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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1899
Page
8
Rear Admiral Howison aboard the United States cruiser Chicago demanded settlement of American claims against the Moroccan Sultan. He warned of bombardment within 24 hours, and the threat led to a quick agreement before the Chicago resumed its voyage around Africa.
Official information from Rear Admiral Howison aboard the Chicago states the ship did not go to Tangier to press payments. The Chicago merely stopped there during a cruise around Africa, with the U S consul using the presence of the vessel to help reach a settlement of American citizens' claims with the Moorish government.
In Lewiston Maine on May 9, Walter Byron, a Merchants' Express bookkeeper, identified a box delivering a bottle of poisoned whiskey to Teel. W H Clark testified selling a typewriter to Pierce, and Professor Robinson from Bowdoin College described the whiskey analysis, noting a saturated Rough on Rats solution with two ounces potentially fatal. The court adjourned after Robinson's testimony.
Report from Gloucester on May 9 details three strikers arrested. two are held at the police station in Rockport and Lanesville. A meeting occurred with plans discussed to march to Rockport’s lockup to force releases, but the midnight descent was abandoned.
One of the season's most fashionable weddings was held at the residence of Mrs. Isaac Stevens on Bowdoin Avenue in Dorchester. Aliss Mary Eskridge became the bride of Lieutenant Charles McKinley Saltzman, First Cavalry, U.S.A. The ceremony was officiated by Rev. Henry T. of All Souls Unitarian Roxbury, with Lt. Smith as best man and Miss Virginia Eskridge as maid of honor. Bridesmaids included Julia Stevens Maud Stevens Sue Stevens Harriet Smith Catherine Stummercarves. Ushers included Payton Hazard Edward Smith Moses Stevens Jr Edward Maynard Alden and Lt. Benjamin Hartshorn.
The A O H Suffolk County committee met in St Stephen's Hall Wells Memorial buildings with County President William J Cronin presiding. A report showed 11 000 tickets sold. James A Punch led the souvenir committee. National President John T Keating of Chicago will attend. The event is set for Hall in Gay May 2.
A late night blaze at 470 Vianover Street in the Four-Glory Brick Building damaged rooms used by the Golden Star Pleasure Club. Police suspect possible incendiarism after finding two different faces at the origin point. Firemen extinguished the fire. building damage assessed at 70990. An investigation is planned.
The senatorial pure food investigating committee heard testimony on meat alteration practices. Wisconsin chemist Professor A B Mitchell testified that many Illinois butchers use preserving liquids on meat scraps for hamburger preparation. He described a liquid called freezine as nearly pure formic aldehyde and warned of digestive harm from milk or meat treated with it.
Tufts students marked a win over Bowdoin by triggering a late evening bonfire near College Hill. An alarm at Box 49 at 9:55 summoned Somerville and Medford equipment, with a second alarm five minutes later causing widespread city mobilization before the hoax was revealed.
New York May 9 The second day of the 72 hour go as you please race resumed at 1 pm with Hegelman still in front after yesterday’s session. He planned to add about 78 miles to match the record as crowds urged him on and police kept the track clear after a brief dispute over a potential departure.
Chelsea officials will not celebrate the Fourth of July as the Board of Aldermen unfavorable to a $500 appropriation for observance. The finance committee issued the adverse report at the recent meeting.
Harry W. Drinkwater, 18, of 261 Jovyron Street, was arrested on four counts of larceny. Prosecutors say he stole from his employer H H Moses Wool firm at 589 Atlantic Avenue goods valued at 75 60 on April 6 then 130 on April 27 275 on May 8 and 12 on May 9 and from G L Anthony of 620 Atlantic Avenue valued at 3.
Major Arthur M Diggles of Massachusetts life in Minneapolis for 16 years after working in insurance. He was shot near Calumpit during a fight with Filipino forces. A 42 year old husband and father, he earned a major rank from a vacancy prior to the regiment’s departure.
Malden Wish School topped Everett 8 to 0 in a one sided Suburban High School League baseball game at Malden park yesterday afternoon. Key hitters included McCarthy Lansiey Kelley Cahill Sic with Perkins and Wallace on base. Malden benefited from four errors by Everett and four strikeouts by Perkins.
Three runaway incidents near Cambridge centers left two women injured, one horse in the Charles River, and bystander rescues. A Boston dentist and Mrs. Bryant Richards were jolted when a horse reared near Harvard Bridge, overturning their two seat carriage. the horse leapt into the river but was recovered unhurt. A double-drive carriage from Whiting & Co. fled through Central and Harvard squares before stopping near Cambridge Hospital. the driver fainted, the passenger unharmed. A third trap carriage on Bow Street collided with a fence after being startled by a passing team, the horse captured by a boy named B Condon.
Last night at Mechanics’ Building a Military and Naval Tournament showcased Naval Light Artillery drills and a Cossack mounted drill led by Captain Todd’s cavalry. Company F o of the Sixth Division, Massachusetts Naval Brigade, set a new dismounting record at 6.12 seconds, while Battery K's guard mount and Battery A’s extended order drill impressed, highlighting differences between black and smokeless powder and earning vigorous audience applause. The Roxbury Horse Guards under Captain John Erring Jr. joined in, while regular cavalry with rapid charges and bold riding drew the crowd’s cheers.
Eilean-PB Lawrence faced District Court on a complaint charging she stole 100000 feet of gas valued at 11.2 mills net, from the New Bedford Gas and Electric Light Company. She was represented by counsel who secured a continuance to Friday.
In Okolona Mississippi on May 9 a dispute over a bill led to a fight between Dr. William Murphy and Charles D. Clark. Murphy was stabbed, Clark died, and Howard Murphy and Walter Clark killed each other in a pistol duel.
