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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1885

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Enforcement of Liquor Law Taxing Telegraph Companies in Avansta

April 27 report from Avansta Maine: Governor and executive council hear Nelson Howard ex mayor Lewiston urging a special constable to enforce liquor laws in Lewiston. Council votes the petitioners’ case strong and plans to urge appointment, with a pardon hearing for James Pradlee slated and a tax proposal to levy 6200 dollars on telegraph companies and 2086 25 on telephone companies.

Avansta Nelson Howard Lewiston Ecouncil Howerd James Pradlee Portland Council On

Plymouth Faces Typhoid Malaria Meningitis Outbreak

In Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania on April 27 1916 prominent physicians in Plymouth link the fatal disease to stagnant mine water seeping into upper soil creating poisonous gases. Borough authorities have not yet cleaned the town. Four deaths occurred this evening with new cases in Larksville Kingston and Avondale.

Whlkesbarke Plymouth Larksville Kingston Avondale

Commissioners Visit on Quarantine Move Probe

United States Commissioner of Agriculture Norman J. Coleman and staff toured Waltham and Littleton on Monday to study the proposed removal of the quarantine from Waltham to Littleton. A hearing will be held at 10 o clock at the Parker house for all interested parties.

United States Commissioner of Agriculture Norman J. Coleman O. D. LeDow Salmon Stearns New York Waltham Littleton Concord Parker House

Mayor Harrison Files $800,600 Damage Suits in Circuit Courts

Chicago mayor Harrison filed three damage suits in the circuit courts totaling 800600. A $200000 claim targets Ocean Publishing Company, another $200000 targets Hadwin Lee Brown, and a $490000 claim targets the Inter Ocean and Edwin Lee Brown jointly. The Inter Ocean suit rests on 14 libelous charges about the mayor’s private character during the campaign. The Brown suit cites a Brown speech in the Inter Ocean alleging the mayor consorted with thieves and ballot box stuffers.

Harrison Chicago Ocean Publishing Company Hadwin Lee Brown Inter Ocean Edwin Lee Brown Brown

Alans train wrecking trial ends with prisoner's testimony

In Albans Virginia April 27 testimony closed after the prisoner described opening a switch to sidetrack the gravel train, thinking it ahead of the passenger train. He claimed no ill will, was frightened by the consequences, and said his later denial stemmed from being secured and confused.

Si. Albans Iig

Flood Devastates Montreal Area Strands Residents

Reports from Montreal on April 27 describe Point St. Charles and St Gabriel flooded, residents trapped in upper floors, and widespread destruction. La Prairie notes water covering countryside with heavy losses, a carding mill, saw mill, and two bridges at Juliette damaged, and Nun’s Island water reaching second stories.

Montreal Point St. Charles St. Gabriel la Prarie Juliette Nunsisland

Striking Macoupin Miners Try to Prompt Collinsville Action

A group of Macoupin county coal miners arrived in Collinsville Illinois to urge local workers to join a wider strike for higher wages and stricter screen and weight rules. They claim about 7000 men are already out from Streater to Madison county and expect to mobilize most Belleville district miners.

Sr. Louis Macoupin County Ill Collinsville Streater Madison County

Floods Rise With Ice Breaks Wreck Logs and House Lost

Puree Rivers Quebec April 27 The water stands seven inches above last year’s peak as booms on the Nicolet River break and about 20.60 logs owned by Hall Bros Co Quebec Francis Mc Caffrey of Nicolet and others are lost. Lake St Peter ice began passing this morning three feet thick a house on the opposite riverbank has been carried away.

Nicolet Hall Bros. & Co Quebec Francis McCaffrey

Bank of Augusta Chief Arrested on New York Requisition

Augusta Ga April 27 William S Roberts president of the defunct Bank of Augusta has been arrested on a New York governor requisition He is charged with grand larceny for borrowing from a New York bank on bonds of the Dethichem Iron works Pittsburg Pa These bonds were deposited for safekeeping in the Bank of Augusta

Augusta William S. Roberts Bank of Augusta, Hs New York Dethichem Iron Works Pittsburg Bank of Augusta

Bridgewater Swindler Bound Over For May Term

Haxthorp Connecticut April 27 Charles B Thompson the Bridgewater swindler captured at Winooski Vermont appeared before United States Commissioner Marvin for a preliminary hearing. He was bound over on two of the five counts to the May term of the United States district court and in default of a 4000 bond was returned to jail.

Haxthorp Conn Charles 8. Thompson Bridgewater Winooski United States Marvin United States District Court

Professor Stack to Lead Broad Probe of Hog Cholera

Springfield reports Prof. Stack of Massachusetts Agricultural College again found hog cholera cases in Pittsfield. He plans to report to the state board of agriculture and is expected to travel from Boston with board members to widen the investigation.

