douglass Salkeld Boston Christ Church Cambridge James ¥. Spalding Sarah Yerxa Harry B. Salkeld Thomas F. Salkeld William M. Farrington Arthur M. Cobb Thomas F. Patterson Horace W. Patterson Main Street Mrs. Salkeld Garrison Street

Special Sale of Summer Carriages by S A Stewart Co

S A Stewart & Co announces a sweeping price reduction on carriages at 118 Sudbury street. The stock includes victorias dow and village carts Coe wagons and other varieties plus second hand carriages of every description.

S. A. Stewart & Co Sudbury Street Colas Jal

Obituary notices for military officer and others

General A. Myers, former quartermaster general of the Confederate army, died at his Washington residence. A South Carolina native, West Point 1833 graduate, he served in the Fourth Infantry and in the Mexican War, brevetted major for Palo Alto and Resaca de la Palma, and lieutenant colonel for Cherubusco. Also notes Clement Willis of Boston, a carpenter and builder, bank director, and public official. and Father John Carroll, veteran priest, died at Mercy Hospital Chicago.

Myers Washington South Carolina West Point Fourth United States Infantry Quartermaster’s Department Florida Palo Alto Reseca de la Palma Cherubusco Clement Willis Bridgewater Boston Leverett Street West End New South Church John Carroll Mercy Hospital Chicago Queen’s County Ireland Burke Halifax N.S

Protection of Animals Shifts to Public Venues and Schools

At the June Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals meeting 200 bound volumes of Qui Dumb Animals will be given to summer hotels. Boston agents reported 245 cruelty cases and 14 prosecutions, 49 animals removed from work and 66 mercifully killed. The Bands of Mercy tally 6822 members. The American Humane Education Society directors met next, President Angell reported 810 in receipts for the month, total 5685, and prizes were approved for 1000 schools and Sunday schools for six months starting July 1 for acts to improve kindness to humans and animals.

Massachusetts Society For the Prevention of Cruelty Boston Bands of Mercy Directors of American Humane Education Society Angell

Use Horsford's Acid Phosphate for Nervous Exhaustion

Dr. H. McVoy of Algona Iowa reports using Horsford's Acid Phosphate to relieve dyspepsia nervous exhaustion and wakefulness with pleasant results. He also notes it benefits low spirits from biliary derangement and overall system imbalance.

Horsford H. ©. McVoy Algona

Tennis Tournament at New Haven Finals Report

New Haven Conn June 20 The final day at the New England championship tennis tournament produced dramatic finals in singles and doubles. In singles Huntington Yale defeated Beach New Haven club 6 4 6 2 8 6 1 6 6 8 while in doubles Beach and Huntington beat Sandford and Pavoy 6 4 10 8 6 2 The ladies champion Miss Trowbridge beat Miss Richards 6 4 6 3 Huntington slated to meet Slocum tomorrow for the New England trophy.

New Haven Conn Huntington Yale Beach New Haven Club Sandford Pavoy Miss Trowbridge Miss Richards Slocum

New Assistant Custodian Named for Post Office

L. E. Timson is slated as assistant custodian of the post office building replacing D. J. Egan. Timson of Charlestown is a Republican and a book-keeper by trade, and the appointment is expected to take effect July 1 with a salary of 1400 dollars.

L. E. Timson D. J. Egan Timson Charlestown

Springfield Water Company 6 percent bonds offered by Maverick Bank

With stocks down many investors seek safe bonds. The Springfield Missouri Water Company six percent bonds are presented by the Maverick National Bank, whose involvement signals safety and desirability for buyers.

Springfield

Decline in Coffee Markets Across Atlantic Ports

New York reports a market drop as coffee prices slipped in sympathy with Havre and Hamburg. By close, declines reached about 15 points on trading of 140000 bags after a morning of mixed cables and volatility.

New York Havre Hamburg

Building Collapse Fatality At Newport Street

At six o’clock last evening Alexander M Fryer, 63, and his son Frederick were working on a building on Newport street when the staging gave way and they fell about twenty feet. The elder Fryer died within minutes from three broken ribs puncturing a lung. The son sustained only slight injuries.

Alexander M., Fryer Frederick Newport Street Fryer

Bar num & Bailey’s show praised for freshness and feats

The Boston audience enjoyed Bar num and Bailey's act, praising the clean, diverse ensemble and acts from Japanese jugglers to camels. Spectacles included John O'Brien tandem riding, Mlle Zazel’s high dive, andArab horsemanship with Bar nirn aging veteran showman drawing crowds. Strong attendance noted, with advice to attend afternoon performances to avoid crowds.

Barnum & Bailey Bridgeport Conn Boston John O'Brien Mlle. Zazel Barniin

Presents for the clerks in legislative adjournment

Upon adjournment the clerks of both chambers were promised more than thanks. Mr McLaughlin received a solid silver salver with an inscription while Mr Coolidge was given a pair of candelabra and an extension lamp as tokens of appreciation.

McLaughlin Coolidge

China and Japan at Houghton and Dutton offered seaside and home goods

The Chinese and Japanese departments at Houghton and Dutton on Tresmont and Beacon streets invite examiners seeking fans or household goods for seashore or city use. The store also advertises fine goods and bargains in sporting goods for tennis and croquet players.