Worcester test of an International Power Company model compressed air tractor, five tons with a twenty mile range, pulled a ten ton coal cart and a freight car up a grade, while Mayor Josiah Quincy and Edwin Cramp watched. The tractor is aimed to replace horses for freight hauling for the New York Auto-Truck and Boston Auto-Truck outfits. Quincy operated the machine in the company yards before returning home at 5:49 PM.
Mrs. Charles F. Eastman of Littleton New Hampshire died from injuries after a fall in the Vendome Hotel main hall. While carrying a pitcher of milk she tripped on her skirt near an open elevator, the door and power controls released triggering a rapid ascent. The elevator boy stopped the car and medical help was summoned.
In Buffalo New York on a quiet May day the grain shovellers persist in demanding the abolition of contractors and middlemen. They claim they can bond sufficient to guarantee handling all grain moved by the Lake Carriers Association.
The Ward line steamer Havana, Captain Stevens, reached quarantine from Havana in two days and 2029 hours, the fastest Havana to New York passage. It carried 63 cabin passengers 1585 soldiers from the Second U S Cavalry Fifth Artillery and multiple regiments plus 77 prisoners to be held on Governor's Island. Among cabin travelers were Brigadier General Kr. W Masbrouck General M Co Butler General KE Pearson and General OF de Ernst.
Everett NH May 9 The city hosted a reception and banquet for war volunteers. A short parade led by the Fifth Regiment Field Band featured Grand Army of the Republic Soniet Veterans and others. Speakers included Massachusetts Senate President George K Smith General William A Bencroft Colonel J H Whitney Lt Colonel Weaver and Congressman Ernest W Roberts.
Charles J Leonard of 792 Mansacha emis avenue was arrested yesterday on a charge of posing a worthless check for 4.75 dollars drawn on KR K Glagheen dated February 1.
Patrolman J. Drew of Division 12 received an official commendation from the Velice Board after being praised by his captain J. Hanley.
In New York at Lenox A C a large crowd watched Frank Erne of Buffalo defeat George McFadden of New York on points after a hard 25 round lightweight clash under Marquis of Queensberry rules. The bout featured sustained trading of jabs body blows and multiple lead exchanges with several rounds producing notable blood and dramatic returns. The referees scoring declared Erne the winner with McFadden earning a draw in a preliminary ten-round catchweight spar.
Eddie Connolly of Buffalo knocked out Mysterious George Kerwin of Chicago in the fourth round of a planned 20 round bout at the Olympic A C. Connolly controlled the action with rapid jabs and power shots sending Kerwin through the ropes. In the preliminaries Al Weinig forced Broncho Bill Brownsey to quit in the fifth round in his ring debut.
George Gardner of Gardner Massachusetts defeated Johnny Butler of Lynn in the seventh round of a fifteen round fight at the Nutone A C. Butler was groggy and saved from further punishment by police interruption. Preliminary bout featured Jimmie Stewart versus Kid St. Dennis. Dennis unable to continue after the fourth round.
Troy, N Y May 9 Mike Farragher of Youngstown Ohio faced Jimmy Gorman of Troy in a scheduled 20 rounder at 185 pounds. Farragher was stopped in the fifth round by a left hook to the jaw, giving the local crowd a knockout finish.
Providence news reports Duke Stevens a lightweight boxer formerly of Lowell Massachusetts died in a Rhode Island hospital. He had traveled from Buffalo to the area for fights and was well known in the boxing scene.
The Teston Jewellers Association met at Yourne's Hotel last evening with Mr. H. W. Patterson presiding. No business was conducted except private matters. Several new members were elected and there were no speeches or guests.
Twenty Dorchester expressmen discussed business and the potential for improvements at the Hired States Hotel. Almost every leading express firm in Dorchester was represented with speeches focused on business matters.
The portraited young entrepreneur Harry L. Kramer, renowned for No-To-Pac and Cascarets, started with less than $10 and $5 ad spend ten years ago. He reinvests profits, now runs a $300,000 yearly ad budget, employs 209 people, and operates Magno-Mud baths at Indiana Mineral Springs with a $250,000 complex attracting national guests.
A letter from Perry directs burial in a pine coffin for three days with no minister or flowers, a plain stone marker, and reading of the note by executors. The body lies unrefrigerated in his Hanover home for three days as mourners gather. the service features singing and a hymn, not embalming or an undertaker.
The will directs payment of debts and leaves the home and all personal property to the widow of the deceased, who died four months earlier. Major bequests include sums to relatives and friends, while the executors William F. Bates Henry W. Chanler Morrill A. Phillips hold a trust for Hanover’s poor and for education. They may grant land to ten buyers on Broadway with long restrictions, and can continue or dissolve the deceased’s business partnerships.
Massachusetts born Perry died at age unknown after building and selling the Abington Flanovel railroad line. A shrewd investor, he funded varied ventures and mentored many young men. A temperance advocate, he opposed tobacco sales to store tenants. His will faces probate Monday.
The West End Ladies Aid Association installed new officers at St Andrew’s Church Hornt Chambers Street in a lively ceremony. Officers include President Harry Gordon Vice President Mrs J Miller Treasurer Afra Be Stone Recording Secretary Miss Bhim Financial Secretary Mr Louis Cohen and committee members Miss Sisk Vernet Mrs J Weisman. The evening featured piano solos by Reva Arkin Blanch Rosenthal Sophia Ebb and N Baker a recitation by Miss Fisher and refreshments. Special guest T Borofsky delivered a speech along with President Harry Gordon who presided.
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