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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1901

Page

8

Market Report Mixed With Copper Gains And Debated Plans

The day saw dull trading in New York and modest activity elsewhere with Amalgamated stock under pressure while Union Pacific and St. Paul showed mixed performance. Copper shares rose in Boston as Guanajuato showed ore improvements and talks heated over a new New York Metal Exchange contract to broaden copper trading globally.

New York Boston Amalgamated Northern Pacific Union Pacific St. Paul Atchison Chicago St. Louis & Southwestern Railway Company Elle Telephone Company American Telephone Company Kidder Peabody & Co Erie Michigan Telephone Company Morse Michigan N. Y Mass Osceola Parrot Guanajuato F. G. Corning Guanajuato Company W. Leonard Helms John Hays Hammond South Africa Phelps-Dodge New York Metal Exchange Atchison Etme Baltimore & Ohio Canada Great Wes Peicame & Northwestern Chyengoad St Louis Colorado Southern Pelee, & Hudson Denver Rio Grande Hocking Valley Illinois Central Iowa Exfcan Centre Minneapolis & St Louis New Jersey Atra New York Central Norfolk & Western Western Pennsylvania San Fran St Lous Southwestern Vinton Pacific Lo Pre Sinning & Ref Anacepis Mining Co Brooklyn Rapidransit Colorado Fuel & Iron Con Tobacco Gryneral Electric Iseult Nationa Salt Pacific Coast Pacific Mall People's Gas Pullman Palace Trebile Steel Tennessee Coal & Iron Union Bag & Paper Co Us Pa Weasern

Boston Stock Sale Highlights of the Day

Boston reports list of highest and lowest sales and the closing bid and asked prices for the day. The roundup covers market activity in Boston with focus on price extremes and final quotes for traded stocks.

Boston Ion T&s I Steel Gas & Coke J Ly SD Seattle Elec Ist Ss Adventure Alloues Aia Roy BO Ag Chen Pheu Seri Eevee Ld Oat Prig Atlantic Mining Asig Ttaltic Mining Hingham Con Nanza Mining Ton & Albany Cal & Hecla Dom Iron & Steel Coal Agit East Boston Lend Edison Elec Iiln Elm River Mes. Om Erle Tel Franklin Mining Itanajuato Etsle Royale MayflowersRisian Michigan Tee Himan Utah Rining Saeeee Victoria Mining Wolverine Min Wyandot Mining

Electric struck wagon in Melrose collision on Main Street

An early 20th century collision in Melrose damaged a two horse express wagon owned by Eastman and an electric car on Main Street near Pine Banks. Driver James Gorman and his brother George were knocked to the ground with facial wounds and shocks. the wagon was stove in and horses injured.

Melrose Boston & Northern Street Railway Eastman Main Street Pine Banks James Gorman George Gorman

Eliot disapproves beer for students at Boston gathering

President Henry Pritchett urged an American verein to foster fellowship among students over beer and tobacco, while Eliot expressed general support for the idea and compared it to Harvard Union efforts despite not endorsing the beer aspect. The remarks were made before about 250 Massachusetts educators.

Henry 8. Pritchett Institute of Technology Mssachusetts Club Boston Pritchett Ore Germany Verein Ami Harvard Union Harvard

Annexation push gains steam as Cuban business leaders back U.S. union

In Havana on October 21 a petition favors Cuba joining the United States, with Cuban business men driving the drive despite skepticism about reciprocity. A Wednesday meeting is set, where orators Desveraine Lanuz and Marquis de Montoro are said to launch the campaign under reciprocity cover.

Havana Cuba United States Desveraine and Lanuz Marquis de Montoro

Man Mangled in Card Stripper Tragedy in Fall River

In Fall River on October 2 189? a man identified as Joseph Verona was badly injured in the Troy Cotton and Woollen Manufacturing cardroom. He fell against a card stripper. his hair was caught in the machinery tearing off scalp an ear and a wart of an eye. He also suffered a broken arm and shoulder blade.

Fall River Joseph Verona Troy Cotton and Woollen Manufacturing Company Fie

Fred Eames to Receive New England Billiard Testimonial

New England billiard champion Fred Eames in poor health will receive a testimonial at the Hub rooms tonight. Notable players including Jacob Schaefer Mons Barutel Howison Carter Cutler Cline and others will volunteer services. Eames plans a short match with Scheefer before leaving for Colorado. Bert Cutler posted a 178 at 14 inch balk line, the highest run by any New England player in any match or practice.

