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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1884
Page
1
Both the president-elect and the would-be president who emerged short of victory were in New York last evening. The congress has not yet astonished the world, but if they keep the same course we shall be pleasantly surprised.
The San Francisco electorate shows 65300 natives among 50000 voters with counts by birth origin. The Independent attacks misquoting the Declaration while The Kennebec Journal quibbles over Boston mayoral results as Bath Maine wedding chatter fills columns. Delmar of Cleveland echoes Stephen A. Douglas as electors meet and Albany witnesses new constitutional order.
A correspondent questions Gen. Logan's literacy, prompting defense of his language skills. Boston papers mock political rivals and warn of letters to Cleveland after Blaine's Augusta speech. The Concord Patriot critiques the Post Monitor feud and Chandler's reputation in editorial columns.
The piece condemns Paris celebrations for a murderer as a risky precedent. It notes Mme Hugues acted to defend her reputation by bringing slander to justice, yet warns such vigilantism undermines law. It argues punishment is needed to deter future reckless acts and protect public safety.
A Boston Post despatch outlines Senate and House actions. Bankruptcy bill faces narrow path via speaker and judiciary committee. Silver coinage suspension eyed by Buckner. Executive appointments include pensions and land office officials. A Jefferson inauguration simplification bill is proposed. Howgate accounts show $133,000 debt. Dupont statue unveiling set for Dec 20 with Bayard speaking. Congressional leaders oppose holiday adjournment for New Orleans expo. Naval transfers reorganize Waltham duty allocations.
Washington reports highlight a bill to grant a pension to Gen Grant. Senate readings include resolutions on shipping revival via rebates and silver coinage policy. Committee appointments in various areas were announced. a commerce commission bill was postponed. presidential nominations prompted an executive session before adjournment.
In the House on December 4 the states were called for the introduction and reference of bills. Arkansas proposed a river commission for the Arkansas River. California sought to amend the Chinese immigration act. Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, New York, and Pennsylvania offered various measures including surplus revenue, military promotions, and a government architect. The Saratoga monument bill passed. Mr Anderson urged interstate commerce legislation while Mr Hopkins argued constitutional power. Mr Shirely supported the Reagan substitute.
Halifax report notes descendants of Peter Tufts in Nova Scotia aiming to overturn confiscation of Malden lands seized during the American Revolution. They contend Tufts became a loyalist and disappeared at sea, with government sale overturned to recover property value. A Halifax lawyer plans litigation, contesting the statute of limitations. Families in Tufts Cove Dartmouth Waitville Horton and nearby areas are involved.
Alexander S De Walowski, a Washington music teacher held on a daughter’s charge of criminal assault, shot himself three times in his New York avenue home. A note left on a table claims innocence and one letter to Secretary Lincoln references his past as a tutor in the Lincoln family.
Louisville report from Mt. Pleasant shows eastern Kentucky scourge fatal with 200 deaths in Harlan since August and estimates 400 total in Harlan Bell and Knox counties. The correspondent notes higher toll in nearby Virginia counties and widespread family losses in Letcher County.
In Chicago on December 4 the federal grand jury reopened the Leman strand election inquiry. Joseph C. Mackin, secretary of the Cook County Democratic Central Committee, appeared for a brief period amid charges he ordered and received fraudulent tickets from the eighteenth ward second precinct envelope. He is said to deny involvement. No indictments have been returned yet.
The loss of three schooners and all hands is announced from Rose Branch, on the west coast. A fishing vessel and crew also sank during Saturday night's storm. Details remain uncertain. Simpson's dry dock at St Johns is completed with caisson gate located, opening ceremony set for Monday with admission of the British warship Tenedos.
The Free Baptist State Home Mission society met in Saco and elected E. D. Wade of Dover as president. Vice presidents are Revs. C. F. Penny of Augusta and J. Q. Adams of Lewiston. Treasurer is Rutus Deering of Portland. Executive committee includes Revs. J. W. Parsons J. C. Osgood S. W. Cook. Corresponding secretary is Rev. J. W. London of Portland. An address was delivered by Rev. J. Q. Adams.
A dated Oct 30 postal card from a Canadian soldier at the second cataract 20 miles above Wady Halfa reports hot days and cool nights, all in good health, expecting to stay 8 to 10 days until boat passage. praises the men’s excellent work.
A powder magazine at the Virginia Military Institute in Lexington exploded last night destroying the building. The blast reportedly contained 400 pounds of cannon powder and shattered institute windows while rattling houses a mile away. Five cadets, dismissed Friday, are suspected as the cause.
