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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1889

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2

Bar Association considers 100th anniversary of Supreme Court event

New York delegates pledged cooperation in 100th anniversary celebrations of the Supreme Court’s 1890 organization and urged appointment of a planning committee. Treasurer Rowle reported Washington lobbying delayed until this year due to administration change, committee continued for another year.

Congress Mr. Smith Pennsylvania Supreme Court Wilson Minnesota Air Lyman Trumbull Illinois Tsed Trumbull Association Pullman Benjamin F. Ayer Illinois Central Railroad George H. Pullman Ann Arbor University

Lookout Mining Company stockholders uneasy over 2% monthly dividends

In Krene New Hampshire on August 29, stockholders in the Lookout Mining Company face growing unease as promised 2 percent monthly dividends have ceased since May. The Dakota venture led by M H Day, aided by ex Governor Hale, claims a $500,000 capital and a 175,000 dollar local stock distribution. Directors include Hale Dole Whitney Hersey Woodward, with Day as general manager. Much stock is held by women and children, risking loss of value.

Krene N. H Lookout Mining Company Dakota M. H. Day Samuel W. Hale Day C. J. Woodward Racca Charles H. Hersey L. M. Webb Portland M.H. Day Edwin P. Dole George E. Whitney

Tippoo Tib Talks Loyalty and German Vassal Move

From Lonpox August 29 Dr Beckers of Stanley Falls reports chats with Tippoo Tib in which he vows loyalty to King Leopold Belgium but wishes to become a German vassal. He says he hid at Zanzipar to avoid German admiral’s pressures while natives despise both English and Germans. Arabs allegedly push civilized ideas to end slavery.

Lonpox Beckers Stanley Falls Tippoo Tib Leopold Belgium Zanzipar

President Harrison makes two New York appointments

In Deer Park Md Aug 29 President Harrison named General James Warner postmaster at Albany and John W Bailey surveyor of the port at Albany. He may not leave the mountains again until Washington for a permanent stay and might visit Baltimore on Sept 9 for the exposition. Mrs Harrison was informed her sister reached Stamford Conn from Nantucket in good health.

Dern Park Harrison New York James Warner Albany N.Y John W. Bailey Washington Baltimore Nantucket Stamford

Gloucester High School Dedicatory Exercises Held

Dedicatory exercises for the new Gloucester Dale avenue High School were held this afternoon in the building hall with city officials and a large crowd in attendance. Program included prayer by Rev R P Hibbard, chorus singing, cost statement showing 885,595 spent, delivery of keys to the school committee, and presentation of a bound Bible. Remarks by Mayor French, Judge Charles Thompson, Rev W H sider, W Frank Parsons, and Benjamin H Corliss followed, with additional songs and benediction by Rev Manseld.

Gloucester High School Gloucester Dale Avenue R. P. Hibbard Asa G. Andrews Asa G. Andrews, Chairman of the Committee of Public Property Alder Joan Andrews Committee On Ppliie French Indge Charles >. Thompson W. H. Sider W. Frank Parsons Benjamin H. Corliss Alderman Andrews SERCO Mr. Manseld

Firemen's Association hosts exhibition and dinner

Worchester State Firemen's Association members witnessed an exhibition by the local fire department this afternoon and were entertained with a collation and speeches at the insurance fire patrol house in the evening.

Worcrstrer State Firemen’s Association

Hartford Grand Circuit at Morris Park Racing Day Highlights

The Hartford grand circuit at Morris Park New York features strong showings in 2:20 class with Budd Doble and Hal Pointer contesting the heats. Katherine S leads in the 2:2 class before Saxon, while Johnston shatters his own mile record between 4 and 5 pm. Three events slated for tomorrow include a $3000 stake for four year old trotters and the free-for-all trot and pace.

