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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1883
Page
1
Editorial sections cover presidential pivots and varied letters while financial markets real estate rail matters and domestic foreign trade dominate the pages. Local summaries meteorology ship news hotel arrivals obituaries and other notices fill the remainder of the page.
An Irish-American gathering in Philadelphia votes to wind up the land league and form a broader national league seeking self government for Ireland. The debate over dissolving the land league divides the Massachusetts delegation but the overall mood remains harmonious as speakers condemn British coercion and plan a practical framework for Ireland’s liberation.
Harvard students toured Maine presenting Harvard Theatrics with Papa Perrichon and That Rascal Pat. Portland critics scoffed at the troupe and hid names on programs, while Bangor papers praise any show. The piece notes the harsh reception and expected warm Bangor reception.
Special Despatch reports the Diaz caravan leaving New York by a Wabash special under H. A. Fisher. They reach Toledo at 11 tomorrow and stop briefly before continuing to St. Louis for a short visit. From there they travel to New Orleans by Iron Mountain for farewell lines with road officials and depart on the 29th by steamer to Galveston.
A settlement ended the Vienna bakers strike on Wednesday. The incident followed a series of calamities and trials across Europe including a London to St John s voyage that took 300 emi grant laborers from Spalding England. Helen Marcovitch was convicted and sentenced to death for an attempted assassination in Belgrade.
Washington April 25 factions in the civil service debate as Randolph De B Keim is named chief examiner. Critics question the recommendation while Eaton defends Keim as level headed and capable to make reform palatable. Keim known as a tentative journalist with strong Reading political ties Backed by Grant era figures incl Cameron Allison Mitchell Hawley. De Zendorf Mahone matter dominates Norfolk county race plus federal officeholder mobilization. Union Pacific dispute nears head with Dillon/Teller exchange and Thurman act implications. Dynamite conspiracy rumors lack government evidence. McCammon praised as trusted Justice official.
The secretary upholds that granulated rice is not a cleaned rice and not bound by tariff wording. It is taxed at 20 percent ad valorem as a manufactured article. Also notes on naval visit to St. Petersburg and revenue check reforms.
Despatches report heavy frost from New York to Virginia damaging fruit crops and ice forming in Brooklyn. Northwest snow and cold snap noted. North Carolina reports tobacco losses and floods with dam failures. Western rail lines suffer slides and washouts. Starkville cyclone destroys French Camp with fatalities. Harrisville and Morton report multiple deaths and extensive property damage.
Maine military units the Poland Cadets and Auburn Light Infantry arrived by special Boston and Maine train in Lowell Massachusetts and were hosted by the Lowell Phalanx. Mayor Donovan and Portland Mayor Deering spoke at a banquet as the visiting militia received compliments on drill and arms proficiency. Critics say the guests were escorted through the city and a grand drill was staged this evening. The visitors depart tomorrow night as Lowell officials pledge continued hospitality and gratitude.
Ex President Hayes attended the John F. Slater Fund board meeting in New York with all members present. William E. Dodge was elected trustee to succeed his deceased father. The $1,000,000 fund, donated by John F. Slater for Christian education of emancipated southern youths, was discussed with treasurer and investment reports. Dr Haygood prepared a report based on 70 plus southern colored schools and colleges.
In South Framingham on April 25 a widow loses her home after a long court fight over an improperly recorded sale. Welsh, aided by a Medfield man, a lawyer, and a deputy sheriff, removed the furniture and locked the house, leaving neighbors to shelter the dispossessed widow and her 21 year old deaf and dumb son.
William Bradley known as Billy the Kid, a Birmingham native and boxing figure, has been missing from Ansonia since April 19. Foul play suspected. He is five feet five inches, with light hair and a light moustache. A reward is offered for information on his whereabouts.
Accounts from interior counties without rail or telegraph say the storm caused severe loss of life and property. In Lincoln County near Anderson's mill Tom Brock’s house was destroyed and his wife killed while he and his son were severely injured. Gun houses and many negro cabins in Lincoln Taliaferro and nearby counties were also destroyed.
New York April 25 An actress Bessie Byrne sues Edward R Knowles of Providence Rhode Island for 2015 damages in the supreme court. Byrne held a dramatic company bearing her name and says a contract to perform for a set period was violated. An order allowed service of summons by publication.
In New Haven on April 25 Prof. Silliman of Yale travels to Washington to protest the removal of Prof. Peter Collier, chemist in the agriculture department. The dispute centers on Collier’s belief that sorghum sugar can be profitable, a view opposed by Dr. Loring, with Yale scientists reportedly backing Collier and aiming to keep him in his position.
