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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1883
Page
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A summary of the paper’s page layout across four sections detailing what each page includes from editorials and telegraph reports to local news personal notes market reports and obituaries. It lists sections such as political economy locality questions marriages deaths court records railroad matters and ship news with meteorological observations and hotel arrivals.
Special despatch from MilpPoLe Town Conn reports Frank Vining of Portland Maine, a Doris circus teamster, beaten and dumped from a train near Newfield station. He died the next day after naming his home and saying he had quarreled with circus workers. An inquest is planned.
Early morning in New York a bartender and a private watcher chased a burglar from a Little Twelfth Street saloon. The burglar slashed John Hackett who fought him off before the fleeing man was shot by mistake, wounding Bartender Bernard Strodthoff. Both men were treated at St. Vincent's Hospital.
In a New York case the New York Elevated Railroad seeks possession of its route. Judge Truax held the October 1881 tripartite lease valid and resolved all disputes. Judge Freedman denied a renewal motion to set aside the judgment, citing reliance on the judgment and mutual changes since.
Miss Elizabeth W. Barrett of Portland married Dr. A. E. Macdonald of New York at her mother's home on State Street. Rev. Prof. Ferguson of Queen's College Kingston officiated. the couple plan a month long wedding journey through the Atlantic and Gulf states.
Counsellors Howe and Hummel for Richard Field of the Boston Museum prepare papers to enjoin Miss Lillian Russell from performing at the Gaiety Theatre London starting July 10. Field alleges a contract for July 11 with a $275 weekly salary for a summer repertoire of comic operas.
The Farmers' Review reports from over 1,000 points that crop prospects have generally strengthened in the past two weeks due to cessation of rains and hot weather. Late corn is advancing while spring wheat and oats are promising. winter wheat harvests are favorable as stock going. The carn on nears the 1882 level.
The certificate of incorporation was filed in the county clerk's office. The company plans telegraph lines to run under over and through streets in towns and cities with local consent. Capital stock is $50,000, divided into 500 shares of $100 each.
Washington dispatch reports Commissioner Evans delaying public release of a report vindicating Special Agent Horton of Boston drug firm Howe & French alleging trade secret betrayal. Lottery court actions loom as officers quarrel while naval inquiry cites Ashuelot wreck due to drunkenness.
Bridget Reilly, a widow with six children, applied to emigration commissioners for passage to Ireland after being assisted to Canada. She wandered for weeks, finally reaching New York where officials sent her to the state board of charities. Vincent Murphy, a telegraph operator, was arrested for...
The July report from the Department of Agriculture notes widespread cotton improvement after June rains and July moisture. Growth rapid since June 20, with some drought concerns in central Texas and parts of North Carolina and Georgia. State averages rise, and oats barley and corn prospects remain strong with area expansions and higher yields expected nationally.
St Louis July 10 The Post Dispatch cites reliable authority yet unverified that the Brotherhood of Telegraphers will inaugurate a general strike at noon next Monday. The union reportedly numbers over 5 000 operators and a walkout could create a public calamity.
In Bridgeport a Salvation Army party caused a disturbance on sidewalks and courthouse steps as Capt Hunter threw a boy into the street. A policeman arrested him and two women sang and prayed at the station. Lieut Wray was later arrested for obstructing passage. Bonds posted for city court appearance. City Attorney Chamberlain vows to bar singing and praying on sidewalks.
Hallifax Nova Scotia July 10 A sister of Roger Amero the man charged with the murder of Mrs Carlton at Watertown Massachusetts has become insane from distress at his imprisonment She improved but worsened as the Halifax case neared and will be sent to an asylum early next week She had been insane six or seven years ago Some believe Amero’s self accusations were lunacy and that he spoke similarly at Gloucester before the murder
Newburyport Mass July 10 Charles Popp held in 1000 bonds in the police court for larceny of carriage trimmings tools a watch and more valued at 300 from Drum mond Goss Co Salisbury to appear Friday Fred Carroll eight years old fatally injured after a 15 foot fall from A F Loss Bromfield Street Danvers beaters out at E P Dodge shoe factory due to strike
Saratoga N Y July 10 The National Education Association department of normal schools held a session with a paper on the right use of memory vs cramming by Hon B G Northrop of Clinton Coon. This afternoon papers covered drawing in common schools and its relation to industrial education by Henry Hutchinson and The Moral Influence of Manual Training by Dr J B Buchanan both of Boston.
Wy RAWLINGS July 10 Col Tom Moore chief packer in the Platte department arrived with 100 animals for the President Arthur and Gen Sheridan party bound for the Yellowstone National Park. They are booked for Aug 38 Capt White chief master of transportation heads north tomorrow to establish relay stations between here and Fort Washakie.
In Salt Lake City two men robbed Zion's Savings Bank at about 4 PM striking cashier Schettler with an iron rod. They seized a quantity of gold from the counter and fled. Police reported the robbers at large by nightfall. the stolen amount was not disclosed.
