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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1881
Page
1
This reads as a political plea urging a strong ticket from the Democratic City Committee. Ward 19 is counted on to give Mr Palmer a 1,000 majority next Tuesday. It condemns Dr Green for facing a partisan Republican lineup with Stebbins included.
The eighteenth day of the Guiteau trial saw no dramatic events. Some defense experts doubt he is irresponsible while Dr Kiernan from Chicago testifies he is insane. Guiteau remained quiet, with defense expert examination continuing and a possible brief appearance by President Arthur.
The Republicans tried last evening to change their aldermanic lineup but only made a few alterations without improving it. Whidden remains a strong nominee though not the reason for the substitution. Bennett Crocker and Sawyer fought hard to craft a non partisan ticket and were defeated at every turn. Greenough faced stiff resistance from allies, and unless someone withdraws, the party risks losing his influence. Overall the revised ticket remains weak and suggests continued demoralization in Republican ranks, likely preserving Dr. Green in the city physician role.
The Globe and other voices critique Canada while praising the United States. English visitors, including Samuel Morjy MP, favor America and downplay Canada, though a sense of provincialism persists in northern observers.
Samuel J. Randall returns to the arena as a confident leader, fanfare about his proven rulings and impartiality elevating his stature beyond former Speakership. Keifer, though seasoned, seems outmatched, with inexperience driving bold moves under factional pressure.
Special despatch from Washington reports the 1863 fiscal year appropriations totaling far above current levels, driven largely by a proposed pension bill of about 100 million dollars. Treasury officers seek larger salaries and clerical staffs, while a long list of public works and harbor improvements across New England is outlined with specific sums for forts, arsenals, harbors, and rivers from Maine to Rhode Island.
Witnesses in a high profile case are called to the stand as prosecutors press for details about the gunman who carried out the attack. The defense argues delays and fear influence testimonies while authorities seek motive and accountability.
The 1881 department of justice report to the senate details annual transactions and records total expenses of 2,718,186 for marshals, attorneys, clerks, jurors and witnesses. It urges paying United States attorneys by salary, reducing the number of United States commissioners, and suggests various measures for congressional consideration.
The lord mayor writes to The Times asserting London will aid the Property Defence association of Ireland against the land league actions. The Times editorial rebukes English apathy and calls for support of the association in rent nonpayment relief efforts. Reports of intimidation and boycotts spread across Ireland. The lord mayor agrees to help raise funds initiated by the duchess of Abercorn and Countess Cowper.
Taunton Massachusetts voters face an unusually exciting municipal election with a three way mayoral contest among Ezra Davol Jeremy B Devnet and incumbent Charles F Johnson who is listed as a candidate by friends. The license question is on the ballot as well.
Judge Sedgwick in New York Superior Court grants Genevieve Ward the title to the Forget-Me-Not play after she challenged Wallack and Moss production rights. A damages reference is ordered. Also notes editor Harris of the Ravenna Democrat was swindled by banco steerers, and Mrs. Coleman receives a four year sentence for killing George Coles. Seventh Regiment to send rifle team to Atlanta tournament starting the 13th. Waesland reports rough seas with loss of boats and bulwarks and engine trouble.
The San Pedro and Canon Del Agua company held its annual meeting in Hartford with the old board of directors reelected. Directors will meet in Boston tomorrow to select officers. No major business occurred and adjournment was set for January 9 in Hartford for further matters.
The capitol center of attention was the house of representatives as a crowded gallery crowd and crowded corridors watched the read list of elected members. New faces appeared, remarks on speaker Keifer’s address drew comment, and swearing in faced delays from objections. The day featured jokes at Mr Moore and Bragg, party tensions over clerk and chaplain posts, and debates over the Utah Mormon delegate Cannon. The president’s message remains securely guarded and unseen by most.
Mannie Adame of Madison, 15, drowned Saturday afternoon while skating on Madison pond. Frank Ellsworth of Salem was shot through the head Sunday while alone in the weeds and found dead. George A Perriga of Rockland sues Rockland Free Press for libel seeking 10,000 dollars. Portland moves to sell land to Maine Central, bringing repair shops and boosting population by about 1,000.
Parker's glove shop in Littleton now employs 250 hands, with 2060 women in neighboring towns finishing gloves. A young deer belonging to Charles I. Ayers of North Wast Borough was shot after wandering into a garden. the carcass weighed 110 pounds. The state education tour by Hon. Mr. Patterson includes Cheshire schools. The Kearsarge Fruit Evaporating company of Warner reports a profitable season with 70 workers and plans expansion next year. Truman T. Jefts of Hudson Mass. donated a building for a public library in Washington to be dedicated December 21 with Col Carroll D. Wright delivering the address. A local teacher funded a book collection. The coroner’s jury in Maggie Hill’s Greenland death found inflammation of the vowels due to intemperate habits. suspect Joseph C. Caverly was discharged.
