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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1891

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Temple Bar Case Delayed. Board Reopens Questions

New York December 3. After extensive testimony and deliberation the National Trotting Association board decided to reconsider portions of the Temple Bar case delaying until May. Dr Sayles and drivers for reinstatement were denied or crestfallen. Cleveland officials welcomed the turn. Several reinstatements were denied or granted. fines were imposed on others for ringing or improper conduct.

New York Temple Bar Board of Review National Trotting Association Cleveland Association Sales Cleveland Wise Botis A. R. Shepherd J. H. Morrow Washington, D. C St James M. Wilson Colorer Stroudsburg R. H. Rigsbee Durham N. C A. Merrifield Tommy M Jake Phenixville John S. Wise Dr. Sayles Temple Law John E. Turner Linkwood Maid Philadelphia Philadelphia Association W. K. Widensaul Mt. Carmel W. R. Ghen Antesfort Kelvise Phoenixville Baltimore Penn R. A. Rigsbee Strand

Hypnotism Prohibition Passed by Belgian Chamber

Brussels report says on December 8 the Chamber of Deputies approved a bill banning all public experiments in hypnotism. The measure aims to restrict demonstrations and tests conducted in public venues or before audiences, reflecting concerns over safety and ethical considerations.

Belgium Brussels Chamber of Deputies

Denver Trial Delays as Graves Jury Formed in Nine Days

Denver Colorado December 3 A jury for Dr Graves life trial is finally chosen after nine days of examination of talesmen. Jurors include M L Sterling Robert Adair M Boeing Edward Grace Dave Linhart T J Carpenter Pat Riordan M E Overton Henry Preston Wilson Perrine John J Peters. If Judge Rising cannot attend court States Attorney Stevens will proceed tomorrow otherwise opening arguments begin.

Denver Col Rising Graves John J. Peters Hoboken Dr. Graves M. L. Sterling Robert Adair M. Boeing Lower Edward Grace Dave Linhart T. J. Carpenter Pat Riordan M. E. Overton Henry Preston Wilson Perrine Stevens

New Registrations Reported by Boston Board of Registrars

The Office of the Board of Registrars of Workers in Boston on December 3 1891 notes total men registered since the state election reaching 1591. The report records ongoing enrollments as part of post election administrative actions.

the Board OF Registrars OF Workers Boston

Gas Explosion Burns Repairer in Jamaica Plain Store

John Cox of 10 Childs street Jamaica Plain was badly burned yesterday afternoon by a gas explosion while repairing pipes in a store occupied by William C Mc Lellan. He is expected to recover.

John Cox Childs Street Jamaica Plain William C. McLellan

Sal vation Oil Promised to Heal Bruises Quickly

Do not travel without a bottle of Sal vation Oil as advertised. It claims to cure a bruise at once and is priced at 25 cents.

Mortar Talks At First Regiment Officers Dinner

Captain Russell spoke for an hour on modern coast defense mortars built at South Boston Iron Works. He compared 1561 mortars to current rifles, explained breech mechanisms casting mounting recoil and mounting details, with drawings illustrating positions. Resolutions thanked Brockton city and Warren Howard. next talk slated Jan 8 by Colonel Mansfield on Boston Harbor defenses.

United States Army and Navy Copley Square Hotel A. H. Russell U.S.A South Boston Matthews Hovey Kellett Morgan Dyar James A. Frye Hoodman Parker Dearing Savage Hall Pfaff Frothingham Perry Chick Atkins Williamson Quimby Pepperel Day Nostrum Keenan Pickery Winsor Lake Lowell Nutter Dana Pope Eg Flanders Hathaway Chapman and Jot Colonel Matthews Chaplain Savage Board of Officers Adjutant Frye Frye Russell Brockton Warren A. Howard Mansfield U.S. A Boston Harbor

Harvard Hare and Hounds Race At Harvard Campus

Harvard Athletic Association held its fifth hare and hounds run with nineteen hounds led by master G L Batehelder. Hares G Lowell and D W Fenton started seven minutes ahead, guiding a seven mile course from Mt. Auburn to Fresh Pond and back to the observatory, finishing in 46 minutes. First hound J O Nichols and six following hounds, with final placings listed, will earn cups for time allowances.

Harvard Atletic Association G. L. Batehelder G. Lowell D. W. Fenton Mt. Auburn Brattle Streets Fresh Pond Fitchburg Harvard Observatory Linnean Garden Streets J. O. Nichols Nichols F. C. Chamberlain F. W. Burling

Newton wedding unites Miss Lillie Leonard and Arthur Truesdell

In Newton on December 3 a society wedding joined Miss Lillie Leonard daughter of Mr and Mrs George Leonard to Arthur Truesdell of Sioux City. Rev Dr Calkins officiated at the Mt Ida Street residence with about 200 guests present. The couple will reside in Sioux City and be at home after December 15.

Newton Lillie Leonard George Leonard Arthur Truesdell Sioux City Calkins Sliot Congregational Church Mt. Ida Street Misses Fields Centre Street William Chaffee Boston Messrs. A. S. March H. B. March L. Bacon Fred Lrowbridge

Chilean Minister denies break with United States

The Chilean minister says no late despatches have arrived and rejects claims that Chile will ignore U S requests. He denounces statements of a renewed crisis as false, noting they come from parties seeking ill will between Chile and the United States.

United States Chile

Denver Tragedy as Lamp Explodes Burned Mother and Infant

Mrs George Maston and her infant son perished when a lamp exploded after being tipped by the child. The mother, rushing to save the child, carried it into the street but suffered near fatal burns. The bereaved father is severely distraught and at risk of insanity. Salvation Oil advertised for 25 cents, amid the grim accident report.