Harttford Conn Kentucky Minnie F Lilian Doble Hal Pointer Aubine Susie Susie S Katherine S Saxon Katherine Frank T Cea William M. Singerly Philadelphia Johnston E. F. Geers Judd Doble B.g. Budd Doble W. H. McCarthy B. m. Lilian John Salan B. m. Wieopee J. H. Goldsmith B. G. Chase B.S C. Davin Z. G. W. M. Singerty H. Pops B. G. Alexander Boy M. Leity M. Minnie F Gis KE. Turner B. G. Mambrino A Beata L. A. Davies C. m UBC i Eins Wale

Clear Weather and a Fast Track at Saratoga

In Saratoga New York on August 29 the track was fast and the day clear. Races featured: Hopeful won the first by a neck over Happiness with Little Bill third. Belle d Or took the second by a length over Cartoon. Brown Princess narrowly beat Retrieve in the third. Cheeney won the fourth by three lengths. Fiddle Head led early in the fifth but Deer Lodge surged to a half length victory over Carrie G. Time records noted for each race.

Civil Service Pail Mall Lotion Joe Courtney Burnside Castaway II Forest King Lela May Brother Ban Cassius Elyton Syntax Saratoga N. Y Hopeful Happiness Marie Lovell Tennesseean Fellowship Prince Howard Little Bill Belle d’Or Cartoon Ovid Bertha Gymnast Blonda Ocean Banjo Retrieve Ted Brown Princess Hub Cheeney Mirth Nettie Kent Lake View John Jay Tom Kearns Alice Mamie Bay Haramboure Minnie Pahner Fiddle Head Big Brown Jug Carrie G Deer Lodge Everett Felix Roulette Hara Vermont Keynote Kin Norfolk Oarsman Sam D Bonita Vosburg Jeep

Morris Park Race Day Shows Favorites Win Amid Heavy Bets

At Morris Park New York August 29 attendance was strong and favorites prevailed in most races as betting ran heavy. In the first race seven furlongs Hanover edged Defaulter by a head with Climax third in 1 29. In the second race five furlongs the field stayed tight until the last quarter when Ballyhoo pulled away followed by Switter Civil Service Ballyhoo and Extravagance with Ballyhoo winning fairly easily.

New York Morris Park Hanover Climax Bessie Ik Switter Civil Service Ballyhoo

Rutland's Big Show Opens With 15000 At Rutland Vermont

Rutland Vermont August 29 over 15000 attended the second day of the horse breeders meeting with Vermont lauded for speed style and high standards. Stallions Claremont Engineer and Colonel Egbert posted fast half mile times while Kent and Hooker stakes offered purses up to 563. Premiums were awarded for various classes and many visitors sought accommodations as the exhibition drew crowds from across the country.

Rutiano Vermont Claremont Engineer Colonel Egbert Holdy BG. i Belle Girl Br. m Magvie Db. M Hattie C Brk. m UF bin Ss Abram K Br. G Coca Bee George W. Hooker Franklin Éeessalk Conemaugh Wilkes, Ch. G Eek Ashe Sl Tom Hamilton B. G Sincere Vecesse Pyrmont Blk. G Ceneceeeuns Vse Woo Chipman L Lady Hope BD. WM Aristos Ben Franklin Leicester Alcander Ned Wilkes St. Julien Altmont Aristos Chief Harry Lambert Sherrywood Billings Chico Dukemont George R Egdale Pandora Ticia Mattie Lambert George M Kate Q Winnie Wilkes Onawa Ramona Co. B. Hall Leicester Girl R. O. Sawyer Leicester Junction Czar Lapham _ horse E. A. Casey Brannon Belle Leicester Goodell Patchen Burt Alden Leicester Maid Beecher Charles Capron

Trotting Features Highlight Aug Fair Program

At Manchester New Hampshire Aug 29 trotting dominated the afternoon with the postponed 2:35 race won by Johnny Knott in 2 35. Purse 9300 for the 2 45 class for trotters featured Linus Hosiery and Hosiery Meath. London and York reports note the great Yorkshire stakes won by Chitabob with Pinton second and Nunthorpe third. Augusta Maine records 3000 Pou at Capitol Park where Lula H won the free for all and a 2 29 best time noted.

