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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1889

Page

8

State Delegation Growth Sought for Washington Birthday Celebration

Massachusetts debated enlarging the delegation to the centennial Washington inauguration celebration. Amendments increased appropriation to 30000, added militia units, and doubled both Senate and House representation. Debates covered guard uniforms, governance, and campaign finance reforms, with rounds of votes on each measure and motions to engross the resolve.

Senate House George Washington United States Rugg New Bedford Committee On Federal Relations McNary Commercial Bulletin Mellen Worcester Dude” Corps Massachusetts Dallinger Cambridge Messrs. Rugg, Sullivan Lawrence O'Mealey Boston Wardwell Haverhill Barrett

Blodgett Presents Order on Inmates at Charitable Homes

Mr. Blodgett of Templeton submits an order to the judiciary committee urging examination of the definition of pauper inmates and other residents of charitable institutions. The measure seeks to limit transfers between institutions and control placement to any place or State where they belong.

House endorses multiple public statutes and railway bills

The House adopted measures expanding civil and criminal procedure, prohibiting liquor bond sureties, restricting liquor sales on election day, empowering justices to enforce liquor laws, enabling searches of suspects, and authorizing biennial sessions and trust voucher filings. Petitions from Framingham and Boston railway interests sought bond and grade crossing powers. committee reported on Northampton Street Rail.

Boston Justices of the Peace

Senators Move to Oust Neill for Howard in Bristol Race

The Senate votes to seat Robert Howard in the second Bristol district, citing a voter intent recount. A committee of two Republicans and one Democrat found the challenged ballots would not change the result, and the recount was proper. A separate petition seeks to amend Public Statutes to exempt cider from liquor provisions, signaling brewing Republican tensions.

Joseph O. Neill Bob” Howard Senate Bristol Robert Howard Robert “‘Howard Board of Aldermen C. Gaylord Republica Party

Senate Petitions Lead and Orders Adopted in 1880s Session

In the Senate list are Worcester Grange petition to curb dairy deception, Boston water board seek authority to lay pipes to Long and Moon Islands, and Holyoke Water Power Company plans to raise capital to 1.2 million. Orders include timely notice for personal injury actions and anti oleomargarine practices. a constitutional amendment proposal, postponed one week on remonstrants’ request. state vs Western Union tax interest dispute heads to Washington. Boston Chess Club incorporation announced. West End Railway invites inspection of new electric cars. militia roster changes noted with several promotions, resignations, and appointments.

Senate Worcester Grange Boston Water Board Long and Moon Islands Sudbury River Cochituate Lake Holyoke

Rights and Wrongs of Animals Lecture by Edmund Noble

Edmund Noble, author of The Russian Revolt, will lecture at the Church of the Unity West Newton street on Sunday Jan 27 at 7:30 p.m. A Boston inquiry letter explains the talk will cover animal rights in relation to human interests, comparative psychology, myths and world religions. Attendees include Minot J Savage and several Boston figures.

Edmund Noble Atlantic Monthly Church of the Unity West Newton Street Boston Minot J

Word for Animals in the Interest of Men lecture set

In Boston on Sunday January 27 a paper titled A Word for Animals in the Interest of Men will be read. Rev M J Savage will preside at the vestry of his church on West Newton street and EpmMunp Nos. signs the invitation.

Boston M. J. Savage West Newton Street

Novel Lodging House Swindle Travels West End

A man about 25 in dark clothes visits West End lodging houses asking to rent rooms. He claims he lacks funds to retrieve his baggage from the depot and asks lodging house keepers to loan him $5 on a ring he says is valuable. The ring is likely worth little and several keepers fell for the ruse.

West End

Venetian carved furniture exhibited at Paine's Canal Street

Crowds gather daily at Paine's Furniture on Canal Street to view an extraordinary display of carved Venetian furniture imported directly from Venice. Mr. Paine selected pieces last summer from the Testulini Guggenheim and Gelsomini collections, including cabinets hall stands coffers teweets and chairs.

