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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1885

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Explosion at Mouse Mills Kills Two, Injures Ten

In KoUntze Texas Carroll & Co tested a new train engine boiler at Mouse mills when it exploded. Henry Carroll a six year old child. Kirby a white laborer died. J Carroll Mr Crow Mr Gregory and 12 colored workers were injured. Four of the colored men likely to die. Mill wrecked. Cause unknown.

Kountze Tex Mouse Mills Here Carroll & Co Henry Carroll Kirby J. Carroll Crow Gregory Carroll

Newfoundland negotiates with U S on fisheries treaty

A Halifax despatch reports the English government has given Newfoundland direct authority to negotiate with the United States for renewal of the fisheries clauses of the Washington treaty. Sir Ambrose Shea will travel to Washington as Newfoundland’s representative, arriving in Montreal by the next steamer.

Montreal Halifax Newfoundland United States

Fraudulent Mortgages Spark County Inquiry In Poughkeepsie

Poughkeepsie New York February 25 six or seven forged mortgages uncovered in the county clerk by Wade Hughes a former city lawyer who obtained thirteen thousand six hundred dollars from parties in Sharon Connecticut claiming the notes were farm mortgages in Dutchess County all names forged and authorities expect more such cases while Hughes awaits arrest.

Poughkeepsie N. Y Wade Hughes Sharon Conn Hughes Tiey Dutchess Courty

Trial verdict favors railroad in Seavey suit

Doven Feb 25 report says Samuel J Seavey of Farmington failed to win $1000 against Eastern Railroad for his daughter Emma J Foye’s death. The Hubbard versus Somersworth damages suit for injuries from a defective highway settled for $750.

Doven N. H Samuel J. Seavey Farmington Eastern Railroad Company Emma J. Foye Elizabeth P. Hubbard Somersworth

Pennsylvania Railroad January 1885 Earnings Decline

Philadelphia Feb 25 The monthly business statement for all lines east of Pittsburg and Erie shows a net earnings decrease of 175 562 for January 1885 versus January 1884. West of Pittsburg and Erie shows a deficiency in meeting all liabilities of 473 420, down 37 165 from January 1884.

Philadelphia Pennsylvania Railroad Company Pittsburg Erie

Woonsocket voters approve water works purchase plan

The taxpayers voted to buy the water works property for 200612 62 dollars and authorized 300000 dollars in bonds to cover payment. The meeting also authorized installing 12 electric street lights.

R. J Woonsocket Water Works Corporation

Irish National League council urges immediate parliamentary fund action

At the New York municipal council meeting on February 25 a communication from Mr. Varnell urged immediate action to establish the parliamentary fund. A committee was appointed to take action regarding the fund.

New York Irish National League Varnell

Connecticut Central stockholders vote in foreclosure contest

Hartford Feb. 25 A number of town holders of large blocks of stock of the Connecticut Central railroad have voted their stock 20 Henry L. Goodwin of East Hartford who will contest the pending foreclosure suit brought by the New York and New England road.

Hartford, Conn Wns Connecticut Central Railroad Henry L. Goodwin East Hartford New York and New England Road

House Fights Over River and Harbor Bill Turmoil

Washington chaos as the House debates the river and harbor bill with a close 137 to 139 vote on a key committee amendment striking out Mississippi river improvements. Filibuster tactics, calls for adjournment, and floor insults mark hours of noisy proceedings amid calls for censure and political sniping.

Washington House James B. Kads Mississippi River Commission Yeas Hunt Louisiana Willis White Kentucky Mr. Weaver Nebraska Mr. White

Brackenbury Reports Soudan Movement and Aftermath

Gen Brackenbury reports crossing to the Nile right bank toward Abu Hamed with 700 animals and guns. He notes pursuit of Col Stewart's killers, destruction of Farkir Etman property, and steady troop health though some wounded. Reports of Kassala victory by friendly Arabs and ongoing Khartoum reoccupation aims follow.

