Republicans Leave Their Seats and No Quorum Reported
In Xingfield Illinois on February 1 the Republican members abandoned their seats during a roll call as 56 Democrats voted. A motion to elect a limited States senator was blocked by Speaker Haines who ruled a quorum absent. Senate and House adjourned with Morrison the only vote tally noted and the session adjourned until noon tomorrow amid continued deadlock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sy Xingfield
House
Mrr
Hamilton
Haines
Morrison
Richard Bishop
Mr. Morgan
Wilcount
Senate
Mailroads to be in Running Order by Saturday
Railroad managers expect all lines to run smoothly by Saturday unless more snow or strong winds worsen drifts. Several routes report trains moving, blockaded lines gradually reopening, and mail deliveries returning to near normal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
cuicaGco
Alton Road
Lake Shore
Baltimore and Ohio
Burlington
Illinois Central
Menon
Danville
Drifis
Wisconsin
North~western
Palatine
Michigan Central
Cincinnati
Lafayaite
Chicago
Grand Trank
Illinois
Madison
Northwestern
Terrible Crime by Eloping Couple Burns Four People
In Nonwich Ohio February 11 investigators found the Atkins home burned with four bodies, likely Hi yu Atkins and his three children. Mrs Atkins and Emanuel Porter were missing, a horse and buggy vanished, two people were seen boarding a westbound train near Concord, fueling theories of a murder suicide or elopement. Relatives enlisted detectives to pursue leads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nonwich
Hiyu Atkins
Atkins
Emanuel Porter
Tne
Porter
Concord
Baltimore and Ohio
Piergean G Bulkeley Marries Frisco Belle in San Francisco
Morgan G Bulkeley mayor of Hartford marries Miss Houghton second daughter of Gen Jioughton in Trinity church San Francisco. Ceremony attracted fashionable crowd with bridesmaids and ushers named. couple to visit New Orleans exposition and southern cities. gifts include large checks and costly items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Morgan G. Bulkeley
Hartford
Conn
Houghton
Jioughton
Trinity Church
Minnie Houghton
Bulkeley
Morgan
New York
Crocker
Warbet, Gordon and Hewlett
Charry Houghton
Atlanta
Three Old Women Die In Monticello Fire
Three aged paupers Louisa Allen Lacinda Durran and Betsey Mason perished in a fire that reduced a small shanty near Monticello to ashes. Neighbors found the wreckage after the blaze began overnight with no warning or distress heard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monticello
Bil Sv
Louis
Louisa Allen
Lacinda
New Hampshire G A R Holds 18th Annual Encampment
Manchester reports the 18th annual Grand Army of the Republic encampment convening at Smyth's hall with 84 posts represented by nearly 400 delegates. Department Commander John C. Jinehan of Penacook presided and praised year work while noting 10 new and four defunct posts, a net membership gain of 714 to 181, and 4456.90 spent on relief. Pensions, Minneapolis encampment decisions, Sons of Veterans, and Woman's Relief corps activities were discussed. Linehan received a badge from the Woman's corps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manchester
N. H
Department of New Hampshire
Grand Army of the Republic
Smyth’s Hall
John C. J.inehan
Penacook
Department
Linehan
Woman’s Corps
Hendricks Addresses Cincinnati Chamber During Visit
Vice President elect Hendricks and party arrived from New Orleans and were welcomed by the Cincinnati chamber of commerce. He spoke of the exposition’s merit despite misfortunes, noted government recognition, and said further support would be provided if needed before leaving for Indianapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Hendricks
Chamber of Commerce
Indianapolis
Quequechan Mill stockholders elect officers in Fall River
