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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1899
Page
2
Advertised testimonials claim laughter signals health and purity of blood. Patients describe scrofula, indigestion, catarrh, and ulcers improving after Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills, naming individuals from Lynn Massachusetts to Indianapolis and Lowell.
A pair of two alarm fires in East Boston caused extensive damage including the steamer John Brooks at Cunningham's Wharf near Chelsea bridge. The Brooks suffered interior destruction and is likely valueless with a risk of sinking, while nearby structures and vessels sustained scorching from the heat. The fire, started around 6 pm, required a second alarm and full-use of fireboats before being controlled by 7 pm. The Brooks, built 1859, once ran on the Portland line and was replaced by the Portland. insurance reportedly insufficient to cover losses. The incident occurred alongside a smaller fire on Maverick Street affecting a fish smoke house, with minor damage.
The April report from the U S Bureau of Statistics shows Boston export growth for the ten months ending April 30 1899. Corn exports total 11 064 457 bushels up from 8 622 477. wheat 11 922 351 up from 6 485 525. breadstuffs value rises to 2 605 003 from 1 760 808. fresh beef and pork exports surge. pork volumes reach 61 525 149 pounds from 9 814 082. cotton exports jump to 186 801 609 pounds from 128 325 891.
The article outlines shifting captaincies at multiple stations as new police board member with reform ties and hobbies takes seat. It notes General Martin and Adams bringing agendas to curb disorderly houses and regulate liquor, with nightly station visits and enforcement actions affecting saloons in North Sand and other districts.
The Foresters of America opened their eleventh convention at the American House with 28 delegates representing nearly 300000 members in Massachusetts. Governor Wolcott absent. Mayor Quincy and Congressman Fitzgerald attended and spoke on cooperation and civic progress.
The annual State inspection of Company A Minth Regiment M V IM occurred last night at the East armory. Captain Daniel J. Keefe led drills with Lt G N Rogers and Lt 4d Sullivan overseeing platoon and loading and firing. Colonel Frye praised the soldiers bearing and noted veterans of the Santiago campaign present. fifty four men and three officers, only two enlisted men absent, received commendation.
A clothing sale offers All-Wool Top Coats from $3.95 and over 100 styles. Suits and overcoats priced from $4.75 to $12.95, including Blue Serge and Satin Lined options. Boys and men’s items from 95c and up. Grand values described as an over throw of regular prices.
The Cuban leader General Maximo Gomez plans a manifesto to review army pay and likely urge disbanding. It notes surrender of arms is difficult and that Mayors will store weapons. It calls Cubans to show patriotism by laying down arms and taking up farming tools.
Mrs Waite Lynch of San Francisco credits Golden Specific with curing her husband’s drunkenness after secretly using the remedy in his food and coffee. She urges other women to write for a free trial sent by Dr Haines of Cincinnati, noting the cure’s secrecy and effectiveness.
Significant changes at Harvard rowing yesterday swap Hawkins from bow to out, parca moves to second crew stroke, and Sheafe returns to varsity at stroke not three. The lineup lists Sheafe at stroke, Higginson six, Perkins five, Tilton four, Bancroft three, Lawrence two, Kernan bow Endicott.
At Manhattan Field New York May 16 the Waldorf Astoria plate was won by Charles I Bates in a four-in-hand driven by him after a noninjury accident. John S Bratton was close behind before the mishap caused by a pillar toppled Bratton's team and Bates claimed the prize.
Mary Pearson Foster formerly in jail since January on a false pretences charge is released. Sureties are Mary Smith of 19 West Dedham Street and Susan M. Smith of Revere. Foster suffered eye trouble from confinement and plans treatment.
Washington reports indicate tensions over the 34 million Cuban troop fund payments threaten friction between Cuban troops and American authorities. Officials fear potential clashes and criticize General Brooke for lacking diplomatic tact in Cuba despite his capable military leadership.
Frederick TH Barrows and his wife Annie I Barrows were convicted by a jury in the Superior Criminal Court. The indictment charged a joint criminal operation on Frances Adams in March that led to her death on April 1. Mrs Barrows testified denying the allegations while Mr Barrows did not testify. Sentencing likely today.
Strouse & Bros. of Baltimore sells their 1899 High Art line at prices from 7.50 to 18.09 per suit, far below regular 15 to 35 dollars. The stock includes a wide range of patterns from pinshead checks to worsteds, with boys’ suits also featured. The firm touts top-end cutters earning triple pay, and invites young men to save substantially.
The Charlestown Seventeenth of June Carnival Association elected William F. Harding chief marshal with Br. H. Carter as chief of staff. Division chiefs named are Henry B. Saylor, T. Frank Murphy, and RR. H. Hanson. A solicitation committee was formed to raise funds and a bicycle division is being discussed as a possible feature.
Cable advices from Buenos Ayres report the Boston bark Sarmiento from Portland via Barbadoes bound for Rosario ran aground on a rocky bottom at Punta Piedras. Eleven feet of water remained in her hold and assistance has been dispatched.
Cornelius J. O'Brien a 9 year old of 364 Broadway South Boston slipped and fell while leaving the National House Chelsea injuring a sore knee. He had been treated at City Hospital and was sent to Massachusetts General Hospital for further care.
Wm. McDonald, captured by Captain Dawson's men, was presented to Chief Inspector Watt's detectives. Special Officer Greene identified him as a former state prisoner. After Bertillon measurements and a photo, he was arraigned in Municipal Court and held for grand jury action.
The passage argues that the most credible testimony comes from witnesses who have no stake in the outcome, highlighting the U S Government's role in guaranteeing fairness and integrity across important matters.
Cambridge defeated Fitchburg 11 to 8 at Charles River Park securing its second NE League win. Tom Smith pitched well with some wildness, while Mahoney, Murphy and Quinlan contributed key hits and defense in a fast, small-crowd affair.
Boston Latin opened the league season at the South End grounds and lost to Hopkins 4 to 2. Stillman pitched well for Boston Latin but support was lacking. Clarke and McGrath led the bats. Hopkins benefited from better team play and coaching as key hits and fielding aided their win.
The Master Teamsters Association met at the United States Hotel with Myr Ww. C. Sanders presiding. Amos Towle spoke on a Senate bill mandating tires of specified width for all vehicles and on paving B Street in South Boston, noting funds in treasury but lack of immediate work. Officers elected: President W. C. Sanders, Vice Presidents W. Thor Pareher and Karnesy Rowe, Treasurer and Secretary Luke Alillard.
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