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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1899
Page
2
A Dorchester customer lauds Mackintosh Scottish Remedy Co. for a Dyspepsia Remedy. He describes relief from indigestion and nervous exhaustion after three days of use and thanks the firm for renewed health and restful sleep.
In Baltimore Maryland yesterday a gunman rang Cardinal Gibbons home and demanded to kill him. Father O'Brien confronted the visitor and locked him in a room until police arrived. The suspect Henry Keepsland was arrested at central station.
The South of England Crestal Pass match saw Australia reach 357 as Gregory top scored with 11 and Noble out on 16. Visitors showcased brilliant batting while the home side struggled to contain the innings.
Boston Plate Printers Union No 3 hosted delegates at Wells Memorial Hall for a banquet and concert during the seventh annual convention in session. Joseph Higgins of Boston gave a welcome address as T L Maher served as toastmaster. National President B F Harris of New York and Henry W Sergedy of Washington spoke in appreciation.
A reception was tendered to Rev. Philo W. Sprague, pastor of St. John's Church in Charlestown, for fifteen years of service. Clifford North presented a purse of gold, Miss Sarah Mitchell read a poem by Angelique De Lande, and a regret letter from Bishop Lawrence was read.
A large audience at the People's Temple in Columbus Avenue attended a vigil-like gathering to condemn recent lynchings of Black Americans in the South and celebrate the 99th birthday of John Brown. Colonel Thomas Wentworth Higginson chaired with speakers including ex-Governor J. Q. A. Brackett and Archibald Grimke, among others.
Chairman Lewis references John Brown of Ossawatomie on his ninety ninth birthday and denounces slavery as a crime against civilization. He contrasts past cruelty with contemporary oppression in Georgia, condemning slavery’s lingering in the form of torture and auctioneering.
The speech urges trust in former adversaries and argues for patience and rights for Black citizens. It cites attacks on the colored community and calls out mob rule and “barbarism” in the South, blaming slave-era legacies for ongoing racial tensions.
Mr Pillsbury asks if civilization can spare the Philippines and calls for recalling armies to suppress outrages in the South. He claims the United States must protect its citizens here and cites the fourteenth amendment making every colored man a citizen. The Rev Mr Berle speaks, and a collection funds the movement amid letters from Governor Wolcott praising it.
Adolph Kuffler doing business as A Kuffler Co leaf tobacco dealer at 162 Pearl Street assigns and stabilizes assets totaling 195600 with $1000 asst. district filing noted in May.
Testimonials praise Hood's Sarsaparilla for weakness after grip pneumonia eczema blood poisoning hip disease malaria pimples stomach trouble and impure blood. Recipients include Mrs. M A Dilworth Annie Robert W Stewart Abraham J Lewis and W H Mallins from Pennsylvania Massachusetts New York West Virginia Ohio and Colorado.
President McKinley enjoyed a day of rest at the Hotel Homestead in Hot Springs Virginia. He spent time on porches and in his party rooms, walked with Secretary Gage and Senator Fairbanks, and dined with Mrs McKinley and guests while the orchestra played. He will begin baths tomorrow morning.
A British detachment visits Vailima battlefield in Sa nuan Samoa after armistice to recover an American machine gun. Rebels abandoned forts at Lotopa and Vailima two tallies long. Some died in trenches from shell shock not wounds. Joint commissioners prepare peace terms. A drunk American sailor was shot and wounded but not seriously.
John Gillis aged 25 died after slipping from a lowering cage while being lowered into a Dominion Coal Company shaft at a worksite in Sydney Cape Breton. He fell seven feet to the bottom and was killed instantly.
Since the new South ern union station opened, South Boston residents face transit hardship. The Boston Terminal Company seeks a 10 foot bridge while local representatives push for 6 foot, with an amended 60 foot plan debated in the House to compare Boston’s needs with Malden. The bill reaches the Senate today amid lobbying opposing the measure.
On May 9 the transfer of 968 million silver dollars from the mint and post office vaults to the new mint vaults at Sixteenth and Spring Garden streets started. The 8,000 boxes will be moved by United States Express Company with four armed guards per wagon and two government reps at each vault. The operation spans about 116 days.
The cruiser Raleigh touched bottom entering the jettied swash channel near No. 1 buoy, swung onto a sand bank, and later was pulled off at high tide. Officers reported a superficial hull examination found no serious damage, though reception for the ship was postponed to tomorrow morning. Captain Coghlan and Pilot Lind commanded.
Naval officials view the Raleigh grounding as an unavoidable risk for a ship of nineteen feet draft in a jetty harbor. Commentators suggest the error may have been entering at that tide stage. If no damage is found, no official action is expected. otherwise a court of inquiry may be required to fix responsibility.
Aquatic world debate centers on shortening from four miles to three. Harvard President Elliott, old oarsman, leads supporters noting the fourth mile adds injury risk and little extra interest. Merrill, ’89, argues three miles suffice for spectators and rowers. last mile rarely affects winner.
Local players train for the open at the Country Club with more than fifty entries expected. Willie Campbell visits Maine to layout new courses while Atherton at Wollaston Club drives 236 yards to a cup shaped green. New gear promises longer drives and several local firms sell out of clubs as rules and hazards are outlined for the event.
Maurice Baldwin former Boston Post staffer and three Cuban companions repelled seven bandits near Bayamo. Baldwin feinted soldiers approaching to distract foes then ordered the bandits to drop arms. One bandit wounded in leg, all seven captured and turned over to gendarmerie.
Washington reports enduring friction between General Brooke and General Ludlow regarding Hanvana governance. Ludlow's independent style clashed with routine, prompting offbeat stories, including Ludlow's handling of a $50 bribe attempt by an Irish contractor.
The text notes a contractor departing with a fresh notion concerning Ludlow, implying a shift in plans or priorities beyond the immediate contract.
General Henry retiring Governor General of Porto Rico leaves San Juan aboard the McPherson. Crowds, bands, flags, and gifts greet the departure as Brigadier General George W. Davis assumes military governorship. Henry’s daughter and several officers travel with the party.
Manager George H. Hicks announces a three-heat purse plan for the first regular meeting at Combination Park in New England. Each heat will pay the top three horses $65, $25, and $15, with purses split into three parts and four events adjusted to pace and trot divisions. Entries close May 7.
London May 9 Duchess of York with the Duke of Connaught and Goschen launched the new Royal Yacht Victoria and Albert at Pembroke. After prayers the duchess severed a cord and the vessel slid into the water as crowds cheered. Naval officers civil officials and military members watched from the shore.
About 75 members gathered at the United States Hotel for a Post 191 G A R meeting. Speeches of reminiscence filled the social hour after a dinner, and the gathering remained informal throughout.
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