PAIN#’s Furniture Company Canal Street Venice Paine Testulini Guggenheim Gelsomini

Everett Fire Chief Joseph Swan Celebrates Fifty Years of Service

Everett and state fire officials gathered in Everett Hall to honor Chief engineer Joseph Swan on his fiftieth year as a fireman. A banquet for 350 followed a reception with remarks by Swan, ex Chief John S. Damrell of Boston, and visiting chiefs from Cambridge Somerville Marblehead Natick Provincetown Peabody Wakefield.

Everett Fire Department Everett Hall Joseph Swan de Masheen Chief Swan Perous John 8. Damrell Boston Columbus Carey Carey Cambridge Hopkins Somerville Atkins Marblehead Morse Natick Hilliard Provincetown Lord Peabody Dalrymple Wakefield

Notes from Winthrop and local historic finds

Professor Hamlin Garland lectured on Henry George's single tax ideas at Winthrop Town Hall last evening. A trial of the Stevens electric fire alarm system was demonstrated yesterday afternoon in Winthrop. Mr. A. W. Fullerton of Main street Winthrop owns a shoe and a 1640 dated picture found in the walls of Portland's first courthouse, the only remaining building after the town was burned. The building was torn down in 1869 by Fullerton and William Carson. The Natural History Society of Portland holds the vane that was on the old courthouse.

Winthrop Hamlin Garland Henry George Stevens A. W. Fullerton Main Street First Court House Portland Fullerton Willian Carson The Natural History Society of Portland Old Court Ouse

Third grand military ball in Newton by City Band

The Newton City Band held its third grand military ball and banquet tonight with Brown's Orchestra of Waltham providing the music. About seventy five couples took part in the grand march and officials along with Claflin Guards attended. The banquet followed after fourteen numbers. Committee chairs included Floor director Charles H. Stewart and aides Lewis T. Watson J. E. McGonigle H. E. Cooke J. W. Cooke J. P. Kelly B.C. Butler J. Foster E. A. Mansfield J. A. Hearn J. B. Daniels J. F. Daniels H. Bowser J. Dernan.

Newton Charles H. Stewart Lewis T. Watson J. E. McGonigle H. E. Cooke J. W. Cooke J. P. Kelly B.C. Butler J. Foster E. A. Mansfield J. A. Hearn J. B. Daniels J. F. Daniels H. Bowser J. Dernan

Webster Birthday Commemorated by Cambridge Students

Pupils of Webster grammar school in Cambridge marked Daniel Webster's birthday with a life sketch by twenty students, readings from his speeches, anecdotes highlighting his character, and class singing.

Webser Daniel Webster Webster Grammar School Cambridge

Kirnness at Cambridgeport by Pette’s dancing pupils

A kirnness was held in Union Hall Cambridgeport last evening. Pupils of Mrs H S Pette's dancing school performed exhibitions of national dances in costumes representing America England Scotland Ireland France Sweden Spain and Poland. A large audience attended.

Union Hall Cambridgeport H.S. Pette America England Scotland Ireland France Sweden Spain Poland

Labor Trouble Continues at D Lefavour Sons

Beverly reports no change in labor trouble at D Lefavour Sons as one more non union worker was hired this afternoon bringing total to eight. Other departments run smoothly while a five member advisory board from the Lasters Union and Manufacturers Association will meet Saturday to decide action amid claims the agreement has been violated.

Brveerly D. Lefavour & Sons Laster Lasters’ Union and Manufacturers’ Association Lasters Manufacturers’ Association

No License Drive Opens at Revere Meeting

The Committee of One Hundred met at the Conference building Crescent Beach last evening for its first active no license session in Revere. Five new members were accepted and speeches launched the campaign against the liquor interest.

