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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1895
Page
2
Hundreds of laboring citizens toured the ship yesterday as rowboats and launches ferried visitors. Sailors explained the ship’s gear with humor while families pressed aboard and kodak enthusiasts snapped photos. The New York’s decks buzzed with interest and a War Department count tallied the visitors.
A letter from Bagamore Bendwich dated August 3 argues the new woman is acceptable. She claims the summer allowed her freedom from restrictive fashions and praises daring reform while acknowledging shock at bold changes in attire.
NAM from Leominster argues in support of the new woman and suffrage. The writer believes women’s progress benefits society, would improve legislation, and that women should share taxes and responsibilities without fear of men’s rights being infringed.
Daniel M. Steele 45 of Washington street was arrested by Inspectors Whitman and Shields for larceny of carpenters tools valued at 35 dollars. William F. Murphy 26 of 90 Ashland place was arrested for larceny of a watch valued eight dollars from Fannie Frank on August 18. Fred entochi 10 of Eme Street fell overboard from the Charlotte while fishing and was rescued by two companions. McLaughlin 7 of Harris street fell from a moving electric car at Hanover and Fleet, suffering a concussion.
Eyed Clark of Hyde Park, 18, was riding on Grove Street West Roxbury when the wagon toppled. He was knocked from his seat and severely injured with unclear condition. authorities treat as possibly fatal.
Newark court records reveal Rev. E. D. Decker, pastor of Market Street Methodist Episcopal Church, suspended while a nine-clergymen panel investigates charges of imprudent conduct with a young parishioner. Letters alleged to be from the pastor are in evidence, including remarks calling the girl a lovely lamb. Charges focus on indiscretion, not assault, with the matter drawing strong church opinion and no public verdict yet.
William Griffin an insurance agent 30 of 53 Wilson street was shot by his brother-in-law Charles McKinnon 20 as he slept at home and is dying in the Eastern District Hospital McKinnon escaped and has not been arrested The wife of Griffin begs her brother to return surrender to the police
The advertisement extols an external medicine claiming to soothe and heal colds coughs asthma catarrh bronchitis diphtheria sore throat and a wide range of internal and external pains. It asserts quick relief from croup lung issues rheumatism neuralgia pneumonia and many other conditions, including burns and wounds.
An old fashioned family physician devised See No We Liniment in 1810 for public good. It claims 80 years of steady demand, universal physician use, and superior, vitality boosting effects, with testimonials from families and a Bangor Malone signer.
The court handling the dispute between Prince Colonus and his wife Mrs. John W. Mackay’s daughter has ordered the sons to be given to the princess and authorized force if needed. The princess took custody of the boys yesterday, casting doubt on the prince’s chances to regain custody.
Miss Lizzie Strauss sues for 25000 in three suits filed in Baltimore alleging breach of promise against Samuel Greenwald Jr and alienation of affections by his parents Samuel and Mrs Greenwald. She claims six years of engagement and expenditure of money for presents and support while ill, seeking damages and marriage prospects.
Benjamin B. Chandler, elder and Sunday school supervisor at Messiah Baptist Church, was arrested for kissing Mrs Archibald Wood, a bride staying with Mrs Maryes at 23 Pierpont Street. Wood reported the act to her husband. Chandler claims he did not know she was married. He is out on bail and a church meeting will decide discipline.
Inspectors Coogan and Morrissey of the bureau of criminal investigation with private detective William Appleton captured Howard B. Kirby and Harry Johnson yesterday afternoon on Washington Street near Oak Street. They allegedly snatched a gold watch from a man and were found with a diamond ring, opal scarf pin, and a monogrammed gold watch. an owner is sought for the property.
The Jolly Five held a Brighton dance yesterday with about several couples attending. Dancing ran from 2 PM to after midnight under Michael Moran with help from Patrick Egan. Attendees came from Brookline Waltham Boston and Roxbury for the event on the bright floor scene.
Freeman H. Marden a well known produce dealer of Lafayette road Portsmouth New Hampshire fell from a load of hay today and sustained injuries that will probably prove fatal He landed on his neck and was paralyzed as a result of the accident on Sept 2.
Dr John F Young and his wife, returning from Europe, were at home with family after travels in Germany and Switzerland. The report notes their safe arrival and rest at their residence.
The Boston Hurling Club defeated Wolf Tone Hurling Club of Brooklyn 4 goals and 6 points to 2 points to claim the U.S. title at Congress Street grounds before about 3000 spectators. Captain John Flynn refereed. Eugene Noonan scored for Boston with key plays by John Noonan, William Lillis, and John Reardon among others.