FALL RIVER Mass Feb 11 At the annual meeting of the Quequechan mill stockholders officers were elected with M G B Swift as corporation clerk D H Dyer as treasurer Directors named Andrew Robeson of Boston Yon Weaver Osboro of Fall River Samuel Eastman of Concord NH E E Hathaway and M G R Swift both of Fall River At a subsequent meeting Andrew Robeson of Boston was chosen president
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fall River
Mass
M.G. B. Swift
D. H. Dyer
Andrew Robeson
Boston
Woman on train gives birth to child on moving coach
An east bound passenger on the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul line reportedly assisted a woman by aiding a baby’s birth while the train traveled at about 30 miles per hour. The event included remarks by a darkey porter predicting the child’s future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Milwaukee and St. Paul
Pirth
Darkey
Chile
Quarry Boiler Explosion Kills Two in Harrisburg Area
A boiler at Umbier's stone quarry south of Harrisburg exploded this afternoon, killing Christian Howe and John Spencer and injuring Peter Brown who may be fatally hurt. The blast occurred near the quarry site and local authorities began investigations into the cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harkisburg
Atumbier
Christian Howe
John Spencer
Peter Brown
Two New Members Take Seats in the Legislature
A legislative report notes new members seated in the House and Senate actions. Senate committees consider private detectives by mayors and venue changes, with petitions on illegal imprisonment and town division. Budget actions include $15,000 for the Soldiers' home and a dynamite bill debate. Orders move to third reading for several bills including Millis incorporation and registry index changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Andrew
Judiciary Committee
Cogswell
Lemira C. Pennell
Trull
Committee On
Legina Cook
Richard T. Noyes
Newbury
Joyner
Millis
T. W. Eyter Manufacturing Company
Brookline Social Club
Committee On Towns
M. M. Fisher
Town of
Medway
Edmunds Defies Theory as Electoral Vote Is Counted
Special despatch from Washington describes the electoral vote tally in both houses with Edmunds leading at the podium in a black silk cap. The scene reveals Republican resistance to a legal declaration by the Senate president and hints at possible resignations if forced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
Edmunds
Senate
George F. Hoar
Mr. Clay
Kentucky
House of Representatives
Mr. Edmunds
Houses of Congress
Sherman
Conger
Edmund
Ingalls
Mr.Edmunds
Keifer
S. S. Cox
New York
Cleveland
Tilden
Whitney
Manning
Treasury Department
Robert M. McLain
Maryland
Navy Department
Democrats Appland and the Republicans Very Lili Natured
Crowds fill the galleries as the electoral vote count proceeds in the joint session. Senator Edmunds reads the law and proclaims Cleveland and Hendricks elected with 219 and 182 votes respectively, while the assembly voices mixed reactions and adjourns after the formal declaration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Appland
House
Edmunds
Blackburn
Hoar
Pendleton
Keifer
Clay
Senator Edmunds
Senator Hoar
Cleveland
Blaine
Hendricks
Logan
Senate
House of Representatives
Grover Cleveland
New York
United States
James G. Blaine
Maine
Thomas A. Hendricks
Indiana
John A. Logan
Illinois
Apparas
Houses
Congress
Bitter condemnation of Edmunds over Republican machine clash
Washington dispatch reports heated Senate debate after the electoral count. Senators Hoar Pendleton and Conger dispute the vice president’s announcement power. Sherman defends the vice president’s constitutional role as final in declaring the votes. The session closed after further remarks from Hoar Lapham Wilson and Ingalls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edmunds
Washington
Senate
Messrs
Hoar
Pendleton
Houses of
Congress
Conger
Sherman
United States
Messrs. Hoar
Lapham
Wilson
Ingalls
House Debates Cleveland Hendricks Election Certs
