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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1902
Page
2
Ware, Nov. 16. William Madigan the ten year old son of James Madigan has been missing since this morning. He was last seen near his home wearing a blue jacket and gray trousers. Police seek help locating him and urge residents to report any information.
In Cleveland tonight Sir Alfred Mosely announced that England will form a national civic federation modeled on the American group to improve relations between labor and capital. The plan was discussed with Senator Hanna, Congressman Burton, Harvey D. Goulder, and Mayor Johnson at Forest City House. A thief robbed Stedman of £22 in English sovereigns while he slept in his hotel.
Norfolk Va November 16 Much ceremony marked the departure yesterday of Admiral Dewey s great fleet for the winter maneuvers at Culebra Island The Kearsarge Alabama Massachusetts Indiana and the cruiser Machias turned toward the Virginia Capes and moved to sea The Cincinnati training ship Lancaster and converted yachts Hist and Mayflower remained in the roads The battleship Texas and monitor Puritan which have undergone extensive repairs are slated to leave the yard Monday
The arbitration panel observed the Sabbath and visited local churches. They may hear the miners' case in Scranton, with leaders like President Mitchell and Thomas D. Nichols among key witnesses, as coal company input remains to be arranged.
In Scranton on November 16 the coal trust aims to push the strike commission to rule against the Miners Union arguing that an unincorporated organized labor body cannot be treated as a safe business institution. The coal companies anticipate a larger victory in the commission’s decision than in the recent coal strike.
At a protracted Dexter Hall meeting the Carriage and Cab Drivers Union protested alleged non union cab employment by city officials. A committee was appointed to investigate and report to next meeting, to be shared with other city labor unions. Thirty five new members were admitted.
Mr. and Mrs. Alfred A. Daniels of Dedham were driving on Perkins street Jamaica Plain yesterday afternoon when Mr. Daniels suddenly fell ill and died before a doctor could arrive. Heart trouble was listed as the cause.
Six year old Robert Muckley, son of George Muckley, has never attended school yet astonishes educators by instantly doubling large sums. Asked how much is twice 14 672 357 he replied 29 344 714. Dozens of similar questions were answered correctly as experts from various regions observe the uncanny talent.
A Harvard man, fashionably dressed, was found unconscious on Boylston Street in front of the Lenox Hotel by a Division 16 patrolman. A doctor treated him and he was moved to City Hospital. A letter in his pocket bore the name J McCluskey Blayney of Cambridge. he later confirmed this as his identity. His condition is not serious.
A collision at the Eighteenth street crossing in Chicago between a Western avenue electric street motor and a Chicago, Burlington & Quincy railroad freight train killed one and injured about a dozen. The accident followed a flagman’s crossing error as the front section passed and the rear portion struck waiting street cars. The flagman and street car crew were arrested.
William J. Megaley, a sailor aboard the Wa bash, plunged into a Chinatown restaurant last night seeking chop suey. A dispute with patrons led to him being shoved down a flight of stairs. He recovered and walked to Emergency Hospital with a forehead laceration dressed by doctors.
Two stabbing affrays occurred in the West End. Charles Najarian and Isaac Gordon were arrested on assault and battery with a knife. Victims Victor Lander and George H Ashenden were treated at the Belief station. The first incident involved Najarian attempting to separate a detainee near Prospect Street, claiming self defense after a crowd formed. The second incident on Court Street left Gordon and Ashenden with facial wounds from a pocketknife, not serious.
Country Life traces the Northern Star potato saga a finance romance from 1901 Fifeshire grower selling tons at 5600 a ton to Lincoln shire dealer who buys more at 2500 a ton for 1902. The tale unfolds around extraordinary per pound prices and projected yields.
Cleveland dispatch says Lake Shore railroad will post notices tomorrow announcing an average ten percent wage rise for about 1000 switchmen across the system. The company is also considering a broader across the board increase for many workers, with Nickel Plate reportedly planning a general raise as well.
In St Louis Missouri affternoon teas feature a new food delicacy called Grape Nuts. Ladies serve it at select afternoon teas and it has become very popular due to its novel flavor and the convenience of being ready to serve without any preparation.
Harvard President Eliot was unaware of an AFL resolution in New Orleans criticizing his labor stance. He read the account, smiled, and stated he did not wish to discuss the matter publicly. He asserted the statements were exaggerated and based on an imperfect understanding.
