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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1884

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Fatal pistol wound at wedding in William J. Taylor's home

In Joseph Missouri on December 26 Willis Bunch wed Miss Mary Reno at William J. Taylors. Nathan Partlow demanded his wife return home, argued loudly, and drew a pistol firing at Partlow who was struck and mortally wounded. The ceremony proceeded briefly in another room. Partlow is jailed.

Joseph Willis Bunch Mary Reno Yesteray William J. Taylor Nathan Partlow Partlow Burriefly

New York New Corporations Formed In A Week

The American Business Guide reports 76 new corporations organized in the past week, up from 99 the prior week. Mining and milling lead with 12 firms and 30.59 million dollars, followed by railways at 13 with 5.64 million, machinery manufacturing at 10 with 3.09 million, printing at 10 with 0.74 million, gas and water at 4 with 0.12 million, grain and provisions at 7 with 0.46 million, textiles at 10 with 0.61 million, and Sunday purposes at 10 with 4.17 million. Total capital 45.40 million.

New York American Business Guide

Tug Frederick Ives Coal Tow Breaks Up Off Penfield Reef

The Frederick Ives towing 13 barges of coal bound to New Haven from New York encountered a heavy sea off Penfield reef. Eleven barges totaling about 3000 tons, valued at $10,000, broke loose and foundered. No lives were lost. The tugs Welsh and Resolute, each with 11 boats, left New York with the Ives for New Haven and have not been heard from, but may have found shelter.

New Haven Conn Frederick Ives New England Transportation Company Bridgeport Penfield Reef The New England Empire Transportation Somageny Welsh Resolute New York

City fund backs probe into election fraud in 19th ward

Chicago observers report $6500 pledged at a prominent citizens meeting to extend inquiry into the 19th ward election frauds. W E Stone of the Daily News says a five member committee has proof that Gallagher forged the tally sheet and that Gallagher MacKin and another known person stuffed the ballot box. The county grand jury has begun an investigation aimed at defeating justice.

Chicago Isih W. E. Stone The Daily News Committee of Five Gallagher MacKin

Northern Pacific argues mail routes open amid snow blockades

PAUL Minn Dec 26 Officials of the Northern Pacific railway deny a report that the road is blockaded and mails sent to Portland via San Francisco They say snow blockade is on the Oregon Railway and Navigation line and the Northern Pacific remains open from St Paul to Wallula Junction with trains running regularly A large force is working to open the Oregon railway from Wallula Junction to Portland and on the Oregon Short Line division

Tragedy in MALpEN and Keene: two fatalities from trains

MALpEN Massachusetts December 26 Roger Madden aged 63 was instantly killed by the Great Falls express near the depot after years in the English army and Civil War service He leaves a wife and three daughters The report notes he was an excessive drinker In Keene New Hampshire December 26 Annie Brow VW years old daughter of Charles Brow was struck by a train on the Cheshire railroad while sleighing and killed The horse accompanying the sleigh was also killed

Malpen Mass Roger Madden Great Falls Keene N. H Annie Charles Brow Cheshire Ontario Toronto Wiliam Lyon Thomas Philadelphia MacNeal Mobile West Point Chattahoochee United States Mail Roberts County Dakota Fargo James Collins Pan Handle Railroad Cadiz Junction Searcy County Ark William Snow Frederick H. Gertlan Reading Railroad Company Reading

Salvation Army to Begin Work in Eagle Hull

Capt Thompson and Happy Bill arrive with the advance guard in DoggeR N H as Salvation Army opens here Sunday morning. Public parade, three Sunday meetings at the barracks, and weekly evening session planned. Capt Annie Shirley and staff arrive tomorrow, generating strong interest as the group prepares to stay until Gabriel blows his trumpet.

