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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1894

Page

2

Senate Tariff Conference Ends With Broad Support

Thirty-eight Democratic Senators met in the marble room to discuss the tariff bill. Gorman proposed a confidence vote restricting amendments to finance committee offers. Hill condemned the compromise and opposed the 41 million sugar tax, but the resolution passed 87 to 1, with hopes the measure clears by month’s end.

Washington Senate Finance Committee Mills Butler Murphy Lindsay Irby Gibson Gorman Hill Mr. Hill Messrs. Murphy Smith

Norfolk Club Dines at Parker House Rally

The Norfolk Club a Republican wing hosted a nearly 100 guest ladies night at Parker House with Governor Greenhalge and Lieutenant-Governor Wolcott delivering campaign remarks against Democracy. Miss Edna L. Parker and Miss Maud A. Scott provided musical and literary entertainments. Richardson's Orchestra supplied the music.

Norfolk Club Republican Party Parker House Greenhalge Wolcott William F. Ray Scott Dalton Champlin Thomas Edna L. Parker Maud A. Scott Greenharge C. ¥. Ailen General Champlin M. J. Murray C. H. Utley Utley H. J. Brown W. W. Gowker R. J. McNair H. J. Dubois Barnfield J. A. Lakin Colonel Hewins Robert 8. Gray PY. Dol. Ely Josiah Reed P. M. Carpenter Davis I. Cameron A. Cameron

Marblehead Trial Trip Closes Final Seafaring Run

The United States cruiser Marblehead returned to Marblehead from a final trial off Sandy Hook after a two hour coaxed run at 4.6 knots. Previous speed tests hit 19 knots under forced draught. Tactical tests showed rapid turns and quick stops, with no vibration felt as on the earlier voyage.

New York United States Marblehead Brooklyn Navy Yard Sandy Hook

Boston and Cambridge councils honor event with grand procession

Lowell hosts a large demonstration by Agassiz Council of Cambridge and Warren Council of Boston. Colonel J W Bennett leads a thirty‑strong staff in a grand procession followed by a banquet and speeches to cap the historic event.

Lowell Lowell Council Royal Arcanum Agassiz Council Cambridge Warren Council Boston J. W. Bennett

Summer Cottages and Bedding at Low Prices

For Summer Cottages at low prices and bed ding offerings from A. W. Wheeler & Co. located at 68 and 665 Hanover Street Boston opposite the American House.

A. W. Wheeler & CO Hanover Street Boston American House

Hood's Sarsaparilla Health Elixir Promises Full Body Revitalization

The advertisement claims Hood's Sarsaparilla energizes the body by restoring appetite, toning the stomach, invigorating kidneys and liver, refreshing the brain, and rejuvenating the entire system. Hood's Pills are described as carefully prepared with the best ingredients and offered for trial.

Hood

Pastor Installed At Immanuel Congregational Roxbury

The Immanuel Congregational Church Roxbury installed Rev Charles H Beale as pastor in a large ceremony at the corner of Moreland and Copeland streets The service featured readings sermons greetings from affiliated churches and a procession of clergy and speakers highlighting Beales reception by his new parishioners

Immanuel Congregational Church Moreland and Copeland Streets Roxbury Charles H. Beale Mr. Beale Immanuel Council William R. Campbell B. F. Hamilton D. D Nehemiah Boynton Addison P. Foster

Bell Arrested for Pedaling Without License in South Boston

George Bell appeared before Judge Fallon at South Boston District Court for selling without a license. Bell, claiming hardship with his arm in a sling, was caught after resisting capture by Patrolman Maguire, with Dr. Boland aiding pursuit. He injured his head during the struggle. a second doctor treated the wounds after the arrest.

George Bell Fallon South Boston Bell City Point Maguire Station 12 Als Broadway Dr. Boland

Polish American Ball Celebrates 103rd Polish Constitution Anniversary

Polish and Lithuanian residents of Boston held a grand ball at Caledonian Hall for 200 couples. The Polish National Orchestra provided music as organizers led by F Bartkiewicz and C V Skokowski raised funds for a Polish Catholic Church on Dorchester Avenue to be built under Father Chiemlinski.

Boston Caledonian Hall F. Bartkiewicz C. V. Skokowski V. Bartkiewicz A. V. Matulewicz W. Plocinnik W. Wojtowicz A. Sienkiewicz T. Mikolajewski T. Nowak F. Bachosz J. Matulervicz J. Siivskowski J. Pilarski J. Rudolski L. Lael Dorchester Avenue Father Chiemlinski

State House Annex to Bring Comfort and Courtesy to Representatives

The piece extols the new State House extension with long corridors airy laboratories and a grand library as well as a refined Representatives' chamber. It notes expanded dining and committee spaces a skylight and electric lighting plus fans and steam radiation for comfort. The article argues the building will reduce physical distress and foster orderly conduct among lawmakers.

