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03 Jul 1886
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1886
Page
1
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Yale wins the university boat race at New London with a final time of 20 41 4. The report also notes nominations, legislative moves, a Niagara of stock market updates, and ongoing public notices from the city and nation.
July 2 Wakefield reports the Portland Express struck a carriage carrying John Measures of Stockton, his sister-in-law, and her two daughters. All four died. The man and one child died within minutes. Bodies lay beside the track until medical examiner arrived. The horse was racing the train. Measures could not stop it.
Bound for Boston the English cutter Galatea has sailed from London on July 2. The voyage marks a swift departure as authorities note the ship’s readiness for the Atlantic crossing.
Fire found yesterday morning in the engine house at the Knickerbocker colliery foot of the main slope near Shenandoah. Flames spread to coal as crews fought to extinguish the blaze. The steamer Lamprey from Lake Village N Jr bound for Boston & Maine was destroyed by fire yesterday and its wheel broken after striking a rock. Survivors of Company K, Seventeenth Massachusetts Volunteers, largely Malden men, plan July 10 marks for the unit’s twenty fifth mustering anniversary in Malden.
The Rev J L Withrow of Park Street Church says reports on his acceptance of Third Presbyterian Church Chicago are premature and unauthorized. He has a telegram noting a unanimous call extended but will not decide until visiting Chicago. He cannot depart for ten days due to other engagements, and next Sunday marks ten years in Park Street Church tenure.
The case of Frank H. Brown, a Central street grain merchant, charged with forging bills of lading, comes up in Municipal court today. A close friend said he believes the case will settle with relatives and friends paying the bank claim.
General fair weather and stationary temperatures forecast for Maine New Hampshire Vermont and several east coast states. Rains possible in New England and mid Atlantic while southern regions expect light showers and southerly winds. Cautionary northeast signals extend from Cape Henlopen to Wood's Hall.
Weather data from the Observer Office for Boston on July 2 1886 shows barometer around 30.1 inches, mean daily temperature near 70 F, and a light to moderate breeze from the southwest. Readings include maximum 82 F, minimum 59 F, mean humidity about 54 percent, and no precipitation recorded.
Yesterday’s weather tally shows synchronized readings across stations up to 1yp. m. All sites recorded ambient conditions at the same moment, revealing uniform patterns in temperature humidity and wind.
Strong wind and tide delayed the New London race day. Yale led Harvard for most of the four miles, finishing in 20 minutes 29 seconds to Harvard 26 seconds behind. Yale praised for superior stroke and form. The event drew a large crowd and notable tensions with press access and postrace celebrations in New Haven.
The table records stroke counts by half mile for Harvard and Yale crews with finish tallies around 338 strokes. Personnel lists include Harvard rowers Av 5.07 to 6.01 and Yale players with class years from 1886 to 1889, plus officials: referee George L. Rives and judges for both schools.
Harvard crew, sunburned and sober, filed into the New York and New England depot after a race loss. They blamed greater weight, a heavier boat, and Yale’s taunts led by Bob Cook. They defended Faulkner’s coaching and lamented Yale’s rude reception and jeering.
The Portland schooner City Point, captained by M. C. Keen, detained at Shelburne for alleged bait supply, was seized under ministerial instruction for violating customs laws by landing two men and goods before reporting at the customs house. The mackerelling steamer Novelty of Portland was denied bunker coal at Pictou under treaty terms.
At McCainsville New Jersey a massive blast in the mixing room of Atlantic Dynamite Company morning destroyed the building and obliterated ten workers. Names listed include Ammerman Hawkill Smith King Lauback Lauback Jackson Milburn Bryan Kinner Lumsted and two others survived. Concussion shattered glass and ceilings for miles.
Curiaco July 2 reports Lake Shore yards calm with Pinkerton guards in sight. An engine and caboose guarded by police delivered to Packingtown while women and children heckled from the sidelines. Switching proceeded at Forty-Seventh Street and South Chicago with no serious opposition, suggesting the strike may be over.
Newport RI July 2 Allan and Maria Dorsey and Emily Burton posed for photographs today. The trio will be moved to prison in Providence tomorrow. Dorsey appeared dazed and recalled little about the murder beyond the act itself, claiming nine months of turmoil and a reduced calm.
The contemporary critique argues Zola sees only surface traits and reduces character to symbols. It notes his self‑insertion as Sand ez among Paris artists, his vivid yet debased portrayal, and the tension between admiration for his forceful conception and revolt at his system’s coarseness and vanity.
