20 Jan 1896
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1896
Page
1
Waitt and Bond Blackstones reported sales of over twelve million dollars last year, a peak not fallen below during dull periods including 1895. The firm notes the increase compares with several millions more in good times, underscoring sustained demand for Blackstones cigars.
In Washington on January 19 Lord Salisbury said the British flying squadron will not be used as a menace to the United States. Secretary Olney had sent a vigorous despatch after a conference with the President. England is willing to make concessions to ease ill feeling over the Venezuelan question while considering the implications for first class battleship Royal Oak.
Madrid reports Spain appoints General Weyler to replace General Campos in Cuba with Suarez Valdez as second in command. Campos to sail from Barcelona for Havana on January 2. The move sparks anxiety among loyalists who fear weakness abroad and unrest in Havana.
Report says England has no plan to dispatch a fleet to any location that could threaten the United States. The Venezuelan question is viewed as of minor importance by the English government, per authoritative sources relayed to the State authorities.
Forecast for Monday calls for Maine New Hampshire and Vermont to grow cloudier with easterly winds. Massachusetts Rhode Island and Connecticut may stay cloudy with a threat of light snow and east winds.
The article notes possible German pressure over the Transvaal and Salisbury's caution on concessions to Europe, while U S Navy talks include recalling ships to America. The North American squadron under Rear Admiral Bunce gathers at Hampton Roads awaiting practice evolutions, with Indiana and Texas nearby for repairs.
The Queen, at her Isle of Wight residence, will review the new flying squadron on Tuesday. The vessels will sail at sea the following day.
The flying squadron is expected to leave Spithead for Berehaven on Tuesday and then likely head to Gibraltar for orders. The Army and Navy Gazette says it will not sail to the Cape of Good Hope the Far East or as a global reinforcement to other squadrons. Some wonder what the ultimate destination will be.
The text describes fear that Campos’s removal weakens the government case while Autonomists in Cuba rally behind Campos. It notes Spanish leaders Polavieja and Weyler as feared successors, recalls the ten year war, and records Campos’s private response blaming the change and urging sustained authority even as he resigns. It quotes Senor Galvez affirming the Autonomist party’s stance.
Consul General Williams visits Buffalo on August 1 1881 to advance a pending case and safeguard diplomatic interests as officials review pertinent documents and local inquiries.
Washington officials view Campos removal as Spain admitting failure to control Cuba. The U S administration believes recognition of the patriots is not imminent. Senate sentiment favors the patriots, but Speaker Reed blocks House action and dictates procedural outcomes.
General Calisto Garcia, who led Cuban rebels in the 1868 78 war, is in Washington meeting Cuban delegates Palma and Quesada about measures to be inaugurated in New York to boost the patriots policy. It is unclear whether Garcia will take up active military role again.
A Madrid despatch says the government will provide General Weyler with twenty infantry battalions twenty five cavalry squadrons and several mountain batteries Fresh reinforcements are to reach Cuba in February and funding will be supplied to push operations before the rains begin in May
Patrolman Ross discovers a blaze at 450 452 Hanover Street in a four story brick building from a defective flue on the second floor. Fire damages the structure and threatens lives of about 30 residents, mainly Portuguese and French families.
The Hon John B Alley of Snow Alley litigation fame died at his son Johns residence on Prince street in West Newton aged 79 after years of poor health. Born in Lynn on January 7 1817 he built a fortune in shoes leather and railroad ventures and served in Congress for four terms including as chairman of the post office and post roads committee. He retired in 1886 and later toured Europe leaving a legacy tied to the Snow Alley cases and vast railroad and land holdings.
Malden January 19 Chief Gowan and crew hurried their apparatus from a 6 50 p m basement fire at the Central engine house. A kerosene barrel and sperm oil can sparked smoke and minor damage but losses stay under 100 dollars. Firefighters quickly contained the blaze with aid from the Ashland street chemical engine.
A Harlem branch passenger train on the New Haven railway collided with a freight car near War Nest station. Fireman Charles Gilbert was killed when the engine derailed and crushed him. Only two passengers were aboard. they were uninjured. The engineer suffered minor injuries. Carelessness left freight cars too near the switch, with a projecting corner over the main track.
Rome January 1 large crowd gathers at the Vatican to witness beatification ceremonies for theologian Da Corte.
John Fitschmidt was arrested today by local detectives and is held in connection with horse thefts reported at several locations.
An Indianapolis special reports H M Bullock claims new evidence may exonerate H H Holmes. He traces Holmes through Chicago New York Philadelphia and other cities and alleges post office hotel and ticket records show Holmes was not present at the murders.
Mayor Quincy delays naming a superintendent of streets as Cutter faces opposition. Ed ward Flynn eyed for water commissioner with a personal friendship weight. McNary’s role discussed with McEttrick likely pursuing Congress. estimates pending Alder men.
A major south Chicago conflagration destroyed two large apartment houses owned by Lincoln Brooks, totaling about 300000 in loss. One building stood empty while the other housed over thirty tenants. several were injured but no deaths reported amid scattered rumors of fatalities.
A Panama Canal labor strike continues with Bogota dispatches reporting martial law in Barranquilla Province Bolivar. Six hundred troops move from the coast along the Magdalena River toward Barranquilla as the governor is granted military authority and police are doubled.
A classic model of a library bookcase is described with six shelves offering 240 volume capacity when the top is counted. It features a quaint looking top, tall side columns, a inside hanging curtain, concealed rod and rings, and a flush curtain line. Oak or Mahogany finishes are available to match woodwork.
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