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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1898
Page
2
General Miles shifts to Santiago after Cervera's fleet blocks the harbor forcing reinforcements. He arrives July 11 with orders to act where needed and may supervise surrender terms or coordinate assault with Shafter and Toral.
Newport society circles buzz over the engagement of Miss Josephine Brooks and John R. Livermore. Miss Brooks, 20, heir to a large estate, is the daughter of H Mortimer Brooks of New York and a Newport social figure. Livermore, 21, son of the late Charles F. Livermore, is a Yale graduate and prominent in social circles. The couple will wed in the coming New York season with multiple celebrations planned.
Annie Lee 28 of 507 Sixth Street South Boston was brought to City Hospital with internal injuries after a alleged drunken assault by husband Patrick Lee. Neighbors intervened and he was locked up at Station 12 on drunkenness. arraignment today may change charge to assault and battery.
Admiral Cervera and his son Lieutenant Angelo Cervera and Lieutenant Gomez Imaz arrived in Washington from Norfolk and called at the Navy Department. With Secretary Long absent they met Assistant Secretary Allen and expressed thanks for the kindness shown to his men while prisoners of war.
Colonel Parsons, state pension agent, explains how veterans and widows apply for pensions at the State House. Applications are free and handled by witnesses or mail if needed. Pensions range from 6 to 72 dollars monthly, with 12 dollars for widows or mothers and 2 dollars per dependent child, upon discharge records and War Department data.
Richard B. Cochran arranged a band concert and vocal music at the square opposite Forest Hills station this evening at 7 45. He also scheduled a banquet at Minton Hall for the same hour.
The Right Honorable Joseph Chamberlain Secretary of State for the British colonies landed in New York aboard the Majestic with Mrs Chamberlain and Miss Chamberlain. He plans a Massachusetts visit to the Endicotts and returns home in the fall. He speaks on the Czar’s peace proposal noting uncertainties in conditions and the need for broad European agreement. He hints at possible U S Britain cooperation in the Far East.
President Gaston of the Boston Private railroad announced tracks on Tremont street between Boylston and Scollay square and on Boylston between Park square and Tremont street will be removed as soon as practicable. The subway is open and new routes will divert several car lines to Washington street to prevent congestion.
Funeral services held for Peter A. Bowler a Ninth Regiment member and Santiago hero at Church of the Holy Family in Rockland Mass. Rev J H O Neill presided with a large clergy turnout and subsequent solemn absolution and a eulogy by the pastor Rev J H O Neill.
The Earl of Winchilsea died at Haverholme Priory in Lincolnshire after being linked by Hooley to payments for a directorship. He was unaware of the accusations due to illness, with his counsel filing a disclaimer on his behalf.
The American Street Railway Association held the second day of its convention at Mechanics' building. W. B. Dimmock of Council Bluffs spoke on carrying U S mail via interurban and street railways and urged broader electric car use for timely service. Co S. Sergeant endorsed higher mail carriage compensation. M S Hopkins of Columbus spoke on electric car equipment and maintenance.
Adjutant-General Dalton tells a Post reporter that the Ninth should be released on furlough upon arrival in Boston or sent to Framingham camp only after officers who know the regiment well determine what is best for the men. He advocates leaving the decision to the men in uniform.
The second day of the National Railroad Master Blacksmiths Association met with President Buckley presiding. Papers on frogs, frog forging, machine forging and flues were read. The convention continues with a Plymouth trip planned for Friday and a harbor excursion for members’ ladies, with lunch at Deer Island.
A health advertising paragraph claims hemorrhoids are curable with the Pyramid Pile Cure. It asserts rapid relief from inflammation and tumors, notes previous hospital care wasted, and states the remedy costs 50 cents per box from druggists.
Miss Minnie H Duane daughter of Mr and Mrs M J Duane and Dr P F Coady of West Newton were married in St Bernard s Catholic Church West Newton The nuptial mass was by Rev Father L J O Toole The bridesmaids were Minnie Fitzgerald and Mary Nelligen The best men were Dr A H Bourque and ex Councilman William H Grace Ushers included Thomas Lyons Frank Priest Dr Healey and John Duane.
An ad from the American Wringer Co at 77 and 79 Franklin Street Boston Massachusetts promotes call and delivery of wringers. It highlights a cheaper and better service than competitors and provides telephone number B 2690 for inquiries.
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