The United States steamer Boston was launched at 1 50 P M at Roach's shipyard Chester Pa The naval advisory board and many naval officers witnessed the ceremony The vessel measures 286 feet overall 270 on water line with 28 feet depth of hold and a displacement of 3500 tons
Batavia Ohio December 4 W W Frank livery merchant Felicity in jail on arson charge for burning his own stable to collect insurance jerked razor from jail barber and cut his throat his death was instantaneous Alibeus
Quebec dispatch says an unfortunate girl patient at Beaufort asylum died yesterday in childbirth. The case fuels ongoing anger over lunatic asylums mismanagement in the province as details emerge from the Beaufort facility.
Springfield report says Mary Dowling a 12 year old adopted from a charitable institution by Mrs Elien Mahoney was fatally burned this morning at North Brookfield while lighting a fire with kerosene.
New York December 4 The Actors Fund benefit at the Academy of Music drew a packed audience and featured Harrigan and Hart, Joe Jefferson, Henry Irving, Ellen Terry, and other stars. Gov. Cleveland attended with a large party, meeting Irving and Terry briefly before returning to Albany. Receipts totaled 4136 with outside subscriptions likely pushing the fund above 10,000.
Albany dispatch reports Hon. James D. Warren may run for New York senator, keeping President Arthur from direct involvement. The Journal notes a shift away from presidential meddling, with Morton Evarts Depew Warren Hiscock and Russell likely to appear when the legislature convenes.
A Marion county veterans group presented ex-Gov. Hendricks with congratulations after his victory. He thanked organizers, defended wartime conduct, and defended drafts while praising volunteers and bounties. He cited key 1864 Senate votes and a $530,000,000 army appropriation as pivotal to Union victory.
In New York on December 4, Fredericka Mandelbaum Julius Mandelbaum and clerk Herman Stroude were indicted for receiving stolen goods. They offered no response in court as bonds totaling $22,900 were forfeited and bench warrants issued. District Attorney suspects they fled to Canada. bail bonds were arranged amid rumors of her escape and Toronto acknowledgments.
December report details a woman found in an ash heap identified as the Carleton house victim. Police seek the killer after her sister asserts she was abducted en route to a brother’s business and murdered in a cellar. Also reported: piracy sentence for Henry Gomez and a Bowery murder by Philip Lodges. Franz Abel, Paris diamond merchant, arrested for smuggling gems valued at $4000.
The tenth annual musical convention in Laconia attracted large crowds with a varied program. Visiting artists Miss Kileski Miss Edwards and Miss Bessie Johnson of Laconia performed. Barnett Doak Co of Lynn arrived with 12 two horse loans of machinery from Barnstead to Felknap mill where shoe manufacture will continue, employing about 200 workers.
In Pittsburgh on December 4, workers at Zug & Co. mills were told to suspend work tonight due to a lack of orders, affecting about 1200 men. The Singer Nimick & Co. mill and the Keystone Bridge piece workers also faced layoffs or wage cuts, with broader reductions likely across departments.
The Franklin county grange met with the Farmington grange in Farmington and installed officers for the coming year led by M. Pinkham as master and H. A. Thompson as chaplain. A large attendance noted, and a decision on forming a county grange at Farmington to be considered at the March meeting.
A squall from the northwest struck eight to ten fishing schooners at anchor off Digby in HaLimax, N S. The schooner L. L. Ellis lost her foremast and jibboom and could not recover a dory with two men, Titus and Moorhouse, who were drowned.
Carr Town December 4 Gen Warren arrives from London to assume command of the Cape forces preparing for action against the Boers. Meetings will destrain interference by the colonial government in Bechuanaland. Public mood favors settling English versus Dutch supremacy in the Cape.
A 62 member syndicate was organized by citizens in Providence to preserve Narragansett trotting park. The special committee was authorized to pursue steps to purchase the property, which will be offered for sale.
A December special from New York reports a prominent Democrat believes President elect Cleveland plans to resign January 6 and let Lieut. Gov. Hill administer the state while he remains in Albany. Cleveland aims to go slow after inauguration and weigh party counsel, with a single term goal and no rush. Cabinet talk dominates gossip among Democratic congressmen, as preparations for the inaugural are organized by the national Democratic committee to ensure nonpartisan proceedings.
A Quebec despatch reports charges against two Cape Secretaries and Treasurer Robertson. Accusations include selling mining lands to appear as owned by the official, pressuring for land transfers via a New York broker, and borrowing funds at 6 percent while paying 5 percent. Government denies the claims, pressed by a discharged employee.
