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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1897
Page
2
Delegates to the Catholic Young Men's National Union twentythird annual convention were welcomed at a grand Boston College hall gathering. Speakers from Fr Conaty to M J Dwyer stressed Catholic unity, American values, and the duty of Catholic youth, praising Boston hosts and urging patriotism.
A Cambridge car conductor describes subway rent and nine trip system. He estimates one hour round trips with 90 cars per hour and about 60 passengers per trip. At 3 dollars per fare this yields 270 dollars extra profit per hour, not previously earned by the road. Workers, angered, say protesting would lead to dismissal or demotion to the extra list.
Yesterday afternoon a large crowd at Park Street Station flooded the stairs with over 600 people passing the entrance in five minutes. Transit officials Little and Beal watched as the dangerous crush caused women to fall under passing cars and chaos as spectators sought exits and safety.
Bank of Durand in Rockford Illinois failed to open on September 2 as cashier Charles A. Norton disappeared. Authorities say he forged the names of farmers on twenty seven notes totaling unknown sums. The bank held about $30,000 in deposits and a time lock prevented opening the safe until morning. Norton, 36, was active in church and business circles.
Gustav Dauben Speck, a German arrested on suspicion of involvement in a plot to assassinate Emperor William, was released due to lack of evidence of any conspiracy.
General Woodford and the Spanish foreign minister the Duke of Yetuan met informally in San Sebastian to set the date for Woodford to present his credentials to the Queen Regent.
The Citizens' Union sent a formal letter offering its nomination for Mayor of Greater New York to Seth Low, stating over 127,000 voters support a nonpartisan municipal leadership. J C Clark traveled to Northeast Harbor to inform Low and arrange a formal acceptance or decline by 11 AM tomorrow.
Chicago reports detail Luetgert's alleged indifference after his wife vanished. Capt. Schuettler and other officers testified he offered no aid, kept silent, and claimed she had wandered off due to insanity. The case covers searches, potential sightings, and Luetgert’s plans to testify.
Jimmy Michael shattered the American hour paced record on the Detroit Cycle Association track in Detroit Michigan. He rode 32 miles 1020 yards in one hour and 10 seconds, paced by a sextette and quads. He bested Lesna's Boston mark by 387 seconds and rode 10 miles in 18 minutes 62 seconds.
A report centers on Miller calling the move an act of spite while detailing an accusation toward Ehrlich. It states Ehrlich sought land that he owned and frames the dispute as a personal clash over property.
Judge Bolster hears William Miller a Roxbury liquor dealer and McCormick's brewery president defend against charges of screen law violations and maintaining a nuisance. Ehrlichs neighbors claim spite, while Miller’s store on Tremont meets Columbus avenue faces a long land strip dispute. Witnesses include Ehrlichs workers and Miller’s police witnesses.
Saloon keeper Miller accuses J. and S. Ehrlich of prose cuting him for spite after he refused to sell a small tract. The clash centers on a disputed land sale and alleged retaliation.
Pittsburgh and Columbus dispatches report UMWA leaders likely to reject operators 64 cent offer pending arbitration. District leaders urge fight to finish while miners feel victory near. other districts watch as Pittsburg operators push to restart mines Tuesday with new workers.
The presidential election in Venezuela was held today in Caracas. General Ignacio Andrade won amid high support for him, while liberal candidate Dr. Rojas Paul and Generals Hernandez from conservative and progressive conservative camps retired from the contest.
The Rev. William T. McGuirln and Hon. John J. Brady of Albany, president and secretary general of the Catholic Young Men's National Union, spoke at the Belvidere Young Men's Catholic Institute event in Lowell. They were greeted by Thomas Tobin, the institute president, and Rev. Father Reynolds. Mayor Courtney of Lowell and Mr. Brady spoke among a large audience.
Train No 4 on the Delaware Lackawanna & Western derailed at Blodgett's Mills at 10 15 this morning. A Mrs J H McQuillan of Overbrook Pennsylvania was killed and several others were injured as messengers sent for doctors rushed to the scene by special train.
Captain Joseph F. Kempton, once linked to a sensational Atlanta Artilery court martial, was arrested on charges he embezzled between 4000 and 5000 dollars. Former secretary of the Union Building and Loan Association, his successor reports a shortage. Kempton posted 2000 dollars bond and was released, claiming no shortage and minor book errors to be corrected.
A lively note on September as oyster season, praising raw consumption and fall harvest. Mentions regional oyster varieties from Baltimore to New England, English demand, and consumer habits in restaurants. Highlights the oyster’s natural cycle from harvest to table and the sensory allure of eating them alive.
A fall wedding at Grand Army Hall linked Charles G. Barnett and Ray Solomon in a ceremony led by Rev. S Reimnstein. Attendants included Fannie Barnett Nettie Solomon. Best man was A Barnett. The bride wore white satin with pearl trim carried bridal roses. About 200 friends offered congratulations and gifts. The couple plans to reside on Union Park street after an extended trip.
William Preble Jones, a Somerville newspaper man, and Miss Martha Gertrude York wed at the bride’s parents home on Dartmouth Street Somerville. Rev Horace H Leavitt officiated with Eunice York bridesmaid and Arthur Jones best man. The couple plans a wedding tour and will reside at 13 Maple Avenue after October 1.
Humphrey McCarthy and Delia Boyle, prominent Roxbury youth, wed at the Church of Our Lady of Perfect Help. Rev M J Cordyke officiated. A reception followed at the couple’s future home off Street. Best man J J Flanigan and bridesmaid Katie Boyle attended. Music by C J Donohue.
The marriage of Mr Harry Mygatt and Miss Mae Brackett occurred in a modest ceremony. Relatives and neighbors attended at a local church, with vows exchanged and witnesses listed in the church records.
Dr W P Brechin officiated as the couple exchanged vows with Colonel John Coakley as best man and Miss Kit Brackett, sister of the bride, as bridesmaid. After the ceremony guests gathered for refreshments in the dining room, then the couple planned a short trip before returning to reside at Hotel Chester.
A dawn brawl on Station 2 row involved intoxicated youths and partygoers from Charlestown clashing with newspaper men and three officers. A knockout blow, knife injury to Patrolman Burns, arrests near St James Church, with several suspects to face court for drunkenness.
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