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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 30, 1899

Page

2

Rally in Ward 13 backs Murphy and Bresnahan ticket

A Ward 13 Democratic meeting at 712 West Broadway drew about 400 attendees. Speakers including James Gallivan J J McNamara and Hugh Bresnahan endorsed John R Murphy for Mayor and Bresnahan for Alderman while denouncing Michael Norris for discharging two Ward 13 youths tied to the McNamara Gallivan Bresnahan faction.

Ward West Broadway John R. Murphy Vandl‘dacy Hugh W. Bresnahan Allerman Fred C. Mahony McNamara Gallivan-Bresnahan

J. R. Murphy Club Meeting Endorses Eight-Hour City Workday

At Hibernian Hall 67 Hampden Street a J Murphy Club gathering in Ward 17 heard President Madden introduce Richard W. Garrity as chairman. Representatives Lannigan Curley Smith and Farrell spoke before a resolution backing an eight hour day for all city employees was unanimously approved. J R Murphy closed with support for permanent placement of all city departments.

Hibernian Hall Hampden Street J. R. Murphy J. Mumhy Ward 17 Joseph F. Madden Richard W. Garrity J. P. Lannigan J. M. Curley M. J.smith T. Farrell

Collins Endorsed for Mayor by Hebrew Democratic Club

The Hebrew Democratic Educational Club of Ward 9 met at Engineers Hall and unanimously endorsed Councilman Samuel Kasanoff for Common Council. A resolution supported an eight hour day for city employees and endorsed P A Collins for Mayor.

Hebrew Democratic Educational Club Ward 9 Engineers’ Hall Samuel Kasanoff P. A. Collins Collins Club Mapleipa A. Collings Daniel J. Kinnaly Robert J. Ware Common Council

Ward 18 Smoke Talk Promotes Local Candidates

James H. Doyle Club of Ward 18 held a smoke talk in the afternoon advocating the Democratic State bet Hubert B. Curley for the Senate and Ames A. Watson with Michael B. Gaddis for the House. James H. Doyle was backed for Alderman and Councilman J. J. Casey was elected. Speakers included Frederick Gitfora of Somerville and Hon. Robert Oward.

James H. Doyle Ward Hubert B. Curley Senate Ames A. Watson Michael B. Gaddis House J. J. Casey Frederick Gitfora Somerville Robert Oward Jerry’ Watson Alderman Oyle

Death ruled accidental in bath shock case

David Salmond of Somerville identified as the deceased found in a bath tub at the Quincy House. Medical Examiner Dr Harris) viewed the body and ruled death from a paralytic shock due to stepping into hot water. the body was removed from Tinkham's undertaking rooms to Mrs Willard's home.

Quincy House Albert Willard Mt. Pleasant Street Somerville David Salmond Harris Tinkham Willard

Kicked the Girl in a City House Disturbance

Theresa Carr a 20 year old girl is in a hospital seriously injured with stomach and abdominal wounds. James Farley a black man is jailed awaiting the outcome of her condition. Police say he kicked her after she became unconscious in her room late Saturday night.

John Sullivan Joiner Street Charlestown Daniel Eary Sullivan Roxbury Washington Street Water Department City of Boston Ward Theresa Carr Middlesex James Farley Miss Carr Farley

De Pachmann Presents Wagnerian Piano Recital at Music Hall

Vladimir de Pachmann headlined the Sunday concert series under the Music Commission. Emil Mollenhauer's fifty-piece string orchestra opened with Wagner's Flying Dutchman, followed by Chopin Piano Concerto No. 2 in E minor with three movements. Encores included Lohengrin caprice and a grand march, with proceeds allocated to the City Hospital.

Vladimir de Pachmann Music Commission Music Hall Wagner Emil Mollenhauer Nauser Strauss de Pachmann

Giblin Withdraws Candidacy for Ward 2 Aldermen Seat

Thomas J. Giblin announces he will not seek election to the Ward 2 Board of Aldermen. He states Alderman Fred W. Day deserves re election with no opposition and commits to opposing Lieutenant Clark, possibly via a joint East Boston debate to prove his case.