Crescent Beach Revere

Sunday Notices From Arlington Churches List Events

A crowded Sunday schedule lists sermons, lectures, and services across Arlington area churches. Notable events include Rev. Brooke Her ford preaching at 10:30 a.m., the Hebrews in Egypt lecture by Rev. Lysander Dickerman at Union Hall, and Bible classes and choir offerings at several venues including the Y M C A Building and Baptist Tabernacle Bowdoin square.

Cambridge Petition To Remove Boston & Albany Track Sparks Chamber Meet

A Cambridge city petition to end the Boston and Albany branch track freight flow to East Boston prompted a noon Chamber of Commerce meeting. Henry Skelton opposed removal and the committee on transportation was ordered to protest before the Massachusetts Legislature railroads committee on January 29, with the president seeking cooperation from the Boston Executive Business Association.

Chamber of Commerce Cambridge Boston & Albany Henry Skelton C. H. North & Co Boston Skelton Committee On Transportation Committee On Railroads Massachusetts Camridge Boston & Albany Railroad Company Boston Executive Business Association

City Notes on Parades Lectures and Meetings

A Boston special meeting of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company discusses a voluntary parade and New York trip for Washington centennial. Telegraphs report embezzler Harry G Stickney to arrive with Inspectors Watts and Houghton. The Carthaginian brings sixteen Clydesdales for Calbraith Bros. of Janesville Wisconsin. Drivers are directed around the Booth Barrett engagement via Tremont and West streets. Several lectures and services are announced at Young Men's Christian Union, Harvard, Bromfield Street Church, and Clarendon Street Baptist Church with related evangelistic events and a Wednesday concert for Y M C U members and guests.

Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company Faneuil Hall New York Washington Eldredge Watts and Houghton Harry G. Stickney Carthaginian Glasgow Calbraith Bros Janesville Wis Booth Barrett Boston Theatre Mason Street Tremont Street West Street Frederick A. Ober Boston Young Men’s Christian Union Spain Charles Carroll Everett Harvard University Channing Hall Joseph Cook Bromfield Street Church A. J. Gordon England America Evangelistic Association of New England Clarendon Street Baptist Church

Guests at Hotels Harbor Notables Before Ocean Voyage

Prominent visitors gather at Boston hotels including Pickwick Club and Young’s for send off events for S. N. Dyer Jr. and other arrivals. Guests include J. E. M. Stoughton, Lewis, Baker, Pullman, and many executives, with social clubs and dinners at the Thorndike and Parker House noted.

Fire Department Changes Sign Pension for Captain Bickford

Fire commissioners retire Captain D C Bickford of Engine 24 and Mayor Hart signs his pension papers. He will receive 600 dollars annually for life. Permanent substitutes are assigned to engines ladders and chemical units, with several transfers between engines noted.

D.C. Bickford Hart John B. Byrne R. A. Bradley Timothy Leahy Thomas J. Fitzgerald John E. Madison William R. Smith Daniel J. Buckley C. Larent C. J. Hearn C. W. Stevens R. J. Carleton

Christian Alliance Meeting At Baptist Tabernacle

The Christian Alliance meeting at the Baptist Tabernacle drew strong turnout with three hour services. Organizers announced daily meetings next week at 3 PM, except Saturday.

Christian Alliance The Baptist Tabernacle

Sensible Women Use Pyle's Pearline for Cleaning

A brisk advertisement claims Pearline cleanses purifies and disinfects, urging households to follow sensible women who already use the product. It emphasizes sanitation and domestic efficiency with a confident exhortation.

Courts Hear New Trial Motion in Bates & Walley Case

In CoxJ Sarah A Preble v Bates et al the jury verdict for plaintiff on conversion of stocks and bonds stands. Defendants seek a new trial citing newly discovered evidence about bonds marked with the owner’s name. A hearing date set for Monday the 28th with counsel listed for both sides. Standard Folding Bed Company v Keeler et al involves an injunction over alleged patent infringement and license rights in Massachusetts.

