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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

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Apr 17, 1884

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War in Soudan Alliance Breaks Up and Khartoum Affairs

Reports from Khartoum: rebel tribal alliances on the Blue and White Niles are dissolving amid infighting. Gen Gordon reportedly urged to withdraw but resists. Saleh Pasha moves with 500 horsemen and 57 grain boats, yet Khartoum remains in a hopeful condition despite disruptions between Khartoum and Berber.

Soudan London Khartoum Blue Nile White Nile Saleh- Pasha Gordon Saleh Pasha Kordofan Kassalam Sennaar Patrick Joyce Fenian Brotherhood Brotherhood John Bull England Ireland Prof. Mescroft

Political splinters and electoral notes across states

The Cincinnati Commercial says Ohio spring elections give Republicans little cause for rejoicing while Lambertville New Jersey tilts to Democrats, with most officers won and mayoral vote tied. Reports mention Jersey heifers and Pisa tower discussions, GOP gains in Virginia and Kentucky gambling bill as felonies, and debates over Blaine and Carlisle.

Cincinnati Ohio Lambertville N.J Messrs. Hendricks Wilden Jersey Kentucky Taylor County W. Va Tilden Seth L. Milliken Maine Carlisle Hilary Ballard Chittenden County Blaine Ballard Edmunds Pacific Slope Inter-Ocean House Springfield Harper’s Weekly New York The New York Evening Post

Personal notes from a mid century column

Jefferson Davis to celebrate his seventy six birthday on June 3. Gail Hamilton has gone south for the summer. J P Whipple of Westfield, whip industry head, is gravely ill. William H English of Indiana has arrived in Washington, suggesting walking isn’t so bad. Mrs Breslin of New York owns a $50000 diamond collection. Col Robert G Ingersoll has built a jog house in New Mexico costing $15000 and will move his family there after the Chicago convention. Mr Froude’s health suffers amid Carlyle memorial work. He plans lectures in America and Australia. Eight Hoffenfinger brothers in Berks county total 48 feet 2 inches in height and 1440 pounds weight. they all vote Democratic. Over 48 feet of Jeffersonian democracy in one family.

Jefferson Davis Gail Hamilton J.P. Whipple Westfield William H. English Indiana Washington Philadelphia Press Breslin James H. Breslin Gilsey House New York Robert G. Ingersoll Dorsey Ranch New Mexico Ferge Chicago Froude Carlyle Hoffenfinger Berks County Pennsylvania

New Jersey House Tables Resolution on Morrison Bill

In New Jersey the House of Representatives tabled a resolution urging Congress to defeat the Morrison bill. Across Canada and Mexico: Montreal manufactures set uniform prices and cut production to 600 looms, while the Moulders union in Troy accepts a 20 percent price reduction. Foundries plan immediate restart after a three month deadlock, affecting about 2000 workers. Civil and health notes report 13 yellow fever deaths in Vera Cruz last week, including C. E. Powers, ex railroad worker. the American consul recovered. Montreal river flooding rises, low city areas underwater with four to six feet in St Paul warehouses, and waist-deep water at Bonaventure near Point St Charles.

House of Representatives New Jersey Congress Montreal Troy Vera Cruz Mex C. E. Powers Mexican Central Railroad St. Paul Street Point St. Charles Bonaventure Street

West Virginia Democrats Instructed to Vote for Tilden

Charleston dispatch reports the Democratic state convention on April 16 elected district and at-large delegates to the national convention and instructed them to vote for Tilden.

West Virginia Tilden Charleston W. Va

Salem murder suspect Curtin captured in Gloversville

In Troy on April 16 a man named Curtin, described as an alleged Salem Massachusetts murderer, was captured at Gloversville and sent to Salem. He had previously served ten years in prison after a conviction.

Troy N. Y Curtin Salem, Mass Gloversville Salem

Tariff debate spans Morrill and Georgia voices in Congress

In Washington on April 16, Senator Morrill defended protective tariffs amid Democratic pressure for broad cuts. House debate opened by Mr. Russell of Massachusetts focused on revenue and industry protection, with Georgia and Rhode Island Republicans arguing against sweeping reductions and warning of harm to wages, wheat, and domestic mills. Severe flood damage and transport disruption accompany the session.

