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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1895
Page
1
The advertisement proclaims that in 1894 Blackstone cigars were produced in greater quantities than any prior year, despite slow economic conditions. It emphasizes robust output and reputational fame, appealing to buyers with a banner claim of a historic peak in production.
A New York report says the vessel Constance sighted large piles of pitch pine lumber and railroad ties floating 220 miles southeast of Sandy Hook on February 11. The missing steamship City of St Augustine sailed from Jacksonville February 2 and is eleven days overdue, with identical cargo suggesting it may have foundered.
General Booth visiting Boston leads Salvation Army services at Mechanics Hall with prayer and preaching. He urges belief in God's power to forgive and transform lives amid energetic singing and a deafening Amen response from thousands.
A southbound Galveston express and a northbound livestock extra collided five miles south of Guthrie on the Atchison Topeka Santa Fe line at 11:45 PM. Engineer Charles Appleby was killed. Fireman Patrick Coldron among the injured, later reported dying. Seventy cattle killed. property loss over $50,000. Dozens injured, including passengers and officials.
A Santa Fe passenger train wrecked near Pittsburg Kansas last night injuring eight passengers. Sheriff Hiram Adlitt and George Davis suffered severe leg injuries, Joseph Ennis multiple injuries, Bertha Garber lacerations, Fred C. Ramsey internal injuries, Mrs. Dr. Johnson and son bruised, Laura James leg injuries. The crash occurred at the Missouri Pacific crossing due to signal error with all passengers hurt to some degree.
Mr John T Galvin of 55 Rockland Street Highlands with wife sister and Miss Foley were jolted when a frightened horse ran away on Regent street. The sleigh overturned and all four were injured. They were aided to Inspector Shields house and treated by Dr Sewall. Galvin suffered a scalp wound needing five stitches. Sister had a severe forehead cut while Mrs Galvin and Miss Foley were badly bruised and shaken.
The body of William Porter Harris who died from a stair accident in Hanover street Boston last Saturday was brought to Watertown today by Undertaker Gregg. Relatives have been located and are expected to visit tomorrow for funeral arrangements. Harris owned a house and lot on Church street Watertown.
Stephen W Powers senior member of D B H Powers & Co with stores in Lynn and Salem died at his Salem residence from acute pneumonia after a forty eight hour illness. He caught cold at the recent Lynn fire. He was about 38, leaves a wife and two children. he was a prominent member of several secret societies.
A forenoon accident at Newcomb's Landing Pushawa eight miles from Bangor where Edward Belyea pointed a shotgun at Albion L. Kent. Kent, also employed by Gibbs, fired the gun by mistake. a flesh wound to the head resulted with shot removed. Kent expected to recover in five to six days.
Madge Yorke, 22, a Baggage Check company member, was shot dead at Seiss's Hotel by James B. Gentry an actor who fled. Jealous motive cited as Yorke had been engaged to him. Yorke died at hospital. Gentry from New York arrived the same day and remains at large.
The American bark Sadie A. Thompson of 651 tons net, Captain Mowatt, sailing from Carbarien Feb. 5 for Philadelphia with sugar, stranded on Memory rock the night of Feb. 8 and will prove a total loss. The crew were saved, part of the cargo landed. home port Philadelphia and owned by the captain.
Gloucester February 17 Schooner David Sherman arrived with damage after heavy gale. Crew saw a vessel on Brown's Banks February 9 with storm sail set. a brief snow squall followed and the other vessel disappeared, leading to the belief it foundered with possible occupants aboard.
Provincetown reports the schooner Governor Russell captained by Crowell arrived after a fifteen day voyage from the Western Banks with 10000 halibut. A heavy south east gale and thick snow damaged sails and hull parts. The crew saw no other vessel since leaving the banks. Only the Joseph P. Johnson remains out two weeks and fears for her safety grow.
1200 electrical workers of the Knights of Labor threaten a strike in New York, demanding eight hours per day instead of nine. The Electrical Contractors' Association refuses to negotiate before May 15. The Central Labor Union backs a broader shutdown, risking halt on major city and Brooklyn construction.
A small fire at 9 o clock yesterday morning caused by an alcohol lamp explosion in a third floor room at 136 Chandler street owned by Edmund Jewell and occupied by H. Bernard was put out by Engine 29. Damage totaled $50.
The column promotes a new star puzzle titled Pike's Peak or Bust priced at 2 cents. It hints at a playful challenge for readers, inviting participation and showcasing a compact puzzle feature from the era.
Nantucket celebrates as the Island Home breaks a four foot ice channel to inner harbor, ending the blockade and restoring beefsteaks and laundered linen. Billy Clark proclaims the event as crowds greet the steamer at Brant Point and plan to resume passenger and mail service tomorrow. Weather bureau cable damage noted with a spare line in place.
A brief note states that service will continue to use until the regular cable is repaired, indicating a temporary reliance on an alternate line or method during the outage. The report emphasizes ongoing restoration efforts and expected timeline.
Flint & Co. and Coombs Crosby & Eddy consolidate their business into Flint, Eddy Company with a $3,500,000 capital. They export provisions, dry goods, machinery, railway material, lumber, petroleum, hardware and American manufactured goods. Flint & Co. also have a major role as ship builders and owners controlling one fifth of the deep sea sailing ships under the American flag.
The British ship Sultan, sailing from Cardiff to Rio de Janeiro, was abandoned on February 11 in latitude 50 north longitude 9 west after heavy leaks and dismasting. Her decks were swept, boats and sails lost, and the crew landed at Scilly.
Halifax reports the steamer Salisbury en route from Palermo to New York was towed into quarantine by the steamer St Jerome from Galveston to Liverpool. The Salisbury arrived with masts gone and major damage noted.
Miars Jewett and Albert Stevens lost their oars in Ipswich Bay on Thursday and drifted for eighteen hours without food or drink. They were finally picked up off Squam by the light keeper in an exhausted condition.
A about 60 year old widow Mrs Louise Dyott attempted to end her life at 106 Boylston Street Cambridge around 8 pm. She ingested a large dose of laudanum and was found writhing in agony by neighbors who alerted Patrolman Leahey and Dr La Marche. She admitted taking the poison and was treated and resting by midnight with neighbors staying nearby.
Forecast for Monday shows fair weather and slight warmth in New England and eastern New York with southwest winds. The storm shifts from North Dakota region toward Lake Superior, growing in intensity as it moves.
General Booth arrives in Boston with Commander Ballington Booth to speak briefly amid prayers and songs as officers and workers fill the hall. He urges belief in Christ to dispel doubts, noting a heavy schedule and urging volunteers to continue singing and praying after his short remarks.
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