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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1880
Page
2
The Portsmouth health officer once quarantined the Tennessee and now the commander treats the harbor as his own. Locals accuse the ship of contempt and neglect, arguing it bypassed Portsmouth and harmed the city in heart and pocket.
The note recalls Eliza Pinks ton unfolding a tale and Joshua K. Osgood’s governor nomination by the Maine Prohibitionists. It suggests Osgood is afflicted with unconscious absorption, a disease tied to the Rev. Dr. Lorimer case, and mentions Eliza’s reply received after the public exclamation through a former Mulligan associate.
The 1878 Manchester Mirror labeled the Credit Modelier Investigating Committee conclusion too thin and urged kicking out all who sold themselves from Congress. It linked this stance to Garfield whom the Mirror would have voted president rather than ejecting from Congress.
The Montgomery Advance quotes Northern Republican papers alleging Democratic gains in Alabama and asserts that colored men aided the Democracy to win a large majority. It says colored men are satisfied and refers the matter to the Journal and Advertiser papers with interest in colored men’s affairs.
The notice outlines multiple auction sessions from Aug 30 to Sept 2 featuring items like boots and shoes, carpets, ribbons, and dry goods. Major firms listed include George R. Hichborn & Co, Sullivan Bros & Libbie, Wilmerding Hoguet Co, J C McCurdy, Lippincott Son & Co, Francis Henshaw & Co, and Samuel Bunting's Sons & Co across New York Philadelphia and New Orleans. Times vary from morning to afternoon sessions.
Maine Unionists from Democrats Greenbackers Liberal Republicans and others oppose the Blaine Hamlin leadership. Citizens like Thomas Strout and Henry Haskell publish letters praising Democratic effort, denouncing Republican figures and citing Plaisted as a brave honest candidate. Witnesses defend Plaisted against charges and recount service with the Eleventh Maine.
Correspondence of Washington Post argues that Alabama’s shift from Republican to Democratic rule cut state expenses, reduced debt, and increased funds in treasuries. It cites fiscal years 1873 and 1879, noting tax changes, borrowing, and improved payment of jury fees to Black residents, suggesting improved conditions under Democrats.
Gen Hancock writes from New York Harbor to S Jourdan of Flatbush urging that people lead the political process through a fair free vote. He expresses confidence in purer better public administration as the outcome of the upcoming decision.
The Manchester Mirror demands the expulsion of Republican candidates Ames and Brooks from Congress for bribery. It argues two parties aided the wrongdoing and that even those bribed should face removal, urging a thorough cleansing and removal of all who sold themselves.
The Colorado Republican State Convention opened at 10 30 with ex Gov Rouett delivering an urging speech C W Tankersley Leadville chosen temporary chair man Senator Teller spoke criticising the Democracy over free ballot and voter suppression Renewed calls for harmony Gov Pitkin renominated for a second term and a slate listed for lieutenant governor secretary of state auditor treasurer and superintendent of public instruction Also reports Kansas Democratic State Convention nominations and other party nominations across several states including Arkansas Tennessee and Missouri with multiple congress nominations and decisions
Reports from EpinG New Hampshire detail Eben L. Chapman under arrest for the death of George S. Gotham after a violent confrontation behind Chapman's saloon. Blood evidence, broken vessels, and a blood trail to a stable point to a fatal wound. witnesses testify, and Chapman is committed for grand jury action in Portsmouth. Funeral services followed. new clues emerge.
In Portsmouth New Hampshire on August 26 the fever outbreak aboard the U S Portsmouth is traced to defective water closet pipes. Waste material settled between decks causing a foul odor for months. Workers lifted planking and used a yard steam engine to wash and purify between decks.
Festivities at the Wentworth Hotel in New Castle New Hampshire feature a carnival with sloop sack dory wheelbarrow potato three legged and tub races. Two thousand spectators witness a gala day ending with a concert by Kate Wells and other vocalists, a Boston Museum Company dramatic, and a grand ball. Grounds are brightly lit for the occasion.