Washington Senate Mgr Morrill Beck Kentucky Congress Democratic Party Republican Party America Ohio Tilden Henry B. Payne Vermont House Russell Lawrence Massachusetts Free Trade Club of Brooklyn Protective Party Morrison Mass Manchester Eng India Russia Georgia Blount Europe Rhode Island Chace

Comptroller Knox Defends Mis Management Motives

In Washington April 16 Comptroller Knox replies to a letter from House Banking Committee Chairman Buckner regarding alleged misconduct at Pacific National Bank of Boston. Knox says the shareholders committee lacks signatures and substance, promises examiner reports, and states allegations are motives of malice, not shareholder or creditor interests.

Pacific National Bank George $. Boutwell Wm.a. Paine Knox

Funeral Services for Hon. Charles R. McLean in East Boston

The funeral for Hon. Charles R. McLean was held Wednesday with services at his Meridian Street home conducted by Rev. C. J. White. A public service followed at Maverick Congregational Church. Pallbearers included Nathaniel Wales and S. B. Stebbins among others. Gov. Robinson and many officials attended, with final interment at Woodlawn cemetery. The Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic association held a memorial meeting and postponed further business to a special session next Wednesday.

C. J. White Charles R. McLean East Boston Meridian Street Pawtucket R. I Universalist Church Maverick Congregational Church Central Square Nathaniel Wales Executive Council Mr. Mclean S. B. Stebbins Board of Aldermen Ss. H. Whitten First National Bank George ST. Sampson East Boston Savings Bank Isaac Stebbins First National Bank of Chelsea F. W. Lincoln Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic Association D. M. Webster American Tool Company Nathaniel Seaver Gov. Robinson Amnes Messrs Wiles Charles W. Stack N. J. Bradlee McLean Thomas L. Jenks W. H. Munroe Wo. £. Pwitchett C.J. White Sembert Clioe Chappack Aga En Cock D. M. Babcock Shee Woodlawn EE. M. McPherson D. D. Kelly D. H. Blaney Andrew M. Morton George W. Morse Gem Joseph al. Barnes

Easter reunion of the Catholic Union in Boston

The Catholic Union of the Archdiocese of Boston held a master reunion at Union hall on Wednesday evening with about 150 members and their ladies. A concert featured vocalists Carrie D. Robinson Gertrude Edmunds Louis Pfau and J P Brine. pianists Ca PR Cove eeee Lennon. A fine supper followed supervised by Caterer Tufts. Germania orchestra provided dancing music and committee members included Dr John B Moran John Curtin John J Mc Closkey and P A Dowd.

Catholic Union of Boston Union Hall Carrie D. Robinson Gertrude Edmunds Louis Pfau Ca- PR Cove Eeee Lennon Tufts John B. Moran John Curtin John J. McCloskey P. A. Dowd Abbotsford Hall Charlestown Nora Sullivan Clarry Fernandez Macaroni Fishing Club New Era Hall Irving EK. Jackson John E. Carney William A. Burbank Corps of Aids Pelican Canoe Club Young’s Hotel W. H. North C. C. Osgood B. J. Bowen C. E. Symmes Kennel Club Parker House Squire Maj. Carpenter Gen. Burrell A. EE. Proctor Col Lyman Dike

Dedicatory Exercises At New Dillaway School Boston

The dedicatory exercises for the Dillaway schoolhouse on Kenilworth street Boston High lands occurred Wednesday in the exhibition hall before a full audience. Rev James De Normandie gave the opening invocation. The chorus directed by J B Sharland sang Holy is God the Lord. Mayor Martin and George M Hobbs spoke, followed by Miss Baker the school principal. Charles K Dillaway Edwin P Seaver and John Kneeland addressed attendees. The program ended with the singing Might The Bird Be and remarks by Rev E E Hale Miss Abbie W May and others.