Special correspondence from D. H., N. H., reports a flood of legislative notices on the last day for new bills and resignations. It outlines factional clashes between Rollins supporters and anti machine leaders, possible moves for Chandler, and the uneasy prospect of a senate election amid party divisions. Local taxes, church property, and school hygiene petitions loom over a state facing weather, industry, and campaign strain.
Paris dispatch details France's Tonquin policy with Mu Challemet Lecour urging restraint while preparing for action if needed. It notes plans to occupy the Tonquin delta, protest Chinese objections, and seek a China convention. Turmoil in Hungary over the Jews trial and Spain's liberal debate follow alongside Irish Land Act critique and American rifle team results.
Fire reports from Boston and Cambridge detail insured losses at LGSSES & Y FIBRE in Federal street and Sanborn & Co in Boylston. A attic fire at Trainer court owned by Duffer damaged $25. A kerosene lamp explosion caused minor damage at Leverett street. Dover residence Hersom destroyed, loss $1,200 fully insured, suspected incendiary with adjacent buildings lightly damaged.
A well known hardware merchant Mr Smithers was found dead in his bed yesterday morning from heart disease. His wife was also found dead early today after convulsions. The passage ends with a promotional plug for Dr Graves Heart Regulator urging readers to use it for heart ailments.
The Tewksbury investigation continued with rebuttal testimony from Gov. Butler and witnesses including Annie Hanson sister of Charlotte Anderson and Dr. John McArthur. Hearings covered patient treatment, dissection practices, and hospital conduct as the committee pressed to maintain order and question witness credibility.
Bowdoin College Brunswick Me July 10 Under perfect weather Old Bowdoin held class day with alumni visitors filling the town. The senior class gathered at Memorial hall for forenoon exercises with J B Read as orator and Benson Sewall delivering a poem. Afternoon events under Thorndike oak featured opening address history and poetry then parting addresses and the pipe of peace. Class statistics show 36 graduates with varied pursuits and political religious leanings. evening festivities included illuminations dancing. President Chamberlain resigned to the board of trustees with no action taken.
At Harrisburg July 10 delegates from the party arrive for the state convention. Niles is favored for attorney general and Linsey for treasurer though only speculation. A morning caucus will name a temporary chairman, with John Cessna likely to be chosen for permanent chair. The platform will address the trade dollar tariff and last year’s resolutions. The convention opens at 11 o'clock tomorrow morning.
An ex parte ecclesiastical council met at ProvideNcE Rhode Island on July 10 to hear the case of Rev. John A. MacCall, pastor, and the Saylesville Memorial Congregational Church members. The proceedings focused on church discipline and potential actions regarding church governance and pastoral tenure.
Recap of Maine items: Cape Elizabeth man sold strawberries worth 2400 dollars last week. Otisfield resident records daily weather since 1815. Augusta official bought 10500 acres in Aroostook. Eastport boy drowned on a dock. Ossipee Valley News transfers to Biddeford Journal. Old Orchard land sale for 18000 dollars. Eliot burglaries lead to 500 dollar reward. West Waterboro man killed by lightning on a sofa. Portland doctor robbed of watch money clothes. Calais dispatch reports Fred Burpee drowned at St John harbor. Fryeburg girl captures poisonous adder. Patriotic Orders of Sons of America open third annual session in Portland with 600 members and six camps, two commanderies, plus another to be formed.
The Talapoosa arrived at Portsmouth navy yard Tuesday night. A farm hand named Main stole $100 from H. J. Hayes of Portsmouth. Erastus V. Cobleigh of Lancaster was named coroner for Coos county. George W. Mills of Hopkinton received a pension of $911. The state grange to hold a picnic at the Weirs in late August. A boy named Slade was run over by an engine at Walpole. his mother died from the shock. The boy will lose a leg. Laconia Car Co. to build $180,000 worth of cars for Eastman Freight Car Heating Co. of Boston. about 200 men to be employed. 250 cars due December 1. A man found in Manchester river not identified. boots bore S. H. Martin & Co. State Attorney Darling examined miners’ charges at Ely and West Fairlee, found no case, and ordered release. Miners leaving by trains. about half already gone.
Rev J T Laird installed as Hinsdale Congregational Church pastor. A Glendale boy nine crushed to death by gravel. Lowell plans river crossing at Taylor Street. Five year old Eugene King killed in Lawrence by truck. A 40 foot whale was towed to Clark's Island for ownership claim. Worcester reports thirty four deaths last week, 21 under five. Plymouth natives Cornelius Holmes and Richard Pope visit home on the Fourth. A agate at Millbury opened to public. 3,000 pounds of fish caught by 400 locals. Taunton builds a three story club house at Pocasset. A strange fish measured over 75 feet long near Falmanath Heights. Westboro vote allows transfer of 70-80 inmates to Bridgewater. Rev W L Francis deposed as pastor in Haverhill colored church. An unknown woman found dead in Indian Orchard road, Springfield. Modoc train west demand prompts new engine No 87 in Boston shops. Engine runs 10 cars easily, 11 cars require Worcester helper to Charlton.
