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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1901
Page
5
Report notes 2300 individuals with vaccine status connected to a suspected smallpox exposure. Four persons were moved to a quarantine site at the peat house after arrival from the city. Officials assess exposure risk and monitor contacts.
Be The wedding of Owen David Evans of Buffalo New York to Miss Annie Leora Jackson was solemnized at the Shepher Memorial Church Cambridge last evening. The bride wore crepe de chine over black silk with lace and carried sweet peas.
The loan bill of 3,422,600 sent to the Board of Aldermen is expected to pass today with little opposition from Democratic leaders. Amendments are proposed to limit land price, with discussions over paying for land and buildings through assessed values. Owners listed include David Benshimol and Isabelle Burnham et al with specified square footage and values.
The Rev Dr Minot J Savage argued last Sunday that a three hour work day would rest and improve workers. Boston labor leaders praised his pulpit talk as bolstering the push for shorter hours and better conditions for wage earners.
Last night Deacon Hall in Washington hosted a secret meeting of Knights of Labor Assembly 9616 a group of Boston pavers some of whom left the A F L paving union amid local labor divides. Edward J Glynn led as master workman with John McCarty guiding as recording secretary the session focused on unspecified matters amid political and trade tensions.
Fragmentary text mentions labor note context with a convention and a group around twenty, noting interns and a recently elected body. Readable fragments indicate a conference or meeting with election references and ongoing governance activities.
In a fragmentary report, authorities prepare for a community event at night and outline security and attendance plans amid unclear details. The notice references a stamp collection effort and local involvement but lacks concrete dates or names.
The Lathers' Union met in Blatchford Hall Wells Memorial building and urged a Saturday half holiday. Organizing friends of labor plan to press employers next month with at least ten contractors ready to concede by July. Roeblin & Co. faces an unfair list for not meeting union conditions on the Haymarket Square project.
Thirteen Boston public schools held graduation exercises yesterday with 620 diplomas awarded. Of the graduates 410 were girls and 210 boys. Highlights include 73 graduates at Brighton High School and varied totals at Prescott Hancock Shurtleff Hyde Putnam Rice Franklin Martin Hermonson Blackinton Dorchester Wellie Dwight schools.
William Pierson aged 18 of 108 S Street South Boston drowned while bathing at US Street Beach yesterday at 8 39. A guardian official was notified and the body was sent to his home on I Street.
Gardner defeats opponent in a tough boxing match, securing the win with a knockout late in the bout. The round details are unclear from the report, but the result confirms Gardner as the winner.
An unclear report describes Stinson defeating Linton in a tight bout with a final score around 20 to 44. The text is garbled but indicates a sports result and a pairing of athletes.
Newcome and Hollis share a refined wedding ceremony described in a late edition column. Miss Bertha is named among participants, with emphasis on the ceremony’s charm and social interest.
B. Be. Newcomb married in Somerville last evening to Miss Bertha Hollis in a ceremony noted by local observers.
The Cathedral of the Holy Cross hosted a 10 o clock wedding as Miss Ab etisneerh ebber daughter of Ce of the resmént Lewebber wed Mr Edward James Murphy of Quincy. Maid of honor Miss B eyes. Bridesmen Miss Catherine C. Reedy and Miss Mae H. Cunningham. Flower girl Arline Murphy.
The wedding of Miss Corbett daughter of Mr and Mrs Allington to Mr Devlin son of Mr Eryne Corbett was held at Columbulle's arch Brighton. The Rev H A pastor conducted the solemn high mass with both families prominent in attendance.
Professor C. O. Hazen of the history department at a prominent college married Sara Dir eitvee, daughter of a Mr. and Mrs. in New York. A reception followed at the bridegroom’s home.
The ceremony united Dean Stroud and Ratpae in a yesterday marriage. Miss Mare served as bridesmaid and honored both families.
