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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Nov 08, 1897

Page

2

Brady Denounces City Chamber Defeat at People's Temple

Dr Brady’s informal address on election hits and misses praised Governor Wolcott’s win in Massachusetts and the anti single chamber vote. He warned of governance by many and urged support for two legislative branches and continued reform in Van Wyck era Boston and New York.

Brady People’s Temple Columbus Avenue Berkeley Street New York Massachusetts Roger Wolcott New York City Tammany Tiger Platt Low Tracy Paris London Glasgow Boston Times General Martin Board of Police Commissioners Martin America

John Manning, Charlestown Resident, Dies at 77

John Manning of Charlestown died at his Vine Street home after a brief illness at age 77. He lived at the Point for years and leaves a son and two daughters, one married to Hugh McNulty, water works official. Funeral at St. Catherine's Church on Tuesday, burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.

John Manning Charlestown Vine Street Manning Hugh McNulty St. Catherine’s Church Bunker Hill Street Holy Cross Cemetery Malden

Lieutenant Outin Arrives With Violinist Ysaye in Tow

On La Bretagne which arrived from Havre Lieutenant Outin ordered by the French government to command troops on Tahiti and Ysaye the renowned violinist were aboard the vessel arriving in New York.

New York la Bretagne Havre Outin Tahiti Ysaye

Peculiar Postum Vote At Cortland Convention

At the W C T U State convention in Cortland New York delegates approved Postum Cereal Coffee over ordinary coffee. A simple preparation boiled 15 minutes after boiling begins, or boiled in two cheese cloth bags for an hour. The piece urges avoiding adulterated coffee and notes Postum’s health claims and red seals on genuine packs.

Cortland New York

Will Kelley Face Jury Tomorrow In Insanity Case

The article outlines the upcoming trial of Kelley with defense witnesses including his parents and friends to show mental weakness. Experts for the defense and State insanity witnesses will testify, followed by closing arguments, charge, and verdict. Kelley’s appearance has changed from a “peaches and cream” youth to a jailed figure.

Kelley

Wise Returns from Klondike Adventure to Boston

Charles L. Wise, who left Boston last July with fourteen men for the Klondike, has returned on foot to Seattle and then to Boston. He reports a growing party reaching Seattle, with over $1000 in profits from small wares. The men, now forty six strong, plan winter in Seattle and spring attempts toward the Klondike, aided by press admiration and Northern Pacific railroad work.

Charles L. Wise Boston Klondike Seattle Post Chicago Northern Pacific Mr. Wise

Woman Nack Staring Down a Possible Trial Twist in Thorn Case

A long court drama unfolds as Mrs. Nack may be cleared while Thorn faces an electric chair. Prosecutors allege a calculated murder born from love and jealousy, with key witnesses and vast exhibits awaiting in Queens county court.

Empire State Nack Thorn William Gotha Young Guldensuppe Woodside City Pres Jack Two Continents Gotha New York Carl Petersen Germany William F. Howe Petersen Youngs Mrs. Nack Ninth Avenue Doht Lot Petit Jury

Mildred Wheeler case explored in deadly love and motive

The article details Mildred Wheeler seeking an acquittal for the fatal shooting of Annie Wheeler. John Wheeler’s hatred mirrors the victim’s, while Mildred’s lawyers push for insanity as a defense. If mental illness is shown, she could face an asylum. otherwise life imprisonment looms.

Annie Wheeler John Wheeler John Mildred Wheeler Vermont

Berkeley Temple Celebrates Tenth Anniversary

The Berkeley Temple marks ten years with celebrations spanning yesterday and today. Rev. Charles A. Dickson extolled the church’s growth since 1887 and its charitable work. A reception is set for 8 to 10 pm, with Tuesday events including a conference on church relations and a panel discussion by notable ministers on the advance movement in Christian work.

Berkeley Temple Charles A. Dickson D. D Dickson W. J. Tucker Dartmouth College Washington Gladden Columbus Ohio Amory H. Bradford Montclair N. J

Somerville Man Dies After Train Strike Near Sherman Street

George Collins 27 of Crocker Street Somerville was found near the Boston and Maine tracks by a Division 15 officer. He was taken to Station 15 then to Massachusetts General Hospital where a pelvis fracture caused fatal injuries. Police notified. death occurred at 4 20 PM yesterday.

George Collins Crocker Street Somerville Division 15 Boston & Maine Railroad Sherman Street Duff Massachusetts General Hospital Collins

Wolcott Talks Cuba and Bimetallism in Interview

Senator Ed ward O. Wolcott of Colorado, who spent Sunday with his mother in Longmeadow, said he would not discuss bimetallism for publication while negotiations are pending. He denied remarks about Cuba and said he had not spoken on the Cuban question.