Dillaway Kenilworth Street Boston Highlands James de Normandie J. B. Sharland God the Lord Committee On Public Buildings Martin George M. Hobbs Seventh Division of Schools Rev E. E. Hale, D. D Abbie W. May The State Board of Education

Portland men deny plan for packing company tied to Jones

George Burnham of Burnham Morrill Portland and Julius Wolff of Wolff Reesing New York publicly deny any intention to form a packing company with John Winslow Jones as reported. A three day fair in aid of Maine General Hospital opened at city hall this afternoon under Miss Helen Spring and a large board of assistant managers. Tomorrow is Fast day and business will be suspended.

Portland George Burnham Burnham & Morrill Julius Wolff Wolff & Reesing New York John Winslow Jones Maine General Hospital City Hall Helen Spring Riverside Highlands Brookline Newton Board of Aldermen

Wall collapses kill three in Grand Haven fire aftermath

In Grand Haven Michigan on April 16 a wall of a three story building that survived a March 30 blaze collapsed early today. It crushed a small adjoining frame structure, killing Samuel Affeldt his daughter Emma three years old and Michael Murphy. Four other occupants were rescued badly injured.

Grand Haven Mich Samuel Affeldt Emma Michael Murphy

Penobscot River Freshet Promises Possible Damage

Heavy rain raised water levels in Bangor area rivers and streams. A freshet on the Penobscot may cause damage though details are uncertain.

Bangor Penobscot

Jeannette inquiry hears poison plan and officers clash

In Washington reports seamen Nores and Ninderman and fireman Bartlett testified. Ninderman said Melville spoke of officers poisoning plan for final moments and described a clash where Lieut Danenhower allegedly assaulted Mr Newcomb. Testimony corroborated by others. Bateman & Co. seeks war secretary action against Judge Advocate General Swaim. Senate confirms Charles K. Coon as assistant secretary of the treasury.

Washington Jeannette Nores Ninderman Bartlett Melville Danenhower A. E. Bateman Bateman & Co Secretary of War Swaim Senate Charles K. Coon New York the Treasury

National Academy elects new members and a meteoric fund

Washington April 16 At the National Academy of Sciences session additional council members were elected including Spencer F. Baird Wolcott Gibbs J E Hilyard General Meigs A A Young and S H Scudder Cambridge It was announced Mrs J Lawrence Smith of Louisville widow of Prof J Lawrence Smith donated 8000 the income to fund meteor science investigations The amount was paid to Mrs Smith by Harvard College for her late husband meteor collection.

Washington National Academy of Sciences Spencer F. Baird Wolcott Gibbs Cambridge J. E. Hilyard Gen. Meigs A. A. Young Princeton H. Scudder J. Lawrence Smith Louisville National Academy Academy Smith Harvard College

Directors Meeting Reports Rural and City Cruelty Complaints

At the April directors meeting President Angell announced 129 cruelty complaints handled by Boston agents during the month and 424 by country agents through the state in the quarter. Sixty six animals were involved.

Angell Boston

Justice and mercy in civic ranks noted in city lists

The text records mercy counts reaching 1960 with about 154000 members and 539 new members in Chicago public schools. It notes annual vice presidents including His Excellency the Gav e Apa and the mayor of Boston were elected.

Hands of Mercy Public Schools of Chicago Apa Boston

Wagner Festival Receives Mixed Wagner Concerts Review

The Wagner festival drew crowds with Die Walkure and Parsifal excerpts while matinee attendance lagged. Performers Winkelmann Materna Remmertz and Miss Winant earned praise for vocal work though some numbers felt underpowered. The evening program featured Goetterdaemmerung and Rhine maiden scenes, with audience applause but some early exits.

Rhine Alberich Remmertz Miss Winant Miss Judi Harthegen Herr Scaria Wotan Walhalla Mr. Toedt Loge Kerr Scaria Brunnhilde Frau Materna Locke Haldigung Wagner Bavaria Munich Herr Winkelmann Judas Brangane Herz Winkelmann Mark Kundry Parsifal Herr Winklemann Scaria

Multiple Weddings at City Churches Highlight Weekend

At noon Wednesday at First Baptist Church William Henry Yale of New York married Daisy Humphrey of this city. Rev Crane assisted by Dr Bridgeman, with Austin Bradley of Philadelphia as best man, and ushers Friend Humphrey Fred Kendall O B Bridgeman and C P Williams Jr. of Albany. At Trinity Church Rev Phillip Brooks married Augustus Fabens to Margaret Lawrie of this city with Annie Lawrie as bridesmaid and Louis Fabens as best man, ushers Harry Richards G H Davenport A D Lawrie A E Lawrie George West George Chase. At Maiden Charles B Foster of Malden wed Lizzie L Tirrel of Portland Maine at George L Brown residence Mountain avenue Universalist pastor Rev George F Labbitt officiating.