Board of Aldermen Fred W. Day Thomas F. Clark Day Clark Boston

New Hebrew Society Forms Progress League In City

The Progressive League, a merged Hebrew youth social and literary group, was created at West End Union Hall. Officers include J L Alberts president Isidor Herson vice president secretaries Max Alberts and Solomon Askowith treasurer Max Rivkind directors B G Richards librarian Morris M Rand. The club plans permanent quarters lectures and debates.

The Progressive League Hebrew Young Men West End Union Hall J. L. Alberts Isidor Herson Max Alberts Solomon Askowith Max Rivkind Max Copelof B. G. Richards Morris M. Rand

Boston honors Parnell at rally for Irish freedom

The crowd heard Mayor Quincy and Lord Mayor of Dublin praise Charles Stewart Parnell. Emmet and Capen drew cheers as speakers urged preserving Avondale estate and funding a Dublin statue. Attendees affirmed unity with Irish Americans in a broad appeal for human liberty and Parnell’s legacy.

Capen New England England Ireland William Temple Emmet Quincy Boston Parnell America Flo Parnells Dublin John Parnell Ommodore Stewart Themerican Avondale Council of Dublin Tallon Redmond Emmet

Melrose Woman Credits Pink Pills for Recovery

Mrs. Mabel E. Polk of Melrose recounts dramatic relief from rheumatism after using Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. She states two boxes enabled her first outing in seven months and renewed daily activities. Justice of the Peace Edwin S. Small witnessed her signature. Price: 50 cents per box, six for $2.50.

Dr. Williams Mabel E. Polk Edwin. S. Small Justice of the Peace Williams

Parnell Memorial Funding Drive in Boston

A Mass meeting praised Charles Stewart Parnell and Ireland's fight for self government. Lord Mayor Tallon and John Redmond spoke while President Capen urged backing Irish independence. The Boston gathering endorsed a Parnell monument and Boer support, raising about 5000 dollars.

Daniel Tallon Dublin John EB. Redmond M. L America Charles Stewart Parnell Ireland Massachusetts Transvaal England Hague Boston Parnell Fund Charles H. Taylor James W. Kenney John R. Murphy Henry F. Naphen Ieee Patrick E. Riddle Pianne William Doogue Patrick A. Collins Josiah Quincy Uaialekee Joseph H. O'Neil Roger F. Scannell J. Bergin Terrence Cavanaugh Seere A. Friend Seeeegves Sa Sidis Casas John F. Fitzgerald

Buckland Selectmen Refuse Article On Bridge Route

Buckland selectmen declined to act on an article in the upcoming town meeting warrant after petitions from voters to allow Shelburne Falls electric freight and passenger road to cross the Deerfield River bridge. The bridge is jointly owned by Shelburne Falls and Buckland. Buckland has blocked the line for three years, delaying access to the railroad station and requiring continued freight rehandling.

Shelburne Falls Buckland Deerfield River

Lord Mayor Attends Immaculate Conception Church

Lord Mayor Tallon of Dublin and Mr Redmond attend services at the Immaculate Conception Church amid official duties in the city.

Mr. Redmond The Immaculate Conception Church

Redmond and Parnell Admired in Boston Irish Event

Mr Redmond praised Parnell as a great Irish leader and defender of humanity in a Boston crowd that greeted his remarks with cheers. Speakers including William Temple Emmet highlighted Parnell’s work for tenants, reform, and Boer liberty as the party toured venues and prepared a banquet at Armory Hall Newton.

Redmond Parnell Friends of Humanity Tnt Hadeen Mr. Redmond England South Africa Transvaal Ireland House of Commons William Temple Emmet

Week of Bowling Opens Interclub Play Across Alleys

The Towanda area prepares for interclub games as the season begins with Trade League and City League candle pin matches. Clubs Kernwood Central Melrose Glendon Reading Towanda and Newtown host early week practice and scrimmages ahead of a full schedule. Matches include Clapp Tilton vs Squire Co American Waltham Watch Co vs Dennison and more with Rooney, Lenox, Hub, Carruth, Meyers, City Hall, and other venues listed for Monday through Saturday play.