State House Board of Health State Library Charles River Old State House Commonwealth

Doyle On the Stand in Ward 17 Case

Representative Doyle testified as the first witness in Ward 17. He described his age and birthplace, his two years in politics, and his campaign activities last October. He denied involvement in repeating and alleged social-room use at 400 Shawmut and 612 Tremont, and stated he paid rent only once.

Doyle Hayes McCarthy Shawmut Avenue Tremont Eugene Sullivan John F. Sullivan Alexander Farquharson James P. Dunn Jim Penman Champlin Democratic City Committee Russell Thompson Messrs. Hayes Green Room Boston Ward 17 Mesars, Doyle and Hayes Murdock Sampson, Murdock Pearson The Registrars of Voters Sev

Mr. Doherty's Plea Ends Reappointment Odds

Water Commissioner Thomas F. Doherty faces nonreappointment as his name was omitted from the latest batch of reassignments. City officials indicate he will not be reappointed while Mayor Matthews considers a business executive for the post.

Thomas F.doherty Doherty Matthews

St James Y M C T A Dance Marks Anniversary

Pretty girls and young men attended the twenty fourth anniversary dance of the St James Catholic Young Men’s Total Abstinence Society in Cotillon Hall last evening. William J Keating directed the floor with P J Sullivan assisting, leading the grand match with Miss Lee. Notable attendees included J J Barry G A Powers J A Gartland James Frazer M J Holland P F O Keefe J T Keyes J E Hawkins M A Sullivan Ww J F Keating J H Kyle J L Crane R A Butler J H Tiernay Miss Hassan Miss Murtha Nellie Frazer Agnes Power Agnes Watson Mr and Mrs J J Sullivan J G Conway Maggie Barry Lizzie Kinnaly John Finnigan Julia Hartz Nellie Dollid Charlie Gaynor Nellie McGurn Mr and Mrs Sweeney Daniel Donavan Nellie Shine John Gleason Richard Bacon and wife T A McCune Hannah McCarthy.

St. James J. T. Keyes J. E. Hawkins M. A. Sullivan J. F. Keating J. H. Kyle J. L. Crane R. A. Butler J. H. Tiernay Miss Hassan Miss Murtha Nellie Frazer Agnes Power Agnes Watson J. J. Sullivan J. G. Conway Maggie Barry Lizzie Kinnaly John Finnigan Julia Hartz Nelle Dollid Charlies Gaynor Nellie McGurn Mrs. Sweeney Daniel Donavan Nellie Shine John Gleason Richard Bacon T. A. McCune Hannah McCarthy

Free medical services offered by Dr Dewey in Boston

Advertisement announces free medical services until cured for all diseases by Dr Dewey a renowned Boston physician at Hotel Pelham 74 Boylston Street. Offices hours are 9 to 1 and 3 to 6 and 6 to 8 pm with Sunday hours 10 to 4 pm.

Dewey Boston Hotel Pelham Boylston Street

Testimony Sparks Admission Dispute In Ward 17 Case

CROSSTALK flared after testimony on Ward 17 registration as opposing counsel argued over circulars from the election. The committee allowed both sides to admit the evidence under conditions and adjourned until Monday to challenge Witness Dunn’s testimony.

Dunn

Miners' National Leader Arrives as Strike Talks Continue

Pittsburg May 3 There are indications of a change in the miners strike situation. President John McBride of the Miners' National Organization arrived in Pittsburg with operators J C Morton and Mr Chapman from Ohio. He met officials at the Home Hotel while Morton and Chapman conferred three hours with Francis Robbins and other operators, signaling a quick settlement.

Pittsburg John McBride Miners’ National Organization J. C. Morton Mr. Chapman Ohio McBride Home Hotel McBryde J. T. Nugent Miller Warren Messrs. Morton Chapman Francis Robbins

American Wringer Co Wringers and Sweepers Manufacturer

The American Wringer Co at 15 and 15 Broadway extension, city, makes wringers mangles spring beds and carpet sweepers. Repairs for all kinds of wringers and sweepers are provided and orders by mail are promptly attended to.

The American Wringer Co Broadway Extension City

Fires Burn Homes in Damariscotta and Bremen Maine

In Damariscotta the unoccupied heirs of Creighton Hiscock lose a Round Top house to fire with $700 loss and no insurance. Nearby on Elm Street Joseph McFarland’s home suffers a chimney fire, $50 loss, extinguished before engines arrive. In Bremen a combined house and barn belonging to Joseph S. Woodbury burns with contents. $3000 loss and small insurance. Sparks also damage the Church Company oil wharf, $800 loss, no insurance.

