Powderly Appeals Knights of Labor for Swift Aid to Southwest Strike
Parapeupuia April 15 General Master Workman Powderly urges Knights of Labor to fund relief for striking Gould railway workers in the Southwest. He condemns no capital but urges rapid donation to aid St Louis relief efforts and to bolster the fight against monopoly, comparing the cause to liberty and 1776.
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Parapeupuia
Workman Powderly
Knights of Labor
Noble Order of the K. of L. of America
Southwest
Order
Jay Gould
St. Louis
Hoxie
South‘west
Funes
Congress
Gould Railways
T. V. Powperly
Powderly vows full Knights of Labor probe across region
General Master Workman Powderly, in Scranton, says Gould's reply to his manifesto is a quibble and evasion. He invites Gould to court if suing, and promises a committee will investigate the Southwestern trouble from St. Louis to the Mexican border and publish findings. If the Knights of Labor who struck are at fault, they will not be screened.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moaater Powderly
Tome Scranton
Penn
Knights of Labor
Hall
St. Louis
Mashall
Texas
United States
J. C. Hall
CuicaGo
F. Mayer & Co
Canal Street
Cumberland
New Haven
New Haven, April 15.—the Courier Vs. Typographical Union No. 47
Stodard
Martin Irons
Baltic
Conn
George Walden
Park Street
Webster & Co
Edgeworth
Woburn
Freight flows brisk at St Louis yards amid strike action
In East St Louis on April 15 strikers were few in streets and around rails as nine roads centered here moved more freight than since the strike began. Ferries were called into service and the Cairo Short Line ran platforms busy with freight. Indianapolis and St Louis yards showed high activity with twenty workers on platforms and ample switch crews. Louisville and Nashville hired from other stations to fill gaps, while Vanalla, Ohio and Mississippi, Chicago and Alton and Chicago, Burlington and Quincy all faced the capacity to handle the offered traffic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
St. Louis
Louieville
Nashville
Vanalla
Ohio
Mississippi
Chicago and Alton
Chicago
Burlington and
Juincy
Hoosac Tunnel Dockmen Go On Strike For Higher Wages
About seventy longshoremen at the Hoosac Tunnel Dock and Elevator Company quit work without notice. They demand raises from 1 75 to 2 dollars per day plus 26 cents more per hour for extras and object to being forced to work overtime without pay. The company says it pays wages matching rivals and that many workers remained on the job. A reporter found the dock quiet with some strikers drinking nearby as tensions rise over pay and abusive language.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoosac Tunnel
Hoosac
Cabinet Makers Organizing and Labor Union News
Report covers Knights of Labor activity in District 29 convention plans in Tremont Temple with anticipated General Master Workman Powderly visit. Also notes cabinet makers meeting at 1031 Washington street, 250 attendees, 40 new members, charter to be obtained, next gathering scheduled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Lemon
District 30
Knights of Labor
Cummings
Washington Street
Hitchcock
Goodwin
Messrs
Pickett
Brockton
Henry
Chelsea
Paine Memorial Hall
Workman
Powderly
Tremont Temple
McNeil
Washington
Sentinel
St. Louis
J. W. Walters
Eighth Regiment
East St. Louis
Main Street
Walters
Ranney inquiry cut from New Orleans suit debate in Washington
The telephone examining committee continued Mr. Van Benthuysen's testimony while Mr. Ranney pressed to probe the government suit's motives. Eden objected, saying the panel handles only issues of law and not the suit's justification. After debate the chair ruled Ranney's inquiry immaterial and barred disclosure, a ruling upheld on appeal.
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Ranney
Washington
van Benthuysen
New Orleans
Eden
Judiciary Committee
Weather Indications for New England Apr 16
Indications show fair and warmer weather for New England this morning, followed by local rains. Southerly winds may develop as the day progresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasuixeton
New England
Women Do Better Cleaning With Pearling Trick
A local feature promotes Pearling as a superior cleaning method for households. Thousands of women are shown adopting the technique, praising its effectiveness and ease. The piece highlights speed, thoroughness, and the appeal of a simpler routine.
Hager's Insult and Postmaster Nominations Debate
In Wasui Indton April 15 report the President nominates four Massachusetts postmasters all Democrats with minimal opposition. Danvers Head is staying on until June 16. successor Perley is a civilian and winter manufacturer backed by Democrats. Allen and McDermott missed the contest. Hood retires to town roles, while a fraud incubator scheme by H S Waldo, the Natural Incubator Company, fleeced farmers nationwide, prompting district attorney action and lost mail from the firm.
