Keely Motor Co Stocks Hear "Wonderful" Progress Report
The first annual stockholders meeting in 1888 cited growing confidence in Keely's vibratory motive power and progress since 1582. Directors from New York and Philadelphia were elected as the report outlined potential engines from sewing-machine to sea-going ships, while cautioning none could be promised.
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Postmasters Convene Advise Government on Salaries and Costs
The national convention of third and fourth class postmasters endorses a bill plan. They urge government payment of office rent light and fuel and clerical salaries, with scale based on salaries and mail activity. They also propose penalties for illegitimate second class publications and praise Cleveland Vilas and Stevenson.
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Verdict of Coroner Jury in Crowther Case Declares Death From Burst Blood Vessel
In Claremont New Hampshire December 14 a coroner jury ruled Mary H Crowther died from an effusion of blood on the brain due to a burst blood vessel following a severe altercation with Luke 5 Crowther The autopsy showed no liquor in the stomach or finger marks on the throat and witnesses testified to groaning and a confrontation.
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Silk Plush Satin Lined Toilet Cases at Woodward's
Woodward's Zine Store at 40 Bromfield Street offers a CECIOE line of elegant Silk Plush Satin lined Toilet Cases and a large variety of Christmas presents.
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Woodward's
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Faulkner Sworn In as Senator After West Virginia Case
The Senate accepted the West Virginia decision by Mr. Hoar’s committee, declaring Charles J. Faulkner duly elected and sworn as a senator. Bills discussed included Half-dollar coinage and patent protections. Immigration reform by Morrill was debated with reference to committees and international remarks. The session adjourned at 2:40.
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Fires Destroy Barns and Farm Buildings in Swampscott and Dover
Swampscott reports a 3:30 AM barn fire on the E Redington Madge estate with a second barn burned, five horses, forty tons of hay and several carriages lost. estimated damage about 2000 dollars. In Dover plains Abbott Littlefield’s unoccupied Dixon homestead burned. loss about 600 dollars with partial insurance. the house once housed a noted hotelery.
NYSE to Close Saturdays Before Holidays and Stock Indorsements
The New York Stock Exchange governing committee voted to close on Saturdays before Christmas and New Year. The exchange will be shut from Friday December 24 to Tuesday December 27 and from Friday December 30 to Tuesday January 3. The committee also listed $500 000 additional Cincinnati Hamilton & Dayton stock, endorsing the legality of stock issued by Ives & Co with $2 154 074 due from H S Ives & Co counted among assets.
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New York Stock Exchange
Cincinnati
H. 8. Ives & Co
Anna IL. Fuller
Cambridge
Saul
Middlesex
Boston Post
Boston
George M. Brooks
J. H. Tyler
Register
Receivers Appointed In Wheeler Co. Insolvency Case
In Battlemore Maryland Judge Dennis appoints James Pollard and B Howard Hamnan receivers over 18000 dollars in trustees funds and other assets of insolvent Wheeler Co. in a City Bank of New Haven suit. Also in New York Judge Browne names Randolph Guggenheimer receiver for ex Senator Kiernan’s property in Blake v Kernan suit.
New York Trade Figures Reported for Year
The chamber of commerce reports New York imported goods valued at 407,956,845 dollars while U S imports total 752,490,560. Domestic exports from New York reach 319,357,498 dollars and total U S exports from ports 725,733,263. The national trade gap is 26,757,297 dollars.
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Two Libel Suits Against Bennett Filed in New York
The Tortilita Gold and Silver Mining Company sues James Gordon Bennett in Supreme Court for 500000 dollars alleging libel over a Herald reference calling the company a colossal buneco scheme. Joseph H. Keall, president, also sues Bennett for 250000 dollars for libel.
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Paine Sets Pistol Score and Challenges Bennetts Big Wager
Chevalier Ira Paine at Narragansett Gun Club reports a score of 2544 of 2900 and 258 bulls eyes of 290 in two days. He issues three challenges to F. E. Bennett who set the Walnut Hill record with $1000 wagers each.
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Narragansett
Dr. Platt Unseated for Bribery in Prince Edward
Proton Ontario December 14 Dr Platt Liberal MP for Prince Edward has been unseated for bribery by agents in a bribery case affecting representation.
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Mahone Nominated by Republicans for U S Senate
Rictimony Virginia December 14 General Mahone was tonight nominated by the Republicans of the Legislature to succeed Senator Riddleberger as United States Senator.
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Riddleberger
United States
Powderly Resting at Hyde Park Home
Winxesparre Penn Dec 14 General Master Workman Powderly rests comfortably at his Hyde Park home at 7 o'clock this evening. Dr Allen says his case is not a serious one now and he only needs rest.