New York announces the forthcoming publication of The Life of Winfield Scott Hancock Personal Military and Political by Rev D X Junkin and Frank H Norton. The book includes the Sherman Hancock correspondence with public interest high and features a telegram dated December 4 1876 from Headquarters Army of the U S Washington D C to Gen Hancock granting leave.
General W. S. Hancock is informed of consent to a proposed trip and the arrival of three Artillery Company units from Fort Sill to Columbus, Ohio. Sherman notes objections to moving troops toward the South, mentions political orders to Ruger via the President, and expresses concern over using soldiers with a legislative body while maintaining obedience to the President. He hopes Mrs. Hancock and St. Louis friends are well.
General Winfield S Hancock informs the Adjutant General that he departs New York for a short absence in St Louis. He provides his ab sence address at Carondelet post-office and telegraphic address via the St. Louis Arsenal Jefferson Barracks. A true copy is signed by Colonel John M Bacon.
Washington December 17 1876 Army letter to Gen Hancock denying reports of changes in command says no orders from President or War Secretary and urges peace and holiday rest. It notes rumors in St Louis Republican and asserts no plans for changing command and warns against dissension among officers.
In a January 1877 exchange, Gen Winfield S Hancock questions a rumored plan to seize Jeffersonville depot and arm a Democratic Indiana army. He notes no arms at the post and leaves discretionary action to Gen Sherman with caution toward troop movement.
In a January 6 1877 letter from New York Winfield S Hancock discusses the Hayes Tilden contest and a possible joint committee solution. He notes the likelihood of Hayes gaining chances and the potential impact of a presidential veto or court appeal, ending with a postscript about military discipline writings and a true copy by John M Bacon.
General W. T. Sherman writes General Hancock recommending rapid return of troops to pre election posts with exceptions for twelve to thirteen artillery companies and an artillery school at Fort Monroe. He proposes specific transfers from South Carolina and Washington posts and notes weather delaying movement until ten days hence.
Har r itford Conn Aug 26 At least 5 000 spectators watched five harness races led by Charley Ford who won the deciding sixth heat in the 2 19 class after a dead heat with Hannis The 2 22 pacers Ben Hamilton won all heats and Hannis lowered his 2 19 record to 2 17 4 in the fourth heat Also noted were Wilbur F victory in 2 36 class and sales of Wilbur F and Gov Stamford at Dan Mace sale later events included baseball and Saratoga and lacrosse results.
London dispatches report Ayoob Khan has mobilized an estimated 100000 followers and fortified Ghavdahar area as the siege of Candahar intensifies. Afghan cavalry disrupts Gen Roberts advance while battles near Gandesan test British defenses amid suspected Russian involvement. Hartington notes Gen Stewart did not destroy Sherpur fortifications.
Times dispatches reveal a seditious Turkish proclamation circulated in Constantinople condemning the Imperial family and accusing the sultan of destroying a six century empire. The sultan, alarmed but cautious, hopes to avoid decisive action until he doubts European coercion. A despatch reports the Powers’ collective note rejects reopening Greek frontier negotiations.
Kingston reports a disastrous hurricane last night leaving thousands homeless. Crops trees and farm produce destroyed as colossal trees uprooted and churches demolished. Barracks ruined wharves gone and numerous vessels wrecked. Famine feared and aid requested for starving people.
A six year old girl named Nettie, daughter of Charles H. Bartlett of North New Portland, died instantly when a log rolled onto her in a mill yard on Saturday.
James A. Edgerly Far Great Falls lawyer files for damages on behalf of Sarah A. Canney wife of William H. Canney in Dover jail murder case. Suit targets John F. Scruton alleging cider sale under influence caused the killing of Canney's son Carlton Ide, 16, at Claremont Manufacturing bindery where Ide lost three fingers. Canney's deposition was taken Monday.