Towanda Melrose Glendon Reading Newtowne Eview Kernwood Central Clapp & Tilton John P. Squire & Co American Waltham Watch Company Dennison Manufacturing Co D. P. Lovell & Co A. J. Lloyd & Co H. Traiser & Co Oliver Ditson & Con Brown, Durrell & Co New England News Company

Nat Young Appointed Athletic Instructor at East Boston

Nat Young, a leading New England amateur track and field competitor, has been named athletic instructor for the East Boston Athletic Association. Known for his versatility and popular manners, Young excels in field events and previously won the first discus event in U S history at the B A A Labor Day games in 1896, surpassing world record holder Bob Garrett of Princeton.

Nat Young New England East Boston Athletic Association Young United States Labor Day Bob Garrett Princeton Athens

Freshman Track Meet Set for Holmes Field This Afternoon

Freshman events on Holmes Field include 120 yard hurdles with Hersey Wellman and Abercrombie, 100 yard dash with Archibald Young and others, 440 yard run, 880 yard race, mile and field events. Participants include Archibald Hersey Behr Perkins OConnell and Ainsworth in multiple events.

Holmes Feld W. A. Hersey R. Wellman R. Abercrombie Archibald H. B. Young Lanch Inglis W. S. Bedal M. T. Wendell C. X Jae A. H. Schefer J. B. Haigh L. Onaie R. B. Binger C. G. Persons Hi. K. Norrey W. C. Foster M. P. Butler Waller H. Schefer E. H. Webb G. R. Ainsworth Eee Inglis H. Webb C. B. Prescott Mayhew G .R. Ainsworth H. L N. F. Glidden W. Kittredge

Colonel Edward Wyman's Funeral Held at Cambridge Residence

The funeral of Colonel Edward Wyman, former A. and H. A. commander and staffer to Governor Gaston, was held at his Cambridge home on Craigie Street. Attendees included many Ancients officers and local clergy. service was restrained, with no music, and burial occurred at Mount Auburn.

Edward Waeman Gaston Craigie Street Cambridge A. M. Ferris Henry Walker M. Hedges Co. W. Stevens J. H. Brown W. H. Jones A. A. Folsom E. P. Cramm

East Boston rally for Hickey and Donovan set for Marion and Morris

An open air East Boston rally will honor Joseph F. Hickey and James H. Donovan as Socratic candidates for Representative. Speakers from yesterday's Webster Hall gathering will attend and Thomas J. Doyle will preside at Marion and Morris streets tonight.

Joseph F. Hickey James H. Donovan Marion and Morris Streets Boston Webster Hall Thomas J. Doyle

Golf Nights and Upcoming Matches Across Several Clubs

A busy week for golfers with contests in Salem Providence Staten Island Far River and Allston. Salem Golf Club to elect officers tonight. Clubs in the metropolitan district invited to send teams for Baltusrol four ball foursomes at 36 holes medal play with best ball counting. Agawam Hunt Club's championship qualifying next Saturday in Providence. Wollaston Golf Club to hold a handicap men's foursome next period.

Salem Providence Staten Island Far River Allston Salem Golf Club Baltusrol Agawam Hunt Club Wollanston Golf Club

Free healing lectures at Bromfield Street Church draw crowds

Boston residents flock to the Bromfield Street Methodist Episcopal Church each weekday morning from 10 to 11 for Dr Henson's free healing demonstrations. Attendees witness dramatic relief as patients are cured by laying on of hands, with both elderly and disabled participants expressing relief and joy.

Boston Bromfield Street Methodist Episcopal Church Bromfield Street Henton Henson Massachusetts General Hospital Boston Dental Institute Hanover Street Plackstone Cross Streets Cerut

Wedding of Rachel Miller and A F Wilensky at Salem Street

At 153 Salem Street the marriage of Miss Rachel Miller to Mr. A F Wilensky was solemnized by Rabbi H S Schoher with Jacob N Miller as best man Annie Levin as maid of honor ushers Alfred Rollman P Broomfield R Broomfield present include the Broomfield and Miller families. A Zionist mass meeting followed at Baldwin Place Synagogue Hall with addresses by M S Margolis E Asikovitz Pauline Arkim and S Bloomberg Rose Cohen presiding.

M. J. Rollman Salem Street Rachel Miller A. F. Wilensky Schoher Jacob N. Miller Annie Levin Alfred Rollman P. Broomfield R. Broomfield Broomfield Baldwin Place Dorshath Zion Association M. S. Margolis E. Asikovitz Pauline Arkim S. Bloomberg Rose Cohen

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