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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1896

Page

2

National Guardlines Debated as Congress Seeks Militia Reform

New York dispatch reports debate over bills to create a United States National Guard, arguing for national recognition and annual funding of 1 to 3 million dollars. It tallies state votes, analyzes per capita costs, and warns of reorganizing existing state forces into a national framework.

New York Congress United States’ National Guard Landwehr’ Reserve Germany United States National Guard United States National Guard Massachusetts Organized Militia Chicago New France Russia England

Tuberculine Attacked in Berlin Meeting

At a Balneologic Society gathering, eminent professors denounced Dr. Kochs tuberculine as dangerous and discredited. Liebereich and Hauzmann challenged its efficacy while noting natural recovery. The debate followed word of a forthcoming Koch publication advocating tuberculine.

Berlin Balneologic Society Dr. Koch Liebereich Hauzmann Nature

Liquor Raids Seize Beer and Arrest Proprietor in Pawtucket

Police from Pawtucket and Central Falls raided the Attleboro House on Broadway capturing beer liquor and arresting proprietor Albert H Crowningshield who was arraigned and bound over for trial on Tuesday. In Central Falls Captain Goldsmith and three officers raided Eugene Sullivan's licensed saloon finding a pitcher of beer and two men drinking with no arrests.

Pawtucket R. IL Central Falls Captain Rice Attleboro House Broadway Albert H. Crowningshield Alguilty Captain Goldsmith Eugene Sullivan Central Street

Not Retired From the Army His Marriage and Its Result

Lieutenant Clarence E. Lang of the Second Artillery remains in service after the Army Retiring Board at Governor’s Island declined to retire him. The decision follows his third appearance before the board amid disputed claims about his health and a misreported marriage episode at West Point. Lang sought only leave for rest and recovery, and he affirmed no wish to leave the army.

New York Clarence E. Lang Second Artillery Army Retiring Board Governor’s Island Lang Byrne Ward Worth Pennington Hoff Henry D. Noyes Secretary of War Grant Hall West Point

Hibernian Parade Planned After County AOH Convention

Suffolk County Ancient Order of Hibernians schedules a parade in conjunction with a concert and lecture next Sunday at the Boston Theatre. Delegates from 35 divisions attend the Dexter Hall convention with over 2000 tickets sold to members. A three person committee Cronin Ryan Murphy will handle arrangements.

Suffolk County Order of Hibernians Order Boston Theatre Dexter Hall Wells Memorial Building Cronin J. A. Ryan James A. Murphy

Emigrant Aid Parade Plans Led by William J Cronin

The order to assist incoming emigrants and arrange aid for friendless travelers will be led by chief marshal William J Cronin. Members meet at Hibernian Hall Boston and march to the Boston Theatre with route and staff to be named this week.

William J. Cronin Order Hibernian Hall Hanover Street Boston Theatre

Hibernian Total Abstinence Association Meets at Carrol Hall

The regular monthly meeting of the Hibernian Total Abstinence Association was held at Carrol Hall on Harrison Avenue with Vice President Maurice Dinneen presiding. New members admitted include Timothy McSweeney Daniel O'Brien and John D Fahey. Resolutions mourn Governor Frederic T Greenhalge noting his temperance work and sympathy for his family were adopted.

Hibernian Total Robert Emmet Faneuil Hall William F. Murray James G. Blaine Henry W. Grady John Boyle O'Reilly Mr. Murray B. D. Connelly John D. Fahey D. P. Harrington Edmund Phelan James A. Murphy Timothy McSweeney James E. Skinnell Frederic T. Greenhalge Commonwealth

American Wringer Company Ad in Boston Listing

The American Wringer Company advertises wringers and Bissell carpet sweepers with repairs offered and delivered at no extra charge. Located at 13 and 16 Broadway extension and 29 and 31 Corn Hill, Boston. Write or telephone Tremont 764.

