09 Jan 1888
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1888
Page
1
Observations were recorded concurrently at all listed stations at the same moment, noting consistent conditions or phenomena across locations. Data indicates synchronized readings suggesting a common event or ambient state affecting each station equally.
In Belgrade Montana on January 8 the thermometer hit 52 below zero at 7 am the coldest since 1865. Stocks suffer losses freight trains abandoned and passenger service deteriorates with delays of twenty four to thirty six hours amid the brutal cold snap.
A Natick visitor was robbed on Warren Avenue early Sunday. officers fired on suspects but no arrests. Three youths were later identified for assault with intent to rob on Wapping Street. A bank snap involved a woman and a man stealing $390 from Mr. Kennison. An attempt to break R F Clark’s store failed. Stables and a Tucker shop were burglarized. Officers recovered a stolen silver watch and gold chain.
A health advisory stresses stopping tooth decay now with prompt dental care. Experts emphasize early visits, fluoride use, and proper brushing to prevent progression and preserve natural teeth.
Important business was transacted at the monthly meeting of the Massachusetts Division. Sermons were delivered by Rev W R Huntington and Dr Edward Everett Hale at Harvard and the Globe Theatre respectively. Cambridge saw burglaries as two houses and several stores were entered.
Ships arrive at ports worldwide with crews and cargo listing origins such as Bremen Havana New York Philadelphia Baltimore and New Orleans. Entries include vessels like Mandalay Wellfield City of Peking and City of Rio de Janeiro with dates from Jan 2 to Jan 8 and routes from Europe the Americas and Asia.
Berlin reports renewed Balkan negotiations led by Count Kalnoky and Prince Lobanoff, with a plan to replace Bulgaria's king and reconstitute its army. Russian forces amass in Poland and western front fortifications advance as Berlin notes possible war if diplomacy fails. England prepares a neutral stance.
Wilfrid Blunt received a two month sentence for obstructing police at the Woodford proclaimed meeting. A crowd faced police at Galway jail. swords and batons were used, several injured. Bail granted for MP William Lane over a Watergrass Hill speech. Shaw Lefevre and others arrived at Ballinasloe amid protests over Blunt’s imprisonment.
The Maharajah of Mysore, visiting Cavc urra, places his military resources at the viceroy to aid in the defense of India. Thibetians mass on the Sik kim frontier as Thibetian intriguers grow bolder, prompting expected immediate frontier force display.
London reports medical men suspect McNeill, London Sportsman correspondent, was knuckle-dustered robbed and thrown into the water. His watch chain and turquoise ring were left behind. An anonymous note with McNeill’s bank notes is received by police. Family laments French inquiry costs.
Worcester today reports letters from ex Representative James H. Mellen and responses from Senator Hoar and Representative John E. Russell on a government telegraph system. Russell opposes federal expansion. Hoar warns of patronage and privacy risks but contemplates a postal telegraph if objections are solved.
The Chicago Postal Telegraph Company announces acceptance of 1866 law terms allowing priority government despatches and rail routes on post roads. It joins with Mackay-Bennett, routes Chicago to Milwaukee Green Bay Marquette Duluth, with Michigan branch and westward lines to San Francisco. Treasurer is a Chicago figure, Secretary Miller of United States Distilling Company.
Funeral for Mrs. Thomas Stack drew crowds as her infirm husband fainted during services. Coroner Gould ordered a second autopsy to clarify head injuries. Police expect an arrest by noon tomorrow, with strong suspicion on the Stack family over land money disputes.
The Rev. Hugh O. Pentecost spoke at the Criterion Theatre in Brooklyn as followers from anti-poverty and Henry George groups prepare to erect a church for him. He will preach there Sunday afternoons while continuing work in Newark and New York.
The Third Presbyterian Church marked its first anniversary under Rev Dr Withrow. He cleared a $30,000 debt through personal effort and recent pledges totaling over $35,000, bringing a surplus. The church gained 225 new members and saw overall program strength expand. A six month leave with full salary was granted.
A Brockton and Whitman line coach driven by William McMann overturned near Shaw's Corner bridge last night. Twelve passengers were thrown into the ditch. Reuben Whent suffered cuts and a broken thumb, Mrs. Herbert Beal had a cut shoulder from glass, and Joseph Powers sustained a knee cut. No fatalities expected.
Quiet day in coal regions as assemblies renew pledges to stand firm. Reading company plans to restart some mines but may fail to recruit enough non union workers. Strike funds, layoffs, and shifts impact shipments while Knights of Labor push for arbitration and local business groups seek settlement.
A letter by Cardinal Taschereau urged Catholics to avoid joining the Knights of Labor and to withdraw if already enrolled. At the French cathedral the officiant called members imbeciles, provoking censure from the Knights who allege printer strike influence. Some say the cardinal acts without Rome's authority and ignores the letter.
General Nathan Goff of West Virginia may join Blaine on a national Republican ticket after the Home Market Club visit in Boston. Goff's West Virginia support, Ohio influence, and regional backing from Virginia and North Carolina shape a possible convention bid. Morse contemplates committee shifts amid intra party disputes as North Carolina gears for autumn fights and post office clerks press for salary reform ahead of the session.
The Mexican International railway was completed yesterday to Lerdo on the Mexican Central line, closing the gap between Lerdo and Eagle Pass and giving San Antonio direct connection with the City of Mexico. The route shortens Texas border travel by over two hundred miles and interior-to-East travel to New York by about seven hundred miles. The line, part of the Southern Pacific system, covers 1190 miles.
CURIACO Jan 8 The Socialists won all top posts in District Assembly 24 Knights of Labor electing George Schilling master workman by 5 to 1 and forming an all Socialist executive committee. The district has jurisdiction over all Knights in Chicago except those in national district assemblies.
Record of fires reports early Sunday and Saturday damages including Samuel A. Elliott provision dealer suffering about 400 dollars loss with unknown cause Colletts hat store in Dock square slight damage not known cause L C Tylers boot and shoe store in Arlington Savings Bank block sustained total loss of 5000 dollars while building had slight damage Tyler stock ruined by fire smoke and water insured for 3000 I E Robinson gents furnishings stock also damaged by smoke and water and fully insured
A series of January blazes ruin stock and buildings. In Lyxx a hat store loses 6500 value with 2500 insurance after a floor fire started by a lit match. In Chicago a seven story brick at 298 Third Ave burns, costing about 250000 with several printing firms damaged. Other fires hit Franklin Falls pulp mill for 875000, Hartrorp piano dealer residence for 2000, and Sherman Texas hotel and two homes for 20000 losses. All insured.
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