First Baptist Church William Henry Yale New York Daisy Humphrey Crane Bridgeman Austin Bradley Philadelphia Humphrey Fred Kendall Boston O. B. Bridgeman Phillip Brooks Augustus Fabens Margaret Lawrie Annie Lawrie Louis Fabens Bestman Harry Richards G. H. Davenport A. D. Lawrie A.E. Lawrie George West George Chase Charles B. Foster Malden Lizzie L. Tirre Portland George L. Brown Mountain Avenue Maiden George F. Labbitt The Universalist Church

Inquiry Into William S. White Estate and Funeral Costs

A letter to police commissioners from J E Williams of Prattville Arkansas notes that William S White a carriage maker died at his home on March 3. The letter asks who should receive the deceaseds property and who will cover funeral expenses, mentioning a mother named by two marriages as Grafton Mitchell and a brother Frank living near Boston.

J.E. Williams Prattville Grant County Ark William S. White Grafton Mitchell Frank Boston

Pennsylvania Republicans Endorse Blaine Lincoln Ticket

Pennsylvania state convention adopts platform endorsing James G Blaine for president and Robert T Lincoln for vice president instructing delegates at large to vote for them. Grow criticizes recent Allen town resolutions and urges protective tariffs while urging civil service reform. James McManus and others elected delegates at large. Illinois and other states follow with similar endorsements and nominations.

Harrispure Cooper Waddell S. W. Harley Butler James G. Blaine Robert T.lincoln Harley Mr. Blaine Blaine Lincoln Galusha A. Grow Grow Republican Party Allentown Col. Snowden Committee On Republican Party of Pennsylvania United States Congress Arthur Pennsylvannia Robert T. Lincoln James McManus Lewis Emery Hamilton Disston P. L. Kimberly Wm. J. Jessup J. W. Lee John Leisenring Calvin Wells James Dobson Osborne Illinois Logan Oglesby Proria Dll Jones State Committee Chicago Illnois Rowell Adams County Richard J. Ogiesby J.C. Smith Cook County Senator Cullom Gov. Hamilton Barton E. Cook Clark E. Carr H. D.dement Chas. P. Swigart Jacob Gross George Hunt Committee On Resolutions Collum United States Senate John A. Logan South Carolina Costumbies 8. C E. M. Brayton Internal Revenue District of South Carolina W. N. Taft Charleston Robert Small Samuel Lee J. M. Freeman E. A. Webster Harris Simkins S. E. Smith E. F. Blodgett R. E. Boone Wilson Cook C. M. Wilder C. C. McCoy E. N. Debble E. H. Deas D. T. Corbin W. H. Thompson T. J. Johnson Gen. A.S. Grant Alabama Montgomery Ala Catlettsburg

New England News Roundup From Oron and Nearby Areas

Commencement week at Oron runs June 19 to 26. Machias votes to revert to local time. Saco mayor tours town on a street sweeper to test operation. Portsmouth cavalry guests of Portland High cadets. Eddie Batson, missing Portland boy, found safe after a Boston trip. Ogdensburg loan bids open in Portland, $250,000 awarded to Maine Savings Bank at premium. Knights Templars visit. Gov Robie welcomed. Apples sold to England from Kennebec county. Hannah Casey cured after carriage accident and revival. Acquittal of ex Deacon Bangs widely praised in Augusta. Numerous new companies chartered with over $4 million capital. Blake wins $500 suit against manufacturers. case to law court. Rhode Island notes on buckshot incident and mill sale. Suspended animation scare in Central Falls. death and revival of Mary Ann Schofield. Neilson vs Brown alienation case ends in mistrial. Providence burglary ring uncovered in Warwick and Providence. Harkness Mathewson led the raid targeting summer cottages.