Gladstone and Parnell are both returned amid abstentions. Liberals win in East Leeds Southwest Manchester North Manchester and the Liverpool exchange. Tories gain in South Salford West Salford Hereford Hastings Falmouth and South Falmouth. Mixed results from Glasgow Perth and Dublin University pageantry and student uproar mark a closely contested election with slim majorities and diverse seat changes.
London July 2 Mr Gladstone replies to John Bright disputing claims of concealed thoughts and conspiracy in Ireland. He rebuts charges of wanting to drive the land bill through Parliament and defends his cautious approach while urging amendment of the controversial measure.
Daily letters threaten Mr. Parnell with injury or assassination over his effort to dismember the empire. He has not sought police protection, but is escorted by a bodyguard of stalwart Irish friends who say they can protect him and themselves.
Twenty lasters at Gale Bros. shoe factory in Haverhill quit this afternoon by order of the Lasters Protective Union. They aim to support striking workers at Gale Bros. Exeter, New Hampshire, factory. Gale Jr. denies connection. the firm employs about 3000. A protracted dispute may follow.
Abington July 2 Special. The national bank remains peaceful as President Lane explains a 100000 investment in the leather board factory at Saccarappa. Directors consented, clarifying the 135000 withdrawal and delaying public findings until Examiner Gatchell’s report and the comptroller in Washington release details.
Stemmyer wild opens a day of baseball as Boston and Detroit clash. Highlights include Hanlon and Wise homers, multiple errors, and pitcher struggles, with Washington and St Louis also scoring in a sprawling results summary across three leagues. Detroits, Bostons, and Washingtons appear amid a day of erratic defense and offensive bursts.
Boston Blues, new owners and lineup moves, beat the Portlands after a seven run lead with Hartnett to third and Rogers at first. Fitzgerald wild on the mound, McKinley struck out ten as Blues batted around late. BOSTON BLUES 9 PORTLANDS 4.
League games include Boston at Detroit New York at Chicago Philadelphia at Kansas City Washington at St Louis American at St Louis New York at St Louis Mets at Louisville Athletics at Cincinnati Baltimore at Pittsburgh New England at Portland Boston at New Terre s Lawrence at Brockton Haver Ul game pairings are shown in a regional schedule style without results.
Local advertisement promotes carpets at H A Hartley & Co listing 105 Washington Street with prices quoted and emphasis on value and selection for shoppers seeking flooring options.
John E. Fitzgerald stated he would qualify as internal revenue collector despite public statements. Revenue Collector Pillsbury said he could serve only until Congress adjourns, after which a deputy collector would take charge if no one qualifies.
A note suggests obtaining Angostura Bitters to flavor soda and lemonade and to aid digestion. The item is marketed for culinary use and stomach comfort, highlighting its role in enhancing beverages while supporting digestive balance.
A discreet gathering at Young's Hotel with leaders Gould, Burden, Beard and Rice discussed building a Republican anti saloon plank for the fall, aiming to range from high license to prohibition in different states. Grif fin from Kansas outlined a national strategy to keep prohibition voters in the party, while Boston leaders debated risks and possible ticket impacts.
New York on July 2 Judge Barrett sentenced four boycotters Paul Wittzig Henry Holdorf to two years ten months hard labor Michael Strohand Julius Rosenburg to one year six months imprisonment and Daniel Dannhauser the most violent to three years eight months in the State prison The judge denounced the act as a violation of peace and public rights warning against savagery and blackmail while noting they were workingmen deserving no full penalties.
Greenfield July 2 James Carroll one of the principals in the Sunday morning prize fight of a few weeks ago was bound over to the grand jury today in 300. A number of prominent witnesses were brought in who saw the fight but were reluctant to admit that they aided by the purchase of tickets. All had bad memories when particulars were wanted.
An old advertisement urges readers that exposure causes colds throat disease and lingering coughs. It recommends using Dr Bul s Cough Syrup promptly to remove both the cause and effect of discomfort.
This afternoon the public school graduates will gather in Mechanic Building for the annual festival led by Mayor O'Brien, School Board President Dacey, and committee chair Williamson. About 2200 graduates attend with a flowered stage, bouquet from the Mayor, a served collation, and a post-event dance with Cadet band. Committee members include Williamson, Fallon, Gallagher, Murphy and Hall. Exercises begin at 2:30 pm.