Miss Hannah Youdahl and Mr. Hertach of Cambridge were married last evening in a 7:40 ceremony at the Church of the Ascension Cambridge.
Yesterday afternoon at 48 Heath Street Somerville Miss Mary A Lamont, widow of Andrew A Lamont, married Arthur Reb ster of Vermont in a formal wedding at the Lamont residence.
George W. Bixby a well known hotel operator and former Bixby House proprietor was found dead in his room at 30 Howland street Roxbury yesterday morning. The medical examiner attributed probable heart disease the 60 year old was survived by a widow and a daughter married two weeks ago with the daughter due home from her honeymoon today.
Maud Hollis of Somerville and Burleigh B. Newcomb united in marriage at the bride's mother's residence 50 Marshall Street Somerville. The ceremony was conducted by Reverend Charles Segal pastor of the Winter Hill Universalist Church with Fred Tucker of Boston as best man and Miss Annie E. Blake as bridesmaid. The ushers included Miss Della Phippen of
The notice names Boston residents Mrs. Nettie Mabel Hollis and Mr. Arthur Selyn Hollis as siblings of the bride. After a brief tour, the newlyweds will live at 20 Tennyson Street in Somerville. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. C. K. Horne of Malden and Grace A. Tucker of Boston along with H. D. Leonard and Caroline B. Nichols.
At the Salem meeting the Aldermen refused to confirm Pank by the city marshal replacing John. They also rejected the mayor's new appointments and renominated Packard for marshal along with previously named nominees.
About 800 Harvard alumni from the classes of 1891 and 1895 gathered last evening to renew friendships and reminisce, despite a fire on the top floor and dampened excitement from water dousing. Toastmaster Robert Raymond led speakers including Jacob Wendell and F. R. Bangs, with themes on ministry, ladies, the Spanish War, and physicians. A second dinner for the class of 1862 contrasted with earlier feasts, as older graduates observed quieter scenes at Young's Hotel.
A Boston Music Hall wire report previews Harvard Crimson boat races at New London and notes large audiences for The Burgomaster and The Tyranny of Tears. Also highlights Everhart’s hoop act at Boston Music Hall and a busy vaudeville bill at Norumbega Park and other venues with famed spirals and eccentric acts.
In a ceremony at Our Lady of Perpetual Help yesterday morning, Miss Maret Geer trude Donovan, daughter of Mr and Mrs Thomas Donovan of 32 Francis Street, married Mr Michael O Donnell a prominent merchant of Crossag. Rev Father White officiated. Bridesmaid was Theresa Donovan and maid of honor Josephine Donovan. Best man was John H Waters. The gown featured cerulean veiling and white chiffon with blue trim. After a wedding breakfast at the bride’s home, the couple plans an extended trip to Buffalo and the Northwest.
Col. Pike of Port Lewis Mauritius writes about a coffee adverse tale and the recovery after switching to Postum. He claims coffee harmed his eyesight and nervous system, then improved after stopping coffee and using a coffee substitute. He asserts long term health improvements and urges others to avoid coffee.
A colored waiter, W. J. Ra Bilot Siott, was bitten on the finger during an afternoon incident at a Pleasant location. He required medical attention and treatment at a hospital hours after the event.
Unknown text fragment referencing Boston and June with unclear details. No coherent events, names, or places readable enough to identify. Cannot determine subject or outcome from the existing OCR snippet.
A garbled weather account describes heat near the morning, noting sun rays and rising thermometer readings. The piece hints at a heat wave effect with sea-cooled air and shifting winds though many words are unreadable and facts unclear.
The hot weather sent thousands to the North Shore with Crescent Beach attracting over 10 000 visitors on a midweek day. Visitors from afar attended the annual Christian Science convention while the water reached 74 degrees and bath houses stayed open late for city bathers.
Readable text mentions a tonic named AROLA claimed to cure complexion issues and improve health. No verifiable evidence or details about origin, ingredients, or endorsements are provided.
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