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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1885
Page
1
Editorials critique Punch and discuss The Fourth in Dixie. Mentions Minister Keiley and debates over partisan positions. Includes general notices on commerce, local farm items, meteorology, hotel arrivals, ship news, and obituaries.
The Springfield Hi prohibition convention nominated Rev. A K Leonard for governor. John Johns of Baltimore challenged Maj. John L Yellott to a duel over statements tied to a will case, with Yellott denying lawbreaking and calling Johns bluff. Reports from Kentucky note Gov Knott and adjutant general influencing county officials. A sunrise pistol duel near New Orleans left Wittington wounded and Labrettonne injured but not seriously. Other items include a Rochester poisoning conspiracy victim, Libby alive after disappearance, English burglars in Montreal, a Cleveland fire toll, and a Pittsburgh high profile trial for highway robbery with Buck accused of orchestrating the crime.
A Vermont mother of 27 children, mills idle in Maine, a new Independent weekly in Burlington, a telegraph link between Wolfeboro and Alton Bay, and a Dover machine shop fund established with 14 000 subscribed of 25 000. Cranberry farming expansion planned in North Hollis. a New Durham man dies from wagon injuries. Mackerel shipments in Portland hit a low for June. Augusta declares 24 ½ percent dividend. York mill at Saco plans shutdown for a week. Abington tuck workers strike. Springfield Maine prepares Glorious Fourth after debt clearance. Census shows South Abington 3 500 residents. West Rindge hosts spiritualist camp with 17 mediums. Fall River weavers strike over price cuts. two burglars caught in Hartford after looting a Meridian house. Boyden normal school alumni reunion in Bridgewater. Parsons accused of letter theft in Lawrence. A North Auburn girl walks six miles daily to teach. Boston man Wardner jailed for fraud. Boston and Maine group to White Mountains trip. Portland’s Cumberland House guest robbed at 225. Dorrance, embezzler, sentenced to six years. Milford burglars arrested. New Bedford library contract awarded. Springfield burglars captured after eye-burning pepper snag.
In Portland Maine on July 2 detectives arrested Thomas Cooper, a neighbor of Henry Weinburg, for poisoning several Jersey cows with potatoes treated with paris green after a quarrel. Paris green and potato halves were found in Cooper's barn, and he was bound over to trial in $1000.
Weirs July 2 The secondary of the New England musical festival drew several hundred music lovers. The day featured chorus rehearsals with over 150 voices, double last year, led by Carl Zerrahn of Boston. Tomorrow promises the big day with Blaisdell's Orchestra of Concord and Martha Dana Shepard on piano, featuring two grand concerts.
Civil service clash over Caldwell Democrat Owen Kellar appointed after being rejected for political reasons. Treasury Secretary Manning asserts compliance with the law. Keiley to Austria to continue as minister despite opposition. Kasson precedent cited. Postmaster suspensions noted. staff reductions in federal buildings amid funding limits. Kansas Democrats expect a Cleveland visit during western national fair. list of new appointments announced.
Secretary Whitney justifies revoking Chandler era decree allowing officers to keep families aboard cruising vessels. He cites enforcement difficulties and varying family circumstances making fair punishment for wives’ breaches impractical. The piece also covers naval accounting reform, clerk appointments, Hay not resigning, anti polygamy policy, and minor post office notes.
The South American commission reports on Chile visit noting Valparaiso’s openness to foreign goods, scarce US imports, and shipping routes via New York. Proposals included renewing the old amity treaty, a reciprocal tariff agreement, a common silver coin, a hemispheric congress for peace, and direct steam lines with subsidies. Chilean President Santa Maria favored some points but rejected others while opposing exclusive privileges for any one nation.
In Philadelphia at the national encampment in Fairmount Park, Capt Curtis of the Indianapolis artillery was held in $600 bail on an assault with intent to kill charge after a chaotic misidentification incident involving militiamen and a woman tossed in a blanket. Capt Chasteau of the Park guard aided police during the ensuing melee.
A brutal crime near Citra Florida left Martha Lewis Gracie Lewis and a baby dead in a house fire. A 10 year old colored girl survived briefly and reported the assailants killed the trio then set the house ablaze. Names of suspects withheld as arrests were not yet made. The community is shocked by the deadly act.
In Cleveland on July 2 the entire rolling mills except the plate mill shut down as more than 1500 workers walked out. By morning a large group forced gates at the mills and workers in brick rod, blooming, and rail mills stopped their machines after initial resistance.
In Mt McGregor on July 2 Dr. Douglas said General Grant felt much better and less troubled by coughing. A pleasant letter from Virginia arrived, and the family expressed brighter spirits. Grant Jr. traveled to New York this afternoon, seen as a sign of improving conditions.
