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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1899

Page

8

Danvers man in Boston mall melee under hold of four cops

Dominic McCue from Danvers sparked a chaotic scene at Park and Beacon Streets as he threatened self harm and sparked a revolver. Four patrolmen and wagon men restrained him after a fierce struggle. he was taken to police headquarters and to be examined for sanity. The unloaded revolver appeared new.

Park and Beacon Streets Boston Kelly McCarthy Danvers Dominic McCue McCue Dr. Jelly

Proteus Soars in Cambridge Debut at Fast Pudding Show

Public premiere of the Fast Pudding play Proteus in Cambridge drew boisterous applause. John Go McCall as John Macanarty and Oliver Richards as Proteus impressed, with Joshua Holden, Jr and Stanwood delivering strong turns. a later Cambridge show and Nes-ton dates through May 11 at Conley Hall.

Cambridge lOverva Srring Jonn Go McCall John Macanarty Joshua B. Holden, Jr Kingdom Oliver Richards Proteus Richards Stanwood Conley Hall

Terre Haute Street Railway Sold to Boston Firm

Terre Haute electric street railway transferred to L Webster and Co of Boston and E Stone of Boston. They will operate the line with interurban electric lines from this city to Brazil.

Terre Haute. Ind Terre Haute

Masterly South American Nervine promises cure for indigestion

Advertisement claims permanent cure for stomach weakness through a Nervine remedy. It pledges immediate relief from the first dose and asserts universal efficacy, noting safety and pleasant use. Sold by Geo. C. Goodwin Co., druggists, Hanover Street, Boston.

Onic GEO. c, Goodwin Coo Ruggist Hanover St Beston

West Battles East For Gavel In Reed Speak er Show

A terse contest for the gavel pits West and East against Speaker Reed as the chamber decorum hinges on a power struggle. Fragmentary notes reference street names and town hints but lack full details.

West Speaker Reed

Fragmented OCR Text Notes From A Local Page

Unsure OCR fragmentary lines show random letter groups and partial words. No coherent event or names identified.

Western Republicans seek united front in Speakership contest

In Washington on May 5, Western Republican delegations from Illinois Iowa and Michigan weigh backing styles for the Speakership. Dolliver warns only a western consensus can stop Sherman as Reed New England and New York blocs hold sway. He forecasts a McKinley renomination even if Ohio opposes him.

Washington Sherman Mlinois Hopkins Iowa Henderson Michigan Dolliver Chicago Reed New England New York Pennsylvania

Strikead Seen Work Marlboro Shoe Strike Eases

The Marlboro shoe strike plunging the industry for twenty five weeks ends as many strikers seek their old jobs. About 3500 workers were involved with 1009 back at work, 1509 idle, and 1000 seeking other employment. Factories refuse to replace established workers. The boycott against S H Howe, John A Frye, Rice Hutchins and John A O Connell Sons remains.

S. H. Howe John A. Frye Rice & Hutchins John A. O'Connell & Sons Joint Council of the Boot and Shoe Workers’ Union

Harvard and Columbia Meet on Soldiers Field Diamond

Harvard faces Columbia this afternoon at 3 on Soldiers Field. Barrett Wendell Jr. will catch for Harvard replacing Bill Reid, while McDonald and McCormick rotate in the pitchers. Columbia’s Marevus and Kebbler form a strong battery as the teams clash following Columbia’s 10 to 8 loss to Holy Cross.

Harvard Columbia Soldiers Field Holy Cross Barrett Wendell, Jr Wendell Bill Reid Milne McDonald McCormick Marevus Kebbler Columbia Battery Haupnton

Di Biasi Case Personnel Report Amid Italy Involvement

District Attorney Stevens demands an exact report on the Di Blasi case from Chief Inspector Watts. The fate of Chief Inspector and Lieutenant Rosatto hinges on trial timing. Attorney General Knowlton and DA favor punishing the Boston official’s killer and consider recalling officials if delays occur. The Board opposed sending the inspector abroad but granted permission per the attorney general’s suggestion.

