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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1897
Page
2
A discussion of how facial attractiveness correlates with health. It argues perfect health makes faces attractive and urges trying Warner's Safe Cure, claiming widespread endorsement and proven results for restoring health and vitality.
The New York trial of Martin Thorn for the murder of Guldensuppe nears closing as lawyers prepare final arguments. Thorn accuse Mrs Nack Front couch to move, dismember, and burn the body after a June Woodside cottage killing. Evidence and rebuttal witnesses are heard. verdict expected after afternoon instructions.
The Episcopalian Club of Massachusetts entertained distinguished guests at its regular meeting and dinner at the Brunswick Hotel. Speakers included Bishop Potter of New York and Bishop Lawrence of Massachusetts.
B. F. Larrabee & Co. advertises a city wide Merchants' Week with drastic discounts across all departments. Leather goods such as dress suitcases and handbags, a $5 iron bed for $2.48, and shoe department outfits at reduced prices. smallware including 29c orange peelers and 98c china clocks. library book cases at 78c and discounted volumes. Hartz Mountain canary birds at $1.69, and bisque dolls at 19c lead a wide range of toy bargains as the sale draws crowds to Washington street, West street and Temple place.
Judge Burke presided in the second Municipal Court session over charges against M. J. O'Brien BB H Acker and Louis Bourinot for illegal voting at the Ward 7 Republican caucus on November 23. W C Cook testified Bourinot used the name BE Hawkins to obtain a ballot. Acker and O'Brien on bail sat near the bar and made low key comments as a recount was announced with ballots inaccessible.
The four master barkentine Foucaning sails 4820 miles from Brazil to Baltimore in a record time, beating the Red Wing and Gray Eagle marks. The Josephine averaged nine knots daily on the voyage as a tramp steamer, with Captain McLean ashore and Mate Springsteen sharing in the achievement.
In this season the old and young think of loved ones near and far and visit Flynn & Mahony at 2 Essex Street where Christmas drafts from £1 and up are reissued daily. Drafts are now ready payable free of discount everywhere.
Gloucester moves to anchor the winter haddock cog hake and other catches locally with a formal alliance among Gloucester Beverly and other port owners. Violations cost escalating fines while most vessels pledge to land in Gloucester for two years. Gloucester Fresh Fish Company names William H. Jordan president and lists an expanded board.
The Cushing Process Company showcases its liquor purifying method as a Boston institution during Merchants Week. Samples offered to visitors at 580 Washington Street demonstrate how purified wines retain age and purity, with aged wines sourced directly from growers to avoid adulteration.
Ke G Thurber of Providence Rhode Island private secretary to General B F Tracy member of HArrison's cabinet attacked his attendant Charles McGee with an axe at the home of Frank W Miller Patchogue L I injuring him severely. Thurber was paroled to a friend as McGee's condition was uncertain.
A cablegram reports the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse arrived at Southampton and passed the Needles at 3 this afternoon. The ship had just completed its voyage from an unspecified origin, signaling the close of a notable transatlantic crossing.
Mrs. J Augusta Prescott widow of William G Prescott of Boston died in Colorado Springs aged about 70. She leaves three children Mrs Roger Wolcott wife of Massachusetts Governor, Mrs Timmins living in Colorado Springs, and Mr Linsee Prescott of New York.
Patrick Quinn aged 65 of 186 Bowen Street South Boston leaped from the stone wall into the water at E Street Extension last evening at 6. He was saved by Thomas G. Donahue and taken to Station 6 where Dr. Young attended him. Quinn had shown despondency over illness and told his wife he meant to end his life, but he now says he will not attempt suicide again.
The Boston Elevated Railway offers a 25 year lease with a 7 percent guaranteed dividend to West End directors, replacing the 99 year term and 8 percent dividend of the rejected plan. Disagreement delayed last meeting. stockholders’ ratification expected after committees align with railroad commissioners’ approval. President Gaston declined comment. Alfred Winsor says terms fit and West End is likely to approve.
