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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1893
Page
2
In Haverhill, once the world’s leading shoe center, business remains slack but not dire. Firms like Searle & Webster fail, leaving about 100,000 dollars in debts, while others report slow collections and large orders alike. Hat mills and woollen shops show mixed activity as government contracts buoy some firms.
New York August 20 Aubrey Boucicault son of the late Dion Boucicault and Amy Busby actress were married in 1892. Mrs Busby sues for divorce naming Victory Bateman as co respondent alleging Boucicault's continued attentions to Bateman since last year and cohabitation in New York. The complaint says the pair have not lived together five or six months and Boucicault has moved West and performed light comedy while Bateman continues with Lawrence Henley and will head to Boston and other cities before joining Coghlan company.
The Parthian sank the Siesta off Edgemore Point last Friday night with all crew saved. Captain Ira B. Elles, age 72, died in Rockland Maine, a respected coast skipper. The Carrie C. lost four crew in Rockland and could not reach the Banks for bait. Leyland line agency remains with W H Lincoln Co. E S Booth named stevedore at Charlestown docks. Crowds enjoyed excursions despite a breezy harbor day. Mackerel catches: Stowell Sherman 150 barrels off Block Island, George I. Edmunds 130 off Maine, W B Keen 112 off Rhode Island.
The North Shore hosts a busy week of events at Winthrop Beach and Shirley House. Guests include many top players for the annual tennis tournament week, with plans for a mock trial, readings by Maud Murray, dances, a firemen’s ball, and a St. John's Church garden party. Revere firemen march in a Labor Day parade as residents back the festivities and visitors from nearby towns attend.
William Brown, 71, died in Ger man Hospital after living frugally at 47 East Houston Street since April. Neighbors recalled his quiet life and odd habit of saving money, while inspectors noted $50,000 in secure securities locked in his bedroom. He ate sparingly, made gas for a home stove from scraps, and frequented nearby cheap eateries.
Irishmen and a Unionist describe the House of Commons row after the Home Rule skirmish. T M Healy says Gladstone was mocked as a Herod while Judas cries rose from the gallery. William O Brien notes Irish restraint and Tory violence, with Baron Rothschild blaming government curbs on debate.
In an extended interview Mayor Matthews discusses his inability to run for governor, naming potential strong candidates like Josiah Quincy and John E Russell while noting office aversions. He predicts the Sherman law repeal by a Democratic Congress, outlines tariff adjustments, and comments on a rapid transit plan. He praises democracy’s future, cites Boston press chatter, and mentions Princeton’s Dr. James McCosh admiring the mayor.
Chairman E W Burdett says his vote at the Republican city committee meeting was for September 22. Presho, contrary to Hart supporters, backed September 13. The dispute centers on who led the Pillsbury faction at Friday night’s session.
Prompted by a citywide sale, Paine's furniture showcases modern spring styles in luxurious sofas leather arm chairs dressing cases shaving stands and more at prices one third of original cost. The sale emphasizes exceptional value with a claim of scarcity in luxury furniture.
Passengers on a :45 Lynn to Boston train were delayed near Maverick street East Boston when the engine derailed at a switch. Six cars remained on track. travelers shifted to horse cars and streetcars until service resumed at 9 30. Investigators suspect a small obstruction in the frog, noting a recent nearby obstruction.
In Winthrop on Crystal Bay two youths Sydney Troeder and Charley Leighton saved a man from drowning after he fell from a steamer. The 13 and 12 year old boarders aboard the New Winthrop House acted quickly, securing the man and bringing him to safety at Owl Cottage. The rescued man, McCluskey, later recovered enough to travel home. The rescue sparked wide local excitement and praise for the boys.
Mr Marks of 41 Chester Park Boston reports rapid relief from sour stomach and acidity after three doses of Hood's Sarsaparilla. He says he continued to take three bottles and was entirely cured. Hood's Pills are not after dinner pills.
An advertisement extols Perry Davis Pain Killer as a tested, proven cure for all pain categories. It claims fifty years of use with no failure and urges readers to keep and recommend the remedy to others.
The Confederate veterans gathering in Birmingham in October will see tableaux featuring the Southern States. Each state is represented by a leading unmarried woman, with Virginia, North Carolina, Kentucky, Mississippi, Florida, and others listed. The production traces Civil War eras and ends with United We Stand. Mrs. Grant was invited but cannot attend.
In a staged sequence at the Winnie Davis Wigwam the States are personified by Miss Lily McGee of Van Buren Alabama Miss Carrie Toney Cochran of Eufaula Georgia Miss Caroline Gordon daughter of the distinguished Senator and Miss Leila Laurens Chisolm of Charleston South Carolina Each holds a banner bearing an inscription related to their state and heritage
London reports an unprecedented midsummer heat wave with Queen Victoria enduring intense temperatures. She seeks relief in Osborne Park and surrounding cooling devices while doctors advise a Balmoral retreat to gain fresh air and respite.
Buzzard's Bay August 20 The President spent the Sabbath with his family indoors at Gray Gables. The air was hot and muggy. It is reported he plans a fishing excursion with Dr. Bryant and Joseph Jefferson to Wakeley Lake during the coming week.
In Chicago today the World’s Fair drew a small crowd. Although the pavilions were open, nearly all exhibits were draped or covered, limiting public viewing and activity.
Brockton reports exclusive Post note that Rev. N B Thompson will reside at United States Hotel in Boston to prepare for lawsuits aimed at overturning the South Congregational Church verdict. He plans to confer with counsel, review papers, and possibly enter cases in October or November with witnesses named from Portland and nearby hotels.
Rev N B Thompson preached on a two men love from the Jonathan and David story to Damocles and Harmony lodges Knights of Pythias. He spoke of scandal and the need for compassion and unity, ending with a reception where members expressed sympathy for his troubles.
East Dedham buzzed at noon as reports of a murder in Jerusalem proved false. A gun was discharged by Robert Krug at three Cameron brothers over a board bill. Ewing Cameron was hit in the ankle. Krug, 50, was jailed in Hyde Park on $300 bail awaiting Monday hearing before Trial Justice Terry.
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