Springfield Edward O. Wolcott Colorado Longmeadow Washington Cuba

Noon meetings announced by Evangelical Association

The noon gathering led today by Rev. R. W. Wallace at Somerville’s Franklin Street Church will discuss the Communion of the Holy Ghost. Rev. Henry Varley, the English evangelist, plans to return to the city on November 15 and take charge of the noon meetings, which will move from Bromfield Street Church to Park Street Church.

Evangelical Association of New England R. W. Wallace Franklin Street Congregational Somerville Henry Varley Bromfield Street Park Street

Horse incident injures man on Warren Street

Edward Nason of 37 Friend Street employed by John Porter horse dealer was unhorsed on Warren Street while leading green horses. The animals threw him down and kicked his head. He was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital.

Edward Nason Friend Street John Porter Warren Street Nason Massachusetts General Hospital

Methodist Sermon on Theatres Cards and Alcohol

At Saratoga Street Methodist Church pastor Rev Charles A Crane explains the church’s stance on amusements saying theatre and dance attendances and card play are not sins but prudent warnings. He notes whiskey drinking is dangerous and can lead to ruin, while no one loses salvation for enjoying them.

Saratoga Street Methodist Church Charles A. Crane Methodist Church

Waste No Money Roy Salvation Oil Claim

An advertisement-style fragment touts Roy Salvation Oil as the only good liniment claiming it kills all pain and saves money.

Roy Salvation Oil

Power and Patronage in Van Wyck Era for Greater New York

The New York editorial outlines how ex-Mayor-elect Van Wyck will command a vast patronage under the new charter. It details department structures, notable posts and salaries, including the Water Supply Board, Public Improvements, and potential appointees like Grady and Martin, all tied to Carroll’s backing of Van Wyck against Croker.

New York Edlect van Wyck van Wyck Mr. van Wyck Greater Department of Public Improvements Department of Public Works Board of Public Improvements Water Supply Commission Highways Commission Sewers Commission Commission of Bridges Croton Five Boroughs Ramapo Hills James J. Martin Croker van Wyck Warwick Tammany John F. Carroll

Rescue at Sea Amidst Sleet and Ice on Lake Michigan

Survivors recount a harrowing night as hail and freezing cold drenched the spar they clung to for hours. The Mariposa finally circled and hauled them aboard after engineers fought to reach the mate and the narrator.

Carroll Dominance Shapes Van Wyck Rise in Tammany Hall

The article details John F. Carroll’s pivotal influence within Tammany Hall and his role as a kingmaker for Mayor-elect William L. Van Wyck. It portrays Carroll as Croker’sable power in the sixteenth district guiding Van Wyck’s political career and future appointments.

van Wyck Tammany John F. Carroll New York John Sparks Court of General Sessions Carroll Corker Tg Carroll Croker Bob Jack York

Tragic Deaths At Berkeley Girl 18 Linked To Hidden Letter

Berkeley university student Anna Blythe Holywell, 18, died by own action amid mystery over a real or imagined lover. A telegram from “H J Blythe” and a cryptic letter to the dead girl suggest a rumored romance. authorities suspect insanity or self-authored communications.

San Francisco Berkeley University of California Anna Blythe Holywell Miss Holywell Fr. W. Durgin Centre Street Cal A. B. Holywell H. J. Blythe O. C Bishop Blythe

Fond of Cigarettes Arrest After Grocery Break-In

Charles Hampton aged 34 of 44 Phillips street was arrested about 6 15 AM for breaking and entering the grocery store of Max Rosenthal at 34 Phillips street. The front door was forced and Hampton had a single package of cigarettes when arrested.

Charles Hampton Phillips Street Max Rosenthal Hampton

Altitude Reassessment For Mt Rainier At 14 528 Feet

The latest calculation places Columbia as the highest point at 14 528 feet above sea level. The figures come from observations by Professor Edward Mc Clure who died while descending Rainier on the night of July 27, 1897.

Seattle Wash Mt. Rainier Columbia Edward McClure

Diman resigns presidency of New Bedford Textile School

New Bedford on November 7 reports Mr. Diman has resigned as president of the New Bedford Textile School Corporation due to ill health.

New Bedford Diman New Bedford Textile School Corporation

American Wringer Company and its Chicago area addresses

The American Wringer Company operates from 77 and 79 Franklin Street and 80 Arch Street. It manufactures clothes wringers mangles and carpet sweepers. Wringers and sweepers are repaired. Orders by mail or telephone receive prompt attention.

American Wringer Company Franklin Street Arch Street

Loss and wreck of the ship McLeod near Black Rock

The McLeod struck Black Rock three times in a gale off Sambro and, with eight feet of water in the hold, was driven onto the rocks. The crew of twenty one sought lifeboats and reached Devil's Island while Captain Stewart attempted to salvage papers before the ship sank miles from shore.

Halifax McLeod Black Rock Simbro Stewart Halifax Harbor Sambro M.4 Malley Othr H. Petersen Devil’s Island

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