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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1895
Page
2
Berlin reports say mobs attacked Muslims at prayer in several cities including Diarbekir where a clash left multiple dead and wounded. Turkish officials, ambassadors and ministers are urging restraint as Armenians and Muslims clash amid Armenian reform tensions.
A noon Lynn service on Oxford Street, organized by local labor unions, drew a large crowd of moulders and sympathizers to hear Rev Herbert N. Casson preach on The Moulders' Strike at General Electric. He urged resistance to oppression, linking strikes to historic movements and noting the impact of piece work on workers. The sermon condemned wage-cutting and praised union struggle, while contrasting factory dangers with moral duties.
BiG STRIKE in St. Louis reports railroads doubling guard numbers to protect property as unions deny any local strike plan. An A R U official argues railroad actions may provoke a general stoppage, noting history shows roads push agitation first while workers remain ready to respond.
Nov 3 Walcott Mills in Rice county burned wholesale with only two dwellings spared. Faribault and North End fire brigades failed to halt the flames amid high winds. Sheffield Bros mills valued 150000 with 81000 insurance. others including an engine house boarding house packing house copper shed and multiple dwellings destroyed. Mills employed nearly 100 men.
Officers from Division 10 seized 234 gallons of Jager beer at 264 Pynchon Street Roxbury and searched 10 Adams Place and 23 Leons Street yielding small seizures. Division 6 arrested Mary Fitzpatrick 82 at 11 A street for alleged illegal liquor sale and seized five gallons of whiskey. Carsie Malone 38 of 10 Broadway arrested for similar charge and a quart plus 2-1/2 gallons of whiskey seized.
Charles Francis Adams Nathan Matthews Jr Henry L Pierce Joseph H ONeil Richard H Dana Benjamin W Wells Herbert L Harding Charles F Donnelly Melvin C Adams Theodore Lyman Jesse M Gove Andrew B Lattimore Reven Thomas Jeremiah W Coveney and eighty others named in a historical civic roster.
Rev George W Shinn preached at St James Cambridge on What Is Socialism arguing the Christian church embodies the true brotherhood not upheaval. He said socialism's advocates present claims but rest on flawed foundations and the church offers the best model for a just society without dethroning the family or overturning social order.
The Altenheim concert packed Boston Theatre with over 500 admissions. Conducted by Carl Zerrahn and Dr Lois Kelterborn, the event showcased 450 singers and 830 instruments. Miss Gertrude Franklin and Arthur Beresford led notable solos with Gustav Strube directing orchestral accompaniments. Proceeds support the German Ladies Aid Society Altenheim fund.
Patrick J. McDonald of 1085 Washington Street and William H. Skinner of Dorchester are under arrest at Lagrange Street station on charges of attempted highway robbery. They allegedly held up Charles F. Hoffman of 7 Harrison Avenue on Harrison Avenue near Harvard Street at 11 o'clock last night, attempting to take his watch and money. Hoffman's cries drew an officer, leading to the arrest.
Charles H. Perry, a Brighton undertaker, was last seen Friday and has since vanished. Friends and creditors report numerous debts to Brighton merchants and a possible attempt to seize his property. His wife left him about four weeks ago and is living with her parents in Charlestown.
The Third Congregational Church in Cambridge held a commemorative service for the late George Ware last evening. Reverend Briggs, D. D., served as former pastor and delivered a brief address along with other short remarks from assisting clergy.
The American Wringer Co. lists products including wringers mangles spring beds and carpet sweepers. Located at 138 and 15 Broadway extension the firm invites orders by mail and offers telephone service via Tremont for inquiries and prompt dispatch.
Jeremiah H. Sullivan president of the Philo Celtic Society spoke at Institute Hall Cambridge on whether the Irish are loyal to American institutions. He argued affirmatively, saying they have always acted nobly when tested and that no other native citizens are more loyal than the Emerald Isle natives.
In Malden on November 3, Joseph N. Walcott the colored boxer was summoned to appear in district court Tuesday to face a charge of assault and battery against George Henderson, a sewer laborer. The incident followed a dog fight started by 13 year old Charles Durgin. Henderson allegedly kicked Walcott’s dog, Walcott confronted him, and a scuffle ensued with Henderson badly treated until Durgin threw a stone, injuring Henderson’s head requiring stitches.
An OBrien rally is scheduled at Institute Gymnasium Cambridge tonight at 8 o'clock. Ex Alderman Cleary will preside and speakers include Christopher F Bardens Ere O Engstrom and others.
An 19th century advertisement for Hood's Pills claiming prevention of constipation biliousness sick headache jaundice and liver troubles. Prepared by C I Hood & Co Lowell Massachusetts. Price 28 cents.
