Senator Sawyer Receives Marriage Proposal From Widows
Washington December 18 United States Senator Philetus Sawyer, among the richest widows, received a bold marriage proposal from two Chicago widows wagering on the 1880 election. The letter claimed refinement and high standing, but the senator chooses to ignore it after a friend’s advice.
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Washington
United States
Philetus Sawyer
Connecticut Avenue
Sawyer
Chicago
Cleveland
Harrigan
Harrison
Mae
John Barrett Locked Up on False Pretences Charge
John Barrett 33, formerly of Providence, is jailed at Station 3 on a false pretences count. Elias Colwell, stable keeper at 80 Chardon Street, says Barrett obtained three horses valued at 1200 dollars and a 125 dollar check with no value received. Barrett, once a coachman for Providence thread maker James P. Coates, allegedly posed as Coates purchasing agent to win horses, using Colwell’s trust. the horses are now in a Providence stable under Barrett’s name. Special Officer Abbott notes the case and Barrett’s two weeks’ stay at a Harrison Avenue residence.
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Providence
Station 3
Elias Colwell
Chardon Street
Barrett
James P. Coates
Mr. Coates
Yament
Mr. Colwell
Coates
Colwell
Harrison Avenue
Tragic death by self-inflicted razor at Eustis Street home
Margaret T Powers aged 28 cut her throat with a razor at No 188 Eustis Street on Saturday and died almost instantly. Her husband, noticing unusual behavior, summoned Dr Ayer. They could not gain entry by the door, and Powers entered by a window to find her on the floor with a severe throat wound.
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Margaret T. Powers
Eustis Street
Ayer
Shawmut Avenue
Bradlee Papers Show No Motive for Suicide
The safe of J Walter Bradlee of Milton was opened by his family after his death by his own action. An examination found accounts in order and no motive. Friends cite lingering illness and defeat in a 3 year old Norfolk County sheriff election as factors. The buggy and horse were left at a stable near Mattapan. Funeral services set for 10 o'clock today with a house service followed by Unitarian Church mass.
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J. Walter Bradlee
Milton
Mr. Bradlee
Norfolk County
Augustus B. Fadicott
Bradlee
Mattapan
Unitarian Church
Oan
Peninsular Concert Thrills South Boston Audience
Dahlgren Hall on E street hosted the Peninsular Concert Company for its annual concert. A large crowd gathered with many friends in attendance. The Rugby Concert Quartet appeared for the first time, delivering a distinguished and highly praised performance.
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E Street
Boston
Peninsular Concert Company
Rugby
Apar
Fire devastates Jurgens wholesale grocer in Brooklyn
Five story brick building at Flushing avenue and Ryerson street owned by William C. A. Jurgens burned early this morning. Loss estimated near 5 9 000 000 with $150 000 on the building and $260 000 on stock insured. Fire spread to adjacent saloon and liquor buildings. Suspect Thomas McCann arrested on incendiary suspicions as wind drove brands across the block.
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N. Y
Flushing Avenue
Ryerson Street
William C. A. Jurgens
Jurgens
Neyins
H. Y. Reimer
George Tietjen
Hall Street
Thomas McCann
Beatty’s Powders Case Heard in Homestead Poison Plot
The Beattie case against Robert Beatty for furnishing poison to non union workers at Homestead was heard. Patrick Gallagher, who confessed, was absent. J M Davidson testified that on August 25 he, Gallagher, and Beatty met with Dempsey to plan poisoning. Davidson claimed croton oil was rejected. a powder Dempsey said was safer would work, with $50 per man and a gold watch. Beatty bound over in 5000 bail. Davidson also said the powders contained Turkey rhubarb and catarrhal snuff among other ingredients.
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Croton
Dempsey
Chicago
Davilson
Rial
Davidson
Gallagher
Secretary Foster vows to shield gold reserve amid exports
In Washington on December 18, Secretary of the Treasury Foster addressed fears of a large gold outflow. He pledged to use all resources to preserve gold and silver parity, including selling bonds if needed, and urged Congress to raise the reserve from 100 million to 125 million. He claimed credit for anticipating the pressure before Europe’s drain began.
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Th Treasury
Foster
Treasury
Secretary of the Treasury
Congress
Europe
Laconia Burglars Caught After Hot Chase
In Laconia New Hampshire on December 18 a saloon owned by John B Daoust was burglarized. Detectives trailed the thieves who were captured by Patrolman Thomas F Ford while fleeing with loot. The culprits were Leon Smith and Wille Cawley residents of Saconia both young men.
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Laconia
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John B. Daoust
Thomas F. Ford
Leon Smith
Wille Cawley
Saconia
Blaine Illness Worsens Amid Citywide Concern
The article reports James G Blaine Sr. slipping into critical condition with intermittent improvement through the day. Doctors Hyatt and Johnston visited after 5 pm, with later statements indicating potential survival through the night though risk of fatal relapse remained. Senator Hale and Mrs Hale offered support as reporters and President Harrison monitored the situation.
