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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1888

Page

8

Rights of Canada debated in Senate fishing treaty row

The Senate resumed discussion on the fisheries treaty with Canada. Speakers defended ratification, criticized alleged rights surrender, and attacked a Woodbury letter. Gray urged postponement, while Fishermen’s rights under the treaty were highlighted. The session closed after adjournment at 0:15.

Washtnaton Senate Call Florida Sherman Key West Alaska Northwest Gray Delaware C. L. Woodbury Mr. Woodbury Canada Maryland Chesapeake Bay Great Britain Democratic Party Beck Bessemer Steel Carnegie Scotland Warwick George Boston Herald Deep Sea Assembly Knights of Labor Gloucester Fish Trust Ile Mgr. Hoar Herald Hoar Gloucester Knights of Labor Massachusetts Copiah

Fortifications Appropriation Bill Debate in Senate and House

The period covered includes attempts by Mr Phelan to secure Cherokee freedmen proceeds from lands, a printing inquiry against a New York paper, pardons lists asked by Mr Dubois, a $200000 measure to fight infectious diseases, and a long House committee session on fortifications. A gun factory at Watervliet Arsenal prompted a jurisdiction dispute between the committees on appropriations and military affairs, with several members arguing for their respective positions. The House adjourned at 5 o'clock after deliberations.

Wasmington Phelan Senate Owen Buchanen New York England Duboise Attorney Utah Idaho Davidson United States District of Columbia Townshend Illinois Watervliet Arsenal Committee On Appropriations Committee Sayers Committee On Rules Butterworth Ohio Ryan Kansas Messrs. Marsh Pennnsylvania Hooker Mississippi Land of Nebraska

Hosiery Industry and Tariff Debate on Shipboard

Aiken of Franklin Falls argues for high protection under the Mills bill to keep hosiery production competitive against foreign goods. He cites costs, wages, and raw materials, warning against free wool and tied to overproduction issues in New England mills. Blaine discusses tariff impact with a Cleveland reformer aboard the City of New York, touching ship subsidies, Brazil trade, and foreign labor.

M. Walter Aiken Franklin Falls N. H J. C. Moore Manchester Union Aiken Tom Harry Bermuda Boston Journal Laconia Harrison Walter Aiken Blaine City of New York A. L. Johnson Cleveland Johnstown Penn Johnson New York World Mr. Johnson New York England Ohio Congress Brazil Manton United States Uruguay Grant Turkey Litgland Mr. Blaine Pee Glasgow Dublin Brooklyn _ horse railroad

Alderman Gove Absent as City Board Delays Actions

Alderman Jesse Gove was absent from yesterday’s board meeting, delaying the Water Commissioner Doherty removal order. The session adjourned to Tuesday August 28 at 4 PM with several ordinances debated, including a committee referral and expense limits.

Jesse Gove Blaine Board of Aldermen Gove Doherty Wilson Dolerty Committee On Vwvilson Law Department Bailey Alderman Doherty Alderman Murphy Alderman McLauchlin Alderman Wilson Corporation Counsel Alderman McLaughlin Nettleton Yras Allen Eddy Kelley Rogers C. W. Smith G. Nays McLaughlin Murphy Short Committee On Water Water Board United States of America Galloupe Boston Harbor Boston Water Board Brenton H. de Wolf John J. Powers J. F. Harrigan New England Telemone and Telegraph Company Oliver Kilby

Midsummer Musical Festival Opens at Point of Pines

The fifth annual midsummer festival begins at the Point of Pines next Sunday and runs eight days with daily concerts. Manager Charles H Shayer and Musical Director J Thomas Baldwin unveil plans to surpass prior years featuring 100 musicians. Solo performances by Levy the cornetist and Innes the trombonist are listed, with nations represented by composers from America and older nations. Admission remains unchanged.

Point of Pines Charles H. Shayer J. Thomas Baldwin Baldwin Levy Innes America

Steamer Egypt reports Shamrock sighting at sea

The Egypt, arriving New York from Liverpool, states on Aug. 7 it spoke the Shamrock, a British yacht from the Clyde bound for Boston, at latitude 48 57 and longitude 38 44.

Egypt New York Liverpool Shamrock Clyde Boston

Kor Medtal Uses Acid Phosphate for Depression

Dr. L. G. Turner of Colfax Iowa reports relief from mental depression caused by gastric troubles after using horseord s acid phosphate. The ad promotes the product as beneficial for mood and stomach balance.

