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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1890
Page
8
Reports from Boston to New York detail extreme Atlantic gales, delaying shipments and stranding many steamers. The National Liner Yukon, Scythia, Ocean, and others face overdue arrivals, with ships forced to battle colossal seas and jettison cargo while crews endure severe conditions.
Major Macrae, a passenger aboard the Gallia from New York, recounts a violent sea procession after leaving port. He describes a succession of heavy seas culminating Friday night at 5 80. A huge wave struck Saturday morning, sweeping the deck and crushing the saloon.
Tian Fax N S January 22 Hamburg American steamer Rhaeta from Hamburg and Havre to New York carried 25 cabin 2265 steerage passengers and 2000 tons cargo. A sequence of fearful gales and hurricane seas from January 14 to 18 battered the ship until oil bags hung over the bows for twelve hours to weather the storm. Similar fate befell the steamer Egypt from London to New York with ceaseless hurricane winds and deck damage. The Grasbevok from Antwerp to this port entered safely after a rough voyage amid anxious weather conditions.
The Puritan canoe club held its second birthday banquet at the Thorndike with Commodore Francis J. Baxter presiding. Paddler MacDonald spoke on retrograde tendencies of Canning while lantern slides showcased local and international canoeing events. Guests included David B. Goddard of the Vesper Club Lowell and members from the Red Dragon Canoe Club Philadelphia.
A unique wedding took place last evening on the quarter deck of the receiving ship Wabash at the Charles Town Navy Yard. Miss Fannie Bayard Carpenter, daughter of Captain C. C. Carpenter, wed Mgr. J. H. Shipley, Ensign of the Michigan, with Rev. Larry Ki Hevey performing the ceremony. The event featured elaborate decorations, a canopy of US tags, and a royal display of flowers. Guests included Reginald C. Carpenter and Catherine Stevenson as pages, while supper served on the starboard side fed about 200 guests. The ceremony concluded with congratulations and a display of gifts in the cabin.
The Bunker Hill Yacht Club met at the Charlestown clubhouse last night electing Edward Misain as Commodore GC WY. broman as Vice Commodore J. W. Harvie as fleet captain G. bk. Caderniil Jr. as secretary and treasurer WV nek cen Oo A. Wiles Wl. Stidi as trustees and appointing H. L. rason measurer and W. A. Volman steward. The council and by laws were revised. George IT. de Willcox is now a member. Current membership stands at fifty eight. Treasurer reported a balance of 255 99. A collation followed.
In Boston at Hubbord Palace last evening, Pied. Eames defeated Mink rank Ives 400 to 200 in a high quality balk line exhibition. Ives played magnificently, nearly winning with a 102 run but faced odds against his opponent. Ives, noted for a 296 eight inch balk line run, and a long record, is recognized as a top billiard player.
Ge W. Simmons advertises a sale of garments at Oak Dell, 44 North Street, promising tempting prices. The notice invites anyone needing clothing to act quickly to secure affordable articles before stock runs out.
In the General Court the Deputy Tax Commissioner’s report was presented as an important hearing on appeals from assessors of taxes. An appeal to the courts was desired. The House held a half hour session, adopted several orders, referred petitions, passed a solitary bill to be engrossed, and, after hearings and accepting several reports, voted with great unanimity to adjourn until today.
A dispatch lists numerous proposed laws debated in the House including indexing vital records from 1842 to 1882, adjusting partridge season dates, allowing city land purchases for sewage projects, banning child labor in factories under thirteen, licensure reforms for alcohol sales, and extending poll assessment periods. Also noted are petitions for state aid and charter amendments from the French Protestant College of Lowell, the French Protestant College of Springfield, the United States Hotel Company, and M. W. Burlen of Boston, with action pending on justice of the peace acts.
Bills reported include renaming the Dorchester Yacht Club to the Massachusetts Yacht Club and authorizing Avon to issue a $25,000 water loan. Also appropriations for certain educational expenses. in favor of John Cowan. No legislation needed on a Secretary of the Commonwealth communication about Lanes for steamers on frequented routes and bulletin distribution.
The governor transmits the annual report of the topographical survey of the Commonwealth. By 1889, town boundary surveys cost 26028.84 dollars, boundaries of 94 towns determined, annexed area 2030 miles, 690 town corners. Need 80000 more to finish. Appropriation 3000 recommended for atlas proofs. Marblehead Building Association incorporation bill. Authority to buy six acres in Marblehead for building. Boston Aldermen may pay widow of Jotham F. Munroe remaining salary to 1889. Clinton may issue 350000 water loan. Arms Academy of Shelburne seeks estate up to 320000. Alice R. Cooke seeks compensation for five insane paupers. 25000 request for Soldiers' Home care.
The annual report shows general list assessments at 2,850,13080 and total corporate taxes paid 2,824.44S with 78,071 73 unpaid. It details unpaid amounts by year, states capital stock value at 406 million, and notes real estate and machinery increases. Massachusetts records show 2867 corporations addressed, 33 dissolved, 4 sold or consolidated, 9 expired, 253 new, total 2821. capital increase 45,442, a85, capital reduction 4,125,950. net increase 41,016,585.
