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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1887

Page

8

Democrats, Republicans Hold City Ward Nominating Caucuses

Republican caucuses across the city nominated candidates for common council and elected ward and city committees. Ward 9 featured a rare unified rally for Hart and Power Wilson with strong GOP support claimed from Independents and Mugwumps. The reports list ward by ward nominees and committee appointments for the February election.

Ward 24 Board of Aldermen Hart Wiliam Power Wilson Wilson Fiske Henry Carstensen Frank R. Morrison Josep B. Maccabe Edward Hinghem Samuel Pope Charles L. Dev Hiram J. Nason John B. Hebron Olney AL. Kimbell William H. Oakes Israel F. Pierce George N. Fister, Jr Waup B James C. Stoddard George N. Swallow Edward E. Drew Common Council Wify Cou Iter Waarrd Frank Morrison A. B. Lattimore George W. Boynton Edward Sullivan Charles J. Brooks Francis W. Sprague Waarpd William R. Richards Frank E. Winslow Janes Means Warp Henry Beal Samuel B. Doggett W. K. Bunton Warp Llu Hendricks Albert Thayer R. C. Hawkeye T. B. Converse T. J. Rose H. G. Allen W. J. Reed C.c. Powers William A. Folsom George R. Fowler Andrew J Auierman Otve Eddy Eannard BF

Mayor O Brien Renominated by Boston Democrats

In Boston on December 6 and 7 1887 Democratic leaders notify Mayor O Brien of his unanimous renomination for Mayor. O Brien accepts telegraphically praising low taxes in three past years and pledges to continue honest efficient administration and non partisan governance. He notes adherence to laws contracts and civil service enforcement and commends department heads while defending Republican criticisms.

Boston Thomas J. Barry Edward £. Reilly James Lenavan Cere Aries Liuave Law Department Republica Root Llugh O'Brien New York Major Pond M. Biouet Max O’reil Tremont Temple M. Paul Bloud O Keil Max O'Reil John Bell Jacques Konh Mme Bostow Osien Ewnor

Vote drive discussed by city Democratic and GOP ward chairs

President Thomas J. Barry of the Democratic city committee met with Republican ward executive committee chairs from Wards 10 11 16 17 18 70 and 21 in four districts to ensure a full election day vote. Rallying committees were named and plans laid to mobilize voters in districts with aldermanic contests.

Thomas J. Barry Democratic City Committee

Lecture on The Pyrenees by Jol L. Stoddard

Mr Jol L Stoddard delivered a lecture last evening on The Pyrenees The Switger land of France The topic allowed wide description and showcased his pictures The picturesque mountain range offers scenic beauty and dramatic views

Jol L. Stoddard Pyrenees Switgerland France Oly

Stoddard Describes Mountain Journey in France Visit

Jr Stoddard recounts his trip to the mountains and arrival at Pau. The talk highlights the habits and characteristics of locals in that part of France and Stoddart’s vivid ascent descriptions of higher peaks.

Europe Jr Stoddard Pau France Mr. Stoddart

Winch and Whitney Give Recital in Chickering Hall

Mr. William J. Winch assisted by Mr. William L. Whitney presented the first of two song recitals in Chickering Hall to a large attentive audience. The review praises Winch's vocal intelligence and force while noting mid and low register flaws, and commends Whitney's agreeable, though not fully ripened, tone and technique. The next concert is scheduled for next Wednesday with diverse program plans.

William J. Winch William L. Whitney Chickering Hall Robert Franz Rubinstein William J. iWinch Irene Massenet Winch Mr. Winch Larsen Raff Whitney Messrs. Winch and Haindel Didin Maud White Ernest Ford Dvorak Margaret Bethven Lang Mr. Whitney Rossi MacDowell Schubert Beethoven Georg Henschel Lyman H. Weeks

Kneisel Quartet Delights Large Apollo Hall Audience

The Kneisel quartet gave an excellent Euterpe concert at Apollo Hall to a crowd larger than usual. The program featured Volkmann in G minor, Haydn in E flat major, and Beethoven in B flat major, with superb unity and refined shading. The ensemble's balance and disciplined tone pleased listeners, and the next Euterpe event is set for Wednesday Jan 4.

Apollo Hall Euterpe Kneisel Asis Robert Volkmann Havydn Beethoven Volkmann Haydn

Massachusetts Indian Association Annual Meeting Report

The Massachusetts Indian Association held its annual meeting in Channing Mall with President Mrs Stephen H Bullard presiding. The report highlights growing branches across Massachusetts and public support for rights and justice, with speakers Professor Painter and Rev. Ward urging rapid allotment under the Dawes Act and stressing honest government and citizen equality for Indians.

Massachusetts Indian Association Channing Mall Stephen H. Bullard Massachusetts Painter Ward Yankton College Dakota United States Gail Uncle Remus

Recitals and Concerts Highlight Busy Steinert Hall Program

Miss Gertrude Franklin opens with songs by Spohr Schumann and Schubert at Steinert Hall with debut of Ernst Perabo Circumstances. Fritz Giese to perform Chopin Schubert Bach with some pieces heard first time. Mathilde Lennon concert follows Chickering Hall with German songs Cowes and Buck works, accompanist Leon Keach. Opera season tickets beckon for Adams company at Music Hall featuring The Marriage of Figaro and La Sonnambula. Tourgéniff lecture by Ivan Panin draws large audience. critique lauds his form tone and nature but notes pervasive pessimism in his fiction.

