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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1890

Page

2

Massachusetts and the call of duty across generations

The speaker argues that America's greatness rests on moral strength and civic character, not population. He cites Massachusetts, Lexington and Concord, and historical figures to stress responsibility of towns and citizens to uphold virtue, urging continued courage and unity to preserve national identity.

Lexington Green Concord Bridge Bunker Hill Saratoga Yorktown United States of America Massachusetts Commonwealth Nelson New Yorker Hoar New England Severn

Improved Order of Red Men Session in Lawrence Hall

The Great Council of Massachusetts Improved Order of Red Men met at Lawrence Encampment Hall, 724 Washington Street. Fred O. Downes presided. report showed growth with nineteen new tribes and membership rising from 13,431 to 14,087. Financials: receipts 15152.48, expenditures 12514.28. New officers named, chiefs raised, voting system to be revised, and districts created with regional chiefs.

Great Council of Massachusetts Lawrence Washington Street Fred O. Downes United States Committee On Charles H. Symonds Sagamore William Brown Alger J. Peter Gardner Wampum Fred Dobie Pred _O. Downes William T. Litchman Samuel P. Tenney W. C. van Derlip E. SS. Watt William Scampton William J. Dinsmore Charles A. Russell Charles H. Litchman A. H. Benton C. A. Russell C. P. Dodge N. E. Converse J. K. O'Dell Downes Dinsmore Sannap George Steele, Jr Roishinewa F. W. Boyd KE. Bigelow Forest E. F. Whitten James A. Fox

Lard bill moves as Tariff clashes with rice and tea duties

Washington notes the conference report on railroad land forfeiture and tariff legislation, with amendments from the finance committee on sugar, molasses, tea, hides, and fish, plus detailed changes to rice duties and garden seeds. The debate weighs reciprocal trade impacts and port access as the Senate adjourns pending further action.

Moran Pinmi Mie Ald- Tich United States Fianee Gibson Carliste Finance Committee House

Avon Celebrates New Shoe Factory In Grand Dedication

Avon Aug 28 Today marked the town's brightest day with the dedication of a new shoe factory. Mayor William L. Douglas of Brockton delivered the dedicatory address on the shoe industry. Speeches by Thomas Tripp, Elisha C. Monk, Judges Reed and Bixby, Alderman Harris, and Colonel John Jay Whipple highlighted the event. A banquet followed, calcium lights illuminated the factory, and a large crowd danced to Porter's Orchestra with a grand march led by Charles Hi Felker and Judy. Brockton and nearby towns were well represented.

Avon William L. Douglas Brockton Thomas Tripp Elisha C. Monk Stoughton Reed and Bixby Alderman Harris John Jay Whipple R. ©. Soloman Newark N. J M. J. Daley Randolph Board of Selectmen Charles H. Felker Elijah A. Morse Canton Newhall Lynn

General Banks's Stronghold Seen in Somerville Fight

From Lunn Item Reng The real stronghold of General Banks is Somerville. When the fifth district seeks another Representative in Congress Somerville backs Banks. Burns men may vote against Fox at a crucial moment showing Banks likely to win. Also report: Lisbee Banister & Lewis mill yard Jay Vermont fire destroys 15000 lumber. rain stops spread. property valued 16600. no insurance loss.

General Banks Somerville Congress Banks Burns Fox North Troy Lisbee Banister & Lewis Jay

Ward bill debate ends in House clears eight hour rate measure

Washington Aug 28 The House sustained the chair on unfinished business voting 130 to 4 and then passed the ward bill 120 to 31 amid disputes over conduct in yesterday’s scene. The morning session resumed the laborers eight hour law claim adjustments with Iowa’s Kerr arguing strict enforcement while noting pay parity with other workers. The bill was set to continue Monday with Lacey preparing further action.

Washington Journal Yeas Richardson Tennessee Kerr Iowa Lacey

Scotch Lads and Lassies Picnic at Oak Island Run by Caledonian Club

The Boston Caledonian Club held its thirty-seventh annual picnic at Oak Island drawing over six thousand attendees. Events for members and guests featured a five mile race, multiple athletic contests, and a wide array of prize-winning feats, with McLean, Grant, Aiken, Buchan, and others earning top prizes in running, throwing, and hopping events while spectators enjoyed the parade of bunting and flags.

Boston Caledonian Cliub Oak Island Therove James Grant McClelland Priday A.D. McLean J. A. Mcbonwall McDougally D. McLean Charles Taylor George Brown George Waldie W.S. Mann Thomas Aiken William McLellan A. Campbell William Buchan J, Dunpar N. Hudson D. D. McLean G. P. Watson Archie Scott J. VP. Watson W. Buehan Campbell John Dunnat Hitch Kick P. Watson I. Aiken George Robertson Robert BE Grant UW. A. McDonald Ilee. McDonald Robert Krant James Frew A. H. McDonald K. If. Grant Kid Case D. Bennett P. Gallagher Robert Neilson Perkins George Seynour Ed Case Maley Burns Thomas Aitken K- Dwyer F. Cavanaugh John Cattanagh Llin John Purcell Gyuin J. A. Mc.Dougall C. J. Jurry Arthur Finemat Sol Sin Watson Scott Steve Farrell Piper Donovan George Kimball Peter Sinclair D. F. Morgan FP. H. Whitlock Thomas Sutcliffe Joan Sutcliffe McDonald Charles Curry Lin Sam McLean Steve Farrel Tayiey Burns S Case F. HI. Whitlock D. Morean Thomas Suteliffe John Sutele Eilen Scott Charles Janiells Dennis Driscoll H. S. Jones Seann Trusair J. Whitlock L. Surley Sutcliffe John Cavanagh MicLean C. Purdy James Kennedy Slh Shames Aiken Sybasc Ore Udeo Robert Brown Pouch Vonovan Birst T. F. Carney T'ein T. Murphy

Eight Hour Law Extended In Senate Action On Government Labor Bill

Clayton and Breck lpitoupe debated the bill establishing an eight hour day for government labor and contractors work. Amendments by Connell McComas and Cutcheon passed or failed as votes moved through the measure. The session adjourned after approving related relief and site-selection actions in Washington.

