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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1894
Page
3
Reports say Russian forces in the Amur region are ready to march into Manchuria if needed. Vladivostok garrison strengthened as Eastern Siberia’s units stand by for rapid concentration along the frontier. The article also outlines the Kolao Hui rebellion, its anti foreign aims, and the methods used to coerce officials and firm up its influence.
Nagasaki reports describe the second corps of the Imperial Japanese army, about 40 000 strong with eight six gun batteries, camped near Nagasaki. Prince Komatsu leads the corps to support two divisions under Field Marshal Count Yamagata as they march toward Pekin.
The article notes Russia has over 44 000 troops in Western Siberia and 20 000 more nearby, with rail links from Vladivostok to Khabarovka enhancing military communications. It mentions many Don Cossacks settled along the Amoor ready to muster for service, potentially supplying thousands quickly.
A Shanghai dispatch reports rebellion in Hankow Woochang province with rebels attacking government buildings and defeating loyal troops. The garrison at Woochang evacuated to the coast leaving the town defenceless as rebels gain strength daily. Hankow Hanyang and Woochang form a major Yangtze commercial area with consulates and trade worth tens of millions.
A fragment notes POMPADOUR HAIRCUTTING at 19 Tremont Row by aca BROS originators of the pompadour style. It describes genuine French pompadour ae styles cut by 12 specialists to shape head and face, highlighting their status as a large passcutting establishment in the United States.
Reports indicate two divisions of the corps will stay in Corea while a campaign in cold climate is planned. Winter uniforms and equipment are ready. Cavalry appears limited to corps commanders' guards. An Australian contractor is to supply 2000 mounted or artillery horses. Additional corps near Tokio are forming, with 40 000 men each, all under field marshal. Nagasaki fortifications expand with four new disappearing gun batteries to span six miles, using Armstrong eight and ten inch rifles.
A cablegram from American chargé d affaires Denby states reports of danger to foreign residents in Pekin are greatly exaggerated. He cites only one attack on an American, met with prompt punishment, and notes an imperial proclamation directing local authorities to protect foreigners.
Tokyo dispatch reports an imperial rescript convoking an extra session of Parliament at Hiroshima. The war has unified factions and efforts aim to form a new cabinet representing all parties.
The first class cruiser Edgar and second class cruiser Spartan now with the Mediterranean squadron are ordered to reinforce Vice Admiral Freemantle in Chinese waters, moving to strengthen the fleet in the region.
Berlin reports a Hamburg firm purchased 100000 Albini rifles at four francs each from the Belgian government for export to China. The deal underscores rising arms shipments amid China trade tensions and German involvement in European munitions.
Two Boston men named Carr and Young were found guilty of stealing valises and a fur cape from C. S. Lane and were sentenced to three years in the penitentiary in Halifax.
Captain Glori posts 1500 as first instalment toward 10000 stake for Fitzsimmons, while negotiating belt terms. New articles drop belt reference, set five ounce gloves, Marquis of Queensberry rules, and Florida Athletic Club to name referee with mutual satisfaction required.
The column touts Walcott as a rising lightweight talent after a four round victory and hints at future title chances against McAuliffe. It forecasts a Billy Smith versus Dick O'Brien ten rounder with uncertain outcome and notes plans for fights involving Young Starlight, Rosebud, and Lavigne. It also mentions appearances by Fitzsimmons, John L. Sullivan, and a Dixon reception with Jack Lynch.
Medford Mass Aldermen voted to waive a building clause allowing a 12 inch wall at Glenwood Works and granted victualler licenses to Eugene Shepard and Thomas Fox. They confirmed election officers except two deputies, reviewed a 2000 dollar police station appropriation, and asked for bids to build a Wrights Pond pumping station with plans by Lyman W. Sise.
A discussion on police discretion contrasts magistrate like authority with machine driven enforcement. The report recounts Officer Delait of Revere and a Waltham rider case, plus upcoming bicycle events in Boston area clubs and postponed races due to rain.
