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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1897
Page
8
In Boston harbor the leading armored cruisers bear the nickname Old Ironsides in honor of the great warship Constitution. The designation links the modern ships to the famed frigate as a symbol of naval heritage.
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A party of sixteen prospectors led by Howard Blackburn sails from Gloucester aboard the schooner Hattie I Phillips to reach the Yukon via San Francisco and Cape Horn. They plan to work the river tributaries for thirty two months with provisions and a steam launch aboard.
Berlin reports from Leipsic quote Prince Bismarck calling the Monroe doctrine uncommon insolence toward the world and a violation of other American and European states. He adds that American wealth, rooted in soil of America, has led U.S. legislatures to overestimate rights and undervalue others.
New York on October 18 Coroner Haslem and an assistant were en route to Butheran Cemetery when they learned another death by suicide occurred nearby. A woman killed herself on her husband’s grave, leaving a notebook with the name Wittstadt and a Brooklyn address. A German man also died by drinking carbolic acid, with a postal card addressed to Philip Held of 2% East Fifty-sixth Street in New York City found in his pocket.
The Lodowick Bill a 66 foot schooner from Bristol Maine built 1866 wrecked on Peaked Hill bar Cape Cod after taking on water and failing to reach Portsmouth Beachgoers rescued one man as the crew of three abandoned ship and the vessel became a total loss. The owner Captain Burdock Berry faced prior misfortune including a dead wife and child during a Nantucket cold snap.
The dedication of the Yerkes Observatory telescope began at Williams Bay Wisconsin with three days of conference and discussion. Twenty five astronomers from America and Europe will present papers on advanced topics. A Friday reception at the University of Chicago will honor Mr and Mrs Charles T Yerkes, visiting scientists, and faculty members.
The Citizens' Trade Association of East Boston holds its regular monthly meeting at Grand Army Hall on Meridian Street this evening. Colonel Thomas F. Doherty will address the audience on municipal ownership, a topic he has studied for six years. The event is open to the public.
Admiral John L. Worden, retired in 1886 with full rank and pay, died in Washington at age 80 from pneumonia. He commanded the Monitor in Hampton Roads against the Merrimac on March 9, 1862, a defining Civil War feat. He later led the Naval Academy as superintendent and commanded the European squadron.
The United States asks the Supreme Court to review Thomas Bram's murder conviction aboard the barkentine Herbert Fuller. Bram's counsel seeks a new trial citing trial errors including juror issues, admissibility of Powers testimony, and expert Draper testimony. The court adjourned with a decision not expected for several days.
Newport Rhode Island donors presented a silver service to the gunboat bearing the city’s name. Congressman Melville Bull and Postmaster Young led the subscription, delivering the gift to Commander Tilley at sea. Governor Dyer and local officials joined senior officers for a reception and concert aboard the ship.
About 100 members meet for the monthly session with Bishop Mallalieu in attendance. Speakers include Rev. Charles A. Crane on Penitentes near Trinidad and Rev. William E. Barton describing mountain peoples of Tennessee Kentucky and West Virginia and their wartime roles.
London reports private advices suggest the British Cabinet rejected US monetary plan on bimetallism. The U.S. commissioners anticipate a denial of proposals and plan to return home. They blame bankers and the London Times for the setback, expecting no renewed effort for years.
Nathan Block Isaac Heller and Levi Jacobson hosted friends at 92 Chelsea Street for Sphim chos Thora the rejoicing of the law marking the feast of tabernacles. Abraham Alpert gave a humorous address with Abraham Singer Ralph Abelson and Joseph Aronson singing. toastmaster Nathan Block presided. Heller received a crayon portrait while H Pill spoke. Represented groups included Chol Jacobs East Boston Hebrew Educational Club and the Ladies Charitable Society.
W E Bessey a prominent Toronto physician was arrested in the afternoon on a charge of causing the death of Mrs Thomas, a fashionable widow, by malpractice. The case has sparked a major local sensation.
The body of M. J. Scanlan a Boston liquor dealer who disappeared October 3 at Murray River was found in a grove by David J. Saunders. Decomposed remains showed no foul play. Cash a watch chain ring and papers identified him. body headed to Charlottetown and then Boston.
News of Michael J Scanlan found body prompts guard of honor by Suffolk Guards and procession. The body arrives in Boston Wednesday, stays at 29 Fort Avenue Roxbury until Thursday then marked by solemn high mass at All Saints Church and burial at Calvary Cemetery.
Clan MacKenzie No 1 A O S C stages its annual Scotch concert and ball at Odd Fellows Hall on Thursday evening in a community celebration headlined by Scottish musical fare and dancing.
Wakefield and Stoneham Street Railway Co plans to seek franchises from Stoneham through Melrose to Malden to connect with Boston West End, challenging the Lynn and Boston road. The proposed route runs along Spot Pond Rexine road Wyoming avenue through Pleasant Street to Malden, reviving a five year old battle blocked by Melrose and Malden.
London reports Sir Edwin Arnold wed a Japanese widow by a tea ceremony rather than a formal church service. He married the widow of Colonel Watanaba in Yokohama and says the tea ritual binds him, though British law and society do not recognize the union. His daughter Edith questioned the ceremony and warns against presumptions about legality and acceptance.
In Waterville Maine on October 18 the household of John Labe fell ill after eating canned salmon. Mrs Labe, a visitor, a son aged 18, a son aged 7, and two daughters aged 6 and 8 were stricken within an hour with severe stomach pains. The physician warned Mrs Lake may die and the two young children are critically ill.
Frank E. Angerer of Lilly Brackett & Co. shoe firm was arrested for embezzlement in Brockton on October 18. District Attorney Harris had evidence after the firm reported suspected theft. Howard Wilbur attached Angerer's property for 5000. Angerer admitted guilt when confronted. total embezzlement reportedly 7900.
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