World’s Fair souvenir coin goes to Boston readers
The Post announces 60-cent World’s Fair coins struck for the Chicago event will be distributed in Boston to readers who subscribe now. Only 600,000 coins exist for over 66 million people. Each coin costs $1, is minted in Philadelphia, and profits go to the fair. Subscribers send payment to secure up to five coins, with out-of-town orders including postage and registry.
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The
Post
Philadelphia Mint
Eight Men Killed In Minnesota Wreck Near Nelson
At Nelson station, five miles east of Alexandria, a Great Northern freight collided with a wrecking train. Eight men were killed and five seriously injured as the eastbound freight failed to stop on a heavy westward grade. The wrecking caboose stood on the main track after cleanup work.
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Nelson Station
Here
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Nickey
Who Shall Be Senator From New Bedford Rivalry Heats Up
Senator Butler of New Bedford, leading Crapo’s campaign for the senatorship, drew many supporters and letters at Young's Hotel as Republicans debate caucus plans. Lodge supporters doubt caucus usefulness amid resistance from lawmakers and ex state figures like Robinson and Greenhalge, with Crapo and Barrett facing opposition.
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New Bedford
Young’s
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Post
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Lodge
Washington
Barrett
George D. Robinson
Greenhalge
Forefathers Day address by Boston Young Men's Christian Union
Hon Frederick T Greenhalge spoke on Forefathers Day at the Boston Young Men's Christian Union hall on Boylston street. He drew a parallel with Separatists, urged freedom with consecration, and urged courage virtue and high aims. He urged following Brewster's faith and Standish sword to strike for the right.
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Frederick T. Greenhalge
Boston Young Men’s Christian Union
Boylston Street
Columbus
Despond
Brewster
Massachusetts
Tabernacle Seized in Brooklyn Judgment on Notes
Alfred R. Teng obtained a judgment for 110,488 dollars against Talmie's Brooklyn tabernacle on December 7. On Friday night during a prayer meeting, Sheriff Cunningham seized church property under a Supreme Court warrant. Trustees promise to satisfy the judgment. Services held as usual. Dr. Talmage made no comment.
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N. Y
Alfred R. Teng
Talmie
New Brooklyn Tabernacle
Cunninghan
Barvlett
Supreme Court
Talmage
Inside a Modern Building Emphasizes Furnishings and Incineration
Inside a modern structure the article highlights abundant improvements, spacious well furnished rooms, and notable incineration retorts connected to a chancel with a mosaic floor. An east reception room with a sep- al So continues describing the layout and design elements.
Freight Trains Collide at Old Colony Tunnel In Fall River
Early today two freight trains collided in the Old Colony railroad tunnel in Fall River between 9 and 10. The crash damaged about six coal dumps and box cars and the wreck was cleared by about 1 p.m. The site is near the former Forepaughs circus wreck location.
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Fall River
Old Colony
Recount of Wards 14 and 19 Council Ballots Finished
The aldermanic recount of ballots for Common Council candidates in Wards 14 and 19 was completed yesterday, confirming the final vote tallies and outcome for these wards. No further details on counts or specific candidates are provided in the available text.
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Common Council
McCauley’s Brutal Assault in Dracut Leaves Riley Injured
Lowell, Dec 18. Thomas Riley was savagely assaulted Saturday night by a drunken man named McCauley in Dracut. Riley suffered a broken nose and upper jaw, scalp wounds above the left eye, and two facial cuts. The attacker eluded capture.
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Thomas Riley
Dracut
McCauley
Riley
Rockport Electric Railway Plans Move Forward
Rockport on December 18 saw a large turnout of capitalists at a meeting to establish an electric railway linking Rockport and Pigeon Cove. Sufficient stock was subscribed to form a company and proceed with the project.
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Rockport
Pigeon Cove
Farm Hants Escapade Sparks Vermont Theft Case
In Barke Vermont on a Friday evening George Chase a farm hand for C N Benedict stole a $40 gold watch $40 in cash and several chains while the family was away He hired a team at E J Geers cane drove to Montpelier and registered at the Pavilion since disappeared The thief has previously served at the reform school.
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George Chase
C. N. Benedict
E. J. Geers
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Montpelier
Reform School
Freight Agent McCourt Sued for 20000 by L and N
Cincinnati December 18 The Louisville and Nashville Railroad Company filed suit in Covington to recover 20000 from John C. McCourt former freight agent in Cincinnati for delinquencies uncovered by an examination of his accounts. McCourt was relieved of duties yesterday.
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Blaine Illness Reported As Organic Disease Emerges
Washington reports the first authorized notice that James G. Blaine is suffering from an organic disease. Doctors say he has shown recent signs of serious illness, though no rapid progression is expected. Blaine is better for a week, with family support and visits from Whitelaw Reid highlighting a somber, private struggle.
