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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1887
Page
8
At the Mission Church of St John the Evangelist Rev Father Hall argued that the English church is fundamentally Catholic in doctrine and apostolic in succession, while Protestantism is a loose mix of sects. He said the English church separated politically from Rome but retained Catholic beliefs. He promised a follow up on creed differences next Sunday.
A new steel steam yacht is to be built for Mr. J. M. Forbes at Atlantic Works from Edward Burgess designs. Measuring 108 feet on the water line with a 17 foot 11 inch beam and 10 foot depth, she features an inverted compound engine and is expected to reach 15 knots. Delivery is set for June 11, 1887.
The Rev. Phillips Brooks wrapped up the Faneuil Hall series with a sermon on forgiveness and faith urging attendees to join him at Trinity Church. He emphasized Christ’s touch and the need for purification, while inviting the audience to Sunday services on Feb 27 and upcoming dates.
The New York and Boston Despatch Company enlarges by joining Arch street suites with Summer street building 42 to house the New York and Boston Despatch Express Company Erie express Earle and Prews Armstrong Transfer Boston Parcel Delivery and Union express offices serving about 100 local firms. Notables including Edward A Taft and George W Armstrong visited during the inspection by friends of the officers. Local contractors and suppliers such as H M Stephenson Irving and Casson Perry Shreve Crump Low and Murdock Grate Company Boston Electric Lighting Company are noted for their services.
The Rev. David Gregg of New York will succeed Dr. Withrow at Park Street Church. He preached his first sermon there yesterday, ahead of his installation on Wednesday Feb 16 when Dr. William Taylor will deliver the ordination sermon.
Formerly the Brush Morse & Whyte wire works. H A Davenport furniture and Stephen Smith desks listed among products and trades.
A large party toured the Shawmut on its first trip under American colors from East Boston to Minot's Light and back. The 269 foot iron screw steamer, rebuilt after a 1886 wreck, is now under American registry and commanded by Captain Fuller.
London correspondents belittle the proposed American exhibition yet the effort proceeds as a non government venture led by prominent figures. It aims to showcase American industry and commerce during Jubilee year and may attract vast visitors and stockholder profit though the financial return is uncertain.
Obituaries report the deaths of Mrs. Mary E. Dimmick widow of Rev. Dr. Dimmick of Newburyport Captain George Whittemore Plumer of Gloucester Benjamin Mansfield of Wakefield Otis Minott of Malden Freeman Winslow of Beverly George A. Caldwell of Charlestown. The notices note education church involvement business leadership and family survivors. Each entry gives ages and brief life summaries.
A large audience heard C. W. Sawyer of New York inaugurate a series of temperance talks at Horticultural Hall. Mrs. A. J. Gordon presided with others including Miss Anna Gates. Meetings will be held Sundays at Horticultural Hall and on Davis Street evenings, with a Thursday service at Clarendon Street Church led by Rev. A. J. Gordon.
Mr. Charles H. Montague demonstrated mind reading at the Globe Theatre before a large audience. He repeated recent city experiments by W. Irving Bishop, claiming impulses from his subject guided the feats. Earlier, George and Nellie Everett performed their cabinet trick for the crowd.
The Telegraphers Mutual Aid and Literary Association reports its treasurer Martin W. McLean vanished January 22 after admitting to Portland trip. About 800 dollars allegedly taken. bank records show only 88.35 left. E J O Connor confirms suspected oil speculation and theft of around 400 dollars from ticket sales. McLean, 26, worked at Lovejoy & Co. and previously held posts with United Lines and Baltimore & Ohio.
Superintendent John Cornish of Pinkerton’s agency and Inspector Watts arrested William Lester and William Munroe on Washington Street. Lester, alias Thomas Stevens, and Stevens are wanted in New York for a jewelry theft of 2500 dollars. Lester is a known confidence man allied with Gus Scherin. Both suspects are confined at police headquarters and New York authorities have been notified.
President Barnard of Columbia College praises modern Egyptian exploration as among the era’s most remarkable archaeological achievements. He cites Layard’s Tigris discoveries and Schliemann’s Trojan work to argue for broad public support of the Egyptian exploration fund.
Two women bicker over crowded seats and hats as they snack on caramels during intermission. They gossip about actors and the play, arguing about manners and etiquette in a bustling audience.
President Walcott chaired the Massachusetts Horticultural Society meeting with John G. Barker describing ornamental climbing plants. Stoddard lecture topics included Dickens and His Travels and next week Peter the Great. Auction sale at Cottage Street fetched 5750 dollars, mortgage 4200. annual reception and gifts noted. Fire alarm removals ordered March 1. Appalachian Mountain Club to hold Tremont House event Feb 18. Helen Kate Furness fund established at Wellesley College for Shakespeare study. Knights Templars reception in Charlestown planned. Junior entertainment for Sir Knights. Eastern Yacht Club election slated Feb 8. potential leadership change. Public lectures and municipal topics listed. sugar industry talk and local affairs included. Incident report notes Lawrence Murray intoxicated and injuring himself. Simpson Dry Dock Company officers elected. dividend paid.
The case concerns William Haynes indicted for using the mails to promote a seven-eighths yard silk remnants fraud. Convicted, remitted, bail, absconding, new arrest motion sustained, warrant issued, Haynes arrested in Chicago and brought to court. Arguments by HH Dunham for defendant and George M Stearns for the United States.
Libellant Maria Norcross sought a divorce from Alvin Norcross claiming a marriage by cohabitation. Judges ruled she failed to prove a marriage occurred as no ceremony was performed and the case was dismissed. alimony also denied. Attorneys listed for both sides.
A sale of 600 barrels of cucumber pickles on Tuesday at 11 o’clock will attract grocery trade. Auctioneers are I. D. Osgood & Son. Also advertised is Caswell Hazard Co’s Erro-Phosphate Elixir of Calisaya touted as a tonic and fever preventive.
The Boston program features Foote's first full-orchestra overture In the Mountains and Wieniawski violin concerto with Timothée Adamowski, plus Bruckner's massive E major Symphony No. 7. Critics praise Foote's tasteful, well-constructed overture, while noting Adamowski's strong solo in parts and some intonation flaws. Bruckner's work earns praise for breadth and beauty amid uneven sections and dissonances. The audience applauded despite technical challenges. next week offers Wagner and Haydn pieces with Mrs. Fannie Bloomfield Zeisler.
The Boston Theatre hosted a packed audience for Gounod's Redemption by the Boston Oratorio Society conducted by Frederick Archer. Soloists Katharine von Arnheim Edith Abell Minnie Stevens Jules Jordan Lon Brine Ivan Morawski provided strong performances as the 500-voice chorus and Boston Symphony Orchestra accompaniment delivered a masterful, reverent interpretation.
A detailed critique praises Mr Morawski and Mr Brine for their basso narration and Jesus role, lauds Miss von Arnheim for beauty and technique, and notes a superb obligato solo "From Thy Love as a Father." It cites uneven chorus performance yet acknowledges strong choral moments supporting the soloists.
The Boston Post, now under new ownership, debuts an eight page quarto edition with updated presses and staff. It pledges fearless political and social commentary, expanded departments, and a semi weekly vessel list in port, aiming to be the best New England newspaper in 1887.
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