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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1897
Page
2
James J. Corbett promotes Dr. Greene's Nervura as the premier strength and health tonic. He claims it restores health, vigor, and nerve power, and says it cures numerous ailments. The Boston physician offers free consultation and advice.
Newton police recover two Welsh ponies and a canopy-top phaeton stolen from Weston resident Mr. BE Mathews after a visiting youth identified as 19 year old Jerry Race of Brandon Vermont was found in Athol driving a similar outfit. Race admitted he took the ponies.
Yesterday’s good weather aided a Philadelphia veteran firemen’s visit to Boston with guests from Boston’s Charlestown Roxbury and Barnicoat companies. A drag ride through the city featured decorated vehicles and a First Regiment Band performance followed by lunch at Lyceum Hall and an evening at Keith’s New Theatre.
New York Oct. 13 Jimmy Michael failed to lower the ten mile record in a Newark trial held under dark conditions. He finished in 19 minutes 20 and 2-5 seconds. the record is 18 minutes 2 and 2-5 seconds. His fastest mile was 1 minute 54 and 2-0 seconds.
Deputy Sheriff Winslow served a writ on John L. Sullivan whose variety show is in Providence. Sullivan posted bail and then distributed nickels among street gaming as the case moved forward.
The supreme commandery of the ancient Knights of Malta adjourned for a ride through Boston and resumed with degree work in multiple commanderies. A report from Supreme Commander Earl proposes banning members of rival orders, appointing a non Massachusetts committee to probe subordinate commanderies, and notes disputed bills totaling about 1,334 dollars and 1,100.71 dollars with 414 charged as per capita. The order reports 20 343 companions, receipts of 18 357.26 and expenditures of 16 911.16. A reception and banquet are set for tonight at Bloomfield Hall Dorchester hosted by Governor Andrews Commandery with escort from the Clarendon Hotel.
What Everybody Wants There is one thing universally desired and it is something that more people might possess if the dictates of reason and common sense were more generally heeded. Everyone wants good health and nearly everyone might have it by keeping the blood rich and pure and the organs of the body in a healthy condition by the use of Hood's Sarsaparilla. Hood's Pills cure all Liver Ills. 25 cents.
A Chicago bank sent $14,000 by registered mail to a West Coast financial institution. Inspector Stuart and officers traced the parcel west from Chicago to Omaha before records vanish. Authorities refuse to name either the sending or receiving banks.
Captain Angus Scott, famed Plymouth fishing skipper, shot himself in the head at home after domestic troubles. His son Alexander was nearby at breakfast as the tragedy occurred. the bereaved left a widow and several children.
Customs inspectors seized china silks embroideries bric a brac and curios from four large cases aboard the American vessel Benjamin Sewall at Pier 47 East River hidden among stores. The goods valued at about 3000 were from Shanghai after a seven month voyage. Commander and part owner A M Sewall led the ship which arrived October 11.
Emmet C. Gibson vice president of Akron Street Railroad was arraigned in New York on a 40 dollar bad check charge against H. B. Stimpson Imperial Hotel auditor. The prosecuting witness asked to withdraw but Gibson and Senator Gibson refused. After a hearing the court dismissed the complaint.
London reports a Daily News forecast of a rapid general arbitration treaty between Great Britain and the United States. It says President McKinley will propose a clause requiring prior approval by the Queen and by the American Senate before any subject is referred to the Court of Arbitration.
Star Lake House at Star Lake in the Adirondacks was destroyed by fire this afternoon. Loss estimated at 25000 dollars.
Thirty five men of Battery A under Captain Peabody and Lieutenants Ames Parker and Wainwright marched to Fort Warren yesterday for projectile practice with one of the brass Napoleons. Other batteries will move to the fort today with their own 8 inch rifled gun.
Ninth Bristol district James White head Republican James Preston Republican. Second Berkshire district William C Brayne Democrat. Fourth Berkshire district Dr John W Garnnell Democrat Louis Blain Democrat. Fifth Berkshire district L Marken Democrat Hinsdale.
Thomas H. Cunjingham Democrat of Revere named as senatorial candidate in First Suffolk district race. Supporters hail Cun jningham as a progressive voice for the city.