Fred Eames New England Jacob Schaefer Mons Barutel Howison Carter Cutler Cline Eames Colorado Scheefer Bert Cutler

Fatally Burned in Cambridge Fire Claims Woman

A Cambridge blaze at 215 Prospect Street killed Mrs. Caroline A. Gould and injured her son Edward and another son Augustus. Miss Carrie Clark, a domestic, suffered severe burns and was hospitalized. Fire began in the kitchen from a stove or lamp, neighbors awakened by Edward after he discovered the flames. The mother died in bed as her sons escaped.

Prospect Street Cambridge Caroline A. Gould Dudley I. Gould Carrie Clark Cambridge Hospital Gould Edward BE Augustus Edward

Cambridge insurance man Benjamin F Mills found dead

Benjamin F Mills, an insurance agent with an office at 123 Cambridge Street Cambridge, was found dead in the toilet room of the Odd Fellows building on Cambridge Street. Gas was on full force at discovery and authorities believe he intended to take his own life. He had suffered from consumption for years and grown despondent recently.

Benjamin F. Mills Cambridge Street Cambridge Odd Fellows Milla

Thief Snatches in South End City Neighborhood

A tall colored man drew attention on Rutland street last evening and is linked to two thefts. Adelle Wig ain of 64 Rutland street reported a Boston bag containing 15 dollars and small valuables missing. Eva Longworthy of 142 West Brookine street says her wallet 3 cents and keys were stolen.

South End Rutland Street Adelle Wigain Boston Eva Longworthy West Brookine Street

President Roosevelt Train Reaches Jersey City at 10:10 p.m

The train bearing President Roosevelt and a party arrived in Jersey City at 10:10 p.m. After leaving Washington he spent most of the time in the rear car and retired for the night at 10 o'clock.

New York Roosevelt Jersey City Washington

Epicurean Club of Boston Elevates New President

F A Muerrle elected president of the Epicurean Club of Boston hosts a smoke talk and lunch at the Criterion Hotel with 100 guests from major Boston hotels and clubs. The event features a unique kitchen talent showcase and Muerrle shares a never published Chicken Saute Epicurean recipe.

F.A. Muerrle Epicurean Club of Boston Criterion Hotel Washington Street Massachusetts Algonquin Central Brunswick Berkeley Victoria Vendome Young's Frankforts Epicurean FP. Mackensturm O. Goebel M. P. Urlass Muerrle F. A. Mubrrle Epicurean Club the Post

Lawson's Gypsy Queen Wins Stillwell Purse Again

In Kansas City, the annual horse show opened at Convention Hall with Gypsy Queen owned by T. W. Lawson of Boston taking first in the Stilwell purse of $1000 for gaited saddle horses. Ten horses competed. Gypsy Queen was the same animal that previously won.

Lawson Stillwell Kansas City Convention Hall T. W. Lawson Boston Stilwell

Beating of Weston Farmers Leads to Cambridge Arrests

Hugh McDonald of Cambridge and Loftin McFadden of Weston were arrested by Weston officers for assaulting Ledbetter brothers aged 68 and 70 after a dispute over liquor. The suspects were detained at James Hartret's home on Putnam Avenue, Cambridge, with another man expected to be arrested.

Hugh McDonald Cambridge Loftin McFadden Weston Roberts, Rowe McNulty Weston Police McAuliffe Ledbetter Brothers James Hartret Putnam Avenue

Fireman Sneden Dies After Fire Call in Salem

In Salem on October 21 Tacob Sneden, a fireman with Truck 2, answered roll call after returning from a blaze and then collapsed and died. An alarm came from Box shorts around 4 PM. Captain Krough led the recall, Sneden answered "here" and then died on the floor.

Salem Tacob Sneden Krough Sneden

Wanted Heir to Chinese Throne Emerges in Kai-Feng

Pekin reports Empress Dowager will appoint a new heir after meetings with Prince Ching and viceroys in Kai-Feng Ho Nan. The favored candidate Petize, nephew of Prince Tuan, is said to be intellectually weak and linked to the Boxer attack on the French cathedral. Reform faction opposes the selection. Prince Ching leaves Kai-Feng around November 1 to act as grand marshal.

Pekin Prince Ching Kai-Feng Ho-Nan Petize Tuan Reform Hare

Hope for Miss Stone Brightens as Ransom Negotiations Continue

Washington officials expect Miss Stone the missionary to be released with little delay if negotiations by Spencer Eddy American chargé d’affaires succeed. He controls about 360000 and Turkish Bulgarian authorities may accept the payment. Miss Stone reportedly alive. Russian government favors the effort aiding the release.