The National Music Teachers' Association wrapped up after morning sessions featuring Beverly and Peabody public school choir numbers under C. R. Bill. Speakers including H. E. Holt and Thomas W. Bicknell discussed music in education, tonal systems, and public school integration, then a chamber concert followed and officers were elected for the coming year.
Graduates of Boston high schools including Latin schools may compete for prizes of 40 dollars for the best essay and 25 dollars for the second best in four topics. Essays must be sent January 1–31, 1887 to the Old South prizes committee at Old South Meeting House. Each essay must use an assumed name with a sealed real-name letter, graduation date, and graduating school. Topics cover The Boston Town Meetings and Their Influence in the American Revolution and English Opinion Upon the American Revolution Preceding and During the War.
The river and harbor bill was laid before the Senate and postponed. President likely to veto the present form. Democrats in the House may seek large reductions to lower its total, especially by striking Mississippi levees and the Hennepin canal items, though Southern members resist cutting Mississippi funding.
Early yesterday a resident near Warren Fenno's grocery in Revere heard breaking glass. Constable C F Fenno arrested William H Hall of Bangor after a search found four broken windows and missing small articles. Investigators believe confederates outside aided the burglary before withdrawal. The Central House on Broadway, owned by Laban S Wrigley, was also entered.
Washington July 2 Special It will be days before all appropriation bills pass the two Houses and haste to return home may push other legislation aside The naval committee aims to pass a new cruiser bill likely in the 3 to 4 million range not the larger ask The pension office with a reduced staff issued 1 422 certificates in the just closed fiscal year the highest ever with June alone totaling 10 575 certificates The month of June saw 10 575 certificates issued.
In Washington on July 2 special report the Senate debated staffing the civil service commission voting on one more clerk but not on salaries or broader clerical force. Saulsbury and Vance opposed the commission while Voorhees urged a fair trial and Dawes called the law weakened by broad appointments yet still beneficial.
Personal Washington dispatch notes Miller escorting Manning to Washington from Hot Springs. Manning improving but tiring routine. plans to return to New York home for a day or two. Allen back from Massachusetts. Stone at Fort Monroe. Lovering out of town. Greely to Woodstock Connecticut to speak Monday. Merrill finished Grand Army duties and departed north.
The President returned the bill granting a pension to William Boone without approval. Boone, who never applied for a pension, enlisted in 1862, fought in November, was captured, and paroled. He was injured during a Fourth of July cannon discharge in Aurora Illinois in 1853, and the President notes no clear link to military service and questions extending pensions to others injured similarly.
The Senate debated reserved amendments to the legislative appropriation bill including an amendment to reduce Senate messengers from twenty seven to twenty five, which failed. Amendments on civil service, salaries for assistant treasurers, pensions and patents were considered. most passed, one failed then passed on reconsideration. The river and harbor bill was next, and resolutions honoring Michael Hahn were adopted before adjournment.
In Washington on July 2, the public lands committee reported a bill forfeiting lands granted for southern railroad construction with a Senate amendment excluding the Gulf and Ship Island railroad. The House approved the amendment and debated amendments to the general deficiency bill. An appropriation of 76 was approved for Pacific Mail Steamship Company troop transport to Panama. a 365 deficiency for naval academy visitors was read as a voucher.
Metropolitan company officials conclude a ruptured glue pot caused the blaze in a north west corner room used for cabinet work. A worker left a lamp burning, doors locked, alarm delayed, and fire spread before engines arrived. President Richards relieved no employee intentionally started the fire.
The Umbrian lists several Boston passengers bound for Liverpool, while the Cephalonia reports full saloon capacity from Boston. Horticultural Society fairs begin at Horticultural Hall, with free weekly exhibitions. Notable events include Lake Walden speeches, Fitchburg rail warm rates, Congregational funds drive for the American Missionary Association, Russell’s oath as Charlestown prison warden, Winthrop School graduation, and a busy Registry of Deeds day. Prepared wedding and funeral notices, injuries on the Warren steamer Kansas, Nantasket weather, Reeves’s band, and Hotel Nantasket fireworks cap a busy local week.
A Saugus branch signal error by a tender on the Boston and Maine system nearly caused a collision with a Marblehead main line train on yesterday morning’s Eastern division. The two trains stopped within thirty feet as the signal was mis-set, and blame falls on the tender for switching the branch signal to the Marblehead train too late.
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