A chalk mine was discovered about seventeen miles from Rutland in Plymouth. The Burlington district camp meeting of the Methodist Episcopal Church began at Spring Grove campground, New Haven Vermont with 113 tents and cottages on the ground. Butter prices in St. Albans ranged from 18 to 24 cents per pound with selections at 25 and fancy lots higher. general price 23 to 24 cents. Shipments totaled about 1 200 packages. The sea serpent was again seen on Sunday night at 9 o'clock in Lake Champlain between North Hero and Alburgh with eight people aboard the schooner Mary D Craig. about twelve feet of the creature’s ship was visible and it moved north. Two thousand people attended a Hanover meeting at Chester New Hampshire Tuesday night with speakers Col Warddell Captain R H start M H Goddard and George L Fletcher. Springfield delegation arrived with a band and lively enthusiasm. Royalton Grange and five nearby granges held a picnic and farmers meeting in the grove near Royalton Tuesday with about 1 000 attendees. Col A B Franklin opened the meeting and Vermont State Grange master spoke, followed by Hon Jd J Woodman of Michigan master of the National Grange, Hon D C Denison, and Hon A Messer Vermont State Grange grand lecturer.
Fire in South Lawrence destroyed most of Castle Mayo's paper mill and stock. Alfred N Mayo and Castle planned new operations nearby. sixty workers faced unemployment as insurance covered most losses. Fire origin unclear, suspected spontaneous combustion in rag cutting. Separate reports note multiple fires in New York and Vermont with varied losses and insured amounts.
An agreement will add a direct West Hartlepool to United States steamship service linked with Erie and other railways. Four ships chartered, with fortnightly sailings, creating weekly U S connections via New York to northeast England ports. News also notes cattle fever checks and Irish eviction precautions alongside whale wool sales and ship losses.
President Hayes departs Washington at 9:30 PM with family members and select officials for Tremont Ohio. The party plans to reach Chicago by Sept. 2 with crews meeting in Omaha as needed. Pension payments totaling about 4 million dollars have been disbursed this month, and the public debt report due Sept. 1 is expected to show a notable decline. The Treasury bought 450000 ounces of fine silver for delivery to three mint cities.
The Supreme Lodge of the Knights of Pythias elected officers for the next two years. G W Lindsay from Maryland was named supreme chancellor and John P Linton of Pennsylvania was chosen supreme vice chancellor. Other officers include Rev W Bryce Thompson of Tennessee supreme prelate, John P Stumpban of Indiana supreme exchequer, Joseph Lawdall of Ohio supreme keeper of records and seals, J Rufus Smith of West Virginia supreme master-at-arms, G B Shaw of Wisconsin supreme inner guard, and John W Thompson of the District of Columbia supreme outer guard.
New York a private detective G B Farnham was arrested on charges of kidnapping and blackmail. He allegedly used an arrest warrant from a neighboring state to lure a man to New York and extort 146 dollars by threatening detention in the Tombs. In Kings county Supreme Court Judge Barnard denied a stay of proceedings in the Edwin Forrest Home will case.
Caleb Dalton and Peter Mead were arrested as accessories in the June 30 murder of Louis Schmidt at Amityville. Edward Hegeman is held as the principal. Dalton and Mead face a hearing tomorrow.
The Spirit of the Times reports that Bonnie Scotland has produced $84,055 through Aug 26, with Kirk's guide estimating about $87,500 in winnings. Projections suggest totals could rise to well over $100,000, the most ever won by a single American sire in one year.
Two former City Water Department clerks William F. Sinclair and George W. Sharretts were arrested after being discharged two weeks earlier. Sharretts faced embezzlement charges of 1500 dollars while Sinclair was charged with 5000 dollars. They waived examination.
Wilmington Delaware August 26 William Neal colored awaiting execution for a April assault on Miss Margaret Gosser has a respite from Governor Hall until February 28 The delay aims to allow the Supreme Court to decide if Neal deserves a fair trial by a mixed jury since colored men were barred from juror service in the original proceedings
Denver Aug 26 The Tribune reports from the Southern Ute Agency that Commissioners have arrived and set up camp. Delays stem from Southern Indians tardiness and Chief Ouray's illness. Signing is anticipated but expected to be very slow.
Capt. Lohman of stoop Madge and Capt. Charles Hance of Rockaway Beach police were out blue-fishing when a sudden squall pushed them toward Barren Island for shelter. Hance, glancing from the cabin, observed a developing situation at sea.
Charles Frost, one of the victims in the May's Landing New Jersey crash, died at Pennsylvania Hospital last night, raising the death toll to twenty six from the collision.
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