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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1891
Page
1
An earnest greeting to hosts of friends marks a pledge to expand business for 1892 with a broader and more comprehensive scale. The announcement highlights special New Year bargains as a sign of good faith and future advantages.
The Hon. Peleg McFarlin discusses how excessive tariff has thrived for a generation. A strong, reform minded gathering at Sandwich features a message associated with Grover Cleveland. Pennsylvania is labeled the most corrupt commonwealth in the land amid a nationwide argument.
Hon Peleg Mc Farlin speaks at Barnstable County Tariff Reform Club praising Massachusetts for leading in liberalizing trade. He condemns excessive tariffs as inequitable, cites past elections as mandate for reform, and blasts Pennsylvania lawmakers tied to protective duties while Cape Cod workers suffer. The speech links national policy to local industry and calls for swift action.
In Stamford Conn on December 30 Mrs Norman Thomas was shot by her husband as she left a lawyer's office where she sought a divorce. Thomas then shot himself after the attack. Both are colored, married five years, with reports of abuse and jealousy. Thomas, 21, and Mrs Thomas, 27, survived injuries.
Coroner Mitchell's jury at Tarrytown indicts Brakeman Albert Herrick for manslaughter in the New York Central wreck near Hastings on Christmas night. Augustus Ossman named as accessory. case to Westchester grand jury in February. Injured include Mrs. Baldwin and Annie Ford. editor Bagnall critically ill. Authorities to pursue warrants and reforms for rail safety.
James E Minon of Natick has been jailed in East Cambridge for non payment of a 1887 1888 poll tax. Officials say he could have taken the poor debtor oath to obtain relief, but failed to raise funds. Tax Collector Currier defends the process and notes he kept Minon's board paid, while Minon's supporters call him a victim of harsh law and indifferent officials. The hearing before Judge Almy is pending with release possible via oath.
San Francisco reports the worst rain and snow storm in years, lasting twenty four hours. The Southern Pacific railroad line is heavily affected with snow depths in some spots exceeding twelve feet, threatening maritime disaster records.
A devastating storm rages across Ireland with the Atlantic mounting to mountains along Arran's southern islands. Many houses and other properties have been destroyed as the gale tears through the region.
The Large Michigan Central freight depot at St. Tuomas Ontario was gutted by fire tonight with a large quantity of freight destroyed. The total loss could not yet be estimated.
At 8 20 last night Thomas Goodwin 50 reported locating his wife dead in her room at 42 Longwood Avenue Station 10 and Medical Examiner Draper ordered autopsy for today The husband will be held at the station pending autopsy results
Twenty thousand Boston families are using Ayer's Hygienic Coffee, reflecting broad adoption in the city. The notice highlights steady consumer trust and brand presence amid local demand for health oriented beverages.
LaGranp Ore December 30 The fast mail train on the Union Pacific wrecked near here last night Engineer R R Law Fire man George Miller and a tramp named Zumin ski were killed another tramp named Sigmer fatally injured It is believed that on a curve the head engine spread the rails causing the second engine mail and baggage car to plunge into the river fifty feet away The rest of the train stayed on track and no passengers were hurt.
The American Folk-Lore Society met in Washington on December 30 with several papers read and officers elected. President F W Putnam of Cambridge was chosen for the coming term, with Dr John H Hinton of New York City as treasurer and Franz Boas J Walter Fewkes among council members. Boston selected as the next meeting site. The Modern Language Association also elected Professor F A March of Lafayette College as president.
Dynamite thawing at Schoonmaker's quarry west of Milwauker results in an explosion. William and Albert Walters were blown to pieces. John Rogalsky sustains serious injuries.
Harold M. Sewell consul-general at Apia Samoa returned to Washington on leave to confer with State Department officials before resuming duty. He, knowledgeable on island sentiment, will be asked to express views at length. He plans to sail from San Francisco next month.
Sabin L. Sayles, prominent woollen manufacturer from Dayville, Danville area, died this afternoon at 65. A well known Republican with wide state influence, he held numerous town and state positions. He was father in law of Congressman Charles A. Russell.
Torrica Kansas December 30 The senatorial contest remains unchanged Major J K Hudson appears most likely to succeed Senator Plumb with broad delegate support and stronger backing than other candidates The appointment is not expected before Friday or Saturday
Private despatch from Paris reports the death of R. Austin Robertson in Paris. He was born in Boston in 1828 and later partnered with Edwin Booth. He became manager of the American Art Association in 1853 and represented it in China, Japan, and Paris.
Secretary Blaine announces reciprocity arrangements with Guatemala and El Salvador. Guatemala pact awaits Congress approval. Salvador pact expected to take effect February first.
The ferry boat Orange of the Hoboken Ferry Company collided with tug No. 3 of the New York Central Lighterage Company in the North River. The tug’s captain and four crewmen were rescued.
Washington reports on January 4, 1892 the money order service will be extended to about 250 fourth class post offices across the country.
At Boston Dec 30 Columbian from Liverpool. At New York Dec 30 Egyptian Monarch from London. At New York Dec 30 Rugia from Hamburg. Off the Lizard Dec 30 Damara from Halifax for London. At Hull Eng Dec 29 Iago from New York. At Liverpool Dec 30 Istrian from Newport News. The popularity of Salvation Oil is not as astonishing when we hear of its many cures.
On December 30 General Stanley orders suppression of Garza supporters in Starr and Duval counties as cavalry moves from Texas posts. Garza broadens recruitment on American soil, drawing concern over neutrality violations. Reports from Rio Grande City and Monclova flag border tension with US troops and Texas Rangers poised for further action.
Washington December thirty ceremony unites Miss Rachel Sherman daughter of General Sherman and Dr Paul Thorndike of Boston in the Catholic rites at Senator Sherman’s residence. Distinguished guests include President Harrison and Mrs. Harrison Secretary Blaine and many officials. reception and wedding breakfast follow.
The adjourned annual meeting of the American Copyright League in New York expressed profound grief at the death of James Russell Lowell. Resolutions praise his leadership, artistry, and defense of international copyright. Edmund Clarence Stedman elected president. Edward Aggleston vice president. R. A. Johnson secretary. Col. Thomas W. Knox treasurer.
Forecast till 8 p.m. Thursday calls for colder, fair weather in New England with increasing cloudiness and rising temperatures Friday. Eastern New York also sees colder, fair conditions with north winds. Storm signals posted from New Haven to Eastport, Maine. Source notes mention Dr Bull's Cough Syrup.
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