Fall River manufacturers plan to reopen exports to Mexico after exploring South American trade earlier. An agent travels this week to assess opportunities as home trade revives. William Downey, 60, Barnard mill mule room overseer, died suddenly of heart disease in a barber chair. Mayor vote recount shows no material change in Curmiings's majority.
Prescott Arizona December 4 five convictions for polygamy in a week in this city. Tenney Christophersen and Kemp were convicted on evidence while Elder Flake and Skousen pleaded guilty today. Sentencing will be passed tomorrow.
Multiple blazes reported December 4 across Baltimore Newark and surrounding towns. Hall Springs railway stables in Baltimore burned with 50 horses lost and rolling stock destroyed. Newark saw two ice houses and part of a brewery devastated, with severe injuries to workers. A moulding mill fire and small house fires followed in nearby streets. In Lewiston a premium high school building burned, with insurance and stock losses noted. Providence area farmhouse and corn crib also burned in late afternoon blaze.
Gloucester reports 216000000 sea packed barrels of mackerel this year, roughly double last year and possibly a record. Prices fell at least 80 percent on lower grades, and the season overall was not remunerative. Bay St. Lawrence fleet arrived and season closed, with a larger fleet but total catch about 26100 barrels more than last year’s Gloucester output, many vessels losing money.
Mr Charles A Rogers treasurer reports receipts totaling 69225 since May 1 1984 for the Citizens' Law and Order League with contributors including Amos A Lawrence 1000, Robert Treat Payne Jr 500, Henry H Faxon 500, Ida M Mason 500, Ellen F Mason 500, and others.
Nicholas Severoni, an Italian baritone singer, was sentenced to 16 months in the house of correction for stealing an overcoat. After his release he faces five more larceny charges. Inspectors Burke and Mountain found stolen goods in his home including velveteen worth $20, china valued at $10, a book with the name erased, two brushes from the Boston Young Men's Christian Association, and an overcoat tied to a Congregational building theft. all items were identified.
Last evening Traverse D. Lawson stood at Joy and Cambridge streets when a dark skinned infant was placed in his arms by a colored mother who left quickly. He kept the child for an hour before station officers sent it to the Chardon street home after no woman appeared to claim it.
Charles McCarty, an Irish Catholic man, received the highest votes on the Maine Democratic ticket. The result underscores the absence of Protestant and native American voters among the party’s support base.
Paris December 4 The committee of the Deputies has decided to recommend raises in duties on corn to 2 francs 49 centimes per centner on wheat to 7 francs per barrel on oats 1 franc 50 centimes per centner and on barley 2 francs per centner.
In Paris on December 4 headlines report an uptick in crime as organized bands of juvenile burglars are uncovered. The prefect of police orders special nighttime patrols and other preventive measures are proposed to curb incidents.
Myron M Lloyd died after cutting his throat at Westfield describing regret but not desire to live. Stowe Bills Hawley shoe makers in Hudson Mass cut wages by 15 to 30 percent and George Houghton's shop cut hours to eight daily. Oscar Hughes Wayne drowned at Androscoggin pond Winthrop Me body recovered. Fred Leadbetter rescued after half hour struggle. Bridget Furley a 1031 birthday celebrant from Stratford Conn visited a Bridgeport dry goods house with her 71 year old daughter and hosted an informal reception with P J Barnum and Mrs Gen Lam Thumb. Concord NH reports Gov Hale may appoint a Republican to fill Supreme Court vacancy after Judge Stanley's death. J G Bellows of Walpole seen as likely appointee. Worcester youths arrest for burglary and larceny. scene includes a shelter tent and weapons. Hospital fund contributors urged to send pledged amounts by Christmas for cottages. The Cottager solicits Christmas commendations for hospital readers.
A Boston Post interview with lawyer Godfrey Morse echoes strong support for Democratic mayoral candidate James O'Brien. Morse praises O'Brien as honest and capable, crediting him with tax relief ideas and park land purchases while warning against overreaching expenditures as mayor. Other voices agree, urging voters to turnout next Tuesday to secure O'Brien's victory and curb taxation growth.
The secretary of state reports November receipts including licenses 1516 transfers 650 corporations 53230 commissions 370 secretarys fees 7715 25095 Gov Robinson to issue a proclamation reestablishing Charlestown state prison. The Zeirls visit Lancaster for a legislative note on harbor bridge. An insurance department appropriation of 48300 is proposed for 1935.
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