American Wringer Company Broadway Extension Cornhill Boston

House on piles at Oakland estuary built by clam digger Peter

Peter the clam digger occupies a makeshift bungalow perched on four old pier piles 200 feet from shore. The structure rests on eaten timber and lacks comfort or safety with a rope ladder entry and a cracked stove. He gathers clams at low tide and sells them in town, sleep and life amid a perilous, ramshackle home.

Peter San Francisco Call Oakland Estuary Penter

Victorian Steamer Victorian Arrives After Delay Off English Coast

Rumors of the freighter Victorian’s disablement were dispelled as she safely reached East Boston from Liverpool after two days of heavy gales. Passengers include Arthur E. Carson and Annie Sullivan, plus two stowaway Americans. Other liners and crew changes noted. spring sailing resumes as East Boston fleet thaws out for the season.

Shepherd Liverpool Boston Light Boston Arthur E. Carson Carl H. Carson Annie A. Sullivan Fanny Comeau W. W. Linton Henry Heber United States Michigan Oxford J. Murphy McAdam Glasgow Harvest Home Lamone Brown Chelsea Sullivan East Boston Paterson Furness Madura Newton Halifax City Halifax N. S London London City Chicago City Bruce McLean S. G. Hart Hayti William Smith Lewis Wharf Nellie

Massachusetts Dispensary No 9 Dover Street Adverts Cure Claim

Boston readers are urged to consult the Massachusetts Dispensary at 9 Dover Street for cures of blood skin kidney bladder and related diseases. The ad promises guaranteed cures in curable cases and notes patient testimonials. Appointments are scheduled on Tuesdays and Saturday evenings with limited hours.

Boston Wartham St A J. New P

Ethel McClellan of East Boston to wed March 25

East Boston resident Ethel McClellan prepares for a happy event on March 25 as The Landsman social column notes a forthcoming marriage or engagement event in local life.

Ethel McClellan East Boston Landsman

Elks Elect Officers At Boston Lodge Annual Meeting

The Boston Lodge of Elks elected officers for the coming year: Exalted ruler Thomas J. Barry, leading knight M. Ambrose Hannon, loyal knight Charles A. Kelley, lecturing knight Arthur M. Downs, secretary George M. Hosmer, treasurer Alfred B. Heath, tyler George A. Morse, trustee Albert C. Smith for three years, with Barry as Grand Lodge representative and Hosmer as alternate. Barry was presented a full set of table silver by past exalted ruler William A. Blossom, and he thanked the members in return.

Boston Lodge of Elks Thomas J. Barry M. Ambrose Hannon Charles A. Kelley Arthur M. Downs George M. Hosmer Alfred B. Heath Tyler George A. Morse Albert C. Smith Grand Lodge William A. Blossom Mr. Barry the Elks

City to install new Chelsea signal system

Chelsea police expect aldermen to approve funding for a new signal system. A telephone network has operated until midnight for six months. Twenty boxes will begin the service and full operation is planned by mid June as a cost saving measure.

Chelsea

Waltham Aldermen Set Meet. Likely City Engineer, Health Board Actions

In Waltham on March 15 the Board of Aldermen will hear the Mayor respond to charges by ex-City Solicitor Ludden. Bertram Brewer and Dr. Mosher await confirmation for city engineer and Board of Health respectively, with Nomination Committee backing Dr. Mosher but uncertain on Brewer. Desmond’s past rejection as city engineer due to non residency may influence Brewer’s fate, and new nominations are expected.

Waltham Board of Aldermen Ludden Bertram Brewer Mosher Board of Health Brewer Desmond

Class B teaching certificates exam in Boston

Candidates for the Class B grammar school certificate to teach in Boston public schools and those for kindergarten qualification will be examined Friday and Saturday April 17 and 18 at the Normal School hall at Dartmouth and Appleton streets. Examinations start Friday at 9 o clock a. m. Attendance required both days. Special grade certificates in drawing wood working cookery sewing phonography and penmanship examined at the same time and place. Those wishing details should request a circular from Phineas Bates secretary of the Board of Supervisors Mason Street Boston Mass.

