06 Apr 1891
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1891
Page
1
A Sunday report notes Parnell attacks Gladstone amid ongoing Franco Russian concerns. Observers weigh French opinion on the Czar's intentions, reflecting European political tensions and domestic debates.
The Massachusetts Loan and Trust Company announces capital, surplus, and officers. Capital to rise from 500000 to 1000000 on August 1, 1891, with surplus and profits of 200000. It lists double liability for stockholders and broad banking powers including deposits, trust and collection work, bonds and mortgages, and agency for transfers.
A Boston columnist argues for inviting front hall spaces between entry and reception rooms. Citing Plato’s Academy motto on geometry, the piece asserts indifference, not price, governs hospitality. Minimal furniture suffices. showcasing hall pieces boosts self-respect and guest consideration.
Shipping news lists vessels arriving or sailing between Boston New York Liverpool Havre and European ports. Entries include Wergeland Baracoa City of Chicago Aurania Dania Hermann Ottoman Palestine Michigan Belgie Waesland and more with origins in New York Boston Havre Hamburg or Philadelphia and destinations including Antwerp London Philadelphia and Liverpool.
April 6 reports from New York and London of vessels sailing for Bristol Para Boston Hamburg and New York among others. Chatham Mass notes strong southwest wind and a fleet passage including brig Screamer and several schooners, tugs and steamers. Florence Creadick reports prior dismastment near latitude 34.39 longitude 75.50 and resuming with jury masts.
The Coke region remained calm as authorities reported no further disturbances after the morewood riot episode. The Fricks prepared to resume operations amid scrutiny over labor practices and a denial that the company imported foreigners.
Scorppale and nearby towns report unusual calm as five militia companies rest in passenger cars on Pennsylvania tracks. Frick Company aims to resume Morewood work amid feared trouble, while 10,000 coke workers attend the Morewood riot funeral. Women threaten to resist as militia watches Morewood plants and adjoining lines.
Chemical and physiological analyses show Mel Lin’s Food, when added to diluted cow’s milk, forms the only perfect substitute for mother’s milk ever produced.
Dust April 5 Phoenix Park drew about 2000 people for an Amnesty Association demonstration protesting Irish and Irish American prisoners' treatment by Britain. Speeches by Kenny Parnell and others urged unconditional prisoner release, with Liberal Conservative contrasts and accusations of past politicking. Parnell urged supporters to tally party strength locally, while a North Sligo contest favored Collery. Labouchere predicted limited Parnell gains and nationalist seats in Parliament.
Paris reports say President Carnot will not attend the Moscow exhibition despite cordial invitation. A high Russian official opposes steps suggesting alarmist rumors, while Paris and St Petersburg officials dismiss war-talk from London and Berlin. An entente with France is seen as defensive for now, with Russia concentrating on internal reforms before any broader conflict.
Berlin April 5 The German Austrian treaty of commerce has been concluded but will not be communicated to the Reichstag until autumn as treaties with other states negotiated now rest upon the Austrian agreement.
Protests from Hamburg to Chancellor Von Caprivi claim German exports to Chile drop from 29 million yearly and ships in Chilean waters lack protection, prompting Berlin to order its entire squadron in Chinese waters to head to the Chilean coast. Paris reports Chilean ironclad Pilcomayo and crew have deserted Balmaceda and joined the rebel fleet now totaling forty warships.
In Brtainy on April 5 negotiations resumed between US Minister William Walter Phelps and Chancellor Von Caprivi on lifting the pork export ban. There are hopeful prospects for an early and successful settlement, contrasting earlier pessimistic reports.
The Australian Federation Convention in Sipney New South Wales on April 5 approved the title Commonwealth of Australia for the federated colonies and adopted the clause naming the federation's chief executive as Governor General. The decision reflects the move toward a unified constitutional framework for the Australian colonies.
The convention rejected electing the Governor-General by popular vote by 35 to 8. It adopted constitutional provisions on Parliament powers, set member pay at £500 yearly, and required all appropriations and taxation bills to originate in the House of Representatives.
Prince Ferdinand and Princess Clementine received death threats unless they leave the country. Minister M Greascoff also threatened to resign as foreign affairs minister. Evidence points to an official linked to the Russian Embassy in Sora. Diplomatic action underway. the suspect is held at the embassy.
Paris reports a 1 million pound deficit from Corradini of Leghorn and Ancona Sugar Refinery, with 200000 pounds in uncovered balances to London firms. Laverello Steamship of Genoa gains six months extension to recover. Leghorn Bank shaken, Italy faces prolonged financial crisis unless economy improves.
Paris on April 5 reports the government permits Prince Louis Bonaparte to visit Paris. The San Remo council preserves the deceased Emperor’s property for Louis while granting Prince Victor enough funds to raise his annual income to 22500 dollars. Ex Empress Eugenie remains wealthy despite losses tied to the Baring Bros. crisis.
