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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1901
Page
7
The report notes General Chaffee's hostile stance toward the British consul and references a suspension of orders. It mentions communication to Civil Governor and a fatality claim tied to the American forces, highlighting a Medal of Honor awarded to a third cavalry member for a desert raid.
W A Barron, manager of White Mountain hotels and partner in Barron Merrill Barron Co, gains one year lease to Hotel Westminster in Copley Square with immediate control. If results satisfy, a longer term lease may follow. Westminster remains Barron’s personal venture, not tied to the resort syndicate.
An afternoon fire at 790 Washington Street in a six story brick building owned by R. Sherburne caused substantial loss. Fire alarms from box 681 and 67 summoned the department. The blaze was confined to the basement with no cause yet identified. First floor housed Thomas Kelly furniture and second floor E Gately clothing.
About 150 veterans of the 35th Regiment, who fought at Antietam, gathered at Post 15 hall on Kingston Street in eastern St Roney to celebrate their shared service. Nat Wales, president of the Nat Wales Society, offered cordial greetings. Officers elected included Nat Ye, vice Arag, and several committees chaired by George and Haron.
Lawyer John D. Crowley came back after a two week trip to the Megantic Fish and Game Club reservation where he boasted about hunting two bears two deer a large bull moose and hundreds of partridges. David J. Ingraham displayed a wide framed portrait of the late dentist in his shop window with crepe decor and electric lights at night.
Chinese troops re entered Pekin and regained control of the Forbidden City as American and Japanese forces hand over the palace. Prince Ching and General Chiang met the allied officers, while diplomats and officials gathered on the plaza. The evacuation was marked by bands and formal acknowledgments amid a farewell to foreign troops.
In North Creek New York on September 17 young Teddy Roosevelt hunted with guide John Hall. He killed a fine buck weighing about 180 pounds after spotting it early in the trek. The deer was hauled back to Tahawus Club house by a passing team.
Paul and Alexander Alexander of Cambridge pleaded guilty to making and uttering counterfeit half-dollars before Judge Lowell. The elder received six months in East Cambridge jail while the younger was sent to Concord Reformatory.
A male infant about three weeks old was left at the corner of Second and Q streets in South Boston last night. A boy who witnessed the act chased the woman and received a blow to the ear when she turned back.
In Superior Court before Judge Aiken Sav erio Dirago an Italian organ grinder was found guilty by a jury of assault with a dangerous weapon with intent to kill for stabbing two men in Charlestown on June 17. The victims were Bryan Kelly and Patrolman O Brien of Division 15.
Funeral services for Gertrude Glennon of 6 Regent Street were held at St. Joseph's Church Roxbury yesterday. Seven schoolmates carried flower wreaths and escorted the body to Mt Benedict Cemetery for burial. Rev P J Scannell led the service with Mrs Richard Cleary and Mrs George Lee performing hymns.
Daily at 10 am and 2 pm the large excursion steamers depart from Central wharf for the North Shore route to Gloucester and Cape Ann. Next Sunday Sept 23 the boat leaves at 10 15 am after the last Foun Nip to be made in the season of 1901. Large numbers await these last chances to take the trip, with rail and harbor service noted as superb and the price limited to one cent.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a personally conducted tour visiting Tysborg Washington Philadelphia Fall River line fountains bats and Gettysburg with Royal Arenes street scenes. It mentions illustrated seance Battlefield and call on PR A Royal arene.
In Quebec on September 17 Duke of Cornwall reviewed 6000 Canadian troops and Royal Navy personnel in a driving rain. He distributed medals to 113 Boer War veterans led by Lieutenant-Colonel Ernest Turner of Quebec, VC winner, DSO recipient, and sword of honor presented by Quebec citizens.
Twenty two Baptist missionaries depart from Cambridge aboard the Devonian bound for Burma Assam and South India. The party includes eight men and fourteen women, many young and unmarried. Farewell services at First Baptist Church included addresses prayers and songs.
