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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1898
Page
2
A citywide grip described as a sewer clogged kidney issue. Doctor Hamilton and experts cite Warner's Safe Cure as the quick remedy to open kidneys and flush poisons, claiming it suits all ages and relieves grip symptoms promptly.
A horrific blast at the Santa Isabel mine in Belmez Cordova province Madrid reports sixty bodies recovered with many workers still missing. Officials say eight lives are lost and several injured as emergency crews search the wreckage.
A dynamite blast at the government storehouse in Montego Bay Jamaica killed eight men and injured many more this morning. Authorities report extensive damage and ongoing rescue efforts as investigators assess the scene.
Judge Lowell in the United States District Court awarded libellants $20,867 damages against the steamer Barnstable for negligently sinking the schooner Fortuna after a January 13 1896 harbor collision. Fortuna crew members were drowned. Barnstable owned by Turret Steamship Company and chartered to Boston Fruit Company. Damages: Fortuna owners $15,069 plus crew members and administrators $7,798 in total to Arthur W. Nunan $2,244 Harold Emerman administrator $3,053 Israel B. Stewart administrator $508.
Thoma A Terrells residence on High Rock avenue in Lynn was entered this afternoon while the family was away and $300 worth of household articles including silverware a sealskin cape watches and jewelry were taken. Entry is believed to have been through a false key.
Macomb Illinois Alderman Louis W Camp reports dramatic weight gain of 22 pounds in five weeks after recovering from a long illness. He credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with restoring his health and improving appetite digestion and sleep. A physician certified his condition as good with no remaining symptoms.
The Bram murder trial opens with dramatic courtroom presentation. Assistant District Attorney Casey lays out the government theory of the July 14 1896 killings aboard the schooner Herbert Fuller and Bram’s defense seeks a life sentence rather than hanging. Witnesses include Captain Nash and crew members as the trial proceeds with challenges to viewing the ship model.
Bram claimed Nova Scotia birth and signed as Thomas Bram. Sergeant Lehan testified about a confrontation at Halifax on July 21 as the crew faced exposure. Testimony focused on cabin conditions and evidence yet to be introduced. The sergeant warned that anything said could be used against the prisoner before adjournment.
In the House of Commons Dr Tanner Cork anti Parnellite was twice called to order for incoherent remarks on Hong Kong. He defied the chair Mr Lowther and was ordered to leave the chamber. He departed with a scornful sneer and a taunt about the French beating Cecils.
Judge Lowell in the United States District Court fixed damages with interest totaling 20 867 dollars in the Fortuna and Barnstable collision suit. Owners A G Hall and others receive 14 065 dollars plus interest 15 069. A W Nunn damages 2 244. Harvey Emmerson estate 3 063. John B Stewart estate 608.
Information on the Fitchburg Railroad Washington Tour of April is available from D N Bell Tourist Agent 206 Washington Street A T Kimball City Passenger Agent Fitchburg Railroad 260 Washington Street Avery Fisher City Ticket Agent West Shore Railroad 300 Washington Street or J R Watson General Passenger Agent Fitchburg Railroad Boston MA.
In Washington on March 18 the House continued work on the post office appropriation bill with a lengthy debate over the pneumatic tube mail system in New York Boston and Philadelphia and the merit of continuing the existing contract An amendment to limit cancelling machine spending was defeated Senatorial supporters of Boston argued these machines boost efficiency and urged extending Boston's privileges to other cities citing the citys leadership and past appropriations The measure against more contracts passed without altering the funding.
Senate privileges and elections committee reports favorably on Hoar’s constitutional amendment to move the presidential and congressional term end from March 4 to the last Wednesday in April. If ratified, President McKinley and Vice President Hobart would gain nearly two months, avoiding harsh weather during March inaugurations.
The Navy Department shows no pause in acquiring warships abroad and aims to reinforce the fleet with torpedo boat destroyers and torpedo boats. The Hampton Roads squadron forms from Strategy board deliberations after daily sessions at the Navy Department.
H Pettit of Snohomish reports from Tacoma that a Dawson stampede will occur in June and July, rivaling the Alaska era rush. By Feb 8 about 1500 applications for passage south were filed, all first-boat bookings sold, with no more accepted. A second wave is expected as bookings reopen, with travelers eager to carry gold.
A news report from Seattle dated March 18 describes a tribe of about 200 Indians living along the Tanana River in Alaska enduring severe winter hunger. A trapping expedition finally reached Circle City with details of the harsh conditions and cannibalized food scarcity.
A long roster of attendees is shown for a G A R banquet including General Nelson Monroe General David Wardrop and General Bolton with multiple spouses and guests such as Captain Costello Captain Brown Major McCabe Mrs Wardrop Miss Costello Miss Hill and many others. The fragment lists numerous officers and civilians by rank and surname.
The body of Mrs. Watson T. Maxim was found in Woodbridge pond near Marshall's corner in Brockton this afternoon. She had risen around 5 AM and quietly left her home before entering the pond in what authorities described as a mental aberration.
Promotes steady weight gain for children, improving color and muscle tone. Emulsion provides richer blood and firmer flesh, aiding health for present and future needs. Sold by druggists for 1.00 per bottle. Scott and Bowne, chemists, New York.
A tonic claims permanent relief for stomach weakness and indigestion. It touts a world wide cure with first dose relief, safe use, and guaranteed results. Sold by Geo Goodwin Co., druggists, Hanover street, Boston.
A 30 foot derrick at the Southern Union station site collapsed while a three ton iron girder was being raised. John Murielli was killed instantly while Antonio Naurini sustained a skull fracture and remained under care, with doctors fearing no recovery. The accident occurred on Dorchester avenue and Summer street near the station entrance as workers unloaded sand from rail cars.
Eighteen people were saved from a blaze at the Allen Hotel on Fulton Street by Brooklyn precinct officers Sergeant Hoskins Roundsman Ward McDonald and Doorman Archibald Cairns. They woke tenants, guided them to safety, and rescued a 60 year old widow and two children among others, with rescues through flames and smoke.
Local Assembly 5789 Knights of Labor adopts resolutions calling for Boston city government to end ash collection contracts in East Boston. They urge day work by the city and ask Alderman Joseph A. Conry to present the measure next.
Mary Wade and John Lamet were sweethearts whose marriage faced parental opposition. Mary took poison in a despondent act and died, triggering Joh n Lamet to become a raving madman after learning of the tragedy.
The Russian Circle hosted a concert and ball last evening at Phenix Hall to aid the Russian revolutionary movement. Solos by J Murphy and violin by Theore Gardarh highlighted the program with recitations by A Rovinsky and Alexander Kohn and impersonations by Lesley dancing with Kohn as floor director and H Kohn as assistant. Gordonh s Orchestra provided the music.
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