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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1894
Page
2
A Shanghai despatch reports Japanese forces took Port Arthur on Wednesday evening after fierce thirty six hour fighting that began Tuesday. Both sides sustained heavy losses. Che Foo dispatch notes Japanese dead at Takien Wan were beheaded. one European victim could not be identified due to decapitation.
Yesterday Libbie's auction of Governor Livermore's library drew buyers for rare typography and Washington memorablia. The Bowker collection of George Washington addresses sold for 24 a volume, Livermore copies fetched 150, Hallowell Shakspere went to Lenox for 240, and Pickering's Sage praised as a supreme edition despite modest prices elsewhere.
The ward and city committee of the party met at headquarters 699 Washington Street with President Conrad presiding. Rallies are scheduled for Ward 20 Tuesday Ward 22 Wednesday and Ward 23 Friday. A rally at Faneuil Hall is planned for December 1 featuring Congressman-elect Howard of Alabama Dr Field and Frank Parsons.
The piece argues many women desire a new chamber set yet feel unaffordable, claiming they can actually afford it better than many current purchases. It critiques the advertising logic used by Paine’s Furniture Company to illustrate improper budgeting and proportion.
The Catawissa railroad, leased to Reading, announced it will deduct the new income tax rate from its dividends. The company has common stock of 1 159 500 dollars, first preferred 2 200 000 dollars, and second preferred 1 000 000 dollars.
Dr Williamson Dryden, former president of veterinary associations and long time cattle inspector, denounces the new bovine tuberculosis test as a fake. He says Koch aimed the lymph at humans and that healthy Western cattle show no real TB, arguing proper care hides disease and that infection is not contagious or hereditary.
The State inspectors plan a broad tuberculosis campaign using tuberculin tests and quarantine rules. Aimed at eradicating disease, the program covers inspections from Nantucket to Provincetown, with penalties for noncompliance and costs estimated around 5800000.
Boston bids for new U S bonds total about 10 million with Stewart syndicate offering 12 100 per cent below 8 per cent. The bankers party may submit around 80 million. Philadelphia expects 3 to 5 million. Gold withdrawals reduce the New York reserve to 57 7960 00.
In a tight contest at West Newton Street rink Boston polo team defeats Pawtuckets six goals to four after corrections reduce Pawtucket score to five. Parsons Mills and Wootke slip in form while Griffin’s absence hinders Pawtuckets. Cotter Everett shine with solid defense and accurate shooting as Canavan and Hadley adjust roles.
The Rev George W Durell pastor of St Thomas Episcopal Somerville narrowly escaped serious harm in a double electric car crash near Union Square. He suffered bruises and a severe shakeup, was helped to Alderman Gilberts store, and his son Dr Thomas M Durell was summoned. church services were canceled.
Central Vermont railroad stockholders elected nine directors at the annual meeting in St. Albans. New board will fill one vacancy. The year end receipts were 5,245,053.20 with expenses 3,653,993.66 and net revenue 1,586,059.54. after fixed charges profit stands at 5,513.87. The report states the year weathered a low mood and the outlook for next year is bright.
John J. Regan entertained many friends at 387 Meridian Street to celebrate his return from a wedding trip. The East Boston Social Club, comprised of district business leaders, organized the event and asserted its role in housewarmings. Music and luncheon complemented the evening.
The article compares Harvard and Yale players including captains Emmons and Hinkey, and lists positions from left end to full back. It notes ages heights and weights, cites key performers such as Waters, Brewer, Stillman, Hickok, Butterworth, and G. Adee, and provides average team metrics for age height and weight.
The Standard's correspondent reports in London that the Czar attended a state council in St Petersburg and made an excellent impression with his masterly grasp of matters and his unexpectedly strong oratory, a contrast to his father's laconic style.
The American Wringer Co. location at 13 and 15 Broadway extension advertises wringers mangles spring beds and carpet sweepers. Repairs on all kinds of wringers and sweepers offered with prompt mail orders and Tremont 764 telephone contact.
City officials challenge police board moves to add deputy superintendents and higher offices without City Council approval. Mayor Matthews protests rising costs while General Martin defends the action as legal and undiminished salaries. Legislature may be pressed if talks fail.
In a high school football showdown on neutral Tufts College ground, Malden defeated Medford 6 0 with Flanders scoring a touchdown and Cole converting. Medford's Gill and Dole starred in a hard fought battle as weight advantage did not decide the game.
Yale defeats Harvard and Princeton in a gun club contest held at Colt Gun Club in Hartford under American Shooting Association rules. Yale totals 101 to Harvard 92 and Princeton 87 with five shooters each firing 150 pigeons using clay birds and Keystone targets.
Free medical services and examination offered by Dr Dewey with medicines supplied at no cost. Claim of 2000 Boston testimonials and permanent cures for chronic diseases. Offices at Hotel Pelham 74 Boylston Street with daily hours and Sunday hours listed.
A Maine Maine era figure, Harrison G. Cole, famed for a hit license system, plans to reappear before the Legislature forty years after first proposing his bill. Neal Dow also aims to press his liquor penalty. Cole recalls his quarrel with Dow and notes enduring support from Howard Everett Hale and old ally Ben Butler.
John A. Munster, 81 Dover Street, was crushed when he fell crossing in front of Electric 536 at West Newton and Washington. The motorman tried to stop the car but the wheels passed over his leg, requiring amputation. He is recovering at City Hospital.
Yonkers Health Commissioner George B. Ray ordered public schools 2 3 6 and 7 closed due to a diphtheria outbreak. About fifty cases and twenty deaths have occurred since November 1.
The Post reports a crowded portfolio coupon today with backdated papers available at the publication office. The coupon is set to appear tomorrow for buyers seeking the backdated issue.
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