Horseord L. G Turner Colfax

Raymond and Whitcomb Excursions Planned to Yellowstone

September 10 marks the Boston departure for a Yellowstone National Park excursion with stops in Chicago Milwaukee Minneapolis and St Paul. A second group departs October 8 without the National Park tour, with winter California stays returnable until July. Two direct trips to southern California via Atchison Topeka Santa Fe depart September 10 and October 8. Contact W Raymond at 296 Washington Street for full circulars.

Raymond & Whitcomd Boston Yellowstone National Park Chicago Milwaukee Minneapolis St. Paul Park Northern Pacific Pacific, Northwest California National Park Santa Fe Southern Atchison, Sopeka & Santa Fe W. Raymond Washington Street School Street

Baby Pathfinder August issue on passenger transport lines

The August number of the Baby Pathfinder, a popular early child focused publication, has been issued. It includes all the latest details on passenger transportation lines and related travel features. Newsdealer copies are available for purchase.

Notes About The City Headlines and Events

Boston National Bank president J H Bové recovers after a summer shock of paralysis. Jewelry thieves raid Edward L Grueby store at 117 Meridian East Boston. Civil service commission reshuffle sees Arthur Lora replace Charles W Clifford. East Boston Mav erick Rifles officers election postponed to Aug 19. Past and present members and honorary members eye a Thursday gathering. Schooner George F Keene to be auctioned at De Butts Daggett wharf East Boston next Saturday. Molé the flute soloist appears at Music Hall promenade with Neuen dorff program. W H Macdonald makes debut at forthcoming concerts. Jansen night seats on sale for Tuesday 21st.

J. H. Bouvé Boston National Bank Cohasset Edward L. Grueby Meridian Street East Boston Charles W. Clifford Civil Service Arthur Lora Plymouth Lord Company L Maverick Rifles George F. Keene de Butts & Daggett’s United States District Court M. Ch. Molé Symphony Orchestra Music Hall Neuendorff W. H. Macdonald

Unrestricted Immigration Debate Moves Labor Circle

Knights of Labor secretary Edwin Blaine argues for a regulated immigration system. He cites Irish owned mills and Irish laborers, poor conditions, and debt bondage as risks, urging consular supervision and limits to those who pursue U S citizenship and institutions. He warns about wage suppression in carpentry and Italian laborers, and supports penalties on steamship firms for induced migration.

Ford Immigration Committee Edwin Blaine Massachusetts State Assembly of Knights of Labor Percy The Knights, of Labor Belfast Ireland America Ms. Berry Carpenters’ Union Boston Haine Post Gaenther Congressional Committee New York Herald Europe Agia New York City Cor Tts Americas

Battle of Giants Ends In Thirteen Inning Draw

In New York a drama filled 13 inning clash between the Giants and Chicago ended in a darkness decided draw as Ewing tied the score in the ninth inning. Baldwin pitched superbly for Chicago while Welch was hit often for New York. Weather and dust plagued play and several late rallies failed to break the stalemate.

New York Ewing Baldwin Welch New Yorks Chicagos Ward Olitwas Keren Vanti'tn Tiernan OL O Oi Duffy Connor Anson O'Rourke Pfeffer Wilkinson Burns Whitney Slattery Daly Richardson Slatiery Ryan von Haltren Duffy Vieffer Wid Washingtons O'Day Pittsburgs Myers Hene Beckley Givally Duniav ViO'nen Carroll Donnelly Dalry Mple Deassey Kuchne O’ Brien Baile Wilmot Miller Keckley Darymple Coleman Errora Pittsburgh Fuller Mille Smith Danlap Kuehne Galvin Duslap Beckley Burdick Philadelphias Indianapolis Phiiladelphias Denny Farrar H. BH. Pos A. E I. Bu.po.a. Ee Glasscock Bassett Mulvey Clements McGeachy

Worcester Worcester–Manchester baseball recap

Worcester today featured hard hitting and sharp fielding, with the Worcesters delivering the best hitting and the sharpest defense at crucial moments. The score by innings shows a lopsided display, with Worcesters leading as the game progressed.

