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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1894
Page
5
The passage suggests a cautious social margin around a divorce decision. Mr and Mrs John Jacob Astor maintain close ties with the Vanderbilts and the Webbs, influencing expectations. It is believed Mrs Van derbilt may take the $3,000,000 offered by her husband if she agrees to a divorce.
Justice Dixon of the New Jersey Supreme Court held that school trustees are officers under the constitution and only male voters may elect them. Justices Abbott and Reed concur in the opinion, affirming the exclusion of women from voting for school trustees.
New York society weighs the marital tensions of Mr and Mrs William K Vanderbilt amid rumors of possible divorce. Mrs Vanderbilt plans to attend the upcoming horse show, seating with prior groups, highlighting a potential social split among the Four Hundred and a shift in Fifth Avenue circles.
Grace Magee Bryden daughter of James Bryden and Fred J. Walker of Boston wed at Cary Avenue Baptist Church Chelsea. Rev Robert Cameron officiated. Bridesmaids in pink silk. Best man Fred S. Louis. Reception at 17 Franklin Avenue Chelsea followed by residence to Harbour Avenue Winthrop.
Jacob Sleeper Hall at Boston University receives permanent stage accommodations with two removable wings and extra dressing rooms. The Philomathean Society will stage French German and English plays in a larger, well lighted hall funded largely by the college and aided by President Warren.
A trade note discusses lining quality and cost, arguing that better linings cost less in the long run than cheap inferior fabrics. It emphasizes value over price and suggests durable materials save money.
The Boston Christian Endeavor Union leads a six session missionary extension course for youth church members. Next Thursday at Park Street Church the first meeting features Perils and Hopes of Modern Unities with Rev A F Schauffler presenting Ruin and Rescue from New York, and Rev Flavius J Brobst from Chicago also speaking.
Mrs. Cora Stuart Wheeler spoke on The Moraviana as I Have Known Them at 324 Commonwealth Avenue. She described Moravian life in Bethlehem Pennsylvania, marriage customs and holiday celebrations. Miss Laura Frances Eaton of Chicago sang two songs and Wheeler read The Moravian Nun.
The American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions obtained 17500 dollars from Spain via the State Department in Washington as compensation for property damage and injuries suffered by its work on Ponape in the Caroline Islands caused by Spanish authorities years ago. The board’s missionaries continue their activities.
The 1800s isolation ends as a Spain United States agreement clears the way for renewed missionary activity on the island, enabling resumed religious outreach after decades of exclusion.
Miss Rosalie Brown daughter of Neilson Brown of Philadelphia wed Clarence Dolan son of a Philadelphia millionaire in Paris. The civil ceremony occurred at the Mairie and the church service followed at the American Church with Rev Dr Morgan officiating and Ambassador Eustis presenting the bride.
Talks at Channing Hall 25 Beacon Street next Saturday November 10 include a 2 p m primary session on lesson 8 John the Baptist conducted by Miss A G Deckham and an intermediate to advanced session at 3 p m led by Rev W Hanson Pulsford.
Sadie Krantz six month old dies after family cat curls atop the baby in a carriage. The cat is attacked and killed by the father. authorities confirm the child died of suffocation while the cat slept on the infant. The incident unfolds at 11:30 pm as the cat is removed and later blamed for the death.
Today marks the final day of the Horticultural Society chrysanthemum exhibit. Spectators filled the two halls as blooms impressed with strong display. R and J Farquhar added rare violets and bright canna blossoms. Special prizes honored the Josiah Bradley Fund with twenty-five blooms across twenty-five distinct varieties, John Simpkins placed second and W Slack third.
The New England Associate Alliance met at First Parish Dorchester with Kate Gannett Wells presiding. Miss Elizabeth B Curtis presented a paper on The Place of the Liberal Church in the Community urging tolerance and self examination to avoid bigotry and stressing charity to the afflicted.
In Vienna a triannual beauty contest on Mt Kahlenberg draws notables and ambassadors. For a small fee visitors vote for their preferred lady. results award 100 crowns to the winner, a silver watch to second, and a silver medal to third. Fireworks, bands, fairs, and a royal reception close the night.
Article describes a new railroad watch called Prapisent developed in the United States. Details on design and usage segments are limited. The brief notes its release and potential impact on railway timekeeping.
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