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Wasui Indton
Massachusetts
Danvers
Charles N. Perley
Captain Allen
Eighth Massachusetts Regiment
Thomas McDermott
Grand Army
Hood
Board of Health
United States
Messrs. Allen and
McDermott
Perley
Natural Incubator Company
H. S. Waldo
Natural Incubator
Quincy
National
Collector Hager Faces Scrutiny Over Alleged Disrespect
Washington reports strong press pressure to oust Collector Hager of San Francisco for alleged discourtesy to the Chinese minister. Hager defends himself, and the Chinese envoy has not filed a complaint, instead socializing with U S officials. A new envoy is expected next week, with his large retinue and two attaches reshaping the legation.
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Hager
Washington
San Francisco
John W. Foster
Mexico
United States
Treasury
Post
Senate
Custom House
California
Legation
Dupont Circle
Cheng Hanson
Cheng
China
Pahn Lee
America
Yung Wing
New England
Logan Pushes Open Executive Sessions in Senate
In Washington on April 15 Senator Logan urged abolishing secret sessions and opening all Senate proceedings to the public. He warned that nominations would be kept in the dark temporarily, while pledging future openness. Senator Riddleberger withdrew a substitute and said he would reintroduce the matter daily until resolved.
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Senator Logan
Washington
Senate
Logan
Star Chamber
Riddleberger
Amendments Proposed to Electoral Count Methods
Washington April 13 The report of the committee on the electoral count was presented to the House. The panel proposes striking the exception that allowed rejection of a State vote when only one return exists. It would count only electors certified by the State seal unless both Houses independently reject them. If a State has multiple returns but a single government, the lawfully certified votes should be counted unless both Houses reject.
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Washington
Credulous resident in Quincy. letters to be held
The Postmaster General ordered registered letters and money orders addressed to a Quincy resident be held and returned to senders. The individual refers to himself as the posted source notes but does not provide the name in this excerpt.
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Washington
Quincy, Ill
Conference plan to arbitrate US Mexico and Latin American trade
A House Foreign Affairs Committee report favors inviting Mexico and Central and South American governments to Washington for a conference on arbitration of future disputes in trade. A $20,000 appropriation would cover reasonable conference expenses. The report stresses closer continental ties for 100 million people and better transportation to boost U.S. business with Peru, Chile, Argentina, and Brazil.
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Washington
House Committee On Foreign Affairs
Mexico
Central
South America
United States
Peru
Chile
Argentine Republic
Brazil
Liverpool
Hamburg
Bordeaux
Belmont
Executive Department
Congress
Senate Tackles Treaties in Executive Session
In Washington on April 15 the Senate met in executive session to discuss international affairs. The Hawaiian treaty was postponed for two weeks. The Weil and Labra treaty spurred a long Morgan speech advocating reopening to allow Mexican evidence of possible fraud. Voorhees wished to speak for claimants but the matter advanced to morrow. The Venezulan treaty was read and ratified, creating a three member commission to review U.S. claims against Venezuela with a Russian or Swiss minister named if agreement fails. The panel meets in three months in Washington and its decision is final.
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Washington
Senate
Sherman
Morgan
Mexico
Voorhees
United States
Venezula
Castine Collector Spafford Faces Maine GOP Rift
SPECIAL TO THE POST Washington April 15 Charles A Spafford named collector of customs for Castine district stirs Maine Republicans. Once a Republican legislator he became a Democrat and now faces GOP opposition though praised as a capable lawyer aiding Democratic sentiment in Deer Isle. Also notes Coveney’s strong cardiols and Belmont yacht bill progression.
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Castine
Washington
Charles A. Spafford
Maine
Spafford
Deer Isle
Interior Secretary Acts On Atlantic and Pacific Railroad Lands
The Secretary of the Interior filed a bill against the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad Company returnable May 14 to show cause why the order reserving lands within its indemnity limits should not be revoked.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Secretary of the Interior
Atlantic and Pacific Railroad Company
Rulers Set Among Pure and Safe Intoxicants List
A fragment notes rulers dealing with purveyors of stimulants and labeled products including Bourbon and Pure Rye Whiskies. It references grocers and associated terms, signaling an era regulation or statement about available spirits and oversight.
