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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1878

Page

3

State loan debate on New York and New England Railroad

The Committee on Railroads reviewed a proposed state loan of 6 million dollars to the New York and New England Railroad. Charles P. Clark outlined the line's history and recent investments, arguing through traffic yields greater profit and that debt relief plus a Waterbury connection would boost dividends. William T. Hart asserted that state gains would flow to taxpayers, while Col. Cannon supported bond prioritization, noting future coal traffic and favorable debt per mile. The discussion moved to savings bank taxation as Boston officials opposed cutting the tax rate, arguing banks’ deposits justify tax duties.

Committee On Railroads New York and New England Railroad Charles P. Clark Ife Providence Hartford Fishkill Waterbury William T. Hart Commonwealth New York and New England Boston Albany Col. Cannon New York

Thief Steals Horse Then Abandons It On Sunday

A thief stole a valuable horse from Mr M Sibley of the Boylston Market Saturday night and drove the animal to death. The horse was recovered around 1 am Sunday in Dedham street by a young man who was not arrested. Joseph McVey, a letter-carrier, was attacked by roughs in South Boston last Saturday, apparently for robbery. Helen M Gilpatrick was arrested for larceny of ladies wear from a Cambridge house and delivered to Cambridge Officer Jones. Edward Archers carpenter shop at 37 Lexington Street was burgled last evening with $50 worth of tools stolen. Miss C A Gilchrist of Somerville was robbed of a wallet containing $10 near Jowdoin Square and Chardon Street. Annie Stanford was arrested for larceny of a watch and chain valued at $55 from Edward Scanlon at 148 North Street.

M. Sibley Boylston Dedham Street Joseph McVey Boston Station Twelve Helen M. Gilpatrick Cambridge

Fire Destroys Jamaica Plain Drying Room Building

At 1.30 p.m. a blaze gutted the three story TNA Rubber Company building on Brookside Ave Jamaica Plain. Two workers escaped by jumping from windows as rapid flames overwhelmed the site before Highland and Jamaica Plain units contained it. Loss about 3500 on the main building and 500 on the ruined structure, with no insurance. A ladder accident injured a firefighter. False alarm followed at 2 p.m. Insurance details listed for Hawkins Street blaze and other occupants.

Tna Rubber Company C. M. Clapp Brookside Avenue Jamaica Plain West Roxbury Highland Department Kilduff Engine 14 Chemical 5 Hawkins Street A. Wentworth James Duff G.S. Wilbur A.J. Rymes Currier & Auil Newark City C. C. Kimball Enterprise of Cincinnati A. B. Aldrich Humboldt New Jersey Charles P. Cox

Dearborn Denies Abington Bank Robbery Link

In the Herald for the 13th an account alleged Joseph Spencer, serving a three year term, told of a satchel theft from Mr J. N. Farrar of the Abington Bank with six to eight thousand dollars. Dearborn vigorously denies the story, cites falsities spread by enemies, and presents letters and affidavits dated 1878 to defend his character and discharge.

J. N. Farrar Abington Bank Joseph Spencer Charlestown Farrar Spencer Dearborn New York Post

Veteran Lancers Ball Planned at Balfinch Street Armory

On February 27 the Veteran Lancers host a ball in the Balfinch street armory. Edmands Band provides music, Seiler and Felker cater supper, and Capt. Holt leads the organizing committee. The group seeks strong attendance to recover from a $1700 Cambridge Bank robbery loss.

Boston Class of 1876 to reunite at Parker's next Tuesday

The 1876 English High School class plans a reunion at Parker's next Tuesday evening. Nearly all Typographical ball tickets sold. The new Post Office building cost over 4 million dollars. Reports desk copies from Rand Avery Co list names in the Manual. Mt Pleasant Methodist services to continue this week with Rev MaUalieu and Bishop Foster preaching. Treasurer's Office of the Boston and Albany Railroad will be at the station from Saturday. Four Boston gentlemen caught a five pound black bass and ninety eight large pickerel in a neighbor pond. Jamaica Plain Public Library branch dedication pamphlets issued. Rip Van Winkle Company dined at Parker House after yesterday's matinee at the Globe. Gus Williams's lameness led to rheumatic coat. Nat Jones of the Howard Athepium stood in for him in Robin Hood. A force of 200 men gathering 12 to 4 inch ice for the Boston Ice Company at Lake Quanapoil. The company has twenty two stores.

Parker’s Messrs Rand, Avery & Co State House Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church MaUalieu Foster Boston and Albany Railroad Albany and Beach Streets Boston Jamaica Plain Public Library Rip van Win- Ke Globe Parker House Gus Williams Nat Jones Howard Athepium Company Boston Ice Company Lake Quanapoil

Legal committee reports and proposed public bills

The Judiciary reports leave to withdraw on petitions for naturalization procedures. Daly proposes penalties for adulterated food substances. Harbors panel backs widening the Charles River freight bridge to 52 feet and updates Green Harbor marsh funding. Probate panel sets Suffolk Probate Court sessions in Boston Mondays year round except certain August dates. LIME AND LIME CASES: ORDERS OF THE DAY.

