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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1900
Page
10
The steamer John Endicott of the Union Steamboat Company, stranded after striking Gull Ledge at 6 pm, is breaking apart. The hurricane deck is gone, pilot house damaged, and wreckage fills the water and shore. With 248 passengers landed, the crew remains aboard but may not endure the night as high tide nears.
Berlin reports the Dowager Empress Frederick has endured a yearlong breast cancer illness. The disease is far advanced and she remains very ill. Queen Victoria’s forthcoming visit is linked to her daughter’s condition.
Hazleton Penn September 10 There were no new developments in the strike situation as all local collieries operate and business proceeds normally The delay by Indianapolis executives increases tension though general opinion holds a strike would be avoided or would be less effective without decisive national action on Saturday night.
Boston College begins its scholastic year with likely enrollment surpassing 500. Registration runs 8:30 to 10:00, followed by roll call and class assignments. The faculty remains largely the same with only three changes anticipated by Father Mullan, not taking effect next fall.
REFUSED 10 SELL FALL RIVER Sept 10. The print market grew strong from buyer demand and a bullish New York cotton movement. Local selling syndicate held current quotation at 27 8 cents. Mill men foresee an 8 cent figure before week’s end and expect higher asks.
The Arlington Baptist Society met in the vestry of the Universalist Church and discussed building a new stone church with organ and furnishings. Total cost estimated near $60,000, but plans and drawings remain with the architect for now.
The Democratic State committee met at Parker House to finalize a tentative lineup led by Robert Treat Paine for governor. Potential nominees listed include James F. Owens for lieutenant governor, E Gerry Brown for secretary of state, Benjamin B Cook for treasurer, and J W Cummings or D L V Moffett for attorney general. Electors to be decided later. campaign plans hinge on future meetings. The organizational note includes a Harvard Young Men's club reading of the Declaration and potential national speakers. Morse suit line featured as seasonal show item.
The decaying Bulfinch front of the State House prompts work to replace slate with cement around foundation pillars. Officials plan to seek legislative authority in the coming winter to remodel or erect a new structure, as the front cost about 800000 already spent of a 2500000 project.
Little Willia Mills ten at No 2988 Commercial Street vanished Tuesday and his parents, grief stricken, seek clues at police stations. Separately, 17 year old Jared Crosby of 60 Sixth Street East Cambridge wandered from home after an accidental injury, with parents notifying Cambridge police and contacting relatives as search continues.
Judge A A Putnam of Uxbridge a leading Worcester Republican and effective stump speaker against McKinley will address the campaign issues on September 19. He is described as a foremost anti McKinley figure within the party and a prominent opponent to the incumbent.
Secretary of the Navy John D. Long and his wife Mrs. Long and son Pierce arrived home in Hingham after weeks at Buckfield Maine. Long appeared in good health and said he feels like a new man. He will stay several days before returning to Washington to resume work at the Navy Department. He added he is dry of news, having focused on rest.
Plans and work underway for a strictly colonial house facing Commonwealth Avenue at Waban Hill and Algonquin roads. Designed by George A. Clough, the 140 foot frontage terraced lot overlooks the reservoir and hills, with a 100 foot planzza and a central pavilion flanked by eight delicate side columns. The interior features a large dining room with elliptical bay, two French windows, and a circular balcony above the front door. The residence aims for completion in early spring.
The Rev Dr Putnam of North Andover argues a grave lack of Christian principle in U S politics condemning William McKinley. He and his brother, abolitionists, plan a large Essex county demonstration at Salem to honor Governor Boutwell and feature a reply to Congressman Moody.
A joint Republican meeting at Cary Hall Lexington considered extending Crosby’s term in the House. Arlington pressed to keep Crosby another two years, arguing his record. Lexington sought to maintain the original ten year split, but allowed debate on past conventions and committee opposition.
A legislative discussion ends with Arlington receiving a two year term instead of one, backed by Representative Crosby whose work in 1899 and 1900 is praised, while only one committee member supported the candidate Lewis.
Hon George Fred Williams told a Post reporter McKinley’s letter shows alarm at possible non reelection. He asserts McKinley attacks the Democratic party and reveals weakness in defending his record. Williams will head West later this week after notifying the national committee.
The Massachusetts Republican State Committee plans a Lynn demonstration next week to debate imperialism. Hon. O S Williams, once Manila consul general, will speak on Aguinaldo and related issues. Also scheduled are Hon. John S Wise, defeated Virginia gubernatorial nominee, and talks by Prof. B M Williams and Congressman Roberts.
Edward A. Armistead a Ward 11 Councillor and colored Republican candidate withdrew from the race for Representative to the General Court citing ward complexities. He says he will not appear at the caucus on Tuesday September 25 and instead seeks re election to the City Common Council from Ward 11.
Mrs. James A. Doherty and her 3 year old son James Doherty were severely burned after a parlor match ignited in the second floor bathroom. The blaze gutted the bathroom before firefighters stopped the flames. The child, wearing a nightdress, stepped on the match and caused a flash that spread to clothes and a basket of garments.
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