The article describes a Labor Day scene on Crescent Beach with families, wealthier critics, and 20 000 visitors. The Patriarchs Militant Band played, and Ocean Grove hosted Cheverus Court M C O F attendees, about 2000, with Wolfe Tone's Fife and Drum Band and Doherty's Orchestra providing music and dancing. The Daly and Hodgkins lawn party celebrated two neighbors born on the same day eight years apart, with a concert by Crescent Beach Fife and Drum Corps. Cap tain Daly's grounds hosted the event, and various local dignitaries attended. The Point of Pines hosted two major groups, Pilgrim Fathers and Tremont John Alden, with a large banquet and officers listed. The American Order of Stationary Engineers held a separate picnic with 200 attendees and listed officers and guests.
Pall Mall Gazette lobby report quotes several anti-Parnellite Irish figures who say Justin McCarthy issued the South Kerry appeal without party committee consultation. They allege he acted on John Dillon and Thomas P. O'Beirne advice, deepening rift with Healyites.
Knights of Labor marching to join a labor parade clash with a wagon driver on Fifth Street near Market. A riot ensued for about twenty minutes with about 200 men fighting with weapons. Fox was badly injured and hospitalized. Preole was arrested with bail set for a hearing tomorrow.
Washington crowds filled streets as two thirds of trades marched in uniform, bands played, and floats illustrated each industry. The event closed departments and many businesses as Debs imprisonment was condemned, with calls for clear federal labor laws and judiciary powers.
New York observes a quiet Labor Day with few general parades. Thousands depart the city for picnics and seaside spots while numerous ball games and races fill the day. A 1400 letter carriers march ended at the post office before heading to Philadelphia for a convention. Knights of Labor members display banners in a colorful line reflecting past labor strikes.
The Carpenters Union No. 133 picnic at Caledonian grounds West Roxbury drew a large crowd with athletic events and dancing. Thomas Daley led multiple events including quarter mile, high jump, five mile bicycle, pole vault and sack race. Other winners included John McPhee, Thomas Norton, J Gumbert and George McVivian. A union Cigarmakers team beat the Carpenters for the gold medals in a team race.
The largest organized labor parade in Providence Rhode Island was held today with a formal line then dismissed to Crescent Park. Local labor leaders delivered addresses to the crowd.
The American Wringers Co operates at 13 and 13 Broadway extension city manufacturing wringers mangies spring beds and carpet screeners All kinds of wringers and sweepers repaired Mail orders promptly attended to Telephone Tremont 764.
The sixth annual Scottish Clans of Massachusetts picnic at Spy Pond Grove Arlington drew over six thousand visitors. Highlights included contests for clansmen and world participants with scores in throwing, running, caber tossing, hammer, shot put, and tug of war. Clan McGregor of Quincy won the football match. notable victors included S D McLean James McLeod A H Stewart and William Smith among others.
The Mediterranean Fishing Club of the North End held its sixteenth annual outing with about 1000 attendees. A morning procession aboard the barge Clifford from Snow's wharf featured the Roma Band, followed by lantern-lit streets and fire rockets on return. Events included a 100-yard dash won by J Cavagnaro, a two-mile bicycle race won by Gus Casassa, and a Trilbys vs Fultons baseball game 22 to 0 won by the Trilbys with ten strikeouts by Daniel Moran.
In Chicago on Labor Day two rival labor groups, the Labor Congress and the Trade and Labor Assembly, led separate parades amid long-standing disputes. The Labor Congress parade reviewed by J Kier Hardie and Frank Smith. 12 divisions about 25,000 workers. Building Trades Council parade had seven divisions about 18,000 workers, ending with a picnic.
A vintage advertisement promotes Sanford's Ginger as a healthful additive for iced water. It claims a few drops prevent cramps pains and indigestion while guarding against malaria and epidemics, and it suggests serving with milk lemonade and mineral waters. Sold by Pottsrn Dave and Ouen Commodore Sole Proprietors Boston.
Two men died suddenly in Boston yesterday. Colonel D. A. Keyes a forty year theater man and advance agent for Madame Janauschek and others died in a barber chair from heart disease. Dr. D. W. Leach of the Hoffman House Boston the longtime dentist also died. The Keyes body will be sent to Brooklyn where a widow and two children survive.
Dr. Leach, about 60, longtime resident of Raymond and noted Boston physician, was struck by a train on the Old Colony road at South Braintree at 8 am yesterday. He was brought to Boston and died en route to the station. railroad employees are not blamed.
The Newton Lower Falls athletic carnival led by Rev. John P. Callanan drew about ten thousand attendees for a three day program. More than one hundred events included tug of war with teams from multiple towns and a break-down dancing contest awarding a silver service. A $5000 art tent and Garden City Band concerts further highlighted the day.
The Swedish fraternal societies of Boston held a picnic and festival at their East Milton grove yesterday. About 400 picnickers arrived by train amid welcome remarks by Mr. Y Nelson. Activities included dancing, Vega singers, and multiple races with prizes of 2 dollars and 1 dollar. Funds raised go toward a building fund for the Boston Swedish societies.
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