Paris April 5 Whitelaw Reid American Minister summarized the authenticity dispute over the Talleyrand memoirs. He stated Bacourt and the Duchess Dinot copied originals and declared the copy exact. The originals likely cannot be found, so published copies may stand as truth. He praised the Due de Bragilio’s faith in genuineness as highly trustworthy.
Washington reports Uruguay has imposed duties on wool hides and guano, intensifying the debate over whether President Harrison will enforce the McKinley act by taxing hides from Uruguay and Argentina on January 1, 1892. The move affects New England shoe makers as Argentina and Uruguay are major hide exporters, with 1890 values totaling over 16 million dollars. If England shipments remain untaxed, English merchants may continue supplying hides while direct South American hides face the duty, increasing costs for American freight and raw materials.
Curiaco April 5 The Western lines decided to take individual action in regard to paying commissions in the East and tonight's mails carried their proposals to Eastern ticket agents. A general passenger agent said the boycott board acted foolishly and urged action as Grand Trunk and others paid commissions, prompting Western roads to cash all vouchers beginning Monday.
The latest seven days show 211 U S failures and 32 in Canada, totaling 243, down from 256 last week and 285 the week before. Year-ago figures were 206 that included 189 U S cases and 17 in Canada. New Home Sewing Machine advertised at 160 Tremont Street.
Secretary Blaine is not ready to reveal new light on the Italian affair and diplomacy is expected to proceed as usual without sensational developments. Baron Fava will sail for home on April 11, as war rumors heighten public interest. Immigration law changes are anticipated by lawmakers in the next Congress.
John E. Searles Jr testified as treasurer for the American Sugar Refineries Company and Havemeyer firms, denying that profits depended on destroying competition. He argued central management lowers costs and that public interest benefits from cheaper sugar. Tense exchange over alleged Wall Street speculation followed, with Searles asserting no such speculation occurred and inviting auditors to verify company books. hearing adjourned to resume tomorrow.
Paris April 5 The Italy United States conflict draws comment from Signor Raquem editor of The Epoque who says there will be no war as Republicans in Italy favor peace with America. Finance voices warn Italy could not wage war without European backing amid debt and a looming financial crash while French and German banks pause Italian loan negotiations.
Secretary Blaine has been handed full details of the Luzerne County mountain tragedy from October 19 1888. Paymaster McClure in Philadelphia contractor McFadden were killed for 12000 dollars by three Italians Rednose Mike Giuseppe Bevivino and Vincenzo. Bevivino died in a Sicilian prison. Vincenzo remains at large with hopes of extradition.
The Post reports that America for Americans may become a main rallying cry in the next political campaign. It notes platforms likely to advocate restrictive immigration laws or require foreigners doing business in the United States to become naturalized citizens. The article cites Italy's aggression as shaping the issue.
Canadian ministers Sir Charles Tupper George Foster John Thompson and C C Chipman arrived in Washington and planned informal talks with Secretary Blaine. They would discuss Lord Stanley’s letter proposing renewal and modification of the 1854 reciprocity treaty and related measures including fisheries access mutual privileges on bait supplies transshipment rules and the Atlantic coast boundary.
Edward Hollinger known as Big Hollinger, a 34 year old colored pugilist, murdered his wife in Jersey City by bludgeoning her with a laster hatchet. After a failed suicide attempt he was arrested and admitted the killing, saying he was willing to hang for it. The couple married three years ago in Connecticut.
In Gloucester a local interview with Captain Solomon Jacobs of the Brunhilda raises controversy over his action at Fortune Bay Newfoundland he allegedly took herring and defied orders by delaying to post $2000 bonds and detouring to St Pierre Mig where no English consul is present. Prominent skippers condemn the breach of law and good faith warning it could jeopardize American fishing privileges.
Tom Fitch, noted orator and politician, was duped by a gold brick scam in Los Angeles. A well-dressed stranger claimed to offer mine output from Sonora and persuaded Fitch to buy two bars for $9000, discovering only about $100 of real gold. The conman vanished after the sale.
A pastoral letter signed by Cardinal Taschereau and all Quebec Montreal and Ottawa archbishops and bishops denounces provincial legislation to establish unsectarian schools. It declares education of children a church right and duty.
Attachments of 50000 dollars have been placed on Burns, Silver & Co. in Brinceport, connected to the American Loan & Trust Co. suit and a 6000 dollar suit by John Paton & Co. The company says it bears no part in Mr. Silver’s dealings with Washington National Bank and will defend against suits. The case is resumable at the May term of the superior court.
The newly finished hotel on Wood Hill in Bradford suffered extreme damage after Thursday night’s gale. Building Inspector O M West found the interior a total wreck with the roof sagging at the center and walls crushed below. Estimated cost to finish and furnish reaches $50,000. A. W. Doyle built the hotel and occupancy was planned for June 1.
The Rev. J. H. Twombly closed his pastorate at the Methodist Episcopal Church of Brookline with a Lord's Supper and final address last evening. The new pastor, the Rev. Dr. W. N. Bradbeck of Boston, will preach next Sunday in Brookline.
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