27 Dec 1886
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1886
Page
1
Keelems offers 81 to 91 Washington Street Col. Elm with ten spacious salesrooms devoted to drawing room bedroom library and dining room furniture all at specially attractive prices.
A Muskogee dispatch reports Captain Sam Six Killer chief of police in the Indian Territory was assassinated Friday night. Dick Vann, an infamous desperado recently pardoned by President Cleveland, and Cunningham, Vann's brother-in-law, killed Six Killer after a confrontation in the town. Authorities seek Cunningham and Vann, while tributes pour in from colleagues.
Reports note the deaths of Senator John A Logan and Representative Bartlett, widespread tributes to Logan, and multiple criminal cases from police murders to express car robberies. Also covered are fisheries news, a fishing death, repairs to a cable, and various local incidents from Vermont to New Hampshire and beyond.
A deadly fight on Merrimac Street may result in the death of Edward Burns. The report notes a violent incident in the city and records other Christmas season events such as Sunday school festivals and church services.
New York dispatch notes no cable reports received by AP as land lines in England are down from storms, hindering transmission of updates.
Derby and Kilmer Desk Company showcases roll top desks library tables chairs in antique oak cherry black walnut ash and mahogany. Best business desks in Boston with prices for first class goods. Located at 56 Charlestown street Begien.
Washington, Dec 26. Senator Logan dies after a long bout with rheumatism and brain complications. Doctors reported no hope after a final decline as trusted aides, family, and national figures gathered at his bedside and paid tribute to the fallen statesman and soldier.
Avavera Me Dec 26. James G Blaine speaks on General Logan after news of his death. He recalls meeting Logan in 1863 Lincoln era and notes Logan's high military rank among Union volunteers. Blaine praises Logan's will and fearlessness in parliament and on the battlefield, while stressing the need for fellow officers and veterans to honor him. He recalls a long friendly relation from 1866 through his Fortieth Congress tenure.
New York mourns General John A. Logan with tributes from Sherman and major papers. Historians praise his courage and blunt politics, while noting limits as a statesman and his fierce, ambitious nature as a postwar leader.
The news of General Logan's death drew fewer outward expressions of grief in Chicago due to Sunday. Messages of regret poured to Mrs. Logan. Possible Senate succession names included Governor Oglesby Charles B Farwell and Congressman elect Baker. Logan, a Grace Methodist member, recently attended Trinity Church for sacraments. Rev Taha Alabaster led prayer for the dying man at Trinity.
Senator Hawley mourns General Logan calling him profoundly brave and incorruptible. Chairman A M Jones laments the loss, noting Logan’s impact in war and politics and Mrs Logan’s sorrow. Springfield residents honor the general with tributes and cemetery burial options.
A biographical sketch of John Alexander Logan, detailing his Illinois roots, early law career, military service from Mexico to Gettysburg, and rise to U S Senator. It covers his leadership in the Army of the Tennessee, key campaigns, and later political career including chairmanship of the military affairs committee and opposition to Porter's restoration.
Police report a murder at 108 Islington street in the Creek area. Margaret Blute lies killed with severe head injuries and a torn throat. husband Patrick Blute is arrested after admitting beatings and claiming to have fallen asleep. Children weeping as witnesses. coroner will hear evidence tomorrow.
Jean L. Vonnebell of Frankfort on the Main faced a New York Police Court ruling ordering $5 weekly support for his wife Maria J. Vonnebell mother of six. She accuses abandonment dating to 1883 while he cites her scandalous behavior and rank differences. He claims to have supported the family and earned $1000 yearly with work for importer Clarence M. Roof. He displayed the Iron Cross awarded at home for gallantry.
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