Harry Webber, a well known West End man, has assumed management of the bowling alleys and billiard and pool rooms at 107 Causeway street and 278 Friend street. Proprietor Cann has given Webber full charge and it is proposed to have several tournaments with a weekly prize for the top three-string record.
Ham Brock of Boston drove Gil Curry two exhibition miles in St Johnsbury. A Russian offered $10,000 for the horse and $5,000 more if he races him three times in Russia next spring, weather permitting.
Mystic Park hosts a major trotting race this Saturday pitting Queen Alix against Directum for a large purse. Alix, 21 4 record, arrives with trainer Salisbury and driver Andy McDowell and will be cooled and limbered before the event. Directum sits in a stall behind the grand stand as both eyes on a monarch title in fast heats and a historic showdown.
The fall trotting meeting at Nashville opened with low attendance. Thayer’s Trevillian failed to beat 2 08 1 4 in the 2:15 heat while Newcastle won the three minute trot after a hard-fought battle with Sallie Simmons. Miss Nelson captured the 2:13 trot and Pattie D. led in the 2:12 pace before darkness postponed further racing. Brookside disappointed after a strong start.
The Morris Park NY meeting ended with six races. Winners include Jack of Spades at five furlongs 57 1 2 seconds, Lustre at six furlongs 1 09 3 4, Magician at six furlongs 1 10, Declare at one and a quarter miles 2 08 3 4, Sir Walter at one and a quarter miles 2 07, and Lucania at six furlongs 1 12 3 4 with top honors to Our Jack and Sir Walter in the day’s featured events.
The last meeting of the season opens today at the old Saugus race track. A grand list of excellent horses enters, with twelve races to run this week. The 2:32 and 2:26 trots and the 2:18 pace headline the card, with twenty or more entries per class. Horses called at 1 o clock.
The New England Roller Polo League held an adjourned meeting in Falmouth to organize a six club season. Teams named include Providence Pawtucket New Bedford Fall River Lynn and Salem with signed players and negotiations for land and rulings on captains uniforms and schedule. The season opens November 3 with games through April and Boston matches on Tuesday Wednesday and Friday.
The Armenian Patriarch Azarian in Constantinople telegraphed the Pope that powers opposing the eastern church union with the Holy See influenced the Sultan to oppose aiding the Vatican conference next Thursday. The visit to Rome is postponed until November.
Harvard football end Richardson broke a collar bone in yesterday's practice, joining a long injury list that now includes Captain Emmons with a broken ankle and Ngament, Grey, Connor, Wrightington, Brewer, and others out for varying durations. The squad, shorthanded, prepared for a Springfield showdown with Amherst looming as the next opponent while Waters and others nurse injuries.
In Baltimore on October 15 the Princeton Tigers defeated by 12 to 0 the University of Virginia after a hard fought forty minutes. Virginia’s coach had been ill for two weeks and Princeton failed to extend the expected scoring rollout.
Wesleyan University in Middletown Connecticut begins to rally after a slow football season. In response to urgent demand from the college and alumni, changes are considered to reverse the team's early struggles.
Radical changes bring back veteran coaching and leadership at Wesleyan. Captain Pomeroy resigns, A H Leo elected coach with three years varsity experience and versatility. Five former players return to the field as enthusiasm grows to restore Wesleyan's old standing after losses to Amherst.
The Harvard senior eleven played Cambridge High and Latin yesterday in a 1 1 score game with each side scoring a touchdown and goal. The Harvard squad showed poor team play while Cambridge was sharper in interference and best gains came around the ends due to better practice together.
Manager Moore of the Harvard Football Association announced in Springfield that Hampden Park will host the Yale game on Saturday November 24. This settles a date-change question and confirms the venue for the big matchup.
James W. Loughlin and wife with Mrs Havey Mrs Cronin and Mrs Roche, all prominent South Boston social figures, used the New York Oriental Hotel at Broadway and Thirty ninth Street as their headquarters during a recent New York visit.
Harvard's tennis tournament completed all preliminary round matches except one. Players produced solid rallies with several decisive sets including Sand over Crapo 6 3 6 6, Parke over Seckley 6 2 6 2, and many other results from A to Z, setting up the first round tomorrow.
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