Manchester N. H Johnny Knott D. Marsh Great Falls Linus Wallice Malichi Connell Conner Harry Almont Charles Yapp Allston Lucy Wilkes R. S. King Cambridge Dandy John N. Foss A. HU. Barney Providence Gabe Jackson Veter McGough Androscogam County Agricultural Society National A. Webb Waterville

Fire at Nahant destroys Hay boatworks and sheds

An early morning blaze at the Allen W. Hay boat-building shop at Nahant Beach destroyed the workshop and damaged a nearby dwelling, sheds, and a small stable. A valuable horse perished. The loss is estimated at about 4000 dollars, with 500 dollars insured. The fire is attributed to incendiaries.

Lynn Alien W. Hay Nahant Beach Waterttown N. Y Sackett’s Harbor Dansvillx Mich Werrs N. H George Plummer Belmont New Haven Conn Coburn & Co

Vermont Universalists Conclude Sixty Sixth Convention

The fifty sixth annual Vermont and Province of Quebec Universalists convention closed after two days in Bratz Lesoro. A praise service, laysman’s meeting, and talks by Hosea Parker, J W Pierce, Charles Dale and others opened the event. Reports from Perkins Academy Goddard Seminary College Hill Tufts Divinity cited. Lt. Mead and Charles Caverly spoke on publications. The Work and Opportunities of Vermont Universalists prompted discussion. C L Waite delivered the closing sermon.

Vermont Universalists Bratz Lesoro Vermont Province of Quebec B. M. Tillotson Woodstock Perkins Academy Malmsey Goddard Seminary Barre Knight College Hill Mass Tufts Divinity School Lt. Mead Maine Charles Caverly C. L. Waite Macedon N. Y

Admiral Heneage Forces German Bark From Esquimau Harbor

In Esquimau Harbor Admiral Heneage ordered the German bark J. H. Husted to leave the anchorage to clear space for a warship. The master protested and hoisted German colors before the tow, while officers and sailors moved the vessel. The event drew notable attention in shipping circles.

New Hampshire Camp Reunion Lively at Lake Winnipesaukee

The Camp Colonel E E Cross reunion drew thousands to Werrs New Hampshire on August 29 with clear skies and a placid Lake Winnipesaukee. Regimental officers were elected for the Fourth Seventh Eighth Youth Sixteenth Twelfth Heavy Artillery and Sharpshooters as General Walker and General Howard spoke amid music, poetry, and a lake battle reenactment. The day closed with camp fires, illuminated grounds, and a sham fight. tomorrow includes officer elections and a life-saving apparatus display.

Werrs N. H E. E. Cross New Hampshire Lake Winnipesaukee O. O. Howard Egbert L. Viele New York Francis A. Walker Massachusetts Fourth Regiment John G. Hutchinson John G. Lovejoy Manchester Seventh Regiment Orlando G. Burt Hillsboro Bridge Charles A. Hale Hollis H. F. W. Little Darius Merrill Concord W. F. Spaulding Malden Mass Eighth Regiment B. F. Woods Nashua Reuben Howarth Chelsea George W. Bridges Brooklyn John M. Stanton Milford George H. Morrill Pepperill Miss X. FE. Mills Lawrence Foley Charles H. Stickney Lowell Thomas H. Rogers Charles P. Stevens Ashland George W. Rowe Reed George H. Gilman Dana W. King Youth Regiment M. T. Donohoe Boston B. Stowe Laskey Portsmouth F. C. Chase Wilmot Sylvanus Putnam W. Strain F. N. Mace Amherst Charles H. Hodgman A. F. Fletcher Washington George A. Clark Lonergan John W. Davis J. F. Lowie Walpole K. G. Cross M. G Henry L. Johnson Lucius B. Wright David E. Burbank Norwich Andy Holt Lyndeboro Newman F. Brooks Lebanon Joseph B. Heath Wolfeboro D. Philip Sommers Tilton John 5. Chase Webster James A. Merrill Frank B. Hardy Nelson Philip ©. Bean Moses P. Miller Enfield William A. Rand South Seabrook L. T.townsend D.C Watertown O. W. Baldwin H. L. Johnson Heavy Artillery J. S. Keniston Barnet R. H. Paine Suncook George H. Waldron Chester Hazen P. Weeks Laconia T. L. Heath Newport Edward _ Dow F. Murry Wilton H. A. Redfield Dover G. K. Crowell Frank H. Carr West Hopkinton Abbott David H. Goodell Post Department Richard F. Tobin William H. Waring Emma Ape Huntly Rublee Viele Militia Brown North Scituate

