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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1902
Page
2
The Harvard oarsmen at Red Top rest after time trials with several trolley rides and a trip to New London. The varsity four-oar crew paddled briefly on the river while freshmen attended church in Norwich and sailed down the bay.
Yale oarsmen rested thoroughly on Sunday and traveled to New London by launch for practice. The varsity crew, in fine form, awaited race day with Harvard as they lounged in their quarters and read papers in New London.
Washington reports imperialism costs the United States billions yearly. Treasury figures show war expenditures will reach 117 million dollars before June 30, eclipsing civil government costs by a narrow margin. Navy and army outlays have surged since 1897, with per capita tax rising to 2.15 dollars. Secretary Root notes Philippine costs alone near 26.6 million, not counting a 20 million indemnity payment to Spain.
The Rev. Franklin Hamilton argues Mormon activity rises globally with over 1100 missionaries and 63,000 yearly converts. He contends Mormonism hides core doctrines while claiming reform and accuses Salt Lake City of orchestrating a large, salaried mission effort.
A man named Brookins of Lynde Street assaulted Herbert Brookins at Tremont and Warrenton streets yesterday afternoon. The injured youth was treated at the station house before Brookins returned home.
Northfield Vermont June 22 Dewey Hall a building at Norwich University erected in Admiral George Dewey’s honor was formally opened. The baccalaureate sermon was delivered by Rev Charles O Day president of Theological Seminary who gave the dedicatory prayer. Dewey laid the cornerstone in October 1809 during his New England tour.
The Typographical Union No. 18 installed newly elected officers led by President Henry McMahon. A brewery workers delegation was received as the union endorsed the brewery strike. John Wickens and Charles Tenney were elected to the executive committee. The union condemned the Senate for opposing labor and urged restoration of the labor clause in the subway bill, threatening defeat of the act at referendum if the clause is not restored and calling on unionists and fair-minded citizens to oppose its passage until workers are guaranteed eight hour days citizen labor and union wages.
The Sanitary Workers and Street Cleaning Department Union admitted new members and received 10 applications. Moral and financial support was voted to the brewery workers and a committee was appointed to discipline members who frequent non-union beer outlets. The picnic committee released tickets for the July 29 annual picnic. Secretary Shaughnessy of 4 Dove Street Roxbury will oversee the sports.
President Crosser of the C L U and Edmund F Ward of the Brewery Workmen's Union visited the Jann Central Labor Union to support striking brewery workers. A Lynn group reaffirmed opposition to Boston beer as strikes spread through New England. Ward said cities like Lynn Lowell Lawrence Fall River push to stop non union beer. Reports say the Boston beer taboo is tightening sales and no settlement date is in sight.
At a meeting of the Building Trades Council a request from first Vice President Duncan of the A F of I to form a committee on amalgamating the Building Trades Council with the Central Labor Union was received. The 191 strike of Team Drivers Union against Contractors Reardon Hannon Gilligan and Dun can was endorsed. Elevator Constructors Union denies Navin as an officer or member.
The Allied Metal Mechanics Local 92 holds a smoke talk tonight at Machinists Hall. Gloucester Boston Fishermen's Union HQ at 284 Commercial Street joins AF of T. Unions report growth and affiliations with AF of Coal Teamsters and Handlers. Local 642 painters endorses brewery workers strike and fines for non union beer drinkers.
At yesterday's meeting of the Grocery and Provision Clerks a Wednesday afternoon closing movement was advanced. A committee was appointed to study cooperation with the Grocery and Provision Dealers' Association on shared interests.
Engineers Union No 16 will hold an election of officers next Wednesday evening. President Whelan is expected to be reelected without opposition. The contest will focus on delegates to the international convention.
Garment Workers Local No. 1 elected officers including President Jax Benjamin and Vice President 8S Zein. Other posts filled were recording secretary J. K. Silwkoski financial secretary J. L. Witkin treasurer David Gilman business agent Nathan Newman sergeant at arms Solomon Cohen and delegates to the Cleveland convention S. Feder J. K. Siinkoski David Gilman and L. Moes.
Local 104 will hold its annual picnic in Amory grove on August 24. The committee, led by John A. Magennis of No Pearl Place Charlestown, is organizing a sports schedule.
Theatrical stage employees at 45 Eliot Street voted to bring the Boston controversy to the annual National Alliance meeting and seek referral to the American Federation of Labor. They aim to wage a stronger drive against non union theatres, and noted Crescent Gardens operates under union rules for mechanics. The brewery workers strike was in progress.
