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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1902
Page
8
General Matos the Venezuelan revolutionary leader and his ill son arrived in Willemstad Curacao this afternoon at five oclock in a small boat after leaving Tucacas last evening A large crowd witnessed the landing and demonstrations of varied character followed the arrival
The Apollo Club launched its 32nd season in Chickering Hall under Emil Mollenhauer. Anita Rio impressed with Liszt Lorelei Chadwick Allah and Tschaikowsky Wiegenlied. Paine Phoebus Arise and Praetorius pieces stood out. O'Shea Drake Osgood Hobbs assisted. Paine received an ovation.
A boiler explosion at the American Iron and Steel Manufacturing plant in Lebanon Pennsylvania killed four workers instantly and left about 40 injured many seriously. The blast wrecked nine puddle furnaces, sent debris across Quittapahilla Creek, and drew crowds as medical teams rushed to establish a temporary hospital. The cause remains under investigation and the final death toll may rise.
Joseph Isaac Rabinowitch, revered by Hebrew friends in Chicago, led a dramatic life. Born in Bialystok, he joined the Russian army, lost an arm at Sebastopol, married a general’s daughter, then renounced rank to embrace Judaism. After persecution in Moldavia in 1872 he lived in Jerusalem, then New York, dedicating his life to his people.
John W. Mackay is buried in his family mausoleum at Greenwood Cemetery Brooklyn following a private service. The ceremony, limited to about twenty attendees, was conducted by Rev Father Ducey. Mrs. Mackay and her adopted daughter Princess Colonna accompanied the procession returning to the carriage.
Scranton Penn November 13 All members of the anthracite strike commission are ready to begin hearings on the miners versus employers differences. Sessions start tomorrow at 10 o clock in the Lackawanna County Courthouse with two daily sessions. President Mitchell will open for the miners, likely delivering a lengthy one hour statement, followed by witness testimony from practical miners. About 350 miners will testify as the proceedings stretch over at least two weeks. Attorneys Darrow and Lloyd will speak for the miners after initial statements, then operators will present their defense.
A total of 7297 tons of coal arrived at the harbor yesterday. The shipment included 8275 tons bituminous from Shields aboard the steamer Chatfield for Co H Sprague & Son, 2525 tons anthracite from Hoboken on the steamer Hector for Metropolitan Coal Co, and 1497 tons anthracite from New York on barge R and R L Co No 5. Weekly receipts total 20122 tons anthracite and 136934 tons bituminous by sea, with barges and tugs aiding, and more tows expected.
Paris reports the general coal miners strike has nearly ended with about two thirds of workers returning to mines. The miners congress at Lens voted for resumption of work as 10 000 strikers marched at St Etienne in a peaceful display. Troops stood by for potential trouble. isolated dynamite incidents were minor and noninjury producing.
SHAMOKIN PENN NOV 18 After five months idle the Corbin colliery run by Robertson and Co will resume work tomorrow employing three hundred men and boys. Four hundred more workers will start next Monday at the Excelsior colliery, also owned by the same company, ending a stoppage that began with the strike.
Worcester reports coal dealers ceased selling today as supply remains tight. Local merchants cite limited deliveries and ongoing shortages affecting households and businesses in the city.
A Vienna–Dresden correspondence reports gossip of Archduke Charles Francis, age 15, as heir presumptive to Emperor Francis Joseph. Despite denials, interest grows as rumors of abdication and a swift accession surface amid discussions of succession and youthful vigor.
Newton, Nov. 13 William H. Graham a part owner in the Brackett market shot himself in the head in the company office this morning. Death was instantaneous and authorities cite business troubles as the motive. Graham, 40, leaves a widow and two children and was well known in the community.
Two hundred fifty employees of the Mechanical Rubber Company walked off duty claiming company is led by the rubber trust and would shift orders to the Morgan & Wright factory, which was shut by a last week strike. The plant was barred by over 100 pickets and no work will resume until union recognition and demands are met.
In Superior Criminal Court yesterday Moses Robinson a colored man was placed on probation after it was alleged he stabbed his wife in the neck when she refused to return home. George Millard and Albert Jordan both youths were placed on probation after being accused of attempting breaking and entering.
Forecasters in the weather bureau say there will be no snow in Boston for awhile though small snowstorms are reported daily in northern New England. Eastport and Portland show no snow, but Penobscot reports heavy snow, while New Hampshire towns see sleigh rides and say snowstorms are likely any day in the north.
New Haven Conn Nov 13 A conference on grievances of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen against the New York New Haven Hartford railroad ended today with Vice President Merrill of the company present at intervals during the last fortnight The issues involved promotions to vacancies and parts of the wage schedule put into effect last March Most matters discussed were arranged to the satisfaction of both sides
Cardinal Gibons led a ceremony marking the 13th anniversary of the Catholic University opening as Archbishops and bishops from across the United States attended. The event included reports on Indian missions and the American College at Rome, plus a move to hold the annual meeting in spring after Easter.
Frederick Kerr arrives in Boston and will join Mrs. Patrick Campbell as her leading man next week, debuting as Aubrey Tanqueray in The Second Mrs Tanqueray. The piece mentions other cast shifts, tours, and Henry Blinn misidentified as English, plus stock company movements and a Boston scene note.
The Boston Theatre ends Denman Thompson's engagement with The Old Homestead tomorrow evening. Fred C. Whitney's When Johnny Comes Marching Home follows on Nov. 17. The Rogers brothers present At Harvard at Hollis on Monday.
The Mascagni Opera Company presents Cavalleria Rusticana in concert at Symphony Hall tomorrow afternoon under the composer’s baton with the full cast from the opera including Signora Cappelli De Filippi Del Parto Sciavazzi and Bellatti. Excerpts from William Ratcliff Iris Hymn to the Sun and other works debut America. Seat sales are strong and a Sunday evening concert at Symphony Hall by the same organization features Mascagni directing notable selections from his operatic repertoire.
Last night at the Tremont E. Willard offered a familiar impersonation of Professor Goodwillie in The Professor's Love Story. The performance blends humor with sentiment as Willard's old young man character appears amid a capable cast led by Maud Fealey and Alice Lonnen.
William D. Cameron of Everett appeared before United States Commissioner Fiske after a complaint alleging horse abuse on November 5 at Chelsea Hospital. Commissioner Fiske found probable cause and ordered a $200 bond for the December term of the district court.
Daily tourist sleeping cars to California and Oregon run from Chicago on Tuesdays and Thursdays via Northwestern and Union Pacific, and Wednesdays and Fridays through Colorado with 11 hours of Salt Lake sightseeing. Eastbound connections occur at Chicago. For tickets from New England points, contact J. E. Brittain, Genl Agt, Boston.
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