Reeves’s American band delivered admirable concerts at Hotel Nantasket yesterday. New programmes are issued for today with special selections for Independence Day. On the Fourth evening, Messrs Russell & Star 215 entertain guests with a fireworks exhibition. Steamers depart Rowe’s Wharf for the beach hourly, and late trips will run to accommodate visitors. Preparations for the grand illumination are underway.
In Baltimore on July 2 Judge Morris granted $100 each to three colored female passengers who were refused first class sleeping apartments after buying first class tickets. The steamboat company appealed and today Judge Bond in the circuit court heard the case. the general impression is that the lower court decree will be sustained.
A cyclone swept through Santa Rosa Mexico and San Juan del Sabinas causing extensive damage. Col. Pedro Valdez lost thousands as outhouses were blown down. Forty houses in San Juan del Sabinas were leveled and several people injured. Ranches suffered heavy damage, many cattle and sheep were killed. The storm path was about 400 yards wide and lasted four to five minutes.
The Mexican Railway Commissioner files a bill of indictment against the Central railroad for discriminating in freight rates to favor U S goods. The report cites violations of concession articles and calls for fines and full disclosure of unauthorized charges. Communications from Public Works promise investigation.
A July report from New Orleans states that more than one million dollars were coined at the New Orleans mint, but no official record exists. The mint began in 1838 and produced gold and silver coins until the Confederate control through April 26, 1862. The director’s figures through January 31, 1861 show substantial prewar coinage, with later sums minted under Confederates, whose fate remains unclear.
Philadelphia lawyer John D. Fiske resurfaces in White Plains and Brockton with Minnie J. Newman amid renewed elopement rumors. They flee in a close carriage, reportedly after a prior January elopement, while Mrs. Newman contends little about the union. Fiske, once a practicing attorney in Brockton, faces past disbarment and multiple marriages.
A telegram from near Durango reports Ute Indian threats forcing families to move or sleep in sagebrush amid fear of horse burnings and massacres. Citizens lack arms and ammunition, requesting protection from U.S. forces. A second message asks Governor Easton to send 200 rifles and ammunition to Durango.
Refereed by John L. Sullivan and backed by Reston Sports, Hampden county hosts a barn venue bout near Westfield. Kelly, a negro, defeats Cue, a white challenger, in 67 brutal rounds to win $500 and about 150 for his backer Patsey Sheppard. The Hartford group traveled by train, then drove 10 miles to the venue and back.
Judge Brown of the United States district court rules the brig Ambrose Light was lawfully captured by the United States sloop Alliance in Central American waters. The decision states the capture was justified though both sides show belligerency over the incident.
At a late legislature session an act created a Malden public library trust to manage a $150000 gift from Deacon Converse. Citizens packed a rink meeting to oppose a self perpetuating board, urging the city council to reject the charter. Despite protests, a 10 to 1 show of hands supported accepting the charter and directing aldermen to act.
Thursday exhibitions featured exercises in Charlestown and Roxbury high schools and 12 lower grade schools. Graduates: Charlestown 31 Roxbury 30 Hunker Hill 43 Central 36 Dorchester Everett 37 Andrew 28 Bowdoin 26 Harvard 44 Frothingham 33 Stoughton 20 Hillside 23 Tileston 11. The Winthrop school exercise will occur today.
Spanish gold moves steady as sugar holds firm in quiet Havana market. Twelve bandits led by Jimerez are captured after terrorizing residents. A ransom of 6000 dollars was demanded, paid by the victim’s father, in a recent incident.
London July 2. Edith countess of Aylesford failed to prove the legitimacy of her infant son Guy Bertrand in the Lords committee for privileges. The hearing concluded with a decision in favor of Mr. Finch, ending her guardianship claim as next friend.
In Concorno New Hampshire Governor Currier and his wife hosted their first public reception at the Eagle hotel. The parlors were crowded from 9 to 11 with about 00 attendees paying respects. Mrs Currier was assisted by several former officials and social leaders, ushers included, as prominent Manchester citizens arrived by special train. Floral decorations were lavish and the event described as the most brilliant in the state.
The Durroit meet opened with lively crowds as three trotting races took the program. In the 2:28 class the winner was Gilbird with Sprague at the lines. times near 2:23 to 2:19. The 3 for all purse of 800 saw Clemmie G and Phylis Wilson finish strong with times around 2:18. The 2:24 pacing race offered Uncle Nea and other rivals, with swift miles roughly 2:21 to 2:19.
Heavy rain last night and this morning swelled streams in Parsons Kansas. Lafette Creek near town covered the bottom land and forced several residents to relocate.
The West Division street railway company halted service after a violent midday clash on Madison street. Mayor Harrison pledges police protection only if cars resume operations, while newspapers warn of riots if peace is not kept. Citizens convene protests and legal action looms to force daily service. crowds chase workers as no cars run by 2:30 pm.