Washington State Department Miss Stone Spencer Eddy

Missing Ellen Stone and Mme Tsilka Abduction Update

United States legation officials report no word from missionaries seeking terms of ransom for Ellen M Stone and Mme K B Tsilka. Stone is reportedly moved to a peasant hamlet near Elechnitza after a Bulgarian frontier hill proved inaccessible. Brigands demand payment at Starehichta in eastern Macedonia.

Constantinople United States Legation Ellen M. Stone Mme. K Tsilka Miss Stone Dubnitza Elechnitza Dickinson Starehichta Macedonia

Macedonians in Sofia Offer Mediation for Stone Capture

Vienna dispatch to Daily Mail notes Macedonian committee origin of Miss Stone capture gained corroboration as many Macedonians in Sofia volunteer to mediate with the brigands.

London Miss Stone Vienna Daily Mail Sofia

Sydney Fire Sparks Royal Messages of Sympathy

Mayor Crowe of Sydney received telegrams from the governor-general and H H Ophir expressing distress over a disastrous Sydney fire. The messages convey sympathy for the sufferers and hope no lives are lost.

Halifax Crowe Sydney H. H Ophir York Minto

Bank officials denounce Lowell absconders case

Bank presidents in Boston express shock and indignation at the Lowell incident where two clerks absconded with money and securities. They condemn any offer of restitution without prosecution, warning it sets a bad precedent and could invite further theft.

Boston Lowell Bank Lowell Joseph H. White Ellct National J. P. Stearns The Shawmut National J. C. Toulmin Samuel N. Aldrich State National Hallowell National Bank of Commerce F. T. Moore Moore Carr First National Bank Pollard Casey Mr. Casey

Moulton Won’t Talk on Lowell Bank Case

United States District Attorney Henry P. Moulton declined to discuss potential actions in the Lowell bank case. He said he had just returned from Worcester and knew nothing about today’s developments, including whether a complaint had been filed or what bank officials did.

Salem United States Henry P. Moulton Lowell Bank Worcester

Italian Band Delights Boston at Food Fair

The Royal Marine Band of Italy conducted by Sig. George Minoliti and featuring tenor Sig. F Giannini thrilled Boston at the Food Fair. Encores, solo and quartet numbers drew large crowds in Grand Hall with Giannini receiving a standing ovation. Il Traditore to be repeated tonight.

Royal Marine Band of Italy Boston Sig George Minoliti F. Giannini New England Grand Hall Sig. Barone Il Trovatore Giannini Yammo Sig. Giannini

Ward 11 endorses Hart for renomination at city convention

Mayor Thomas N. Hart received endorsement from the Ward 11 committee for re nomination. The committee selected a delegation to the city convention favoring his candidacy.

Ward 11 Indirses Thomas N. Hart States Ward 11 Committee

Quincy Speaks in Pittsfield on Direct Nomination

In Berksire County a Democratic rally featured Josiah Quincy and Charles Hamlin as speakers. Quincy argued for direct nominations and simplified party machinery, linking reforms to greater public participation and reduced influence of party cliques and conventions.

Pittsfield Berkeshire County Josiah Quincy Charles &. Hamlin Boston Crosby Hamlin Quincy Democratic Party Kentucky Cleveland Cumberland County Penn Minnesota State Oficera United States

Woman in doorway after drunken revel on Beach Street

A young woman, likely intoxicated or under a drug's influence, lay in a Beach Street doorway near Washington for nearly three hours after companions staggered her along from Chinatown. By half past midnight she regained consciousness and was helped into a cab by two relieved friends. Police were nearby but not summoned.

Beach Street Washington Washington Street Chinatown Chum

Rothner Beats McCormack In Weighty New York Bout

George Rothner of New York defeated Jack McCormack of Philadelphia in a wrestling match. McCormack failed to throw Rothner twice within an hour as required. Rothner weighed 140 pounds while McCormack was a little over 200, but Rothner’s activity proved decisive.

New York George Rothner Jack’’ McCormack Philadelphia McCormack Rothner

Duffy Stops Barry in Fourth Round at West End Club

Martin Duffy of Chicago stopped Dave Barry of Canada in the fourth round of a 15 round bout at the West End Club. Barry was outclassed from the start as Duffy dominated the catchweight fight.

ST. Louis Martin Duffy Chicago Dave’ Barry Canada West End Barry Duffy

Itching piles promise instant relief and cure

A patent medicine claim states Dean's Ointment provides instant relief and permanent cure for itching piles, available at drug stores for 50 cents.

Dean

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