A tax committee held a hearing in Statie Room 15 at the Statehouse on petitions by Samuel C. Cobb C. W. Osborn and others to authorize appeals from county assessors to the Superior Court or higher authority. About twenty attended. Nathan Matthews Jr spoke of land taxed thrice its value in Chelsea. Augustus Lowell urged relief for Lowell manufacturing interests facing hefty taxes and possible further rebates. Proponents argued for accessible appellate avenues to curb county commissioners powers without overburdening courts or using juries.
A Boston discussion on property tax appeals centers on creating a higher court of appeal beyond county commissioners. Speakers from Cambridge Lowell and Boston say assessors are biased and corrupt, with political influence shaping valuations. They urge an independent judiciary or public judge to review assessments while noting limited current use of street commissioners and the need for a clearly impartial tribunal.
Dr Lorimer writes from Chicago declining the Warren Avenue Baptist Church pastorate invitation. He says the magnitude of his current Chicago work makes it his imperative duty to remain there. The Warren Avenue committee will begin a new pastor search.
A representative of the Irish National Colonist interviewed Hon. P. A. Collins on Ireland’s industrial push. Collins argued for diverse industries, marketing to Irish markets abroad, and aggressive advertising. He urged Irish merchants and boot and shoe makers in America to fund and build factories in Ireland, noting potential profits and higher wages for workers.
New York experience with buried wires sparks debate as Suburban Light & Power defends underground circuits in the business district. Explosions in subway areas raise fire and safety fears, with underwriters in Boston opposing buried wiring. A Newburg NY incident linked to a Westinghouse AC wire illustrates deadly risk amid rain and contact with a swing sign iron. Officials weigh citywide impact versus downtown relief.
That reliable clothing house Ma callar Parker and Co offers bargains across winter lines. Parents with small boys are urged to seize the opportunity for extra value at very low prices. Special bargains are also offered in waterproofs for ladies and gentlemen.
United States Circuit Court hears appeal from District Court decree in favor of schooner owner libellant whose vessel Dail collided with Reading steamship owned by Philadelphia & Reading Railroad Co. The incident happened in Vineyard Sound near Tarpaulin Cove around midnight December 17, 1857. Attorneys William M. Richardson for appellant and Charles T. Russell Jr for appellee.
United States District Court case outlines a collision at sea near port between the Sapphire yacht owned by Nelson and the Gladiator. The Sapphire alleges negligence by the Gladiator causing damage of $5,000 and seeks a decree. The Gladiator argues the Sapphire caused the wreck. legal counsel for both sides are listed.
The docket lists multiple cases before the Supreme Judicial Court including Kendall v Gleason and Wood v Bullard, with assorted attorneys noted. Superior Court first session adjourned lists tort actions, promissory notes, and a railroad property damage case, with defendants and counsel named and dates showing January sittings and unfinished matters.
The East Boston Gas Company held its annual meeting in Central square with President Stephen H. Whidden presiding. Five directors were elected: Stephen H. Whidden, Thomas J. Whidden, eo ium T. Sturtevant, John Thompson, George L. Thorndike, Frederick Pease the treasurer, resigned. The board later met but no details were published.
Hon. John D. Long acknowledges receipts totaling 187 dollars for relief of widows and orphans of men murdered at Barnwell Court House Washington. Mrs L Edwin Dudley reports sending clothing and urges others to notify her to consolidate shipments. Seven widows and twenty five children are affected. Mrs Brayton of Columbia appeals to raise 2600 dollars to buy land and build cabins for homes. Contributions may be sent to Governor Leg.
Superior Court in Middlesex presided by Thompson dates January 22 renders verdict for Hattie D. M. Clark against Town of Wakefield for injuries from a sidewalk out of repair. Jury awards $1000 with Charles Bartlett and Chester W. Clark for plaintiff. Hamilton for defendant. Also John D. Leahy vs John J. Coffey et al action of tort for 35000 pending.
A Boston premises case alleges defendants seized assaulted and expelled a man from 144 Leverett Street while intoxication liquor sale business operated there. Plaintiff claims severe injuries from being thrown onto the sidewalk. defendants say plaintiff caused a disturbance and refused to leave. Court notes Norfolk County Superior Civil Sitting Dedham 22.
In Salem on January 22 the Woodbury versus Inhabitants of Beverly case, number 4598, seeks damages for a stand trot involving surface water and road grade raising. The town denies the claims. lawyers Moutton for plaintiff and de fence for defense appear, with others listed in case fragments.
In Superior Criminal Court on January 22 three liquor cases were heard. Two defendants were acquitted while the third resulted in a hung jury. Listed are case numbers and defendants including Slate Whiteanna DPolans Walsh Graham McCormack Keefe Lynel Jordan Gray Hog Lorraine Depulperts Connor Owens Verry Keextan Keony Williams and others.
The fragment lists first session presiding judge C J Panrwener and second session judge J Karpy followed by several case identifiers such as Demisey v Stowe and Broyan v Flynn. It appears as a partial court docket entry with multiple case numbers and names.
Mr H Butterworth of Youth's Companion lectures this evening on The Great Northwest at the Mt Bowdoin reading room. The event is followed by other city notices including a Thanksgiving Day ball for clerks, sewer contract awards, church installation, and lectures at Boston venues.
The investment offered by A Kean & Co bankers of Chicago and New York comprises $175,000 worth of Kurt Worth refunding bonds at 6 percent. The issue is presented as a sound and profitable option for investors seeking stable returns.
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