Napoleon Saffeville, Joseph Le Blanc, and Leon Labour fought on Broad street after a daytime dispute. Saffeville struck Labour, Le Blanc punched Saffeville, who drew a revolver and fired at Labour and Le Blanc but missing both. A crowd stopped further shots. Saffeville was later captured by Officer McCarthy in a saloon and jailed to face arraignment in the morning.
United States Senator George F. Hoar spoke at a Twentieth Century Club meeting on Popular Discontent with Representative Government. He praised the republican form and urged fair critique, noting false motives fuel public discontent alongside criticisms of journalists and political entrants. Mayor Quincy and Rev. Hale also spoke.
Nat Butler dominated the Louisville car race tour day, lowering a mile record by 3.25 seconds in a handicap, winning the two mile open, and placing second in the half mile. Middendorf defeated Peabody among amateurs. Other events saw Butler win one mile handicap and a two mile open, with Butler beating Coleman and Cooper in pro and open divisions.
Inspectors Knox and Cleary arrested Mary Lowe age 23 and Frances Gardner age 43, both of Melrose, on shoplifting charges after pursuing them through R H Whites, Houghton Duttons, Jordan Marsh and Butler s stores. They allegedly appropriated millinery worth about 25 dollars. The younger woman is considered inexperienced. the older one denies prior offenses.
The Illinois pace race winner Little Joker was identified as Tar Tartar, with owner and driver Norman T. Black using the alias H. N. Phillips. The American Trotting Association expelled them, and the State Board of Agriculture suspended the prize money pending investigation.
Exeter New Hampshire October 13 by representatives from various colleges the corner stone of the Phillips Church founded for the academy was laid in an afternoon ceremony chaired by Professor Bradbury L L Cilley
New Orleans reports a record nine deaths in the past twenty four hours, the highest single day total since the outbreak began. Officials cite concealment neglect and resistance to the Board of Health as factors hindering proper medical attention for cases.
Sergeant Nathaniel C. Barker of Somerville received a War Department medal for bravery at Spottsylvania. The ceremony occurred during the Massachusetts Association of New Hampshire Veterans fall meeting at Pem berton square with speeches by Comrades Rowe and Manning and remarks on Maine’s regiments. French consul Duncan Bailly-Blanchard attended among others.
William T. Haines premium clerk for Equitable Life Assurance Co is missing after questions by Secretary Warren revealed probable peculation totaling about 3000 dollars from late September and October. He sent a contrite note to the firm saying temptation led him astray while police search for him continues.
Large audience gathers at Nonpareil Associates rooms to honor Jeremiah T. O Sullivan who died for purity in Lawrence politics. Speakers include James A. Gallivan John Drohan and John A McManus with letters of regret from Williams McNary Fitzgerald and others. Resolutions read and accepted. Messages to the editor's parents to be sent today.
After a lengthy session the Engineers' Protective Union No 7 voted to invite the Brewery Engineers to affiliate with their group. Supporters argued unity is the only path to harmony amid ongoing grievances.
The American Wringer Company lists addresses at 77 and 79 Franklin Street and 80th Street. It sells clothes wringers man gies and carpet sweepers and offers repair services. Orders by mail or telephone will receive prompt attention.
Chicago October report details Attorney Phalen attacking police for witness intimidation and alleging perjury in the Luetgert case. He argues circumstantial evidence is flawed and a not guilty verdict possible. Luetgert shows emotion as court hearings proceed amid defense criticism of judge over removal of his sons.
In a letter from New York October 13 Henry George outlines why he accepts a multiorganization ballot. He says he will be the candidate of all supporters while allowing each organization to nominate its own county and city ticket and he withdraws from the United Democracy ticket to ensure fair presentation under the ballot system.
An advice letter notes occupation related health risks and cites Mr. A F Calhoun of Cheleleville West Virginia who claims the Pyramid Pile Cure cured his piles after two applications. The Pyramid Cure is sold for 50 cents and the accompanying Pyramid Pills for 25 cents per package. The ad claims safety and popularity and urges sending for a booklet from the Pyramid Co Albion Michigan.
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