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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1876

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Slander Rebuffed in House as Hewitt Floors Kasson

Washington August 15. In a dawn House showdown Mr Hewitt of New York delivered a masterful rebuttal to Kasson’s charges against Gov. Tilden. The speech exposed false accusations, refuted with Tilden’s card denying authorship of the peace circular, and earned broad Democratic praise while stunning Republicans.

House Kasson Gov. Tilden Hale Blaine Morton Tweed Hoar Cox Randall Hewitt Tilden Conger Lapham Day of New York

Ohio and Mississippi strike continues with threatened general walkout

The Ohio and Mississippi line remains disrupted as freight on the Louisville branch is stopped at Deputy Indiana. Pay cars reached Vincennes with full pay and discharge for some, while others took June wages by August 31 checks. Firemen and engineers express discontent. militia may arrive at Vincennes to restart trains. Meetings in Vincennes and Indianapolis condemn withholding pay and urge government charter forfeiture. Governor Hendricks issues a statewide proclamation.

Cincinnati Ohio and Mississippi Louisville Deputy Indiana Vincennes Vincennes i Seymour Gimpert Congress Indianapolis Ind Gov Hendricks State OF Indiana Executive Department Ohio and Mississippi County of Knox

Governor calls on citizens to disband unlawful combination

The governor urges citizens and public officers to end the illegal combination and restore law and order. He calls for enforcement actions, punishment for any contumacious members, and public peace, noting military readiness at state buildings to move as ordered.

Indianapolis

First East River cable for Brooklyn Bridge laid across

New York Aug 15 report details the initial East River cable lay for the Brooklyn Bridge. Five thousand spectators watched as the wire from the Brooklyn tower was paid out and hoisted across to New York. The two cables of chrome steel, each three quarters of an inch thick, weigh about one pound per foot and will form the temporary work bridge and eventual main cables. The piece also notes a murderers defense plan, a fatal stepfather confrontation, sale of Baxter steam canal boats, and a brutal assault.

East River Brooklyn New York Brooklyn Tower New York Tower Bayreuth New York Times Siegmund Wotan Friea Siegelinde Hunding Brunnhilde Mme. Materna Herr Niemann Niemann George of Hanover Herr Betz Wagner Mlle. Scheftsky Seigelinde Emperor William

Nomination and Flag Raising in Vermont and Massachusetts

The Third Vermont District Democratic Convention at Essex Junction nominated Hon. John L. Edward of Newport for Representative. A Tilden and Hendricks flag was raised with speeches by A. O. Brewster and George M. Fisk. In Lowell the Seventh District Republican Committee set a Sept. 15 convention at Jackson Hall to nominate a Congressional candidate.

Boston Post Essex Junction Vermont Jno. L. Edward Newport Tilden and Hendricks A. O. Brewster Boston George M. Fisk, Esq Northfield Lowell Republican District Committee Seventh District Congress Jackson Hall Avensta L. M. Staples Washington Markin Committee Edward K. O’brien Thomaston Isaac Reed Waldoboro Blaine J.C. Manson Pittsfield

Nominations by Kennebec County Democratic Convention

At the Kennebec County Democratic Convention Alfred Winslow of Waterville and P. H. Bradford of Winthrop were nominated for Senators S Lancaster of Augusta for Judge George Giles of Winthrop for Register of Probate Orlando Currier of Hallowell for Sheriff H A Priest of Vassalboro for County Attorney J Frank Pierce of Augusta for Treasurer and John Holmes of Litchfield for Commissioner.

Augusta Kennebec County Alfred Winslow Waterville P. H. Bradford Winthrop S. Lancaster George Giles Orlando Currier Hallowell H. A. Priest Vassalboro J. Frank Pierce John Holmes Litchfield

South Carolina Democratic State Convention Opens in Columbia

The Democratic State Convention meets in the State House in Columbia with enthusiasm for a straight Democratic ticket. Delegates from every county attend as the largest assembly of white citizens since 1860, and Wade Hampton is likely to be renominated for Governor.

Columbia S. C Wade Hampton State House

Dickey Nominated for Congress in Second Vermont District

The Democratic Congressional Convention in White River Junction nominates Hon. A M Dickey of St Johnsbury for Congress. Sixty four delegates attended with C N Davenport presiding. Speeches by Davenport and Dickey followed the nom, flag-raising at 3 PM and a Grover Hall meeting with Fletcher and others.