Clayton Brecklpitoupe Mr. Connell Nebraska Messrs.Connell O'Donnell Atkinson West Virginia Caldwell Ware Rely Cummings McComas Lawler Paranhar Matehler Cutcheon Michigan Flower New York Jeave Cuteheou Washington

Incendiary Fires Hit Tonawanda Area in 24 Hours

A spate of fires in Tonawanda and nearby towns, including Dodge's planing mill and multiple lumber yards, is believed incendiary. The Lakeside Satinet Mill buildings burned, with losses likely high as no insurance covered the stock and shoddy mill. A $1000 reward was offered by the Lumber Association for the arsonist's capture.

ToxAwanda N. Y Holland Bros Bliss Tames Tonawanda Company Worersten Amz Stock House

Our Duty to Ourselves and the State A Citizens’ Decline

Charles Nagle lectures the Ethical Society of St. Louis on social and political ills and the crisis of citizenship. He argues that while institutions were once admired, the danger now lies in citizen character. He contrasts revolutionary-era leaders and resilient public virtue with contemporary complacency and factionalism.

Charles Nagle Ethical Society of Boston Harbor Bunker Hill Bismarck Gladstone Brignt Cavour England Quincy Adams Massachusetts Samuel Adams New York Alexander Hamilton McLanchhon Smith Lansing Yates Clinton Hamilton Smith United States Joelferson Washington Webster Clay Calhoun Benton Daniel Webster

Potter Lovell Failure: Expert at Work on Books and Street Views

An expert is examining the assets of Potter Lovell & Co after its assignment and related attachments by William A. Haskell as assignee. Reports sketch wide liabilities from 2 to 7 million dollars tied to Chicago firms J. W. Farwell & Co and Brazos River financing schemes, with widespread market speculation and questions about ties to West End stocks and Centennial mining.

Jd. W. Farwell & Co Chicago Potter Lovell Company Potter, Lovell & Co William A. Haskell C. W. Clement F. Shaw & Bro David Cummings & Co Tanners High Street Cummings & Co Federal Franklin Walter Potter Potter, Lovell & Go West Messrs. Potter, Lovell and Terrel Texas London Peter Paul J. W. Farwell & Co Farwell Post Entleman John L.chamarsero John V. Farwell & Co Boston J. W. Farewell & Co Potter Lovell Brazos River Lee & Ferguson Leavenworth, Kan Abner Taylor Chamarsero Gulf of Mexico J. W., Farwell & Co West End Thomson- Houston Electric Centennial Mining Porter Lovell Company Thomson-Houston European Electric Welding Company Forezn Potter Powell Company European Welding Company Jeading Tannery

Auction notices list various bank and railroad shares

On Wednesday September 3 at noon a sale lists many shares including Exeter Mfg Co Citizens Bank Wichita Nat Webster Bank Northern Pacific railroads and several others with par values and dates from 1890s. Collateral sale of 250 shares of Accident Insurance Co of Kansas City Missouri also noted.

Boston Merrimack Man Massachusetts Cotton Mills Lo Bates Man North Snt Suffolk Chi West Michigan RR Concord & Portsmouth RR Lo Lawrence Lt. Co Ft. Payne Coal & Iron Co Ft. Payne Investment Co E. & T. Fairbanks & Co Sioux City McKay & Big H. M. Asse Union Electric Car Co Reece Button Hole M. Co Winnisimmet Co Fort Payne Coal & Iron Co Pioneer Loan & Trust Co Dodge City Kan City of Toledo (Co Wisconsin Valley RR Summit Branch RR Fremont, Elkhorn & Mo. Valley RR Consol m Kansas City Leeds & Farmington KR Leominster N. Bk Leominster Mass Exeter Mfg. Co Do Saaleee N. Bank Do State N . Bank Citizens’ Bank Wichita Nat. Webster Bank N. Revere Bank Great Falls Mre. Co Lowell Man. Co Eastern RR N. It California New York Vrov Boston RR. Co Houston, Concord & Montreal Davidson Investment Co American Axe & Tool Co Rowe River Rr Iver RR Lar Rapids & Mo Halls & Conway RR Elk Lorn Joe Valley Wishington Fire & Marine Ins, Co Old Keston N. Bk Title Ins de Chi West Michigan Accident Insurance Co

Fruit shipment details at California Fruit Market

On Friday August 29 four cars delivered 856 boxes Bartlett Mountain Pears Eldorado 44 boxes fancy peaches 246 boxes Golden Drops Victoria plum 145 boxes Silver Plums 6 boxes French Limes 276 boxes Gros Plains 244 cases Gros Plume 54 cases Black Prince Grapes.

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