This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 27 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1898
Page
2
A Brooklyn judge died four days after sudden illness in church on December 5 1897. Doctors cited Bright's disease as the underlying condition and warned many miss early symptoms. the text touts Warner's Safe Cure as a cure-all.
The American line steamer Paris, sailing from New York March 2 under Captain Watkins, had not reached Southampton by late today. Agents believe fog caused the delay, reinforced by a report that Waesland met heavy fog in the English Channel. A tug was sent to the Needles to await Paris, but weather remains very thick.
John F. Nickerson Company relocated from 67 69 Commercial to Fulton street drawing about 8000 visitors from New England. Managers John F. Nickerson E F Taylor Winslow B Taylor and William B Kempton welcomed guests to a six floor 10000 square foot building praising the Commonwealth Java Coffee. Each guest received a 5 cent George W Childs cigar.
New York Washington Philadelphia regions offer a seven day personally conducted tour by special Wagner palace cars departing April 1. All excuses 25 dollars. Special car from New York April 7 8 and 9 with no extra cost for extended stays in Washington or New York. Itinerary by D N Bell tourist agent 205 Washington street Boston.
The first batch of fifty ten inch shells arrived from Mystic Wharf for guns at Fort Warren and Long Island Head. Thirty shells went to Long Island Head and twenty to Fort Warren as officials deny new emplacements or contracts in Boston Harbor.
The Navy Department ordered fifty six millimeter rapid fire automatic guns from Colt. Eight arrived at the Brooklyn Navy Yard for inspection, with two mounted for Gunner Gilmartin. The belt fed gun fires 200 shells a minute and can sweep a battleship deck in minutes. Forty two more guns arrive next week for cruisers and merchant ships.
In a chaotic bout the fighters exchanged blows with Sharkey fouling repeatedly and Joe Choynski delivering solid jabs and uppercuts. The referee ruled a draw after Sharkey’s late wild tactics provoked police to escort him from the ring.
Riots tied to plague measures in Bombay result in nine rioters killed and twenty two injured. Civilian casualties include seventeen, plus four European and four native policemen and a municipal inspector who shot himself. One hundred nine arrests recorded as Hindoos and Muhammedans close shops in protest.
Bead of infant discovered in a brook at Waverly by two boys this afternoon. The wrapped body was sent to the Cambridge Medical Examiner by Belmont police for investigation.
Captain Dugan received a Buffalo telegram stating the party would reach Boston at 7:30 a.m. and that Tebbitt is quite a sick man. Chief Watts must travel by easy stages.
An Italian sociable will be held at the rooms of the Italian Methodist Church Cross and Hanover streets entrance 84 Cross street on Monday night at 8 o clock with musical literary military and other exercises.
Dr Agnew's Ointment soothes and quiets all skin eruptions common to babies during teething time and is harmless to hair. It claims cures for eczema salt rheum and skin diseases in older people. Priced 85 cents sold by Woodward & Co 52 Bromfield St and Sheppard & Co 1129 Washington St.
The Brazilian cruisers Amazonas and its unnamed sister ship are near U S control as the Maine crisis heats up The board of inquiry report is expected next week and may assign blame to the outside for the explosion The President and Congress face decision on Cuba intervention and Spain responsibility with war seemingly likely tonight according to Carleton
Cabinet moves toward acquiring two Brazilian cruisers while the House naval committee backs three new battleships in the naval appropriation bill. Secretary of War plans to create a new Department of the South with General Graham in command. headquarters set for Atlanta, including South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas.
General Wilson returns to report on fortifications in the southern coast and Tortugas defence. War Department officials reveal intensified efforts to strengthen defenses. President and Secretary Alger empower General Flagler to a full rush on war material orders. Navy hints it has secured the Amazonas and her Brazilian sister ship, with a pending final acceptance from London officials.
The government seldom endorses products yet issued a rare guarantee for O. F. C. whiskey. Each bottle is corked under government supervision and proven full proof, claiming to offer a premium, 100 cent proof spirit and urging consumers to choose the guaranteed article over inferior substitutes.
President orders strict controls on emergency appropriation of 50 million dollars for the Navy and Marine Corps. Requisitions require written statements and estimates approved by the President and Secretary. A special record must log every liability or expense.
In anticipation of a rupture with Spain, many naval officers on the retired list notified the Secretary of the Navy of their readiness to serve. Public misapprehension exists about their active duty availability in war. Statutes 1462 1463 and 1464 govern employment on active duty and enlistment in time of war.
The President with Senate consent may detail retired navy officers to command squadrons or ships during war. He may select officers not below commander to hold the rank of flag officer, receiving the same authority as senior commissioned captains. The President can assign retired officers only during war and only with Senate advice and consent.
The article notes many officers over 62 stay healthy and experienced and could aid national defense if war occurred. Rear Admiral John G. Walker, recently retired, heads the Nicaragua canal commission on special duty. After a Cabinet meeting, officials expect possible acquisition of two ships under construction for Brazil, with further steps pending an overseas inspection of vessel conditions.
The speaker notes few high quality vessels exist yet expects at least six formidable ones. He cites a $50 million wartime appropriation to be spent domestically on ships and munitions not available here. He says Britain’s stance leans toward the United States for moral support rather than active aid in the Spain dispute.
Washington March 11 article notes many Cuban settlement schemes exist but most are dismissed. A single plan proposes granting Cuba all rights, privileges and immunities enjoyed by Canada with Spain retaining only Englandlike colonial powers.
A transmitted statement argues for immediate Cuban independence and forceful backing of the demand, warning of conflict with Spain if ignored. It notes Cuba’s dire state and internal domestic quarrel, while acknowledging a New York based Cuban newspaper supporting autonomy.
The article discusses whether a compulsory arbitrator should exclude Spain and Cuba from the peace talks. It argues fair arbitrations cannot be one sided and questions pressuring Spain to halt hostilities to inform Cuban parties while protecting commercial interests.
City of Boston invites sealed proposals for house offal collection in West Roxbury District. Bids due March 21 1898 at 12 noon with $100 certified check. Three year term, city ships offal away, bidder provides horses and men, city supplies carts. Reading and map at City Hall 47. Public opening to follow. Ben J W Wells superintendent.
Captain Frank Bailey of Bath Maine, owner of the lumber barge American Eagle, was acquitted in general sessions of manslaughter in the death of eleven year old Fannie Gallagher. Gallagher drowned after an incident near a North River barge as Bailey allegedly urged a dog toward children.
The American Wringer Company advertises clothes wringers man folds and carpet sweepers with repair services for wringers and sweepers. Orders by mail or telephone will receive prompt attention.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.