23 Nov 1899
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1899
Page
1
November 22 report from Brockton notes Attorney General Knowlton ruled a June convention of the Boot and Shoe Workers Union illegal. The ruling targets a two year officer term, higher assessments, and union stamp rulings. Local unions had lost charters amid opposition while a compromise was forming.
General Collazo warns in Cubano editorial that Cuba awaits Washington's choice, vows no concession to foreign interference, and warns of protests if American language is unclear. Civil Governor Nunez mandates Mayors protect all residents and push municipal self rule without central aid.
Forecast for Thursday and Friday covers Maine New Hampshire Vermont Massachusetts and Rhode Island with cloudy skies and unsettled conditions likely showers. Connecticut and eastern New York expect showers and cooler with light to fresh westerly winds becoming stronger Thursday.
Wreckers at Santiago de Cuba report discovering a nest with 19000 in Spanish gold from the sunken cruiser Almirante Oquendo. The Cendoya Company will retain the treasure. Earlier divers had already found a heavy silver service on the torpedo boat destroyer Furor.
Fall River reports that the Textile Council asks for a second conference tomorrow with the Cotton Manufacturers' Association. The council favors a sliding scale but deems Monday's proposal unsatisfactory. Labor leaders want the wage question settled first before a sliding scale. Manufacturers' secretary signals a conference likely, with city chatter optimistic for an amicable settlement.
A historical note reports Long requesting 18 warships with implication on naval strength. The brief mentions Big Brooklyns, hinting at a squadron or fleet nickname. No dates or further context provided in the fragment.
Lord Mayor Daniel Tallon of Dublin and John E. Redmond M P visited New York and received a certified £3000 check from Tammany Hall to preserve the Parnell homestead in Wicklow. Tallon praised Richard Croker and thanked him, saying the gift secures the estate and Dublin’s pride.
Chief Inspector Watts reports that inspectors Houghton and Harris have arrived in Chile to recover Embezzler red T Moore. The cable confirms their safe arrival and well being.
Charles E. Stewart claiming New York as home was brought to Woonsocket Rhode Island after being held on a charge of receiving 3000 dollars from the First National Bank of Pittsburgh on a bogus check. He confessed to officers that he obtained the money as alleged.
The Women Clerks Benefit Association held a whist party in Odd Fellows Hall last night. Whist ran from 8 to 10:30, followed by dancing with Poole's Orchestra from 10:30 to about 1 or 2 o'clock.
J A Handy aged 65 of 113 Moreland Street was taken to Emergency Hospital from 68 Bromfield Street at 6 PM after reportedly falling down stairs. He later went to City Hospital at 8 30 PM with a concussion of the brain.
Arch bishop Chappelle announced that Monsignor Donato Sbarretti, auditor in Washington, D. C., has been named bishop of Havana by the Pope. The resignation of Bishop Santander was sent to Rome with a recommendation for Sbarretti's succession.
In Princeton New Jersey on November 22 the final selection for Princeton debaters was made. Joseph A Jones of Passaic New Jersey and Alfred S Weston of West Mount Vernon ME were chosen to represent the team with a third member to be selected at the next debate. Jones received the Spencer Trask prize of 100 dollars for the best argument.
A solid silver loving cup from the citizens of St. Louis was received at Tompkinsville for Rear Admiral Winfield Scott Schley. It was sent to his flagship the Chicago, lying off the Government anchorage at Tompkinsville.
The Elevated Railway Company's proposed alterations were submitted to railroad commissioners yesterday. Engineer George A. Kimball described small changes near Dewey Square and along Atlantic Avenue. He said the L road would start with sixty cars seating forty six each, entered from ends and sides. The petition was taken under advisement.
New York November 22 state the sub treasury bought bonds for disbursement of 400 000 today. One hundred thousand was paid on 5 percent bonds and the day’s payments lift total bond disbursements to about 400 000.
The Cromwell Line steamship Hudson arriving from New Orleans caught fire. Firefighters boarded at the North River pier as cargo from forward holds was removed. With flames raging when towed to the New Jersey flats, the vessel was beached and hatch access denied due to inflammable molasses and cotton cargo. Captain Halsey reported the blaze began about seventy five miles off Norfolk.
A London correspondent reports about 7000 Boers within 25 miles of Howick Falls near Pietermaritzburg. The British capital residents flee as enemy forces reportedly near Pietermaritzburg while Durban relief and Ladysmith reductions are central to General Joubert's plan. An attack on Mooi River camp and Wesbon bridge is anticipated amidst cautious official chatter.
Lieutenant Winston Churchill, taken when Boers captured the armored train near Estcourt, is reported at Pretoria. Claims of his wounds are erroneous, but he is despondent over his capture.
Nellie Hanlon facing five officers in a Board of Police hearing on charges of night walking. Testimony described her street activity with men at Hotel Vossler and Park Square Hotel as officers detailed small incidents and observations. The hearing resumes Tuesday afternoon with both sides presenting further argument.
In a tense hearing for James R. Hanlon 17, Lawyer Naphen objected to severe cross questions. Testimony from John W. Smith placed rain on August 29 at 7:25 p m as the night of the alleged viewing. Retired Officer Lund described Hanlon family ties and prior conversations, with objections over prior statements.
London dispatches relay a Pretoria message from General Joubert claiming Boer forces are cutting off Estcourt’s retreat to Pietermaritzburg and driving toward the Tugela River. The report notes Ladysmith defenses and confirms Estcourt’s isolation with rail lines cut. Daily Mail adds mobilization of a sixth division at Aldershot for South Africa.
A Boer despatch from near Ladysmith reports British gun carriages and horsemen moving at night toward Lombard's Kop and Bulwama Hill. Maxims fired, artillery shelling drove the Brits back, two burghers wounded, and the aim believed to relieve Estcourt forces. Natal police details noted.
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