White River Junction Vermont A. McLane C. N. Davenport John D. Pickett A.M. Dickey St. Johnsbury Col A. M. Dickey Tilden and Hendricks Grover Hall G. L. Fletcher Col. Dickey

Grant Explains His View of Bristow and Wilson Scandals

President Grant, in a White House interview, defends his integrity and motives amid whiskey fraud inquiries. He denies coercing Bristow to resign, recounts Bristow’s promises to resign, and asserts a policy of holding all officials to account. He notes Wilson’s testimony, clarifies Babcock and Porter links, and maintains no one, regardless of rank, should escape punishment if guilty. He ends by underscoring his support for full, fair investigations.

Banks Cox New York M. C. Kerr Washington New York Herald Grant White House Congressional Bristow Wilson United States Treasury Congressional Investigating Committee Bluford Wilson Gens. Babcock and Porter U.S. Grant, Jr Gen. Babcock San Domingo Gen. Porter Washington Heights New York City Gen Butterfield Treasury Department Casey Babcock and Porter George H. Sharpe Port of A. 8. Grant, Jr Sherman and Van

Cotton State Averages Show Varied Health Across Regions

Respective cotton states report mixed July averages as drought and heavy rains damage crops, especially in eastern counties and along the Mississippi. Caterpillars appear at many locales with limited current damage but August risks prompt preparations, with state readings: North Carolina 96, South Carolina 97, Georgia 104, Florida 89, Alabama 103, Mississippi 92, Louisiana 89, Texas 106, Arkansas 98, Tennessee 120.

Louisiana North Carolina Florida Mississippi South Carolina Georgia Alabama Washington Department of Agriculture Texas Arkansas Tennessee

Saratoga Races and Trotting Wins Across New England

At Saratoga six horses started the three-quarters dash with Madge narrowly winning over Freebooter and Inspiration. In the mile and three quarters free handicap Burgoo triumphed with Galway second and Vigil third. A two mile hurdle race saw Resolute surge to the front to beat Kelso and Stanford. Lewiston Trotting Park in Maine reported Kennebec Boy winning the three-minute class, with heats led by Jim Farnham’s best at 2.354 for the 2.28 purse. Lowell Trotting Park opened with Govetro ted and other entries, while Utica Park reported Irene sweeping three straight heats in the 2.24 race and Amy B. prevailing in the later heats amid controversy over Fred’s performance and a contested finish.

Saratoga N. Y Freebooter Madge Inspiration McDaniels Vigil Big Sandy Burgoo Galway Trouble Resolute Stanford Kelso Lowell Pany Sok Vaeea Joe Ripley Ox Sandhill Ed Chapa Mosher Utica Utica Park Association Mambrino Kate Irene Carrier Capt. Smith Enfield Rose Mambrino Kate Little Fred Amy B Fred May Bird Breeze Blue Mare Annie Collins Little Gypsy Belle Bradford Frank Reeves Higby Jack Phillips

Fires rage across cities with heavy losses noted

Fire reports from New Brunswick Ontario Cincinnati Dayton Buffalo and Halifax detail multiple blazes. Losses run to tens of thousands with insurances varying. Hundreds lose jobs as a rubber factory burns in New Jersey while forests near rail lines and several towns burn fiercely in Canada with crews fighting for days.

Ottawan Ont Gloucester Cincinnati Somerset Hent County Bowman Johnson Mantz Russell Dayton Ohio First Presbyterian Church Buffalo Baker & Bros Halifax N. S Winsor Annapolis Lunenburg

Queen's Speech Read In Prorogued Parliament Describing Ireland Events

The royal commission prorogued Parliament at 2 pm as the Queen's Speech was read. A Belfast despatch notes Lady Day procession crowds clashing with rabbie, nine injured sent to hospital, with further disturbance feared tonight. Also reported: death of Henry Lowther, Earl of Lonsdale, and Frederick Cavillis's failed Channel swim after twelve hours in the water.