United States District Court Coxtt J. Sarah A. Preble H. M. Bates Bates & Walley Edward Preble Chicago Sarah A. Preble Edward Richardson B. F. Butler C. L. Southard Samuel Hoar Standard Folding Bed Company C. P

Libel in collision case between Hattie Baker and Lancaster

Libellant J William B Parker, master of schooner Hattie Baker, sues steamer Lancaster for about 850 dollars after collision off Block Island on June 22 1887. He claims Lancaster negligent. cross-claim by steamer says schooner breached fog horn duty in foggy weather. Hearing resumed and finished.

United States District Court Fred Dodge R. M. Morse, Jr W. M. Richardson

Sawyer vs Phillips case session at Supreme Judicial Court

The January session of the Supreme Judicial Court for the Commonwealth finished the Asahel W. Sawyer versus Elijah B. Phillips case. Prescott Keyes and J. R. Smith represented the plaintiffs while W. G. Russell and George A. Torrey appeared for the defendants.

Supreme Judicial Court Commonwealth Morton C.J Frerp C. Allen Holmers Knowaroy Asahel W. Sawyer Elijah B. Phillips Prescott Keyes J. R. Smith W. G. Russell George A. Torrey

Superior Court First Session Case List and Negligence Claims

Proceedings detail the January to fifth session with multiple cases. Names include Briop Gert J Walsh administrator and Consolidated Railway Company. Accidents noted on Summer Street Lincoln Sept 15 with estate of John Rani claiming death Oct 3 1887.

Briop Gert Richard W. Walsh Consolidated Railway Company John Rani Summer Street Lincoln J Gargan I. W. Proctor M. F. Dickinson McDonnell Truim White Boston Bull Shaw Lawrence Handy Tracy Mfg. Co Richmond Rats Thompson Moore Ketsky Higgins Cottrell Hullson Wlunkett Schuler McCaffrey Jen Finelis Reynolds Mnnus Littlefield wAlb Adams Gastine Sherman William Ham Woodbury A. Ham Friend Street H. N. Shepard L. W. Howes Samuel Galpin George A. Carter J. Elder W. E. Wait H. Kingman Michael Foley Pettee Machine Works Newton Upper Falls J.A. Maxwell John McIntire James H. Roberts Merrimac Street J. A. Maxwell A. Hemenway Compton

Uncontested Divorce Hearings Resume Tuesday

Hearings in uncontested divorce cases will be resumed on Tuesday as part of the ongoing un contested list No. 309.

Court records reveal January criminal and civil dockets

Superior Court and Middlesex County entries list multiple larceny sentences and ongoing cases. Murphy receives eighteen months for larceny from the person at the house of correction, while Smith gets a five year term in State Prison. The Middlesex docket shows numerous case numbers and parties in civil actions awaiting jury deliberations or in order, with many names and venues referenced.

Superior Criminal Court Dunbar J. William Murphy House of Correction James Smith State Prison

Beukhart Sues for 20000 Damages Against Rail Line

Superior Court of Norfolk County hears Peter Beukhart's action against New York & New England Railroad for injuries alleged when disembarking at Ashcroft station on February 19, 1888. Plaintiff seeks 20000. Trial schedule: first three days reserved for next week. uncontested divorces to be heard afterward. jury waived, motions for new trial and exceptions to follow.

Superior Court Norfolk County Auprrich Peter Beukhart New York & New England Railroad Company Ashcroft Station J. E. Cotter Bolles R. M. Saltonstall

Fraud and contract cases heard in Essex Superior Court

Essex County January 18 session includes Miller et al vs Williams alleging goods bought in New York were not paid for and funds misused to take debtor oath. Havey vs Paige claims $2599 for clams sold. multiple docket entries list cases against city agencies and corporations.

