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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1901

Page

3

Winners Announced in Calera Pett Contest

This week’s contest closes Friday at 6 PM. Winners include John J. Kelley of Chelsea Street and Abraham Shankman of Spruce Street among many others listed by address, city blocks, and streets across Cambridge, Roxbury, Dorchester, Chelsea, Somerville, and surrounding areas.

John J. Kelley Chelsea St Chsn Henry C. Ambsler Dunlow St. B F. Billings Dudley At Cam Ives Buresh Spring St Fred H. Pinnon Chan Franklin St Can Berkowi Rh & Henderson Harry Roche Mandfield Cers Sullivan

Out of the Mail Bag Contest Submissions

Letters from readers praise the Sunday Post and urge votes for young Sir-Credit J. R. Hamilton Jr. and other contestants. Contributors claim family ties to prior prize winners and request credits for subscriptions and coupons.

Sunday Post Sir—Credit J. R. Hamilton, Jnr Ruggles Street Newsdealers Annie M. Gardner Woodward Street South Boston John J. Gardner Morris L. Davis Dock Square POST

Cambridge Voter Letters Contain Sixteen Votes

William H. Peterson of Cambridge submits sixteen votes cut from the Boston Sunday Post dated March 10. He asks credit for the clipping and praises the Post as a paper to be highly regarded on Sundays and weekdays.

Cambridge Sunday Post Boston Sunday Post William H. Peterson Cherrycourt WM. H. Peterson

A Roxbury Candidate

A roxbury candid ate note enclosing fifteen votes and credit to Edward Duggan for the tally.

Roxbury Sunday Post Sir—Inclosed Edward Duggan

Prize Promotions Encourage Early Coupon Submissions

The notice urges participation in weekly competitions with sixty eight prizes paid by check. Winners receive funds promptly each week. Groups may combine coupons but must send under one name to qualify. Early participation is advised as top prizes may go to small collections in initial weeks.

Boston Sunday Post Daily Post Sunday Post New England

Collins Seen Moving Amid Baseball Contract Talks

Boston sports chatter follows Manager James Collins as he leaves town for Worcester with no announced destination. Players like Jesse Burkett and Cy Young are linked to the new Boston team as contract talks and license details unfold at Huntington avenue grounds.

James Collins Mn Collins Worcester Jesse Burkett St. Louis Commonwealth Burkett Chick” Stahl Huntington Avenue Cole Collins Boston Billings Buffalo Touraine Wright & Ditson Gammons Brown University Fred Woodcock Brown Luther Taylor New York Connie Mack Philadelphia Taylor Mack Board of Aldermen Somers Cy” Young Young

Lawyer on option clause sparks league opinion in Cleveland

In Cleveland on March 12 attorney John G Johnson argues the National League renewal clause is valid. Vice-President Somers seeks legal opinion from Charles Higley of the American League, who says each case must stand on its merits and injunctions are unlikely in league disputes.

Cleveland John G. Johnson Philadelphia National League Somers American League Today Charles Higley Higley American Jon G G. Johnson Rogers Johnson

Malcolm Sold for 1975 at Cambria Race Meet

The day’s sales include a 2:20 1-4 pace won by M. Pitavne ton with Allen Risk and Hart trotter in 2:21 1-4, driven by A. Johnson of New York, total receipts listed as 1716 dollars.

SUN Ss Cambria Ay Sones Bae Snonier M. Pitavne Ton Pacer Allen Risk Hart Trotter A. Johnson New York

St. Andrews Wins 7-3 Over Lincoln House in Late Game

St. Andrews and Lincoln House played a late Monday match with St. Andrews defeating Lincoln House 7 to 3 at Lincoln House.

St. Andrews Lincoln House

Chamber of Commerce Pro Team Misses St. Spine Match

A chamber pro bowling team failed to appear for a scheduled match last night at St. Spine. The opposing team and spectators were left waiting as the default was recorded.

Chamber of Comeneres St. Spine Ac Ns

Lipton Turns to America for Shamrock II Blocks

Glasgow reports Watson, designer of the cup challenger, ordered all blocks from an American firm to equip Shamrock II. Captain Wringe arrived to fit out Shamrock I. After fitting, he will proceed to the Solent to await the new challenger. First local races between Shamrock II and Shamrock I will be off Cowes in May.

Glasgow Watson Wringe Solent Cowes

Vardon Won’t Return to the United States

The open golf champion Harry Vardon will not return to the United States and will make his permanent home in England. A cable from Alexander H. Findlay in the city confirms the decision, disappointing American golf followers who hoped he would visit for exhibitions this year. There remains a chance he may defend his title at the U S open at Myopia.