London Royal Belfast Rabbie Henry Lowther Earl of Lonsdale Frederick Cavillis

The Military Situation and Balkan Turmoil

London reports from Aug 15 that Serb defense under Horvatovitch and Boeker remains split with weak coordination while Turkish forces push toward Morava valley. rumors of falls and retreats grow gloomier as allies clash in Belgrade relief efforts. Montenegro defeats Turks near Kuci. peace prospects dwindle with Russian and foreign enlistment propping war. plots and indictments ripple through Belgrade, Nisch, and Vienna amid a Czaric gesture to Prince.

London Belgrade Horvatovitch Banja Morava Gurgusovatz Boeker Lukovo Saitschar Osman Pasha Viddin Deligrad Parakin Reuter’s Sava Dalmatia Kuci Fundina Podgoritza Standard Milan

Terrible shooting affray at Alamo Tennessee

A Memphis Appeal dispatch reports a shooting affray at Alamo involving Deputy Sheriff Harris and political enemies of his father. One man was killed and nine wounded, including two of Harris's sons and several others. The clash followed an assault on Harris and erupted when a pistol fired from the justice's office wounded a son of the sheriff.

Memphis Belle Station Tenn Memphis and Louisville Alamo Harris Ralf Harris Bello Mack Welles Robert Smith A. B. Trimble Wm. Overton Ray Robert Austin

Grand temperance demonstration by Band of Hope at Portsmouth

The Band of Hope in Portsmouth New Hampshire, about 300 members, plans a grand demonstration on the 23rd with a floral procession, grove meeting, and festivities. Delegations from Dover Greenland Exeter and other towns will join with emblematic cars. Veterans associations will escort and participate. Prominent temperance advocates are invited to address the field meeting.

Portsmouth N. H Band of Hope Dover Greenland Exeter Portsmouth Heavy Artillery Light Artillery City Guards

Missing Ross boy tale sparks cross border arrest

A Pine Plains dispatch reports a man and woman arrested in Sharon Connecticut with a boy believed to be Charlie Ross. The couple claim the child is the Ross brother and a man named Rhibborne of Philadelphia backs the claim. Police dispatch Selegrams to Philadelphia as the case unfolds.

Poughkeepsie N. Y Eagle Pine Plains Sharon Parker Selegrams Philadelphia

Tornadoes Struck Milton Area Causing Major Damage

A Milton tornado passed over at 1 PM bringing hail and rain. The Catholic Church toppled, part of an iron roof torn from the Milton ferry station, and trees blocked the Hudson River Railroad track. Telegraph wires were prostrated and fruit damage was heavy. A Kingston schooner lost its sails.

Poughkeepsie N. Y Milton Milton Ferry Hudson River Kingston

Indian campaign lull at Rosebud likely end of engagement

Chicago dispatch reports Gen. Terry's force of 1600 fighters and 225 supply wagons will march from Rosebud toward the Big Horn region with Crook to join on the west bank of the Rosebud. Crow scouts indicate Sitting Bull's main camp on Stinking River. crossing the Big Horn Mountains would be difficult. The expedition plans retreat to Rosebud mouth by Sept. 1, with transfers along the Yellowstone and Missouri rivers and the Far West steamship remaining for patient evacuations.

Chicago Times Fort Buford Bismarck Terry Rosebud Ferry Crook Big Horn Mountains Sitting Bull Stinking River Big Horn Missouri Fort Benton the Rosebud Yellowstone Dakota Missouri River

Train collision near Baltimore injures crew at Winans farm

A Baltimore and Potomac Railroad Philadelphia express south crashed into a siding work train at Winans farm seven miles from Baltimore around noon. The passenger train engineer had a crushed leg and a fireman was seriously hurt, with two brakemen slightly injured. Both engines and several cars were wrecked, but no passengers were reported injured.

Baltimore Baltimore and Potomac Railroad Philadelphia Express Winans Farm

Butcher Charles Packard Dies After Horse Kick

In Farmington Maine a butcher named Charles Packard was kicked in the groin by a vicious horse a few days ago and died soon after. He leaves a family. Springfield Massachusetts reports Frederick Brooks, 12, son of George Brooks of Philadelphia a book publisher, was killed at West Springfield last night when stepped upon by a colt.

