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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1896
Page
6
Inquiries mount about the burial site of the famed artist Gilbert Stuart as researchers and historians seek definitive resting place details. The mystery surrounds the final resting spot of the portraitist celebrated for defining American visual heritage.
Wire Commissioner Murphy was honored today as his official duties end. Captain William Brophy presented resolutions from the wire department, praising Murphy and wishing him success in his new field and future endeavors. The list of signatories includes Brophy and many department members.
In three actions by Miss Annie Clarke Miss Kate Ryan and Actor Arthur Forrest against banker Nathan B Goodnow owner of the Grand Opera House Judge Brown awarded 750 to Clarke 315 to Ryan and 890 to Forrest. The defendant filed an appeal in Municipal Court. The case now goes to the Superior Court.
An American Society for Psychical Research gathering at Allston Hall Grundmann Studios drew a keen audience last night. Professor William James presided and spoke, with Professor J H Hyslop conducting crystal vision experiments and Dr W R Newhall lecturing on three cases of subconscious reasoning.
Bradstreet’s notes tepid domestic wool sales ease while foreign wool and steel demand show strength. Railroads gain tonnage versus 1893, but widespread factory slowdowns persist. failures rise in the U S and Canada as retail trade remains subdued and inventories stay high.
Dun and Co. reports early 1894 signs of better trade as bond payments ease money markets and inquiries rise. Domestic trade via clearing houses is 6.5 percent below last year, with 36.4 percent drop vs 1893, yet prospects for a stronger spring amid iron steel gains and durable goods demand.
The article praises John H. Woodbury, physician of 11 Winter Street, as inventor of Woodbury's Facial Soap for the skin scalp and complexion. It notes his treatment claims and widely touted product.
Landlord Whipple says demolition for a new Tremont and Boylston hotel will begin by April 1 as tenants vacate. Promoters estimate as much as 500000 dollars paid to remove current stores and offices, with M Steinert & Sons receiving 200000. Officials question license legality due to proximity to Winthrop School, while awaiting final arrangements.
Comptroller Bowler reversed Solicitor Reeve by upholding two contracts for carrying Boston mails. A wagon contractor and the West End Street Railway both serve the same area, involving about $12,000 in Boston. The ruling could affect many cities with overlapping carriage contracts.
The firm Estabrook & Co. formed by Arthur F. Estabrook Charles Herbert Watson Frank L B Bemis and Charles E Eddy continues the Brewster Cobb Estabrook legacy. They move into 35 Congress Street in offices refurbished for modern banking and will specialize in United States bonds and high grade municipal investments while also handling commission orders on stock exchanges.
The annual meeting of the New England Bureau of United Inspection elected A. K. Simpson as chairman M. R. Emerson as vice chairman R. W. Hillard as secretary A. C. Adams as treasurer and formed finance and executive committees with members A. K. Simpson M. R. Emerson A. C. Adams W. T. Teale J. H. Leighton and A. CG. Adams. A large attendance showed strong interest in the bureau's work.
H W Dresser of Cambridge delivered the lecture before the Metaphysical Club in Association Hall last evening. The talk explored the foundations of belief in a spiritual reality and its implications.
George B. Ives, former Essex county assistant district attorney, left Massachusetts State Prison on parole after serving for forgeries and embezzlement. Supportive wife at his side, he plans to return to Salem and complete his term under the parole granted by Governor Greenhalge and council. Salem residents react with disfavor, though Warden Bridges defends parole as merciful and effective.
At National dock East Boston crowds watched wreckers unload whiting from sunken lighter No 5. Diver Mike Sullivan patched the hull and pumps prepared to raise the craft. The Nantasket arrived from Rosario after 56 days weathered damage. Allan Wilde from Buenos Ayres reported Captain Johnson, and mourned Captain Brophy who died in Buenos Ayres. The Minerva No 7 pilot boat will launch next week from Jeffries Point, with detailed dimensions and materials. Other items note Great Admiral in dry dock, Independent lost a mast, and car float launched. ships and captains receive honors for rescues including Weiss of Belgian King and Ilshire of Mohawk. The Trinidad reached Bermuda from New York in 48 hours.
Royal Blue line runs escorted trips from Boston to Washington on Feb 19 Apr 3 15 and May 6 covering all transportation hotel and expenses. Illustrated itinerary available from A J Simmons N E A 2141 Washington Street Boston.
