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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1888
Page
8
An early day issue may test the new administration as it seeks to enforce the Monroe Doctrine. The article outlines strategic questions and potential challenges in asserting policy against foreign influence.
The Water Color Club displays a diverse, ambitious show featuring Miss Kate Greatorex of New York and Miss Gabrielle D. Clements of Philadelphia. Works range from frieze-like chrysanthemums to pastel landscapes and celebrity portraits, with six sketches by the late Mrs. Elizabeth Boott Duveneck and numerous pieces by Mrs. Mason, Mrs. Tyson, Miss Silsbee, and others. The exhibit closes on the 21st.
In a U S Circuit Court hearing before Judge Colt, Sarah A Preble sues Henry M Bates and I Bates Walley of Bates Walley Boston brokers seeking return of bonds stocks and money totaling 60000. The case centers on her son Edward Preble delivering securities to the firm and racks of missing items after he traveled to California and Europe. The defense denies selling any plaintiff property and the trial continues.
United States Circuit Court hears Cox versus Batesev for conversion of bonds stock and money totaling 60000 dollars with a money had and received count. Defense is general denial. Also W C Stevens habeas corpus matter arising from an $18000 execution, jail release delays, and mandamus proceedings. court orders Stevens discharged, with details of relief and party counsel.
Dec 11 dispatch discusses potential first duties of the Secretary of State under Harrison re a sharp diplomatic exchange with France over the Panama Canal. Key figures include Evarts Blaine Hart Russell and LeVart, with Monroe doctrine as the guiding principle for U.S. stance against a French or European protectorate. The debate centers on whether France can finance or control the project without U.S. intervention.
Paris dispatch reports the Panama Canal crisis dominates attention as the canal committee seeks to extend obligation deadlines until operation begins. Directors refuse funds without explicit government guarantees while Metralay proposes a canal commission. Public subscription closes tomorrow with doubts on bond uptake and possible government subsidy or guarantee.
The Ramabai Association held its first annual meeting with Rev E E Hale presiding. Officers were reelected and treasurer T Jefferson Coolidge reported broad nationwide support. Seventy-seven circles in US and Canada total 2886 members, with projected annual contributions of 5836 plus building fund gifts.
Drugstores tout Salvation Oil as faultless and instant relief for pain while rumor links Dr Mary Walker to prescribing Dr Bull's Cough Syrup, a claim not substantiated by evidence.
The New York and New England railroad party at the Vendome, arrivals including P. St. M. Andrew, George A. Harris of Norwich, A. Gardner of New London, M. Bowman of Hartford, and several others. Evening private dinners, banquets for Rep. M. J. Ferren of Stoneham, and numerous guests from Philadelphia, New York, Boston, and beyond attended social gatherings at Young's, the United States, Parker's, and the Brunswick.
A five o'clock tea table with twisted legs and projecting corners is offered for five dollars. This dainty piece is pitched as a charming Xmas gift from EOOUe He Co located at 81 91 Washington Street, Boston.
The Bostonian Society met in the Old State House council chamber electing nine associate members including Franklin Hancock of Haverhill. The president urged funding to pay staff and bind books, proposing $1000 subscriptions or annual gifts to raise about $40 per year for several years. The room committee noted the Franklin printing press and Andrew Jackson figurehead were donated, with other books and letters pledged. James F. Hunnewell presented a Naval Station panel and wartime yard work vesicular history. Char lestown chosen over Noddle Island for deeper water. current property valued around $2,000,000. The essayist reviewed work on the Constitution and Frolic, noting prior bank loans and a $160,000 grant from Washington to proceed.
A Bulfinch Place Chapel group staged their first public performance last evening in Union Hall. The Mariner's Return, by Henry H. Putnam, showcased debuting actors Charles Gardner Jr. Frank Clock Ezra Breed John Ansell Joseph Stewart Teresa O'Leary Rosalie Leon Cordelia Howard. Between acts a Boston male quartet performed pleasant selections.
The Hon. John P. Spaulding was yesterday elected a director in the Atlas National Bank to fill the vacancy caused by the death of his brother, the Hon. Mahlon D. Spaulding.
Portsmouth NH December 11 An unknown fisherman or sailor’s body washed ashore on the Hampton beach near Big Boar's Head. Authorities believe it may be Giuseppe Peres a Russian lost from the schooner Olive Dyer which went to pieces off Jerry's Point New Castle following a collision at sea.
Paine's Furniture Company has issued a new sixty-one page volume showcasing their artistic, ornamental, and useful furniture designs. The publication highlights the firm’s innovative designs and serves as a quality showcase and gift guide for gentlemen, ladies, boys, and girls.
The 5 o'clock p m dining car between Boston and New York is run directly by Shore Line managers, not outsiders or private contractors. It aims to attract and satisfy travelers, never driven by profit, and maintains the highest standard of service.
United States District Court, December session, Judge Nelson, heard extradition proceedings for Giovanni Baptiste Dondero charged with murdering a man of the same name on May 21 in Cornia Italy. Dondero, who fled to New York then Boston, claims self defense after being attacked by three men and killing one to escape.
The Superior Court opens with the first session and closes evidence in the Gannon case against Allan Line for failure to provide adequate steerage food and clean provisions. The docket lists multiple cases in sequential order across four sessions with varied plaintiffs and defendants including Cunard, Davis, Mason, and others.
No 3817 Varley administratrix sues Essex Savings Bank to recover a deposit made by her husband claimed dead possessed of. the defense asserts funds were given to a third party before death. Attorneys listed for plaintiff and defense. Case references follow.
In municipal court a case against John P. Barnard for maintaining a nuisance at 22 Myrtle Street was heard. An upper story housed a large number of high-bred dogs under a kennel keeper, with barking disturbing the neighborhood nights. Judge Hardy reserved decision until Saturday morning. Isaac Simmons was arraigned on a
The case involves obtaining a quantity of goods worth several hundred dollars under false pretences from A. P. Freed, 40 Summer Street. Prosecution obtained a continuance until Thursday, and Isaac was held in $500 bail.
Inspector Knox uncovers Robert George, posing as Robert Jones of South Boston, amid a theft spree linked to Houghton Dutton counters and the Archway Bookstore. A trunk yields a $350 seal sack, overcoats, books, and other items from the Munroe School of Oratory, Institute of Technology, and Hollis Street Theatre. Estimated total value about $1000.
Colonel Robert Rufus Bridgers president of the Wilmington & Weldon and Wilmington Columbia & Augusta railroads died suddenly in Columbus Georgia while pleading a railroad case. Born 1819 in Edgecombe County North Carolina he rose from self-made beginnings to direct and manage multiple lines including the W&W WC&A CC&A and associated roads through 1885.
The piece highlights Greenville North Carolina as an elevated Northern friendly resort. It notes churches attractive residences a YMCA building a Conservatory of Music flourishing colleges a street railway electric lights and thrifty hospitable people. Boston capital is already invested and the book offers plain descriptions.
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