Damariscotta Creighton Hiscock Joseph McFarland Elm Street Congressman Boutelle Bremen Joseph S. Woodbury Church & Co

Boston College Alumni Banquet Set for June 21

A special meeting of the executive committee of the Boston College Alumni Association adjourned with President James S. Hayes presiding. Eight members attended and the banquet date was set for June 21. A arrangements committee with Dr. William G. Macdonald Dr. James I. McLaughlin and Rev. P. B. McManus was appointed and Dr. Francis J. Barnes chosen toast master. A number of guests will be invited.

Boston College Alumni Association James S. Hayes William G. Macdonald James I. McLaughlin P. B. McManus Francis J. Barnes

Bishop Tuttle Joins Salvation Army Auxiliary League

St Louis May 3 Bishop Tuttle head of the Episcopal diocese of Missouri was admitted to the Salvation Army Auxiliary League becoming the first bishop to join. He will aid the local regiment in establishing a slum mission and support their work.

ST. Louis Tuttle Episcopal Diocese of Missouri Salvation Army Auxiliary League

Milton Man Fred W Chickering Dies By Own Action Near Arlington

The Milton resident aged about 31, employed at Piere's confectionery works and Baker's mills, was found dead near Arlington after leaving Milton on April 2 1 5. His wife denies opium use and previous attempts, cites illness and harsh mill conditions, and notes no police notification at disappearance. Cyanide of potassium caused the death with no clear motive established.

Fred W. Chickering Milton Arlington Chickering Piere Baker’s Mills Savin Hill Dorchester City Hospital South Boston Morton Farm Millor Toole Boston

Clothing Theft Probe Leads to Chelsea Lockup

Boston police on a warrant searched Edward Mayhofer at 9 Medford Street Chelsea and recovered 25 suits valued at 112 dollars for Daniel M Hodgdon & Co of Boston 23 suits valued at 103 for Rhodes Ripley & Co 42 suits valued at 168 for Albert Weiss and 168 dollars of clothing from unknown parties. Mayhofer, a children's clothing manufacturer, was arrested and later bailed by his wife and a friend.

Boston Chelsea Edward Mayhofer Medford Street Chesea Daniel M. Hodgdon Mayhofer

Sparring Event Opens Brockton Athletic Club

The Brockton athletic club staged its first ever sparring exhibition with bouts including Young Fox versus Tim Murphy, Fred Russell versus Billie McCarthy, and a highlight five round bout between Peter Manning and John Burns. Manning impressed as a top New England champion.

Brockton Athletic Club Young Fox Metropolitan Club Randolph Tim Murphy The Crescents Fox Fred Russell Eureka Club Billie McCarthy Crescent Club Frank Ward Lew Roderick Athletic Iub Roderick Bob Russell Boston Joe Buckley Russell Austin Hunt Larry Dorgan Peter Manning New England John Burns Burns Manning

Philo Celtic Society Marks Twenty First Anniversary

The Philo Celtic Society held its twenty first anniversary at Purltan Hall Washington street with a concert and dance. President J H Sullivan opened the event with a speech followed by an entertaining musical program and dancing led by Mrs M E Stepper and Mary L O Connor. Attendees included Maggie Lynch Dora McCarthy Jane Kelly Rose Stepper Mrs Farrell Stephen J Moore T J Flynn M Deenan C E Benning J Coyne John McCormack P K O Lally and P O Farrell.

Sons of Erin Purltan Hall Washington Street Philo-Celtic Society J. H. Sullivan M. E. Stepper Mary L. O'Connor Maggie Lynch Dora McCarthy Jane Kelly Rose Stepper Mrs. Farrell Stephen J. Moore T. J. Flynn M. Deenan C. E. Benning J. Coyne John McCormack P. K. O'Lally P. O'Farrell

Bondholders Reject Plan at New York & New England Meeting

At a committee conference of second mortgage bondholders of the New York and New England railroad the group voted to issue a circular urging holders to reject the reorganization plan. The road proposes 40 percent cash and 60 percent new 6 percent bonds on about 5 million dollars in bonds with roughly 30 thousand dollars in interest due.

Second Mortgage New York & New England Railroad

Marie Burroughs Art Portfolio of Stage Celebrities

The Marie Burroughs Art Portfolio of Stage Celebrities advances in excel lence as it ages Part I now ready features portraits of E H Sothern Mile Rhea J K Emmett Jane Hading William Warren Agnes Booth Eleanor Duse and other favorites Remaining parts Nos 12 18 14 promise opera and music celebrity portraits and dramatic advertisements note coupon availability.