An unfamiliar man entered the Walpole Unitarian church pulpit during a tolling bell, prepared a sermon, and waited for the organ voluntary. Rev Frank B Hamblett confronted him and learned the intruder mistook the church for the Orthodox one around the corner. The stranger departed as the service continued with a hymn.
William H. Curtie is believed to be connected to forgeries on nearly all Newport banks. The forged paper may total about 10000 dollars. He has allegedly borrowed 100 to 500 dollars from members of secret societies. In Quidnick company v Chafee et al, the Providence Supreme Court ordered pursuit in equity and discontinued suits at law, with Judge Potter dissenting.
A meeting of the republican aldermanic nominating committee altered the candidate list, dropping B. K. Anthony and confirming S. B. Stebbins. The completed ticket includes George L. Thorndike, Clinton White, Lucius Slade, Clinton Wiles, William Frost, Charles H. Hersey, Thomas J. Whidden, Thomas N. Hart, Solomon B. Stebbins, George Curtis, Francia B. Beaumont, Laban Pratt, with Greenough’s supporters securing a vacancy nomination promise.
The Saint Paul dispatch names the killed man as Robinson with no further details about his identity. The report itemizes losses across several mills and companies including C. A. Pillsbury & Co. and D Morrison, with stock and mill values totaling multiple thousands.
Chicago dated dispatch reports F W Huidekoopee resigns as president of the Chicago and Eastern Timeis railroad. Franklin H Story of Boston is elected president. Directors create the office of general manager and plan to appoint a practical railroad man from the east to fill the post.
The twenty six hour race at McCormick hall began at 9 pm with Rowell of England and Dobier of Chicago both in prime form. The first five miles were completed in 34 minutes 54 seconds, with no clear lead early on.
Str. Johnsbury Vermont December 3 An important sale transfers the entire St. Johnsbury Index office material and subscription list to John E Harris of Danville Vermont. The paper founded in 1879 by A B Howe remains under his early management. Harris plans to retain Howe briefly as stock and staff adjust.
Pacific bank remains near standstill as Weeks raises 500000 and directors seek 250000 more from debtors to resume operations. Examiner Needham and Comptroller Knox grant five more days, with possible reorganization of clerical staff and new officers if the bank relaunches.
In probate court Judge Choate heard the case of John T. Hooper of Marblehead whose will left the entire estate to the Gannon family amid a contested provision for Hooper’s son. Allegations include undue influence and mental unsoundness. The hearing continues as witnesses testified. Autopsy on Michael Cream linked death to pneumonia after a scuffle. Salem saw seventeen deaths that week.
Judge Parmenter reports the death of George A. Battey, a brakeman for the New York and New England railroad, on November 14, from a fall from a freight car onto the track. Ann Gibson died delirium tremens after an assault by her husband on October 25. he serves a sentence in the house of correction. John Halitsey Jr. was accidentally shot in his father's house while an elder brother was snapping a pistol to test if it was loaded.
The Roxbury City Guard held its season opening military party at Websterhall Highlands on Monday evening with about seventy five couples present. Mr W Alexander served as floor director and guided the evening.
Hon Edmund Burke is gravely ill at his Newport home and not expected to recover. Dartmouth receives Nevada mineral collection from K N Jones. Prof McIntire named New Mexico schools superintendent. Col Cyrus Frost marks 60th wedding anniversary with gifts including a 15050 check. Allan steamer Polynesian reports passengers J M Goursas B Warren J L Foley and Mrs E Harris. R D Geer of Boston Globe joins Buffalo Express as editor. Mrs Susan Pettibone sends candy to President Arthur who notes it delicious and enjoyed by friends on Thanksgiving. The diminutive Gen Lawyer of the Key West Democrat, 40 inches tall and 35 pounds, is a noted Florida political figure. Noah Brown of Laconia, a PCR farmer, invented iron shoe brakes for railroads, never patented. James R Osgood and Mark Twain are in Quebec. Twain oversees Canadian copyright edition of The Prince and the Pauper for Montreal publisher Dawson Bros. Copyright protection extends across British dominions.
A Crnermont Commercial charges Samuel J. Lilder with supplying facts to A. M. Gibson about star route swindles. The piece questions his integrity and hints at possible prosecutions, urging action if he were in Chester in a similar position to Arthur.
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