Miss Estelle Heilbrun who had been reported missing was found yesterday morning wandering in East Boston in a dazed condition. Police said she was safely located and there were no signs of foul play.
The fragment cites percentages and annual sales figures tied to a product sold by a Baueiciat' entity. It references consti pation rates and a claim of over 6,000 boxes sold annually, implying a promotional health product with limited verifiable details.
The Joint Committee on the Judiciary will hold a hearing at the State House Boston on February 5 at 10 30 a m. to discuss bills on arrest of truants without warrants marriages vital statistics registration cranberry bushel standards false returns treasurers bonds and the eighth report on public records plus the Attorney General 1896 report. Dana Malone chairman Albert E Addis clerk.
The Massachusetts Committee on Public Charitable Institutions will hold a hearing on February 5 at 10:00 a.m. at the State House Room 8. The petition by James H. Lewis and others of the Massachusetts Association of Relief Officers seeks the appointment of a commission to investigate the state's charitable and reformatory interests and institutions. John D. H. Gauss serves as House Chairman, with John H. Vance as Clerk.
State House Boston January 29 1806 Committee on Public Health to hear parties interested in House Bill No 246 prohibiting manufacture and sale of cigarettes and cigarette tobacco at Room 436 State House on Wednesday February 6 at 1030 a m. Isaac P Hutchinson chairman George A Wales clerk of the committee.
State House Boston on January 29 1896 an act relative to feeding of food animals with garbage refuse or offal will be considered. The hearing is set for Tuesday February 4 at 11 o clock in Room 436.
State House Boston January 30 1836 the Committee on Labor will hear parties interested in House No 208 to require the employment of United States citizens only as mechanics workmen and laborers on public works at the Executive Chamber Old State House February 4 at 1080 o clock a m Dana Malone chairman John M O-Hara clerk of the committee
The Committee on Mercantile Affairs will hold a hearing at Room 150 State House on Tuesday Feb 4 at 10 30 AM regarding a petition by the Grand Lodge of Masons of Massachusetts for authority to hold additional real and personal estate. Francis W. Darling chairman and Charles D. Brown clerk announce the session.
State House Boston announces a hearing for those interested in the paying in of capital stock and liability of officers and stockholders of foreign corporations doing business in the Commonwealth. The session will be in Room 150 State House on Tuesday February 11 at 10 30 o clock am.
The Committee on Street Railways will hear interested parties about extending the Lowell and Reading Street Railway into Billerica Reading and Wilmington at Room 1386 State House on Thursday February 6 at 10 30 AM Chairman Joel D Miller and Clerk George H Mellen announce.
A Warrant in insolvency is issued against George N Proctor of Exeter NH and John A Proclockr of Suffolk County for the firm George N Proctor & Son milk dealers. Creditors must prove debts. meeting set at Court House Pemberton Square Boston February 7 at 2 PM.
Messenger's Notice declares F P Costello insolvent debtor of Revere Suffolk. It forbids payment of debts or transfer of property and schedules a creditors meeting to prove debts and appoint assignees at the Court House Boston on February 14 1896 at 2 PM. Deputy Sheriff Fred H Seavey signs the notice.
A Warrant in insolvency has issued against George W. Sargent of Malden Middlesex. Creditors must prove debts and deliver property at a Court of Insolvency in Cambridge on February 27 1896 at 11 oclock in the forenoon. Lyman H Richards Deputy Sheriff Messenger.
Notice from Middlesex Court of Insolvency states James VY Steele of Somerville is insolvent. Debts or property transfers are forbidden. A creditors meeting to prove debts and appoint assignees will be held at Cambridge on February 13, 1896 at eleven in the forenoon.
Rail schedule lists weekday through and local trains from Boston to New York and many intermediate points. Parlor cars and coaches, with departures from Park Square and Boston & Albany depot, plus connections via Norwich line and various routes. Information and tickets at 3 Old Debit House or depot foot of Summer Street, Boston.
Timetable notice from the Boston and Albany Railroad detailing train numbers, departure times from Boston, and services. Includes sleepers, dining cars, and routes to Chicago, New York, Hartford, and St Louis via multiple lines. Contact city office at 264 Washington St for tickets and schedules.
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