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14 Aug 1886
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1886
Page
1
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A list of brief items mentions a special envoy to Mexico denied by Secretary Bayard, Judge Zubia settling the Cutting case, Cardinal Taschereau condemning labor flights, and rumors of Treasury dissatisfaction. It also notes losses at sea, building ceremonies in Medford, tanneries quiet in Salem, a New York hearing, party letters, a sea serpent sighting, labor unrest in Fall River and Lowell, arrests for rogues bonds, a Nantasket real estate sale, and various political and legal updates across New England and beyond.
At an English cabinet meeting a royal commission will be appointed to investigate the Belfast riots. Only minor disturbances are reported in Belfast. Christine Nilssen wed Count de Casa Marianda.
A sewer cave-in in Brighton crushed Frank McFarland to death. The incident adds to a day of municipal troubles as a large water main burst near Cottage Farm station and a railroad brakeman was killed with two others injured.
Governor Robinson passed yesterday in the camp of the Second Corps of Cadets at Essex. The Twilight moonlight excursions conclude this evening with a steamer trip from Rowe's Wharf. E C Carrigan sails for Europe on City of Chicago from New York on General Butler business, plans return around Oct 1.
In Montreal yesterday the Canadian lacrosse team won three straight games in fifteen minutes against Irish players. Also, Captain Frank D. Langsford of Lanesville died after a swordfish wound in Ipswich bay. Other items include a Newport court case about horn blowing, a Williamsport attempted train wreck, Greenfield grand jury prize fight indictment, and Worcester oarsman Edward Hanian’s Lake Quinsigamond trial with 20 minutes 53 seconds best time.
Indications from Washington report a twenty four hour period starting 7 a m Saturday August 14 with local rains and southwest winds. Temperature changes expected in the New England and eastern New York area.
Observer's Office reports clear conditions in Boston with light NE to SE winds. Temperature ranged from a mean daily high around 83 degrees to a low near 65 with no precipitation recorded.
Met record notes yesterday's meteorological observations across stations up to 10 pm. Data details include timestamps and readings, reflecting atmospheric conditions and measurements recorded in the period.
Washington reports reveal a secret envoy to Mexico is dispatched to Paso del Norte to investigate the dispute. A private lawyer, unnamed and unconnected to government service, travels abroad amid official secrecy. The probe aims to uncover facts the authorities have not yet learned.
Secretary Bayard denies a cabinet acceptance of a Mexican government envoy to review the Cutting matter. He reports Mexican funds used to influence public opinion against the administration. A Texan envoy Arresures was killed by Mexicans near the border. his body was found blindfolded and with hands bound.
Consul Robert J. Stevens reports the Bath Maine bark William H. Besse with steel rails grounded on a Columbia River bar July 27 and is a total wreck. Tug and pilot unavailable. Captain Gibbs believed he could navigate the bar. Seaman Hans Hansen of the R L Belknap of Rockport Maine was lost overboard while sealing the outside seams.
Washington reports no imminent war as Secretary Endicott departs for Massachusetts for ten days. Adjutant General Drum serves as acting secretary of war during the absence while Chief Clerk Tweedall heads to Ashbury Park and then St. Clair Springs above Lake St. Clair.
The President greeted about 200 people this afternoon including a blind woman and a crutch user. He listened to each speaker, deviating from his rule, but his reactions suggested their requests were not granted.
The President appointed William H. Webster to be chief examiner of the civil service commission succeeding Lyman who was promoted to a commission seat. Webster, a Republican, heads a pension office division and has led the departmental examining board since the commission’s founding.
Washington reports reveal Treasurer Jordan may resign over policy disagreements with Secretary Fairchild and Manning on federal bond calls. Jordan opposed the 10 million dollar bond call, favoring sinking fund limits, while Manning could influence future policy.
A Treasury statement lists unpaid balances owed by the government totaling about 1 million dollars and about 1.5 million in unpaid interest from failed checks. Other items include the Rutland free delivery start date, Postmaster General Vilas on a travel circuit, and Commodore Braine’s promotion to acting rear admiral with a Sept sail for Rio de Janeiro.
