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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1883
Page
1
A compact page reports on court actions and obituary notices alongside hotel and local business updates. Names and dates appear in brief notices, with weather and ship news serving as a small regional roundup.
The Lowell Sun notes dynamite as a war tool with emphasis on is and reports Newcomerstown Ohio swinging Democratic. New residents and long-time settlers alike show enthusiasm for democracy this year.
One in twenty residents of Port land or near that area were pulled in for drunkenness last year. The note mentions Portland as the home of Gen. Neal Dew, tying the statistic to the city’s social scene and notable figure.
A Yopeka editorial decries the election as a victory for saloons gamblers and brothel keepers after a Democratic win by 750 votes while another column calls it a quiet orderly election. The piece notes rare praise for vice interests amid local politics.
The Augustinian society will become insolvent and stop further efforts to reduce debts to savers at the institution. Their appeal for funds to cover the added indebtedness failed. The 22 attachments on church property will stay, and all creditors must share equally. A final settlement is not expected for years.
It is said that there are more people of Swiss birth and patronage now living in the United States than there are in all other foreign coun tries combined. It is safe to add that there are no better citizens in this or any other country than the Swiss. They are, as a rule, industrious, frugal, honest, cleanly and respectful. In sections of the United States where there are considerable numbers of Swiss, they are esteemed as highly as Swedes, Norwegians, or Danes, which is saying a good deal.
The piece notes that Massachusetts has many Latter Day Saints able to send delegates to a conference in Kirtland, Ohio. It contrasts Massachusetts holiness with Utah brethren, praising Advancing views on marriage among the Massachusetts group.
Jefferson Davis delivered the oration at the cornerstone ceremony for a monument topped by an equestrian statue of Albert Sidney Johnston in New Orleans. He mourned the dead commander and praised Johnston as a pillar of the Confederacy, noting his death on the field of Shiloh and reflecting on leaders Lee Jackson Johnston. Davis lived to offer the epitaph twenty years after Johnston’s death.
The legislature enters week fourteen with slim chances of early adjournment after a stillborn week. The elevated railroad bill moves to engrossment in the house tomorrow and then to the senate, while Wednesday brings mortgage tax law action. Somerville veto awaits and senatorial bills pass the house. The call is for solid work as spring grass appears on the common and wild geese head north.
Bradstreet reports 3189 quarterly failures with 38 carrying 100000 or more in liabilities totaling 11648000, 79 percent assets to liabilities. New York leads with 13 large failures. mid states 21, New England 3, South 7, territories 1.
The ongoing Tewksbury almshouse inquiry shifts to the state house drawing crowds and curiosity. Observers question motives of the governor and note the case’s impact on public opinion and Republican standing. The writer compares to Frank Sanborn’s 1876 probes and critiques prior handling of the Marshes matter.
Washington April dispatch reports Judge Folger plans to stay at his Treasury post rather than seek rest or resign. Friends fear his defeat in New York politics deepens illness. colleagues suspect a struggle to maintain control and public image while avoiding resignation. Also notes legal fees dispute, shipping law, and various federal notices.
Despatches from Greenville report the Eade hotel collapse at midnight as fire and debris trapped inmates. Thirteen killed or burned, including owner Mrs Pruitt and son George Pruitt. several injured, with relief trains racing to aid. Cause uncertain but suspected powder explosion at Armstead's hardware store may have toppled the building.
The St Augustinian society in Lawrence Mass announces it will petition to go into insolvency to share creditors equitably. There are 22 attachments on church property and $405000 in deposits owed to 703 depositors plus mortgages, totaling $567000 in liabilities against assets of $569000 including four churches parsonages and a school. Attachments could exceed $60000 if sold, leaving depositors unlikely to receive more than 5 percent. final settlement years away. Rev C E McEvoy notes the appeal for funds failed to elicit expected aid.
Special despatch from Hartford notes the Hartford Electric Light company formed ten days ago under Boston firm. A new plant is under construction, Armington and Sims engine started, 20 arc lights at the Hartford and New Haven depot impressed officials and the public. Orders flood in, with 300 lights expected this year and city adoption imminent.
