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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1885
Page
1
The Ward 19 rally at Cabot street ratified Hon. Hugh OBrien for mayor and P J Maguire for alderman with about 600 attendees. Speakers praised OBrien and warned against corruption, while stressing ward unity and turnout for the Tuesday vote.
East Boston ward politics heat up as Councilman John A H Sullivan seeks to challenge Alderman Smith. Democrats back Sullivan amid Republican hints of voting for him. Criticism centers on Smiths ferry anchors purchase from Boston Forge Company tied to his stock holdings. Sullivan campaigns on public work and ferry crews hours, claiming no city pay. Voters doubt Smith amid house to house canvass and Metropolis opposition.
An enthusiastic Independent Democratic meeting at Broadway headquarters South Boston elected Thomas Devlin as chairman and secretaries John Mulchinock and Thomas Kiley. Devlin pledged full support for the ticket, denouncing Carroll and predicting victory next Tuesday amid anticipated hostile flyers.
A meeting by Ward 12 and Ward 13 delegates urged reelection of Jeremiah H. Mullane for alderman, praising his public service and Democratic record. Resolutions urged Ward 13 voters to back Mullane, claiming honest government and strong district representation. The assembly adjourned with three cheers for Mayor O'Brien and Mullane.
Dr. W A Dunn born Boston 1852 pursued medicine at Harvard and Boston College. He served as house surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital and later taught physiology and chemistry at Boston College while holding medical positions at Carney Hospital and Union Institution for saving.
Gloucester Mass December 9 1885 City Marshal Robert Tarr tenders resignation after Mayor Parsons victory in re election expresses regret at leaving and laments misinformation while illness confines him at home requests time to hand over duties to his successor and thanks aldermen for support
In Salem the four cornered municipal campaign has sparked trouble in both the Republican and Democratic city committees. Resignations vote for councilman Welch in Ward 2 highlight divisions, while Lynn Municipal Reform Association backs the Citizens' ticket and opposes liquor license expansion. Multiple ward nominations and caucuses proceed as parties maneuver ahead of the upcoming city election.
The session opens with Logan delivering a vigorous speech against a War Department proposal repealing private property loss allowances for soldiers. The move prompts critique of Endicott, but ends with the bill referred to military affairs. The eight hour workday rule gains House support via a union conference resolution.
The hour arrived and students appeared at the drill exercise while others who failed to show were suspended. The issue stems from Lt. Lormin's strict military discipline requiring black ties, clean shaved faces, and polished shoes. A single lapse earns a black mark, with five marks potentially leading to dismissal.
Boston Typographical Union No. 13 held its annual officer election at Tremont Street with three tickets in contention. Results show Pym defeating Guerin for president and McCaskill defeating Coleman for vice president. secretary Douglass ahead of Ramsdell. Delegates to the International convention include Gilman and Murphy with other candidates receiving lower tallies. Treasurer Sturtevant and sergeant at arms Corliss were elected. trustees Holland. Balloting for Central Trades and Labor Union delegates incomplete. election described as enthusiastic with no major strife.
The Merchants' Club held its regular monthly meeting and dinner at Parker House with guests including Collector Saltonstall, ex-Collector Worthington, District Attorney Stevens, and Henry A. Rogers of New York. Ames presided as Lieutenant-Governor.
Special Despatch to the Boston Post from Ottawa reports Professor George E. Foster MP Kings NB sworn into the cabinet as minister of marine and fisheries, replacing A W McClellan who becomes minister of finance. Foster's background as a mathematician and editor is noted, with party loyalty cited. Cabinet changes follow Sir Leonard Tilley’s retirement to Governor of New Brunswick.
In Ottawa on December 10, evidence in the case of Telephone Manufacturing Company of Toronto concluded before the deputy minister of agriculture. After arguments, the deputy minister reserved his decision on whether the Edison patent held by Bell Telephone Company should be declared good. Bell’s patent was annulled last year, but Edison’s remains, with Bell suing Telephone Manufacturing for patent infringement.
Investigation into Miss Caroline U Whitney of East Boston finds she has not returned home but her mother believes she is in good health and in good company. The machinist she was linked to remains at his home, and Mrs Whitney is convinced no relation to the man caused the disappearance. Whitney, being of age, had the right to change residence and arrangements satisfied her mother, who regrets the publicity.
Riel's body arrived in Winnipeg from Regina under priestly escort in a private car. The cortege crossed the river to St Boniface where Alexander Riel and other relatives awaited. The pallbearers carried the casket to St Vitels to the family home. The funeral is set for Saturday at St Boniface Cathedral with requiem mass before burial in the Catholic cemetery.