Denver Col George Maston

National House Speaker Fight Still Unsettled in Congress

Washington dispatch reports the Democratic Speaker race remains unresolved as Mills leads among lawmakers though a formal coalition against him could derail the Texas candidate. The New England conference, Iowa and Indiana blocs, and Springer’s camp all maneuver toward Saturday’s caucus at 2 PM for fifty second Congress nominations. Senator Palmer of Illinois endorses Springer while visits to Springer HQ underline Illinois unity for the Democratic nominee.

Washington SprciaAn Mills Mr. Crisp Crisp Springer Hatch McMillan Mr. Mills New England O’ Neil Iown Mr. Springer Iowa Indiana Lowa Slayes Ilowa Messrs Fithian Forman Newberry Wike Texas Representative Covert New York Goatner Louisiana McMillin House of Representatives House Holman Willard’s John i M. Palmer United States Ilinois Palmer Headquakters Illinois Inois Iinois

Candidates Claim Bias in Democratic Ballot Counts

A Mills campaign release cites a breakdown of 235 Democratic votes with 126 for Mills and 105 for Crisp on the first ballot. Crisp headquarters counter with a claim that a 12 vote gain would give him a majority, and withdrawal could seal Crisp’s nomination on the first ballot. Published notes frame Springfield as pivotal in future Illinois politics.

Mills Breckinridge Arkansas Hatch McMillin Springer Crisp Watson Georgia Alliance Ryan Missouri Mr. Crisp

Dorchester's New Yacht Club Near Fox's Point

Dorchester's Old Colony Yacht Club nears completion at Fox's Point near Swain Hill, Dorchester. About 100 members, mostly from Savin Hill, form a strictly yacht club with no social or dance facilities planned. A one-room 22 by 22 foot building stands on a knoll, with a larger pavilion possible. five-year land lease secures space for several structures. Current officers are Commodore William Fessenden, Vice Commodore W B Baker, Treasurer Eben Pratt, and Treasurer Wm Spurr.

Old Colony Yacht Club Fox’s Point Swain Hill Avenue Dorchester Savin Hill Club Savin Hill Dorchester Bay William Fessenden W. B. Baker Eben Pratt Wm. Spurr

Idol at Peace Keeps Watch Over Theosophical HQ

Last evening at Boylston street headquarters of the Theosophical Society a Hindoo idol wore a bland expression as the president spoke and the room erupted in quiet laughter. Rumors of alleged plagiarism by Madam H. P. Blavatsky were discussed, but the edict now forbids any derogatory remarks about Madam H. P. K. The president warned that speakers mocking the Theosophical founder will be excluded from the premises.

The Theosophical Society Boylston Street H. P. Blavatsky Baron de Pali Theosophy

Governor Hill replaces Onondaga county clerk over ballot errors

Governor Hill removes George C. Cotton of Syracuse as Onondaga county clerk for allegedly mixing Republican ballots and failing to certify the Assembly canvass. John J. Hallock named successor. Reports say Dutchess county clerk accused similarly. state canvass criticized. Union League Club denounces Hill’s action and urges court for speedy relief.

Axtrany N. Y Hill George C. Cotton Syracuse Onondaga County John J. Hallock Cotton Dutchess County New Yorks Union League Club Senate Assembly

Cyrus W Field Shows Improvement in Health

Cyrus W. Field’s condition is improved in New York. He sat up this evening and his doctor says he is in a fair way to recover, though the physician fears he will never be the man he was before his illness.

New York Cyrus W. Field Mr. Field

Brakeman Leary Killed in South Worcester Yard Accident

Patrick Leary a brakeman for the Norwich and Worcester division of the New York and New England railroad was fatally injured in the South Worcester yards this afternoon. He resided in New London.

Worcester Dee Patrick Leary Norwich and Worcester New York and New England Railroad South Worcester New London

Snowbound Rails Paralyze Lines Across Wornipeee

A heavy snow storm began this morning in Wornipeee delaying all trains, with the worst impact on services from the south and west. Rail traffic is crippled as snow blocks routes and operations tighten.

Wornipeee Man

Fire damages Evansville brewery. losses about $40,000

A fire today partially destroyed the brewery of the F. W. Cook Company in Evansville Indiana. Losses are listed near forty thousand dollars and are insured.

Evansville Ind F. W. Cook Company

Postmaster Wanamaker Sees Postal Reforms and Growth

The Annual Report of Postmaster General Wanamaker outlines plans for free rural delivery, postal savings, and expansion of postal telegraph and telephone services. It notes prior lottery losses but a shrinking postal deficit, promotes merit promotions, improves sea post offices, and advocates on-door letter boxes, parcel post, and non negotiable postal certificates with state reinvestment.

Wasuteron Mr. Wanamaker Sea Post Offices New York New York Harbor Jersey City Uptown Congress Wanamaker Berlin London Secretary of the Treasury Atlantic Pacific Maine

Harvard Introduces Science Based Course in Physical Training

The Harvard faculty approved a new seven year option in the Lawrence Scientific School to earn the B.S. degree with a course in Anatomy Physiology and Physical Culture. It aims to elevate physical training to a scientific discipline and includes extensive gymnastics and athletics along with anatomy physiology and related subjects. Students must attend a six week summer course and may substitute advanced entrance work with regular college courses.

Harvard Lawrence Scientifics School

Strike on Hand Bogs Workers at Bouve Crawford Firm

In Brockton on December 3 laisters at Bouve Crawford & Co refused to work over a price list dispute regarding lasting machines. The firm will not negotiate with the union or recognize its secretary. The union sought more time to consider the proposal but was denied. A new rule was to guide output today and the union plans a statement tomorrow. The strike is expected to grow as other unions back the lasters.

Brockton Bouve, Crawford & Co

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