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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1900
Page
7
Hibernians plan an annual banquet and concert with charitable Irish group hosting religious observances in churches as part of the memorable St Patrick’s Day celebrations in 1909.
Numerous Irish societies in Boston mark the holiday with banquets balls concerts and lectures. Events include the 1634 anniversary banquet at Youngs Hotel the Evacuation Day observance at Gray s Hall and a fundraiser by A O H divisions for a Boer army hospital corps. Special masses and lectures across Catholic churches complete the day of observances.
Boston marks St Patrick Day with reduced public parades as Hibernians focus on national convention preparations. Division 69 AOH North End hosts a successful eve ning event at 193 Hanover Street with speeches by P H Connolly and T G Farren, Irish songs and dancing, while Charitable Irish Society banquet draws prominent speakers.
The nations mood turns celebratory as shamrock becomes accepted and worn by British officials Queen Victoria is said to prepare a visit and Irish self rule seems nearer The Irish flag may fly over London’s Mansion House and home rule hopes surge among Irish people at home and abroad
The second annual ball and concert of the Tammany Social Club was held in Union Park Hall last night. An entertainment preceded the ball. Many city political figures attended.
A gathering in Malta brings together regional engineers from NAD and AVE groups to discuss modern mining techniques. Key speakers include Pat and several industry leaders as Malta hosts the event. Partners from Maen and Cneereering contribute updates on safety, efficiency, and new equipment.
Representative Fitzgerald of Massachusetts introduced a House resolution alleging Standard Oil paid an extra 17 million dollars in New York on March 15 1900 with a 5 million increase over the last quarterly dividend and that kerosene prices rose 3 cents per gallon during that period, branding it a violation of antitrust law and urging action by the Attorney General and district attorneys.
The Topeka Capital announces editor Rev. Mr. Sheldon will publish a final morning issue, replaced by a Saturday night special edition. Fatigue and weekly strain affected his output and he asked staff to write personal analyses of his work as he plans a partial religion content focus.
Francis Truth, the divine healer, is jailed on a $5000 bond after Bowdoin Square institute closure. He faces federal charges for using the mails in a fraud scheme, with his wife and attorney present as bail arrangements move forward.
Superintendent Wheeler announces suspensions for street division workers including Glynn Donovan McDonnell Moore Kinney Riley and Toland in Dorchester and Roxbury with other shifts in the sewer and sanitary divisions. Deputy Emerson requires full work hours from 9 a m to 6 p m with Saturday 6 p m reports and 1 p m to 6 p m when needed.
A Hebrew company staged Deborah from the German Leah the Forsaken at the Academy of Music Chelsea last evening. A large Boston audience attended led by Mrs. K. Lipzin Elias Rothstein and Mrs. Bertha Tanzman from New York with local performers.
The Republican Club of Massachusetts sent to members yesterday an appeal delivered by Senator Henry Cabot Lodge urging retention of the Philippines. Members may obtain copies of the address or pamphlet at No. 19 Milk Street, the club headquarters.
The Famous Clothing Company at Washington street and Hayward place invites visitors today to receive a small shamrock sprig as a friendly token. Patrons are encouraged to stop in while downtown.
After two days of debate the Senate passed the Porto Rican relief appropriation bill totaling 2 095 million dollars for public education works and other governmental uses in Porto Rico. Amendments by Mr Allen and Mr Jones failed. House action covered a private bill day with six minor bills passed.
Washington March 16 Secretary Long issued an order creating a general war board to insure efficient fleet preparation and coastal defense. The board will include the admiral of the navy chief of navigation chief intelligence officer and his deputy president of the naval war college and his deputy plus three unnamed officers and will meet monthly in Washington.
Dr. Charles E. Cameron a former physician appeared in East Cambridge court to answer theft charges for stealing rare plates from Harvard College library. He pleaded not guilty and was held on 1500 bond, later taken to the House of Correction after failing bail. The theft involved about 800 dollars in plates from about 100 volumes, with Pinkerton detectives assisting.
Lucinda Huckins 29 Carver Street was found dead in her room. An eccentric fortune teller claimed to be a seventh son. four bank books totaling about $4500 were found hidden in a dressing case plus a pocketbook containing $34. Total found $4555.99. Relatives said to live in Providence and Charlestown.
Mrs. Jessie Barnard Scully appeared in Fall River Probate Court and received a decree of separate maintenance from her husband Philip along with custody of their three children. The couple’s past elopement and life with her grandfather's coachman sparked gossip while her husband, now in poor health, denies any wrongdoing and blames money and new friends for their troubles.
Graduate Psi Upsilon members from thirteen chapters gathered at the University Club dinner in Boston. Attendees ranged from Bowdoin Maine to Michigan with Harvard’s Alpha chapter represented. M F Dickinson Jr chaired. Arthur J Selfridge acted as toastmaster. E P Howe was named president, J W Saxe treasurer, and W P Thompson secretary. The group includes over 400 fraternity members in Boston.
A Springfield family reports indigestion from coffee improved after switching to Postum Food Coffee. They describe preparing Postum correctly to achieve a rich flavor and note growing sales as its benefits become known.
A Burns Memorial Association of Boston met at Young's Hotel to finalize plans for raising funds to erect a statue of Robert Burns in the city. Henry Norwell presided with attendees including J. Murray Kay W. K. Campbell John S. Clarkie Peter Gray John Gilchrist Dr. Lorimer and others.
Under personal escort, tours depart March 28 April 6 20 and May 4 with 25 dollars covering all expenses for a week. Extension options include time stop-overs and side trips. Illustrated pamphlet from Bowtie to A J Simmons Royal Blue Line 211 Washington St Boston.
Debaters at Union Hall discuss whether partisan methods better serve Boston’s city government. Union Debating Club defeats Y M C A Congress on the motion that partisan methods are preferable to independent action. Judges include Charlies H. Innes and Henry Sherwin. panelists named Bunker Winslow Jaynes and Murphy Rangom Chesbrough.
Harvard graduates connected with university musical interests plan a glee club tour abroad this summer. The composed committee includes Mr W Foote and others, with travel expenses and funding discussions noted as a key concern.
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