Annapolis Md April 25 William Pack convicted of whipping his wife was given 20 lashes this afternoon on his bare back. He pleaded with the sheriff as the heavy blows landed. This marks the first enforcement of the law punishing wife beaters in the county.
A police sweep in Grand Forks, Oak. results in eleven arrests of suspects tied to the Ward brothers murder case. The report notes multiple related incidents and ongoing investigations across several states.
Large crowd attends the Irish national land league of America convention at Horticultural Hall Philadelphia as delegates begin to wind up the league and merge with a broader body. Speakers urge unity, defend Parnell, and discuss plans for a national Irish federation amid festive decor and strong party lines.
The Massachusetts College of Pharmacy held its commencement at Huntington Hall on a Wednesday evening. President Henry Canning opened with remarks on the effort required to earn a graduate degree in pharmacy and the serious responsibility it entails. Prof. James F. Babcock urged studiousness and highlighted chemistry's global benefits. Degree recipients included C. R. Abbott, W. P. Browning, C. W. Cheney, W. S. Flint, J. Henderson Greer, H. N. Sage, H. E. Kelsey, S. Meadows, C. Willis Merritt, T. T. Reid, and B. Le Roy Spiller. Faculty and student valedictories were given by E. L. Patch and T. J. Reid. Prizes were awarded to top seniors and juniors for excellence in recitations and exams. The Weber quartet performed, with many floral tributes.
A Savannah newspaper sketch of Hon. L. Q. C. Lamar praises his stance on reforming party practice. Lamar favors cutting the South from spoil politics and seeks a clearly defined national policy while preserving states’ reserved powers and federal authority.
From the Philadelphia Times on April 23 a marble statue of George Washington at Independence Hall Philadelphia stood exposed to cold winds without overcoat or sealskin cap. Rain yesterday washed dust from his garb and revealed a diagonal crack from his right eyebrow to the hairline as if knocked out by Jack Frost.
A new fast train from St John to Boston will begin June 18 with a morning departure from St John at 7:00 reaching Bangor 1:30 PM and Portland 6:15 PM then Boston 10:00 PM. Return trips depart Boston 12:50 AM and Bangor 10:00 PM, linking with Intercolonial routes east of St John. Connections available at Woodstock Houston and other points via New Brunswick railway.
Anniston Alabama mills have shipped 1000 bales of cotton goods to China and another order for 600 bales is pending. Previously American goods in this trade were mainly from northern mills. Pepperell mills in Biddeford Maine remain a leading trader with Chinese ports.
Editor Lamar of the Macon Telegraph withdraws accusations against Editor Thornton of the Atlanta Post-Appeal and apologizes for slandering Mrs. Thornton amid political excitement. Editor Thornton accepts the apology and expresses regret for calling his brother Lamar a scalawag villain and polecat.
Worcester pursues the state fair with strong effort and likely success. Lowell Brockton and Manchester New Hampshire chase the same goal. New Hampshire residents argue Massachusetts receives too much of a good thing.
Special correspondence from Concord NH notes active Republican contenders Rollins Blair Briggs and Patterson. Blair runs a Boston literary bureau at the Quincy House and pursues a double election plan, while Rollins shuns open alliance but covertly targets rivals. The piece also covers maple sugar crop failure, Methodist anti bribery stance, and local economic reports from New Hampshire communities.
The 29th annual Vermont Methodist Episcopal meeting at St Albans, led by Bishop Harris in place of ill Bishop Peck, draws large attendance. Debate centers on restoring Burlington district to the Troy conference, with a committee to hear both sides as delegates press for reopening the relocation. Meanwhile, Lewiston hosts the Maine Methodist conference with Bishop Foss, noting standing committees and a charge against Rev. D. W. Lelachenur.
A Wednesday night pair of fires in Boston area buildings drew alarms from box 21 at 8 04 p m and box 53 at 9 52 p m The first blaze broke out on the second floor of a four story brick at Sudbury and Vortland owned by Levi Boles with forge work by J W Waldron & Bros. The damage ranged from 500 to 3600 with water damage at adjacent shops No 56 Sudbury and No 58 Portland. The second fire occurred on the third floor of the Emigrant Savings Bank building at 562 Washington near Hayward price likely started by rubbish spontaneous combustion in a Suffolk Manufacturing lot. damage about 100.
The regular meeting at the treasurer's office 20 Pemberton square Wednesday evening, Commodore Pfaff presiding, adopted a constitutional amendment. Members residing outside the commonwealth who have paid 10 consecutive annual assessments may become life members upon informing their wish to avail the privilege. Other business was routine and of no public interest.