In superior criminal court Thursday Rev W F Davis and fellow Salvationists were charged with violating a city ordinance by preaching on the common without permit. The defendants pleaded nolo contendere. Davis's case proceeded with testimony on May 17 and May 24 sermons, while Pickering challenged the lack of hindrance and order. Judge Aldrich reserved decision after district attorney Stevens argued the ordinance is wise and valid.
Boston lawyers packed the morning session of the supreme judicial court on Thursday to argue the petition of the common council and board of aldermen committees seeking to compel George A. Wilson to testify. Attorneys for Wilson argued the committee lacks judicial power and warned of possible civil or criminal action against him. The opposing side contended constitutional rights would not be violated. Judge Allen said he would decide promptly after questioning procedures.
The Melrose Athletic club outlines sunrise noon and sunset bell salutes by battery C and a 1:30 P. M field sports program at the high school grounds including 100 and 220 yard dashes, races, hops, jumps, tug of war and a canoe, boat, swimming and tube water race on Eel pond. The parade route runs Emerson to Bellevere Ave Porter Main Short Green Avon Elm Howard Green Franklin Vinton Foster Cottage Wyoming Lynn Lebanon Uptham Essex Myrtle Emerson to the depot.
Wee Blanche Willis Howard visits Wiscasset while Secor Robeson plans Fourth at Rye Beach. Rev. F E Davison of Biddeford named Maine Free Baptists state missionary. Mrs Charles Munger dies. George Moerlein returns from world tour. Patrick Malicy of Saratoga called richest bootblack in America. Winthrop daughter to debut in Newport with grand ball. Worcester police court joke on rock and rye. Fred A Shaw takes charge atop Mt Desert hotel. M O Shaw & Son run Bar Harbor. 93-year-old Kemed Smith of Moultonborough has avoided medicine. Butler yacht appearance as political allegory. Mt Desert wallet with $1600 found and returned in Bar Harbor. Milliken of Biddeford wins Congregationalist word-creation prize. Montpelier editor praises John H Thorp despite politics.
At Thursday's meeting the council disposed of new business including a 218000 estimate to extend Shawmut and Hollis streets, a 500 public lands appropriation referred to the public lands committee, a 15000 hospital furnishing appropriation referred to finance, and the five commissioners annual report placed on file. The street department showed expenditures across city proper and districts totaling 1,213,344.92. The water board proposed a high service system and a mayoral commission to decide, with orders to revise charters and fund transfers for salaries, hospital at Deer Island, schools, and sewer construction. A Barney dumping scow purchase was voted down 19 to 12, and the session adjourned with no quorum for reopening the issue. Several arrests and incidents followed, including Techam’s alleged blackmail attempt and multiple burglaries and assaults.
A Philadelphia letter to the Chicago Tribune notes roses and hybrids sell high profits despite perishable stock. With 400 firms trading in flowers locally and several firms earning over a million annually, Philadelphia has become a major source for western demand, shipping thousands of dollars of roses to Chicago each season.
A Cincinnati scene shows a middle aged handsome man on Fourth and Vine with a cold, mocked by a flirt accusation from a bearded “dude” and two girls nearby. The exchange ends with the man defended as not flirting and the dude retreating amid laughter.
A Chicago Herald London letter describes entering Marlborough House by mistake and witnessing the Duke of Cambridge signaling affection to a woman at a distant window while dressed in informal attire. The scene unfolds with the duke unaware of the intruder.
At the coroner’s inquest for fire victims in the Japanese village a method of oath was debated. A witness described cutting a finger and wiping blood on paper, but the coroner feared it could enable assault. The Japanese man proposed dipping a finger in ink, which was used. Stavro Linzo testified via interpreter Tommy Ritchie and said he knew nothing about the fire.
A ferocious man named Samuel Melvin from Kentucky attacked a street scene in Greensburgh Street, holding at bay farm wagons with a bowie knife and threatening to kill anyone attempting to pass. Local residents report great excitement as authorities responded to subdue the suspect.
Indianapolis July 2 A telegram from Judge Gresham recommends Gen John Mc Nulta of Bloomington Illinois for the receiver position of the Cincinnati Toledo and St Louis railway succeeding W J Craig. The appointment is to be formalized tomorrow.
The steamer Saxon arrived on Thursday with a list of passengers from Philadelphia including Jas D Winsor W H Tilden J M Ritten A W Goodell and Miss Goodell Mrs H S Twiner and child Chas M Smith Chas Freedman Miss M K MecGettigan Jas Fling Geo E Fling Jas T McAnulty A C McComas Geo F Pooley Manners Kane Thos Glivay
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