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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1883
Page
1
The report blends veto standings for Butler and Cleve lind, base hits by Butler, and a string of political and legal notes. It notes a denials about a staged Lions bridge event, mentions Lord Beaconsfield memorials, execution captions, and Marching indictments against Kellogg and Brady. The piece mocks political credulity and ends with a proverb about the mills of the gods.
M Leon Say pressed the need for France to find new trade outlets at a Lyons Political Economy Society banquet. He argued that free access to foreign markets will replace protection, noting England as a free trade contrast and France as a nation must rely on government bounties to push goods abroad. He cited shifts away from Thiers era trade views toward sounder policies.
Carter Harrison voices support for revenue reform yet opposes its enforcement. He and the democratic trimmers led 1880s forces to a disastrous defeat. Col Vilas of Wisconsin condemns tariffs as protective robbery and urges a swift, unwavering push for tax revenue to stay with earners.
A historical letter parodies Mr Blaine and Mr Conkling with witty excess and satire. It notes Theodore Tilton's satire linking Winter Davis’s mantle to a New York member, who responds with grandiose strut and pompous bearing, inviting divine forgiveness for the jocose portrayal.
Washington April 18. The grand jury returned indictments against William Pitt Kellogg former senator and Thomas J. Brady ex Second Assistant Postmaster General concerning five $1500 drafts tied to mail service via San Antonio to Corpus Christi and Monroe to Shreveport. Price sought expedition and Kellogg approved amid payments to Walsh and Brady, with drafts collected as they matured. Civil service reforms face scrutiny as Alabamas claims judgments are outlined and postmaster general Gresham reviews Mississippi appointments.
Special Despatch to the Boston Post reports Inspector Murray and his men raided seven policy shops this afternoon. Owners or managers were arrested as detectives bought slips to secure evidence. Eight prisoners were taken to police headquarters with a mass of paraphernalia. Evening raids on gambling houses found most furnishings removed. a few sites showed minimal traces of gambling activity. Inspector Byrnes vows continued action until gamblers are cleared from the city, promising no games tonight.
The New York and Brooklyn bridge committee has fixed the date for the formal opening. The sub-committee assigned the task of handling the arrangement has named Thursday May 24 for the ceremony.
Special correspondence reports the 18th annual meeting of the New Hampshire Methodist Episcopal conference in Concord with Bishop Simpson presiding. It notes aging and changed membership since 1361, low salaries averaging 560 dollars, and only a few stations paying over 1,000. Membership stands at 12,100 with 13,500 Sunday school scholars and church property valued at 8041,900. Distinguished veterans and recent gains at Manchester and other sites frame the current state of the conference.
Reports from Boston and vicinity detail several brush fires on Wednesday. Incidents include a Minot estate fire on Bourne Street West Roxbury with no damage, a Mattapan blaze on Blue Hill Avenue with no damage, and a false alarm at 640 PM. A Roxbury tire fire at 4 Myrtle Place caused heavy wetting of furniture. damage about 500 dollars. Insured values noted for Bowditch property and Ham furniture. Also fires in French's woods Roxbury with no damage, and separate distant fires in Winterport Oakville and Atlanta with thousands in losses.
In New Haven Judge Beardsley sent jurors back after a first verdict for the defense in a $10,000 damages suit by Mrs Adella Curran against William M Fay for her husband’s death. The second panel awarded $50 plus costs after Fay was previously acquitted of murder.
The investigating committee finds Keeper Fred Busch guilty of reckless mismanagement causing waste of 850,000 of public funds. The board adopts the report and asks the district attorney to present the case to the grand jury amid strong local indignation.
In Hanttrorp Connecticut on April 18 the house rejected the bill from the committee granting a special charter to the Hartford and Tiarlem road. A second bill allowing Hartford and Harlen to alter its route under the general railroad law and run through New Britain was passed.
A dated dispatch items include Ellen Carroll dying after a husband shooting in Baltimore, county votes on licensing in Nhuois, Alma Jackson arrested in Saris Ohio for murdering her child, James Treglown hanged in Morristown for a June murder, steamer Bransford wreck near Memphis, a flood in Yulimilica Mexico, Rev. J Comstock jailed at Leavenworth for assaulting a teenage girl, Chicago tobacco dealers boycotting Lorillard, a prospecting chase near Ubatace Calabasas, Hannibal Missouri house shooting and arrests, a jury dispute over Jonathan P Cooper will resolved with $35,000 cash and estate transfers to Emmitt A. Borden of Asbury Park.
The trial resumes as Daniel Curley faces defence for alibi claims while James Carey and Peter Hanlon test the timing of Curley’s alleged presence in Phoenix Park. The jury finds Curley guilty. he is sentenced to hang after denouncing witnesses as perjurers and asserting Fenian ties. Also reported are Posner Hodges temperance figures and grand division officers elected at Amesbury.