After the Storm Bia Lake Cyclone Toll in Minnesota
Reports from Bia Lake and nearby towns recount a deadly cyclone of April 15. Deaths mount in Sauk Rapids and St Cloud with hundreds of homes damaged, telegraph lines down, and relief aid dispatched by St Paul and Governor Hubbard.
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St. Pau, Minn
Hubbard
Sauk Rapids
Shattuck Speaks in Barnstable Bond Case Verdict Expected
In Barnstable Massachusetts Hon George C Shattuck argued the case against Alley detailing evidence and law points while Colonel Ingersoll interrupted. Shattuck urged a verdict for the value of bonds with interest from September 1884 to date. Judge Thompson charged the jury and they retired likely to deliberate overnight.
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Barnstable
Mass
George C. Shattuck
Colonel Ingersoll
Ingersoll
Mr. Shattuck
Shattuck
Mr. Snow
Cape
Thompson
George O. Shattuck
Boston
Barnstable County
BUTY ON PETROLEUM Correspondence with Holland on proposed duty increase
State today transmitted to the House of Representatives correspondence between this country and Holland regarding the proposed increase of duty on petroleum imported into Holland and its colonial possessions. The Dutch government said the increase would not be made, opting for an excise tax instead to avoid halving consumption. A Treasury note also authorizes customs to inspect tobacco packages and assess duty for each kind if multiple tobaccos are enclosed.
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Washington
House of Representatives
Holland
Bell
Secretary of the Treasury
Customs
Belligerent Boycotters Arraigned on Conspiracy Charges
Eighteen labor activists from tailors, nettle spinners, and German Bakers Union No 1 faced arraignment in the Second District Police Court. George Lenhart and Matthew Murray, Tailors’ Union members, named in a conspiracy complaint. Bail set at 250 each. some defendants fined five dollars, others discharged. Gray plans steadfast defense aided by the Evening Post.
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New York
Lsbor
Second District
Chelsea
Bakers’ Union No. 1
Gray
Duffy
George Lenhart
Matthew Murray
Tailors’ Union
Bors. Gray
Bakers’ Union
Evening Post
Genera Shaler on Trial in New York
Genéra Shaler faces a second trial in New York beginning April 15 as prosecutors pursue further charges stemming from the earlier proceedings. The case centers on alleged fraud and misrepresentation connected with business dealings.
Two Reports on Alleged Bribery in Payne Election
Colubus, O April 15. A legislative committee reporting on bribery charges in electing H. B. Payne to the Senate in January 1884 presented two accounts. The majority, signed by three Republicans, cites 800 pages of evidence and urges certifying the case to the U S Senate for action. The minority, signed by two Democrats, argues to impeach key witnesses. A recess was taken to print and decide which report to adopt.
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Colubus
Legislative Committee
H. B. Payne
General Assembly
United States Senate
Payne
Cashier Charged With Embezzlement Held on Bail
Isaac Rodgers former cashier of the First National Bank of Chester was charged with embezzlement. An expert accountant testified to 400 thefts and 100 false entries totaling 25,528 dollars. Director W D Broomall said Rodgers settled delinquencies with 5 000 to 6 000 dollars. He was held on 5 000 dollar bail awaiting U S Court trial.
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Philadelphia
Isaac Rodgers
First National Bank of Chester
United States Bank
Young
United States
Edmunds
Caleb Emlen
Rodgers
W. D. Broomall
Drewing the Coils Still Tighter Around the Accused Ex-Aldermen
New York April 15 indicted aldermen of 1884 lingered through routine DA business in the district attorney’s office. Many were among spectators at General Shaler’s trial. They deny fear of bribery charges. Ex-Alderman McQuade may face perjury indictment for Senate committee testimony.
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New York
Board of ‘Aldermen
Shaler
McQuade
Grand Jury
Senate Committee
Vermont Senate Race Sparks Round of Campaign Circulars
Vermont voters face a heated senatorial contest as campaign circulars circulate nationwide. One passage targets Edmunds, arguing he received excess Republican support and urging the mantle of honor be passed to a deserving Vermont son rather than him. The note portrays a divide among local and state factions ahead of the election.
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Vermont
Edmunds
Republican Party
Congress
Gloucester seafarer robbed in Boston by two in South End
Cornelius Isaacson of Gloucester, visiting Boston, met Lizzie Mullen and Cole man F. Smith in the North End. They lured him to a South End dark spot where Smith knocked him down and took $140 with Lizzie aiding. Patrolmen Trieder and Morris arrested the two. Isaacson held as witness. Lizzie Mullen is noted as an old offender.
