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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 24, 1888

Page

2

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.

Boston John W. McDonald Perrein U. S P.O Mass Maia Spanton Engineers U.S.A D. P. Meap U.S. A

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.

Washington Chace Senate Hiscock House Boutelle Maine Texas

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.

Washington Chace District of Columbia Stewart House Paris Sherman Evarts Brown Senate Stockbridge Palmer Mr. Dawes Michigan Canal Company Dawes Massachusetts Congress United States Morrill Vance

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.

New York St. George's Day St. George’s Day Delmonico’s Goldwin Smith Toronto Chauncey M. Depew Mr. Depew Gladstone England United States Old England Shakspere John Bright Gladstone.Hisses

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.

Washington Senate James B. Ricketts Call of States Dunn Arkansas Committee On Merchant Marine and Fisheries Alaska United States Behring Sea Anderson Iowa Union Pacific Railroad Company Long Masssachusetts Collins Massachusetts Boston Harbor Hill

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.

OLD Guard OF New York Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company Faneuil Hall Boston

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.

Witchburg Porter’s Station North Cambridge James Powers

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.

Joseph T. Brown Boston Jamaica Plain Mr. Brown Little Compton R. I Bedford Washington Streets Brown Heston Light Infantry Veteran Corps Trull D. W. Warco Suffolk Lodge of Odd Fellows Joseph T. Brown & Co Joseph T. Brown, Jr Charles H. Bassett Church

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.

Julius Catlin Connecticut Hartford Lydia Huntley Sigourney Watch Hill Julius Catlin, Jr New York Charles Catlin West Benjamin K. Phelps New York City Edward G. Loring

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.

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.

Halifax Frederick Courtney Nova Scotia Phillips Brooks Trinity Church L. Storrs Brookline R. ©. Smith Beverly Farris St. Paul’s Church H. Gray H. Moliet Church of the Holy Communion New York Maine Portland J. Bevington 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.

Gleason New Yorks Washingtons Philadelphia Penn Boston Phillies Young Gleason Kelly Clements Nash Morrill Bostonians Irwin Bastian Bostons Philadelphias PO. A. EF. R Farrar Johnston Brown Mulvey Wise Daniels Dom Washington Welch O'Day Hank Giants Ewing O'Brien R. BH Wilmot Gore Hoy O/ Tiernan O/Connor O’brien O Ewing Donnelly Tiernan Connor Daily Myers Hatcheld Richardson Foster O'Rourke Deasley Lynch 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.

Duffy Duffy Malt Whiskey Co Rochester N. Y Express

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.

Lowell Lowells Stonehams Manchester Troys Manchesters Anndover Bowdoins Phillips Baltimore Baltimores Brooklyn Philadelphia Atletics Clevelands St. Louis St. Lous Cincinnatis Kansas City Kansas Citys Louisvilles Providence Browns Trinitys Lynn Lynnns Hamiltons

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

Porrtland Sprcau Bangor 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.

Theodore Gould Charles Street 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.

City Hall Boston Bureau of Provisions and Clothing Navy Department Washington, D. C Beye Navy Yard Russia Chesterman Boston Navy Yard Department James Fallon 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.

Wheeler Memorial Hall State Normal Sudbury State Normal School Normal School Bare Hill Allee Farm Sudbury River Middlesex County Maple Street Framingham Boston 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.

Cambridge Elm Streets Cambridgeport Cambridge Street Washington and St. James Streets Washington Street St. James

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City OF Pistrict A South Boston Swett and Preble Streets City Chester Square West Chester Park Beacon, Charles and Boylston Streets Roxbury Paving District Dorchester Ashmont Norfolk West Cottage Cottage Streets Crescent Avenue Blue Hill Avenue Barber the School For Acting THE Chicagos Denny Seery Bassett I Shreve ElDelys Ents Chigago Acscovecesseeq Sys Cancvo Williamson Ryan Anson Farrell Clark Pettitt Burns Pfeffer Moffatt Valentine Pittspurg Detroits Morris Pittsburgs Pittsburg Detroit R. BH. PO PO. A Rich D’n Carroll Brouth’s Colenan Oj Rowe Miller Thom’son Dunlap White Maul Twitchell Kuehne Oj Hanlon Smith O Getzein Sutcliffe Brouthers Getzein Thompson Coleman Rowe Hanlon Decker Rochester, N. Y Medical Humphreys J. J. Case Jay Eye C. J. Hamlin Village Farm Commodore Kittson Midway Park T. G. Yeomans Princess of A.A B.B C.C C. D.D E. E H.H C. J Humphreys’ Homeopathic Med. CO Fulton Street, N. Y Fred.k. F. Moore Harvard Medical College Mt. Vernon Street Hancock Street DR. Franck Genuine Grains DE Sante Dr. Francx Pu. LeExoy TE. Fougera & CQ Benson’s Boston Water Board Boston & Lowell Railroad Mystic Wharf Charlestown Water Board H.J. Rockwell MR. Gould Specialty Dept Phil, Best Brewing CO PRI Department of the Interior Office of Indian Affairs Commissioner of Indian Affairs Wooster Street Indian Service Denmas Kentucky Jeans Winsey Chicago Sioux City Pacific California San Francisco Indian Office James Lidgerwood Broadway Commissaries of Subsistence Cheyenne Leavenworth Omaha Saint Louis Saint Paul Yankton Kansas Arkansas City Burlington Caldwell Dodge City Emporia Eureka Great Bend Howard Tutchinson Larned McPherson Marion Medicine Lodge Newton Osage City Sedan Sterling Fopeka Wellington Wichita Winfield First National Bank of Los Angeles Cal J. D. C. Atkins Horatio Harris & Co., Auctioneers and Commission Merchants State Street Steamship ‘‘Picqua Messina Oranges Messina Palermo Fiske’s Wharf Edward F. Barnes Pledgee F.G. Barnes & Son Tudor Company Nahant Land Company John Clark S OF Framingham Centre S. R. Knights & Co Washington St Main St Charles F. Libbie Standard and Illustrated George D. Oxnard, Esq Phoenix Brewing Company Suffolk John B. Manning Buffalo Erie Phenix Brewing Company Ward Street Roxbury J. W. Keith Court Street A. D J. W. Kerrn John W. McKim Warrenton Street Fered H. Seavey Albert Howe & CO Market Street Brighton Warren Avenue L. Foster Morse Ofice Warren Street Dudley and Greenville Streets Mt. Pleasant Unitarian Dudley Street Greenville Wooder Church Freestone, Swell Highland St Circuit Streets Circuit George E. Hall Washingtonst Atwood & Weld Sears Building Massachusetts Title Insurance CO Boston & Bangor Steamship Co Foster’ Ee Eee Hart Rockland Camden Belfast Searsport Buckport Winterport Hampden Green’s Landing Southwest Harbor Bar Hbor South Gouldsboro Bar Harbor William H. Hill Richards John C. Wilmerding Wilmerding, Hoguet & CO White St Townsend & Montant Leonard Street Kennebeg River Bath, Richmond, Gardiner, Hallowell and Augusta Bath Boothbay TAK OF the East Jason Collins Lincoln’s Wharf Chas. H. Hyde Gloucester Boston and Gloucester Steamboat Co Northside Central Whar Kh. S. Merchant India Wharf Liams Charles L. Bly Stearns & George Telegraph & Telephone Alara Pearl ST Royals Chichester Engush Chichester Chemical CO Madison Sq.phila Kanessi Son Hichester
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