Worcester Manchester Worcesters

Baseball Scores From City Games Across The Circuit

In Cincinnati the Cincinnatis beat the Baltimores 3 to 2. In St Louis the St Louis team defeated the Clevelands 8 to 3. In Louisville the Louisvilles won over the Brooklyns 7 to 2. In Kansas City the Kansas Citys topped the Athletics 9 to ?.

Cincinnati- Cincinnatis Baltimores St. Louis Clevelands Louisville Louisvilles Brooklyns Kansas City Kansas Citys Athletics

Seventieth Birthday Lunch for Lucy Stone Blackwell

Yesterday Mrs. Lucy Stone Blackwell marked her seventieth birthday with a luncheon at the Woman's Journal rooms. Judge and Mrs. Sewall presented a diamond crescent studded with pearls to the guest of honor. Attendees included Mrs. Whittier, Mrs. Julia Ward Howe, Colonel Higginson, and William Lloyd Garrison.

Lucy Stone Blackwell Sewall Whittier Julia Ward Howe Colonel Higginson William Lloyd Garrison

Sensibia Women Po Use Pylo's Pearline Purifier Aide

Sensibia women and others urged to try Pylo's Pearline for cleansing and disinfection. The claim highlights its purifying effects and sanitizing benefits across households and daily routines.

Obituary of Josiah S. Robinson Ex Alderman Jamaica Plain

Josiah S. Robinson ex Alderman dies at his Jamaica Plain residence after long illness. Born in New Hampton New Hampshire August 27 1321 he moved from Blackstone Street to India Street then Pond Street Jamaica Plain. He was a Republican alderman in 1878 and 1879 loved by neighbors for generosity and integrity and remembered for apt stories.

Josiah S. Robinson Robinson Jamaica Plain Mr. Robinson New Hampton N.H Aus Robinson Homestead Finley W. Robinson Loston Jesse Holbrook Robinson & Holbrook Blackstone Street Feaging North End No. 6 India Street Holbrook J. 5. Robinson & Co Robinson, Nurse & Raymond Alfred S. Woodworth Robinson & Woodworth Shawmut Avenue Pond Sires Daiaica Plain Whih Place Amin

No Boston Breweries Sold Amid Rumor of Buyout Bid

The New York Tribune reported English capitalists seeking to buy American breweries with terms favorable to sellers. It claimed four Boston breweries already secured by a syndicate and offers would target establishments worth at least 250000 dollars. Boston brewers denied any truth, expressing surprise at the tale.

New York Tribune Boston Jacob Pfaff Bay State Brewery Boston Beer Company Jones, Cook & Co

Political Handbook Issued By National Insurance Co of Hartford

A campaign book issued by the National Insurance Company of Hartford lists candidate portraits and sketches, party platforms, and relevant material. A. M. Bullard, Boston, at 30 Congress Street, is the local agent.

National Insurance Company of Hartford

Lovers and Collectors of Stamps Hold Convention

The American Philatelic Association opened its annual convention in Ellis' Hal at 24 Hayward Place with about 690 members, though not all attended. President Tiffany presided, credentials sparked proxy disputes, and officers were elected as delegates debated membership and publicity, while plans for printing the constitution in German and French were praised.

American Philatelic Association Ellis’ Hal Hayward Place John K. Tiffany St. Louis Miss Britely Unicogo Daily Committee On Credentials Committee On K. Liffany W. ©. Vanderlip International Secretar Rechert American Society International Society A. R. Gadsden Grand Crossing Henry Clotz New York Ane W.C. Stone Springfield Literary Board American Philatelist Ediorstone Poara

Funeral for William C. Rogers Held in Boston

Funeral services for William C. Rogers former resident of 232 Commonwealth Avenue who died in London England July 1 were held at First Church Berkeley and Marlboro Streets conducted by Rev Brooke Hertford Arlington Street Church. Remains were taken to Mt Auburn for burial with pallbearers S E Peabody George Z Silsbee Lovelest Saltonstall Daniel Barstow Francis Peabody and William Whitney.

