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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1887
Page
5
Washington reports crowded galleries as the House debated the Edmunds polygamy bill and Tucker substitute. J Randolph Tucker closed with a forceful speech while delegates weighed Mormon policy, with prospects uncertain in the Senate and amid silver coin debates.
Mrs. Cleveland hosts a luncheon for Miss Hastings while the President holds a public reception in the east room. The lavish decor features camellias, violets, and potted plants, with Marine Band music enhancing the festive atmosphere and numerous social guests listed by name.
Washington Jan 12 The President did not yet order Commissioner Miller to retain Revenue Agent Marvin in his post. Miller has not revoked his resignation request despite Marvin’s efforts and consultations with Russell. Marvin remains in Washington seeking continuation of his sixteen years in government service but faces likely retirement to private life.
Waswincrox January 12. The House committee on coinage approved reporting the Senate bill for trade dollar redemption with a clause charging payouts to the monthly bullion purchases. Yet the measure is unlikely to pass the House in its current form.
Washington dispatch says Congressman elect Russell did not meet the President or Postmaster General regarding office appointments. He plans to return home tonight and will not participate in local office controversies. Russell complains reports are baseless and embarrassing.
Washington dispatch lists pensions awarded today to residents across New England and nearby states. Names include Dennis Sheehan and Jane Dimond in Massachusetts, Hiram Currier in Maine, Sarah K Austin in New Hampshire, and Eugene Chilson in Vermont with several increases noted for Clark, Chase, and Lanpher among others.
The Senate committee on military affairs voted to raise the Springfield armory appropriation from 300000 to 400000 dollars. The House had proposed 400000, but Randall trimmed it to 800000, and Rockwell’s bid to raise it failed. Senator Dawes led the push for the increase.
The Postmaster General announced on January 12 that one additional carrier will be employed in Worcester, starting February 1, expanding local mail delivery.
James Tyler Campbell of California will be nominated on January 13 to serve as consul at Auckland New Zealand. The appointment announced from Washington marks Campbell as the U S representative in the post.
Washington January 12 The conference on the electoral count bill reached a formal agreement and plans to present reports tomorrow The Yates amendment was accepted by Senate conferees The amendment strikes the president of the Senate's power to announce the winner and limits him to declaring the vote state and result indications.
The army appropriation bill is set at 33 728 718 dollars, 95 100 more than the House bill and 1 786 869 below estimates. The pension bill mirrors the House total with a minor amendment. Both measures likely to be acted on by the Senate tomorrow.
Washington reports the Senate passed a twelve month extension for filing claims under the French spoliation act and considered other measures. Debates covered army promotions retirements, coastal defense funding, Berden firearms claims, and interstate commerce bill concerns over capitalization and transportation rates. Multiple amendments and references followed as lawmakers warned of fiscal risks and legal ambiguities.
In a closed session, Mr Crisp explains that section four prevents carriers from charging more in aggregate for shorter distances on the same line. He also says destination changes and end-line competition do not create dissimilar circumstances. The Senate adjourned after a brief secret session and plans a vote tomorrow.
In Washington on January 12 the House approved a bill to add a circuit judge in the second judicial circuit to manage heavy customs case load, noting the circuit handles 44 percent of nine circuit business. The Edmunds anti polygamy bill and Tucker substitute were discussed with strong opposition and defense of Utah Mormon settlement and local self government. The House adjourned at 5 30.
Rumors spread that Mayor Hewitt had died but his secretary reported at about 11 o clock that he was not dead. Police officials sent telegrams for confirmation and Hewitt was said to be much better and able to sit up. The origin of the death rumors remains speculative.
In Police Court Dr Edward G Roy pleaded guilty to three counts of breaking and entering the store of I Burke Co and stealing from it He was ordered in 1000 to the February term of the Superior Court.
Two new autobiographical works are reviewed Sir Francis Doyle's Reminiscences and Opinions and Admiral Hobart Pasha's Sketches from My Life. The critique highlights Doyle's kaleidoscopic, anecdote rich style and Hobart Pasha's vivid sea service tales including slavery blockades and Civil War scenes.
The article contrasts Sir Francis Doyle with Admiral Hobart Pasha, a daring naval figure born in 1822 who served in Russia, the Civil War blockade, and the slave trade era, later joining the Ottoman service. It highlights Hobart's vitality and risk taking, addressing mercenary critique and drawing parallels to other military figures, noting the Slaver hunting scene as a notable incident reproduced from Doyle's sketches.
Amusements listings include Globe Theatre Patience at 7:45, Park Theatre Miss Fortescue in Frou Frou at 8, Boston Theatre Shengrin at 7:30, Bijou My Aunt Bridget shows at 2 and 8, Hollis Street Modjeska in Janicla at 7:45, Athenaum My Partner at 8, and Boston Museum held by the Enemy at 7:45.
Auction notice lists Frut Horatio Harris selling items today starting at 12 a m with bids opening this morning.
In this city notices report several marriage ceremonies: James Dwight to Elizabeth Iasigi both of Boston, Minot Savage presiding. Jones Gray to Emma Barrett of Malden. Charles Huff to Minnie Ditch with Rev John Howe officiating. Gerard Pfaff to Katharine Pfaff. William Reed to Alice Atkins.
A roster of deaths from Charlestown and surrounding towns lists Mrs Catherine A Allen aged 82 at 99 Revere Street and 15 other decedents including Mary D Burley 55, Merriam Putney 62, Benjamin Callender 77, John Clark 72, Frances Johnson ?, Adelia Moncrieff 15, Emma Owen 35, Caroline P Wari ?, Fanny Augusta Allen 71, Mary M Denton 47, Hannah Humphries 76, Elen V Nolte 43, Sally Richardson 88, Jonathan Stone 69, Francis T Waitt 74 formerly of Charlestown, and Allen P Webb 70. Additional notices mention Dr Estes Howecliss of 1832 Harvard College dying aged 72 with funeral in Cambridge and invitations to attend.
Special notices announce Gedney Mouse in New York at Broadway and Fortieth street opposite the Metropolitan Opera House and Casino. Hotel is entirely new under Macaulay & Bowers. European Plan rooms from $1 per day with an excellent restaurant for business men or families.
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