Rinn Lawrence Daly Boston Committee On the Judiciary Committee On Harbors Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation Charles River Harbor Commissioners Green Harbor Attorney-General Committee On Probate and Chancery Suffolk

Trainman Dennis Doyle Hurt In East Boston Run-In

Dennis Doyle a fireman on the 100'clock train for Lynn on the Revere Beach road leaned from his engine as the train left East Boston and struck a car on a side track. He sustained scalp wounds and was taken to his boarding-place in East Boston. Other incidents include a runaway sleigh collision in Jamaica Plain injuring a horse and a series of pedestrian injuries on local streets. Mary Griffin fell into a coal hole at Oneida street and was seriously hurt, Cornelius Ohern a 9 year old boy was run over near Washington and Dedham streets, James Fallon fractured his wrist on Sherman street, and Mrs Martin Hancock fell and was severely injured on Monmouth street.

Dennis Doyle Lynn Revere Beach East Boston Boston Pemanene Norcross & Myrick, Grocers Jamaica Plain Dedham Streets Dedham Street James Fallon Sherman Street City Hospital Martin Hancock Saratoga Street Monmouth Street

Temporary injunction issued against Mercantile Savings Institution

The Supreme Court was asked to review the case with an order of notice returnable yesterday. Judge Ames presided as Assistant Attorney-General Loring requested a postponement to Wednesday morning due to Attorney-General Train's absence. Mr W. W. Warren for the bank did not object, and the delay was granted.

Mercantile Savings Institution Supreme Court

Pleasant reception honors Rev F M Pickles at Elmwood

A large crowd attended a reception for Rev. F. M. Pickles at Elmwood last evening. The program included songs duets readings recitations and violin and piano solos with volunteers from the Belcher family George Hardie the Irish humorist and H. V. Smith of the Hess Opera Company.

F. M. Pickles Elmwood Belcher George Hardie H. V. Smith Hess Opera Company

Sudden Death and Insurance Report Highlight Hampton Employee Loss

Mrs Harriet Young of 2 Tolman Place died suddenly yesterday afternoon on her 97th birthday. The John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Company examining committee reported policy-holders’ surplus of 263263 and total assets of 2,824,312. They deem the company safe and commend policy-holders on its soundness.

Harriet Young Tolman Place John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Company Messrs J. P. ©. Winship H. P. Chandler Thomas F. Temple

Globe Theatre Rip Van Winkle Does Boston Debut

The Globe Theatre audience saw Rip Van Winkle in a William Jefferson adaptation at a benefit by the American Society for the Elevation of the Stage. William Richardson impressed as Rip, with praise for Mrs C L Tilden and Mr S H Hooper among others. Modjeska’s coming engagement at the Museum is also announced.

Globe Theatre Rip van Winkle American Society Guv. Rice Pierce Jefferson William Richardson C. L. Tilden S. H. Hooper Parkman Dexter Derrick von Beekman H. P. Binney Gretchen Minner George C. Munzig Henry J.train Frank H. Sargent C. D. Wainwright Walcott Mabel Knight Frederick Williams S. A. Bent T. H. Boorman MopsEshka Boston Washington Camille Mme. Modjeska de Varville Armand Count de Varville Modjeska Richard Campella Brockton Old Colony Road Boston Musicum Papa Vetrichon

NELKS Offers Deep Discounts on Black Silks and More

The firm announces a wholesale haul of one thousand pieces of Black Silks and assorted fabrics at deep bargain prices. Highlights include 260 pieces at 1.50 a yard, 100 pieces French Cashmeres at 0.50, 150 pieces Black Silks at 2.00, 400 Gray Mixed Suitings at 0.25, and 2000 pieces Summer Silks in striped or checked patterns with varied price points from 0.50 to 1.00 per yard.

Suits and Cloaks Deep Discount Sale Introductory Offer

During the final days of the annual sale the entire stock of Water-Proof Cloaks, over a thousand pieces, will be offered at reduced prices. New factory-made items feature Water-Proof Circulars with hoods, silk lining, cord and tassels, in gray and black. 54-inch $7, 56-inch $7.50, 58-inch $8, 60-inch $8.50.

Silk Trimming Offered In Wide Velvet Velvets Sale

160 pieces of black silk trimming velvet offered in widths 17 18 19 and 20 inches at 1.50 dollars per yard. This sale highlights the best goods ever offered and targets dressmakers and tailors seeking wide ornate trimming.

Hamburgs and linen folder sale in Boston store

A Boston store advertises 1000 pieces of extra fine Hamburgs at 25 cents each, with regular prices 50 and 62 1-2 cents. The Ribbon Department has been enlarged and reorganized offering an unequalled assortment at lower prices. Also available are 2500 dozen Gents' All-Linen Holkfs at 12 1-2 cents to 25 cents, reduced from 17 to 25 cents.

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Bargain Linens and Lingerie Sale at Low Prices

Readable listing shows underwear and corset sets with bulk quantities. Corsets priced at 50 cents and 2 dollars, chemises at 1 dollar, drawers at 37 1 3 cents, baby slips at 2 dollars, many items marked down from higher prices. Limited stock across dozens of dozens.

Boston Carpet Sale Opens Spring Trade In Carpets

To inaugurate the Spring trade in Carpets we offer one of the greatest bargains in Boston. 1500 pieces Tapestry Brussels Carpets heavy durable and unsurpassed for designs at $1 per yard. Sole Agents for these Carpets in Boston. Also 30 private patterns in All-Wool Ingram Carpets at 75e per yard.

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