Congressional debate over declaring Grover Cleveland and Thomas Hendricks elected president and vice president. Springer seeks judiciary report. after motions, resolution amended to appoint a 3-2 committee and to issue a formal certificate of election. Agreement follows, votes recorded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Keifer
Ohio
Springer
Illinois
Grover Gleveland
Judiciary Committee
Joint Convention
Senate
House
Randall
Pennsylvania
Grover Cleveland
Cox
New York
Clay
Kentucky
House of Representatives
United States
Thomas A Hendricks
Indiana
Thomas A. Hendricks
J. D. Taylor
Holman
Explosion at Vale colliery kills many in Nova Scotia mine
A violent explosion at Vale colliery near New Gainscon Nova Scotia last night trapped about 18 workers. Seven were rescued alive, 22 were inside. 14 miners and a stable man died including John A Campbell, John Cameron, John Kennedy, Philip McBeth and others. Horses perished, slope damaged, fire extinguished, mine shutdown temporarily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Gainscon
Vale Colliery
Wm. Moore
Vale
McBean
John Greene
John A. Campbell
John Cameron
John Kennedy
Philip McBeth
Hugh
Hugh 8. Cameron
Daniel Kennedy
Neil McKinnon
Thomas Ryan
Patrick Foley
John Grant
John W. Fraser
Daniel McNeil
James Haggart
James McLean
John McEacheran
James Robertson
Robert Love
Thomas Guthro
Allan McDonald
William McDonexld
John D. Campbell
Hugh Lamont
D. Adams
Alexander Reid
Ablest Young Democrat Tenders War Secretary Post
Special dispatch from Madison reports Col. William R. Vilas has been tendered the secretary of war and has accepted. The move strengthens the Wisconsin Democratic Party and aims to attract young voters and preserve the German vote for Cleveland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
Boston Post
Madison
Wis
William R. Vilas
Cleveland
Connecticut Knights of Honor Meet Sets State Record
In New Haven the Grand Lodge of Connecticut Knights of Honor convened for its annual session. Reports show 22 lodges with 1638 members, 214 new members, 15 deaths, and overall strong finances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Conn
Grand Lodge of Connecticut Knights of Honor
Amount Due on Dec 31 1882 From Union Pacific
The Senate directed the interior secretary to report what was due the U.S. on Dec 31 1882 from Union Pacific railroad, and what amounts have since become due to Dec 31 1884. The interior reply shows 1882 due at 1 727 142 dollars with adjustments for prior balances, plus notes on further computations awaiting court judgments. It details deductions for 25 percent of net earnings, debates over new construction deductions, and various court findings on rates and rights. The government balance and future year figures are given, noting annual settlements could not be completed by Feb 1 1885 due to late book closings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Secretary of the Interior
United States
Union Pacific Railroad
United State
Thurman
Union Pacific Railway Company
Kansas
Union Pacific
Treasury Department
Court of Claims
Supreme Court
Union Pacific Railroad Company
U. S. Record
Omaha Bridge
Congress
Council Bluffs
Ogden
Ocean
Kansas Pacific Railway
Boston
Mass
Marca
New Features in Gettysburg Cyclorama At Tremont Street
The Gettysburg cyclorama at 531 Tremont Street adds a large painting titled the uprising of the north. Washington scenes show the capitol and Potomac with gunboats, and 200 figures including Lincoln Andrew Butler and Logan. Painted by Paul Philippoteaux, it remains a must see for veterans and war curious visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gettysburg
Tremont Street
North
Iaid
Washington
Capitol
Potomac River
Abraham Lincoln
John A. Andrew
B. F. Butler
John A. Logan
Paul Philippoteaux
New Hampshire Leaders Attend State Meeting