Mrs Cook of Beachmont, a nurse, left home to visit a sick neighbor but never arrived. Her husband searched with a lantern and found her dead beside a culvert by the Boston Revere Beach and Lynn rail line. She had been killed crossing the tracks. injuries were severe.
Charles H. Durell, a prominent Odd Fellow and longtime South Boston resident, was found dead in his home at 600 East Fifth Street shortly after 7 am yesterday. Authorities suspect suicide, noting the gas cock was turned on in his room.
Library Hall, Cambridge, met at Citizens Trade Hall to endorse mayoral and aldermanic candidates. Alvin F. Sortwell received eight votes as mayor despite opposition, with wards 2, 3, and 8 contesting for specific offices. Indorsed nominees include Ward 1 officials Russell Bradford Walter Wardwell and Ward officials across Wards 2 3 4 6 including many named candidates and school committee picks. Principal assessor slate lists John M. Davis along with ward and at large board members.
Representative John A. Keliher says the party platform misrepresents his comments. He cited Buffalo Chicago Indianapolis Cincinnati and Tammany Hall to illustrate Democratic victories and said Boston with Josiah Quincy would follow suit.
Yesterday's municipal registration passed the 101000 mark with 48 votes to spare. Unofficial inside and outside totals add to 101048, with two days remaining to register and projections suggest 103000 unlikely.
A large GOP rally at the Republican Club rooms in Somerville showed support for Representative Franklin F. Phillips. J Waren Bailey presided and noted no formal Republican candidate exists as Mayor Perry declined the nomination, with attendees urging a Republican man and mayor.
At a special meeting of the Wards 20 and 24 Associates in Dorchester last evening at their Dorchester avenue headquarters Mr. Michael McGovern contractor for the district was elected president to fill the vacancy from the former president's resignation. A meeting is planned later this week in Wolf Tone Hall Field's building where a new vice president will be elected.
A rally at Hibernia Hall East Boston last evening endorsed Joseph F Hickey for the Common Council Ward 2. John Sullivan presided with speakers Philip McAnnle John H Hickey Frederick Andrews Thomas F Clark John J Douglass and Hickey addressing the gathering.
The Equal Rights Association of Somerville met at Temperance Hall Hawkins street to back Municipal League candidates. John Mc Carthy presided and speakers included John Higgins Hyng Simonds Thomas O Malley David Lord Arthur Vinal Osborne Frederick Gifford and James Davis. Mayor Perry and Municipal League principles were endorsed.
The second Luetgert murder trial opens before Judge Gary with ex Judge Harmon and Riese representing the defense. Harmon challenges Judge Gary’s qualifications, the motion is overruled, and a new judge is sought. Prosecution and defense fail to agree on a presiding judge. A four week continuance is denied and juror questioning begins.
Ward 3 committee endorses John I. Toland and Henry B. Carroll for the Common Council. The move signals support from local party leaders as campaigns begin.
A Christmas pitch directs readers to Barrios Diamond Company at 42 Broad Street New York offering genuine Barrios diamonds mounted in rings pins and earrings for $1 each. Send $1 by mail to receive a brilliant suitable as a gift.
Early discovery of a house fire at T. McDonald’s in Volvoke tonight saved two children. A passerby entered, found a closet ablaze, and pulled the pair to safety before they suffocated. The father had buried his wife today and had left the children alone.
The Democratic convention named Fisher H. Pearson as mayoral candidate in Lowell. The aldermanic slate includes Edward B. Pierce Charles H. Cosgrove Michael J. Dowd James F. Miskells Dr. G H Holbrook J C Burke Joseph P. Vanne Oliver A Libby and Colonel C A R Dimon.
The American Wringer Company lists locations at 77 and 79 Franklin Street and 8 Arch Street as manufacturers of clothes wringers mangles and carpet sweepers. Wringers on sweepers repaired. Orders by telephone receive prompt attention.
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