William J. Bryan, quoting President McKinley, mourns the death of McKinley and urges a measured response to preserve free government. He calls the assassination a terrible blow that silences a nation and challenges the United States to uphold security without infringing on speech or press freedoms.
A maid hired by Mrs. Jennie ERX. Robinson of 62 Nelson Street Dorchester disappeared during a 15 minute gap after the mistress left the house. Jewelry valued at about $6000, including several pearl and diamond pieces, vanished from the rooms of Mrs. Robinson and her daughter. The suspected servant Annie McLaughlin of Warrenton Street is alleged to have altered her dress and possessions before quitting.
The second day of the brewmasters convention opened at Turn Hall with President Michel in charge. Debate centered on using English, but proceedings will continue in German with English allowed for speeches. Printed matter will be bilingual, and non affiliated members may join the national association. A school for brew masters and a death benefit feature were debated for next year in Milwaukee.
Statement from the physicians who cared for President McKinley asserts there was never a serious disagreement among the professional attendants about symptoms treatment or bulletins. They say a remarkable harmony guided the case and that the tragic outcome could not have been foreseen or prevented.
The Congregation Adath Jeshuren at Blue Hill avenue and Lawrence avenue will hold memorial services Thursday at 6 pm. Prayers will be offered for the soul of President McKinley by the Rev. H Reinstein.
Two state conventions in Lincoln Nebraska met to mourn President McKinley after his assassination. Democrats pledged loyalty to Jeffersonian principles and tougher immigration and anti anarchy laws while Populists prepared for resolutions and a conference with Democrats. W E Thomas of Omaha named temporary chairman.
The Chelsea Board of Aldermen adjourned after adopting resolutions on McKinley’s death and juror drawing. A Mayor Gould communication asked Chelsea citizens to cease business on Thursday. A unanimous resolve called for business closures, tolling bells, and draping all public buildings for 30 days.
A public memorial service by North End citizens will be held at Faneuil Hall on Thursday evening at p.m. The program includes a quartet, prayers by Protestant and Catholic clergy, and an address on President McKinley by the Hon. John F. Fitzgerald with Mr. Samuel F. Borofsky presiding.
Special memorial services will be held tomorrow at St Augustine's Church in South Boston for the late President. At 9 am a solemn high mass will be celebrated by Monsignor O'Callighan with a sermon by Rev Father Maley. Protestants and Catholics are invited to attend.
The Boston Liquor Dealers Association met yesterday and voted to remain closed all day Thursday. Postal cards were sent to all Boston dealers notifying them of the association's action.
The Sons of Jacob of South Boston adopted resolutions deploring the death of President McKinley and sent a message to Mrs McKinley expressing sympathy in her bereavement.
Two fire horses bolted through a plate glass window of a Tremont Street drug store after a fire call at Box 67. Clerk Frank Atherton narrowly escaped injury as the horses slid on rain slick pavement and a chemical chemical wagon struck the rear, injuring Atherton and possibly requiring one horse to be killed.
New York businessman Charles A. Moore received a letter from Arctic explorer Lieutenant Robert E Peary. Peary writes he is still hammering toward his objective, facing hard knocks but remaining undiscouraged with a year ahead and a strong grip.
James J. Jeffries failed to stop Hank Griffin in four rounds and forfeited his purse as Griffin fought to a decisive exit. The bout took place in Los Angeles with Griffin delivering the stronger early pressure.
The barbers' union passed resolutions honoring President McKinley and urged shop proprietors to close Thursday out of respect. The roofers' union adopted resolutions at Bradford Hall and many members said they will suspend work Thursday.
Individual and independent trips to the Pan-American Exposition on all expenses plan with choice of Hudson River Niagara Falls Thousand Islands St Lawrence River Montreal Quebec White Mountains and more. Transportation tickets at low rates by post. Send for circulars Simmons and Marsters agents 290 Washington Street Boston.
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