State met and consented to George K. Moore presiding in President Moore’s absence. Kent praised New Hampshire men, noting their role in history and defense. George F. Richards of the Manchester Union spoke for the absent president, Daniel Lovering Jr. of Adams Express offered brief points on current political issues. Carrigan of the state education board extolled NH professionals in law and education. Other speakers included Senators Ozenham and fox, Supt. Toda of the Northern railroad, A W Sulloway, Andrew Bunting, Gen. Wheeler, President Carr of the First National Bank, and Hillard of the Etna Insurance Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George K. Moore
Moore
Kent
New Hampshire
Enle
Stark
George F. Richards
The
Manchester Union
Union
Daniel Lovering, Jr
Adams Express Company
E. C. Carrigan
State Board of Education
Ozenham
Manchester
John Fox
Daffrey
George E. Toda
Northern Railroad
A. W. Sulloway
Andrew Buntin
Gen
Wheeler
Nashua
President Carr
First
The Mahdi's Victory and Gordon Hope in Soudan News
London reports from February 11 to 12 detail British advances under Gen. Earle, Wolseley plan for Suakim Berber push, and delays in news about Gen. Gordon. Casualties cited, Black Watch and cavalry actions, with Berber and Ariab camps prepared. India contingent raised to 3000. railway to Berber planned. Goschen argues for swift Egyptian policy and larger army. Osman Digna calls tribes to Tamaniab. Rosebery elevated with cabinet aims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Standard
Earle
Dulka Island
En. Eburie
Black Watch
Brackenbury
Earic
Loapdoon
Wolseley
Suakim
Berber
Ariab
Gordon
Khartoum
China
India
Hudson
Mailroad
Lonnbon
War Office
Goschen
Liverpool
Egypt
England
Osman Digna
Tamanieb
Lord Rosebery
Suffolk District Medical Society Hosts Evening on Milk Question
The Suffolk District Medical Society discussed milk quality and adulteration at a Wednesday meeting. Dr Davenport’s inspections were praised as improving milk quality, with presentations by Dr J Cheston Morris and local dairy representatives. The society endorsed Davenport's continued inspection and suggested city government continuation or funded subscrip tion if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suffolk District Medical Society
Davenport
J.cheston Morris
Philadelphia
Marey
Wilk
Willis
Oak Grove Milk Company
Leander Witherell
Baker
Milk Producers’ Association
French
Medical Society
Rowell
Brigham & Co
Burnett
Deerfoot Farm
F. S. Billings
Morris
New Hampshire Leaders Face Cabinet Prospects
Special correspondence highlights the Granite State’s political scene as New Hampshire Democrats, urged by farm decline and manufacturing growth, weigh cabinet chances for Cleveland and Hendricks era. It notes possible candidates like Harry Bingham and Lewis W. Clarke, Gov. Hale’s New Orleans trip, Burns’ cabinet renomination, and state political maneuvers shaping the forthcoming Senate and district attorney positions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Post
Oncor
N. H
New Hampshire
Abram Sanborn
Bangor
E. W. Eastman
Iowa
Sherburne
Granite State
Merrill
Alexandria
Bristol
Grafton County
Bristol House
Thirty Fourth
Solomon S. Sleeper
Cambridge
Mass
Boston
Josiah Minot
Great Northwest
Judge Crosby
Nesmith
Franklin
Dartmouth
George P. Marsh
Vermont
Nathaniel G. Upham
Cleveland
Hendricks
New York
Harry Bingham
Lewis W. Clarke
Supreme Court
Bingham
Florida
Washington
Ne Hampshire Club
New Orleans
Gov
Hale
Senate
United States
Blair
Charles H. Burns
Wilton
Arthur
Burns
Blaine
Tudor company officers chosen at annual meeting
At the annual Tudor company meeting on Wednesday Samuel E. Sewall was elected president J G Minot treasurer 8 E Sewall C H Minot B F Field directors and Bb F Field clerk The Columbian manufacturing and Boston Duck company also held meetings Wednesday with officers from last year re elected The Manufacturers Fire and Marine Insurance company met Wednesday electing Alfred Kemp secretary and F E Robinson assistant secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tudor Company