Committees say the party will exceed last year’s results with George Fred Williams as Governor candidate. Boston Democrats report strong voter registration and naturalization, predicting larger turnout in North End and South Boston contests. Alderman Dever and Richard Sullivan seen as likely winners in key Suffolk districts as Hutchinson faces opposition over free transfers.
The Legislature’s 1894 vote tied to the Bell Telephone grab cost many defeated for renomination or re election. Still candidates remain among those labeled on the Post’s black list for votes or the grab. Senate contenders include Dana Malone, Thomas A. Brooks, Francis W Darling, George A. Galloupe. House hopefuls include Daniel C. Casey, James H. Flint, Benjamin C. Harvey, William H. I. Hayes, Henry D. Humprey, James H. Mellen, Eugene M. Moriarty, James F. McIaven, Ernest W. Roberts, Marcus M. Merritt, Samuel W. George, Thomas E. St. John, Charles H. Utley.
The Sheridan Club of Roxbury held its first smoke talk in Columbia Hall Upham's Corner with about 900 invitations. Austin J McGivern welcomed guests as Hon John F Dever addressed the crowd predicting Senate race in the seventh district and urging party unity next Tuesday. Other speeches by John H Cullen, Councilman Fedes, Representative Quirk and Joseph Lundy followed. Music and variety acts by Hoar Sullivan Troy Lamb Frazer and the Boston Banjo Trio entertained attendees.
Massachusetts voters are urged to vote no on the question granting municipal suffrage to women. The pamphlet argues suffrage is a duty for the fit, notes women’s rights are protected, cites low registration, claims women are overtaxed, and warns that extending suffrage could move towns toward city government. Francis C. Lowell chairs the Mass. Man Suffrage Assn with Charles R. Saunders as secretary, Boston, Nov. 4.
The Journal reports a statewide tally by counties with Greenhalge Williams predicted to win a substantial plurality. The summary lists county results and an expected gain for the ticket, noting a Greenhalge lead of 78,761 and county totals such as 123,949 for Le ke iows Pitt (sic) as part of the breakdown.
The Common Council candidate for Senator O'Brien led a large meeting in Ward G at the Hanover Theatre. Ex Representative McLaughlin and others urged support for Williams for Governor and O'Brien for Senator, praising O'Brien as the peer of any man in the third district.
Edward Doherty of 21 Eaton Street appeals to Democratic voters in the third senatorial district to support honesty and scrutinize candidates Martin M. Lomasney and Christopher O'Brien. He warns against political bosses, calls for voters to cast an honest ballot next Tuesday, and urges personal accountability at the polls.
A Boston circular titled An Appeal by the Insulted Colored Citizens accuses Edward P. Shaw, Republican candidate for treasurer and receiver-general, of insulting the colored community by saying no colored person could be appointed to clerical work among white girls. It notes similar remarks by Boston Mayor about A. B. Latimore and urges a vote change to end perceived racial discrimination. R. F. Coursey signs the letter.
In the hot third Suffolk district a rally divide grows as Alderman Lomasney and Common Council President Chris O'Brien vie for Senator. Tonight East Cambridge hosts rival rallies with speakers including John W Coveney Josiah Quincy Edward Donovan Fitzgerald Thomas Riley and Lomasney.
The Lauriat Avenue Independent Club held its second meeting at C S Neilson's home on Friday. Reports were accepted including an encouraging registration update. Eighteen new members joined and the club's working force doubled last month. Remarks were given by President Harvey and Vice President Abbott Melville. C S Neilson recently joined the group. A special meeting is set for Monday evening November 11.
A Washington despatch reports the Katahdin clocked 16.18 knots during trials, rejected for not reaching the required seventeen knots. Naval officials believe favorable conditions could push speed to target, while Congress faces potential contract modifications and the ship may be offered to a foreign buyer to recoup costs.
City firefighting units responded to a hotel fire at the Hotel Austerfield on Massachusetts Avenue with a sight fire quickly controlled and no damage reported. A Boston man, Robert Hamilton, was injured when knocked down by a streetcar at Berkely and Tremont streets, fracturing both bones in his left leg. Earlier, at 9:52 a m, a blaze damaged the brick North street building housing Morey Phillips brass foundry, causing about 200 dollars in damage.
Patrolmen Harry Burns and Hagsett raided the Riverside house on Cambridge Street Brighton amid rumors of a major craps game. A dozen colored men fled as officers entered. three were captured after leaping from a window three stories high. The trio captured were Charles Ford, 30, white. George Wilson. and John Dickens, 25, colored.
In Newport Rhode Island on November 8 the schooner Harriet M Blackman loaded with 200 tons of coal for Perry Bros rode near Castle Hill Light in a dead calm. The tide drove her toward rocks as anchors failed and she slipped her chains to ride off shore once the breeze picked up.
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