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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1896
Page
8
A Hartford firm advertises a $60,000 stock of fine clothing bought for $20,000 with marked-down suits and trousers. Prices range from $1.65 mens pants to $15 and $20 cassimere suits, with numerous styles for children and sportswear, plus imported clay diagonal lines and spring trousers.
The House advanced the anti boxing and bakery labor bill, banning bakery workers from exceeding sixty hours weekly and prohibiting under eighteen workers from over fifty eight hours. It sets ventilation and plumbing standards, sanitary room rules, and penalties up to thirty days imprisonment. The measure also requires property owners to comply within sixty days and tasks the police chief with enforcement.
The metropolitan affairs committee held a hearing at the State House on Chelseas request for a 1 million dollar appropriation for the metropolitan park commission to build boulevards linking the park system. Chelsea representatives and residents voiced support and opposition from nearby towns over funding and distance to parks.
Countess de Castellane formerly Anna Gould will come to New York in June and stay two months with her brother George J. Gould. She will be accompanied by her husband. The couple delayed return to their homeland and spent the winter in the Riviera.
Chicago police probe a mutilated trunk found in Wakem & McLaughlin warehouse. A bound body, decayed by lime and acid, appeared undetermined for identification. Investigators traced a phantom G M Morgan and a misaddressed box linked to a Le Grange clerk.
A major blaze in Benton Arkansas destroyed nearly a dozen homes and most of the business district. The fire caused about 40000 dollars in losses, with insurance partially covering the damage.
In Bridgeton New Jersey a schooner named Mattie L Ford capsized and sank during a squall on the Cohansey River. Two crewmen New ell Dutch and Frank Moore drowned in the incident.
Jury awards Mrs. Kitson twelve thousand pounds in London defamation suit over an accusation of unchastity by Dr Playfair. The defense of professional privilege failed to protect the claim.
A humorous mock court by the East Boston Winter Club held last Thursday night heard plaintiff MacGonigie accuse Nelson of possessing tobacco similar to stolen stock. Defense argued birthday treat, verdict guilty, prisoner to smoke cigarettes indefinitely. Prosecution by Fitzgerald, officials listed, adjournment included collation.
Chicago March 27 Judge Gibbons refused to appoint a receiver for the National Linseed Oil Company also known as the Linseed Oil Trust The court held Louis A Cocquard of St Louis who filed the bill against the company lacking standing in court amid allegations of mis management against officers.
Avon residents study deeds and old records to defend against Brockton’s 1773 act claim that would move the boundary with Weymouth and Norfolk County. Local tax rates water service and schools influence sentiment, with many believing the land has been Avon territory for two centuries and may stay contentious for generations.
Fragments indicate the disputed tract lies in Abington after history shows Avon Holbrook and Stoughton involvement. Bridgewaters previously assented to making it part of Abington, supporting the contention.
The ecclesiastical court adjourned without public comment as it prepares final arguments on Rev Samuel Fuller accused of violating church law by marrying Miss Derby while a divorced man. Records show a divorce granted on desertion grounds, but if contended grounds prove in continence the church ruling could change.
Mr EB Charleton spoke on Shakspere His Contemporaries and His Chief Works. The class of 97 will meet Tuesday at 3 pm. Franklin Saturg the speakers Donough F M Forbush and others are delegates from the BU Ye. Annual Glee Club concerts set for April 10 in Jacob Sleeper Hall with many tickets sold.
George McPherson a 30 year old Suffolk Brewing employee fell from a five story height on Eighth street near Dorchester Avenue. He suffered fractures to his right shoulder left collarbone and two left ribs. He was taken to City Hospital. Edward Brown 13 George Dart 12 and Benjamin Fingeroff 1 were arrested for breaking and entering 88 Poplar Street and stealing 500 pounds of lead. Sylvester Lane 54 a mate on the steamer India fell into the hold at Central Wharf breaking his jaw and three ribs and was taken to the Marine Hospital. James Monahan 30 of 61 Matthews Street Chelsea was struck by a falling sign on Border Street and taken to Frost Deep Hospital.
At People’s Temple tomorrow Pastor Dr Brady will preach preparatory Easter sermons on Our Olivets with preludes for probationers led by the pastor. The service emphasizes reflection and anticipation of Easter.
The St James's Gazette doubts the Prince of Wales knew the Thirteen Club of New York's nature after he accepted honorary membership. It notes a New York paper said the club vowed to aid Cuba and asks if the prince was informed of that aim.
National Supply Co announces a $10 all worsted spring suit with guaranteed color and workmanship. They offer payments of $3 down and $1 weekly with no interest, plus sample cloths by mail for a two cent stamp. Overcoats match the price, and a large stock of suits and other garments is available through their credit system.
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