Samuel E. Sewall
J. G. Minot
E. Sewall
C. H. Minot
B. F. Field
Bb. F. Field
Columbian Manufacturing Company
Boston Duck Company
Eseb
Manufacturers
Fire and Marine Insurance Company
Alfred Kemp
F. E. Robinson
Senator Sessions Named to Agriculture College Board
A regular meeting of the governor's council appointed Senator William R. Sessions of Haropden to the board of trustees of the Agriculture college, replacing E. C. Choate who resigned. Councillor Coffin joined the board of appeals from tax-commission decisions. The council adjourned to 10 PM next Wednesday, with a private hearing at 2 PM the same day for petitioners seeking commutation of James Nicholson's death sentence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William R. Sessions
Haropden
The
Agriculture College
E. C. Choate
Southboro
Coffin
Board of Appeals
James Nicholson
Baptist Sunday School Teachers Meet in Annue Convention Sketch Day’s Work
The Boston South Baptist association took Harvard street church for its thirty third Sabbeth school teachers convention. Rev J H Gunning welcomed attendees and Rev F W Gunsaulus urged harmony between temperance and gospel work while 600 were fed at the vestry. Officers were elected for next year as lectures and papers covered organization, Christ’s teaching method, and practical Sunday school work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston South Baptist Association
Harvard Street
Sabbeth School Teachers
J.H. Gunning
F. Wwf. Gunsaulus
Newton
Hall
Warren Avenue Church
Hi. A. Cooke
Miss French
Dudley Street
Deacon Holland
Stoughton Street
H. M. Dean
Hingham
W. W. Hartshorn
Ruggles Street
A. A. Blair
Wess Dakin
Dearborn Street
B. Walker
F. F. Morton
Englewood
Upham
A.w.sawyer
Warren Avenue
J.H. Parker
A. Rogers
the First Church
A. H. Chamberlain
Jamaicas Plain
W. D. Hodgkins
Milton Lower Mills
Lizzie C. Roath
Primary Teachers’ Union of Worcester
Gifford
Charles C. Barry
Melrose
Massachusetts Baptist Sunday School Association
J. H. Gunning
Christ
Sherwin
W. F. Sherwin
Massachusetts Congregational Sunday School Association
International Sunday School Association
Henry M. Sanders
New York
Fitchburg and Fall River figures join legislature after illness
In the house Mr Wallis of Fitchburg and Mr Robert Henry of Fall River were seated, with Wallis on the Hoosac tunnel committee and Henry on drainage. A Walnut Grove cemetery endowment petition was admitted, and finance may summon witnesses. Remonstrances opposed widening public policy offences to Grand Army posts. Committee reports cover railroads rate cuts, mechanics lien, suit costs, justice Ladd acts, and assignees’ actions. Cremation society bill referred to public health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallis
Fitchburg
Robert Henry
Fall River
James F. Davenport
Hoosac Tunnel
Henry
Walnut Grove
Danvers
Wilbur
Boston
Kendrick
Springfield
Cummings
Nathaniel W. Ladd
Millett
Malden
Committee On the Judiciary
New England Cremation Society
Committee On Public Health
Proposed Amendment to the License Law and Other Topics
The liquor law committee held a Wednesday hearing on Kendrick of Springfield's proposal to ban liquor sales at club houses and deem unlicensed sites common nuisances. Amendments to extend anti liquor radius to churches could affect Parker Tremont Revere and Hotel Brunswick, opposed by George A. Bruce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kendrick
Springfield
Parker House
Tremont House
Revere House
Brunswick
George A. Bruce
Committee On Railroads
William Lincoln
Boston
Hingham and
Hall
Windmill Point
United States
Committee On Public Health
Davenport
Committee On Labor
Wooden Ash Box Fire Causes Losses on Washington Street