China Japan Houghton & Dutton Tresmont Beacon Streets

Under the Magnolias and Other New Books Review

A critical survey of new fiction including Under the Magnolias by Lyman W. Denton. The piece critiques characters Mrs Waters and Colonel Adilas Montgomery, the Waters family, the I. D. B in South Africa, and Mehalah by Baring-Gould, noting melodrama, didactic tone, and uneven structure with comparisons to Maupassant and Doyle.

Mr. Montgomery Judge Charles Magpolias South de Chailler Natchez Lucy Hayes Samuel MeJames Birdie Birdseye I. MeJames Letta Charles M. Perkins Charles Perkins L. Waters Mississippi MeJames Mr. Perkins Heaven Micah Clarke Joseph Gervas Reuben Havant

THAT TERRIBLE PARESIS Are the Nation Becoming Lunatics

An alarming front page discussion questions whether Americans are succumbing to a widespread insanity trend. The piece surveys rising public panic, unusual behavior, and social unease, framing the question as a national crisis and urging readers to consider causes and consequences.

Paine's Celery Compound Promises Brain Renewal

An advertisement-style piece cites two prominent men confined in Bloomingdale Asylum as examples of overtaxed vitality. It credits Dartmouth Professor Phelps with discovering Paine's Celery Compound, claiming it fortifies brain and nerve tissue, contains no narcotics or drugs, is pure and harmless, and endorsed by medical professionals.

Phelps Dartmouth College Paine

Mehalah and Other Salt Marsh Tales Featured in Collectible Volumes

Illustrated works from J W Lovell and Frank Lovell Co headline new releases. Vescellius Sheldon illustrated by Graves and Hencke appears alongside S Baring-Goulds Mehalah salt marsh tale. Prices set at 50 cents. Doyle's Micah Clarke presented by Harper & Bros with similar Lovell International Series entries.

Vescellius-Sheldon G.E. Graves al. Hencke New York J. W. Lovell Company Mehalah S. Baring-ould Frank F. Lovell & Co Oell John Herring S. Baring-Gould Lovell

Sleeper Hall Conservatory musicale fills Boston Conservatory

Last evening at Sleeper Hall the Boston Conservatory of Music offered a well attended soirée musicale. Performances by young ladies and guests included Liszt transcriptions and works by Vieuxtemps Wagner and Rossini with notable piano work by Carl Faelten and violin by Emil Mahr. The program showcased high musical achievement despite minor imperfections and crowded galleries.

A Conservatory Musicale Sleeper Hall Boston Conservatory of Music Thelve Archibald Douglas C. Loewe Charles E. Tinney Padre Opera Ok Helmo G. Rossini Rotoli Vinney William L. Whitney Faelten

Channing Church Summer Services at Winter Harbor Me

Channing Church in Winter Harbor Maine lists a summer program of afternoon chapel services with a Sunday steamer from Bar Harbor. Tickets at reduced fare available from the janitor at Unitarian Church Louisburg Bar Harbor and Beacon Winter Harbor. Recruited preachers include Boynton Reynolds Carrol Everett Eliot Herford Dole Hale Hornbrooke with varied dates through September 1.

Channing Winter Harbor Channing Church Bar Harbor Unitarian Louisburg Beacon George M. Boynton Newton Mass Grindall Reynolds American Unitarian Association Boston Eat Charles Carrol Everett D.D Theological School Harvard University Samuel A. Eliot Cambridge Brooke Herford Arlington Street Charles F. Dole Jamaica Plain Edward Everett Hale South Congregational Church Francis B. Hornbrooke

Mails Close Times For Various Overseas Destinations

Postal notice lists closing times and routes from Boston and New York to destinations including Venezuela Curacao Colombia Jamaica Costa Rica St. Croix St. Thomas Windward Islands Cuba France Germany Great Britain Ireland Belgium Netherlands Austria and other European and Caribbean ports with ships City of Columbia Ems Etruria Cephalonia and others, all dated June 21 to June 23 for specially addressed correspondence and direct mails.

Venezuela Curacoa Colombia Philadelphia New York Norway Thingvalla Nova Scotia Yarmouth Boston Sekava Jamaica Costa Rica Port Timon Rivena Rettorde Sig Atey St. Croix St. Thomas Windward Islands Trinidad Juno Gis Ce Cake Co Cuba City of Columbia Scotland Ethopia France Montils Vie Havre Austria la Normandie Germany Bremen Great Britain Ireland Belgium Netherlands Southampton Ems Austrain Etruria TBO Beas

Transpacific Mails from San Francisco Departures

Notice lists sailings for Japan and China ports and East Indies via Oceanic with a June 29 departure and a June 23 mail closing in Boston. Australia New Zealand Fiji Samoa and Hawaii via Zealandia with a June 29 departure and June 23 closing. Society Islands via Tropic Bird with a June 30 departure and June 24 closing.

Transpacific Japan Shanghai Hong Kong Theast Indies British India Straits Settlements Siam Dutch East Indies Oceanic San Francisco Boston Australia New Zealand Fiji Samoan Hawaiian Islands Zealandia San_ Francisco Pew Loston

Passengers Listed from Savannah by Steamshin City

From Savannah are listed passengers including Mras J Sweeney Nathan Walley R a A Scott Misa Newell Mrs G H Newell J M Manley L P Masters A K Wood G N Young AS Spanier D Desimena 163 DS unitls.

Savannah Mras J Sweeney Nathan Walley R A A Scott Misa Newell G H Newell J M Manley L P Masters A K Wood G N Young AS Spanier D Desimena

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