London reports Sir William Harcourt and Sir Richard Asheton Cross advocating a rapid passage of a bill to curb explosive use. The measure would impose penal servitude for possession of dynamite, with debates over retrospective application. The Times and Observer cite Irish links, with arrests in Liverpool and Cork tied to explosives and conspiracy.
Boston book trade veteran Mr Williams retires after 45 years with A Williams & Co. The firm will be reconstituted as Cupples Upham Co with J G Cupples Henry M Upham and Charles L Camrell. Cupples led the firm for 17 years and Upham oversees religious books. Camrell brings 20 years’ tenure and past link to James Munroe & Co.
Gotham Gleanings reports Peter Cooper's funeral in New York on Saturday. The service began at 9:30 AM at Al Souls' Unitarian church after a 9 AM hearse procession. Abram S Hewitt and Cooper’s relatives attended, with a long procession to Greenwood cemetery. The piece also notes a grim follow up: Patrick Taaf, a longtime employee, was found dead next morning. Additional items cover the Britannic inspection filing and a court ruling on a Malay indenture.
At a Saturday meeting the Boston Police Relief association board directed the president to summon a gathering to adopt measures for immediate fundraising. The board refused payment to Mr. Jonathan Gove and appointed Lieut. Goodwin and Sergt. Hunt to sell four bonds worth $1,000 each to raise funds. Bonds for the new treasurer were received and accepted, and Mr. Hodge’s claim was approved for payment.
A Boston Herald survey reports southern and border state Democrats reject Gen Benjamin F Butler for president. New York and Pennsylvania sentiments favor other Democrats, with Virginia and South Carolina especially hostile. The piece notes Missouri, Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia show strong opposition, while some states like Indiana back McDonald. Police pursue a separate Brighton-area homicide tied to Conliff and two others, with mixed alibi claims and partial clothing recovered.
Frazier Conliff, jailed for the Carlton murder, confronted by accuser Clark, denies allying with Smith to frame a race based killer. He recounts plans to involve Dugan by placing bloodstained clothing to trigger a reward and arrest. Conliff says he refused to participate in the plot.
Surveyors for the New York and New England study a route linking Hartford Providence Norwich and Worcester divisions. A two mile east of Baltic start along the Baltic river east bank may connect with the Norwich line near Taftville. Taftville residents oppose routing through their domain hoping for a through Occum alignment and possible mill-branch connection. The project promises regional benefit and improved trunk-line linkage despite local objections.
A large reception and scheduled tours mark Gen Porfirio Diaz and suite's visit to Boston. Diaz and party engage with city officials, tour schools, museums, and factories, then attend a dressy dinner and plan future engagements before departing for New Orleans and Galveston.
The Lynn Hospital Saturday drive raised five hundred fifty dollars. Granite Cutters International Union headquarters moved to Quincy from Westerly Rhode Island. West Medford residents thank Boston and Lowell railroad for five cent fares. Hyde Park grammar schools closed for seam fever. One fatality reported in Grew school district. Salem water board and Peabody officials discuss cross municipal water supply for emergencies. John Conway of Lynn and Thomas Drohan of Boston arrested in Swampscott for defrauding Cedar Cottage proprietor of a 1350 board bill. Boston Rubber Shoe Company Malden to idle since wage cuts apply to workers and female operatives. Swampscott town meeting approves Beach Bluff Misty and Beach avenues improvements, buys steam fire engine for 5060, buys land for school buildings on Burrill street, and funds a town tomb at 1200.
Occupants report heavier losses after the Hotel Berkeley blaze with extensive insured values. Names include Mrs. Brown, Mr. West, Mrs. Armstrong, F Barnard, W R Ellis, H W Warren, J F Hawley, Oliver Stevens, J M Welsh, A G Batchellor, Abram Firth, Amrose Eastman, Mrs. Wells, A W Spencer, A F Freeman, F H Jenney, S M Crosby, Mrs. Warren, C F Fairbanks, George Butler, M B Wildes, Miss S H Hooper, Miss E B Peck, Dr. C J Blake, W H Hall, Charles Allen, A P and E L Andrews, Ben Andrews, Kelley & Durkee, P Edwards & Son, Mrs. M J Wheeler. Insurance on the building and furniture listed with numerous companies. Additional small fires in Boston area noted with mixed damage and insurance.
