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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1894
Page
2
Four thousand workers at National Tube Works in McKeesport walk off for a 20 percent wage increase. If the stoppage spreads, three iron mills in Pittsburg could close, risking 4000 jobs.
Thirteen defendants received prison terms from Judge Bond in the Superior Criminal Court. Adelbert O. Brewster drew eight years for forgery. John Moore and Abel H. Pinckney each got four years for robbery and fur theft respectively. David Lemaitre three years for forgery. Others received varied terms for larceny, receiving stolen goods, breaking and entering, and related offenses.
The body of Edward Cahill was moved to Portland and buried in the family lot after James Milliken claimed the remains and alleged murder. James Flood remains in City Hospital but showed marked improvement and may soon be well.
Funeral services for Mrs Lizzie A Goodwin wife of Frank Goodwin of the Boston Museum were held at 27 Spencer avenue Chelsea yesterday afternoon. The service conducted by Rev Mr Harvey included prayer and remarks. Floral tributes were noted and the remains were taken to Brooklyn.
Baton Rouge May 14 The General Assembly elected Senator Don Caffery of Louisiana for the long term as United States Senator with a term beginning March 6, 1896.
Senate marks corporation day with heated debate over stocks and bonds bills for railroads gas and electric firms and telegraph water providers. A Law rence substitute aimed at preventing stock watering was defeated 28 8 while Bell Telephone was exempted from the law and sent to third reading.
In the divorce session Judge Sherman hears Mrs. Alice Kenison seek separation from Walter W. Kenison a chiropodist after fourteen years of marriage and a drinking saga. She gains custody of their child and $6 weekly alimony while Professor Gleason the horse tamer seeks reduced alimony as he faces gambling debts and a separate divorce proceeding.
An ad touts a premier art publication as superb and finest with premium offerings. It advertises immediate availability at the Post Portfolio Department priced at one coupon and one dime, directing readers to page 2 for the coupon.
The schooner Oriental, Capt Colson, laden with lumber from Calais to Quincy Mass, ran aground in Fisherman Island passage near Owl's Head Grindstone Ledge. She stove her bottom and filled. Tug Frederick Wilson towed her to Rockland where she awaits orders.
Annie Shea who drank laudanum to end her life at her rooms 2 Union Park street has recovered. She will not explain the motive behind the attempt and declares she will try again and be more successful.
A large crowd gathered at Odd Fellows Hall for the Baptist Sunday School Superintendents Association fourteenth annual ladies night. Wives and daughters of members attended in strong numbers, making the event highly enjoyable.
George Sid dons of New Orleans and Jack Egan of Harrison weighed 125 pounds. The "cast iron man" sid and the young Montana Kid brother clashed in Harrison tonight with Egan losing in the tenth round.
The American Writnger Co. operates at 13 and 1g Broadway extension, city, producing wringers mangles spring beds and carpet sweepers. Repairs offered for all wringers and sweepers with prompt mail orders.
The Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts held a large meeting led by Captain Jacob Fottler. Preparations were completed for the anniversary parade on June 4.
A vast Hibernian convention assembled in Omaha with delegates from across the United States and Canada. Mass at St John’s Church featured Jesuit priests and flags, followed by sessions at Morrand’s Hall with numerous committees, speeches by Bishop Scannell and national leaders, and a large afternoon parade and mass meeting.
Ten years after a severe injury at the Federal Street drawbridge and subsequent illness, a South Boston resident who had served as patrolman and wagon driver, now retired on half pay, is mourned. Born in West Meath Ireland he leaves a wife seven children and a son Thomas J. a patrolman. He once arrested Mahoney who is now serving a life sentence for a Sixth Street murder and he belonged to the Police Relief Association and the Royal Society of Good Fellows.
Florence D. Stickney sued Charles D. Stickney in Superior Court with testimony detailing marital separation since last year and alleged nightly intoxication. A letter from Paris circulating claims of a dress purchase and a fancy dress ball. Court to render decision later.
Lowell May 14 The special committee to investigate Councilman Noble regarding alleged money from McBellroy for a street department job concluded its hearing tonight and adjourned to Monday evening for further action.
Dr H A Tucker of the Brooklyn Tabernacle died at 2 PM in Cottage City. Funeral services are planned for Wednesday in Cottage City with burial at Rockhill Cemetery, possibly Thursday.
Mrs Juliana Barrett of Vermont visiting her daughter Mrs Frank Francher in Newton was found dead in bed yesterday morning. The death description and circumstances were reported locally with no further details provided.
Boston prepares for Queen Victoria’s birthday with a potential visit by Vice Admiral Sir John Hopkins and part of the British North American fleet. The Blake and Tartar may arrive around May 22–23, with a May 2 banquet aboard the flagship and a royal salute at noon. Events include a hotel banquet, official day delays, and church services by the British charitable group.
The event honored Woodworth Masters with a birthday party at Arcade Hall starting at eight. Pupils and the National Association of Dancing Masters presented a crayon portrait by William Hatch and a crayon titled Terpsichore. Dr J C F Bridge gave the speech.
The Coxyites overpowered the U S marshal of Idaho at Montpelier and captured a Union Pacific train, now moving east toward Green River, Missouri.
The Trinity Club entertained its lady friends with a musicale and light collation in Trinity Church society rooms last evening.
Dr Dewy, a renowned Boston physician, will provide free medical services to all during these severe times. His offices are at Hotel Pelham, 74 Boylston Street, with hours 9 to 1, 3 to 6, and 6 to 8 p m, and Sundays 10 to 4 p m.
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