Boston Normal School Dartmouth Appleton Screets Phineas Bates Board of Supervisors Mason Street Mass

Fire damages Palmer dwelling owned by Maria Lawrence

A house in Palmer owned by Mrs. Maria Lawrence and occupied by Edward B. Sparrow burned this noon due to clothes near the stove. Building loss $600 with no insurance. Furniture damaged, estimated at $1,000 with $1,000 insurance.

Palmer Maria Lawrence Edward B. Sparrow

Borchgrevink Leads Antarctic Expedition for a Year

Norwegian explorer Borchgrevink plans a year on Antarctica with eleven followers to reach the south magnetic pole and report findings. He will speak in New York at Chickering Hall on March 24 before sailing, with T. Gilbert Bovick joining as a sponsor and supporter of the venture.

Nansen Borchgrevink Borchevink Columbus Antarctic Europe American Geographical Society New York South Magnetic Pole Greenland Arctic Hsquimaux Artic South Pole Esquimaux Cape Adare S$irothgrevink Antart’c Borechgrevink England T. Gilbert Bovick Royal London Yacht Club Australia

Warren Croker's Nephew Elopes With Grace Morrell

Richard Warren nephew of Richard Croker elopes with Grace Morrell nineteen in Great Neck L I Harmony coachman and wing shot at Lakeville origin Miss Morrell a kindergarten teacher in New York travels daily Grace disappears after music lesson telegram announces marriage Mrs Morrell mourns deception and hopes for a Christian conversion for Warrenwho may be tied to a Flush ing ceremony unknown location

New York Richard Warren Richard Croker Grace Morrell Justice of the Peace Henry C. Morrell Great Neck L. I Mr. Warren Warren Morrells Custom House Miss Morrell

Empire Associates Entertain South End Audience

The Empire’s Associates held a sacred concert last night featuring talent from the Union Club of South Boston and the Roanoke Social and Athletic Club, including Pierce Dooley and Burton. Drew J. Murphy Joseph Corcoran and Mrs. Charles Roth also participated as James Sullaway of South Boston delivered a lecture and President John T. Kelly offered closing remarks. About 80 attendees were present.

Empire’ Associates South End Union Club of South Boston Roanoke Social and Athletic Club Messrs. Pierce, Dooley and Burton Andrew J. Murphy Joseph Corcoran Charles Roth James Sullaway John T. Kelly

Transportation schedule notes for coastal routes

The item lists towns Castine Deer Isle Sedgwick Southwest and Bar Harbor Millbridge Jonesport Machtasport with 8:30 and 9 am departures on Thursdays, seat leaves Rockland at 6 am Rex Dig Eastport Calais St Andrews St John N B with steamer from Portland Monday on Thursday at 12:30 and 1 pm.

Portland Augusta Bangor Bar Harbor Ee N. H Lewiston Manchester N. H ST. John Halifar the iSers ST. Stephen N.B ST. Andrews N. B North Conway Intervale GLEN Brawfords Fabyans Twin Mountain Asa Aield Jefferson Lancaster Grand Trunk R. R Maine Central Wiscoe Thomaston Rockland WREC Nis RAIL Steavier Castine Deer Isle Sedgwick Southwest Bar Harbors Millbridge Jonesport Machtasport Eastport Calais ST. John N. B

New England Rail Schedule Details by City and Route

A dense listing of train times across the Southern Division including Manchester Concord New Boston Hooksett Sun Cook Pittsfield Nashua Belmont Tilton Laconia Weirs Plymouth Franklin Lebanon White River Junction St. Johnsbury Montreal Burlington Quebec and Chicago routes with daily Sundays times and weekend exceptions for several branches and stations.

Manchester and Concord New Boston North Wear Enniker North Weare Hooksett Suncook Pittsfield Suncook Peak Nashua Concord Belmont Tilton Lake Port Meredith Ashland Laconia Warren Haverhill Campton Xsorth Woodstock Pugadciad Valley Cacom Lisbon Littleton Whitefield Lancaster Franklin Lebanon White River Junction Bristol Pim Claremont Hanover Bradford de i St. J Quebec Chicago the West G.T. Ry C. P. Ry

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