Oron Machias Saco Portsmouth Cavalry Portland Eddie Batson Boston Ogdensburg Maine Savings Bank Portland Commandry of Knights Templars Bangs Gov. Robie A.C. Carr England Maine Josiah H. Bangs Augusta Harlow Lubricating Company Indurated Fibre Company Blake Law Court Central Falls Mary Ann Schofield Nils Neilson Welcome Brown Providence Neilson Warwick Buttonwoods New Village Harkness Mathewson Warwick Plains

Light sugar crop and local thefts in New Hampshire

The Plymouth sugar crop is reported unusually light. Burglars stole a gold watch two rings and $10 from Charles W. Young in Exeter and over $100 from Herbert F. Dunn’s grocery safe. Alumni fundraising for St Pauls memorial to Prof A M Swift. 22-year-old Herbert Nolton alias Frank H Holton arrested after robbing H Webster house, pled guilty, jailed. J H Baird rape case postponed to next Tuesday in Littleton. Baird hung in effigy on Main Street Lancaster.

Plymouth Charles W. Young Exeter Herbert F. Dunn St. Paul’s School Concord St. Pauls School A. M. Swift Rome Herbert Nolton Frank H. Holton H. Webster Wentworth Osgood Jet Hebron Maine J. H. Baird Phelps Littleton Grafton County Court Baird Main Street Lancaster

Ground broken for Baptist church at Putney and other Vermont items

Ground broken for a new Baptist church in Putney. Benj Barret and son bought Waterbury hotel for 13000 dollars. Albert Sowles resigns as president of Union National Bank of Swanton. St Pauls church Burlington raised over 1100 on Easter. The late A W Allen estate divided. public documents arrived in Burlington from Washington. Brattleboro forms cattle ranching company for Nebraska. operations begin. A mill accident near Plainfield beheads a worker. another man Edward Knox dies in Burlington while shackling cars. Rutland to host four day May musical festival with Germania orchestra and conductors. Beethoven Fifth, Elijah, Fair Ellen, and a local mass performed. St Albans bankers discuss starting a private bank. Mead Kimball sells Red Polled herd to Elwood Murray. calf sells for 300 dollars, two-year-old heifers 500. Knights of Honor hold sixth annual session in Middlebury with officers elected. Banquet at Addison House and concert at new Town Hall. Next grand lodge meeting in Windsor April 4, 1885.

A. W. Allen Burlington Washington Brattleboro Nebraska Long Plainfield Edward Knox Burlington and Lamoille Rutland Germania Orchestra Boston Carl Zerrabn Elijah Max Bruch Fair Ellen George A. Mietzke St. Albans Col. Gilmore Stanbridge P. Q Mead & Kimball West Randolph Elwood & Murray Maquoketa Ohio Wisconsin Grand Lodge Knights of Honor Middlebury G. W.tilden Barre O. B. Boyce G. R. Crosby St. Johnsbury G. H. Burch Bennington A. L. Pease Hartford W. A. Briggs Mont

Multiple New England Local News Briefs Mixed in One Report

A Pittsfield dealer reports 2k bicycles sold this spring while North Adams line discussions with Bennington stall. Chicopee offers 18 applicants for two police posts and a keeper for West Springfield ridge. North Adams man Robert O Hearn, 24, found dead in Charles Fieges barn, suspected smothering. Egremont man J K Van Bramer arrests for arson at Mark Kilburn’s sawmill, bail set at 2000. Joséph King drowned at Russell identified in Mil toneaque then sent to Russell. Frank H Gilman of Haverhill injured by engine on B and M rails at Bradford, may die. Crescent mill at Fall River restarts after 10 weeks. 4 spinners and 25 weavers back, 150 looms running. Springfield Milk Producers buy milk depot at Stockbridge and Willow streets, operation May 1. 700 cows supply pledged. North Adams treasurer Ingalls opposes liquor bond laws, wants licenses decided by selectmen. Ellen O Brient missing, later found insane and identified at Peter Fisher’s North Easton home.

