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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1888
Page
2
An alleged interview alleges Judge Daily of New York E criticized the position of several members on the Nicaragua Canal Bill, claiming broad displeasure and signaling political strain over the measure. The report frames the exchange as a tense critique amid canal legislation debate.
In Washington the House considers the Nicaragua Canal bill with recesses and amendments. Key figures include Messrs Wilson Bland Spinola Cox and Payson, who push for government overreach and stock safeguards while opponents urge maintaining isthmus control and debate limits. A political dispute unfolds over Daly linked remarks and stock issuance terms.
Workmen clearing the Oliver Oatmeal Mill wreck in Chicago on December 14 unearthed what appeared to be a dynamite bomb while recovering the third victim from Tuesday morning’s explosion. If confirmed, Oliver’s claim that the blast was not caused by dust will gain support and police will face a new mystery.
Policeman Maynes who guards Tremont and Beacon streets explains a method to stop a runaway horse. Do not rush from the side, run with the horse, grab the reins near the saddle as it passes, yank hard, then continue to pull until the horse halts. A curb bit aids, and a driver may lash and yank again if needed to bring the animal down.
Advertisement for the Dunlap Pen Company at 280 Washington Street promotes a fountain and gold pen said to always write when desired, durable and improving with use, with a hard rubber holder and sixteen karat gold nib. It claims smooth writing with common ink and a 10,000 word capacity per fill, offering discounts till December 24.
Indianapolis dispatch reports newspaper speculation that James G. Blaine was offered the Secretary of State position. General Harrison refused to confirm or deny the tale, saying he would not discuss or validate such reports. In Washington, Rep. Dingley said he had heard nothing definitive about the offer and cautioned that an official word might come from Morton via a trusted correspondent in New York.
Washington reports Chairman Britton secured Interior and Postoffice corridors as sleeping quarters for about 1500 troops during the inauguration. A civic sub committee has requests from 75 organizations totaling 13,000 marchers, 2000 more than four years ago. New reception committee members include Colonel Fred Grant and Walker Blaine among others.
The Fitchburg Railroad directors report for the year ending Sept 30 1888 notes a nearly $100000 revenue shortfall due to consolidation with Hoosac Tunnel Deck and Elevator Troy & Greenfield Troy & Boston and others. Expenses run 76.8 percent of earnings with upgrades including 21 freight cars 5897 tons rails 215679 ties and Rotterdam elevator completed. Court case in Concord Boston Maine opposition adjourned to March.
George Routledge, the noted book publisher, died in London on Thursday. He began as an apprentice in Carlisle in 1827, later joined Baldwin & Cradock, then started his own retail business in London. His "Railway Library" series grew beyond 1000 volumes, with strong sales for "Romance of War." He opened a New York branch in 1854 and formed ties with prominent authors. He retired from active life about a year ago.
London dispatch says the United States protests Salisbury policy for not sending a British minister to Washington and vows not to be boycotted. Phelps hints at a short mission if Salisbury persists. Rives denies the report and says no instructions or strong stance exist on sending a minister.
A bottle picked up at Sandwich Harbor contains a note dated November 25 claiming a storm survivors aboard the bark J. R. Humphrey of Bath Maine. The message listsCaptain John Wilson and crew members and appeals for prayers. Subsequent text calls the tale a probable hoax, noting no such ship exists.
Rev. H Bernard Carpenter described his visit to Marathon and recounted Byron’s poetic faults. He painted the plain, landmarks, ruined shrine, and a pastoral crowd, then gave a vivid battle account. The victory’s meaning, influencing East and West, was emphasized as pivotal for democracy, religion, and civilization.
A series of fires reported December 14 caused varying damages from small to substantial across South Wreymouth Maupen Hype Park Crono and nearby areas. Losses ranged from under 500 to about 50 000 with several insured properties and buildings destroyed or damaged, including Everett Hall paintings and war relics.
Parker of 278 Washington street advertises driving gloves and nobby hats at bargains and correct prices. Parker's is a good place to trade.
Lieutenant John C Soley U S N spoke to Dorchester Yacht Club on The Lead and the Log describing methods to cast the log from shallow to deep water and praising Sir William Thompson for his log measuring device. The club announced December ladies’ reception next Wednesday 4 to 6 PM and monthly after January 9.
Testimony in the Fowle case describes loans tied to a $13,000 security and a tin box scheme where $10 bills appeared as $100. Witnesses Appleton and Moore testified about misvalued collateral and misappropriated interest. Fowle claimed reliance on Anderson, who handled the boxes, and that he could not read or write.
G. W. pe Co situated at 32 to 44 North Street specializes in producing badges and batons for ball committees floor directors and their aides for military department functions.
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