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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1885
Page
1
Special Despatch reports James Keene, once ruined after a California arrival and stock crash, has rebuilt wealth. He cleared a $1 million debt through notes, then a $300,000 petroleum deal, and in a late stock rise paid off remaining obligations and resumed business with his son.
In Dallas on Feb 19 the federal court hears W M Wyatt for Boston investors against J G Halsell and others of Decatur to recover 2060000 for cattle contract losses. Plaintiffs allege swindle of 18000 head of cattle. Case involves $200,000 actual damages and up to $500,000 exemplary. Nearly 100 witnesses attend including several titled figures.
New York reports that next Saturday's Medical Record will note Gen. Grant's tongue and throat disease has improved with alarming symptoms receding. Epithelioma signs are gone, ulcers have healed, and adjacent tissues regained suppleness. A small excavation remains in the tonsil from prior inflammation.
Twenty five Phi Beta Kappa alumni from New England dined at Clark’s in New York and heard an illustrated lecture on the great telescopes of the world by Prof. J K Reese. The American Institute of Mining Engineers held its dinner at Delmonico’s with Rev Henry Ward Beecher J Rickettson of Pittsburg among attendees. Prof RR Re Rain Sen Stewart L Woodford Robert W Hunt of Troy President Orton of Stevens Institute Dr Ch W Raymond and others were present. J Bayles presided.
The City of Worcester led the Norwich line into New York harbor around 10:30 after breaking ice. The Rosedale from Bridgeport, the Continental from New Haven, and five other boats followed, delaying efforts as ice-coated vessels struggled. The Stonington and Fall River live boats did not depart the previous night.
The funeral of banker Francis A. Drexel was held at St Marys Catholic Church in Philadelphia. Archbishop Ryan officiated and Ohnewalds requiem was sung. The densely packed church saw a gathering of leaders in finance, commerce, law and literature, with the body laid in the Drexel family vault beside the church.
Chief Drummone¢ of the credit service arrested Daniel Carrigan long time navy bureau of medicine and surgery chief clerk. He and E Kirkwood Bell Mann and others were indicted for conspiracy for presenting false vouchers to the government. Carrigan allegedly passed the false claims from contractors for supplies to the moral hospitals.
Providence Feb 19 A Woonsocket Rubber company superintendent said a workers committee announced by majority vote that striking employees will return to work Monday morning Holt will inform Friday whether operations resume. Strikers failed to form the desired union but indicated they seek a more favorable time for action.
In Jersey City on February 19 trotting horses Harry Mills and Manhattan owned by A M Cowan were pulling a skid along Bergen avenue when the pole broke and the animals fell. Manhattan suffered a badly broken leg and had to be shot. Harry Mills was only bruised. Manhattan valued at $8000.
Romeo G. Brown assaulted newspaper reporter H. G. Dewing over a local paper item. Dewing struggled to defend himself as Brown struck him several times. Brown was arrested and fined $15.97 in police court. A suit for damages is expected.
Camden Maine on February 19 reports that the Feb 3 law and order drive against liquor sellers has kept activity high since. Authorities notified all outlets to cease selling. one store closed entirely. Two raids followed with fines from the first case and a large seizure of liquor in the second.
Washington Feb 19 The senate passed the Texas Pacific forfeiture bill after amendments. Morgan supported a reference to US courts on land rights, while others noted mortgage claims and corporate transfers to Southern Pacific. The measure restores forfeited lands to public domain and sets prices by established rates. The bill returns to the house for concurrence.
The House shows slow progress on the river and harbor bill amid extended debate, with approvals for $100,000 for a Key West building and $150,000 for Auburn, N Y. In naval matters, amendments fund testing American armor and finishing a long idle six inch gun ship, while lawmakers clash over completing the New York timber ship as a school ship or transport.
Washington dispatch reports Agent Gibson at the Piute Indian agency in Nevada accusing Sarah Winnemack and five other Piute Indians of assault after a gambling incident with a Bannock Indian, resulting in the loss of all his money.
Reports say orders were sent to aid the Pomah transport carrying Canadian voyageurs from Alexandria. A gun boat with marines and infantry was sent as officials withhold details. Allegations claim mutiny by voyageurs and disturbance among boatmen, with three soldiers under arrest escaping in boats.
Lake Defuniak Fla Feb 19 Florida's Chautauqua opened under favorable auspices with opening remarks by Dr A H Gillett of Cincinnati followed by addresses from Dean Wright Boston Rev Frank Russell Ohio Dr A D Mayo Boston Dr W Adams Georgia Prof W F Sherwin Boston and President S A Knapp Iowa. Evening program featured bonfires around the lake forming a ring of fire.
A Charlestown New Hampshire party notice states Democrats will hold a ball on the night of March 4. The item appears among a string of regional incidents and notices from the period including strikes, accidents, and official actions.
News in brief reports manslaughter sentence for Joseph White in New York and a 2 year term. A Miles City despatch notes a grand jury indictment against Lieut. Col. Cochran of Ft. Keogh for perjury linked to Tilson court martial. Cipher despatches urge Oregon Democrats to back John H. Mitchell for U.S. senator if eight Republicans vote yes. San Francisco grand jury indicts Gumpel and others in a $25,000 spurious contract tied to Sharon case. Capt. Phelan returns to Kansas City after six weeks. he plans to press in New York while some fear for his safety.