Stevens Cable Watts di Biasi Rosatto Italy di Blasi SK Knowlton Boston Board of Police

Sloane Takes Back Home From Former Wife

Henry Sloane intends to reconvey the residence and its contents, valued about 450000 dollars, from Mrs. Perry Belmont to himself. He must pay roughly 64060 dollars in debts incurred by his former wife since separation, plus all encumbrances on the property.

NiGw Yoris Fenry Sloane Perry Belmont Stats Trust Company

Little Brody's Blue Laws Debated in Assembly

A proposed Sunday work restraint to shut shops on Sundays was debated in the lower Assembly. The bill allows essential services and public utilities, newspapers, streetcars, and boats to operate. It imposes fines for public diversions on the Lord's Day.

Assembly

Goethe Birthday Celebration Planned With German Leaders

Preparations for the 150th anniversary of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe rise. a Goethe Feier set for September 9 at Middlesex Street endorsed by city German citizens Harvard German professors and American scholars. Proceeds support the Goethe Memorial fund for an unveiling at Strasbourg on August 28.

Goethe Sun- Gaye Sist 9 Leary Nise Deee Dlesex Harvard University Germany Strassburg

Waylaid boy beaten on Hanover Street in East Boston

Patrick J. Curtis nine years old of Central street East Boston was attacked by four men on Hanover near Fleet Street at 11 43 PM. His left arm was broken and he was pummeled severely. Dr Dunn attended him at Station 1 and he was sent to City Hospital. No money was taken and the motive is unknown.

Patrick J. Curtis Central Street Boston Hanover Street Fleet Street Dunn City Hospital Curtis

Thayer and Adams Open Dual League With Thayer Victory

Thayer and Adams academies met for the first time in the dual league at South Braintree. Thayer won easily 50 to 3. Harned led Thayer with eight runs batted in, while Uniac added two, and Perry and MacMahon each had base hits including three bases. Numerous players contributed with stolen bases and fielding outs as Buckley umpired before a 4090 attendance.

Thayer Adams South Braintree Unine MacMahon Perry Turner Doble Chase Nixon Brigham Uniae Galagher Newell Geasrge Burchestend Uniac MacMehon Timeth Buckley

Theo Chelsea Women's Club Elects Season Officers

The Chelsea Women’s Club held its final meeting of the season yesterday afternoon and elected officers including President Mrs. Lillian B. Carter, vice presidents Mrs. Susan M. Hodgdon and Mrs. Hattie Putnam, recording secretary Mrs. M. Blackburn Campbell, corresponding secretary Mrs. Ann H. Jenkins, treasurer Mrs. Catherine Hart, and auditor Miss Annie F. Holmes. Trustesses are Mrs. Carrie P. Sanborn and Mrs. Sarah Robinson. directors include Mrs. Adeline Fitz and others.

Theo Chelsea Women's Club Lillian B. Carter Susan M. P. Hodgdon Hattie Putnam M. Bla Campbell Ann H. Jenkins Catherine Hart Annie F. Holmes Carrie P. Sanborn Sarah Robinson Adeline Fitz Emme FE. Aldrich Lena B. “Rough Anna R. Prouty Mizabeth Wilkinson Adell Hudson Mary 8. Dryden Louise Py Wyeth Anniegce L. Cox

Billiards Scoring Display At Lab Rooms

The afternoon and evening billiards sessions drew a large crowd with Schaefer performing well. Scores listed include multiple numbers and names such as Schaefer Harrison and Harrisotee, with averages around 64-6 and a planned match between Schaefer and Harrison this afternoon and evening.

Schaefer Lab Crage Sehnefer Averonge Harrisotee Oey Lee Eile Deep Mr. Harrison

Captain Coghlan Welcomed With Receptions in City

March to elaborate receptions were held for Captain Coghlan and Mrs Coghlan and Raleigh officers. A silver dinner service was presented to Captain Coghlan as he thanked the crowd. Earlier he spoke at the Opera House, after which a reception took place at the Orton Hotel hosted by the ladies committee.

Wlaling Pon. NN Coghlan Raleigh Le-Beb-T- Pbeder

Hurley Wins Shortly in Four Round Bout

A scheduled fifteen round match ends in the fourth when Tim Hurley defeats Dick Moore at Hogan's arena. Hurley delivers a right hand knockout sending Moore to the floor as the crowd watches in St Paul.

