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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1895
Page
8
A Society note from Baltimore says Edith Estelle Millet of Monument City will wed this evening at Eutaw Place Presbyterian Church. The ceremony follows in church circles and is expected to draw prominent attendees from the local community.
A Baltimore beauty, Miss Miller, daughter of Theodore K. Miller, marries Mr. Wood of Boston in a Green and White church ceremony conducted by Rev. Dr. Smith and Rev. Walker. A thousand invitations, floral decorations by Mrs. Halliday, and a large reception followed at 1009 Charles Street North. The couple plan a honeymoon to New York, Florida, and the South before settling in Jamaica Plain.
The St Paul’s Church rector Rev Dr John B Lindsay is viewed as the leading candidate for the first bishop of a new Washington diocese. Lindsay, born in Virginia, educated at William and Mary and Virginia, served as Washington House chaplain and later Boston rector. He has declined Easton and Alabama posts and now presides over Massachusetts standing committee as bishops from his church have risen before.
In Tarrytown New York William Mathers a hotel proprietor at Archville was fatally shot by his 14 year old daughter Afihie during a violent quarrel as he attacked his wife. Four shots were fired with one bullet piercing his side near the heart. the daughter has not been arrested. Neighbors say Mathers had threatened his wife in previous disputes.
Residents complain of admission refusals as West End schools turn away hundreds of children. School officials admit strain, noting October 166 and November 112 turnaways, and seek land for new buildings while urging action from media to pressure solution.
In Lynn a policing battle erupts against more than a dozen poker rooms policy houses and new horse betting venues all allegedly protected by owners and a Boston gambling ring. The Watch and Ward Society and Horace D. King will press legal action against building owners while residents complain of fleecing outsiders as gambling flourishes after two years without raids.
President Cleveland and most of his cabinet gathered at the White House for the regular semi weekly meeting. Secretary Olney stayed after the others left, likely to discuss the foreign affairs section of the annual message. Expectations point to Venezuelan and Alaskan boundary topics and overseas revolutions as leading themes.
A longboat with eleven aboard was seen heading for the River Shannon from Loop Head. It is believed to belong to the American ship Belle O'Brien, Captain Colley, from San Francisco for Queenstown, abandoned in a sinking condition by the chief officer and part of the crew who landed near the River Shannon entrance. The captain, his wife and several crew remained on board but are thought to have later left. A large derelict vessel is reported offshore and a tug is searching for it.
Mrs Ellen Dietrick, noted Cambridge suffragist and organizer of the Woman's Industrial and Educational Union, died after a short illness. Funeral planned private at 20 Lewell Street with Forest Hills interment. Leaders Miss Mary Ware Allen and others praise her research, warmth, and dedication to women's welfare and political participation.
New York jury returns verdict in a vase case involving Waiter Fentcoman’s lawyer. The court, hearing the case, contemplates heavy penalties with potential twenty year imprisonment. The proceeding reflects a tense legal battle and awaits final sentencing.
A steam pipe under Broadway at Forty-fifth Street exploded injuring seven and killing Joseph Wyanta, 21, an electrician. Fireman suffered a broken leg while rescuing victims. The blast stemmed from a defective elbow in the feed pipe. inspectors arrested steam fitter Frederick Sauvan and engineer John Thompson.
Ex-Postmaster General John Wanamaker denied aiding Rev George Ringrose in securing a Philadelphia property valued between 900000 and 1200000 tied to the late Thomas Walker. A caller, presenting a letter, claimed connection, but Wanamaker doubted the letter's authenticity and said he took no action.
A Municipal League was organized in Gloucester to promote good government. A 50-member body with a constitution and by laws was formed, banning holders of any salaried office from membership. Officers named include Riger Taft as president, William A. Homans Jr as vice president, and Edward Burnham as secretary with John Pew as treasurer. An executive committee was also chosen.
Assistant Architect Aiken will visit Boston to inspect proposed stores for a new government building. He will evaluate offered structures to determine suitability and recommend one for the project. Enacting necessary legislation will be required to implement any chosen plan.
New York November 26 a dispute among houseworkers and J B J M Cornel and Milliken Bros took a new turn as nonunion labor was used on Trost Hurries projects. The move followed threats to replace striking workers with nonunion staff. Authorities noted the action could affect ongoing labor relations and project timelines.
An Italian bootblack named Nilo Daleo, 32, was found to have leprosy on Centre Street. Doctor Wateaw confirmed the diagnosis after partial skin decay and flesh loss appeared on his face hands and feet. He is to be moved to the leper lazaretto on North Brother Island after initial care at Reception Hospital.
In Jackson Michigan on November 26 rioting convicts attacked Foreman Maulder and Superintendent Goffey with bars and clubs after a work-ethic dispute. Deputy Warden Northrup was assaulted while trying to intervene. The insurrection was subdued and eight rioters were locked up with no serious injuries reported.
The Rev. Charles Dauray, pastor of the French Catholic Church of the Precious Blood in Moonsocket, marks the silver jubilee of his priestly ordination this week after twenty years in the ministry. A crowded church event featured a musical and literary program with congratulatory addresses from Mayor A. J. Pothier, Dr. Joseph Hills, and dignitaries from St. Ann's parish and visiting Canadian priests.
Last evening unions including Cement and Asphalt, Bookbinders, Pattern Makers and Stable employed endorsed a proposition for cheaper streetcar fares and better service. The endorsement signals union support for lower fares as a key public benefit.
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