Lumber Teamsters and Handlers 112 will hold a meeting in St Stephen's Hall to consider a new wage schedule. The teamsters have advanced claims, carriers in some instances agree, and tallymen have received none.
A committee from the peers organized 15 new union members for Building 1 laborers yesterday and discussed the ongoing brewery workers' strike.
Yesterday the Carpenters District Council of Boston and unity elected officers. Daniel H. Deegan became president and Charles McDonald was named vice president. J. E. B. Potts took recording secretary duties with M. Taylor as financial secretary treasurer. W. D. McIntosh is the read clerk and W. A. Boynton serves as sergeant at arms.
Arlington notes mark Augusta Tosi of Faneuil Hall square Boston turning a year older with a gathering in Irving's grove. About 500 attendees enjoyed an orchestra and Swiss Sick Benefit Society quartet performances, speeches by Tosi and Moltedo, vocal and instrumental numbers, and a gift walking stick for the celebrant.
Daniel Mac Carthy a 44 year old sailor fell from a hoisted position to the davits of the barge Highlander near Providence Illinois this morning and drowned though his body has not been recovered.
Absent mindedness by Charles Perkins Sr. of Bromley Park led to the temporary disappearance of his infant son near Bromley Park and the reservoir. The couple searched Brookline and nearby areas for hours before an officer found the child and sent him to the Chardon Street Home.
Mecrd Boar Club sailors faced a delayed start from Bunker Hill Day as a northeast gale kept Upper Mystic Lake churning. Coquette led late, Elinor and Mildred trailed, but wind dried and drift halted the finish with Coquette first, Elinor second, Mildred third after three boats completed.
The wedding of Miss Bessie L. Locke of Chelsea to Mr. Barnet S. Sussman of Boston took place in Webster Hall East Boston with Rabbi S. H. Shoher officiating under a canopy. The ceremony featured Hebrew rites and a reception followed with guests from Pennsylvania New Jersey and New York and Silverman's Orchestra providing music.
A Boston Common concert attracted over 10 000 attendees on an ideal afternoon. The 40 piece municipal band led by Emil Mollenhauer played at the center while speakers addressed the crowd on social and political topics.
George Kennan and Professor Angelo Heilprin return to New York from Martinique and St Lucia aboard the Fontabella. Italian consul Nicola Parravicino loses a daughter at St Pierre and three Roraima survivors arrive seeking aid. Consul Ayme praises Guadeloupe's relief and heads to Washington with his report.
Colored Free Masons from Boston Springfield and Worcester paraded and gathered at Charles Street A M E Church under Eureka and Rising Sun lodges. Guests from Sumner Lodge and King David Lodge joined in events including a city tour a Blosssom Street dinner and a sermon by Rev Fickland with special music. Boston officers Marshall Griffin Fassitt oversaw visiting lodges with Teamoh Taylor and Wilson assisting.
London crowds thronged the coronation scene amid decorative arches and flags. Count Von Waldersee and other dignitaries were hosted by Field Marshal Lord Roberts. King Edward regime promotes rest as royal preparations continue amid mixed public viewing.
Beverly authorities pursue a child abduction case after a boy vanished during a summer visit to Beverly Farms. A large search party tracked gypsies to Ipswich but found no trace of the Clark boy. Police consider a theory of opportunistic kidnapping by a tramp or professional blackmailer targeting a wealthy family.
The Clan-na-Gael executive committee met in Boston to finalize the Fourth of July field day at Oak Island. Colonel Logan promises military features from company displays and a large Irish athletes delegation. John Devoy is named as a speaker candidate if Bryan cannot attend. A commemorative souvenir will feature portraits of noted Irish nationalists since 1798.
The Queen's coronation robe, heavy with royal red velvet train and gold embroidery, was made in Paris and fit at Buckingham Palace. Two reception gowns and gowns for the Queen's ladies in waiting were Paris-made, with rich embroidery and pearls. The coronation crown features four arches and the Kohinoor-like cabochon diamond, with a ruby and pearl fringe.
The Rev. Samuel M. Bs n a pastor of the Third Congregational Church of Chelsea has accepted a call to lead Central Khnareansobay Church at Spite hin cearteanice weetatae oak. His resignation triggers a special church meeting to discuss succession. This resignation makes the third vacancy in Chelsea Congregational churches within a month.
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