Gertrude Franklin Steinert Hall Spohr Schumann Schubert Bie Ernst Perabo Fritz Giese Chopin Bach Sven Kalliwoda Mathilde Lennon Chickering Hall Uo Mio Fernando Cowes Tosti Parker Buck Leon Keach Arthur Woote Leopold Lichtenberg Charles R. Adams Music Hall Ivan Panin Tourgéniff Shakspere Tourgéneff Tacitus Ae Prelix Thackeray Germany Old Ave Albany Washington Geore Eliot George Sand Tourgénesf

Origin of Yankee Doodle Explored by Local Society

The New England Historic Genealogical Society held its monthly meeting with President Abner C. Goodell Jr. in charge. Dr. George H. Moore discussed the origin of Yankee Doodle, arguing the term derives from Dutch Janken meaning to growl or scold, while the tune followed from a Polish origin and Fisher's Hornpipe printed around 1750.

America Boston Harbor Vitories Lexington Saratoga Yorktown Dr. Moore New England Historic-Genealogical Society Abner C. Goodell, Jr Goodell Massachusetts George H. Moore Lenox Library New York Jhenoun New England Johnson

Lawsuit Over Surgical Negligence At Women’s Free Hospital

Annie B. Stogdale sues William Baker for 10000 alleging injuries from a surgical operation at the Women’s Free Hospital in Springfield. The defense claims informed consent and no charge. Proceedings list numerous related court orders and cases in the second and third sessions, with attorneys named for plaintiff and defendant.

Blovegert Annie B. Stogdale Williar Ih. Baker Women’s Free Hospital Springfield Edward Avery W. H. Towne R. M. Morse, Jr DEWEY Joseph Walbourne Eunice L. Damas Revere John H. Blanchard A. Alger

Creditors face a flood of new insolvencies across cities

Boston furniture maker Phineas Wardwell proposes a 16 cent on the dollar settlement or 20 cents in six months to creditors. Across the nation, W. & H. Chalmers, Isaac Hays, J. D. Jones Co and many firms announce assignments or insolvencies with liabilities ranging up to $125,000. A creditors’ committee meets after a large group gathered to pursue settlements.

Phineas Wardwell Portland Street Boston W. & H. Chalmers New York Walter E. Phillips Isaac Hays J.D. Jones & Co Syracuse E. M. Wells August Bleeker & Son New York City William P. Bleeker Dunlee & Deyoe South Oil City Penn George Bowden Memphis Memphis, Tenn., Has Made An Assignment, Daniel P. Horr Portland W. &. Patchin Milford White, Clarkson & Co New Haven D. B. Judd & Co Yeserday

Pearline Soap Ad Claims Easy Work and Harmless Use

The copy touts Pearline as a modern soap that makes cleaning easy and delivers the best results while being harmless to users. It emphasizes safety and superior cleaning without citing specific products or endorsements.

President Grovere 8 HAE Treasurer Edward Jackson

Secretary H D Chapr. Treasurer Edward Jackson is noted with the position and titles listed. The text appears to be a roster or governance snippet. The fragment names include Grovere, HAE, Edward Jackson, and H D Chapr. with limited context.

Grovere Hae Edward Jackson H. D. Chapr

City Notes on Meetings and Local Events

City clubs discuss continuous brakes for fresh trains while society members present arts events at the College of Physicians and Surgeons. A church fair in Brockton continues. Brunterry Hall hosts five lectures starting with Apache Land. K of P hold eighteenth anniversary. a Somerville worker dies in a train accident.

New England Railroad Club Boston & Albany Phi Sigma Society College of Physicians and Surgeons Essex Street H. ‘Tf. Reed Revere Alice Johnson Chester Park L. M. Venable W. £. Berry M. E. Lund Beachmont May Warren St. Paul’s Church Brockton Brunterry Hall Roxbury Clarence Pullen Webster Lodge No. 14 K. of P Parker Fraternity Hall William Brethrow Fitchburg Union Square Somerville Thomas Galvin Tremont Street C. F. Dole Jamaica Plain Channing Hall

Local graduates dine and Loyal League dinner held

English high school graduates of 54 to 57 dine at Young's Hotel electing officers led by FE H Jenks as president and Limar A Messinger as secretary treasurer. Loyal League monthly dinner at the Vennome drew 250 members with guests General Lucius Fareiaid and James Murdoch.

Young’s Hotel FE. H. Jenks Charles Hunt Limar A. Messinger J. K. Souther C. O. L, Dillaway C. I. Litchfield the Loyal League Vennome Lucius Fareiaid James &. Murdoch Parker House Howard Bryant W. H. Walker Buffalo KH. W. Goodsell Chicago Adams Honse R. Milligan Portland E. Lippincott Philadelphia L. N L. W. Bliss U.S.A Parker's United States Commodore Pickering Fortsmouth A. P. Stone Springfield C. F. Hawkins Goshen N. Y Jonathan Bourne New Bedford Malton C. Johnson New York City William W. Mason Limerick Crawford House C. C. Dodge H. D. Faulker Maron Foster W. A. Hoffman Fort Worth

Raymond & Whitcomb California Tours Begin January

The Boston travel firm Raymond & Whitcomb announces four separate California tours for January starting January 2, 12, 6 and 23. Tours include California cities Pasadena Monterey Santa Barbara and San Diego with Pullman palace cars and dining attached for regular meals. Descriptive circulars are available from W. Raymond at 206 Washington Street opposite School Street.

California Pasadena Monterey Santa Barbara San Diego Raymond & Whitcomb Mexico Calfornia Boston W. Raymond Washington Street School Street

Andrew Hetherston & Co Induces Purchases of Imported Wines

Andrew Hetherston and Co direct importers at 44 and 46 Broad corner Mill street offer extra inducements to buyers of import wines and liquors. The house states it is continually filling orders for these wines to all parts of the United States and directs readers to see their advertisement.

Andrew Hetherston & CO Broad Corner Mill Street United States

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