Dogger N. H Capt Thompson Happy Bill Saco Salvation Army Eagle Hull Annie Shirley Gabriel

New York Baby Born Weighs 11 Ounces Six Inches Long

New York December 26 Mrs Charles Tracey of Kingsbridge recently gave birth to a healthy infant weighing 11 ounces and six inches in length. The newborn is described as extremely small with the head crab apple sized and a mouth too small to feed, aided by a nipple and tiny bottle.

New York Charles Tracey Kingsbridge

Philadelphia Mortgage Suit Seeks Receiver for Railroad

In Philadelphia on December 26 George Biddle representing Wharton Barker H McK Twombly and others filed an equity bill in the U S circuit court alleging the Philadelphia and Reading railroad company breached the $2 5 million general mortgage and is unable to meet its terms seeking the appointment of a receiver.

Philadelphia George Biddle Wharton Barker H. McK. Twombley Philadelphia and Reading Railroad Company United States

Sargent Sues City Over Derby Tax Deal in New Haven

J B Sargent filed an injunction against New Haven authorities to block accepting a proposed debt compromise with the Derby railroad. William Lynn, shot by Jacob Moore, is not fatally wounded as earlier reported, and Moore, still at large, also wounded another man named William Jones.

New Haven Conn J. B. Sargent Derby Railroad William Lynn Jacob Moore Moore William Jones

Farm worker found in woods burned after fire incident near Litiz

Oscar Wise of Lancaster County was found in Miller's woods near Litiz with both legs burned from hips to knees. He was taken to a hospital and is not expected to survive. He claimed the cold overwhelmed him last evening, he built a fire, and his numbness caused him to fall into the flames.

Lancaster Oscar Wise Litiz Miller’s Woods

Deacon Returns to Northville Couple Plan Move to Orange

Deacon George Merry of Northville L I eloped with Tester Davies's wife six weeks ago. He returned home last night and will sell the property to move to Orange Va. Mrs Davies has returned and is living with her parents at Bridghampton IL. No reconciliation yet with her husband, but she is repentant.

New York Pec George Merry Northville L. I Tester Davies Orange

Orange procession passes Port Grace area amid police watch

Despatches from Harbor Grace report hundreds of River Head men pursuing Orangemen after a past conflict site in Pippys's Lane. Inspector Carty leads mounted and infantry police keeping a safe interval while the Orangemen proceed to their hall. The city remains tranquil.

St. Johns N. F Harbor Grace Pippys River Head Carty

City Clerk Doolittle Resigns Amid Account Irregularities

Kuunn New Hampshire reports irregularities in the accounts of L. C. Doolittle who has served seven years as city clerk. He resigns and RE. O. Keith is named temporary clerk. Mayor Kimball will hire an expert to audit the books, with bondsmen ensuring city protection against loss.

Abortionist Arrested in Williams Case Probe

Mary Ann Williams, a colored woman from Madison Street, has been arrested on a charge of aiding and abetting the procurement of an abortion in connection with the death of German girl Bertha Tost. Officials say the case remains under investigation.

Previdence R. J Mary Ann Williams Madison Street Bertha Tost

End of Shoemakers Lockout Brings Many Back to Work

Philadelphia reports the long shoe factory lockout ended today with many workers returning. Several manufacturers chose to keep plants closed through the new week to finish repairs.

Philadelphia

Frelinghuysen Letter on Spain Porto Rico Treaty Policy

Secretary Frelinghuysen answers questions from Senator Miller on the Spain Porto Rico treaty. He defends the accord as part of a broader reciprocity program, argues against Cuba annexation, cites revenue and protection considerations, and notes precedents showing executive treaties with congressional support. The letter frames the agreement as advancing U S commerce, laboring in national interest, and offering protections to citizens abroad.

Washington Frelinghuysen Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Department OF State Joan F. Miller Committee On Foreign Relations Senate United States Spain Porto Rico Congress House Mexico Central South America Cuba Santo Domingo Columbia Nicaragua Union

Washington Items Show Lobbying Over Treaties and Navy Tensions

A Boston Post dispatch reports a lobby forming in support of Spanish and Nicaraguan treaties. Navy department tensions grow over the Fish Commission and Lieut. Wood. Cabinet talks, navy yard layoffs, Washington monument relic trade, bank extensions, and new treasury inspectors are noted.

