01 Dec 1888
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1888
Page
1
James Connolly, a Readville Old Colony railroad employee, was struck and killed instantly last night while walking the track near Chickering on the Providence division.
The Forpan Marse company showcases the most artistic woollen stock for inspection, claiming to offer unparalleled quality and variety in the United States. The display emphasizes artistry and breadth, inviting observers to view their premiere textiles.
A series of fires reports from Sacinaw Michigan to Allston Massachusetts describe explosives destroying the Stenglein furniture plant, incendiaries burning Mrs Anna Beck’s house, the Boughton Axe Works in Titusville burning, the McClory Manufacturing building in London Ontario burning, Graham Co canning plant in Gotosznoro destroyed, and the Franklin Cotton Mill at Shattuckville damaged by spontaneous combustion. Other minor blazes include a basement fire at 209 Federal Street affecting A E Baxter’s fruit store and a small blaze at 438 Federal Street for the A C Wellington Coal Co. Committee named to adjust Morse factory losses at Allston.
Lieutenant Colonel A Richardson of Salem and Charles Blaisdell of Lynn were at the American House with Warren Hatch and George Greenleaf. Blaisdell exited claiming a handkerchief then claimed a soda, while Richardson found his gold watch and chain stolen. Police pursued Blaisdell and accomplices to City Hall avenue, recovering the watch and detaining all three at Station 2.
Mrs. T. T. Pitman known as Margery Deane died in Paris after years of frail health seeking rest. Daughter of Rev. Lucius D. Davis editor of Newport News, she rose as a witty Newport correspondent and wrote European Breezes and Wonder World translations with Marie Pabke. Her husband and mother had just left for France.
William H. Foster died at his Salem home yesterday at age 91. An early Asiatic Bank cashier from 1826 to 1884 he later served as director and was active as a bank corporator and vice president at Salem Savings Bank. He helped bring Eastern railroad to Salem in 1836 and held numerous civic roles. He leaves two sons.
Mrs Fowler widow of the late Professor O S Fowler died suddenly at her summer home in North Beverly where she had gone in search of health She was about 67 years old and leaves a large circle of friends.
Jessie Chisholm, 35, employed by the Blanchard family in Boxboro, cut her throat with a razor yesterday. Formerly confined at Danvers insane asylum, she remains in critical condition at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Shipping notices list numerous vessels with origins and dates from Boston Antwerp London Havana and more. Ships include Belgenland, Saratoga, Republique and Euphrates with ports of call New York Glasgow Liverpool Yokohama and Barcelona.
A Calumet special reports at the No 3 shaft of the Calumet & Hecla mine fire discovered in the eighth level. Eight miners are missing after rushing to the surface smoke is dense and the fire looks worse than last year. Most of the workers are Cornish married men. Rescue efforts are desperate with no sign of the eight missing men. The fire may burn for weeks or months unless flooded. production at the South neck continues under the French syndicate limits.
The sixth level of Calumet mine, an unused area, contains the fire source while No 3 shaft hoists from lower levels. If this shaft is choked, all Calumet and Hecla shafts are jeopardized, crippling most of the property. The last major fire began on Nov 21, 1887, at No 2 Hecla shaft, with extended downtime and rapid Black Hills development to 600 tons weekly.
Lord Salisbury, speaking in Edinburgh, argues harsh treatment of Irish political prisoners deters further protests. He warns Liberal leader Gladstone toward extreme separatist views, hints at a plan for Ireland’s complete separation, and urges Scots Liberals to focus on empire and employment. He also endorses woman suffrage and contrasts Irish tenants with Scotch crofters.
London Nov 80 The Parnell commission heard counsel protest a placard inviting a public meeting to hear Mitchell and Norah Fitzmaurice witnesses for the defence. Presiding Justice Hennen ordered a notice served on the publisher. Land Agent Hussey testified tenants paid rents secretly or avoided paying, fearing they would be shot. No moonlighters or outrages in Kerry before the league formed.
