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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1898
Page
5
Falmouth dispatch details the Mohegan wreck with 11 passengers saved, 10 bodies recovered, and 33 missing. Twelve crew and cattlemen survived while 39 were saved and 51 bodies identified or recovered as rescuers race through rough seas seeking further remains.
George Andrews, 40, formerly of New York, was found in the woods near Ax Park on Oct 16 in a coma like state. He was unable to move, covered with vermin, and transported to City Hospital where he died at 7 40 pm. He had been employed by a New Company as a delivery man and had been drinking heavily.
The Democratic rally at Faneuil Hall will support Bruce and Slattery with President Joseph A. Conry presiding. Speakers include Thomas Maloney, John F. Fitzgerald, Walter Ramsdell, Charles Davis, and others. Bruce and Slattery nominations to be ratified soon. Mayor Quincy invited but unavailable. William George Fred Williams slated to speak nightly from Oct. 24 after West trip.
With a looming contest between Senator Rourke of the North End and ex-Alderman William J. Donovan of East Boston, supporters warn the dispute may go to courts or ballot commissioners. Donovan backers seek a plan to test district committee authority by nominating Donovan in Wards 2 and 6, while Rourke insists the committee’s decision to designate a Thursday convention time must stand.
The Massachusetts State Board of Education awarded MIT scholarships for 1898 99 with one full or two half scholarships per senatorial district. Boston recipients include Ellis F. Lawrence, Isaac Wyzanski, Stephen J. Gardner, Francis H. McCrudden, Clinton D. Thurber, Llewellyn Cayvan, Walter N. Charles, Elrin H. Dimock, Harry L. Morse, Ralph Whitman, and Thomas W. Bailey. The award provides about $200 yearly toward tuition aiding talented poor youths. Thurber and Wyzanski illustrate two paths, one three years running and the other balancing work at the Boston Post Office with studies.
Despatches from General Brooke report Spanish transport ships carrying 300 men and 1500 with General Macias sailing to Spain. Possession is expected on the 18th with officials and troops departing for Spain. formal transfer slated for Tuesday.
The national peace jubilee in Chicago opened at the Auditorium with a union thanksgiving service attended by President McKinley. Speakers included Rabbi Emil Hirsch, Rev. Dr. Hodnett, Dr. Barrows, and Booker T. Washington. The event featured strong applause for the President and rhetoric on constitutionalism and Philippines policy.
Brookline Democrats endorse James M. Codman Jr in a large caucus with broad GOP backing rumored for support. Winthrop Hall hosts a tenth district convention with five candidates, led by Bordman Hall, as Republicans plan a costly district push and Democrats weigh Hall’s renomination chances amid internal debate.
Jackson Miss Oct 16 The Jackson Record reports eight new yellow fever cases today Congressman William F Love representing the Fifth Mississippi district died this afternoon at 4 oclock at his home in Gloster Mississippi The death follows a day of fever reports amid outbreak concerns with officials investigating the epidemic.
The revenue steamer William E Chandler assigned to relieve the Hamlin is en route to her new station and should arrive today. The Hamlin, aging like her successor, will soon be decommissioned with Mate Glawson remaining as boat keeper. Crew members with long service, from one to thirty two years, may also leave, possibly including Pilot Thacher.
A dialogue from Chicago News notes Smith and Jones debating Brown’s summer work, one claiming heavy effort while the other says the same. Uncle Allen comments that no epidemic struck army horses and calls for fair treatment of Surgeon Huidekoper.
Stolln G2083 recovered after Pittsfield report of arrest of Patrick Kilern and Annie Sellers. Police seized Mrs John Smith’s Perry Street home goods including pins and rings set with diamonds valued from 12 to 125 dollars. Recovered jewelry valued at 609 dollars matches items described by North Adams and Pittsfield authorities.
Wallace questions the expansion trend while erry asserts the land will be needed for Chicago someday as reported by the Cincinnati linquirer.
Marquis Luigi Carcano battles over a title sale and marriage agreement with Caroline Sorza. He contends the bride’s family failed to pay the agreed sum, challenging the settlement as a business transaction. Supreme Court ruled against him, but he appeals.
Italian noble Luigi Carcano and American heiress Caroline Mackey Soren enter marriage articles in Milan circa 1877. Emilia Clark promises a 150000 lire marriage portion to be paid to the future husband within five years, contingent on the sale of an estate in Cambridge near Boston if completed. If not sold, payment extends to 1887.
A historic probate court exhibit reveals an Italian Marquis seeking 30000 dollars from the estate of Mrs. Emily Merriam over a marriage contract with Caroline Soren. The terms tied dowry and property payments to a European nobleman’s title, with payments to be made from 1877 onward and interest accruing if not paid.
Mortgages secure two buildings in North Street Boston. The marriage occurred Aug 14 1877. Mrs Merriam left property to her daughter with legacies. no mention of $30,000 owed to the marquis. He claims no principal or interest has been paid. Estate valued far below the debt. The marquis sues John H Merriam as administrator. Supreme Court appeal filed after previous rulings. Court will decide if a nobleman may claim $30,000 for marrying an American heiress.
A wedding of Emma Jacobs and Jacob Meyers drew two hundred guests at St Rose Hall Worcester Street with Rev Samuel Reinstein officiating. The ceremony featured a duchesse satin gown and a canopy, followed by a toast and collation. The couple will reside at 12 Dake Martin Street after a trip to Scranton, Pennsylvania.
An advertisement-like note promotes Dor. Uull's Cough Syrup as a sore relief for coughs and influenza symptoms. It touts efficacy in easing irritation and reducing cough, appealing to readers seeking quick relief.
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