London crowds Paris fashion and Orient traffic as India prepares the coronation durbar in Delhi. From December 29 to January 1, the viceroy arrives, a grand state entry on elephants follows, and a vast amphitheatre will host the reception for about 12,000 people with nightly electric illumination and a $880,000 budget.
Friends of Anthony Fiala assert his selection as head of the next Ziegler polar expedition will be formally announced after expedition plans are set. Fiala, 33, youngest polar expedition leader, war veteran, Brooklyn bred. Details of the spring voyage to Franz Josef Land include Baldwin party members and a 600 mile dash to the pole.
London reports a Modern Society contributor under "Voyager" argues Americans of both genders increasingly share mind and body traits. He notes delicate facial features and colored shirts among men alongside athletic, tailored dress and strong jawlines in women, asserting each sex grows toward the other without losing core gender traits.
Ambassador and Mrs. Jusserand departed Copenhagen for Paris to spend the new year. They will then proceed to Washington, awaiting arrival in January. A great homage marked their departure.
Prince Edward of Saxe Weimar died in London after an appendicitis attack led to kidney congestion. Born near London in 1823, he was married morganatically in 181 to Lady Augusta Gordon Lennox.
Harlan Buckles, sentenced yesterday to life for the murder of Robert L. Reid, was hanged by a mob just after 2 a.m. today in Elizabeth town Kentucky, ending the case with an extrajudicial execution.
American mothers in Paris discuss the jambiste system at a dancing academy run by George Washington Lopp. Young penniless men act as partners and aim to marry heiresses, earning 20 francs nightly plus stylish clothes. many rich American women visit the academy and are pursued by these suitors.
The concert at the Park Theatre by the Theatrical Mechanics Association drew a large crowd and enthusiastic praise. Encores followed each number with many volunteers joining, including Sally Smith Jr, McLeod and Melvin, Lotta Faust and the Defender's company chorus. Other acts featured Walsh, Colton, Stone, Connors, Verd Mandolin Club, Edith Eldridge, Ford, James B Mack, Ben Johnson, Peter Murray, Richie Ling, Dot Cavendish, Mollie Strobel, and more.
George McNeill labor leader spoke at South Congregational Church Newbury and Exeter streets in a response to President Eliot of Harvard. He warned against splitting the Miners Union and defended unions as elevating civilization while stressing the right to labor and the dangers of strike breakers.
Harvard will hold trials this afternoon to select a seven man squad for the intercollegiate cross country meet in New York on November. The new Shaldiers Field course determines fastest times and training will start immediately for the Crimson.
Prince Cupid Kalanianaoiaa is elected as Hawaii’s delegate to Congress. He is the first royal blood member in the body, though without a vote. His real name is Jonah Kunio Kalanianaoiaa, brother of Prince David who backed silver in 1900 Democratic platform.
Fall River November 16 police lack clues about the two month old boy abandoned last night in St Anne's Church. Thorough investigation finds no information on the person who left the infant.
A Gaelic School session at 1151 Washington Street drew a large attendance yesterday. New beginners joined the class as Superintendent P. J. O Daly noted that Irish history material from Milesian times rivaled that of Greece and Rome. P. J. Conlan spoke, with Miss Ellen Keohane, Miss Katie Carney, Miss Julia Brown, Miss McCarthy, and Frank Burke performing songs and recitations in Irish and English.
The Young Men's Hebrew Political Club of Ward 8 held its first meeting at Grand Central Hall. Officers elected: Louis Dolowsky president, A. B. Cohen vice-president, Louis Springer treasurer, Myer Glickson financial secretary, Dave Robbins recording secretary, Sam Kaplan sergeant-at-arms. The club voted to support Martin M. Lomasney.
More than 100 Latter Day Saints attended a two day conference at Deacon Hall led by 11 elders. Harvard students and New York conservatory musicians appeared among a diverse crowd. Elder Clyde presided with visiting Elders McQuarrie and Randall Jones. The evening program included music led by Luella Ferrin and solos from the Mormon hymnal as speakers discussed faith, love, and tolerance.
The Hon. P. O. Vickery a leading Augusta citizen and head of Vickery & Hill publishing house died at his residence after several weeks illness. Governor Hill was his son in law and partner.
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