Boston Notice to Contractors for Paving Gravel 1888
City of Boston invites sealed proposals for supplying screened paving gravel for 1888. Bids due April 26 1888 at 12 noon, to be opened publicly. Districts A B O and D define service areas with districts covering South Boston Roxbury Dorchester. Bid terms require price per single and double load 20 and 38 cubic feet, signed proposals, $500 certified check, and performance bonds. Right to reject bids reserved. Address to John W McDonald Superintendent of Streets.
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Congress Debates Copyright Bill and River and Harbor Measures
In Washington on April 23 Senator Chace opened the copyright bill with a speech praising the broad support from allied interests. Senator Hiscock urged its passage while two amendments to exclude Littell interests by denying copyright to periodicals faced likely rejection. The river and harbor bill dominated House discussion with multiple amendments to boost funding, and Captain Boutelle of Maine criticized certain appropriations benefiting Texas.
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Senate debate on land grants and international copyright bill
In Washington on April 23 the Senate weighed a railroad land forfeiture bill amid protests over impacts on Michigan homesteaders, and considered an international copyright proposal to protect foreign authors and artists. Amendments proposed by Morrill and Vance sparked debate before the bill was laid aside for tomorrow.
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Gladstone's Name Hissed At New York St George's Dinner
At Delmonico's English St George's Day dinner in New York, 102d celebration grows tense. Goldwin Smith attacks Home Rule, Depew backs Irish, hisses greet Gladstone, Depew protests Smith, and a Shakspeare toast closes the event.
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St. George's Day
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Pension Bill for General Ricketts Widow Passes House
Washington April 23 The Senate bill granting a $100 monthly pension to the widow of General James B Ricketts was amended to $75 and passed after discussion. Introduced measures directed fur seal investigations Behring Sea rights against Union Pacific and seven revenue cutter vessels were proposed as well as a Boston cutter. The House then adjourned at 5 15 after a brief committee session on river and harbor matters.
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Call of States
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Iowa
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Old Guard of New York Invited to Boston Celebration
At a Faneuil Hall meeting the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company voted to invite the Old Guard of New York to participate in the 250th anniversary celebration. The two commands enjoy cordial relations, with recent visits alternating between New York and Boston.
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Man Struck by Train Near Porter's Station
James Powers was struck by a 3:20 express train while walking along the Witchburg railroad near Porter's Station North Cambridge yesterday afternoon. He sustained severe injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
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Obituary for Joseph T. Brown eldest Boston druggist
Joseph T. Brown died after a brief illness at his Jamaica Plain home. Born in Little Compton R I seventy eight years ago he built a long career as a druggist in Boston starting in 1831 at Bedford and Washington streets. He served as surgeon in Heston Light Infantry Veteran Corps and belonged to Suffolk Lodge Odd Fellows. Survived by wife Miss Church and son Joseph T. Brown Jr a daughter. Funeral Wednesday at 2 PM from his residence.
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Ex-Lieutenant-Governor Julius Catlin Dies in Hartford
Julius Catlin former Connecticut Lieutenant Governor 1858 to 1860 dies at his Hartford home in his 90th year. He was a leading dry goods merchant and investor with property in real estate. His wife died recently. his son Julius Catlin Jr. is in New York, another son Charles lives west, a daughter was married to Benjamin K. Phelps. Also note the death of Dr Edward G Loring in New York aged about 47.
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Mrs Winslow’s School for Acting Attracts Attention
Mrs Erving Winslow’s School for Acting has grown quickly and may seek a small theatre by next season. A writer notes her method relies on personal magnetism and example rather than excessive drilling, likely turning away many pupils but nurturing serious talent for public appearances with Daly’s company showing possible future prospects.