Korti Brackenbury Earle Hebbeh Kaniet Island Nile Abu Hamed Stewart Herbin Power Col. Stewart Khartoum Farkir Etman Suakim Agig Tamai Taka Kassala Moosa London Wolseley Gordon Soudan Trinkitat NaPuLes Red Sea Iicci Calcutta Hyderabad India Zebebr Pasha el Mahdi Gen. Gordon el Wahdi Z Dehr Pasha el Mahd CLC

Pope links worker woes to loss of religion and agitator sway

The pope responded to the workers' address by tracing their troubles to abandoning religious principles and being swayed by agitators who promise rights but ignore duties. He urged unity through associations and cooperation, mutual aid in illness and old age, and Catholic concerted action for a better future. The speech impressed the audience.

Rome

Discontent grows over Portland rail bill clause in Maine

Augusta Me Feb 25 Citizens party grows dissatisfied with a amendment to the Portland and Oydensburg railroad bill that ties lease or sale validity to a two thirds Portland voters vote An effort may seek a simple majority The Blaney commutation petition referred to the governor and council likely to be acted on soon Judiciary committee also votes inexpedient on civil rights bill and refers medical registration bill to next legislature

Augusta Judiciary Committee Citizens Party Portland and Oydensburg Portland Oscar E. Blaney Committee On Judiciary

Ice breakup forecast as weather warms near Island Sound

City ISLAND reports ice in the sound loosening along the north shore and a general breakup possible within a day or two if mild temperatures persist. Tenders pass with ease. sailing vessels not frozen in can be towed. Steam tugs America and Gertrude in New York passages tow barges toward Boston and New London respectively.

City Island America New York Boston Benefacto Gertrude New London

Bell Telephone patent case moved to common pleas division

In Toronto on February 25 Judge Galt granted an order to review Ottawa minister of justice proceedings in the Bell Telephone patent case. The writ of certiorari seeks to bring up all prior actions with aim to move the matter here for review. The questions raised were deemed sufficiently important to warrant argument before the common pleas divisional court in May.

Toronto Ont Galt Ottawa Bell Telephone Company Common Pleas Divisional Court

Electric lighting firms form group to advance interests

About 100 representatives from U S and Canada met in Chicago to organize a national association. J F Morrison of Baltimore was named president and W A Hovey of Boston secretary. The group discussed the feasibility of putting all types of electric wires underground.

Chicago United States Canada J. F. Morrison Baltimore W. A. Hovey Boston

Funeral of Wm C Kingsley in Brooklyn Attended by City Officials

The funeral was held at the late residence in Brooklyn this afternoon for the late Wm C Kingsley. Mayor Low of Brooklyn, all city judges and officials attended. Rev. Dr Cuyler delivered a eulogistic address and Rev. Henry Ward Beecher also spoke.

New York Wm. C. Kingsley Brooklyn Mayor Low Cuyler Henry Ward Beecher

Wolcott Installed as Pastor of Lawrence Street Church

Lawrence Massachusetts February 25 Rev William F E Wolcott was installed pastor of Lawrence street Congregational church this evening before a large audience. The installation sermon was by Rev Judson Smith D D with charge to pastor by Prof W J Tucker D D of Andover

Lawrence Mass William FE. Wolcott Lawrence Street Congregational Church Judson Smith W. J. Tucker Andover

Washington memorial praise and Senate debate on military courts

The Washington monument dedication receives congressional thanks to Col. Thomas Lincoln Casey and his engineers. Senate debate covers court martial practices in peace, West Point envy claims, and the Swain case as criticism mounts over justice and punishment in military trials.

Washington Sherman Congressional Committee Washington Monument Congress Thomas Lincoln Casey Corps of Engineers George Washington Allison Hoar Judiciary Committee Ingalls Dames Gen. Swaim Haile Secretary of War Mr. Ingalls Aldrich Conger Hawley West Point Senate House Conference Committee On Committee On Appropriations

Springer Investigating Committee Report On Wright’s Deputies

Washington February 25 Representative Springer and Van Alstyne on a sub committee report that deputy marshals under Lot Wright were excess to needs, partisan, armed, and many were criminals or non residents. They recommend removing Wright and pursuing illegal payments, with Stewart dissenting and backing deputy marshals.