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Cornelius Isaacson
Gloucester
Boston
North End
Lizzie Mullen
Lizzie
South End
Coleman “F. Smith
Isaacson
Lagrange Street
Smith
Trieder
Morris
Division 1
Doubtful Worth of Work Versus Easy Wealth
A Nebraska City man who moved to a Syracuse farm five years ago with nothing built a fortune. His 1020 acres of land and equipment are valued at $17,500, proving productive labor can yield a solid home and means despite critics who advocate division of wealth.
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Nebraska City
Woman Pursues Gambling Husband in Maine
A Maine wife, convinced by her brother of her husband’s gambling, dressed in her brother’s clothes and accompanied him to a den of vice. There she witnessed the husband’s card games and a $400 loss, then publicly confronted him and escorted him home, where he no longer frequents the room.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eastern
Argus
Hifsband
Mt Desert Pronunciation Debate Ends With English Form
Lewiston Journal notes debate over Mt Desert pronunciation. Dr Lapham favors Mt Des ert, aligning with English spelling. Maine Historical Society adopts the English pronunciation, citing French roots and official orthography.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewiston Journal
Mt. Desert
Lapham
Maine Historical Society
Island
Montdesert
Pemberton Mills Resume Partial Run After Fire
Lawrence Mass April 15 The Pemberton mills began partial operation this morning and will continue until weaving material is exhausted Then shut down until the ruins are cleared and a new mill built The agent Clarke posted notices that tenants will be charged rent until startup Most injured firemen are improving Pierce Quimby suffers head and shoulder injuries in bad condition but no serious result is expected.
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Lawrence
Mass
Pemberton Mills
Agent Clarke
Pierce Quimby
Sap Quality Tied to Tree Location and Soil Type
The article explains that sap quality and quantity depend on site. Trees on low, moist, rich soil produce watery sap with under 2 percent sugar and dark product, while those on high, dry ground yield sweeter sap with 3 to 4 percent sugar and very white product.
Abbe Liszt Not an Apollo in London Gossip
A London observer insists Abbe Liszt is far from handsome. His resting features are ugly and any emotional expression is uglier. Portraits flatter him, with a caricatured statuette by Dantan nearly forty years old the closest likeness.
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Abbe Liszt
London
Apollo
Dantan
Got Her Insurance Verdict In Madden S Daughter Suit
Newsomy April 15. In the suit of the late Senator Madden's daughter against the Traveller's Insurance Company of Hartford to recover 10000 on her father's life, a jury found for the plaintiff for the full amount.
Seed division labor cut as seed distribution ends
Washington April 15 the agriculture department completed its annual seed distribution and about 140 employees of the seed division were dismissed due to no remaining work.
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Washington
Agriculture Department
Yale junior exhibition speaking prize won by Johan Bennett
New Haven April 15 Johan Bennett of this city won the prize of $100 in the Yale junior exhibition speaking event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Yale
Johan Bennett
This
Ity
Angostura Bitters Highlighted as Digestive Regulator
The text extols Angostura Bitters as a world renowned regulator of the digestive system for over fifty years. It notes that imitators have appeared and urges purchase of the genuine product made only by Dr. J. G. B. Siegert & Sons.
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J. G. B. Siegert
Gladstone Home Rule Bill Opens for Ireland Text
London April 15 The House of Commons voted to permit Gladstone to introduce the Irish governance bill. It bars the Irish Parliament from handling crown status, war and peace, military, foreign or colonial affairs, taxation without the Queen’s recommendation, and church property remains with the Irish people subject to charges. The Queen retains powers over dissolution, forts, and imperial relations. Sir Charles Dilke denies guilt. Amnesty to Irish prisoners may follow if the home rule bill passes.
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Ireland
Charles Dilke
London
Harcourt Budget Introduced In Commons In 1885 86 Forecast
Sir William Harcourt presented the financial estimates in the House of Commons. The deficit for 1885-86 is revised to 2,642,943 pounds, with alcohol revenue down and tea, tobacco, and fruits rising. For 1886-87 expenditures are put at 90,428,599 pounds with revenue at 89,885,000. The plan borrows 800,000 from debt reduction funds and abolishes the cottage brewing tax, leaving a small surplus. The budget is adopted, and Liberal moves seek Dublin legislature support. A Loyalist convention occurs in Dublin on the 29th with Mr. Goschen speaking. The Berlin dispatch notes Zanzibar’s Sultan refusing to cede territory to Portugal and German protection for Portuguese residents.
