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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1892
Page
2
The passage notes Blaine’s confidence as he retires, praising Republican success through the administration’s laws and policy. It anticipates confirmation of the platform adopted and the candidate nominated at Minneapolis.
Ex Governor Foraker comments on James G Blaine and his two refusals of presidential nomination. He says Blaine’s growing strength makes him a strong rival, while Harrison lacks Blaine’s hold on the people. Foraker foresees a potential hard but victorious contest with Harrison if Blaine had run.
Senator Hill and other leaders react to Mr Blaine's withdrawal from the presidential race. Crosby, Walker and Williams comment on the impact, with Chicago papers noting timing and sincerity. The Clarkson letter is scrutinized while Manley laments the decision and recalls the 1884 election context.
San Francisco reports Blaine's withdrawal shocks local Republicans who had shown little enthusiasm for the East's retirement chatter. The California GOP remains cool to Blaine and reluctantly accepted Harrison, marking a bitter shift in the campaign.
Washington reports fragmentary talks between Secretary Blaine and Colonel Taylor show Blaine discussed campaign strategies and denied any secrecy or hostile feelings toward the President. Taylor confirms the two conversations occurred about two months ago and describes Blaine’s cautious approach.
A local opinion survey shows widespread belief Blaine’s withdrawal shifts momentum to Harrison for the Republican nomination. Senators and representatives across parties weigh Blaine’s impact, with many predicting Harrison’s nomination and a distinct shift in the party’s platform toward tariffs and reciprocity.
The candidate discusses unelected party rules and his own fitness to run. He notes a renomination only if the party risks defeat and asserts he will decide after free study. He emphasizes self reflection and a possible public decision when settled. He presents himself as a cautious, analyzing figure.
A massive blaze in Memphis at 8:30 p.m. destroyed the Bruse Berne Hat Company building and rapidly spread to the Langstaff Hardware, Levy trunk factory, and Leuhmann's Hotel. By 1 a.m. the fire was under control with hundreds of thousands in losses and no confirmed deaths, as firefighters battled to contain the eastward spread and protect nearby shops and the Peabody Hotel.
Nashville reports from Memphis say a large fire is burning in the city and requests are sent to keep fire engines ready to assist in fighting the blaze tonight. The message emphasizes urgency and the need for rapid dispatch to contain the flames.
Lincoln February 8 1900 at 2 10 pm General Vifquain announced the Governor of Nebraska arrived. Boyd entered with Omaha companions as Thayer failed to greet him offering no handshake. Thayer offered an invoice of property which Boyd refused declaring he came to take possession of the office he was elected to. State officers afterward paid respects to Boyd and his family while janitors brought in the Samoset chair for his seated triumph.
The Senate confirmed Louis G. Rathbun as postmaster of Elmira New York after about ninety minutes of debate. Senator Hill who opposed him was absent, allowing Colquitt to carry the confirmation.
Canonprcva New York February 8 The Democratic county convention today chose delegates instructed for Senator Hill marking a strong show of support within the party.
In New York a severely burned corpse labeled No 11 yielded teeth for possible identification. A second body was located under a piano and later a third, a woman, found in the cellar at Fortieth Street with partial scalp loss. A memorandum book with a shopping list, a card bearing 22 Seventh Avenue, and a time note for Frank Wolf at 3.15 p.m were recovered.
The Hotel Royal fire victims were moved to a morgue as bodies numbered one through nine were examined for recognition. Some identifications were made including A A Townsend of New Haven and Mrs Mary Begley, with dentists confirming teeth. Debris clearing continued with lights aiding rescue work, while discussions about Boston fire safety and balcony laws were noted.
The report states no Boston residents were among the Hotel Royal fire victims. It asserts that those affected share names similar to New York reports but are locals at home, alive, and in their ordinary health.
Inspector Damrell said the New York Hotel Royal fire could have killed no one with balconies and verandas around the building. He urged that public safety equipment be funded publicly and that fire departments be equipped with the best apparatus. He also stressed selecting capable, intelligent firefighters to undergo training.
At 59 North Margin Street last night John Gupolo and Nicolo Martelli clashed after a dispute. Martelli reportedly drew a razor. Gupolo seized an axe and struck, fracturing Martelli’s skull. Martelli lies unconscious. Gupolo jailed on felonious assault, with arraignment set in Municipal Court.
Lexington Feb 8 Dr W F Galbreath sold the great two year old Ralph Wilkes 2 18 to George Leavitt of Boston for about 30000. Fifty three horses at Woodward & Shank sales brought 158735 including Palo Alto Belle for 15100 and Allines for 5000.
Juliet impressions mix with praise and critique of Miss Marlowe in the Hollis Street Theatre performance. She shows beauty and youth yet lacks sustained ardor in Juliet, while Mr Taber and others deliver notable turns. The program includes The Boy Ranger with framing vaudeville by Cyrene and a large cast of Boston entertainers.
A fashionable Tremont Theatre crowd attended the Cadets’ 1492 premiere with praise for the first act and Amazon march. The second act lost some items from a professional matinee, but the performance drew strong crowds and promises substantial proceeds to expand the armory. Frank I. Frayne, son of the famed actor, was noted at the event.
Patrons filled Messrs Stone and Shaw yesterday from morning to night as Tocci the two headed boy performed. The unusual case of a single body with two heads and separate minds fascinated spectators, ensuring packed houses for the remaining three weeks of his engagement. Other acts by two specialty companies kept audiences highly entertained.
At the Grand Opera House last night Christmas Bells a four act American comedy drama by John A Stevens drew a large appreciative crowd. Arthur Elliott as Dr Robert Laird and Frank Burbeck as Colonel Powers gave strong villain and hero portrayals while Tessie Butler and Helen Tracy earned praise for their roles. The ensemble, including a male quartet, delivered solid support and the play will be repeated through the week with Lost in New York to follow next week.
Last evening Peck's Bad Boy drew crowds with improvements since its prior local showing. Georgia Cohan starred as the Bad Boy with lively pranks delighting viewers. Cast included Dick Marosco John T. Bannon Jerry Cohan and several Cohan family members. The piece will be repeated this week.
Yesterday at the Grand Museum the Ring of Iron drew strong attendance with notable performances by Ethel Tucker Charles Barringer Estella Keane Josie Devoy Carrie Lewis Miss Newhall C H Ilmesdale and others all delivering solidly A supplementary bill and Herman Reiche's managerie sparked further interest in the program featuring a lively mix of specialties and feats.
The World's Museum in Boston on Washington street will be materially enlarged with new features. Completion is planned in eight weeks, making it one of the largest of its kind in the city.
New York reports Carlyle W. Harris, convicted of first degree murder for poisoning his young wife on February 1, 1891, was sentenced to death by Recorder Smyth. Execution set for the week of March 21. A motion for a new trial was denied and counsel announced intent to appeal to the higher court.
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