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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1895
Page
2
The court granted a one week extension in the case of Barberi keeping the original court order in effect. The delay delays the final ruling as attorneys prepare further motions and filings. The extension preserves the order while proceedings continue.
SING SING N Y Aug 11 But one week of life remains for Maria Barberi as appellate action grants a stay delaying her death. The court will revisit the case in November while Barberi remains in solitary confinement in improved health and spirits.
In a letter from Andover's Observer, the editor argues that public opinion serves as a court for justice when courts fail. It praises the Post for defending the rights of the wronged Italian woman Maria Barberi, contending self defense and lack of malice negate murder. It invokes Mosaic law, mercy, and city of refuge as precedents, urging mercy from the governor.
An Aug. 2 letter from F. M. Noa argues for women's emancipation and fair justice in the Maria Barberi case, condemning strict codes that punish women while excusing male transgressors. The writer attacks repression, calls for juror gender balance, and urges reform of laws to reflect reason and humanity.
In a letter addressing the controversy, a correspondent argues against the verdict in the Maria Barberi case. The writer defends Frederick Peabody’s stance against corruption and questions the jury’s interpretation while noting a juror’s admission about Barberi and Cataldo. The letter probes moral duties of government amid prevailing enlightenment.
A letter criticizes censure of the proposed execution of Maria Barberi, a 15 year old accused of murder after alleged seduction and betrayal. It argues that under New York law she is a minor with no consent to her actions, and compares differing legal attitudes toward rites of provocation and homicide.
An advertisement touts Sanford’s Ginger as superior remedy amid travel ailments, claiming dangers of other gingers. A Boston opinion letter questions culpability in a murder case, arguing society judges female crimes harsher than male, critiquing municipal suffrage ties.
Fitchburg road unveiled its second Mogul locomotive built by Schenectady Locomotive Works. No 2 matches No 1 in all respects and proves to pull more tonnage and 33 cars on the 4:15 run, attracting attention along the route. Heavier engines show greater efficiency though fuel use rises modestly. The engines feature ornate design, steel center wheels, round headlight, and elevated boiler and cab for a striking appearance. The Fitchburg expects these engines to cover Boston to Williamstown, 148 miles.
Yonkers society tale ends with a twist as John C Havemeyer discovers the silver cached in a trunk after accusing Mrs Solon Lapham. She sues Havemeyer for defamation of character seeking 10000 dollars amid public intrigue and legal action.
In New York a gray haired 65 year old ex champion of America recalls his 1855 Harlem River victory over Decker. He describes the race, the five mile course, and the 42 minute 15 second time. He criticizes modern crews for training and pace, urging more science in rowing.
The port sees arrivals from Jamaica Cuba and England with fruit cargoes aboard Barnstable Alfred Dumois Sama Hindoó ships. Incoming vessels include Greenbrier Baltimore Galileo and Guy Colin with routes from London Hull Progreso. A notable rescue by Captain Jones on the Warren liner Cambroman highlights humane actions at sea.
New York cigarmakers M Foster & Co introduce Banquet Hall Bouquet a cigar said to offer a thoroughly enjoyable smoke. Distributing agents E S Goulston & Co of Boston use a novel carrier of imported tinted parchment paper with a colored design.
Division 6 officers seized fifteen gallons of lager from Patrick Robbins at 36 Genesee street and 112 gallons from Harry Connors at 34 Genesee street. Division 3 seized 314 gallons from Annie Fleming at 5 Hammond avenue, 512 gallons from Julia Mackie at 6 Hussey place, three gallons from Peter Jackson at 68 Tyler street, two gallons and 1 1/2 pints of whiskey from Mary Duffy at 30 Spring street, 61/2 gallons from Jurnessa Farningletta at 20 North Bennet street, 7 1/8 gallons from Mary O'Donnell at 22 B street, 2 1/2 gallons from Philip McLaughlin at 49 A street and one gallon plus one pint from Andrew Murphy at 201 Dorchester avenue. Later Mary Reagan at 35 Algers street had five-eighths gallon seized.
John Harding died yesterday at Massachusetts General Hospital from injuries after being struck by a milk wagon on Warren avenue July 31 while collecting fares on the West End railroad. The 50 year old Malden resident lived at 60 Main street and his back was broken when wheels passed over him. The wagon, owned by Frederick Wilson of Somerville, struck him on the running board.
Arthur Nikisch has resigned as director of the Budapest court opera after a dispute over management. He previously conducted the Boston Symphony concerts in 1889.
Maria Garrity was found dead in her room at 9 Spring Street. Supposed natural causes. Body moved to North Grove Street morgue for autopsy by Medical Examiner Harris.
Paul Thunner a 35 year old cabinet maker of 1 Parker Place Roxbury shot himself yesterday noon. Ill health and unrequited love are cited as likely causes behind the act.
A Echo de la Semaine correspondent reports Oscar Wilde at Wormwood Prison in London Aug 11. The article describes Wilde’s larger frame pale, bleached, and shaven, watched by guards as he shuffles in wooden sabots during a Sunday exercise in confinement. He collapses into sleep, while the writer condemns Britain and society for Wilde’s downfall and moral judgment.
In Salem a Polish wedding on Ward street erupted in quarrels during festivities. John Geiski was stabbed in the head by Alexander Kotarski, sustaining severe injuries and being taken to Salem Hospital before being returned home. Geiski faced prior court action June 1 on an accusation of stabbing a man named Hammond.
Patrolman to land of Station 16 fired in the early Sunday incident on Boylston street while pursuing George J. Gray of 23 Y street South Boston for assault on Mary Williams a colored girl. He captured Gray after the pursuit and gunfire.
Mortgagee Henry C Hubbard sells at public auction on August 31 1895 at noon the premises in Holburn Street Roxbury Boston described as lot 18 on the Dove Estate plan bounded by Holburn Street Seaver land Lot 7 and Lot 19 with improvements and subject to taxes. $1000 to be paid at sale balance in 10 days. Assignee Henry C Hubbard mortgagee. 47 Court St Room 8.
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