Washington Springer van Alstyne Marshal Lot Wright Ohio Stewart Department of Justice Marshal Wright National Committee Republican Party United States Treasury State of Lot Wright United States Oho House of Representatives Congress Wright Muse

Diplomatic Notes on New Guinea and Samoa Crisis

Blue book details Sir Edward Mayer’s Berlin interview with Prince Bismarck. It covers German aims in New Guinea, the failed persuasion to Britain, and Herbert Bismarck’s mission. Also included is Granville’s rebuttal of jealousy claims and Samoa’s protectorate petitions amid German pressure.

London New Guinea Samoa Edward Mayer Berlin Prince Bismarck Sir Edward Bismarck Count von Munster England Germany Count Herbert Bismarck Count Herbert Zululand France Earl Granville Sir Edward Malet Mr. Gladstone Samoan Islands Samaa Tonga Earl Derby Jervois New Zealand William

Cabinet picks hint at Endicott or Collins for war post

Albany dispatch reports President-elect Cleveland has settled on five cabinet members Bayard Manning Lamar Garland Vilas with Endicott favored for the war portfolio and Whitney likely for the navy. The plan includes New England appointments and a tariff stance aligned with the Chicago platform while opposing silver coinage.

Bayari Manning Lamar Garland Vilas New England Endicott Collins New York Albany Cleveland Bayard Treasury Interior War Navy Whitney Navy Department War Department Judge Endicott Patrick A. Collins Massachusetts Chicago Democratic Brooklyn Union

Pertinent Suggestions on Women Suffrage Voices

A letter to the Boston Post questions why middle aged and older Massachusetts women show little public involvement in suffrage groups. It argues for full state suffrage, urges submission to the people, and contends that only a state bill should be considered.

Boston Post National Woman Suffrage Association Massachusetts National Association For Suffrage Committee On Woman Suffrage

Military levee of the National Lancers at armory ball

The National Lancers held their annual military levee at the armory on Wednesday night with festive decor, chandeliers, and a banquet. Capt. Henry D. Andrews led off the line with Edmonds's Orchestra playing as guests in formal uniforms attended by city officials, state militia officers, and veterans, all hosted by Capt. Andrews and officers Allard and Wadsworth.

National Lancers’ Armory Henry D. Andrews Edmonds Brackett First Light Infantry Regiment Providence W.h.thornton A.W. Tisfford Hiram Kendall Waite Young Harry B. Rose Dalton Holt Boynton Col Gilbert Gov. Robinson

Roving raids net gambling gear on two city fronts

During the 9 30 to 10 P M period on Wednesday Sergt Lyons led a second division squad to No 42 Howard street capturing gaming implements valued at 150 including a table 2000 chips and paraphernalia There was no game and no arrests. A second squad under Sergt Lee raided No 25 Bosworth street seizing 25 in property no game was in progress and no arrests were made The proprietor reportedly moved a costly layout after alarm Tuesday

Sergt. Lyons Howard Street Sergt. Lee Bosworth Street W.W. Fish E. H. Ricker Lynn Lynn Coliseum Coliseum Thomas Buffum Arthur Chesley Edward Vance D. F. Wyzauski Mr. Barry South Abington Mass Quincy East Weymouths Malden Maidens M. Ks. Wallace & Co Chelsea Doin Globe Rink Globes The Stars Springfield New Britains New Britain Taunton Malpen Wakefields Utopias Frank Bailey New Haven Conn Lincoln Rink New Havens Rockvilles

15 Mile Walk Planned Between Ed Holske and D A Driscoll

A 15 mile walk for $400 and gate money is set for Wednesday evening March 4 at Concert hall Green street between Ed Holske of Boston and D A Driscoll of Lynn. Driscoll has trained at Lynn, plus 10 to 20 miles daily. Holske also runs 10 miles daily at the association gymnasium. Large sporting delegations are expected from suburban towns. The article also notes baseball signings for Boston and umpire appointments by President Young.