Portsmouth Ath Club to mark fourth anniversary Sept. 10

The Portsmouth Athletic Club sets its fourth anniversary on September 10 with afternoon sports on the cricket grounds featuring a 100 yard dash shot put high and broad jumps ball throwing and a baseball match between two club teams. Evening festivities include a banquet at Rye Beach with invited guests. Local liquor dealers were ordered by Mayor Fay to close on Sunday and police chief Rowe to enforce the law fully, a move approved by the public.

Portsmouth N.H Portsmouth Athletic Club Rye Beach

Married in a Balloon at New Hampshire State Fair

Thirty thousand people packed the New Hampshire State fair to witness a balloon ascent that carried a bridal party into the air. The couple Joseph F. Boyd and Miss Addie Brooks were married in flight by Speaker Hiram D. Upton as H. F. Norris and Professor James K. Allen watched. The balloon drifted northwest for hours and landed in Gottstown, five miles away.

Manchester N. H New Hampshire Hiram D. Upton House of Representatives Joseph F. Boyd Addie Brooks H. F. Norris Manchester Union James K. Allen Gottstown

Accident on York Harbor & Beach railroad

Portrsmouth August 29 A likely fatal accident occurred on the York Harbor and Beach railroad when a Boar's Head train packed with passengers forced to stand on platforms tossed Seabury Daniel Goodman of Eliot from the car. He struck rocks, crushed his right leg, suffered severe head injuries, and internal damage. He was rushed to Cottage Hospital in Portsmouth in critical condition and his life hangs by a thread.

Portrsmouth N. H York Harbor & Beach Boar’s Head Seabury Daniel Goodman Eliot Cottage Hospital

Narrow escape after wagon thrown from embankment

Irving Jones and Arthur Want were riding along the North Pond dam embankment when a frightened horse tipped the wagon tumbling the men eighteen feet onto rocks. Jones suffered a broken nose and serious injuries to head and body while Want was bruised and Vance lightly injured.

MiLl Rorp Irving Jones Arthur Want North Pond Dam Jones Vance

Bandit Lover Kidnaps Girl in California Frontier Pursuit

In San Juan Capistrano a seventeen year old girl Marie Habana was abducted by bandit Sylvester Morales. A chase followed through Vista San Fernando and San Diego areas as Morales rode with the girl, armed with a Winchester and two six shooters. He swore not to be captured and was reportedly surrounded near Santa Anna as extra purses joined the sheriff.

Los Angeles Cal San Juan Capistrano Marie Habana Sylvester Morales Morales Henry Charles Charles San Diequito San Diego Vista San Juan Webb San Fernando Desperado San Diego Cafon Trabura Cahon Santa Anna

Seizure of Lily of Vancouver Near Behring Sea

A United States steamer captured the British sealing schooner Lily of Vancouver on August 6 in Behring Sea, found 300 skins, placed a prize crew aboard, and sent her to Sitka. The seized crew will face trial in the Alaskan District Court. The Rush plans to sail to San Francisco after relief by the Bear at Oana land, with fourteen sealers boarded and warned out, plus six captured.