Chicago December 10 1583 the committee for Mr Parnell's reception on January 20 includes the state governor two senators the city mayor federal and county court judges Catholic archbishop generals clergymen Protestant ministers alcermen justices editors of newspapers Irish society presidents militia officers and many prominent citizens. The committee will ride a special train to meet Mr Parnell.
Joe Parker a Black man reportedly 125 years old died at the Dallas poor farm. His last words urged waking for the great jubilee. Parker had been enslaved in Alabama Georgia and Texas for 160 years of his life and was the original of Old Black Joe in Milt Barlow's character song bearing that title.
Hiartford Connecticut reports John Wyman was convicted of murder in the second degree at Rockvidle today for killing Peter Burns. The verdict follows the fatal shooting in a local dispute, with jurors returning a verdict after deliberation.
Ensign Walter M. Stanton, U. S. Navy, reported for duty on the receiving ship Wabash. Company E of the Forty-fourth Regiment Volunteer Militia held a banquet at Young's Hotel, as did Company D of the First Corps Cadets. Henry A. Rice presided. Recruiting will begin at the navy yard to fill ships including the Dispatch Tallapoosa and Brooklyn. The city water committee plans to report Monday on Worthington high service engine contracts, deeming them fair. Boston held its first civil service exam for government clerkships with tests for stenographers and typewriters. The Hon. Dorman B. Eaton oversaw the examination.
A Biographical sketch notes Vanderbilt holdings totaling about 194.65 million dollars in government bonds railroad stocks and real estate. It covers his enormous estate Jesse the boards of multiple railroads meeting in New York to honor his death with resolutions, including praise for his public spirit and charitable acts. It also reports college student and vital statistics notices and remarks by Chauncey M. Depew on Vanderbilt’s last orders and charity checks. Funeral arrangements and letters from notable figures are mentioned.
Historical market commentary discusses William H. Vanderbilt’s death and its fleeting impact on stocks. Analysts offer varied views on whether Vanderbilt stocks are supported by bulls or doomed to decline, with private dispatches noting the death’s limited influence and a return to normal trading.
A Brockton strike over prices persists despite a prolonged arbitration and seven hour meeting. Manufacturers and Laisters Union talk of terms, but no price agreement has been reached. A new disinterested third party may be chosen to settle. Further meetings expected as the dispute continues into the next day.
Sidney Dickinson, noted in journalism and art circles, spoke at the Art Club on One Artists of Spain after returning from Spain. He traced pre twenty century views, Velazquez works in the Prado, and later Murillo depictions, with vivid critique and elegant diction.
Montreal December 10 A startling letter from Archbishop Tache of Winnipeg denounces both political parties for their treatment of the halfbreeds and the Northwest rebellion. He cautions the government that Riel may have been insane and warns Indians of the Northwest are not terrified by military moves. The letter stirs considerable talk.
From Monterey Mexico reports say Acting Governor Sepulveda with 400 troops and a majority of both houses of the State Congress arrived last night. A private despatch from the City of Mexico says the federal state favors proclaiming Demarcation law in Nuevo Leon. Advices from Monte Morelos state the revolutionists have ousted municipal authorities and appointed their own city government.
Authorities now hold information likely to lead to an arrest in the arsenic poisoning at the Metropolitan Club. Police Magistrate Dugas heard further testimony this morning as a warrant is expected tomorrow. Public analyzer Dr. Baker Edwards linked Rough on Rail poison to the club’s soup, noting high arsenic levels in rat poison kept in the bar rather than the kitchen gadget.
In Portland Maine today in the United States Court Richard D Oyle Carte sued A L Wilbur to stop him from performing the Mikado with any score. Wilbur testified he did not use Gilbert and Sullivan but a Cincinnati based composer. The judge issued an injunction forbidding use of any instruments except piano or organ.
H J McHugh a well known veterinary surgeon of New Haven Conn committed suicide this afternoon by taking Laudanum. He swallowed the fatal dose in his office then rushed into the street and collapsed. He was taken to the hospital where he died soon after arrival.
Belfast mourns as Mrs. Narcy Green of San Francisco triggers a $30,600 bequest for the city public library dating from 1842 left by Nathaniel Wilson, a Belfast native and naval officer.
Gloucester officials announce a new district messenger system to be set up by a local company with a $10,000 capital. The venture will operate in conjunction with the Baltimore and Ohio Telegraph Company.
The Pemberton corporation at Lawrence is to adopt a weekly payment system. The spinners at the Lippitt Woollen Company's mill in Woonsocket, numbering twenty, went on strike yesterday over the alleged discharge of the overseer. A mass convention in favor of municipal suffrage for women will be held in Gloucester next Monday evening with speakers including Rev Annie H Shaw, Mayor Parsons, H Ryder, Mrs Tingley and others.
