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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1901
Page
8
New York markets opened firm with large trades in many issues. Adventure stock surged in Boston market with 6886 shares changing hands as investors weigh intrinsic value and mine progress. copper shares, notably Amalgamated and Boston and Montana, posted gains amid copper news and dividend expectations.
Boston stock market update lists the day’s top and bottom sales and the closing bid and asked prices. Figures include shares traded, prices for various stocks, and overall market activity for May 29.
In a May 27 2001 Boston notice Kidder Peabody & Co. proposes to swap each Butte and Boston share for one Amalgamated Copper Company share if approved by Amalgamated stockholders at a June 6 meeting. Large holders have agreed to the exchange, with option to take cash at 92.50 a share if they reject the exchange. Dividends during transfer will be paid to holders.
The Boston and Montana Consolidated Copper and Silver Mining Company offers to exchange four Amalgamated Copper Company shares for each Boston and Montana share, with the option to sell at 375 dollars per share if no exchange is made by June 6, 1901. Dividends pending delivery would be paid to holders.
The Boston Latin School held its annual prize declamation yesterday afternoon in the exhibition hall. Acting Headmaster Arthur I. Fiske led the program with pupils, teachers, and many relatives in attendance.
The final prize declamation for English High School pupils was held yesterday in the school exhibition hall. The English High School orchestra of about thirty five pupils supplied music under the direction of Mr. James A. Beatley, an instructor.
Judge Braley in the Superior Court equity session issues an injunction against multiple drug firms including Eastern Drug Company of Boston and Hart area partners. The decree bars threats or interference with Hoagland’s business and forbids shadowing or pressuring customers or exchanges to boycott his store.
The PP T Whist Club of East Boston plans an outing to their new club house in Milton and will attend a social evening with prize winners from leading arts groups. Miss Sizee and other representatives will be present.
The Anulated Association of Iron and Steel orders has started a movement among the employees of the Billion Dollar Steel Trust to organize all workers. The statement says the steel and iron trade is controlled by one man, Mr. Morgan, whose stance toward labor is uncertain, risking serious implications for workers if labor actions occur.
The Fall River line steamer Puritan suffered a broken paddle wheel pin just after departing the city, crippling the boat. It stopped about 1.5 miles downstream and was checked by officials before moving toward Newport and then New York, arriving an hour and a half late.
London May 2 reports say serious fighting occurred in the eastern Transvaal last week. War Office casualty lists show 42 British killed and 101 wounded, most casualties dated May 22 to May 25 between Bethel and Standerton where General Blood led operations.
Treasury figures show customs duties collected on Philippine imports from April 1, 1890, to March 31, 1901 totaling $1,004,917. Of this amount $866,942 came from sugar and $139,000 from cigars and cigarettes, with no other significant proceeds from miscellaneous articles.
Archbishops Williama and bishops will administer confirmations at St John the Apostle in Bridgewater and St Patrick’s in Water, with ceremonies for First Communion. A new church stone will be laid at St Patrick’s and a novena to Our Lady of the Wayside begins May 31 in Boston and Georgetown observances continue with Jesuit participation and daily prayers.
A city uproar follows the forced resignation of Miss Carrie Small the Woodward Institute principal amid religious questions and board conflict. Reported motives include her appointment of a teacher two years ago salary concerns and alleged ministerial influence, while supporters praise her strict yet gentle leadership and note the school serves Quincy’s best families.
Salem May 20. At a city meeting Aldermen postponed action on all police force nominations until Mayor Hurley provides reasons for removing certain officers. P Frank was approved as city marshal to succeed Waziner after twenty four years in that post. Other nominations were discussed and the nine members of the force were approved tonight as the board debated the mayor's removals.
An injured lineman identified as Thrthan Burke died in Chelsea last night from injuries suffered when struck by a toppled electric light pole in Revere. The incident occurred earlier in the evening and authorities reported the fatal outcome after treatment.
An evening concert at Schwall Ben Hall highlighted a featured one act opera Pincher Mine and Mattes Huegen with John Bieller among the prominent performers. The event drew an attentive audience as the main attraction of the program.
The North End Democrats hold their May ball at Roughan's Hall in Charlestown drawing nearly 2000 attendees including ex Congressman Fitzgerald aides and ex Senator Rourke. Leaders from Ward 8 and Ward 6 mingle while alliances form with Alderman Lomasney and ex Congressman teams now united. A grand march featured prominent figures such as John Fitzgerald Edward Mahoney and P H Bradley as well as dozens of councilmen and guests from Charlestown South Boston and East Boston.
The Dorchester Social-and Literary Club held its annual May party at Bloomfield Hall Chester last evening. About 450 guests attended as the club’s young men staged a successful event, with members pleased by the evening’s results.
The Irish Nationals of Chelsea held their first social and dance at Granite Hall. More than 500 attendees enjoyed the evening, highlighted by an Emmets drill from Lynn and Charlestown. Dennis Fi. O'Keefe directed the floor as William J. Barry narrated with a corps of assistants.
The Confederate Veterans hold a second day session in Memphis with 1859 camps and 2309 attendees. Delegates study resolutions urging a Lee monument in the Capitol and grateful thanks to Congress and the President for national cemetery support and veteran care.
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