Montreal dispatch reports ex-Congressman M. Vidal arriving from Ottawa after a trip to Italy. He discusses the Pope's illness, noting belief that the Holy Father may not have long to live and that cardinals hint Cardinal Archbishop Taschereau of Quebec could be his successor.
A group of clergy and prominent citizens issue a circular claiming Protestant churches in New York have declined 50 percent since 1840. They announce a conference at Chickering Hall on December 3 4 and 5 to address religious needs with speakers including Rev John Hall Rev Josiah Strong Bishop Andrews Chauncey M Depew Everett P Wheeler Archdeacon Mackay Smith and Rev R S McArthur.
Fury River November 30 The Massasoit National Bank secures three parcels totaling 2850 500 and 1575 square feet on Bedford Second streets and Market square Amassing about 100000 in private transactions The bank plans a building with a lower story to house banking operations and the corner site will be developed first
Boston common council meets briefly after the death of Ward 7 Councilman Neil J. Gillespie. A committee including Barry Haggerty Cannon Brooks and Fraser will attend the funeral and arrange floral tributes. City Hall flag will be flown at half mast and flowers placed in the council chamber for thirty days. The body of the deceased is mourned as a faithful public servant.
Leland B. Webber a bookkeeper at 174 Congress street registered at Clark's Hotel Thursday evening. Friday morning he was found unconscious in his room and had attempted death by gas. Dr Thayer treated him for hours and he was taken to the City Hospital where he is recovering. Webber's brother stated he knows of no reason for such an act and denied involvement of a young lady in the case.
Washington fills with House members as MPs register through the postmaster. Allen of Massachusetts and Lodge arrive while the speakership contest opens with Reed favored by Eastern delegates. Western candidates Butterworth Burrows and Cannon contend. McPherson faces dissension over campaign leadership. Major John M. Carson from Pennsylvania may split that delegation. C H Gray of the St Paul Pioneer Press also considered. No doorkeeper or sergeant at arms candidate yet.
The Star reports ex president and Mrs Cleveland will depart the White House soon after June to visit France and Britain, with August plans to Norway and Sweden. The tour may include Italy and Spain with a possible winter stay at San Remo or Nice depending on Mr Cleveland’s interest.
The Chattanooga district contest over a House seat centers on Evans and Bates certificates. General Clark declined to commit on which credential he would recognize, citing grave implications and lack of readiness to decide. Treasury November disbursements, especially pensions at $22,000,000, suggest an apparent debt rise of $11.5 million due to cash reductions, not an actual debt increase.
Citizens from Nebraska and Colorado advocate John M Thurston for the Interior post. He is temporary chairman of the Republican national convention and currently serves as general counsel for the Union Pacific railroad.
Certificates filed in Springfield reduce the capital of the Atchison Topeka Santa Fe Railroad Company in Chicago from 10 million to 5 million dollars. The Chicago Santa Fe California line sees its capital cut from 30 million to 15 million. The Chicago road serves as the terminal for the Atchison Topeka Santa Fe line and connects Kansas City with Chicago.
Roxbury Presbyterian Church building fund fair closes tonight at Armory Hall after well attended day and ten tables offering Christmas novelties fabrics and useful articles. Ladies in charge include Mrs. R. Gilchrist Mrs. P. H. Lawson Mrs. A. Archibald Miss Patrician and others with Master R. Guchrist Jr supervising gypsy cauldron and Master A. Towns the antiquarian corner. The society has used Highlands for church services with Dr. Donald Kennedy’s courtesy during the past three years.
The Boston Democratic city committee adjourned after a stormy session with its municipal ticket incomplete. Key alderman contests emerged in districts six seven and nine with Murphy Fernald and Short victorious over Mullane Logan and Maguire, while school board selections were left to a sub committee. A tense scene at Horticultural Hall led to press access delays and a private panel to finalize candidate lists.
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