Belgrade reports Servia will accept mediation and terms compatible with its honor. Sofia notes no Servian losses in today’s attacks on Bulgarian outposts. Paris mentions a note about clergy salaries. London reports Liberal conferences and Irish question talks. Constantinople notes Russia shifting stance on Balkan issues amid Austria-Servia coordination for Bulgaria support.
The Boston city council held a brief session approving printing 290 electrotype copies, authorizing engine house and police station work on Boylston Street, planning for Charlestown, and various payments and land sales. It authorized contracts for releases, ferries crew review, and a Titus claim settlement of 15,000, with public employment rules debated and a May 1 deadline set for nonresident employment compliance.
The fifth annual Eliot School Association reunion was held at Young's Hotel last evening. Levi L. Willcutt was elected president, with Isaac B. Wills and Nathaniel G. Snelling as vice presidents. Officers include Harese Deda FT, J. Dacey, Joseph A. Metcalf, Peter E. Dolliver, Albert S. Pratt, William J. Porter, Isaac H. Ripley, Charles Field, Edward H. Dunp as trustees. George F. Hasea as secretary. Samuel J. Burns as historian. Over ninety members attended.
Portland and Gloucester fish trade representatives meet in Gloucester and adopt a resolution stating the present fisheries status is satisfactory and no further legislation is needed. They press ahead with plans after an interview with Judge Woodbury and an upcoming Boston meeting to map action for protecting the fishing industry.
Pittsburg reports no new trouble at Pine Run while sherif Gray plans possible action if unrest returns. Strikers camp away from mines, threatening a broader clash along the river. Fifty repeaters and ammunition shipped to Allequippa to aid non nylon operations, as rioters damaged Walton's mines and wagon gates during the day.
Michael Collins a longshoreman on Rogers wharf fell yesterday while shifting staging and fractured his skull and wrist. Frank Stout of Princeton street East Boston also fell from a horse on Kunover street, receiving injuries to his head and other wounds. Dr Eliott attended.
The president and trustees of the New England Aid Society held a reception at the home of the organization, inviting members and supporters to discuss ongoing relief efforts and future fundraising plans.
In Philadelphia the Nubian lion Prince, recently imported, fought circus elephant Bolivar in the Lehigh avenue animal house. After trainer injuries, the lion charged Bolivar and was crushed to death by the elephant’s decisive blows and trampling. Bolivar suffered minor injuries.
Fire reports from Dover New Hampshire Portland Maine Amesbury and surrounding towns detail extensive losses. Lowell block formerly Unitarian church burned with 17000 total loss. insured and uninsured amounts broken down for multiple claimants. Mountain House near Amesbury burned. Mishawak Indiana saw furniture factory and flour mill destroyed. East Saginaw Michigan saw a saw mill burn. Bridgewater Massachusetts home burned with contents insured.
The Knights of Labor say Keene Brothers workers at Skowhegan Maine did not breach their contract and may join any organization. A city aldermen meeting reported jurors for Henry Goodwin murder trial in Lawrence. no action to stop worker protests by the firm, which had discharged men, and profits sharing alleged by the firm. Knights in Lynn pledge support for Maine Knights if needed.
The water committee reviewed the New York firm Henry B Worthington Co pumping machinery contract for the high service project. Expert Sir John C C Headly found no excess in price given the work’s quality and the firm’s ability, and the panel voted to ratify the existing agreement with a report to the board of aldermen Monday.
A package with a man's complete suit was found beside a stream at Old Colony station Montello. Pantaloons bore the name Dr Donovan on a pocket while hats and boots were missing. Papers named H A Brett and K K Wilbur were found. Police took charge. Dr Donovan and his Quincy-based brother denied ownership. no crew found for the owner.
A public meeting at Phenix Hall in Nockland under Knights of Labor saw A. A. Carlton, chairman of District 30, warn that reducing labor costs and the clash of new labor with capital would trigger more strikes nationwide unless changes occur within months.
Rumors circulate about Monday's crash involving Herbert Leaer near RippELORD. No crew member reportedly saw him as the engine struck him, with a single head wound noted. The Bottom and Maine railroad requested an investigation as a coroner's jury was summoned. The inquest begins Friday.
A girl named Mary Harrison stayed in a room at Mrs Malenson on Lynde Street. In the middle of her stay she absconded with a $40 siliceas and a $10 cloak plus other property. A warrant failed to locate her until detectives arrested her on Lemont Street with Inspector Knox and Patrolman Burns.
In Gloucester Massachusetts William Shea drew a horse pistol and shot Caldwell at the Lasonte saloon during an altercation with Charters Casey. Two pistol shots hit Caldwell in the face and neck while one struck the arm. Shea fled and has not been arrested.
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