San Francisco Cal United States Richard Rush St. Paul Oanalaska Lily Vancouver Behring Sea Sitka New York Victoria B. C Herald Rush Black Diamond Uncle Sam

Train Smash and Fire Delays New York Line at Brewster

At Brewster two miles east of the New York and New England railroad, a freight train led by Conductor Marshall collided with a station train under Conductor Kirk at 12 20 am. Ten cars and one engine burned after catching fire. The Washington express was two hours late. Cause cited as mistaken orders. No serious injuries reported.

Waterbury Conn Brewster New York & New England Marshall Kirk Washington Express Art. Rutlane Montreal Express Centre Rutland Whitehall

Boston Caledonian Club Picnic Awards Big Cash Prizes

The Boston Caledonian Club held its 36th annual picnic at Oak Island with 2000 dollars in prizes. Duncan C. Ross set a hammer record, won the Scotch wrestling, and donated a second prize to charity. About 10,000 spectators watched events from 10 AM to dark, with a note of several races and field contests and a Knights Templar delegation as guests.

Boston Caledonian Club Oak Island Lynn Duncan C. Ross Manhattan Beach J. L. Catinach George Ross Lin J. Purcell Ross James Grant Hugh Kiernan Ed Case L. Donnahue R. B. Brown T. Welsh J. A. McDougall D. C. Ross Samuel D. McLean C. Taylor H. A. McDonald R. E. Grant T. Aiken S. D. McLean E. H. Stuart James Spiers James Brown Free Campbell John Mackentosh McLean A. Scott Adair Gilbert Munson John McPherson Grant Archie Scott D. McLean A. McDonald Taylor W. McInnes James Drenner Hitch Kick T. Aikin Joan McPherson James Pettegrew R. Grant A. H. Stewart Adir Dallas Owler Mclane Wilson Campbell H. J. Chadwick C. Daniels

Chicago Child Kidnapped on South Water Street

In Carcaco on August 29 a bold kidnaping occurred on South Water street as Henry Rosenberg a vegetable peddler left two sons aged ten and five in his wagon while he bought supplies. An unknown man seized the younger boy and fled with him, with no trace found yet.

Carcaco South Water Street Henry Rosenberg

Present Odious Civil Service Opposed by Republicans

The Federation of Republican Clubs of Maryland’s third district resolves to not support any candidate who backs the current civil service system and its patronage rules. It condemns age-based exclusions and the practice of recruiting from schools, calling the civil service a relic of European governments and urging repeal.

Baltimorgh Federation of Republican Clubs

Benedict denies general sweep of Democrats in Richford offices

Burlington August 29 Mr Benedict future collector of customs says a Richford despatch claiming he asked for the resignations of all Democrats in the Richford office is grossly incorrect. Several deputy collectors in the district have resigned to the retiring collector but no broad purge was made or attempted by Mr Benedict.

Burlington Benedict Richford

Frederic Archer Arrested on False Pretences Charge

Manipen Aug 29 Frederic Archer coal dealer driving his own team was arrested by Chief Richards and Officer Ewing on a warrant accusing him of obtaining money under false pretences. He allegedly bought coal from Boston Chelsea dealers, erased official weight receipts, and overcharged the water board by 400 to 500 pounds per load. He was bailed and will appear before Judge Harlow Friday morning.