In the Commons last night a motion for local tax reform failed 217 to 229, with government moving an amendment delaying reform amid broader local government review. The News notes France may blockade Chinese ports if war with China arises. Emperor William’s Reichstag message stirs unease about working-class legislation and possible military plans in France. At Epsom Roseberry's Roysterer won the City and Suburban Handicap, with Lowittull Chief second and Sweet Bread third. Stamford Stakes at York saw Siward prevail, Moonstone second, Lenentine third. Berlin reports liberals abandoning an address to the emperor as conservatives prepare the 1884-85 budget. Odessa dispatch: ten jailed South Russian federation nihilists petition for sentence mercy. Liverpool reports Eugene Kingston, linked to Phenix Park murders, arrested and en route to Dublin. Fire at Kazan Ivanoshkoi destroys 500 dwellings and much property. Berlin cabinet remains against restraining religious celebrations. A box of explosives found near Salisbury cathedral. McNulty released in Wakefield. Lord O'Neill dead.
Joint Committee on the Judiciary submits a report on governor and council powers to investigate abuses in public administration. It covers which state officers are removable, additional powers proposed, and a bill to enforce witness attendance before tribunals. It also details a separate bill governing state institutions and removals with hearings, charges, and vacancies.
The naval board of inspection visits the yard to review old vessels in the rotten row slated for sale. Members include Commander H. E. Howisen and Liest. Arthur P. Naitro with naval constructors E. Hartt and Thomas E. Webb. Temporary duty shifts assign Hanscom to construction and C. H. Baker to the engineer's department during absence.
The grand division of the Sons of Temperance of Massachusetts convenes in the People's church on Columbus Avenue. Rev Alfred Noon presides as grand Worthy Patriarch reports the year's gains in wealth, divisions, and good will, calling the rebound since last April almost phenomenal.
A witness named Matty Eva Bowen testified before the committee on public charitable institutions about alleged mistreatment at Tewksbury almshouse. She described poor water, harmful bathing practices, rat-filled buildings, and overlooked deaths, while detailing her own troubled past and the ongoing political debate over witness anonymity and motive. The hearing drew sharp exchanges between Gov. Butler and Mr. Brown, with the chairman cautioning improper remarks as the session adjourned to continue the next morning.
A 63-piece modern painting collection hung at Leonard & Co under Mr East man Chase draws attention for fine works. Highlights include Dupre sunset, Schreyer early work, Corot Spring Morning, a faithful dog study, Mesdag gray marine, Ziem Venetian piece, Van Marcke reclining cows, Albano early school examples, plus works by Mase Liste Albin Diaz strong ChiMart Vollon Richet Vernon Palmuaroli Trouilfebert Douxette Huguet Tamburini Wellequist and others. The collection will be sold at auction Saturday afternoon.
Samuel Massey of East Bridgewater reports to police a $150 cash robbery at Old Colony depot. A. F. Hovey Co. buys velvet. silk slipped into a paver box. Henry Lee arrested. linked to prior robberies and a three year sentence. Daniel White dies at 46 in Roxbury. Jamaica Plain quarry accident injures Arthur Cavvenah fatally. John McNeil burned. Michiel Dennon falls overboard near Chelsea wharf and is rescued.
At the quarterly meeting James EB Hooner Edward Jones George Hazen Colby and others were admitted to membership. Augustus Lowell was voted an honorary member. A motion criticized the hall donation for a prize fighter and the record opposed such exhibitions. A statue to Paul Revere was approved for government consideration. Lectures by members were referred to a committee with full power.
A fragment lists matchups and team codes across leagues with entries for Pale at New Haven and New York, and references to Metropolitans Indianapolis and National boards. Details are incomplete but indicate cross league pairings among Pale, Metropolitans, Indianapolis, and National with numbers 3 to 5.
Gen Luther Stephenson new Wibager of the Soldiers home at logus is praised as well suited for the post. The article notes past political bans on similar figures and predicts more democrats on Uncle Sunes pry roll as politics shift. President Arthur leaves St Augustine for Savannah with brief stay and no fishing. Patrick Egan denies permanent move to America and plans westward travel after Philadelphia convention to assess flour mill interests.
In the afternoon session the Massachusetts House reported on education and fire marshal references, debated evening-school reforms, and moved to third reading a Hing ham millpond bill. The finance panel defended the appropriations bill amid governor objections, while several amendments sought broader holiday and liquor provisions.
Cape Elizabeth sues Charles P. Jortun for alleged tax theft of 85000. Penobscot mills run next week with 400000 feet of logs on hand. A5 Rewlail to run Mount Washington railway engine on Green Mountain line until trained. Ware the horse thief in Augusta admits many cases, aiding owners like Columbus Burrill and Albert Low to recover horses. Manchester Mass man identifies stolen horse Slaat. Portland exports show winter activity around 5300000, rising to 6040000 next week. six months total around 50 million. Hearing on serial constable petitions in Jacqueben County adjourned to April 30 with no decision. Maine insane hospital trustees confirm Dr T. Sanborn as superintendent. he has 15 years service, five as assistant physician and superintendent.