Hogan Tim Hurley This Place Dick Moore O St-Paul Hurley Moore

Anniversary Celebration for Eighth Regiment in Lawrence

Company L Eighth Regiment marked its departure anniversary with a reception and banquet at the State Armory in Lawrence Massachusetts Captain Jamen Forbes presided Senator Charles I Sargent acted as toastmaster Speakers included Congressman Knox Mayor Eaton Dr John A Magee and Private Callahan who presented Lieutenant Clendenin with a gold watch and chain on behalf of the enlisted men

Lawrence Mass Eighth Regiment State Armory Jamen Forbes Charles I. Sargent Knox Eaton John A. Magee Callahan Clendenin

Allston Golf Club Ladies Handicap Match Close Event

A 16 hole ladies handicap tournament at Allston Golf Club yesterday afternoon saw a tight finish among 10 contestants on a well conditioned course. Miss Waite with 28 handicap captured first prize and Mrs. Fargo with 28 handicap took second. No best gross prize awarded. Scores follow.

Allston Golf Club Myssas Waite G.L. Fargo

Grace Jenkins Wins Lakewood Consolation Cup

In Lakewood New York May 6 Grace Jenkins of the Powelton Club Newburg defeats Jedith Embree of the Oakland Club 3 up 2 to play in the consolation round. Jenkins advances from semis and the chief trophy final is set to conclude tomorrow with Ruth Underhill Glen Cove defeating Mrs W H Pough 3 up 2 to play.

New York Lakewood Golf Club Grace Jenkins Powelton Club Newburg Jedith M. Embree Oakland Miss Jenkins Gertrude Andrews Hillside H. S. Remsdell Powelton Embree Ruth Underhill Nassau

Ritchie Buried After West Medford Home Service

Captain George M. Ritchie of Company BP Nineteenth Massachusetts Volunteers was buried yesterday afternoon from his West Medford home at 51 Allston Street. The interment took place at Oak Grove Cemetery.

George M. Ritchie Massachusetts Volunteers Allston Street West Medford Oak Grove Cemetery

Samoan Ambush Details of Mataafa Battle Fatal for Naval Officers

AP report from Apia recounts the Samoa fighting on April 1 to 20 in which Lt Lansdale Ensign Monaghan and Lt Freeman died or were wounded. American and British sailors with native allies attacked Mataafa rebels near Vailele, guns jammed, a deadly retreat followed with several casualties.

San Francisco Associated Press Apia Samoa Lansdale Monaghan Freeman Vailele Tauranga Cave Porpoise Hickman Royalist Perkins Marine Corps Dr. Jung Philadelphia Hufnagel Mataafa

Desperate battle ends with mass casualties on beach

The next morning headless bodies lie on the field after a clash at the beach where Monaghan and other rebels fall. American, British, and German figures witness a grim scene as four deserters are named and 43 Mataafan fighters killed with 50 wounded.

Monachan Lansdale Monaghan Aino Mataafa Ridsell Butler Philadelphia Long Prout Dr. Long Sune Pr Iish Pastor Margraf Wyad United S .Es Falke

Marathon Winners Honored at Cambridgeport Gymnasium

Lawrence J Brignoli winner of the marathon was celebrated by the Cambridgeport Gymnasium Association for honoring the victors last evening. John B Maguire placed fourth as dignitaries praised Father Scully, Bowler, and the gymnasium’s temperance work and athletic success. Dancing followed with Bowler and Bean in charge and Brignoli and Maguire presented gold watches.

Lawrence J.brignoli Cambridgeport Gymnasium Thomas I. Burke Greece Idx William EF. Davie Father Scully John W. Bowler Hrngnol Maguire Thomas J. Gargan Joseph W. Bean Frignoli

Salesmen Arrested In Carpet Dept Larceny Case

Thomas H Killian and James F Powell of Houghton Dutton Co were arrested on charges of unlawfully appropriating 200 in firm funds from the carpet department. Pinkertons and police identified marked money after purchases of carpet. they face larceny charges for acts over the past three months.

Thomas H. Killian James FE. Powell Houghton, Dutton & Co Pinkertons Thornhill Ryano Knox and Douglass Police

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