Farmington Charles Packard Springfield Mass Frederick George Brooks Philadelphia West Springfield

Supreme Council opens annual session of Free Masons

The annual session of the Supreme Council 33d degree Free Masons began today in New York and will run through Friday. Tonight at the Masonic Temple Aurora Drain Consistory of New York will exemplify the 19th degree titled Grand Pontiff, while the Supreme Council and sister consistories will be presided over by Judge Josiah H. Drummond of Portland Maine, Most Puissant Sovereign, and Chas T. McClenahan, Illustrious Commander-in-Chief.

New York Supreme Council Masonic Temple Aurora Drain Josiah H. Drummond Portland Chas. T. McClenahan

Wagner Festival Lisgtried Postponed in Bayreuth

The Wagner Musical Festival in Bayreuth Bavaria August 15 postponed the Lisgtried performance to tomorrow due to Herr Betz illness with hoarseness.

Bayreuth Bavaria

Blackfeet Resolve to Stay Friendly with Government

Letters from the Blackfeet Indian Agency report a full council among the Bloods Blackfeet and Piegan tribes rejecting Sitting Bull's proposals. They expressed a wish to send scouts to aid the Government against the Sioux.

New York Blackfeet Indian Agency The Bloods Blackfeet Sitting Bull

Hail and Gale Hit New England Towns on Aug 15

Hailstones over half an inch fell at Wiscasset Maine during an evening shower. In Portsmouth New Hampshire a severe afternoon gale blew down trees damaged small buildings and uprooted crops in a half mile wide tract with heavy rain.

Wiscasset Portsmouth N. H

Loss of Two Fishermen Reported Near Grand Banks

The schooner Aberdeen, arriving from the Grand Banks, reports the loss of two men from Sweden, Charles Olsen and Charles Strimm. They left the ship to visit their trawls, vanished in fog and could not rejoin the vessel.

Gloucester Mass Aberdeen Grand Banks Charles Olsen Charles Strimm Sweden

Doubtful Sioux Battle Report Reaches Crow Camp

Washington Aug 15 At army headquarters yesterday doubt arose over a Sioux squaw scout report claiming a fierce clash with Gen Crook and near annihilation of Sioux forces. Gen Sherman said he has a similar report from another direction, sent from the Red Cloud Agency via Laramie, suggesting more substance than first thought.

Washington Army Crow Camp Crook Sherman Red Cloud Agency Laramie

Pioneer Press reports Black Hills expedition skirmish

A twenty five man expedition with teams from the Black Hills reached the area today and fought Indians on the march, one man killed and one wounded. Miners in the Hills report rich placers and low prices for provisions. No new news on Gen. Terry’s last battle beyond signals from the steamer Western. Fort Peck reported Terry’s earlier fight with Sioux with large casualties. The steamer Josephine sails from Fort Buford with government freight and troops tomorrow.

St. Paul Minn Ava Pioneer Press Bismarck Black Hills Terry Western Benton Fort Peck Sitting Bull Josephine Fort Buford

Senate passes Hawaiian treaty bill and ships chartered for Honolulu

San Francisco accepts Senate approval of the Hawaiian treaty with satisfaction. Several idle vessels in port will be chartered immediately for Honolulu to support local refineries and related operations.

Mr Morrison Committee On Ways and Means Senate Missouri Kansas Nebraska San Francisco Honolulu

Bangor official named as trustee for railway bonds

W B Toe of Bangor has been approved by the Court as Trustee under the second mortgage bonds of the European and North American Railway, in place of the late J Edgar Thompson.

Bangor W. B. Toe European and North American Railway J. Edgar Thompson

Lightning strikes Rhode Island house killing girl, injuring mother

A thunderstorm in Providence struck William Dolan’s Ninth Ward home. His eleven year old daughter died and his wife was severely shocked.

Providence R. I William Dolan Ninth Ward

Oldest hack driver Summer White dies in Lowell

Three brief notices report deaths and an arrest. Summer White, aged among Lowell’s veteran hack drivers, died Tuesday morning of consumption. Lulu Lovegrove of Norwich died after injuries from a falling derrick in Providence. George Fearson, 15, collapsed at a Providence picnic from consumption. Joseph Mixlaszewski, arrested in Lawrence for indecent conduct with young girls, sends six months to the House of Correction.

Summer White Lowell Lulu Lovegrove Norwich

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