Miller

Welch case on embezzlement continued to Jan twenty fifth

In municipal court Jan 18 Judge Parmenter and Judge Harpy held Edward J. Welch on charges of embezzling $200 from Anthony Munningham and an additional $600. Welch is held on $1000 bail to appear Jan 25 for the latest complaint. Charles R. Bugbee was held on $300 for a Jan 23 hearing on stealing $87 worth of plated ware.

Parmenter C.J Harpy Edward J. Welch Anthony Munningham Tremont Row Welch Charles R. Bugbee Everett Burden Franklin Street

Webster Historical Society elects new officers

At the annual meeting held in Room 74 at the Equitable Building Webster Historical Society named Stephen M. Allen president replacing Joshua L. Chamberlain, Nathaniel P. Banks as vice president replacing John Wentworth, Thomas W. Cummings on the executive committee replacing Nathaniel W. Ladd and W A Mowry, H P Talmadge recording clerk and finance committee member replacing Nathaniel W. Bradlee. Adjournment was set to the second Monday in May.

Webster Historical Society Equitable Building Stephen M. Allen Joshua L. Chamberlain Maine Nathaniel P. Banks John Wentworth Illinois Thomas W. Cummings Nathaniel W. Ladd W. A. Mowry H. P. Talmadge Finance Committee Nathaniel W. Bradlee

Massachusetts Judge Visits Indianapolis Politically Quiet

A Berkshire official from Pittsfield, Judge J. M. Barker of the Massachusetts Supreme Court and Berkshire Life Insurance officer, met General Harrison in Indianapolis. Barker called as a personal visitor, distancing from politics, while Massachusetts politicians hold back on backing Blaine for the Cabinet.

Indianapolis Massachusetts William Henderson Harrison J. M. Barker Pittsfield Massachusetts Supreme Court Barker Berkshire Life Insurance Company Judge Barker Chicago

State Bank of McPherson Offers Open-Call Investments

The State Bank of McPherson Kansas led by president H C Wilson of 36 Bromfield Street advertises unusual inducements for investors wanting interest on deposits with funds available on call. Chartered with 50000 dollars paid up capital it accepts deposits and pays a liberal interest rate from deposit to withdrawal.

State Bank of McPherson Kan H. C. Wilson Bromfield Street

Boston Lawyer Encounters Alleged Adams Check Fraud Tale

An elderly Black man claimed Rufus Jackson carried a $3,000,000 check from Charles Francis Adams, allegedly from Putnam to Boston. He sought legal help to cash it, taunting lawyer William E. MacDonald who warned it was worthless as Adams explained and urged shredding the bogus instrument.

William E. MacDonald Washington Street Putnam, Conn Athen New York & New England Boston Charles Francis Adams Putnam Connecticut Eton Adams MacDonald

Boston YMCA marks 38th anniversary celebration

The Boston Young Men's Christian Association hosts its 38th anniversary on Monday at Association Hall corner Boylston and Berkeley with a 7 p.m. reception and a 7 45 p.m. program featuring General Francis Walker and Rev. Phillips Brooks along with a gymnastic exhibition and music by the Cadet Band. A later social song session is planned for 8 30 p.m. and George Avery will address the youth gathering tomorrow at 4 o'clock.

Christian Association Boston Young Men’s Christian Association Boylston Berkeley Streets Association Hall Joseph Stewart Francis Walker Phillips Brooks Presiden Woodworth George Avery Massachusetts Young Men's Christian Association

Officer seeks missing Joseph Haynes in Cambridge street case

William Griffith of 97 Cambridge Street gave Joseph Haynes 26 to pay bills yesterday. Haynes failed to pay and has not returned to explain the situation.

William Griffith Cambridge Street Joseph Haynes Haynes

Defamation Resolution Introduced in Illinois House

In Springfield on January 18 the Illinois House debated a resolution accusing Senator Gibbs of Georgia of defaming Abraham Lincoln. The measure was deemed beneath the dignity of the body and referred to the rules, then laid over.

Lincoln Springfield Ill Gibbs Georgia Abraham Lincoln

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