Harry Vardon United States England Alexander H. Findlay Vardon America Hoowever

Tennessee racing dates clash spurs breeders to push ten day limit

Nashville report says breeders urge Legislature to limit racing to ten days per track and no more than twice a year, as another bill seeks to prohibit racing and makes it a misdemeanor offense.

Nashville Tenn Memphis

Boston University Forms Baseball Team With Stone Named Captain

At a mass meeting of liberal arts men, Boston University voted to field a baseball team. H. Stone of Keene New Hampshire was elected captain. he is a junior and a two year varsity player, position catcher. Walter Merritt of Marlboro is manager and Theta Delta Chi member.

Liberal Arts Department Boston University Witfield H. Stone Keene, N. H Mr. Stone Walter H. Merritt Marlboro Theta Delta Chi Fraternity Bannon Hartwell Woodward Hopkins Crawford Shafer Cory Kline Parker Baker Newton Y. M. C. A Newton Comany BE South Framingham Soraenes Y. M. Cy. A Springfield Williston Seminary Williston Amherst Boston Somerville L. S Somerville Brown Providence Watertown

Boston University Law School trial selects debate team

A trial debate to choose BU Law School’s entrants for a contest with Brown University was held last night before a large student audience. Judges included C. J. Jenny, Samuel C. Bennett, Charles E. Dow, Edward A. Regan, and Robert H. Newcombe, with Franklin of Boston as alternate. The topic was the statement that trusts benefit the community.

Boston University Law School Brown University Isaac Rich Stuents Mr. C. J. Jenny Samuel C. Bennett Law School Charles E. Dow Waterville Me Edward A. Regan Dorchester Robert H. Newcombe Worcester Franklis Boston

Hadley Modifies Warnings On Trusts And Revolution

Yale President A T Hadley addressed the Technology Club on Newbury Street reflecting on General Frenis A Walker's reminiscences. He cited Walker's view that predictions of total industrial change recur about every decade and that major strikes at Homestead and Pullman did not alter the overall system.

A. T. Hadley Yale Thes Technology .Club Newbury Street Hadley Frencis A. Walker Walker Homestead Pullman

Boxing Gossip Sparks in Men's Club and Boxing Plans

The column recounts a setback for Ben De Barry after a quick loss to Billy Gardner amid criticized match payouts. It notes future bouts and potential fights for Gardner, plus updates on fighters like Patsey Haley, Mike Sullivan, Beattie, Lenard, and Curley, with mentions of Dwyer, Ryan, and others and a note on a pigeon racing purse.

Ben de Barry BJ Gardner de Barry Gardner Billy Gardner Kid Broad J Hamilton Terry McGovern Jack Dwyer New England Mike Snee P. Walsh South Boston Tommy Ryan Thomas Youngs Syracuse N. Y George Jansen Daly John Sheehan Harold J. Packard Monmouth Jeffries Corbett McCoy Kid McCoy Lynn Mose Hanlon Mose Denny Murphy Maffit Flaherty Arch Street Will Curl Brockton Lenard Jim Judge Sullivan Joseph A. Smith B. H. Benton Rob Roy

Hebrew Association of Janauschek Holds Sixth Annual Bill

The Hebrew Association of Janauschek held its sixth annual event at neerkeley Hall. The ceremony opened with installation of new officers led by Robert Frankston as floor director, with Albert Mf. Jacks as president Israel Frankston Samuel Kohler as vice presidents, Robert Frankston as secretary and treasurer Minnie Mysel among the attendees.

Hebrew Association of

Regulations For North Carolina Amateur Racing Season

A. G. Batchelder, chairman of the board of control, issues fees rules for riders. Riders must dress neatly with no sleeveless shirts and attendants kept off track. Protests require written notice, a $2 deposit, and must be filed within 24 hours. External figures Edward Everett Pidgeon and colleagues discuss expectations for the Pan-American Exposition cycling races and plans to field teams.

A. G. Batchelder Board of Control N.C. A Doras Board of Eavents Board of Appeals N. A Edward Everett Pidgeon Eastern New York Pidgeon Udney Marks Walters Chase

Solons Inspect Slums On North End Tenements

A legislative committee on cities led by Senators Morrison Manning and Chamberlain toured Boston’s North End tenement districts. They found fire escapes blocked by household goods and poor sanitary conditions. They visited Hamcock tavern, Copp’s Hill, and the Columbia Theatre, ending with a performance of The Burgomaster.