Springfield Mass Stack Massachusetts Agricultural College Pittsfield Board of Agriculture Boston

Russia Ready for War Czar Heads to Moscow Amid Afghan Rumors

London and Brussels report an imminent Russia England war. The czar leaves for Moscow to issue a declaration if needed. Rumors of Afghan fighting raise European unease as Gladstone faces a 55 million dollar vote and defends military preparations. Reports note Russian losses near Penjdeh and renewed Afghan clashes. A separate brief details a backcountry murder with a mutilated body found near Forest Avenue.

London St. Petersburg Russia England Moscow Reuter Berlin Zeitung William Afghanistan Gismarck Turkey Hagland Hari Spencer Irelach Zeitung Berlin Scems Persia Herat France Cronstadt Gladstone House of Commons Edmund Fitzmaurice Cairo Lord Edmund Egypt Army Gourley United States India Ciart Ameer Brussels Beige Daily News Edward Thornton Komaroff Penjdeh Peter Lumsden DeRir Prince of Wales Carrickfergus Ireland

postal rate change explained by circular from Washington

The postmaster general issued a circular detailing July 1 rate changes for domestic first class mail to 2 cents per ounce, applies to Canada, with a new 1 cent newspaper stamp set for June 1. Other items include ministerial appointment talks for China, Lt. Greely’s expedition report progress, and various treasury and postal updates.

Washington Congress Canada China John Russevil Young California Democratic Party Frank McCoppin

War on the Isthmus and Panama Peace Efforts

Panama reports an extraordinary assembly confirms Gen Aizpura as president until Gen Vila and troops arrive to negotiate a settlement aboard the gunboat Boyaca. Americans withdraw after promises not to interfere. Iroquois noted in port as calm returns. Colombian troops expected. unrest cited by some citizens.

Panama Aizpura Vila Buenaventura Boyaca Washington Jouett McCalla Navy Department Panama Railroad Company New York Central and South American Telegraph Company Aizpurn

Contested Will Case Over Million Left by Printing Press Inventor

OSSIPER N H April 27 The contested will of Isaac Adams inventor of the Adams printing press opened with a jury. The probate court appeal involves insanity aggravated by intoxication. The will dated May 15 1579 leaves $50 000 in property to beneficiaries with Julius Adams as main heir. Witnesses from Boston Chelsea Malden testified no insanity or intoxication apparent. Counsel for appellant contends incapacitation and eccentric life justify contest. Eminent counsel on both sides.

Ossiper N. H Isaac Adams Adams Printing Press Fred M. Cots Boston Elsevere Phis Ac Julius Ums E. A. Hibbard Welea Axel Dearborn Jame R. Leech Suan B. Kidder Chelsea Emma F. Foster Malden Julius Adams Hoffman Columbus Avenue Berkeley Street Gleason Samuel C. Abbott Julian A. Penniman Abbott Pennimen Glidden Penniman Pennimar Mr. Collamore Adams Charlestown Warren School

Market Flooded by Fresh Mackerel In New York Harbor

New York reports an unprecedented glut at the Fulton market as 73 Portland and Gloucester vessels deliver fresh mackerel. Fish Commissioner Blackford says total catch exceeds 11 million fish, averaging three quarters of a pound, selling at one cent each.

New York Falton Blackford Portland Gloucester Fulton Street Brooklyn Staten Island

Ex Attorney General Brewster on the Stand in Jury Bribery Trial

Washington April 27 ex Attorney General Brewster testified that Kennedy told him Dickson wanted to ride with him to discuss star route trials and jury room activity. The exchange led to heated court discussion. the jury returned a verdict of not guilty. Dickson later sued Brewster for libel seeking damages. Fifty percent of Shenandoah Valley railroad first mortgage bonds were represented at a meeting. Brackett and Chalker bribery trial ended with acquittal. A bucket shop firm Brigham Bishop & Co. assigned assets.

Washington Brewster Kennedy Dickson Marshal Henry Talesmen Henry Smith Mr. Brewster Department of Justice James S. Nickerson Philadelphia H. H. Wells Sinith McArthur Star Route Brown Bowen Shenandoah Valley Railroad Brackett Chalker Treasury

Disaster on Iron Mountain Road injures andkills officials

A special Texas Pacific Missouri Pacific excursion collided with the Montesano accommodation 17 miles south of St. Louis. Engineer Stevenson injured, fireman Christ killed, Toland killed, engineer Toland killed, Gen Wistar and Gov. Brown hurt. Dispatcher Burns held responsible after inquest.