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W. W. Johnston
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Mr. Blaine
Whitelaw Reid
Mr. Reid
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Mr. Held
Coat Stolen From Cambridgeport Church Vestry
At the First Universalist Church Cambridgeport yesterday morning George H. Lawrence of 6 Maple Avenue reported an overcoat valued at 35 dollars stolen from the vestry. A week earlier a choir member had a coat stolen at the same church.
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George H. Lawrence
No. 6
Maple Avenue
Kate Kelleher Dies at 22 From Heart Failure
Newringport reports Kate Kelleher a 22 year old domestic in the employ of Moses H. Sargent dropped dead last night from heart failure. The death occurred in her home with no prior warning, authorities said.
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Newringport
Kate Kelleher
Moses H. Sargent
Kennebec River Closed To Navigation In December Freeze
Avausta Me December 18 The Kennebec was closed to navigation Saturday night as the recent cold spell solidified the channel. The freeze is generally good for the harbor and local winter traffic is expected to adjust to the ice conditions.
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Avausta
Kennebec
Chelsea recount gives Lenney win for Ward 4 alderman
Ex mayor Samuel P Lenney non partisan candidate defeats Alderman Fred M Whiting Republican by 85 votes after recount Lenney gains 194 Whiting loses eight in Chelsea ward race
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Chelsea
Samuel P. Lenney
Fred M. Whiting
Death of renowned expert on birds' anatomy in London
London dispatch reports the death of Sir Richard Owne, a leading specialist in comparative avian anatomy whose work spanned decades and influenced modern study of birds. The obituary notes his prominence in scientific circles and contributions to comparative anatomy.
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London
Richard Owne
Construction Worker Dies After Fall Into Hole
Yesterday morning Peter McGuin of Metropolitan Construction Sewer Company Chelsea fell into a dirt hole while wheeling dirt. He was badly injured and died soon after.
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Peter McGuin
Metropolitan Construction Sewer Company
Chelsea
Igor Gr
Lamp explosion causes minor fire at 87 O Street
A kerosene lamp exploded in Ellen Myers’s dwelling at 7:23 last night. An alarm from Box 138 summoned firefighters. The blaze was extinguished with only slight damage to the home.
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Ellen Myers
O Street
Possible Trans Atlantic Race Between Two Ocean Liners
The Inman steamship City of Paris and Cunard’s Etruria sailed yesterday in conditions suggesting a race across the Atlantic. It is the first time the two ships have departed together, and the City of Paris will be her last voyage under English subsidy.
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Inman
City of
Paris
Cremation Arrives in America and Its Rising Use
Describes the cremation process in detail, listing the Vellini system and Bunsen burners. Notes the incineration occurs in a basement gas generator room with the body placed on a terra cotta trough, and that public crematories spread from five sites in 1881 to twenty later. The piece praises cremation for hygiene, safety, and weather independence, and cites New York society aims to promote the practice. It also mentions Mr. Hallett as an early figure in the movement.
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New York
America
Europe
Hallett
Incineration Decision Sparks Civic Interest
A known citizen's approval of incineration has renewed public attention and may influence others, with observers noting potential broad impact on local attitudes and policy discussions.
Double Funeral Held After Maverick Street Crossin Tragedy
Peculiarly sad rites were held yesterday for two sisters killed in a Maverick street crossing accident last Thursday night. In East Boston both funerals met near the scene and proceeded together to Holy Cross Cemetery. Bridget Berry aged 20 and Catherine Donahoe were buried in separate services but shared procession routes from 311 Chelsea street and 241 Maverick street through Maverick square, with mourners and pallbearers from local orders and families attending.
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Maverick Street
Maverick Square
Meridian Street
Matlen
Holy Cross Cemetery
Maverick Squire
Bridget Berry
Michael F. McMahon
Chelsea Street
Father Dwyer
Sacred Heart Church
Felix Maguire
Peter Mortimer
Patrick Kelly
Felix Tierney
John Duffer
Austin Duffer
Catherine Donahoe
Garrity
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Assumption Church
Goeth Lodge
S. of IL
No. 23
William J. O’brien
Thomas Kane
James Driscoll
Nicholas L. Fulham
John J. Flaherty
Andrew McCormick
Massachusetts Governor Letter Denounces Texas Miscount Claim
Massachusetts Governor William E. Russell responds to Frank Chase of Waco Texas about a flawed assertion that a voter error cost a Republican defeat. He says the claim lacked evidence, notes the opponent’s apology, and condemns the party’s conduct as an outrageous misimpression on the people.
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Dallas
Texas
William E. Russell
Massachusetts
Commonwealth OF Massachusetts
Boston
Frank Chase
Waco
Commonwealth
W. E. Russaiu
Swett Car Wheel and Foundry workers strike in Chelsea
The moulding department employees at Swett Car Wheel and Foundry Company in Chelsea walked off the job on Saturday afternoon, initiating a strike over unresolved labor issues.
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Swett Car Wheel and Foundry Company
Chelsea
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