Frederic Archer Richards Ewing Archer Malden Boston Chelsea The Water Board Harlow

Malden Hack Drivers In Court

In Malden District Court Judge Harlow heard charges against four hackmen Hugh Curley John J Donovan Francis P Crowe and John Crowe for illegal loitering at the Boston and Maine station after railroad police ordered them to leave E L Hodgman Co holds exclusive backing rights at the station A large witness group testified and arguments closed The court recessed at 5 pm to render a decision tomorrow morning drawing considerable interest

Malden Harlow Hugh Curley John J. Donovan Francis P. Crowe John Crowe Boston & Maine Railroad E. L. Hodgman & Co

Reunion of Fat Men in Seaside Park

The Pat Men's Association held its annual reunion in Briceport Connecticut at Seaside Park. About fifty heavyweights attended a social gathering. Officers elected were President D. B. Lockwood Bridgeport and vice presidents A. W. Wallace Berlin M. H. Risley Guilford Henry Elliott New Haven Studley Smith New Haven J G Hurlbut New Haven B W Maples Norwalk P J Brennen New York Samuel Horn New York T J Coe New York secretary Patrick Murphy Westport. Condolence resolutions were adopted for Laurence Kerr of New York. A clam bake followed the meeting.

Brinceport Conn Pat Men’s Association Seaside Park D. B. Lockwood Bridgeport A. W. Wallace M. H. Risley Berlin Henry Elliott Guilford Studley Smith J. G. Hurlbut New Haven B. W. Maples Norwalk P. J. Brennen Samuel Horn T. J. Coe New York Patrick Murphy Westport Laurence T. Kerr

Hartwell Family Reunion Celebrates in Concord Assembly

The sixth Hartwell family reunion gathered in Concord at the Middlesex Agricultural Society hall with members from New England and beyond. Speeches were heard from George H. Hartwell and several others, followed by music, readings, a noon collation, and informal afternoon activities. Contoocook and Hancock also report family and town picnics with brief programs and music at Goodhue's Grove.

Concord Hartwell Middlesex Agricultural Society New England George H. Hartwell Isaac _B. Hartwell Wilkinsonville Mass W. W. Hartwell Plattsburg Charles W. Hartwell New Haven

Fatally Defective Alimony Decrees

A letter to the editor notes alimony decrees that follow a divorce petition with no separate alimony allegations are legally void. It argues such orders deprive a defendant of property without due process and lack jurisdiction to award alimony without proper litigation factors. The author cites a New England focus and references a decision by George F. Ormsby of Wall Street, New York.

Sir New England George F. Ormsby Wall Street New York

Excavation at Delphi Seeks 75000 for Kastri Purchase

The Archeological Institute of America calls for funds to finance five years of Delphi excavations. At a May 11 1889 New York meeting the council authorized the project pending about 80000 to expropriate Kastri land and compensate residents. The American School at Athens would direct the work with institute income pledged to cover remaining costs.

Archeological Institute of America Delphi Council of the Archeological Institute New York Kastri Ancient Amercan School Athens Greece Delphias Kasiri Institute Charles Exvrot Norton Henry Drnsteir Martin Brimmer Willtiam W. Goopwin Francis Parkman Stephen Salisbury Frederic J. DE PE Frederic D. Allen Martin L. D’oocxr Augustius C. Merriam Charles Waldstein Howardp_ CRosby Horace H. Furness Basi L. Gildersleeve L. Hutchinson JamEs Russell Lowell William Pepper Henry C. Potter Junius Sachs William R. Ware William C. Lawton Cambridge Mass

Land Registration Reform in Japan Ends Title Deeds

A new Japanese law abolishes land title deeds and creates a centralized land register kept at district head offices. Registration replaces old deeds, simplifying taxation and transfers. Values noted in the register are taxable regardless of market sales, and safe custody of records is emphasized amid frequent fires.

Japan

Robbery on Travers Street Ends With Suspect Captured

Nicholas Carey of West Quincy was robbed on Travers street near midnight as he walked to the Friendly Inn. A larger man demanded the time, dragged him into a passage, and took a $10 bill and his pocketbook. Patrolman Hines pursued, a sharp tussle ensued, and the suspect named John Slattery of Salem was arrested and jailed at the station. Carey escaped injury, but lost his hat.

Nicholas Carey West Quincy Travers Street Hines Station 1 Carey Friendly Inn John Slattery Salem Slattery

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