The text notes Maessiel Colley, a farmer from Th, and mentions a payroll figure of $181,000 for the Amoekeag company in Manchester. The fragmentary item suggests a payroll summary tied to a business location and a named individual.
The Bieschants National Bank of Saint Johnsbury seeks a capital rise of 100000 dollars. The Vermont Congregational Churches meet at Newport on June 12. Sisters of Notre Dame begun a convent at Saint Johnsbury with a 220000 dollar project and a school of 250 pupils. Judge Redfield presides as Gadapee vs Gile abduction case launches with four-day schedule. two related cases to be heard. Northern Vermont’s swollen streams block lowland roads. Dr. O B Gould of Coventry reported rising waters forcing retreat to higher ground between Coventry and Newport last week.
At a special joint convention of Slaverhill city council Tuesday evening George D. Ayer was elected tax collector. The Holyoke Water Power Company plans an addition to Seymour Cutlery Company's mill in Holyoke. Haverhill junior class planted its class tree on Wednesday morning. Elihu Williams of Great Barrington Mass died Saturday April 4 aged 74, formerly in Newton Corner shoe business before moving to Great Barrington. Chief Justice Morton ruled in Northampton on a habeas corpus case involving Several prisoners. Barrett arraigned for murder in North Adams and remanded without bail. Savage died forgiving Barrett on his deathbed. Gloucester aldermen granted licenses for the first time in city history, 45 issued first batch, 7 more applications pending, with rule to stop accepting after May 1. Ellen Hallasey found dead in Taunton, foul play suspected but autopsy cites suffocation from a fall and basin impact.
In Newport the municipal election on Tuesday re elected Mayor Robert 8 Franklin a Republican by a 241 vote margin with Franklin garnering 139 votes to Democrat Slocum Gos ballots not fully legible in the remaining tally.
A count alleged to be bogus has been arrested in Beidgenort on forgery charges. Authorities say the suspect used false identity documents and attempted to obtain funds, with investigators gathering evidence at the county jail.
Jordan Marsh & Co reports record breaking turnout as wholesale stock goes to retail counters. Monday and Tuesday saw packed aisles, with Wednesday bringing the largest crowd yet. Sales neared last year’s Christmas peak, prompting heavy clerk effort and outside delivery help. An Old Colony excursion is planned to lure suburban shoppers.
A Wednesday evening gathering at the residence of Edward A. Kenney, superintendent of Boston Beer, hosted by about fifty employees and their wives. Edward T. Roche presented a crayon portrait by Carl Astrom, and a basket of towels from Galvin Bros. was gifted to Mrs. Kenney. The event featured a sumptuous repast, singing, games, and speeches before departure.
The executive council confirmed John K. Tarbox for Insurance Commissioner and Joseph H. Beeson for Railroad Commissioner. John Reardon tended the state house lawn and flower beds, clipping the grass for the first time this spring as crocuses and hyacinths bloom beautifully.
Boston Democrats report on ward 1 case and ward 2, 3, 4 precincts, with 147 ballots examined. Two fraudulent ballots found, two delegates admitted, caucus to elect delegates at large proposed, permanent officers chosen with Conniff as president and Galvin Merritt, O'Brien, Marley as officers. Adjourned 10:30.
Opening at Cushawuks on Wednesday showcases a new extension running to West street devoted to millinery with bright light from sky windows. Right side offers ladies and children's underwear with silk caps for babies, long robes, corsets, skirts, and a full stock of undergarments.
Private Dalzell writes to the Chicago Times claiming Garfield’s death marks a turning point for Ohio politics. He argues Republicans lost unity after Guiteau’s assassination and predicts a fall political season in 1883 with ongoing party divisions.
The Mercantile Library Association held its annual meeting at 74 Tremont street. Officers elected were Everett W. Burdett as president Henry P. Stanwood as vice president William Sanford Stevens as secretary Andrew Fearing Jr. as treasurer and directors Solomon Carter Charles J. Prescott John H. Payne Henry Staunton James F. Bliss Arthur A. Hutchings Edward J. Hathorne and William H. Parmenter with Charles R. Batt named trustee for five years. The treasurer reported the association in excellent financial condition and the president thanked retiring officers.
In the Supreme Judicial Court on Wednesday Justice presiding heard Frances Philips tal versus Lucien Newhall. Petition for partition of real estate at Ocean and Malant streets, claimed by petitioners through the daughter of Richard Hood who died intestate in 1787. The daughter reportedly married in British provinces before the father's death. case one of the oldest on record, tried for over fifty years. Also reported is the South Middlesex Medical Society annual meeting in Waterton with officers elected for the year and an essay on Olea Age and Its Causes.
Mr W H Sherwood, praised pianist, delivered a testimonial concert in Heston last evening. The program featured several of his original works and selections from Schumann, Schubert, Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Rubens?tein, Wagner. The event drew a large audience and received high commendation for interpretation and presentation.
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