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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1891
Page
8
A large holiday crowd watched Ashinger demolish the 500 mile mark in 31 hours, with Lumsden and Wood close behind. Alf Robb faded after early pace and retired, while Howell and O Flanagan sparked a tight seven mile dash. The finish sparked wild cheers as Ashinger crossed first and Lumsden soon claimed 501 miles, with Wood pressuring throughout the final stretches.
Ashinger led a record day as crowds cheered each lap and the last mile in 2m 52s. The two first finishers covered 516 miles 2 laps, beating the 32-hour mark by about 5 miles. Edlin, Albert, Wood, and Lamb posted strong totals. Spinning feats by Malthy and a three-mile clash between Alf Robb and Robert O Flanagan followed.
About 15,000 spectators watched Shamrock Club of South Boston draw with Roxbury Hurling Club at Dean's Field City Point. Shamrocks listed D T O'Sullivan captain J Graham W J McCarthy J Collins J Leary J L Sullivan J Kiley D Hayes M Lynch W Kirby J Ryan F Carson J Feeney Roxburys listed D Callahan captain J J Sullivan M Daley J Ryan W Mauleahy J J Hayes Jb Sullivan J Manning K Murphy T Murphy D Collins J Delhanty J Kirby B Sullivan. After a fast opening rush Shamrocks scored first goal, Roxbury answered with second goal, referee Edward P Barry halted play at darkness and declared a draw.
A new bell buoy replaces Buoy 8 in Boston Harbor. It is top shaped with a dead rise and a brass gong as the sound source, struck by four four pound balls via cylindrical arms. The buoy rests on two heavy anchors, keeping chains clear of the stem to prevent fouling. Weighing about 1200 pounds, it is touted as a major improvement over the old buoy.
Arthur W. Brayley, editor of the History of the Boston Fire Department, cites the book’s doubled page count and slow return of firemen records as the main reasons for payment delays. He argues collectors’ missteps and tact shortcomings worsened the collection, while maintaining he fulfilled his contract with Dale and the firefighters.
Rain heavy forecast with cool, brisk conditions and high east winds. Threatening weather continues with rain or snow likely through Friday 8 p.m. from the Washington bulletin issued November 26 at 8 p.m.
Fannie Howe, 40, of 61 Pleasant street, was struck by a vehicle in the B and A Railroad yard at 6 p.m. yesterday. Both legs were severed. She was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital and is not expected to survive.
A November blaze in St Albans Vermont destroyed the American House Stroud's river barns Waugh's Opera House and eight business blocks. Losses run about 150000 with extensive property insured across local firms including Richardson Twigg Co G P Twige and Congregational Church. Firefighters led by Chief Perkins battled strong winds and limited water pressure to save remaining structures as dawn broke and further damage was prevented.
A morning football match at West Newton ended with the West Newton team defeating Allen school boys 13 to 0 as the stronger team play dominated the contest. In Allston Pratt's field the Brighton and Allston clubs played a tight game with the Allston team coming from behind to win after a Brighton lead in the first half.
The record notes that due notice will be given of the closing of the competition. No specific date or entities are provided in the readable text.
A fire on Bristol Street Cambridgeport prompted a 1:55 PM alarm from Box 29. William H. Lambert, 33, and his grandmother lived there. Police suspected arson. Lambert admitted guilt, saying he started the blaze to get back at his grandmother.
A Boston Rabbi officiated at a Tremont Hall Chelsea wedding between Charles Muzewska and Miss Rosa Berlin of Chelsea. The bride wore white satin. Reception and dancing followed late.
A New York Herald report describes three young girls aged about five to eight playing ladies on upper Broadway on a cold day. The eldest directs a faded parasol while the others haul their dresses, drawing amused stares from passersby in heavy ulsters and muffled carriages.
Beverly November 26 a mysterious fire raged at the drug store of R. R. Endicott on the corner of Washington and Cabot streets. Early yesterday morning the damage was estimated under 500 dollars as patrons suspect arson.
An alarm at 7:15 p m reported a blaze on Lakeview Avenue North Cambridge. The barn owned by J A Richardson used as a cooper shop was totally destroyed. A second alarm from Box 78 proved unnecessary for the same fire.
Thanksgiving at the Soldiers' Home Chelsea featured 6:30 a.m. breakfast and 2:30 p.m. dinner provided by Boston marketmen. Evening dancing ran from 7 to 9 with a lunch for veterans, followed by smoking and pleasant talks until 11:30.
Patrolman Supple of Division 3 arrested Peter J. Calley last night for attempting to free Patrick Cramer who was in custody for drunkenness. A tussle ensued but both men were placed in the patrol wagon and taken to the station.
The New Bedford Journal reports that leaders in confidence of Mr Crapo deny a gubernatorial bid next year. Russell appears set for a third term, with no Republican nominee yet. Crapo’s friends say the governorship has lost its charm, while Allen of Lowell vows not to run again.
The Home Market Club is at odds with union printers, highlighting a gap between campaign rhetoric and action toward American workers. Meanwhile the Gilt Edge Express between Boston and New York retains strong service standards, aided by new Parlor Smoking Cars, boosting rider appeal.
Colin Richardson aged 29 of 129 Chelsea street Everett jumped from the front platform of a Malden horse car Wednesday evening. He fell and as he tried to rise the car’s banter struck him, breaking his right arm and nearly severing his left ear.
Somerville Y M C A football team won against the Roxbury Latins 16 to 6 at the Y M C A grounds yesterday morning. An injury occurred to McGirr of the Somervilles when he broke his nose during the game.
Warersury Conn Nov 26 James Hanley 25 stabbed his 16 year old brother Patrick during a quarrel at Thomaston. James was arrested this morning.
The copy touts G. O. Taylor Bourbon and Rye Whiskey as a social and medical necessity sold as a standard article by every reliable grocer and druggist. It contrasts this with other order-number organizations and cites Ches ter H, Graves & Sons as sole proprietors in Boston Mass.
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