At the state house the week promises heightened interest in the Tewksbury almshouse investigation with Gov. Butler expected to reveal a small coffin from the graveyard. No human remains will be found. the coffin will hold old junk and later serve as a container for affidavits and evidence. Other topics include alleged treachery in the board of health and the roles of State Detective George H. Tanis and Innis in gathering materials.
A Bijou theatre concert last evening showcased Miss Lillian Russell Mr Charles R Adams Mr Joseph L White Miss Alta Pease and an orchestra led by Edward Solomon and E E Rice. Solomon dominated with Song of Solomon and new piece A Dream while others received enthusiasm for solos and encores. The week promises many theatre changes with Salvini Clara Morris at the Museum and Iolanthe at the Bijou.
The Quincy Yacht Club met Saturday electing Commodore George W. Morton and officers including C. F. Adams and N. B. Furnald. The first regatta is set for May 26 off Mears’s, Quincy. Jay Gould’s yacht Atalanta launched at Cramp & Sons with 200–300 guests and a $250,600 cost, to be the world’s largest pleasure boat.
Boston and New England leaders face illness and appointments across the region. W W Tucker is gravely ill in Rome while Erastus Brooks on Staten Island remains ill. C M Westlake is called to Harwich pastorate. Rev G F Nicholson accepts a Fall River church post. Silas Gurney improves at Old Orchard. George E Whiting returns to Boston after five years at the New England Conservatory. Telegraphist Ss T Sheldon named Missouri Pacific superintendent. Bishop Neely attends a Baltimore wedding. F H Nibecker suffers a serious illness at Lawrence church. Col Z A Smith of the Boston Journal invited to speak at Augusta on Decoration Day. Drisko of Machias inspects Massachusetts creameries. President Arthur travels to Sanford Fla with public demonstrations en route to his camp.
The closing session of the Massachusetts Association of Classical and High School Teachers elected officers led by President F A Hill of Chelsea. Vice presidents include John Tetlow H B Sprague of Boston FE A Cutler of Newton and C M Clay of Arlington. W Bradbury of Cambridge is recording secretary and Byron Grace of Boston is corresponding secretary. After business, members viewed science lessons and Dr William Everett of Adams Academy Quincy spoke on Quid ad te pertinet A Plea for Privacy.
Boston parties announce introduction of electric light by private home and public house on Nantucket Island this season. The supreme court dismisses Samuel Kennedy’s petition to discharge from State prison, ruling he is legally held by the warden.
A compilation of real estate dealings from 1882 to 1885 including quit claims and transfers on Keckland Street William Colwell to Howard D Nash and to Hannah Colwell. Chestnut Hill Avenue. Roxbury Warren Street Samuel Weld trustee to Ada W Phillips. West Roxbury Florence Street Frank Barton to Ros Lindale Baptist Church. Dorchester Neponset Avenue Albert Nichols to Caroline Parker. and Mortgages on Great Head and Falmouth Street Boston with Union Institution for Savings.
Boston papers recount a surge of crime and accidents. Craven captured after escape from Providence jail. Bowser injured in Norfolk avenue factory shafting. 15 veal carcasses seized by Davis. Kelley and Common arrested for theft and forgery. Train collision injures Dr Charleyous. Mahoney charged with assault. a newborn found dead at Tremont Street rear. bodies taken to hospital morgue.
At sessions of the New England conference Rev. Best urged further Sunday observance legislation. Papers on expenses and church work were discussed. Several candidates were admitted as deacons and elders. Bishops Bowman and Clark oversaw ordinations and addresses highlighted by Missionary society anniversaries and reports from Lasell seminary.
Naval Institute members will meet in their rooms at the navy yard on Tuesday. Capt. R. B. Forbes will read a paper on the Construction of Vessels. Several officers are reassigned or returning to duty, including Robb, Webb, and Baker, with Bibber placed on sick leave after leaving the Wabash.
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