North End Andrew H. Morrison David Manning Layed B. Chamberlain Freeman O.dmereon Edward H. Keith Frank M. Chece John N. Baill Thomas J. Dillon David P. Waters Wallace Spooner Frank B. Wetherell William R. Salter William M Salem Street Wiget Street North Margin Street Prince Street Rty Copp’s Hill Tileston Street Webster Place Canny Place Damiano’s Columbia Theatre

Roxbury Dancers Hurd Gurdy Party At Walnut Hall

A Roxbury Young Men's Advance Club event drew about 300 couples to Walnut Hall for a hurdy gurdy party. Organizers included H Silverman A Levy H Hanauer O C Goldberg S B Leven thal and Simon Rosnosky. Attendees included I Rosnosky L Abrams J Lyons B I Segool L Berman Bertha Pink Mary Leventhal Goldie Webber Sadie Webber Stella Dann and the Feldman girls.

Young Men’s Advance Club Roxbury Walnut Hall Walnut Avenue H. Silverman A. Levy H. Hanauer O. C. Goldberg S. B. Leventhal Simon Rosnosky I. Rosnosky L. Abrams J. Lyons 8B. I

Mr. Davids Recital At Chelsea Academy Of Music

Walter David presented a recital at the Chelsea Academy of Music with assistance from the Cary Glee Club Professor W E Floyd Eva Bartlett Macy banjoist Jennie Trecartin Marte Een violinist and Chick Fox among others in a notable evening of instrumental and vocal performances.

Chelsea Academy of Music Walter David Cary Glee Club W. E. Floyd Eva Bartlett ‘Macy Jennie Trecartin Marte ‘Een Chick Fox

Personal tragedy in Orange claims J A Blake

Orange March 12 report states 22 year old J A Blake shot himself and died instantly. The incident is described as a self inflicted death.

J. A. Blake Orange

French riflemen decline Sea Girt centennial challenge

The Union of the French Rifle Societies, meeting in Paris, declines the National Rifle Association invitation to compete at Sea Girt for the centennial trophy citing expense. Ambassador Cambon conveyed the invitation.

Paris Union of the French Rifle Societies National Rifle Association of America Sea Girt Cambon

Polo Results From Three City Matches

Polo results from East Weymouth and Plymouth show East Weymouth beating Lawrence with three goals, Plymouth defeating Clinton by one goal, and Brockton defeating Salem in Brockton. The events list scores and venues across three city matches.

East Weymouth Lawrence Plymouth Clinton Brockton—Salem Brockton

Yale Athlete Denies Using Harness in Strength Test

Charles A. Carver of Yale, 190, disputes Dr. Sargent of Harvard. He says he did not use a harness and asserts his results in back lift and chest and arm tests surpassed Harvard figures. He questions if his strength test would be accepted at Harvard Law School.

Yale Chicago Charrles A. Carver Strich Drr. Sargent Harvard Harvar Dr. Sargent Harvard Law School

Tobacco Habit Remedy Promises Pleasant Quitting Aid

A tasteless remedy claims to curb cravings for cigarettes and tobacco by being mixed into food or drink. It offers a painless, non nervous method to quit and invites free trial packages via Rogers Drug and Chemical Co., Cincinnati Ohio.

Rogers Drug and Chemical Co Fifth & Face Sts Cincinnati Ohio

Mayor Hart Snubbed at Real Estate Exchange Banquet

Report says Mayor Hart was not invited to the Real Estate Exchange eleventh annual banquet at the Algonquin Club last Tuesday in February. The mayor denied receiving an invitation and hinted the incident may reflect snub or neglect, with public discussion and no record of regret from city officials.

Real Estate Exchange Algonquin Club Bird Color of New York Hart Boston Tor

Chelsea Officials Face Setback Over Salary Increases

Mayor Gould vetoed salary orders sought by Aldermen amid heavy taxpayer opposition. Alderman Young pressed to reconsider the city insurance with a firms in Chelsea, arguing the mayor usurped authority as head of buildings. Young threatened to present the facts to the grand jury, but the matter was ruled out of order.

Chelsea Gould Board of Aldermen Alderman Young City Insurance Young James

Dalton Charged With Assault Near Orient Heights

Charles Dalton of Fleet Street was arrested yesterday for assaulting Toney Dominic with a knife at Orient Heights. Dominic received two cuts in the cheek.

Charles Dalton Fleet Street Toney Dominic Orient Heights Dominic

Irish boxer Patsy Sweeney defeats Sam Philipps for decision

Patsy Sweeney of Ireland delivers seven round beating to Sam Philipps of Buffalo at the Phenix A. C. event in Memphis. Philipps repeatedly went down and failed to land blows, and Sweeney earned the decision.

Memphis Tenn Patsy Sweeney Ireland Sam Philipps Buffalo Phenix A. C Philipps

Inventor touts Dr Sanden Electric Belt cure for weakness

A historical ad pitches an electric belt as a permanent cure for weakness and impotency. The inventor claims 95 percent success over thirty years and urges readers to judge by testimonials from cured patients.

Dr. Sanden

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