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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1895
Page
6
A ghastly phantom reportedly lurks in Harvard College yard between 123 and 1 near Weld Hall. Eyewitnesses describe a wispy figure in draped robes with eerie cries as it glides through air and along the ground, stirring fresh men indoors after dark and prompting varsity lore about a departed hazing victim.
Sylvester Hinckley a Dorchester resident aged 41 was found dead in Room 22 at the Quincy House Boston after his family reported his disappearance. A revolver lay in his hand and three chambers were discharged with a bullet in the wall and another in the forehead. Police and the medical examiner were notified and the victim’s widow and attorney identified him. He had recently suffered nervous prostration and slight mental derangement.
Dr. Brady denounces a Chicago veterans statue and a Rome tied Boston Catholic system in a Sermon, calling the Chicago monument treasonable and condemning Catholic parochial schools and convents. He criticizes Governor Greenhalge for favoring Rome and claims 80 percent of local criminals are Catholics.
Fire at Richmond destroys long wharf freight sheds and coaling pier. A long shed housing sixty cattle burned with several coal cars. Fire spread quickly, cause unknown but suspected incendiarism. Loss estimated near a quarter of a million dollars. government property with no insurance.
Thomas McDermott, jailed in Lynn after a Saturday arrest, attempted suicide in his cell twice. He formed ropes from clothing, tied them to the door, and later tried to choke himself while hanging on the bars.
Mrs Frank Leslie announces she will stay in Europe until fall after leasing her business to a wealthy syndicate. she will supervise editorial and art while the syndicate controls operations until her return. She travels with Lady Wilde to comfort the Wilde family amid Oscar Wilde scandals and denies rumors of a divorce between Oscar Wilde and his wife.
Captain George E. Savory earns broad praise for his genial, tireless service in the department. Recognized for his work as property clerk, he is appointed chairman, embracing heavy responsibilities with readiness. Born in Haverhill on November 18, 1840, his father also held notable posts in his era.
The subject, who started in mercantile ventures and Navy service, settled in Boston from age three, pursued schooling, and after honorable discharge in 1869 worked in leather and artesian wells. He joined the police in 1878, rising to sergeant and later property clerk managing records, purchases, and supplies for the department and signal service.
Reserve Officer Arnold of Division 1 earned a life saver record yesterday morning while patrolling near Commercial wharf. He followed cries to the end of the wharf and pulled James Coakley from the water alive. Coakley, 26, was attended by Dr Dunn at the station and later moved to City Hospital.
The Norristown Woollen Company in Pennsylvanias Norristown area announces a 10 percent wage increase for about 400 workers effective immediately. The mill must run on double time to meet current orders.
Buy Brookline Comper Vice-President Thomas W Lawson and General Counsel Parker C Chandler arrived home from New York after a week of daily talks with Brookline manager H H Rogers on uniting local gas interests A possible syndicate including Bay State bondholders is said to be ready to buy the Brookline outfit and set aside the Boston contract unless the deal proceeds swiftly, unsettling local gas affairs and prompting questions about ex-Mayor Matthews and Director Curtis.
The American Society plans a July 4 banquet in London with about 600 Americans expected. Ambassador Bayard may preside, and the group notes growing membership and efficiency. The general committee includes the U S ambassador, military and naval attaches, and the consul-general, with ex-officio members listed.
Salvation Army lasses and ensign Gerberich kept control of St. Omer Hall in South Boston after landlord Joseph Brainard broke in with a sledge hammer Saturday afternoon. Major Brewer, representing the Army, had leased the hall on May 2 but was locked out on May 5 prompting two weeks of tense occupancy. District Attorney Allen advised action, and the army planned suit for two weeks’ rent while Brainard contemplates legal steps. insurance concerns and a proposed compensation offer were discussed but rejected by Major Brewer.
Epworth Leaguers marked six years with morning sermon by Rev C L Goodell on the League origin in Epworth England and the global reach of its million members. Junior League and main evening meeting featured Miss M A Nichols and Hon C C Corbin with addresses on church loyalty and charitable work. Regular annual meeting and officer elections slated for next Thursday.
Manuel Fuente, longtime Cuba correspondent, returned to New York on May 19 reporting brutal treatment by Spanish authorities. He says he was arrested on arrival, kept in irons for four days, and released after the American consul intervened. The State Department may investigate. Fuente heard guards told him refuse food for 48 hours to avoid poisoning.
Captain Armstrong reports Yale coach Bob Cook cannot come to New Haven immediately due to business duties. Cook plans to join the crew during most of its stay at its quarters on the Thames, ensuring his presence for much of the Thames crew period.
Report from El Paso details a revolt near Guadalupe Calvo and Yarragama in Chihuahua. Natives attacked an American surveying party led by C. P. Morrison, killing twenty. Mexican troops arrived with 100 men, were repulsed, leaving many dead or wounded. Morrison escaped.
Vienna May 19 Monsignor Agliardi the Papal Nuncio who opposed the ecclesiastical bills and helped trigger Hungarys political crisis and the resignation of Count Kalnoky has been recalled by the Vatican It is said the Nuncio at Brussels will likely succeed him.
An official cable dispatch from Majunga Madagascar reports French forces defeating the Hovas at Sakalave with sixty killed. A French lieutenant and twelve men wounded, and the camp at Amboudemonte captured. The first French brigade has arrived at Androle.
In Watertown on May 18 two Chinese men seeking a laundry site were accosted by a group of youths in the park who accused them of eating rats. When they protested the crowd struck one man in the mouth, cutting his lip. police were alerted.
A letter from an American resident in Turkey recounts interviews with Armenian refugees and returning soldiers. At Moosh in late February he describes mass killings, mutilation, and torture directed by Turkish forces, including the execution of the priest Der Hohannes and the murder of families in Semal and Havadoric. He notes bribe attempts to distort testimony and recalls victims, survivors, and the brutal aftermath.
The Supreme Court Saturday conference was postponed to Monday to finalize the income tax ruling. Justice Shiras, who backed the tax at the first hearing, asked for more time to study the act and is now thought likely to vote against it. A decision is expected Monday.
A World despatch charges the U S Bureau of Animal Industry with being the Beef Trust’s ally and a vehicle for pork trichinosis frauds. It claims stamps mislead buyers, inspectors tamper with boxes, and cites Dr Lee defending inspection while suggesting a political motive.
Charles D. Roger, 18, and three companions were in Lowell on Central Street when Eugene Stott, in a drunken frenzy, attacked Roger with a knife. The assault cut from the head to the jaw, partially severed the left ear, and cut two fingers. Roger bled heavily but is expected to recover. Stott was arrested.
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