Chicopee West Springfield Robert O’hearn North Adams Charles Fieges J. KK. van Bramer Egremont Pease Mark Kilburn Crescent Fall River Milk Producers’ Association Springfield Stockbridge Willow Streets Agawam Long Meadow Ingalls Ellen O’brient Peter Fisher North Easton

Drowning Death Found in Quinebang River

James Killian of Kilinglys was missing since February 25 and was found drowned in the Quinebang river. Other items note a Meriden widow’s suicide, a Hartford court case, a New Haven jewelry theft arrest, and local social notes including a Roman Catholic ordination in New Haven with Bishop McMahon presiding.

James Killian Kilinglys Quinebang Anna Barbara Mounch Meriden Jerry Corrigan New York and New England Union City Hartford William H. Dart George H. Ford New Haven Dart Plainville Oneida Wallingford G. W. Hall St. Patrick’s Church Charles Edward McGowan McMahon

Multiple Groups Elect Officers At Annual Meetings

At ward 23s school suffrage association annual meeting officers were chosen including President Mrs E D Cheney and several vice presidents. The First Church on Marlboro street elected a standing committee led by Samuel L Abbott with George O Shattuck as moderator. Children and Infants Home association reported finances and current membership and discussed a new building. Mercantile Library association also elected officers led by Everett W Burdett. The Grand Division Sons of Temperance noted 110 divisions and 61 000 members with a $1206 15 surplus. The Granite State and Democratic tariff reform notes followed, plus local obituaries, marriages, and civic updates.

School Suffrage Association Ward 23 E. D. Cheney James Freeman Clarke Keller Emma G. Fisher Mary S. North Susan Carey F. E. Dwight S. EB. B. Channing Partridge Peterson Green L. Colburn Weston Blackmore Thomas G. Frothingham Francis Thompson Mary D. Balfour John B. Wilson Star Wlsw M. Day Horatio Wellington Board of Managers Joseph Caldwell Herbert Curtis N. McFarland C. R. Gassett C. E. Daniels Francis Childs J. G. Dearborn Charles James John Stowell H. Myers J. Bolster A. A. Rand Nathan Crowell J. Frederick Rogers Jonathan A. Lane Sons of Temperance Wells Memorial Hall

Lost Boy Found A Fatal Fall Crimes and Accidents

A Boston area notice summarizes multiple crimes and accidents. Louis Davenport, 14, killed by a fall at No 14 South Street, Cambridgeport, died en route to a physician. his body to his home at No 3 Spring Street. Other items include a 13 year old wanderer returned to Dorchester parents, two Worcester men arrested for illegal pension fees, a decomposed unknown man found at Long Wharf morgue, and several thefts and assaults across Roxbury South Boston and Bennett Place.

Louis Davenport National Color Printing Company South Street Spring Street Cambridgeport Alexander Fredericks Henry C. Fredericks Clapp Street Dorchester Arlington Wiliam Breed Frederick E. Abbott Worcester Mass Francis M. Durand Princeton Edgar M. Durand Long Wharf Levi Brigham Charles H. Ward Fowler Bennett Place Jennie Kirby Montgomery Street Ninth Division Nellie E. Good Dennis Joseph McManimen Hunneman Street Catherine City Hospital Solomon Sanborn Bartlett Street Roxbury Walter R. Meins East Broadway Boston

Fire damages multiple Brockton area buildings

Brief reports from Bridgewater Carlisle and Philadelphia describe morning and evening fires. Masonic building owned by Fellowship lodge in Bridgewater sustained partial destruction with 1500 dollar loss and 4000 dollar insurance. T W Crocker store damage 6000 dollars insured 8000. Masonic apartment slightly damaged. Carlisle Kentucky fire destroyed a block housing Adair Simms Campbell Peale Chappel Beck and Mrs McCracken with about 6500 dollar loss. Philadelphia wood and brick building occupied by several firms burned with 39000 dollar loss.

