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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1897
Page
5
Two stylish young actresses from an theatrical troupe fought at Bowdoin square at 11 last night over a blonde student suitor. About 500 spectators cheered as the ladies battled fiercely, ending in mud and tears before police intervened and they left in separate carriages.
On this 100th anniversary of the frigate's launch, Commander Very leads the Constitution toward Boston with a thirty man crew. Tug Leyden to tow, possible Bermuda landing if the weather turns rough. Pigeons to be released to send messages, provisions for one day, voyage expected to take two nights.
A century after the 1797 launching from Charlestown Harbor Boston the famed USS Constitution known as Old Ironsides endures war and peace. The piece recalls captains Paul Revere Betsy Ross and Holmes and notes Peary's Hope voyage relics and Esquimaux aboard as the ship nears Boston with plans for a North Pole attempt next year.
Peary reports notable success in Davis Straits with the Hard Foal, a meteorite find, and medical instruments from Greely's camp. He plans a larger North Pole expedition next year, with natives ready to accompany. The Hope and Wrightington parties weathered a severe gale and Saunders Island grounding, praised as a delightful northern trip. Mrs Lee enjoys a Meriden honeymoon. Mary Peary notes cold ice.
Johnny Laughlin of Buffalo defeated Frank Connolly of St. John New Brunswick in the second round at the Olympic A C in Buffalo New York. Connolly showed weakness and fouled Laughlin, and Referee Lysagh awarded Laughlin the decision after he was saved by the bell in the first round.
In Bar Harbor Music Hall Joe Mullings of Boston knocked out William Albert, colored, in the third round of an eight round match before about 800 spectators. Albert was knocked down three times and remained down at the bell.
Congressman John F Fitzgerald writes Boston railroad commissioners urging a public hearing and denouncing a proposed 25 year lease of West End tracks to Boston Elevated. He warns of monopoly risk, elevated crossings, and 8 percent guarantees, calling for denial to safeguard public interests and municipal control ahead of the 1898 legislative session.
An old style ad suggests using Fels Naptha soap for hand washing clothes instead of wringing, boiling, and heavy rubbing. It claims the product from Fels & Co of Philadelphia makes dirt easier to remove with less effort.
In Middlesex Superior Court the Low ell bribery case led to convictions for E. R. Donovan J. R. Donovan and B. D. O Connell for attempting to bribe Councilman A. W. Lang while Donovan was city treasurer. O Connell faces eight charges in a lengthy disbarment petition by Charles Crowley of Lowell. Testimony covers marital matters and O Connell s alleged professional conduct with actors and litigants, with letters to both sides in a suit admitted.
The Charitable Irish Society met at Parker's last evening with Thomas B. Fitzgerald speaking on Business as a Vocation. A committee was appointed to draft resolutions on the deaths of D. H. Morrisey and John Kelley.
The twenty fifth anniversary of Oscar II’s accession to the Swedish throne was observed last night by prominent Scandinavians in Boston at the United States Hotel. Swedish Consul Cjert Loots presided over the event.
Eighteen new yellow fever cases were recorded in New Orleans marking the largest daily total since the outbreak began. Dr. Holt reports nine new cases from his practice and faces a summoned inquiry over alleged neglect. The Board of Health plans daily lists of infected houses for factories to use in hiring. In Cairo Illinois two cases have been isolated and inspected by a vessel from the Illinois Board of Health. Weather turns colder and doctors say no spread risk locally.
A San Sebastian dispatch reports General Stewart L. Woodford met the Duke of Tetuan and did not press for indemnity. He instead voiced a moderately phrased protest over Cuba war losses to commerce and industry. He reportedly urged termination by October and warned Washington would consider steps to secure Cuba's independence if not ended.
Washington reports that General Woodford did not issue an ultimatum to the Duke of Tetuan but stated the United States interest in a settlement of the Cuban war as a reasonable basis for intervention. The telegram on his Tetuan talks is now before President McKinley.
Michael J. McColgan of Ward 7 rose quickly in 1896 as the youngest Common Council member at 21. A ward-line change and his absence with the fire department committee hindered his return. Backing from Congressman John F. Fitzgerald helped him join Ward 6 operations and pursue a Legislative nomination with an energetic canvass.
Chicago Sept 20 closing direct evidence in the Luetgert murder case will be offered tomorrow. If judge Tuthill excludes motive testimony by Bialk and Odorofski, Mrs. Johnson Miller may testify about threats and a confrontation witnessed by her of Luetgert, who allegedly carried a revolver. Defense calls Dr. Oppenheim and criminology expert Sanderson Christophison among others to support the alibi.
The most popular excursion of the year is the Fitchburg railroad trip to New York on September 8. The fare for the round trip is paid by the company, providing a full travel opportunity for riders.
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