Patrick Egan, head of the Irish-American National League, arrives in Chicago with Michael Davitt delayed. They discuss expected trouble at the forthcoming convention, Palmer House politics, and the league’s independence from the Palmer House committee. Egan plans to resign as president. A P Sutton will resign as secretary. succession is unsettled with names like Sullivan or Finerty speculated.
Seabright New Jersey hosts an international cricket match as Canada defeats the United States. Canadian openers scored 123 for 11, Harley top-scoring with 39. USA bowled well, Morgan 17, Lowry 14, Machutt 15. At 6pm, Canada 13-0 in the second innings.
At Chicago Union stock yards the Lake Shore company continues work under Winchester rifles. Notices in blue pencil on despatch cards threaten Southern workers with death and feature skulls and coffins, signed by a committee.
Col William Kent died in Cromwell Connecticut Thursday at age 93. He belonged to a prominent family with connections to Ed ward Kent Maine governor and Hon George Kent, with links to Prentiss Mellen and Henry O Kent. A veteran of New Hampshire militia, he helped welcome Lafayette to Concord.
The cabinet agreed to appoint a royal commission to examine the Belfast riots. The Queen's Speech was approved and Lord Salisbury will visit Osborne to confer with the Queen. A cabinet majority favored proroguing Parliament to February unless events in Ireland demand an autumn session. Sir Michael Hicks Beach pledged the government can keep order without special legislation.
BeLFAst reports a quiet day with stone throwing and a barrel theft incident. Protestant roughs seized a porter barrel from a dray and assaulted a woman over a truck request. police jailed the men. Taverns closed until Monday. Catholics sought protection for Catholic workers from Meyer. A constable faces trial for baton assault last June.
The Royal Netherlands Steamship Line again lowers steerage fares to and from London via Rotterdam to 12 dollars, an eight dollar cut in one case, and to Scandinavian ports to 15 dollars, a three dollar drop in another.
In New York steamship circles it was stated that all English lines will reduce fares on Monday to match rivals already cutting prices. The move aims to regain traffic and compete with established lower rates among competing lines.
Galveston report explains Judge Zubin's Paso del Norte ruling convicting Mr Cutting of repeated libel published first in Mexico and reprinted in Texas. Distribution on Mexican soil and seizure of copies are cited as completing the crime under Chihuahua law, resolving jurisdictional questions.
New York August hearings on Commissioner of Public Works Squire concluded with witnesses including Joseph B. Adamson and the Mayor's secretary. Bets of 1000 dollars were offered on whether the Mayor would be out of office before the commissioner of public works. Colonel Bob Ingersoll and others discussed further indictments in the Squire Flynn affair as the grand jury was discharged until Tuesday.
Marblehead reports arrivals of the Ladoga Gracie and a flotilla including Stranger Huron Active Alice North Star Edith Sea Bird at anchor. Newport prepares for the great race as Galatea and Mayflower ready to depart amid social courtesies. New Haven fleet sails for Onset. Sagitta heads to Newport. Yacht Sylph arrives at Vineyard Haven with Toroniik also in port.
President Cleveland appointed James Shevlin post master of Sandwich replacing Frederick S. Pope whose term expired August 7. Born in Sandwich in 1888, he attended local schools and served in the Seventh United States Infantry from 1860 to 1867 including battles in Virginia and Gettysburg. He held town offices since 1884 and was endorsed by Democrats and rival Republicans alike. The community welcomes the appointment.
Christine Nilsson married Count de Casa Marianda of Spain in a private Paris ceremony. The couple began their honeymoon soon after and prepared to travel to Spain.
In Brockton on August 13 the Lasters' Union and the manufacturers' executive committee met two hours without conclusions. The manufacturers issued an ultimatum offering to resume work at prior pay under existing rules until Nov 1 if Lasters accept new terms and allow free return to Reynolds factories. Lasters refuse some terms and favor independent rulemaking. Mayor Whipple seeks an early settlement as outlook remains bleak.
The New York team defeats the Boston nine in a heavy showing with Radbourn hammered and fielding errors costly for Boston. Morrill and Radbourn homer and double helps New Yorks build and maintain lead despite late Boston rallies. Umpire Fulmer draws criticism for calls. attendance 2789.