Brockton Mass Bridgewater Masonic Fellowship Lodge T. W. Crocker Asaury Goods and Carlisle P. 5S Adair, Simms & Campbell Peale & Chappel Eg & Beck

Mount Desert branch trains to Bar Harbor set for summer schedule

President Jackson and Maine Central officials tour the Mount Desert branch finding it in excellent condition. Summer schedule plans: Boston to Bar Harbor departures at 9 A M and 7 P M with Portland connections. return trips with 6 A M or 12 Noon departures. Night service to Boston includes 10 P M arrival from Portland and bed and chair cars on all trains. Express Portland to Bar Harbor takes about six hours. Eight passenger cars and two baggage mail cars to be added for the season.

Jackson Tucker Maine Central Mount Desert Maine Central Road Boston Portland Bar Harbor Bar Harbor Ferry

Opposition to Morrison Opens Tariff Debate in House

Judge Kelley led the attack as Morrison and Kelley defined the tariff dispute. The opposition, within Morrison's party, followed Kelley’s absurdities, and the debate appeared to end with the bill likely killed or amended beyond recognition, with the case to the country.

Labor Troubles at Varney’s Shoe Factory

The Lynn edge maker’s union strikes at G. W. Varney’s shoe manufactory. Varney refuses to hire union men and will pay old wages to new workers. He says he will not be dictated to and can run his business in his own way.

G. W. Varney Lynn Mr. Varney

Railroad petition seeks Newton bridge to Riverside area

The Boston and Albany railroad filed a petition with Newton City Clerk requesting permission to build a road from Riverside to Newton Highlands. The line would connect with the Brookline branch and with the southern Newton district, a development claimed to be a great benefit to the city.

Boston and Albany Railroad Newton Riverside Newton Highlands Brookline

Executive Council Honors Death Of Hon. Charles R McLean

The executive council met at 11 Wednesday to attend the funeral of Hon. Charles R. McLean a council member. A committee was formed to draft resolutions praising his courtesy integrity and sage counsel. The resolutions were adopted by a rising vote and copies sent to his family. The Amero case received a further hearing with testimony suggesting possible innocence.

Charles R. McLean Gov. Robinson Bourne Maguire and Hall Executive Council Charlies R. McLean Commonwealth Maguire Lilley Guy. Robinson Amero Committee On Claims William B. Gale Jones Digby N. S Cambridge Gale Jie Sherman

Bostons Demoralize Amhersts Twenty Huns in One Inning

The Bostons rout the Amhersts as twelve earned runs come in the third inning after the Amhersts catcher injures a finger early. Crowley hits a home run as Boston builds a huge lead. Whitney and Harris pitch for the Bostons while Sullivan starts for Amhersts. The day ends with multiple other scores across Holyoke Philadelphia Trenton New Haven and New York matchups.

Bostons Amhersts Barrett Boston ABS Ie Tee Pol Morning Suumor Williesceens Burdock Whitney, Die Sscaes Mori L Dis Desa Irving OR Eee Psc Aeeee I Crowley, C. Fvscecss Biopiapes Ume Ss Ce Hackett, C.ci Ccs Totah Coco AVION Bono Cones Kimball TP Occas Sullivan, P I Gardner I Bugsam Crowley Whitney Harris Stuart Wheeler New State Association Lynn Brown University Beacons Boston Unions Philadelphia Champontine Keystones Lew Brown Bend Russell Ryan Holyoke Holyokes Willistons Philadelphias Athletics

Parade Postponed by Boston Coaching Club Opening Day

Several prominent members unable to attend the Boston Coaching Club parade prompt postponement. In Boston events include Hamilton A Hill speaking on Boston's Trade and Commerce, Eliot church chocolatiere in Kenilworth, and lectures at Tremont Temple and Beacon Street parlors. The 109th Lexington and Concord battle anniversary will be observed at Old South by Rev Edward Porter with a public school audience.

Boston Coaching Club American Statistical Association Hamilton A. Hill Boston Eliot Church Kenilworth Street Howard University Cambridge Joseph Cook Beacon Street Cushing Bells D. D John E. Russell State Board of Agriculture Tremont Temple Avon Street Lexington and Concord Old South Meeting House Edward G. Porter Lexington Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company Old Guard New York John Duckson Braford England

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