St. Louis Iron Mountain Road Texas Pacific Missouri Pacific Railroad Montesano Stevenson Special Louis Christ John McGovern Philip Yoland Gen Wistar Texas and Pacific Railroad Locomotive Department Pennsylvania Railway Brown Missouri Pacific Road Toland Christ Carondelet Burns

Calvary mine rescue details victims named at Homestake calamity

Denver dispatch describes rescuers reaching Homestake mine cabins at 8 oclock. One bunk house body stood upright as if listening. others lay in intertwined positions. Several faces moulded by frost hinder identification. Death likely by suffocation. watches stopped at 3 30. Victims include Martin Borden Sylvester Borden Horace W Matthews Joseph Matthews John Jock John Burns Charles Richards Chris Harvey Robert Campbell John Burnes.

Denver Col Leadville Homestake Martin Borden Sylvester Borden Horace W. Matthews Joseph Matthews John Jock John Burns Charles Richards Chris Harvey Robert Campbell John Burnes

Harvard Students Arrested After Tremont Street Incident

At about 1015 P M Monday Patrolman Frohock of the fourth division stopped six Harvard students who left the Boylston museum and insulted passing ladies. A clash formed on Tremont street as one youth bumped a woman. Frohock arrested him and a crowd gathered. Patrolman Davitt of the ninth division, seen urinating on a car, helped subdue the trouble and the suspect, named Cleveland H. Smith from Cambridge, was later jailed at the fourth station.

Frohock Fourth Division Harvard Boylston Museum Tremont Street Davitt Ninth Division Cleveland H. Smith Cambridge Aveaces Corevecs Mme Scaichi Aleus ccc Seceses Signor de Pasqualis Cherubini Signor de Vaschetti Semiramide Adelina Patti Rossini Barbiere Trovatore Lucia Faust Martha Assur Semiramide Scalchi Path Patti Giorno D’orrore Boston Mme.Scalchi de Pasqualis de Vaschetti Estelle Clayton Paris Bernardus Fayette Clayton Mason Rae G. C. German Theo Grau Globe Theatre

Mis Charges Highlight Extravagance at State House Inquiry

At a special investigative session, Mr. Cross alleged excessive carpenters painters furniture stone work and grounds care bills plus engine costs tied to state house expenses over the past two years. He warned costs could exceed double the proper amount and indicated possible general extravagance across commissioners. The committee debated scope objections, adjourned, and planned continued hearings with Auditor Ladd and Chief Clerk Hawley presenting bills. Capt. Mitchell was absent for Hoosac tunnel arrangements and testifying resumed this evening.

State House Greenhalge Cross Committee Naphen Peck Ladd Hawley Mr. Hawley Doherty Capt. Mitchell Hoosac Tunnel

Middletons Movements Hampered in Latest Victory Reports

Winnipeg dispatch notes General Middleton unable to advance against rebels due to care for the wounded and supply runs. Rebels hold a ravine, inflicting heavy losses on volunteers. Ottawa reports promise of scrip for half-breed claims. Middleton reports remaining at Fish Creek to mend and regroup as fights loom at Gabriel crossing and Batouche.

Winnipeg Man Middleton Otter Battleford Ottawa Ont Manitoba Fish Creek Gabriel Crossing Batouche

Boston Aldermen approve numerous appointments and 1885 budget actions

The Boston Board of Aldermen met with Alderman Whitten in chair.Appointments confirmed include surveyors, inspectors, measurers, and an undertaker. Petitions covered armory repairs, paving, sewers, and street safety. A large appropriation bill and a loan proposal for several city improvements were debated, with dissent from three members. The meeting adjourned after various street grading, paving, and lighting orders.

Board of Aldermen Alderman Whitten Wim. B. Bayley Daniel Higgins Robert ¥. Means George H. Keith Israel M. Barnes Edwin Y. Brown Charles R. Davis Thomas B. Gannon Wm. Lincoln Andrew N. Wyeth, Jr John W. Hayward A.W. Burrill A. F. Dow Geo. W. Wheelock Henry B. Sellon Richard Verling Barney Crorken Geo. P. Ray John Savage Charles A. Grant John Morrison C. J. McNaughton John Morrish Capt. Mahoney Ninth Regiment Infantry St. Paul’s Church Tremont Street Brimmer School Common Street John W. Fraser Parmenter Street Frank Wood Ashmont Street Dorchester District Lewis Conant Philips Street Conant and Smith Streets Augustus Nickerson Dorchester Avenue Neponset River

Boston Post Office Cat Sadie Martinet History

A quirky note recalls Sadie Martinet the Boston Post office cat who once fell from a building and allegedly terrified dogs with feisty behavior during five years of service to the paper’s office.

Boston Cor Fall River Herald Sadie Martinet Boston Post

Militia Opposes Institute Armory Purchase Plan

Military leaders voice objection to buying the Institute building for an armory. Gen Nat Wales argues the location is distant from city centers, hindering drill meetings for Charles town Roxbury East Boston and South Boston companies. He suggests building two central armories instead to reduce rents and improve security. Col Wellington shares similar concerns about unfitness and convenience.

