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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1902
Page
8
The Yale and Harvard freshmen eight battled to the finish in a two and a half mile race. Yale led at the half mile, then Harvard surged ahead by the mile and a half flag. Final times were Yale 12:12 and Harvard 12:17, with both crews exchanging leads in a dramatic, high‑tension duel.
Senate hearing transcript shows Admiral Dewey stating Manila surrendered to him after the Spanish fleet was sunk under a prior understanding with the Spanish Governor-General. He details firing upon request, Aguinaldo's arrival and limited recognition, and his view that Filipinos were capable of self-government, while stressing cooperation with Aguinaldo and the Filipinos as allies in the war.
The Rev Dr M J Splaine welcomed at Central Hall Watertown by Knights of Columbus in a reception and banquet. Grand Knight W P McGuire presided as Fr Splaine spoke on Knights work in America and Europe and democracy. Local clergy guests included Fathers Cullen Kelliher Farrell Loughlin Ryan Sheridan Madden Splaine. Arrangement committee named. Musical program closed the evening.
Professor Fred Reis arrested in New York on larceny charges is believed to be the Malden mind reader Harris. He allegedly stole $1000 from Mrs D Levine after telling her she had money and sealing an envelope. A nurse, Maria Meiser of German Hospital, says Reis took $800 in a prior charge.
Roosevelt remarked Yale would likely win as their crew rowed stronger than the Dolphin. He acknowledged Yale's superiority and warned he would retaliate in New York on Saturday. A correspondent shouted a response, prompting the President to hurry back down the steps.
Yale defeats Harvard in a tight race as Yale leads from three miles, finishes in 20:20 to Harvard 20:33, with Yale's crews showing steadier strokes and smoother catches. Freshman and varsity events follow with Harvard taking the four and Yale edging the freshman two minds.
Yale's winning crew line up features Russell Bogue from Brooklyn as stroke, Walter Cross of Fitchburg at No. 7, captain Philip Kunzig from Philadelphia at No. 6, Clarence Weymouth from Lock Haven as a top all round athlete at No. 5, Charles Judson from Ansonia at No. 4, Rollin Coffin from New York at No. 2, and Cornelius Daly listed as No. 2 with prior varsity and freshman experience, detailing heights weights ages and preparatory schools.
The St Paul School in Concord New Hampshire names a 20-year-old rowing captain who stands 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 111 pounds and steered the freshman crew last season.
A heavy southeast gale and rain began at sundown in Halifax on June 2. Winds reached 40 miles per hour, telegraph wires were damaged in parts of the country, and ships were unable to go to sea.
The adjourned hearing on the East Boston grade crossing matter did not occur yesterday because Chief Counsel Hear of the Boston and Albany could not attend. Chairman Wiggin believes further public hearings will be unnecessary as all parties in interest have practically come to an agreement.
The Gaelic League held its quarterly festival in Union Park Hall with about two hundred members present. The evening featured singing and speaking in English and Gaelic, Irish jigs and American waltzes, with Thomas J. Griffin addressing the gathering. Messrs Fannitin and Isyneh performed a medley of airs, Miss Anastasia Lynch sang, and Pp J. O Daly recited in Irish including a tale of the travels of the ae.
Miss Katherine Howard Wester daughter of Henry Webster of Brookline and Dudley Lathrop Loomis a Harvard student were quietly married on June 11 at the home of the Rev Leonard K Storrs rector of St Pauls Church The ceremony took place in Brookline at a private residence with a clergyman in attendance.
A Harvard president thanks supporters after a New Haven game. Reporter's boat stays near the Dolphin as crimson streamers and flags glow in the sun. Teddy Jr Kermit and Little Ethel helped decorate the deck in crimson colors with their father’s consent.
President Roosevelt leaves New London aboard the Dolphin at 10 pm and heads to Washington arriving around 1 30 am. He is joined by General Leonard Wood and aides as the party boards a private car. crowd cheers as the President expresses gratitude and remarks on the splendid day and a hoped for Roosevelt victory. The Dolphin carrying Mrs Roosevelt and the children sails to Oyster Bay tomorrow.
Thomas D. Washburn Edward N. Goding and Carleton Hunneman valued the estate of the late Julian B. French. The personal property is listed at 3488 80536 and the realty at 91017. The total estate value amounts to 459 322 36.
Horace Runey, 19, an East Somerville lad jailed after stealing a carriage ride from Dr. F. G. Smith, attempts self harm, cuts arm, then withdraws appeal and accepts sentence. He is moved to a basement cell, then to the House of Correction after a suicide attempt by hanging from suspenders.
In Port of Spain on June 26 the French cruiser Cuchet secured the release of seven French citizens detained by Venezuela authorities at Carupano Bermudes. The action marks a diplomatic moment as the prisoners are freed without reported incident.
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