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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1902
Page
2
Malden residents anticipate a Thanksgiving week event with two showings of the musical military comedy A Hero in Khaki. Miss Anna Florence Smith of Malden will lead, supported by A. B. Kerr of Boston, highlighting her standing in local and Boston society.
The Hancock Club of Ward 8 met at 23 North Russell Street with 125 members present. In chair, ex Representative F. F. J. Horan led the meeting which unanimously endorsed Davis Miller and Gallagher and the five straight Democratic nominees for the school committee. Canvassing committees for each precinct were appointed.
The Dorchester St Gregory's Church church marked its remodelled sanctuary with a morning rededication service at 10 30 attended by Archbishop Williams and two clergy led by Rev L A Walsh. An evening solemn vespers featured Rev Father Barry. The 70th birthday of Pastor Rev William H Fitzpatrick was observed.
Fall River line to add two steamers with Fore River shipyard start. A million-dollar passenger side wheeler and a half-million freighter, both steel with double hulls, will be built at Fore River. Passenger vessel to be 3297 feet long and 90 feet wide, freight ship 318 feet long.
E. B. Seymour a renowned physician age 76 dies after a long illness in Calais Maine. For half a century he led Masonic ranks including past grand master of the Maine Council past commander of Hugh de Payens Commandery No 16 K T and past high priest of St Croix Chapter A F and A M. Funeral arrangements follow.
The great American war fleet gathers in the Caribbean with 60 plus ships. Admiral Dewey will sail December 1 to assume command at Culebra by December 6. The drills push to spring with Christmas leaves and dockyard planning to fortify Culebra as a Gibraltar of the Caribbean.
Advertisement advises increasing milk or using condensed or watered milk and household mixtures to fatten bottle babies. It promotes Scott's Emulsion as helping babies gain firm flesh and vitality, claiming only a small amount is needed per bottle and offering a sample.
Washington dispatch notes the 1902 act authorizes two armored cruisers and two battleships with enhanced protection and firepower. Tennessee and Washington improve gun isolation, splinter bulkheads, and casemate protection, adding 10-inch guns and more six-inch and three-inch guns.
Malden Nov 23 Rev Henry O Hiscox pastor of the First Baptist Church announced that he would present his letter of resignation next Friday evening to accept an unanimous call to the Calvary Baptist Church in Albany.
George E. McNeill outlined the rights of labor at Phillips Church in South Boston, arguing workers must organize to secure an equitable share of wealth, defend unions against exploitation, support shorter hours, higher wages, and fair distribution, while praising unions as a universal missionary movement.
Boston Typographical Union 13 unanimously endorses Arthur G. Davis for the city school committee. The group directs a campaign to secure his election, praising labor standards and urging allied unions to cooperate. They condemn the subway bill and back George G. Cutting for Alderman, with $100 allotted to the John F. O Sullivan fund.
The Grocery and Provision Clerks' Union yesterday nominated officers. It was reported two storekeepers were convicted last week for violating the Sunday law, with more complaints expected this week. The subway bill was denounced, and union members will oppose its passage.
Sanitary and Street Cleaning Department workers union Local 604 discussed yesterday an amendment to the constitution proposing a division of the two departments, signaling potential reforms in city services and labor governance.
I offer a 25 cent vial of my Rheumatism Cure promising relief from pain in 1 to 3 hours and disease removal in days. If you suffer catarrh or other ailments, consult my doctors for a free, thorough examination and medical advice.
At Tremont Temple the Twentieth Century World-Wide Pledge Signing Crusade launched with church leaders and reform groups pledging to curb drink. Speakers warned most saloons sell to minors and urged licensing actions, pledges, and public education to end underage liquor sales.
The article notes defeats and debates on union reforms including the amendment to split into separate unions. Water Department Employees Local 6356 addressed by Henry Abrahams and others. 48 new members initiated in Lumber Teamsters Local 112. 144 new members in Handlers. Union Park Hall ball set for Dec 11. John O Sullivan fund aided. J Harry Johnson hosted by Building Laborers Union Boston. Local 6 initiated 26 members. Paving Department Assembly 9816 K of L endorsed Niagara Falls officers. delegate McCarthy reported convention proceedings.
Rochester court prepares to hear Mrs. E H Schultz case against her husband over a parrot that allegedly began swearing at 6 a.m. after spending time with defendant. Plaintiff says the bird earlier spoke only refined phrases but later adopted vulgar, profane language provoking domestic strife.
Engine Company 6 responded to a still alarm at 5 25 am Sunday for a minor second floor fire in a four story brick dwelling at 9 Billerica street owner John Chandler occupant John Kowtow ski caused by careless matches. Officers of Division 10 seized one gallon whiskey and three gallons ale on Mary Donovan premises 8 Hampshire street. Thomas O McGrath 41 of 31 Howard avenue suffered an epileptic attack on Hampden street yesterday and was taken to City Hospital.
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