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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1900
Page
12
The Newington store offers Oxford Cheviot Raglans and Oxford Frieze Box Coats with velvet collars and satin facings. Prices marked down from 15 to 12.50 and 18 to 15, with several Havlock pockets and detailed linings. Various raglan styles in different colors and weaves are featured at sale prices.
Harry E Sollenberger and Ezra Sheets known as faith curists who ran the Beulah Orphanage at 3542 North Second street were sentenced to three months in jail by Judge Audenried after pleading guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the death of seven month old Edward Hack. They believed medical treatment was poison and relied on faith to cure, saying the mother could remove the child. They had previously cared for seven other babies and had begun the facility to aid the destitute.
Miss Bertha White of Northwestern University declines the lead in the junior class production A Bachelor's Romance because she would have to kiss Walter Smith, a red haired young man, which she dislikes. Miss Lillian Goodrich volunteers to take the kiss role despite her colleague's objections.
Zadkiel Mare reports Mars in benefice aspect with the moon favoring surgeons engineers and martial men while Raphael warns of misfortune for all else. Health caution urged and a birth date note suggesting employment for a newborn.
A large Bristol funeral honors Oscar L. Booz ex cadet with a Presbyterian chapel service. Rev. Dr. Alexander Alison preaches on blessed are the dead that die in the Lord as Ralph Morrow Lewis Spring and others carry the coffin to the pulpit. The body rests in Bristol Cemetery.
Postmaster Hicks reports a circular detailing staffing and pay growth. Over three years the clerk count grew from 667 to 886, a 25 percent rise, while salaries climbed from 361000 to 717500, about 28 percent, averaging 20 more dollars per employee annually than in 1897.
Agents Cozens and White from the Women's Branch of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals returned from a statewide campaign against illegal poultry shippers. In Huntingdon and Perry counties four dealers J. M. Blair George Rogers Robert A. Rice and L. B. Gore were fined ten dollars plus costs, paid before magistrates or forwarded to Magistrate Harrison.
Albert T Patrick, jailed for alleged forgery, declares the first will of millionaire James M Rice a forgery. He says it was never executed by Rice and that the valid will is the one filed by his lawyers last week naming Patrick as principal to Rice millions. He asks the surrogate to set aside the first will.
Special Telegram to Turn Times from Geneva New York reports a mob of about two hundred men and boys attacked the home of widower James Kelleher who had just remarried to Jane Sager. The attack last night damaged the house and forced Mrs Kelleher and two children to flee through the yard leaving the dwelling wrecked.
Special Telegram to Tue Timms reports Ex Senator David B Hill emphatically denying this morning teak Le Die as heer of Seegerting 2a in New York on December 6.
London telegram reports the Queen opening Parliament with a call to fund armies in South Africa and China, resisting any independence for the Boers. Lord Rosebery attacks the government over dissolution, the war, and Cabinet issues amid a tense session.
The Wilmington Board of Trade urged Congress to remove the war revenue tax on checks and drafts and supported removing the centre pier of Market street bridge across the Christina River. The Harlan and Hollingsworth Company favors the pier removal, which the War Department has ordered, noting the bridge hindered ship delivery and bidding on government work.
Special Telegram Bu Toe Times Camden Delaware December 6 William Evans a farmer near town was seriously injured yesterday while helping his brother Horace kill hogs. After loading 13 hogs on a wagon the brothers rode atop them. Frightened horses caused Evans to fall between the wheels as the wagon passed over his head fracturing the skull.
Wilmington reports several local German societies were hit with $10 assessments for a gift sent to Kaiser Wilhelm by the Northeastern Saengerbund of Brooklyn. Unpaid status noted. Soviets reportedly dissatisfied for lack of consultation.
Allison Rittenhouse of New Castle County suffers a severe bite on his leg after an encounter with a dog while attempting to drive the animal out for slaughter near Bear Station. The incident occurred December 6 as he was attacked in his doorway and injured by the dog.
Wilmington report says Mr. and Mrs. James O Neal of near Kennett Square Pa were thrown from a wagon when the wagon tongue broke causing a runaway near Centreville. Mrs O Neal fractured collar bone and her husband suffered a facial wound.