The Maine Medical Association ends its annual meeting in Portland on June 12. Calais will have two daily mails starting Tuesday, morning and evening. Stockholders vote May 12 on permanently closing the Dexter Woollen mill. Portland cigar makers struck for a $1 per 1,000 raise. manufacturers plan to employ girls in their places. James P. Haskell of South Thomaston died from a blood vessel rupture after blowing into a long week. Washington county supreme judicial court opened in Laimis with many civil cases. The Green Mountain hotel atop Bt. Desert near completion and to open mid June by Horace W. Chase. Dr. H. M. Harlow to end term as superintendent of the Insane Hospital June 1 and will reside in Augusta. Plans for a summer steamer linking Campobello, Eastport, and St Andrews with New Brunswick Railways.
George W Sayward of Rochester is listed at 273 pounds and is noted as still growing. The Unitarian grove meeting is set at the Weirs starting July 25 for five days. Memorial day talks planned by figures from Lowell and Bristol.事故
Rutland records show liabilities of 617285 in excess of assets. The body of Mrs. John Sullivan 45 was found in the river at Ludlow after her disappearance Tuesday night. Supposed suicide while temporarily insane the wife of D O Maheney and daughter of Shubael Fletcher about 30 was drowned Tuesday morning in a well at her Woodstock home. Two young daughters survive. Benjamin H Basford of Georgia traveled to New York to avoid arrest for attempting to poison his wife after disputes over property deeds and alleged use of hellebore. he was once fined for shooting at boys nearby.
James and Julia Flannery were committed in Fall River on a murder charge involving their 2 year old child. President Crown of Brockton’s common council resigned his chair. Elmer W. Walker elected to fill the seat. J H Shumway, a sewing machine agent, aged over 60, left North Adams with 400 belonging to Lafayette lodge Masons. An autopsy in Mattapoisett revealed a heart measuring 15 inches in circumference and 9.1 inches long, weighing 44 ounces, claimed as the largest heart exhibited. State agricultural trustees vote to build a permanent Greek cross exhibition on fair grounds costing 6000 dollars and purchase two and a half acres south of grounds. James Welch, jailed in Fall River for chicken theft, identified as highway robber sought in Brooklyn last December, held for requisition from Gov. Cleveland.
Pawtucket residents will vote in October on whether to accept a city charter. The measure previously failed, but supporters believe a majority now favors the plan, signaling renewed drive for municipal government reform.
The late Dr. Howley of Hartford left an estate of about 125000 dollars. Mrs. Jane Higgins of Norwich, aged 79, fell and was killed. Colt's Armory in Hartford reports a 40 percent rise in business since Jan 1 with about 1000 men employed. A Connecticut Congregational ministers conference will meet at Thomaston on June 20 with about 200 clergymen and wives. The House passed a bill to create a board of pardons consisting of the governor, supreme court judge, and four legislators. unanimous vote required. Pardoning power shifts from the legislature to the board.
The Globe hosted La Mascotte with Theo as Settina and Mile. Paola Marie, but both faced voice-plot mismatches while Mile. Betty as Fiametta and Huguet impressed. Romeo et Juliette by Mlle Derivis and M. Capoul featured superb drama though some singing nasality and an uneven orchestra. Additional items note a Bay State Choral Society concert, Love and Money at Boston theatre, Lester Wallack, Lotta, and various local entertainments with strong audiences.
In a crowded room the committee viewed large tanned hides said to be made from human skin by the Mohler brothers of North Cambridge. A witness claimed skin came from the Howard Medical College. Governor Buller pressed the Board of Health over delaying official opinions. Assistant Attorney General Shepard declined to opine on legal questions, citing lack of authority.
A sneak thief entered the house of Richard Brown at No 78 Poplar Street on Tuesday, stealing two gold brooches two gold rings a costly diamond ring and silk dresses among other valuables. Several local arrests followed including John Hennessey on Broad Street for recovering stolen property and Patrick Daley injured when a furnace fell on him during a move at Somerville.
The Studio building gallery, long used by Mr. 8. M. Vose, hosts a diverse exhibition of paintings by Corot Daubigny Rousseau and other great modern artists. Notable works include five Corots two rare open road scenes Daubigny river views a luminous Diaz forest interior and a lively Schreiber horse scene. American names Kens Robinson Browway Bricher and Fuller add local strength while Frederick E. Wrights landscapes and Twixt May and June stand out in a 34-canvas collection awaiting auction next Tuesday.
The parks committee will hear James H. Stark who claims city ownership of Savin Hill. Public lands will auction six acres in Newton on May 5, the land once gifted by Ebenezer Smith to support Cambridge schools then Brighton then Newton.
A Lowell special reports Judge Allen of the supreme bench could not hold court yesterday and telegraphed the sheriff to adjourn until Monday morning at 9 30. Also mentions Old Bourbon bottled for sale by grocers and druggists.
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