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London
William Harcourt
House of Commons
Childers
Berlin
Zanzibar
Portugal
Weavers' Troubles at Peacedale Mills
Providence April 15 One hundred thirteen weavers of the Peacedale Manufacturing Company struck today over a ten percent wage cut implemented April 1 A committee met with owners who refused to bargain unless workers returned They voted to stay out and will return Friday to work Saturday hoped for an amicable settlement.
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Providence
Peacedale Manufacturing Company
Kimberley sues New Haven Union for libel damages
New Haven April 15 E L Kimberley formerly fined for horsewhipping editor Shilletto of West Haven sues the New Haven Union for 10000 dollars alleging libel in connection with published remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
E. L. Kimberley
Shilletto
West Haven
New Haven Union
Norwich Post Office Fight Draws Candidates
Norwich Connecticut reports a lively post office fight with twelve candidates in the field. In New London the yacht Gitana arrived from the West Indies yesterday. Springfield sees 156 liquor license applications, down from 176 last year, as Morton Park deed details move forward.
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Norwich
Conn
New London
West Indies
Springfield
Morton Park
Assault at Clinton Mill Sparks Mass Tension
A Boston area crowd at Bigelow Carpet Co. mills in Clinton, Worcester County, gathered April 15, forcing dyers to retreat to the dye house where they were pelted with stones. Detectives halted the outbreak. tension remains high as workers refuse to handle yarn from the new dyers and the firm will not pay over 1.40.
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Wercester
Mass
Bigelow Carpet Co
Clinton
Hayter
Bigelow
Vetoed Capital Appropriation Bill Sparks Albany Outcry
The Governor vetoes the capital appropriation measure calling it a party caucus driven, political spoils bill. He notes the bill aims to secure patronage from capitol construction and condemns the advocacy of spoils in the governor's message.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albany
N. Y
Assembly
Cleveland's Intentions Spark White House Match Rumors
Reports claim President Cleveland plans to marry Miss Folsom of Buffalo, a story gaining traction in Washington with White House no denial. Secretary Lamar, long quiet in office, is said to wed Mrs. Holt of Macon Georgia and has reportedly traveled there for the marriage.
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Cleveland
Lamar
Washington
Miss Folsom
Buffalo
White House
Holt
Macon
Denial of Mad Dog Bite in Amelia Morosine Case
The Post reports Amelia Morosine was not bitten by a mad dog. She saw a dog like her own on the piazza, stooped to caress it, and received a slight scratch on her nose as the animal sprang at her. Her father suspects a paw scratch, with no evidence the dog was mad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
the Post
Amelia Morosine
Estate sale transfers Canonchet property in Narragansett
Providence April 15 Canonchet ex Governor Sprague's estate at Narragansett has been sold by the executrix of Francis D Moulton's estate to Henry C Cranston of this city and by him sold to Mrs William Sprague for 265000 Moulton paid 61200 for the property at the trustees sale It is reported the estate will be cut up into villa lots.
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Providence
Canonchet
Sprague
Narragansett
Francis D. Moulton
Henry C. Cranston
William Sprague
Moulton
New York Horse Car Strike Ordered by Empire Association
At a midnight meeting the executive committee of the Empire Association ordered a strike on the Third Avenue Lexington Avenue One Hundred and ae Street and the Cable surface railroad in New York. The action targets major surface streetcar lines in the city.
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New York
The
Empire Association
Third Avenue
Lexington Avenue
One Hundred and Ae Street
Cable Surface
Odd Suits Offered At Extremely Low Prices
Formerly retailed at 18, 20 and 25 dollars, the store marks odd suits at extremely low figures. The collection includes medium and fine grade jackets, Scotch finish, smooth faced Cassimeres, Diagonal Mixtures and Foreign Worsts from last season in popular styles and shades.
Suits Priced For Young And Middle Aged Men
The text promotes suits priced at 12 and 15 dollars, noting they appeal to young and middle aged gentlemen for mercantile, professional, or street use. It contrasts with regular lines valued at 18, 20, 22, and 25 dollars.
