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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1901
Page
12
The fourth class of the Victorian Order has been conferred on Cona's Horse. The King of Greece and the Crown Prince of Denmark received the honorary grand cross of the Victorian Order.
Thomas J. Burns, the man accused of murdering his wife in South Boston, was photographed for the police gallery yesterday as part of the identification process.
Back Bay residents push for asphalt across streets while Arlington likely wooden pavement is favored by Superintendent Wheeler. Boylston and Beacon are expected to be asphalted, Marlboro may be macadam. petitions circulate seeking signatures.
The Senate adjourned today after an executive session. Mr Hoar of Mass offered a resolution urging the president to inform the committee of the Senate about its status. Mr Morgan of Ala objected to immediate consideration saying Senator Mitchell of Oregon would be here tomorrow and that the Senate should remain in session until then. No business of importance was transacted in open session.
The cabinet discussed Philippine affairs in Cuba reform and Spanish claims while noting improved conditions. A Senate military committee set up a sub committee to probe charges against Lieutenant Colonel Hedstand over alleged hemp control schemes with government officials, Hawley to chair.
JUDGESHIP FOR LONG WASHINGTON March 8 The President may appoint a vice may a potential candidate to the Supreme bench. Justice Gray is aged and may retire soon after key decisions on the Porto Rico and Philippines cases.
Washington March 8 Former United States Senator Carter of Montana has been appointed by the President as a United States commissioner for the St Louis exposition and has accepted the post which carries a salary of 5000 dollars a year.
Secretary Long will award adequate rewards to officers who distinguished themselves in China the Philippines and Samoa. Captain B H McCalla led the Seymour expedition relief in Pekin, Captain J T Myers commanded the Pacific guard in Pekin, Major Aller and others to be advanced. Letters of commendation for many officers and Marine corps rewards follow. Enlisted men to be cared for and medals of honor with $100 gratuity each to those who qualify.
The will of Rosa McCann on file in the probate office leaves the residue of the estate in equal shares to the Home for Destitute Catholics and to the Little Poor in this city.
Arthur and Co sell 22 98 feet at Harvard and Verndale Brookline to Century Buildings Trust for $120 000. Six three story stone and brick apartment houses to be built with one entrance for each Campos office. Boston Construction Co. awarded a contrasting project.
New York March 8 A new twelve story hotel costing 700000 dollars will rise on the east side of Seventh avenue near Fifty ninth street for Charles F Rogers.
The Rev Dr Mark Trafton longtime Somerville resident and former Know Nothing era congressman died yesterday after a brief illness at his home 20 Chester Street West Somerville He was 90 years old.
In San Juan de Porto Rico last night a riot erupted as five artillerymen and a corporal named Hiscock left their guard post and charged into the plaza. They fired into the air, dispersed a mob of about 1500, and rescued School Superintendent Armstrong who had been besieged in a nearby house. The unrest followed a school incident where Armstrong reprimanded a 10 year old girl, allegedly tearing her dress and prompting charges of abuse.
Dr Schenk in Vienna releases a second book asserting maternal influence on sex and proposing a preliminary aluminous diet for women seeking male offspring. The work follows his resignation from prior posts amid medical opposition and reports twenty one successful cases alongside fifteen previously noted.
A crowd of boys and adults confronted Superintendent Armstrong and police escort, stoning them as they fled to the Intendencia. Governor Allen ordered dispersal, but the Mayor resisted. Insular police intervened at 6 pm after artillerymen dispersed rioters. about 100 shots were fired, with no casualties.
A quorum of Republican lawmakers is expected at the Fifth Avenue Hotel tomorrow in York. Senator Platt arrives from Washington tonight. Local Republicans anticipate a final decision on the matters before the Legislature convenes next Monday night.
John 8. Gittell historian and journalist died early today at his home in Ahio city aged.
In Taunton Probate Court Judge Fuller overruled Hetty Green’s objection to disputed accounts of Edward Mott Robinson’s New York estate. The decree approves the account showing about $560,000 in receipts and payments with no balance in this state. The case proceeds to the Supreme Court.
The Paperhangers Union invites all members to an open meeting Monday evening at their hall 724 Washington Street. The session aims to boost membership and discuss the pending price list. Entertainment refreshments and a pleasant time are promised.
State House rumors say the investigation into the Boston Police Board may abruptly end. Met affairs committee favors Baker bill against proceeding, while McNary’s four commissioner board bill would be considered next. Baker and Chairman Clark avoided contact at City Hall after talks.
New York March John Quinn a motorman was arrested today on suspicion of murdering David Forsythe conductor of his car Forsythe was found dead beside his car after being robbed
John D. Crimmins issued a strong statement opposing a state police bill in New York amid reports he is favored by Platt as a fusion candidate for the upcoming fall election.
Wichita court opens a misdemeanor trial against Mrs Cam rie Nation for alleged destruction of property in a joint raid. Her presence was waived and she remains in the Tones jail as jurors are selected and the court takes a recess.
Pittsburg March 8 officials announced that the Jobbers Association awarded the American Window Glass open order for 776 boxes at a price the highest ever paid in the window glass industry. The value is reported at $3,000 or more.
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