Four boys were publicly whipped after breaking into a freight car and stealing a barrel of apples in Evansville Indiana. In police court Judge Winfrey offered release only if one boy would agree to receive a whipping with an old bicycle tire on a pond. Dozens witnessed the punishment.
Elizabeth Foster age 72 was buried from her brother s residence after a private service. The ceremony followed an illness and occurred in a local community setting with family in attendance.
About 6 000 Afrikander delegates gathered at a gum tree plantation on Worcester’s edge to form a congress. Speech by H C Cronweight-Schreiner attacked Sir Alfred Milner as Governor. Troops increased. 1500 Canadians and Australians camped nearby with ten guns in place. Government circulates leaflets rebutting anti British claims as 14 000 prisoners held and key towns under British control.
London reports Lord Kitchener dispatch that General Delarey with 500 Boers attacked a convoy, burned half, killed fifteen and wounded twenty-three including Lieutenant Baker. Boers suffered heavy losses. De Wet crossed the Caledon at Karee Drift December 5 toward Odendaal. General Knox pursued.
Elizabeth Bowers of Baltimore sought records on a long disputed lease claimed by Charles Christopher Springer as the basis for a large Wilmington property claim. Attorneys say no record exists and previous efforts found the claim futile, with records possibly destroyed.
The twenty sixth annual Kent County Teachers Institute in Smyrna reports strong attendance and engaging programs. Noted speakers included W W Stetson of Maine and W W Deatrick of New York with J Williams Macy entertaining the crowd. The Ariel Sextette of Boston performs tonight and tomorrow features A J Kinnamon and Dr EB Oram Lyte with George R Wendling delivering The Man of Galilee.
Reports from Preston Maryland say Joseph Hildebrandt a Philadelphian was seriously wounded by a companion while out gunning. A gun discharged when snagged on a tree limb striking his right arm. He was carried to a nearby house for treatment.
Lord Roberts sails to Cape Town aboard the Canada amid a warm send off. He urges foes to extend fellowship and says peace will unite the nation, noting opponents fought for a misguided cause yet deserve honor for their defense of liberty.
Wilmington December 6 Pomona Grange of New Castle county held its quarterly meeting electing officers: Master John W Hayes Overseer Charles W Day Lecturer Julian C Walker Steward Robert Medullough Assistant Steward W H Worth Chaplain J W Perkins Treasurer T A Neale Secretary Agnes Sterling Gatekeeper Edward Sharpless Pomona Emma Peterson Flora Lizzie Woodward Ceres Emma Armstrong Lady Assistant Steward A M Eastburn Executive Committee BE D Talley John Bishop Robert McCullough Arnold Naudain and W Highfield Finance Committee O W Eastburn W A Talley and C Appleby.
Diamond Lodge No 9 A O U W Dover elects A B Magee master workman John S Collins foreman W S Wheatley guide George T Mansfield inside watchman P Zizette outside watchman D H Hancock recorder James E Carroll financier W E Smith receiver J T Hoffecker medical examiners P P Downs B S Anderson W F Davis H V Stout M P Downs trustee W E Smith representatives John S Collins Wesley Webb set to attend Grand Lodge session in Smyrna next February
Mr. Kruger arrived at The Hague and was greeted by the Burgomaster and Councillors. A 600-voice choir sang Insalm 72 as he toured the Royal waiting room. Local leaders including Dr. Spink extended a warm welcome and the legislatures authorized Presidents to greet him.
Smyrna Delaware December 6 These officers of Smyrna Conclave No 45 I O H have been elected for the ensuing year Archon William Faries provost E M Fowler late John A M Hoffecker secretary George M Stevenson treasurer William B Start financier William H Baggs inspector L D Perry warden George C Moffit sentinel A W Collison trustees B D Hoffecker John A Hoffecker Dr William Ashcraft medical examiners Drs William Ashcraft T C Moore and C C Swinney
Berlin reports heavy German disapproval of Emperor William’s choice to not receive Mr. Kruger. The Berliner Tageblatt laments a loss of prestige and labels it a grave political mistake. Pro-Boer demonstrations erupt in Berlin theater crowds chanting anti-English slogans.