American Ministers and Consuls Abroad Lecture
A crowd gathered at Norcross Hall to hear C. W. Ernst discuss American ministers and consuls abroad. He argued nations relate as savages rather than civil nations due to flawed international law, criticized both England and the U S for pursuing interests over morality, and urged diplomats be trained and representative. The lecture was sober and instructive for listeners.
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Norcross Hall
Young Men’s Christian Union
C. W. Ernst
England
America
Ernst
Davis legacy upheld as stainless and noble in southern memory
The Atlanta Constitution reflects on Mr. Davis as the illustrious leader of the southern cause. It lauds his devotion, dignity, and unshaken courage from Shiloh to Appomattox, asserting his record remains stainless and worthy of lasting love. Craven is blamed for not warming to his memory.
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Atlanta Constitution
South
Mr. Davis Lea
Mr. Davis
Lee
Appomattox
Johnston
Shiloh
Craven
Easter Cards by Prang & Co More Varied and Exquisite
This year’s Easter cards from L. Prang & Co. show greater variety and higher artistic merit with designs by Mrs. O. E. Whitney Miss L. B. Humphrey Miss Helen W. Emery Miss Fidelia Bridges Miss L. B. Comins Mrs. E.T. Fisher Mrs. Phebe Jenks and others. Many are satin printed and feature a large satin Easter dove by Henry Sandham.
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Messrs. L. Prang & Co
O. E. Whitney
L. B. Humphrey
Helen W. Emery
Fidelia Bridges
L. B. Comins
E.T. Fisher
Phebe Jenks
H.giacomelli
Walter
Seaman Demands Confidence Man Loan at Fitchburg Station
Leavitus Larentron, a seaman aboard the schooner Mary Venus, lent $2250 to a young confidence man at Fitchburg railroad station. The stranger, about 20, claimed urgent need and offered a postdated check as security. Larentron received a $455 Crowp check payable to Samuel J Manning from First Ward National Bank of Boston. Police suspect the scammer matches a Charlestown con artist.
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Leavitus Larentron
Mary Venus
Fitchburg
Larentron
First Ward National Bank of Boston
Samuel J. Manning
Charlestown
Maine Dem State Convention and Local Labor Actions
The Maine Democratic State convention schedules for Bangor on June 2. Knights of Labor discuss boycotting Harrington and Co of Salem. Frank Jones raises Portsmouth brewery workers pay by five to ten dollars monthly. Cornelius Spillane of Chicago has invented a moving train to station telephoning device. Colonel Winthrop N. Dow of Exeter named Beeston and Maine railroad special commissioner for New Hampshire, succeeding the late B. W. Hoyt.
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Maine
Bangor
Knights of Labor
Harrington & Co
Salem
Frank Jones
Portsmouth
Cornelius Spillane
Dashiel Street
Chicago
Ill
Winthrop N. Dow
Exeter
N. H
New Hampshire
Beeston and Maine Railroad
B. W. Hoyt
Special Todd Suit Sale by A. Shuman & Co
The special sale of todd suits announced by A. Shuman & Co is worth attention for anyone investing in a spring suit. The firm’s reputation guarantees buyers will find goods and reductions in price as represented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Todd Suits
A. Shuman & Co
Traffic Association Keeps Grain and Provisions Rates
At a Central Traffic Association meeting in Chicago on April 15 the group decided to keep the current freight rates for grain at 25 cents and provisions at 36 cents per mile from Chicago to New York through the summer, sustaining current pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuhicagco
Central Traffic Association
Chicago
New York
Man Identified as Wendell Starr Found Near West Roxbury
Police disclosed the body found near Washington street in West Roxbury is Wendell Starr, previously living at 83 Village street. Julius Smith, 15, was arrested last night by a patrolman of L'vision 3 for larceny of cotton and dress goods from 2 Beacon street.
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Washington Street
West Roxbury
Wendell Starr
Village Street
Julius Smith
L‘vision 3
Beacon Street
Albany Assembly reports favor Broadway railroad armament bill
In Albany yesterday the Broadway railroad arnuament bill was favorably reported in the Assembly. In Ipswich Massachusetts yesterday afternoon a blaze damaged a barn to Abraham Caldwell with losses around 1000 dollars, insured 400. Lincoln assassination anniversary marked by Springfield citizens with services and flags at half mast. Recorder Smythe in New York yesterday denied Aldermen Jackne counsel a copy of minutes and bill of particulars of the charge.
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Broadway
Ipswich
Mass
Darnes
Abraham Caldwell
Lincoln
Springfield
Smythe
New York
Jackne
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