Institute Nat Wales Charlestown Roxbury Boston Whch Pemberton Square Peach Lynop Bat Wales A. C. Wellington

Subscriptions Reported for Soldiers Home Enlistments

Report lists additional subscriptions from Somerville Dunstable Andover Hyannis Upton Uxbridge Winchendon and Medfield with varied amounts. Andover’s total cited as 458 dollars. Source notes a papalia union and an exact record.

Somerville Dunstable Andover Hyannis Upton Uxbridge Winchenden Post Medfield Beoory

Personal notes from Halifax to Swampscott and beyond

A jumble of names reports travels and plans: David Pudley and family depart Halifax for Swampscott Thursday. John M. Little and family leave for the streamer house. Arturo de Marcoantu leaves Vendome for New York. Fadigoit to rest at the Greenhouse Newport. The Portland estate of Martin S. Burrell valued at $800,000 splits among wife and four children. Various ministers to France and New York, with other locals planning travel or financial actions."}

David Pudley Field Halifax N.S USIP John M. Little Straamer Swampscott Arturo de Marcoantu New York Fadigoit Newport Martin S. Burrell Portland, Or McLane France Neiley Hiernai City Henry. Moses Exeter N. H Baptist Society Porter Ashe San Francisco Mrs. Ashe Mrs. Crocker Sacramento Florida Tampa Bay

Randall's Vain Threat Ends In Shootout On North Street

Monday night on North street Thomas Randal fired at Sarah Walker known as Sal Walker after she refused to return to him. Walker leaped a fence to Moon street court. Randal shot again before police cornered him. Randal was captured and jailed.

North Street Thomas Randeadl Heypiing Sarah Walker Sarah Sal’” Walker Terrero Thomas Randal Rapdan Coar Sal Moon Street Court Intec Randall Weit Potiess Burns Rand Locke Station F

Boots and Shoes Larceny Arrests Stir City

Michael Gilram and William J. Fitzpatrick were arrested Monday charged with larceny of boots and shoes from several city firms. Inspectors traced the goods to a South End auction room entered under the name Solomon. The officers have recovered part of the stolen items and are pursuing further leads.

Michael Gilram William J. Fitzpatrick South End Solomon

Democratic roll call colors the era of Cleveland

A collage of editorials and quotes from Augusta Chronicle Worcester Times and others rail against Republican nominees and praise Cleveland era politics. Notes on Chase Pillsbury Blaine Pearson and Grange leadership mix with Democratic stamina and calls to clear party rubbish. Critics cite appointments and loyalty to Democratic governance.

Pratt Western Massachusetts Revenue District Portland Advertiser Whitney Navy Yard Springfield Union Pillsbury Maine Cleveland Plain Dealer Grover Cleveland Augusta Oxford County J. Calvin Chase The Washington Kee War Department Chase New England Worcester Times Boston Evening Record sndeCollins White House Lowell Courier Massachusetts Blaine Pearson New York Dana Sun Portland Haverhill Cleveland Washington Sentinel Eben F. Pillsbury James G. Blaine Marden Republican Party

Embezzlement charge against Gloucester City treasurer

Frederick Pfeiffer, treasurer of the defunct Gloucester City Savings institution, was arrested in Camden on embezzlement charges and held on $8000 bond. Also reported are a Chicago syndicate buying Bennett & Dammans ranches in Indian Territory for $400,600 with cattle and leases, and various court proceedings including Bishop Hiram B. Clawson’s unlawful cohabitation case in Sault Lake.

Frederick Pfeiffer Gloucester City Savings Institution Camden Little Rock Ark Chicago Bennett & Dammans Arthur Cleveland Washington Vicksburg Miss E.M. Boynton Deg United States Massey, Howe & Co Steel Manufacturers Pittsburg United States Circuit Court Philadelphia Abram Ss. Hewitt Martin

Pittfield liquor license bids and local news brief

In Pittfield and Hinsdale, liquor license applications are filed while a Hinsdale teacher faces a cancer related amputation. The Acushnet mill in New Bedford reopened with about one third of weaving staff returning. A boat capsized off shore near North Haven, Maine, drowning Ferdinand and Joseph Kent, sons of Capt Otis Kent. The Samoset Manufacturing Co approached South Berwick, Maine, proposing a petroleum products and soaps venture with 200000 capital. In a Hartford ruling, the Franklin Institution case against Zachariah Chafee over Baltic mill property favored the defendants. the receiver must honor trust conveyance and notes extension. The court split with two justices dissenting.

Kirty Pittfield Janette Hinsdale New Bedford Ferdinand Kent Joseph Kent Capt Otis Kent Northhaven Ferdinand Samoset Manufacturing Company South Berwick Franklin Institution Zachariah Chafeese

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