Boston Post Washington State Department Navy Department Fish Commission Max Wood Fish Hawk Ferguson Secretary of the Navy Lieut Wood Baird Congress

Contracts Made for the Monster Palace of Ice in Montreal

Reports say the ice cairn on Champ de Mars will be a seven story round tower 50 feet wide and 75 feet tall, tapering to a crown. It uses 12,000 ice blocks with a colossal snow figure holding a torch on the top, lit by electricity. Eight turrets flank the structure, with flags from many nations, and work also begins on an ice palace at Common Square opposite the Windsor Hotel.

Montreal Champ de Mars Common Square Windsor Hotel

handbag snatching on Chandler street nets suspect Daniel Nelson

Charlotte L. Ross reported a purse theft on Chandler street at about 4 20 Friday. A man seized the thief after he snatched her handbag at opposite 48, knocked him down, and held him until police arrived. The suspect, Daniel Nelson, 25, was taken to the fifth station with the recovered items.

Charlotte L. Ross Chandler Street Daniel Nelson

Haverly theatre bill called off amid pay dispute

Curcaco December 26 La Charbonniere was milled for the Haverly theatre but no performance occurred. The Brooks and Dickson management group faces disarray as company members refuse to act without guaranteed salaries.

Haverly Theatre Brooks & Dickson

Elliott Brothers & Co. default on payments in Philadelphia

Elliott Brothers and Co., Philadelphia based Gry goods merchants, announced they cannot meet payments. They report assets of 220000 pounds and liabilities of 227282 dollars, offering to settle at 60 cents on the dollar.

Philadelphia Elliott Brothers & Co

Destructive Spain Earthquake Strikes Malaga and Granada

A powerful 50 second earthquake shock rattled Spain on Wednesday night, felt across the country and worst in Andalusia. In Granada and Malaga homes collapsed and many killed or wounded. residents fled to open squares and fields. Rescue gangs search ruins as a relief drive begins with provisions and clothing sent from Madrid.

Maprio Spain Andalusia Granada Malaga Madrid Opera Paris Senate M. Baffel M. Denayrouse Rodez M. Feuillee Bismarck London Prince Bismarck Braun Russia Peter the Great Europe Holy Alliance Asia

Maine Insane Hospital Reports Improved Usefulness

From the Maine insane hospital annual report for the year ending November 30, 1884, trustees say the institution is on a higher plane of usefulness. Details show 203 admitted during the year, 667 under treatment, 460 remaining, with 101 deaths and 460 current patients. Receipts were $100,600 and disbursements $97,000. resources $51,291.84, liabilities $30,513.58, private resources $20,778.26. Finance notes include leg­islative appropriations for new pavilions, total costs, and future funding needs.

Avagusta Maine Insane Hospital

Death by Own Action of Clergyman and Journalist

In Scranton Pa on December 26 a 72 year old man registered as H I Ball of Ohio was found dead in his hotel room. He claimed to be a lawyer and journalist with ties to the Chicago Inter Ocean the Boston Pilot and the New York Tribune. Rat poison found on him suggests self inflicted death linked to family troubles. locals say he had studied law under Chief Justice Chase and left clues as Freewill Baptist minister.

Scranton White's H. I. Ball Ohio Chase Chicago Inter Ocean Boston Pilot New York Tribune Inter Ocean Evansville Ind Wantana Tribune Ball John Boyle O'Reilly Boston Pilot Paris Boston Theatre Rickaby Boston Museum Victorien Sardons Rhea United States France J. W. Morrissey

Mysterious Plot to Murder By An Infernal Machine

A Nassau Street delivery boy conveyed a crate to an unnamed man for 25 cents on return, but the opened box revealed a spring ignition, matches, nitric acid, powder, and glass. had it functioned it could have endangered the holder. The lad and box were taken to police court for review.