A discarded wooden ash box fire on the second floor of the granite building at 423 and 425 Washington Street caused smoke and minor damage. Tailor Rudolph Kramer reports $1500 loss, his stock insured for $2000, and a $2800 inventory. Photographer Willis Towne suffers smoke damage with $2000 insurance. A rescue effort saved Emma J. Abbott after she fainted on stairs. Additional small fires and incidents follow in nearby areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Street
Wigglesworth Heirs
Rudolph Kramer
Kramer
Willis L. Towne
Alvin L. Lovejoy
Ladder No
National Therm- Meter Company
Leads Street Place
Charlestown
Patterson
A. Taylor
Chemical No. 1
Ashburton Place
Church Music Sparked Debate at Unitarian Club
The Vendome hosted a Unitarian club gathering on Wednesday where Rev. William H. Lyon presented a witty history of church music in New England. Discussion followed with Rev. Spaulding, Rev. Collyer, and others addressing the rise of choirs, the secular tilt of some services, and calls for greater congregational singing and sincerity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unitarian Club
Vendome
William H. Lyon
Dr. Bartel
H. G. Spaulding
FF. P. Collyer
England
Lyon
Eugene Thayer
Bartel
John K. Paine
Harvard College
Spaulding
Police report summarizes year arrests and losses
Waltham police made 314 arrests last year and recovered 63 stolen items. An investigation shows John McNair of Sharon died from exposure while sleeping off drink near Lake Messaporg. In Wakefield court, John Shea and David Keagan were fined for insulting passengers on a railroad train. both appealed. Harvard faculty vote to make morning prayers voluntary for undergraduates. overseers’ concurrent action required. Estate values include Ellis Hollingsworth of Braintee at 642157 21 with 255420 real and 585171 personal. Daniel Baxter of Quincy at 343600 62 with 79300 real and 264300 62 personal. An unknown man found near Castle Hill culvert, nearly frozen, died en route to depot. age about 30, dressed as laborer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waltham
John McNair
Sharon
Lake Messaporg
Wakefield
John Shea
David Keagan
Shea
Keagan
Harvard College
Ellis A. Hollingsworth
Braintee
Daniel Baxter
Quincy
Eastern Railroad
Castle Hil
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Boston Posy
Bostom Weekly Post
Emi-Weeely
Beton Weeely
Ae BP
Mocobe
EGE Contents
Telegraph and Mail
Jsxcomp
Independent Movement
IrReta
Piergean G. Bulkeley
G. A. BR
Wendricks
Quequechan
Canajoharie
N. Y
Montgomery
Legislature
Cleveland and Hendricks
Edmunds U1
senate #6
Mr. Ingalls
Bayard
Anghry
Nova Scotia
Vilas
Knights OF Honor
Draggist and Grocers
Loughing
Wark
NEW Hampshire Club
Hien
Henry C. Kent
Quincy House
Earle Hilled
M. Hanzal
A _ figm
el Obeid
Karti
Col. Wilson
Achorn
Annie Brady
Edinboro’ Street
Ilame
New Hampshire Democrats
Cabinet
Capt. H. B. Atherton
Charlies L. Gilson
John McDuffer
Rochester
Lynn
C. F. Kingsbury
Connecticut Valley Association of Universalist and Unitarian Ministers
Claremont
N. W. Groner
Congregational Church
Colebrook
St. Johnsbury
John Hogg
A. H. Higgins
A. Henderson
Charlies J. McCarthy
Foor
Frank Driscoll
Geo. A. Swallow
Joshua N. Hammond
Fred. N. Whitman
John J. Coakley
VUE Executive Council
Som
Hogg, Brown & Taylor
Berkeley Pall
Baptist
George A. Vincent
Charles Perrin
Williamson
First National Bank
St. Louis
Delaware
Lackawanna
Newburgh
Pennsylvania Coal Company
American Iron and Steel Association of
Revenue Stamp Department
Jalisco
Mexico
Ottawa
Gov. Robinson
Geddes
Liebig Co
H. B. Drake
M. D
Detroit
Mich
Mlnabrett Seeley
Pa Express Company
Sp.m
Seeley
L. W. Winchester
Thomas EK
Sloan
New York City
U. S
Gowdrey
Prine
Bostom
Post Publishing CO
United States and
Canada Express Company
Bis
National Express Company
South America
J. G. Bb. Sons
Siegert
Springer Brother
Chauncy Street
Essex St
Harrison Ave
Hoston
Springer Brothers
Noah Webster
Anyearty
Fisher & Pairganas
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