27 Jun 1891
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1891
Page
1
The crew faced a bar strike incident with a direct impact noted as the vessel sank while crew members were saved. The report records the event details and ensuing rescue actions by nearby personnel.
The Harvard varsity crew of 1891 defeated Yale by eleven lengths in a dramatic Thames race. Harvard led early, maintaining 40 strokes per minute then easing, while Yale faded with poor form and miscoordinated strokes. Observers on the observation train noted Harvard’s superior start, unity, and power, with coaches Adams and Keyes praised and Yale blamed for equipment and technique faults.
London June 26 Mr Parnell said the couple cannot obtain a country church license so the marriage will take place at Steyning Registry and a London ceremony will follow after a fortnight of residence. He hopes to visit the United States in autumn and attend the Baltimore Irish national convention. He declined to consider the effect of his marriage to Mrs O Shea.
A Santiago dispatch reports the rebellion making no progress as government forces seize ports in rebel provinces and Esmeralda occupies Lobos islands, destroying assets. Peruvian debt holders benefit from seized property, while Tarapaca reports severe shortages and arrears. Elections advance quietly in most provinces with support for civil president Claudio Vicuna.
Mrs. William Allen of 48 Chester Street Charlestown slipped in the Jordan Marsh & Co store about 12 30 yesterday and broke her right leg.
Leading druggists, grocers, and various firms advertise Hetherston Importing Doe ELISTE Kentucky Whiskey. Bottled for seal, about 14 1 6 gallon, priced higher for quality. Sold by Jos T Brown & Co in Frank W Moore listings and other retailers in New York Boston and other stations.
Crowds surged from New Haven and Hartford as Yale sympathizers arrived by special trains while Harvard alumni gathered along the shore and in the tug Coulson to watch the race. Notable attendees included Harvard sailors Fred Smith and Will Schwartz, with many prominent Harvard and Yale figures noted among the spectators and supporters.
Residents of Marlboro Street, led by Loring and Dabney, urge revocation of a May 1 permit for West End Street Railway to run electric cars on Marlboro Street. They warn poles and wires would ruin a residential street, despite President Whitney’s insistence the road will not install on Marlboro street without notice and will delay until citizens consent.
A city hearing on electric car placement on Marlboro street ends with promises of talks. Aldermen seek assurances before any overhead wires may be installed, while residents demand consent and oppose street use if majority object. A conference is set to reconcile remonstrants and Whitney.
Washington June 26. Special to the Post. American hog products will be admitted to France and Germany by autumn, likely by Oct 1, after discussions between Senator Paddock and Dr. Solomon. The new meat inspection law blocks export of tainted meat, stamping packages with U S Government brands, tying imports to sanitary safeguards. If France or Germany delay, the President could enforce retaliation under the law.
A report from Plainfield Connecticut states the fruit crop in the county faces total failure due to a rose bug infestation. Grapes and currants are reportedly eaten. vegetables also suffer, with bugs swarming and wrecking crops within hours.
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