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Erving Winslow
Clergymen From City Sail to Halifax for Bishop Consecration
A party of clergymen and others left the city yesterday for Halifax Nova Scotia to attend the consecration ceremonies for Rt Rev Frederick Courtney as lord bishop of Nova Scotia. Notables include Rev Dr Phillips Brooks Rev G B Converse Rev Dean Gray Rev Dr Shinn Rev D Hutchins Rev L Storrs Rev R Smith Rev Dr Farris Rev H Gray Rev H Moliet and Rev J Bevington. The bishop of Maine will join in Portland.
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Frederick Courtney
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St. Paul’s Church
H. Gray
H. Moliet
Church of the Holy Communion
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Wareham
Gleason’s Delivery Puzzles Phillies in 12 Innings Tie
Boston defeats Philadelphia as Gleason allows three hits and Morrill drives in the decisive run. Washingtons and New Yorks battle to a 12 inning draw, O Day and Welch duel in a sharp pitching contest. Indianapolis and Chicago win in closely fought games. Pittsburgh and Detroit edge in a high scoring affair.
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Indianapolis
Duffy’s Formula Malt Whiskey Ad
An old advertisement touts Duffy’s Malt Whiskey as a tonic and blood maker. It claims to cure early consumption, build tissue, increase strength, add vitality, improve facial color, and stimulate appetite, offering delivery from Rochester, New York, for one dollar.
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Prize Scores From Early City Matches
In several matchups the Lowell-Lowells edged Stonehams 26 to 7 while Manchester-Troys led Manchesters 7 to 4. Anndover-Bowdoins defeated Phillips 14 to 3 and Baltimore-Baltimores beat Brooklyn 11 to 7. Philadelphia-Atletics triumphed over Clevelands 28 to 7. St Louis-St. Lous won 3 to 2 against Cincinnatis, Kansas City-Kansas Citys led Louisvilles 15 to 0, and Providence-Browns defeated Trinitys 10 to 5. Lynn-Lynnns beat Hamiltons 7 to 3.
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Solid for Blaine delegates named at Portland
Portland Me April 23 delegates at large to the State convention chosen today Mayor C J Chapman Whitman Sawyer Richard K Gatley Horace H Shaw and Herbert G Briggs chairman of city committee No instructions were given but all are Blaine men
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Sprcau
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C. J. Chapman
Whitman Sawyer
Richard K. Gatley
Horace H. Shaw
Herbert G. Briggs
Blaine
Reverend Gould misdescribed in Post as white
The Rev Theodore Gould of Charles Street AME Church is not white. The Post misidentified him yesterday, and his appearance lacks many typical black ethnic traits, revealing a mistaken description by the writer.
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African Methodist Episcopal Church
Notice to Contractors for Boston Beach Gravel 1888
Ten contractors are invited to bid by Thursday April 26 1838 at 12 o clock noon to supply seawashed gravel for the City of Boston. The gravel must be earth and stone free and satisfactory to the Superintendent of Streets and delivered as directed at designated wharves and times during 1888. Each bidder must meet the specs and submit bids for the required quantities.
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Boston Navy Yard
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U. S. Navy
Executor's Sale of Wheeler Farm and Homestead Estate in Framingham
Auctioneer John Clark presides over an executor's sale on April 25 1888 at 10 am offering the Wheeler homestead estate on a street opposite Memorial Hall with about 10 acres and a 15 room house plus a windmill water system, then at 10 30 am the adjoining 60 acre milk and stock farm. The farm features two story house, large barn, two wells, two miles from Sudbury River, and potential split into two lots. Terms require 500 dollars down at each sale, balance cash in ten days, or 60 percent mortgage for five years at 6 percent. sale is positive with no reserve.
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Memorial Hall
State Normal
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State Normal School
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Allee Farm
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Worcester
Lowell
Fitchburg
For Sale: 10-Room House on High Land in Desirable Area
On Saturday April 28, 1888 at 3 PM the premises will be offered. The house has 10 rooms finished in hardwood, free clearer ceilings, modern conveniences, and 1942 square feet of land. Located on high land in a pleasant desirable area. Minimum bid or cash required $506 at sale.
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Elm Streets
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Cambridge Street
Washington and
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