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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1895
Page
2
A Constantinople dispatch describes widespread massacres in Armenia and Moslem complicity, detailing funerals, sackings, and mass graves. Eyewitness letters from Marash and Erzeroum recount martial law, looting, desecration of cemeteries, and survivors calling for aid as death toll rises toward six hundred twenty one buried in the Armenian Cemetery.
A vivid destruction metaphor urges readers to try Dr. Greene's Nervura blood and nerve remedy to cure nervous and physical ailments. The testimonial cites Mr. E. Adams of South Walpole, Mass., who reports sleeping well, restored weight, and eased rheumatism after six bottles, endorsing the treatment and Dr. Greene's Boston clinic at 34 Temple Place.
Constantinople telegram says a second massacre at Marash left thousands dead and hundreds wounded. The American Theological Seminary was plundered and burned, two students shot, one fatally. Hotels and boarding houses looted as Christians in Marash face destitution and appeals for aid amid continuing unrest. Other messages warn of trouble at Van and ongoing Armenian reprisals by Kurdish attacks.
Report from Constantinople that despite assurances to Sir Philip Currie, the Turkish minister Tewfik Pasha, the Sultan has not granted permits for additional guardships to pass the Bosphorus. Fear of a masked naval show and pressure from powers may compel entry. Archimede blocked at the Dardanelles awaiting instructions. Russian ambassador Nelidoff warned of foreign fleets penetrating if disturbances rise. The Armenian arrests in Constantinople continue despite reforms touted by the Sultan and nine newly appointed inspecting judges.
News from Constantinople reports that on November 13 fifteen thousand Armenians led by a Russo Armenian commander captured Zeitoun fortifications after using dynamite. Turkish forces of about twenty thousand were said to advance on Zeitoun. Rumors of a massacre at Aintab on November 17 circulated, but telegraphic communication to the city was blocked.
The Rev Judson Smith secretary of the American Board foreign department received a cablegram from a board representative in Constantinople via Philipoppolis urging urgent Red Cross relief. Four hundred thousand destitute people are reported and ordinary relief channels are blocked.
Five hundred Armenians gathered in Worcester to memorialize victims, march from Church of Our Saviour to Association Hall, and hold a 3 1 2 hour meeting denouncing the Turkish government. Clergymen led prayers for 60 000 dead. resolutions urged European governments to act, US aid, and relief for starving survivors.
A meeting of Harvard graduates will be held at the present club houses next Tuesday evening to discuss founding a new university club. The plan envisions uniting athletic, social, and intellectual Harvard interests with a clubhouse at Harvard Square estimated at 100000 to 200000 dollars, including a hall, reading room, restaurant, sleeping rooms, and parlors. Article signed by Charles F. Adams and other notable backers.
In Hartford Police Court on November 28 Mrs. Della E Reeves and actor Edmund Page Day faced a charge of intimacy. Reeves, claiming to be her husband, refused to testify and left with his wife. Day and Reeves had located the woman in a city room Sunday night. Reeves failed to prove the marriage as adjourned.
Last evening two Italians, Antonio Gear and Pasquale Donella, who had been drinking, caused disturbances around the corner of Second and Spruce streets in Chelsea. They broke windows and frightened a cobbler, James Nofero, in a nearby house. They were arrested.
The Merry Monarchs event at 31 Way Street featured James Fennon with a piano solo and Professor John Riley from the Ninth Regiment Fife Drum and Bugle Corps notable for a cornet performance of Kathleen Mavourneen. Committee members Frank Feeney G J Swiss J Collings and M Su I oversaw ceremonies with Joe Welch winding up the program.
A series of free lectures on Proper Food by Mrs. Sarah P. Rorer and H. D. Perky arrives at Cotillion Hall Mechanics Fair Boston. They discuss pure food the right way to prepare it and its effects on health and morality with demonstrations from the Cereal Machine Co. Selected talks will move to Y M C A Hall later in December with exhibits and tastings for visitors and families.
Washington dispatchs indicate President Cleveland will adhere to prior tariff and financial positions while stressing foreign policy. The Cuban insurrection, Venezuelan boundary arbitration, Behring Sea claims, and Nicaragua Canal plans are expected to feature prominently in his forthcoming message to Congress.
Narrative claims Zella Nicolaus obtained a $40,000 Jay Gould share check at the World’s Fair era, tried to cash it across Chicago and New York banks, met George Gould, who arranged a brief cash handover and delayed payment, then sought legal action in Jersey City as depositions begin for a civil suit.
Paris reports M Alexander Dumas died after illness a spasm that affected respiratory organs. He left instructions for a simple civic funeral without military honors or grave speeches and to be buried in his ordinary working attire. State funds expected to cover funeral expenses.
Cambridge marks the fiftieth anniversary of its incorporation with plans for a memorable observance. The Citizens' Trade Association and city government committees coordinate efforts. A meeting at City Hall tonight invites all citizens to share ideas for the celebration.
A basketball game at Lincoln's Hall Chelsea yesterday afternoon pitted Company I Lynn against Company H Chelsea. Lynn won the contest with a 4 to 2 score.
A Thanksgiving party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Flynn on Leverett street drew over 100 guests last evening. The event featured vocal and instrumental music, speeches, and recitations with prominent city social figures in attendance. Attending were Michael McGillicuddy and daughter, J J Ahern, D J Shea, John B O Higgins, Captain George J Lovett, R J Fitzgibbons, Michael Ahern, Cornelius Cronan, James Harmon, and several Misses including E L St Clair Annie Daly and the O Sullivan sisters.
A concert at Bethel East Boston featured the Boston Masonic Chorus Apollo Quartet and Miss Carolyn 8. Foye under Sidney Howe. The chorus and quartet received high praise for their singing and solos by Kendall Howe and Paine. Foye performed readings of three pieces including The Newsboy's Easter.
John McCordick, 68, visited his sons in South Boston in the early evening. The report notes his family contact and location without additional details.
In South Framingham an unnamed man from 59 Middle Street was injured while driving home last Monday near Newton. Thrown from his vehicle in an unknown manner, he was taken to West Newton Hospital in critical condition where his sons learned of his absence after police located McCordick yesterday. He is not expected to live.
At Temple Adath Israel in Boston, Rabbi Fleischer spoke on The Jewish American, urging divine guidance for government and expressing gratitude. He urged patriotism, equality before the law, and welcomed Jewish Americans as loyal citizens while critiquing prejudice toward Armenians and stressing liberty for all nations.
The American Wringer Co at 13 and 1 Broadway extension offers wringers, mangles, spring beds, and car pet sweepers, with repairs for all kinds. Mail orders are promptly attended to and telephone inquiries reach Tremont 764.
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