Marie Burroughs E. H. Sothern Mile. Rhea J. K. Emmett Jane Hading William Warren Agnes Booth Eleanor Duse Lyric Stage

Pilgrim Bowling Filler Hosts Ladies Night on Broadway

On Broadway City Point Pilgrim Bowling fillers held a ladies night for gentlemen patrons. Candle pins proved popular with high scores by Mr Withiam Higgins and his lady at 188 and Mr and Mrs David Prince at 176. After 11 they shared a supper provided by Manager Kirby then moved to Pilgrim Hall for dancing until 2 AM.

Pilgrim Broadway City Point Withiam Higgins David Prince Kirby Pilgrim Hall

Probable $500000 in gold to be shipped from Boston

Estimated half million dollars in gold will be shipped from Boston this Saturday. Authorities have not released further details about the transfer or the security arrangements.

Boston

Longtime Sanitary Police Foreman Loses Post

Charles Forristall, a thirty-eight year veteran and foreman in the sanitary police, has been dismissed as the department trims expenses. His former salary was 1400 dollars annually. He confirmed the order to abolish his office after Deputy Superintendent Jackson relayed Superintendent Carter's directive.

Carter Charles Forristall Sanitary Police Forristall Post Jackson

Morgan-backed plan forms for Reading mortgage foreclosure

The Mercantile Trust Company will foreclose after deposit of 4.5 million Reading general mortgage bonds. J Pierpont Morgan backs the bondholders committee and the Atchison committee meets daily. A committee plan is forming and likely not finished for at least a week.

New York Mercantile Trust Company Reading General Mortgage J. Pierpont Morgan Fitzgerald General Mortgage Bondholders’ Committee Atchison Bondholders’ Committee

Memorial planned for Sir Andrew Clarke physician to Gladstone

London May 8 Duke of Cambridge chaired a Prince's Hall meeting to organize a memorial for Sir Andrew Clarke, late physician to Mr Gladstone. Gladstone proposed the memorial and praised Clarke as a high minded, kindly guardian to the premier, who appeared frail yet spoke briefly with a cane.

London Duke of Camebridge Prince’s Hall Sir Andrew Clarke Mr. Gladstone Gladstone Andrew Clarke

August Op penheimer Company Faces Creditors in New York

The August Op penheimer Company wholesale millinery dealers in St Paul adjourned a New York creditors meeting with about fifty present. Treasurer Kalman reported assets $157,500 and liabilities $178,000. Creditors agreed to a compromise at 69 cents on the dollar payable on indorsed notes at three, six, nine, and twelve months.

New York Oppenheimer Company St. Paul Boston Providence Kalman

Harvard Boylston prize speaking preliminary results reported

The preliminary contest for the Boylston prize speaking at Harvard was held yesterday afternoon. Ten men were chosen to advance to the final next Thursday for five prizes totaling 260 dollars. Competitors listed include S. E. Johnson and others with class years noted.

Harvard S. E. Johnson L. PD. Roess Goldmark A. von W. Lesie P. Dargan A. D. Greenfield R. C. Ringwall W. P. Dodge S. K. Vatralsky H. C. Metcalf

Lecture on Daniel O Connell at Horticultural Hall

The Rev W H O Connell of St Joseph s Church West End will give a stirring Sunday evening lecture on Daniel O Connell in Horticultural Hall. A grand concert precedes the lecture, both to be held under the auspices of the St Joseph Total Abstinence Society.

Daniel O'Connell Horticultural Hall W. H. O’connell St. Joseph’s Church West End St. Joseph

Two More Weber Lectures at Bromfield Street Church

The Rev J H Weber will give two illustrated lectures at the noon meeting in Bromfield Street Church today and tomorrow. The talks are free to all and will feature leading gospel soloists. This will close Mr Weber's work at this meeting.

J. H. Weber Bromfield Street Weber

Boy Run Over By Teamster In Chelsea

Yesterday afternoon about 3 o'clock a teamster employed by F. S. Ducker of Maplewood ran over 65 year old Frederick J. Scanlon in Chelsea who was alleged to have been stealing a ride. He was injured about the head and legs and taken to his home at 263 Spruce street.

F. S. Ducker Maplewood Frederick J. Scanlon Chelsea Spruce Street

Irish Federation Meeting in Boston Tonight

Members of the Municipal Council of the Irish National Federation of Boston and vicinity meet at Room 30 United States Hotel this evening. Plans for a State convention are set and Home Rule movement business will be discussed.

The Irish National Federation of Boston and Vicinity United States Hotel

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