Ed. C. Holske Boston D. A. Driscoll Lynn Concert Hall Green Street Driscoll Hotske Association Monitor Wolfeborough Carroll Democracy Carroll County Charlestown Catholic Diocee Denis F. Bradley Alpheus Gay

Funeral for Gen Horace Capron Held in Washington

Washington February 25 The funeral of Gen Horace Capron was held this afternoon. The remains were placed in a vault at Oak Hill cemetery. Honorary pallbearers included Japanese minister Jushi Kuki Rinichi Maj Gen W C Meigs Maj Gen J M Schofield and several high ranking naval officers along with medical director J M Brown and Prof J E Hilgard.

Washington Horace Capron Oak Hill Cemetery Jushi Kuki Rinichi W. C. Meigs J. M. Schofield W. Wu. Temple W. R. Taylor J. J. Almy J. A. Jenkins

Queen plans Ireland visit for Prince Albert Victor

London February 26 The idea for a trip to Ireland originated with the queen who wants Prince Albert Victor, never in Ireland, to tour with his brother Earl Spencer opposed fearing reception. It is reported the queen has instructed the cabinet to consider a permanent Ireland residence for Prince Albert.

London Ireland Prince of Wales Prince Albert Victor Earl Spencer Prince Albert

Sharon Divorce Case Appeal Filed in San Francisco

Counsel for the defendant filed a notice of appeal from the superior court ruling granting the plaintiff divorce, judgment, alimony, and counsel fees in the Sharon case.

San Francisco Sharon Superior Court

Redman Renominated for Mayor in Ellsworth Democratic Caucus

In Ellsworth Maine at a Wednesday Democratic caucus John B. Redman was renominated for mayor. Other items note Rev Samuel Bell of Great Falls New Hampshire taking a church post in South Abington Massachusetts and diverse local political and legal developments.

Ellsworth John B. Redman Samuel Bell Great Falls N. H South Abington Mass Kelley U.S. A Ft. Popham Democrats Durham Worcester People’s Savings Bank Calvin Hale Dover National Bank Isaac Abbott Fail River Concord Chicago Martin Garrity Portsmouth Kent Ozro Hobbs Lobbs Garrity

Blair Chandler and Rollins Vie for New Hampshire Senate Seat

Special correspondence reports Blair and Chandler as leading contenders for the New Hampshire United States senate seat to be chosen by the legislature next June. Cheney seeks backing, Rollins opposes Chandler, and Currier’s connection to Hale colors shifting loyalties. Revelations on Mayor roles, a possible Rolfe appointment, and plans for a Democratic daily paper unfold amid party maneuvering and public events across Manchester and Carroll counties.

Boston Post Concord N. H Blair Chandler United States Hale Washington National Capital Currier Commonwealth Portsmouth Harbor H. P. Rolfe Rollins Rolfe Manchester Cheney

Notable residents and visitors reported in brief notes

Mr J Armory Knox editor of the Texas Sift ings remains at Youngs hotel. Rev Robert G Seymour pastor of the Rug gies street Baptist church is seriously ill from pneumonia. Dyer Townsend of Wallingford VT is 97, still logs rides a frisky colt and works farms. George R Lancaster a prominent Jaagor ME citizen traveled with his bride en route south. Two Boston Appalachian club members W B Clarke and R A Badcock toured the White mountains. Maj Charles E Stevens sent a crayon portrait of his father Benjamin Stevens to the state house for display in Capt Mitchells office. F B Knowles of Worcester goes to Florida to oversee Heather Island orange grove holdings. Seth Vortress will leave $10,000 to Luther Hatch to fund a Vanirass Memorial bell and town library in Marshfield.

J. Armory Knox The Texas Siftings Young’s Hotel Robert G. Seymour D. D Ruggies-street Baptist Church Dyer Townsend Wallingford George R. Lancaster Jaagor Marshfield Luther Hatch Vanirass

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