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Winxesparre
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Antique Rugs Sold by Joel Goldthwait & Co
A few bales of very choice antique rugs, among them rare pieces, were received by Joel Goldthwait & Co. located at 109 Washington Street.
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Copper Market Booms Across New York London and Paris
Copper prices surged with strong spot demand in New York trading at 17.45 to 17.60, December delivery 17.65 to 17.70, and January opening 17.50 rising to 18, then 17.90 to 17.95 by close. London opened at 76s for Chili bars, closing near 77s spot and 77 15s futures. about 2000 tons moved. The Paris bourse noted a surge in copper mining shares led by Rio Tintos, with Crédit Foncier and Suez Canal shares also rising amid broad speculation.
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Rio Tintos
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Tolstoy the Preacher in Panin’s Russian Literature Talk
Mr Panin's lecture on Russian literature since 1800 lauded Tolstoy as both artist and preacher. He contrasted Tolstoy's fusion of art and faith with Tourgénette's architecture, praising Tolstoy's truthfulness and universal reach while noting his greater religious than artistic impact.
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Brilliant Wedding in Lowell Sees Senator-Elect Howe Wed
Senator-elect Frank W. Howe marries Miss Jennie A. Stott in St. Anne's Episcopal Church Lowell. Over 2000 invitations issued. crowds fill streets and church as ceremony and reception unfold. The couple depart for a bridal tour to New York and the South before settling on Fairmount Street.
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Abbott
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Obituary of Joseph H. Hunneman Fire Engine Pioneer
Joseph H. Hunneman, 75, noted fire engine manufacturer, died in his Roxbury birthplace mansion. Son of William Hunneman, founder of the era's fire apparatus industry, he and his brother Samuel led Joseph H. Hunneman & Co, supplying major departments nationwide. He amassed wealth in New York and Boston real estate and supported Eliot Square Church.
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Weather Indications For New England And Regions
For twenty four hours beginning 7 am Thursday December 15 fair weather is expected for Maine New Hampshire and Vermont with light local rain or snow in Vermont and nearly steady temperatures. The rest of New England and eastern New York also see fair weather with light to fresh variable winds. Connecticut and southern eastern New York and Massachusetts may experience rain with easterly winds.
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General Thomas Kilby Smith Dies in New York
General Thomas Kilby Smith a Philadelphia area veteran and close aide to General Grant died yesterday in New York after a brief illness. Born in 1821 in Boston he studied law with Salmon P. Chase and served as U S marshal for Ohio’s southern district before joining the Civil War. He led the Fifty fourth Ohio Infantry and became brigadier general in 1863 before retirement in 1864 due to illness.
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Weather Summary for Southeastern New England
Blur Hill Observatory reports for southeastern New England the twenty four hours ending twelve o'clock tonight will be fair weather as of 2 p m. H H Clayton observer.
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Weather Summary for Boston Area December 4 1387
The Observer’s Office reports mean daily temperature 37.0 with a maximum of 68 shown as a reference value, minimum 24.0. Relative humidity averages 76 percent, with wind speeds up to 12 points and total rainfall listed as 0.0 inches. Clear conditions dominate with stable air and a dew point around 80.0.
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Rainfall Traces Noted Across Stations
Observers log rainfall traces at multiple stations, marking TE as a trace of precipitation at the reporting time. The synchronized notes indicate minimal moisture presence without measurable amounts.
Notable 19th Century Obituaries From Cambridge to Bridgeport
obituary notices recount the deaths of Mrs. Jane Cook widow of Henry Thayer in Cambridge at age 50 leaving three sons and a daughter. Frank N. Hodgdon in Boston Highlands at 26. Charles Emery Soule in New York, son of Dr Gideon L. Soule. Rev. John Lyon of Bridgeport Conn. and Judge Oscar Hewitt of New London Conn. Each entry notes career highlights, affiliations, and survivors.
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Mt. Auburn Street
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Thayer
D. M. Hodgdon
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Arch Streets
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Charles Emery Soule
New York
Gideon L. Soule
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Amos Tuck
H. F. French
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Dover
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John P. Hale
Conn
Glasgow
Scotland
Episcopal Church
Ware
Mass
Universalist
Bridgeport
Ile
Tufts College
Oscar ¥. Hewitt
New London
Paine's Furniture Ad Promotes Shaving Stands for Christmas
An ad in Paine's Furniture at 48 Canal Street urges ladies to gift their husbands a shaving stand this Christmas, highlighting the practical home item as a smart present option.
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