New York Charles Miller The American Tract Society Nassau Street Leroy Hudson Streets Henry Gurley Anthony Comstock City Hall Capt. Steers Brooks & Dickson James A. Randall Detroit Supreme Court Joseph Brooks

A Famous Will Case Deliberations End With Jury

A jury in East Cambridge began deliberations in the Stone will case after a trial extending three weeks. The dispute centers on a fortune near two million dollars and a web of wills, executors, and beneficiaries involving Dr. Willcox and Mrs. Stone's relatives. The judge framed three questions for verdict: proper execution, sound mind, and undue influence.

Stone Dr. Willcox Dartmouth College Amherst Wellesly Andover Drury Oberlin Will Wilcox Messrs Morse Benton Willcox Gaston T. H. Russell

New York Broker Tries to Kidnap Son in Canada

In St Jerome Montreal area J G Rigrey a New York broker attempted to seize his son from his mother and sister amid a custody dispute. After a writ of habeas corpus and a tense pursuit villagers aided the mother before Rigrey fled to New York, dodging an arrest warrant. The mother hails from a prominent New York family related to Canada’s Secretary of State Mr Chapleau.

New York Canada Montreal St. Jerome J. G. Rigrey Rigrey

Crime statistics for 1884 shock New York readers

The Evening Telegraph cites U S crime figures for 1884: 3377 deaths from violence, 1494 last year. 215 mysteriously murdered. 48 children killed by parents. 83 wives killed by husbands. 12 husbands killed by wives. Executions total 103 for murder, five for assault, three for arson. Lynching includes 157 whites, 61 blacks, one Japanese. 209 summary executions by mobs and vigilance committees.

New York The Evening Telegraph United States Tthe Union

Meeting of National Suffragists Delegates to the Washingtoon Convention

The Massachusetts chapter of the National Woman Suffrage Association held its regular meeting at 5 Park Street. Delegates to the January Washington convention were named: Mrs H A Shutuck, Mrs H W Robinson, Mrs G W Simonds, Mrs HB Spanksng, Mrs D W Forbes, and Mrs Louisa Bright. The group noted 11000 votes in Washington territory and discussed future suffrage efforts and January meetings.

National Woman Suffrage Association of Massachusetts Park Street Washington Territory Vermont Tennessee Terre Haute Ind Georgia Woburn Mass India E. B. Allwill Washington National Woman Suffrage Association H. A. Shutuck H. Wf. Robinson Malden G. W. Simonds Boston HB. M. Spanksng Lowell D. W. Forbes Westboro Louisa Bright South Boston

Engineers calm after talks with Col Hoxie in St Louis

In sr Louis on December 26 the grievance committee chairman said Grand Chief Arthur and the general committee met Col Hoxie. He affirmed the 1&2 agreement must be faithfully carried out. Engineers expressed satisfaction and all danger of trouble was deemed past.

Sr. Louis, Mo The Wabash Engineers Arthur Col. Hoxie

Woman leaps from Hoboken ferry near Christopher Street slip

Mrs M K Crane widow of a Newark, New Jersey, resident, pacing on the Hoboken ferry, suddenly jumped into the water as the boat neared the New York side. She was rescued with difficulty and later regained consciousness.

Hwooken N. J Hoboken Christopher Street New York

Fourth Annual Lecture on The Art of Reading

Prof Moses True Brown delivered the fourth in his series on The Art of Reading at the Young Men's Christian union. He argued the face shows inner states, with eyes nostrils and mouth key to expressions, citing students of Delsarte and Moreau. He posited vertical facial outlines mark higher humanity and announced two extra lectures on The Human Figure as an Expression Agent.

