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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1901
Page
2
A display of canned salmon steak Gulf shrimp and herring plus sardines from Norway offered at 10 cents. Includes red Alaska salmon and French sardines as part of a seasonal assortment for shoppers.
The listing presents prices for seafood and canned goods including Little Neck Clams Soused Mackerel French Sardines Oval Tins Salmon priced at 12¢ and Fancy Lobster Large Salmon Steak Deviled Lobster Clam Chowder Deviled Crabs with shell Scotch Kip Herring Tuany Fish and Rodels Boneless Sardines at 15¢. The bulk of items target affordable pantry staples with concise pricing.
A pamphlet promotes canned fish as wholesome or rotten depending on the label. It notes mislabeling by some dealers and touts a free delivery system reaching consumers within 60 miles of Boston. The message emphasizes varied fish goods and a free list mailed on request.
Marlboro March 1 William Wadden a member of the Third United States Cavalry now serving in the Philippines was confirmed alive today by a letter stating he was alive and well refuting reports of his death about a year ago.
The Rev. Simon W. Brown, pastor of the First Congregational Church, died in Spencer on March 1 after rheumatism suddenly reached the heart. The illness, described as sudden, ended his life this evening. He served the church for many years and was a noted local figure.
London report dated March 2 says Lord Kitchener’s war office received Pretoria dispatch March 1 noting that De Wet has been forced north of the Orange River and is now clear of Cape Colony. Two hundred prisoners were taken and eighty of Kitchener’s forces repulsed after a prolonged fight with twenty casualties and surrender by the attackers.
In the House of Commons Charles P. Scott pressed Bal four on war fears with the Transvaal and Orange Free State. Bal four replied that information was speculative or based on ex-President Steyn, and called those statements mendacious. The exchange triggered cries from Irish MPs as Bal four moved on.
General Smith reports Dorrien has captured east of Amsterdam a large stock of cattle sixty horses forty six wagons and eighty prisoners. General French adds fifty prisoners and additional stock and wagons.
Norfolk report details a Petersburg woman visiting John Warrenton in his cell on what should have been their wedding day. Warrenton, among four arrested for the murder of William Westmoreland, greeted his fiancée in the jail corridor as bridesmaids joined in a somber moment.
The full court rules Catherine Hill may legally be named beneficiary under the 1854 statute in the Catherine A. Hill versus Sacred Legion of Honor case. The decision designates Hill as memory recipient following the death of Mr Jealy, with contest from Ellen White the executrix and others.
Jeremiah Cohan pleaded guilty to robbing Thomas H. Cunning of a watch and chain on December 6. Judge Sheldon sentenced him in the Superior Criminal Court to six to ten years at hard labor in State Prison. Michael J. Manning received three years for robbing Edward McCabe of eighty seven dollars.
Dorchester's young society set filled Whiton Hall for the annual Dorchester High School battalion ball. Visiting officers from Boston area high schools attended as decor crowned the scene and parents watched from the balcony. Major M. H. Fowler directed dancing from 8:30 to midnight with a large list of attendees and officers named.
Berlin reports deny that Germany Japan and Great Britain jointly protested Russian annexation of Manchuria. The triple alliance and Britain Japan and the United States sent separate friendly representations to Chinese plenipotentiaries urging China not to concede further during peace talks. United States Ambassador White confirms accord with Germany on the matter. The German press deems the situation potentially critical for power harmony.
Report from Maria La Baja states on February 20 government troops clashed with about 600 insurgents led by Rozles. Government forces defeated the rebels, with 6 insurgents killed 30 wounded and 70 captured, while government casualties included 8 officers and 7 men killed and many wounded.
The program ran until 9 o clock with intermission supper served. The grand march was led by W. T. Try and Miss Ma MacDougall, followed by P. L. Wood and Clara Marsh. Miss MacDougall wore a white satin gown and Miss Marsh a yellow crepe dress with black velvet trimming.
Fifty spectators at a Dennis Vermuele farm sale in Pisscatway New Jersey witnessed a brutal duel between a brindle bull and a large cow in the cow yard. The cow repeatedly knocked the bull off his feet and in five minutes the fight left the bull with a torn shoulder before onlookers separated the pair. The cow remained unwounded and was sold.
