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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1895
Page
1
In Dover New Hampshire financier Isaac F Abbott faced a $10,000 note shortfall amid bank examinations. As prosecutors debated the shortage and security, Abbott died by his own hand after a dire sequence of events including the note’s discovery and a failed plea for time.
On January 14, 1895 the funeral for SAAC F ABBOTT aged 62 years 2 months 13 days was held with floral tributes including an asleep wreath and a father inscription. Reverends Frank R. Chase and R. E. Gilkey led services at house and cemetery. Bearers were James M. Haynes Cyrus L. Jenness Charles A. Rani Daniel E. Hanson Frank E. Smart James Y. Demeritt. Remains placed in Pize Hill vault awaiting spring burial beside Mrs. Abbott and their youngest son.
A bill in equity filed before Justice Barker in Boston seeks Lemuel Le Baron Holmes, treasurer, to explain receipts and expenditures of the Citizens' party in the recent municipal election. Judge Barker ordered Holmes to appear on the first Monday of February to answer the allegations, marking the start of an inquiry into alleged extensive hiring of workers at the election by petitioners Stephen A. Brownell Henry W. Mason Henry C. Hartaway Arthur F. E. Perry Isaac L. Ashley and William H. Rankin against Holmes.
Rome dated report says Signor Celli attorney general of Milan province was stabbed to death in his office. A policeman captured the anarchist assassin at the door after gaining admission by posing as seeking legal business. Celli had earlier denounced anarchists and vowed to prosecute them.
Dover Del Jan 17 in joint session two more ballots were taken for United States Senator Senator Higgins received 10 votes J Edward Addicks 6 George V Massey 3 James L Wolcott Dem 9 Erie W Tunnel Dem 1 On the second ballot results were the same Sixteen votes are required to elect and both sides say they will hold out even if no Senator is chosen.
The Boston and Albany R.A. announces the City Ticket Office has been relocated to 366 Washington Street. The move consolidates service in a central downtown location for passenger and agency transactions.
The Hebrew Charities Union banquet at Mechanics Hall drew about 600 guests for charitable purposes. Led by Leopold Morse Home funds and Hebrew Women’s Sewing Society, organizers hope to reach $20,000 for three organizations. Solomon Schindler and Lehman Pickett spoke on Hebrew charity. a 35-member orchestra performed. a souvenir program highlighted Boston Hebrew institutions.
A concise assertion that maintaining pure, clean blood protects the human body from disease, emphasizing the hygiene and health principle that a pristine internal environment strengthens immunity and reduces illness risk.
Col C G Rowell of Union Street Boston claims Dana’s differs from other sarsaparillas with a pleasant taste and bitter, calling it the best blood purifier. The ad touts its cure claims for diseases without common origin and urges readers to obtain Dana’s.
Washington Jan 17 The President sent to the Senate nominations for postmasters William G Hull Plymouth David M Aldrich Whitefield Timothy F Hagerty Woburn Connecticut Herman Atwood Stonington Hagerty Cleveland appointee and Boston mail carrier residing in Woburn selected for Woburn postmaster biography noted.
The seventh Harvard Yale debate occurs at Sanders Theatre in Cambridge this evening. Yale and Harvard debaters will speak in a tight order with fifteen minute limits. Ex Governor Long presides as judges include Justice Barker, Bishop Lawrence, and Professor Dewey.
The annual reunion and election of officers of the Forty fourth Massachusetts Regiment Association was held at the United States Hotel with one hundred fifty members and guests present. Theodore W. Fisher was elected president with Horatio Newhall Manning Emery John McCrittis as vice presidents, Frank G. Webster as treasurer James B. Gardner as secretary and an executive committee listing members from multiple companies.
Masowah dispatch reports General Baratieri again met Ras Mangasola after a ten hour pursuit south of Coatit. Italian artillery mowed down the enemy by the hundred, forcing a decisive flight. The field left with dead wounded arms and stores. several chiefs among the wounded.
Frank H. Thomas, well known as a restaurant manager on newspaper row, resigned his position as manager of the Imperial cafe on Wednesday. Since he assumed control three months ago the business has tripled, a testament to his abilities.
The Executive Council approved the pardon and release of Old Colony railroad officials jailed at Plymouth by a 6 to 3 vote. The report shows Keith, Savage, Raymond, Sullivan, Harlow, and Barrus in favor. Stevens, Southwick, and the Lieutenant-Governor opposed. Governor Greenhalgh dissented, reserving his decision. E. G. Allen, road superintendent, welcomed the news and praised the council’s judgment. He urged a speedy release consistent with the petition’s aim.
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