Rhode Island militia entered a five day camp at Oakland Beach starting Tuesday. Woonsocket taxpayers allocated 6500 dollars to buy land and build a town asylum. An 8 year old girl of John Walois died in Stidwater after her clothes caught fire from a kerosene can explosion. In Wickford a four day examination found James M Whitford probably guilty of killing Michael Tulley on June 17 and he was bound over to the August term of the supreme court in 2500 dollars. The Turkish government suit against Providence Tool opened in Newport with Judge Blatchford presiding as Gen Tewfik and other Turkish officials attended. Cleveland led the defense with affidavits and correspondence.
Norwich citizens told the bridge commission that a proposed bridge would affect local business. Frederick Penhallow, a clerk for Gideon E. Holloway, is reported as a defaulter for 700 dollars, having drawn funds from checks and vanished since Friday. Holloway has been ill, and Penhallow is said to have lived fast and drunk recently.
A special meeting of the West Roxbury school committee nominated Josephine L. Sanborn on probation as third assistant at West Roxbury High and Alber tine A. Martin as special assistant at Hancock School. An amended rules order was adopted, heating apparatus funding for Dearborn School requested, and a Roxbury Street primary yard protection order plus a seventh division boundary change were reported. Adjourned.
Mr Henry Goodwin speaks at the Home for Intemperate Women on Worcester Street this evening. The 42d Regiment Association holds its annual reunion at Melville Garden Downer Landing on August 9, marking the regiment’s 20th anniversary since returning from the war.
In the senate yesterday the rules were suspended to approve a 1.5 million tax measure and a 23,000 grant for Concord prison tenement houses. Gov Butler's Bridgewater workhouse message prompted a nonconcurrence and referral to a joint special committee. Senators Locke McGeough and Allen named to study the matter as the session adjourned to 2 PM Friday.
The Massachusetts House debated a tax bill altering state funding to 2 million dollars after the finance committee reported 1.5 million. A separate measure sought to move Bridgewater inmates to Lancaster and privatize the Bridgewater property. The governor warned about Bridgewater losses from fire and urged options including rebuilding, relocating inmates, or consolidating with Westboro and other facilities. A joint special committee was formed to study the Bridgewater issue and reform school implications, while questions about Tewksbury almsouse investigations prompted procedural conflicts within committees.
A Milwaukee residence of David Seeling burned Tuesday, killing three of his daughters. A hail storm across Bon Homme and Hutchinson counties in Dakota Territory damaged 5,000 acres of crops. The Soldiers' Home at Bath New York opens an inquiry into alleged officer cruelty. In Syracuse Mrs. John Gilcher sues grocer Jacob Surbeck for kissing her without consent, with Surbeck bailed.
A roundup of brief notices lists ex-attorney general Train at an Newport Ocean house. W M Singerly plans a $200000 Elkton country house. West Point welcomes a new black cadet Alexander appointed by a Democratic congressman. James T Jones, Alabama district congressman-elect, favors tariff for revenue only. Rev George Lander Perin begins a two week Ohio vacation. William H Goodwin and family plan a cottage on Gerrish Island near Kittery Me. Rev George O Phinney receives a Philadelphia pulpit call during pastor Tiffany's vacation. Parker Tuck of Bucksport, Hancock probate judge, long served since nearly 40 years ago. Universalist South Framingham extends a call to Rev W H Harward of Plymouth contingent on Tick society action. War Secretary Lincoln and Postmaster General Gresham visit Babylon L I and stay at Hav emeyer Point. Bowdoin class of 1844 reunion planned at Falmouth House, Portland with notable locals attending. A long black whiskey bottle tied to Johnson and Sherman’s surrender on April 26, 1865. Robert Downing interview disputed: McCullough not financially embarrassed. in good health. James H Smart of Indiana accepts Purdue trustees. to begin Sept 1 after LL D degree at Bloomington. Rev George M Budge of Dorchester plans a Windham Missouri history work. noted for decades of historical and genealogical research. Notables John A Andrew and John Anderson cited among Maine and Massachusetts distinguished natives.
A fragment lists multiple city pair scores and teams including Buffalo Buffalo 5 New York 3 Chicago Chicago 11 Providence 8 Detroit Boston Ia Detroit 13 Cleveland Philadelphia 4 Pittsburg Allegheny 11 Athletic 4 Louisville Eclipse 4 Cincinnati 0 and a postponed St Louis The Columbus St Louis game. Also Lowell X Zs 13 Andersons of Lynn 3 and an ad for Wells’s Rough on Corns 15e asking for a complete permanent corn cure.
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