Patronage fights shape New York party split
Washington dispatch reports New York Republicans warn of a Democratic shift in November absent strong presidential use of patronage. Factions dispute office spoils, with talks of Nixonian style deals, Nobles and Clarksons tied to cabinet moves, and endless maneuvering around Navy, Interior, and Post Office posts.
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Vermont frontier warns against strict alien labor law
Amos L. Allen, immigrant inspector based in Newport Vermont, reports to the Treasury Department on the alien contract labor law along the Canadian border. He notes broad willingness to comply but cites hardships from rigid enforcement, especially for farmers and railroad workers, and says authorities will continue limited enforcement per policy.
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White Man's Party and Whitmeyer Postmaster Rift
Postmaster General Wanamaker resists appointing Whitmeyer a Newberry South Carolina postmaster due to race. Whitmeyer, a colored former teacher, faces a hung commission as Wanamaker cites a white man’s party aim. Whitmeyer’s supporters insist on color loyalty, while Republicans in Washington weigh legal and political pressures. The dispute highlights racial politics in the South and national party dynamics.
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Torpedo boat trials to test Thorncroft boilers at Bristol
The Herreschoffs in Bristol R L proceed with a 135 foot torpedo boat using trip ple expansion engines and Thorncroft boilers. The boat must reach 22 knots but engineers hope to exceed 23 knots, aided by English free trade pauper labor. Secretary Tracy grants permission for English boilers despite contract terms.
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Success of the Sioux Commission Telegram Exults Victory
Secretary Noble received a telegram from Fort Gates announcing the Sioux Commission’s work was completed successfully. Charles Foster signs, “We have won the fight.” The note says they will depart for Chicago tomorrow morning and that a full report will be sent from Chicago.
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Appointment of C F Meserve to Haskell superintendent
Charles Francis Meserve of Springfield Massachusetts has been named superintendent at the Haskell Indian Institute in Lawrence Kansas. A Colby University graduate he is praised as an experienced educator and cultured gentleman.
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Forged stock certificates target Green Line president
Eben S. Allen, president of the Green Line Street Car Company, was arrested in New York for forging about 700 shares of stock worth an estimated 125000 to 180000 dollars. He confessed to fabricating stock to cover financial failures tied to a failed patent venture, forged signatures of the treasurer and secretary, and sold bogus shares. Directors will pursue legal action. Allen, about fifty, has a wife and children and lived in Pawlings. He was arraigned at the Tombs and remanded for examination.
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Governor Ames Says He Feels Better After Telegram
In North Baston on Aug 7 Governor Ames told reporters he feels nicely and will stay home to avoid excitement, his pulse at 76 for two days. He received a telegram from President Harrison sending compliments and regrets he cannot attend in Boston due to the Governor's illness.
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Hiersford's Acid Phosphate Relieves Lassitude
Hiersford's Acid Phosphate promises relief from midsummer lassitude and revives vitality. The advertisement extols its restorative effect, suggesting it combats weariness and restores energy.
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Republican State Convention Endorses Harrison Aides
Harrispurn Aug 7 The Republican State convention elected Walter Lyon as chairman and permanent chair G W Delamater praised President Harrison and Governor Beaver. The platform endorsed 1888 Chicago principles, urged protection for American industry, pensions for veterans, and reform of liquor laws. Henry K Boyer named State Treasurer by acclamation as the gathering adjourned amid excitement.
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Storm strikes Farragut House damaging Rye Beach home
During a brief electrical storm at 11:15 this morning, Farragut House, Rye Beach, owned and occupied by Mrs. Sheridan Jenness, was struck by lightning. A servant was injured and the building suffered serious damage.
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Marriages in Quincy and Boston Area Listings
Multiple weddings announced with names and dates: Henry L. Powers to Christine I. Thayer in Quincy by Rev. H. Evan Cotton. Charles J. Maguire to Ida M. Blood in Boston by Rev. M. F. Murphy. C. F. Johnson to Nanna Johnson in Boston. Samuel A. Wright to Gertrude A. Farrar in Boston by Rev. Moody.
Obituaries from Aug 6 in Boston area include Asmus Carroll Clark Dugan Duncan
Notices list multiple Aug 5 6 deaths in Massachusetts New Hampshire and Charlestown Boston area. Names include John H M Asmus Nicholas Carroll Elma E Clark Simeon Duncan William Dugan Ella N Eastman Franklin M Flanders Julia G Jones Mary Kiviin Daniel J O Connor Henry M Perry Katie Ross Joseph H Sheafe. Ages range 19 to 76 with locations Somerville Allston Littleton Swanpscott Sout Boston Charlestown.
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Charlestown
Market dull but firm as fears sweep Wall Street
The New York market showed dull steady trading before fading on rumors the Bank of England may raise rates and chatter of Boston failures. Missouri Kansas & Texas bonds gained on a rumored settlement with Missouri Pacific, while Riverside & Oswego Mills faced mass attachments. Comptroller Myers awarded large dock and water stock deals. Oklahoma land opens new transport routes, with St Paul and Wisconsin Central rail outlooks mixed. Chief topics include Atchison Topeka & Santa Fe bear view from Boston, possible Alton lease talks, and rail rate tensions.
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Beverly Resident Thrown From Colt On Valley Street
Mgr J L Thorndike of Boston a Beverly Farms summer resident rode an unbroken three year old colt and was thrown to the ground He was picked up unconscious and taken to his home on Juniper street Dr Curtis found one rib broken and injuries to chest and abdomen
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