Moses True Brown Young Men’s Christian Union Delsarte Hus Delaumesne Shakepe Moreau Earth Brown

Order to arrange Suffolk county court files carried out

The 1883 aldermen order authorizing the clerk to arrange early Suffolk county court files has been nearly completed by William P. Upham of Salem. Over 50,000 documents fill 270 covers and are organized by exact sequence from 1629 onward, tracing from the quarter court to the county court and later to royal and superior courts through the 17th and 18th centuries.

Supreme Court Suffolk County Board of Aldermen William P. Upham Salem His Majesty’s Court of Superior Judicature Court of Assize General Goal Delivery Commonwealth

Exhibition thrills visitors with novel displays and electric show

The exhibition offers many fine displays including novel ties and attractions such as the electric railway phono graph ocean telegraph miniature Bijou theatre and the little orphan chickens. The United States Electric Light company operates a 259-light machine with a 50-light chandelier near the center and two 300-candle power incandescents in the monitor. Col Hewins supervises the installation and expects to light the cottage this evening.

Phonograph Ocean Telegraph United States Electric Light Company Slso Col. Hewins

Mail routing change for British French and Belgian lines

Postmaster General directs that from January 1 1885 all correspondence for Great Britain France and Belgium sent from Boston by Cunard steamers will be sent to New York for quicker transit unless specifically addressed to Boston cent.

Great Britain France Belgium Cunard Boston New York

Bishop Deposes Reverend for Drunkenness in Philadelphia

The Press announces on Christmas Day that Bishop Stevens has deposed Rev. Alexander B. Crawford from the Protestant Episcopal ministry for drunkenness while in the pulpit. Crawford, pastor of the chapel annexed to Episcopal Hospital in Philadelphia, resigned and returned to Dover, New Hampshire after the charge.

Philadelphia Bishop Stevens Alexander B. Crawford Protestant Episcopal Church Crawford Episcopal Hospital Dover N. H

Longtime Crawford County Resident Dies at 103 in Titusville

Baltzer Gehr, a Crawford county resident for eight years, died aged 103 years and six months. He recently claimed a $20,000 legacy that had remained unclaimed in Bucks county, traced to his 100th birthday celebration noted three years prior. An unrelated line touts a pure stimulant product, C. Layior Olaf Bourbon, in bottled form from druggists.

Titusville Baltzer Gehr Crawford County Bucks County

Parisians Roil Over Rumored Madness Of Poet Richepin

The London World reports Paris again buzzing about the supposed madness of Jean Richepin after rumors spread about his desert wanderings. Sarah Bernhardt faced anonymous abuse while preparing her role, with Paris newspapers noting the tale lacks foundation yet stirs capital gossip.

Jean Richepin Ulysses Sarah Bernhardt Mme Clovis- Hugues Sarah Theodora Agoust Hanlon-Lee Oceana M. Richepin

Paris Hotel Clock Theft Tale Amuses Pall Mall Gazette

A Paris lodging guest left on foot after paying her bill. The landlord found the mantel clock missing from the room after her trunks were dispatched. He pursued and accuses the lady of theft, while she protests the insult and shouts in her defense.

Pall Mall Gazette Paris

What has become of David Davis and others today

A compendium of brief items notes Davis inquiries and the heavier mail received by Mr. Carlisle, with Senator Logan following. It mentions Lieut Gen Sheridan ill at home, Edwin Stone newly from Biddeford at Minneapolis Academy of Music, a Cleveland reception in Buffalo on Jan 10, Miss Lelia J. Robinson succeeding in law in Washington territory and Oregon, a notable suit against the United States district attorney, and a five day men’s clothing sale by Macallar Parker & Co offering surplus goods.

David Davis Carlisle Congress Logan Almerine Gillette Canaan Conn Washington Sheridan Minneapolis Academy of Music Edwin Stone Biddeford Cleveland City Club of Buffalo Saturda Col Johnsen Quincy House Bayard of Edmunds Concord N. H Montpelier Argus Lelia J. Robinson Boston Washington Territory Oregon United States

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