Teachers from Sussex county gather for the County Institute in Milford as sessions begin yesterday and run through tomorrow. Noted instructors include Dr B Oram Later and Professor Jacques W Redway with additional speakers planned for tomorrow night.
The Times reports that tourists next Sunday will tour the famed Castle Kenilworth ruins in England. Dr Edward Brooks will provide a vivid description of the site's history and significance during the visit.
New Castle Delaware December 6 Charles Williams known as Chicken Billie was arrested for larceny of eleven chickens found on his premises identified by William Nelson of St George's. At a Magisterial hearing before Magistrate Sutton Billie was held on $200 bail for the February term of court and remained jailed. The eleven chickens weighed 65 pounds and were described as the finest seen.
The Miner alized River Company of New York led by president Henry Dodge will run a steamship line linking Wilmington and Lewes with New York within a week or ten days. The Iris, formerly the United States lighthouse tender, will haul freights and the vessel will complete two round trips weekly.
Camden Delaware reports Mary Mia Jackson oldest Camden resident dies last night at age 102. The obituary notes her long life and ties to the town with details limited by the readable text.
George A. Cooley of Linwood aged 61 a former city resident and gate tender for the Philadelphia Wilmington and Baltimore Railroad at Claymont was killed by an express train at 11 17 this morning as he stood by the south bound track to take a paper from the fireman. He was a member of the Water Witch Fire Company and Smyth Post G A R and had recently been in charge of the Claymont gate after years as a railroad engineman.
Special Telegram to The Traps reports three Wilmington fire department members died yesterday. John Tully of Weccacoe Company age about 65 resided at 406 West Second street. James P. Purcell, brother of Policeman John Purcell, served under Chief Engineer George W. Sasse and leaves a wife and three children. John P. Fedigan of the Friendship Company belonged to Wilmington Lodge A. O. U. W.
The Delaware Field Club will hold its annual stockholders meeting next Tuesday evening to elect officers and decide on a new club house and grounds location. Currently at Elsmere the house is unsuitable for winter use and the golf course risks damage from nearby building operations.
Lieutenant August DuPont, a former French army officer and Huguenot, began a fencing class at the YMCA and seeks to form a Huguenot colony in the United States. He plans to acquire several thousand acres of land in South Carolina for settlement. The project stems from his opposition to prejudices under the Dreyfus affair and his desire to establish a community here.
Captain S. Leslie Truss of the sloop Wichita and Percy White left New Castle for Fort Delaware to gun ducks. A squall drove the boat ashore, burying it under heavy waves. The two men struggled in the surf and reached the shore exhausted but alive.
William C. Walters nominated for Wilmington Typographical Union post. Mark I. McKenna elected grand knight of Santa Maria Council Knights of Columbus. Police matrons raise about 200 for a needy children Christmas tree. Mrs. Roach to speak at Smyrna Asbury Church for Women’s Home Missionary Society. Delaware Lodge AOUW elects officers. Real estate license issued to Armvill Bullock in Wilmington. Clayton adopts Sunday morning mail system. post office hours 7:30 to 8:30. William F. Collins moves from Cheswold to New York for a commission business. Rev. Wylyss Bede to rector Stanton and Newport parishes. Dr. C. R. Layton to be Secretary of State, resigns Bay State Gas role. Farnhurst hospital project faces funding shortfall. Levy Court may seek extra appropriation. Rev. William L. Freund to Hanover Church, Wilmington, to lecture before Lord’s Supper. Mahoney case tied to a horse theft. held for trial. Bicycle Club races draw ten-man teams. membership drive underway. Obituary notes for local figures and civil war veterans. Delaware State Hospital trustees meet. December operations reported. Delaware Railroad keeps Hoffecker vacancy to fill by Hoffecker’s son. Paul’s Methodist Sunday School Reembers Association elects Bayugra president. Smith Company of Bakersfield expands Wilmington holdings. Fisher Book Tydgesiter Incorporates Delaware with stock details.
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