The Ed ward P Boynton returning from the halibut banks sold 28 000 pounds in Portland at 4 cents per pound after being told by Agent Loveitt that Gloucester Boston dealers would not buy unless prices matched a monopoly. Captain Groves plans to quit halibuting as costs rise and prices stay suppressed.
The grand jury dismissed the case against Colonel William H. Gilder the Arctic explorer after Dolly Adams withdrew the complaint. Adams signed a document stating she did not believe the defendant intended to defraud her regarding a $1000 bond.
Edward P. Vose of the Boston and Maine railroad was crushed between coupling cars at the depot and died at Massachusetts General Hospital. He was 40 and lived at 65 Middlesex street Charlestown. Brakeman Charles Dwyer, 25, fell from a freight car and fractured his right leg. he was taken to MGH. Willem F. McLaughlin, young man of 126 Lincoln street, fell from a freight car on the Old Colony line and was severely injured, also sent to MGH.
About 64,000 bushels of No. 2 red wheat were posted yesterday at the New York Produce Exchange as out of condition in Woodruff stores.
The Democratic State committee prepares for the state convention while Republicans push candidate talk. Profiles cover Lodge Lovering Douglas Grinnell Andrew Brackett and others with emphasis on labor ties and regional roots in Massachusetts politics.
The national administration support is key for the Democratic candidate with John E. Russell of Leicester cited as a favored possible nominee. The piece surveys Leicester native Russell and other Massachusetts figures including William Eustis Russell, Patrick Andrew Collins, James Cellins, Leopold Morse, Henry B. Lovering, and William L. Douglas, detailing their backgrounds, careers, and potential run for governor.
The piece profiles Oliver Ames a long serving lieutenant governor noted for wealth and hospitality and compares him with rivals Ex-Congressman William W Crapo and Speaker John Quincy Adams Brackett. It notes Ames four terms in state service and family-industrial ties with Oakes Ames, Crapo's legal and political rise in New Bedford, and Brackett's Harvard law background and Boston political ascent.
Portland August 138 The acceptance letter for Bodwell nominated for Maine governor rails at labor disputes and tariff policy while praising prohibition. It argues for arbitration, wage protections, debt imprisonment abolition, child labor limits, and weekly wage payments, condemning anti prohibition factions and urging loyalty to the prohibition cause.
Hon J H Gallagher, chairman of the state committee, issues the call inviting all Republicans who support a free ballot fair count honest money prohibition of liquor and federal and state law administration to participate. A committee meeting and delegate nominating session will be at Phoenix Hall on Monday Sept 18 to organize the convention.
W H H Murray formerly of Boston and proprietor of the Golden Rule urges Burlington citizens to build a fleet of sharpie yachts on Lake Champlain. He predicts a regatta in September 1887 with many yachts and sizable prizes, drawing thousands and national attention.
The weavers at the Barnard mill in Fall River struck this afternoon after weeks of tension following a spinners' protest. Poor quality filling bought from Rhode Island mills caused waste and lower production, with workers expecting to resume Monday if spin ners return.
New York reports the executive committee of the Progressive Cigar Makers Union forbade any member from returning to work before Monday. Manufacturers push for immediate resumption, but union leaders demand one more day for preparations. The Knights claim they are not defeated and foresee employers needing the Knights of Labor label, which would require firing all non Knights.
Cardinal Taschereau communicates the Holy See has upheld the 1884 condemnation of the Knights of Labor. He notes Cardinal Simeoni’s June ruling confirms the church’s stance and urges bishops to proceed against the society as instructed. The Archbishop of Quebec closes with assurances of devotion.
Charles O Neil, a Portland saloon keeper, shot his bartender Timothy Short in the back. Short is expected to die from a pistol wound through the kidneys as jealousy over the bartender and a suspected affair with O Neil's wife triggers violence. O Neil attacked his wife, searching for a bank book containing 170 dollars, then fled with others after the shooting and remains at large.
A blaze at P. J. Smith & Co. junk and paper stock warehouse on Middle street caused heavy smoke and forced a tough fight by firefighters. Daniel Crowley and Nathaniel Bishop suffered serious injuries from falling glass while another firefighter sustained severe facial and neck burns. Stock and building losses are pegged at 3000 dollars, fully insured with the Washington Company of Boston.
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