The House naval affairs committee reported favorably a bill to promote enlisted Navy and Marine personnel to warrant officers, grant a $100 gratuity, and award a medal of honor for gallant conduct in China and other theaters.
A Boston group of taxpayers met at the Langham Hotel to press Sears Bill 664 to abolish the water department and roll its duties into the city’s general tax system. They claim over 60 percent potential savings, with a March 7 hearing set at the State House.
The town adopts nomination papers for officer posts and voters will choose next Monday. Nominations include Selectmen Charles G. Craib George A. Foxcroft Orlando E. Lewis Winthrop Magee J Pope Town Clerk Summner Floyd Treasurer Frank F. Cook Auditor Charles W. Howard Horace A. Magee Theobald M. McGowan Assessors of taxes One year William W. Colson Thomas Floyd two years James Bacon Sidney H. Griffin Samuel G. Irwin three years Edward 8. Freeman Collector of taxes Harold C Bartlett Georges A. Douglass Board of Health Charles R. Gardner John J. Pypnees L Belcher Charles T. ze GlapD Joghien A. Mulloy Charles P. Constable Albert L. Arkerson D Albert o Thomas Haggerston William J. Robineau Park commissioner Three years George T. si School committee Three years Benjamin W. Crosby George M. Whittaker Public library trustees Three years David Ployd Alfred Phinney
Thomas Wallace Russell, the Scotch MP for Tyrone since 1886, gains strong support from Irish leaders including Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman, John Dillon, and John Redmond for a compulsory land sale act. The move aims to force large Irish estates to sell to tenants, using eminent domain. Russell, 61, has long advocated reorganizing Ireland’s agricultural distribution and allied with Irish nationalists for land policy.
An advertisement touts Omega Oil as the proper liniment for all pains from sprains to aches in limbs and joints, claiming quick relief for thumb wrist elbow knee back shoulder hip and leg.
The Senate reconvened with packed galleries as Morgan urged quick consideration of his Nicaragua Canal amendment. Lodge of Massachusetts objected to immediate action and Morgan accused lingering Panama influence in the chamber, though he did not specify the source.
The Treasury cites exports from U S ports to South Africa for the British army from Oct 1899 to Jan 31 1901 totaling 26 595 692 in value including horses mules wheat flour canned beef and gunpowder with detailed totals for each item and no steps taken to curb lawful shipments. The list includes horses mules wheat gasoline spirits and firearms among others with values enumerated.
Senator Platt submitted the Cuba relations committee report on irregularities in Cuba detailing extensive investigations. The panel found the information complete and urged no further inquiry, noting Cuban postal revenue frauds are under Cuban court review. The inquiry cost 14934 dollars.
At the Cabinet meeting the entire panel submitted resignations to take effect upon confirmation of successors. All will be reappointed except Attorney General Griggs, who will not serve beyond the coming four years.
Erie 41 says it is now believed Parlip C enone of Pittsburg recels a comment about the Cuban situation. The report notes a conference where the topic was discussed and the speaker’s identity appears uncertain.
A provisional mixed militia regiment from Massachusetts will attend the inaugural in Washington next Monday. Major Charles P. Nutter will command with Captain W. E. Lombard as chief of staff. The Boston and Cambridge batteries, Malden and Charlestown units, and others form three battalions. A Boston street parade precedes travel. Dress is fatigue with white collars and gloves. overcoats worn in travel and parade. The band will perform nightly in Washington.
Admiral Dewey has improved enough to parade in the inaugural events. He will ride in the procession with General Miles and sit near the President in the reviewing stand.
Gardner F. Wells, longtime superintendent of the Ol Colony South Shore Boston division with Rockland HQ, is appointed general manager of the Brockton and Plymon Street Railway Company and ends his ties with the Old Colony Company.
Dover March 1 Addicks received 22 votes for the U S Senate short term, five short of the required majority. He carried the support of Wilmington independents Hitchen and Robertson, two Republican representatives.
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