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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1889
Page
2
Testimony reveals attempts to suppress rivals as a possible motive in the ear torture case. New details show pressure for loyalty while prosecutors press bribery sensitivity charges surrounding the broader political conflict.
In Concern New Hampshire a heated political row centers on Chandler and Gallinger. Chandler denies accusations of bribery and claims Blackburn insulted him with an ear tweek during a Washington conference. Blackburn counters that Chandler was aggressor. The dispute fuels calls of a Democratic governor and legislature in 1890 and hints at further disclosures.
Royal Thayer, senior partner of R. Thayer & Son, Holbrook leather string manufacturers and leather remnant dealers, died Saturday morning at 76 after a long illness. A pioneer in the state’s leather trade, the firm was founded in 1845 by Ezra Thayer. E. Newton Thayer, Royal’s son, was recently admitted to the enterprise.
The North Shore summer resorts drew the largest crowds of the season yesterday with Point of Pines reporting about 20 000 visitors. Baldwin's Boston Cadet Band performed three concerts and solos by Frank E Partridge Alfred Krgg Harry Bower and August Damm were well received. Oak Island and Ocean Pier also hosted large crowds with day long concerts.
Bernard Harkins aged 25 of Morris Street East Boston was struck by the 7 45 pm Lynn train near the Sea Foam House. Both legs were crushed and later amputated at Lynn Hospital. He sustained severe body bruises and injuries.
Mrs Ada Barnett of 2311 Harrison avenue attempted suicide by taking laudanum around 11 last night and died shortly after. Dr Roth arrived too late to save her. Medical Examiner Draper was notified.
A Boston reader reports that from January to now five hundred children aged from babes to five years old have died of diphtheria in Newfoundland. The cause is blamed on drainage, with contagion cited as a natural result, though the epidemic seems confined to the island.
The essay praises Quebec's charm and scenery beyond the St Lawrence, urging longer visits to savor Upper and Lower Towns, the Citadel, market life, and river excursions. It highlights comfortable stays with gentlewomen hosts or modern hotels, and notes the blend of French and English culture, convents, and the dramatic terrace and sunset views from the fort.
Fragmentary lines recall a luncheon remark praising Quebec over Venice with a quip about travel and longevity. The phrasing hints at a literary or humorous note amid a social gathering, mentioning Venice and Quebec as travel destinations. Further readable context is needed for a fuller summary.
Jealous doctor William P. White shot his wife Ella at their Jefferson Place residence near Bennet Street and then killed himself with a bullet to the ear. The wife, wounded in the cheek, was reported out of danger. a young housekeeper Rosa Glause aided the injured woman as neighbors described the incident and the family’s troubled history.
Last Saturday evening a gang of about six hoodlums harassed passersby in Orchard Park, shouting obscene songs. They attacked Sam Sing at Albany and Ambrose streets, beating him near to death and stealing $50 and shirts before fleeing. A black jack and two straw hats were found at the scene. no arrests had been made by morning.
London Despatch reports Sarah Bernhardt's season opened with a crowded but unselective audience and delays due to illness. A blistering letter from Bernhardt accused her manager of contempt for art, while Mayer remained silent. Despite woes, Bernhardt delivered a remarkable death scene as four minutes of pantomime drew acclaim.
Charles S Hull of Boston defends free raw materials and lower duties while praising leather exports to Europe. He notes substantial sole leather shipments, seeks cheaper freight, and urges competitive energy to boost American industry. He cites ongoing steamship links with Central and South American ports.
Yesterday officers from Station 3 arrested Alexander Scott Andrew McPherson John Mullen Thomas Cummings for gaming and John Griffin Peter Nolan and Anna Nelson for being present. Station 4 arrested Richard Homan Frank Bray Alfonso Tibbits and James Hearn for gaming at 40 Carver Street.
At 10 o'clock last evening the two Smith children who were wounded Saturday night by Gustavus Rosenberg were still alive, but it is thought that one of them will die.
An eclectic Chandos Classics edition gathers English versions of Horace from Dryden to Newman. It explores translation aims to preserve spirit with minimal literal violence, noting Latin terseness and sonorous phrases. Milton's lines stand as a safe example, while Martin, Newman, Howes and others provide later, more graceful renderings.
Emile Souvestre, Breton author of Confessions d un Ouvrier and Philosophe sous les Toits, is chosen by D C Heath Co for their Modern Language Series in paper covers. He influenced workers, died Paris July 5 1854 aged 48, famed for moral tales. Le Mari de Madame de Solange edited by Dr. Super labeled readable.
Officers raided 39 Howard Street last evening and arrested ten Chinamen for being in an opium smokers' resort. Police also seized a quantity of smoking implements.
John Gonnors of 22 Causeway Street reports being accosted on the Common last evening by a man who struck him in the face with a bottle, injuring his right eye. The incident prompted local attention and a police inquiry.
A letter defends Major Jones and Major Cabot amid criticisms from a prior piece on the Boston draft riot of July 14, 1863. The author asserts Jones led defense plans at Cooper Street Armory, Cabot joined late, and official actions saved the city. He rebuts claims of misdeed, stressing prior coordination with Mayor Lincoln, Adjutant General Schouler, and police.
The Parnell commission refuses to order production of the Loyal and Patriotic Union books while ordering Land League records. The Philadelphia Press notes this as Tory justice and links the landlords’ union to funding the Pigott forgeries, challenging fairness in the Irish question.
The Parnell commission adjourned after Sir Charles Russell indicated written instructions from his client. Parnell Davitt and counsel left the court, raising questions on whether the defendants will withdraw. The key outcome is the collapse of the forged letters accusation against Parnell.
Mrs. Elizabeth Cady Stanton, guest of the Leidl Society at Brighton Beach, is in her seventy fourth year. It has been about fifty years since she began advocating women’s rights, and she and Miss Susan B. Anthony have long collaborated. Though she maintains her familiar countenance, she no longer appears on the platform as in earlier years.
Chicago theatrical manager J H McVickar, though advanced in years, appears hale and energetic. He aims to restore the old stock company tradition and each summer presents an excellent season in his theatre, currently staging a Shaksperian revival of The Tempest and promoting what he views as the best interests of American drama.
A prominent scientist tells the board of health that Croton water is poisoned by decaying matter and life. He warns that most American city waters carry germs and disease. Pain-Killer is urged as a preventive purifying drop to kill germs and avert cholera morbus, with travel anecdotes and claims of absolute cure.
S R Knights & Co announces a multi plan land sale in Boston area from 226 Washington Street Boston and 593 12 Main Street Cambridgeport. Plans show numerous lots with houses stables and ocean views on Beacon Webster Corey Hill and surrounding streets with 11 to 21 story houses and modern conveniences. The sale promotes building sites with restrictive deeds, rapid transit nearby and planned improvements, inviting buyers to inspect plans catalogues and dimensions at Knights office.
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