William C. Rogers William ©. Rogers Commonwealth Avenue London Ling Berkeley and Marboro Streets Brooke Hertford Arlington Street Mt. Auburn S. E. Peabody George Z. Silsbee Loverest Saltonstall Daniel Barstow Francis Peabody and Wiam Whitney

Trade names and firms listed in Aperdeen mississippi ad

A garbled OCR of business names and partners across multiple cities. Entries include A Paine of R Paine & Co Yo Alleghany Blumhege of Blumhage & Co Alleghany Penn ad Biddung Atlanta force of G H A W Force Irningham 34 W CO Retse Chicago Starks Phelps Dodge & Palmer Chisago McLaughlan of Selz Schwab Columba Harris Columbus Linia Hudson of Hudson Howes Micdale Chapman Kansas City S Krreen Am Memphis Ader Bros Co George Trawel of Tidwell Rd Vikisburg Starkey of Starkey ScowGen St Louis George W Lewis of O J Lewis Wichita R South of Smith Stover.

Aperdeen Miss Paine Paine & Co Alleghany Blumhage & Co Penn Atlanta Irningham Starks Craw Chicago M Phelps Dodge & Palmer Chisago McLaughlan Selz Schwab & Co Columb Siss Harris Fie Columbus Linia A Hudson Hudson & Howes Micdale Chapman Kanges City Memphis Lenas Adier Ader Bros & Co Aim J M Tidwell & Co Vikisburg Wickeragill, Jr Springfield Starkey Starkey & ScowGen St Louis George W Lewis O J Lewis & Con Wichita Kan Smith & Stover

Larceny case sent to grand jury in Charlestown court

Adams and Curtis Jr and Frank J. Mields prosecuted for larceny of gold chains from unknown victims. In Charlestown court, E F Taylor faces assault with a knife on Edwin Merville, with case continued to the 17th. bond set at $500.

Auag Adams and Curtis, Jr Frank J. Mields Charlestown E. F. Taylor Edwin Merville

Hotels Guest List From Various Cities

Yesterday’s hotel ledger lists guests from New York Charleston and Detroit among others including Mrs J H Parker Miss Annie V Jones C M Henderson and wife the Misses Henderson A W Nickerson Henry H Mudd Mrs Mudd H Sanders Miss Blanche Sanders Mrs Dr Fil Burden Miss Ada N Burden Attleboro Mass Brunswick W P Hamilton Mrs Davis Hamilton Detroit Samuel Freeway Mrs Freeman and family Morristown N J Mr and Mrs W A Weidersheim Theodore Weidersheim Jr Philadelphia Mrs W K Dobson Miss Dobson Tec Frick Oregon J E Fell Miss E S Cash Philadelphia Adams John K Tiffany St Louis G W Whitelaw Glasgow D S Macfarlane Tampa B C Douglass and family Fargo John Freisdadius Stockholm Emery Speer United States Circuit Judge Georgia Samuel Kay New York Mrs James A Wright St Louis Charles Stickney Foudu Lac Tremont R I Booth Melbourne Australia William Allen Butler and wife Misses Butler T A Siage and wife F W Douglass and wife H G Glat London Parker s Eugene Griffin Henry C Corbin Mr and Mrs William Le Baron Chicago William Howell and wife the Misses Howell Young s Mrs M White and family Baltimore Charles A Hobbs and wife Wilkes Barre J S Grinnell and family Chicago

Vendome J. H. Parker New York Annie V. Jones Charleston C. M. Henderson Henderson A. W. Nickerson Marion Henry H. Mudd Mudd St. Louis H. Sanders Baltimore Blanche Sanders Fil. Burden Ada N. Burden Attleboro Mass Brunswick W. P. Hamilton Davis Hamilton Detroit Samuel Freeway Freeman Morristown N. J W. A. Weidersheim Theodore Weidersheim, Jr Philadelphia W. K. Dobson Dobson Bloominston Frick Oregon J. E. Fell Cash Adams John K. Tiffany G. W. Whitelaw Glasgow Macfarlane Tampa Kla W. B. Douglass Fargo Dak John Freisdadius Stockholm United States Emery Speer Georgia Samuel Kay James A. Wright Charles Stickney Fou-du-Lac Wis Tremont R. I. Booth Chicago William Howell

Sale of Fine Horses Across Town

A. W. Davis sold last week several fine horses including a fast roadster to Dr. Cushing of Dorchester a bay Kentucky horse to Mr. Tappan of Milton a saddle and harness horse to C A Cutting a handsome horse to Joun Atkins of Beacon Street for his brougham and a fast stepper to a gentleman in Marblehead.

A. W. Davis Dr. Cushing Dorchester Mr. Tappan Milton C. A. Cutting Joun Atkins Beacon Street Marbiehead

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