Parliament opened with Gladstone loudly cheered in the Commons. Lords debate Egypt Soudan policy. Granville said Britain would let Gen Wolseley decide on Khartoum timing, possibly postponing aggressive action. Salisbury warned of this policy, Gordon’s death mourned, and calls for clear action in Egypt and Soudan. Gladstone affirmed evacuation policy and avoided overtures to El Mahdi. Adjournment to tomorrow.
Ben Coombs of Hodgenville Kentucky shot Jake Mason and Mrs Coombs was fatally wounded after spying alleged affair. Coombs fled to Nashville or Memphis with Mrs Mason and they boarded a train following the shooting. The incident occurred near Elizabethtown.
Mrs Marvy Gee in delicate condition after throwing a lit match into an oilcan and leaping from a second story window on Purchase Street New Bedford Mass. Early evening blaze endangers her and unborn child with possible fatal outcome. A six hour skating race lit Bijou rink tonight. Steamer T A Scott arrives to assist the stricken schooner T W Townsend near Tuckernuck shoals. Eagle cargo corn nearly removed. raise expected.
Augusta Maine February 19 The committee on legal affairs voted to refer to the next legislature a proposition to tax real estate only and a bill to prevent double taxation on mortgaged property The finance committee will recommend an appropriation of 3 for a contingent fund of the insurance commissioners and 300 for the clerk of library Taegom
A five story Chestnut street fire in Philadelphia destroyed warehouses and adjoining buildings. Laborer John McKay died under falling bricks, a fireman died later, and losses across about 20 firms reached roughly 250000 dollars with S B Stil Co and M Homer Co among the major losers.
London reports a shift to purely defensive operations after Khartoum's fall and Gen Gordon's death. Wolseley may retire to Debbeh while Brackenbury and Buller fall back to Korti. Debbeh, Koroske, and Nile line become main focus as Gakdul wells are guarded and Berber abandoned.
Roxbury mill owners restart operations with a small returning staff while female strikers, led by the women in the cloth and weaving rooms, refuse to cross the line. The company plans to run briefly to fulfill orders, then likely stop if workers remain absent.
Senator Pillsbury lectured at Boston University on legislative practice before fifty Blackstone club members. He compared Massachusetts parliamentary law with English and U.S. practice, critiqued public hearings, and argued hearings prolong sessions while not aiding legislators chosen for fitness to legislate.
Several chess games at the Boston Chess Club feature Capt Hantington blindfolded and winning all rounds. Other notes cover polo results from Adelphi rink to New Bedford and Plymouth and a Maine league match in Lewiston with multiple regional clubs reporting scores and referees.
The National Woman Suffrage Association held an afternoon session with Miss Susan B. Anthony addressing the crowd. Speakers urged press work and wider public support while noting many women over 50 are disfranchised, and the gathering adjourned after Miss Anthony’s remarks.
March 1 next, Hon. Harmon Hall of Saugus will partner with Wilbur F. Newhall in real estate and insurance. Mrs. Annie Oxley sues Bridget Pashby for 5000 for alleged saloon assault, and 2000 for a separate assault at the same time and place. Writs returnable at the March term in Lawrence. Moses M. Libby leaves for Washington to attend inauguration. Democrats of Lynn plan a March evening celebration at the Boscobel hotel honoring the new president. City printing contract awarded to W. S. Prentiss. Post 5, Grand Army of the Republic, marks eighteenth anniversary with an entertainment and speeches. A meeting will discuss raising funds for land, opposing lottery schemes. Post members attend the funeral of comrade Frank Ternut and escort the remains to burial.
Salem reports a legislative deadlock as the session nears midnight with Republicans split between Hirsch and ex-Attorney General Williams. Democrats show no path to an immediate vote. A possible solution proposes electing James G. as a last resort, while Gov Moody would name W. Lain Hail if no choice is made.
A gang has raided Palmer and nearby towns for months, with frequent petty thefts of poultry. Suspects include idle youths from a village several miles away. On Monday night about 66 fowls were taken from farms in Warren and Bromfield, leaving authorities without solid clues.
The council indefinitely postponed an act to authorize buying Jamaica Pond Aqueduct property. It passed a second reading for unfinished public buildings work, contracts, and labor. An employee holiday on Washington's Birthday was proposed. An extra 500 for clerk hire was approved, with 25,000 moved to Beacon Street grade and Brookline Avenue project. A 19,200 transfer from pauper expenses to public institutions was read and laid over. Adjourned.
Washington dispatch reports the northbound Virginia Midland mail train collided with a southbound freight four miles above Alexandria. Thirty three cars burned, including baggage and mail cars. Conductor Andrew Augur was killed. several crew members missing or injured. wrecking train dispatched, details scarce.
Cajeme the Yaqui chief burned boats seized from white settlers on February 14 and bands from his tribe are said to have burned ranches between settlements. The river area Yaqui jurisdiction is cited as contested. A separate note reports a duel challenge between editors Francisco Carrasco and Adrian de Garay, a murder of Rev. Father Infanti near Texcoco, and Javier Orsove departing for Hamburg to serve as Mexican consul.
The Home Insurance Company, the largest New York fire insurer and among the world’s top pure fire insurers, reports total assets of 7 395 690 55 with net surplus 1 141 726 91 above 3 960 000 capital. Premiums total 3 536 000, up about 830 000 from the prior year, prompting a reserve rise of 350 000 to 2 847 565 and a cash capital reserve of 2 547 565.
At noon today a joint session ballot for United States senator produced John A. Logan leading with 100 votes, William Morrison 94, E. M. Hawes 4, and 6 scattered. The second and third ballots were unchanged and the session ended.
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