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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1891
Page
3
A 24 mile coastal race from Marblehead to Graves lightship sees Owenee sprint ahead after 11:09 start, Beatrix and Barbara chase closely while Gossoon and Gossoon trade places. Barometer wind shifts favor Owenee, with Beatrix and Barbara closing near the finish as rivals push for top times amid light to freshening air.
The Owenee defeats the Beatrix by five minutes two seconds in a Special Race for 46 footers, with Barbara Gossoon and others close behind. Crowds praise Edward Burgess bows and the lively scene as boats finish under full canvas amid a strong breeze.
The Kansas Democrats, amid reports from the Evening Star, are breaking from the People's Party. In about half the counties they favor straight Democratic nominations. Many farmers abandon the Alliance, with over fifty prominent farmers in Butler County joining Democrats. The move signals a manly fight for Cleveland and tariff reform in 1892, even if Kansas cannot carry the state.
Assistant Secretary Wharton says the State Department is seeking facts on the Ponape missionaries outrages with aim to seek compensation from Spain if justified. Communication is slow, delaying fact gathering. Consul Rand may already be on the islands. Boston reports duplicate accounts. Spain may claim missionaries incited discontent. no Madrid court submission yet.
Special to the Post lists Watertown taxpayers with tax deposits of $1000 or more. Highlights include Etna Mills Co 233.26 estate of Benjamin E Bales 1456.70 Hollingsworth Whitney 2311.40 Sarah P March 1098.30 Newton & Watertown Gas Light Co 2597.80 estate of Josiah Stickney 1004.22 Walker Pratt Manufacturing Co 1772.40 Ralph Warner 1080 estate of Caroline J Whitney 1297.80 estate of Learned Whitney 2246.40 Fitchburg Rail Co 2862.30.
A thirty minute wind and lightning storm roared through West Superior Wisconsin causing extensive property damage and at least five deaths. A large three story hotel on Third Street collapsed trapping workers while many others were injured. Fire department crews rescued about 60 people as destruction spread to nearby buildings and structures including the Silver Creek and Morris and Ohio Coal hoisting apparatus. The dead include John Laur Charles Lucius Herman Paulsey John Schofield and an unidentified man. Several seriously injured are named among others.
A large crowd watched Fred Hovey of Boston defeat E L Hall of the South in a five set thriller at Congress Spring Park. Hovey took the first, third and fifth sets 6-5 4-6 6-0 3-6 6-4. Mixed doubles saw Yates and Miss Hobart defeat S J Smith and Miss Vassar 6-7 6-3 6-3. Annie Ritchie won the ladies’ final against Miss Ingham 3-6 6-0 by default for the New York State ladies singles title.
Grand Circuit racing drew nearly 10000 spectators at Homewood Driving Park in Pittburgh. In the 2:24 pace Ravell led Min Young but a heat was nullified after officials found Predmore with a watch. Frank Dorch won the final heat in 2:25 while Min Young finished second. J B Richardson captured the 2:11 pacing in 2:18 with Mocking Bird second. Abbie V won the 2:23 class in 2:21 1/4, Strader H second. Justine and Globe driven by Geers in 2:21 1/4.
Francis R. Rives a longtime diplomat and lawyer died at his New Hamburgh residence aged 69. He served as secretary of legation to the Court of St. James under President Tyler, later practiced law in New York with Alexander Hamilton and Nathaniel Rogers, led the New York Southern Society, and held posts at the Knickerbocker Club and New York Coaching Club. His son George Rives was Assistant Secretary of State under President Cleveland.
Eight year old William O'Brien was struck on the Lynn Boston and Revere Beach road while crossing near the creek beyond Blossom street. He had been playing in the creek with companions and died en route to the hospital.
A well dressed man who gave the name Fred Rice of Boston took lodging at a Pearl street boarding house and departed after his trunk was found broken with about $400 missing, a boarder reports. The incident occurred in Nasaua New Hampshire on July 16.
The New York Yacht Club held its fourth regular meeting at Delmonico's Broad Street with yachts Esprito Varuna Eleanor Rebecca Grayling Athlon Pocahontas Katrina and Palmer represented. Commodore Gerry absent, ex Commodore James D. Smith presided. treasury shows 40000 in cash. A letter from Flagship Electra announces the death of Edward Burgess, praising his design genius and noting club resolutions to honor him.
A July town fire at Houghts Neck destroyed Mascot cottage owned by Mrs. Packard and Upham cottage with losses totaling over two thousand dollars. A separate blaze in Philadelphia damaged John W Priestly's carpet mills for about 25000 while Eldon Indiana suffered eight frame buildings burned in an early morning blaze. An array of small incidents in Marshalltown Boston and other streets caused minor damage with several alarms and one needless report.
London July 16 The International Congregational Council heard Rev Dr J K McLean of Oakland on Home Missions and later President Cyrus W Northop of Minneapolis spoke. Dale presided as the evening session discussed church attitudes to social movements. Dr Gladden assailed wealth concentration and urged state control of railways tramways and water works. Ben Teller condemned scientific gaming and its harm. Dr Cordiey described anti liquor laws improving order and moral welfare. A Monday session at City Temple will hear Joseph Parker, with a pending resolution backing universal moral law and repeal of statutory disabilities and a higher age of consent to 16.
Five European delegates for the Chicago World's Fair arrive in Hamburg and travel to London suggesting plans to present exposition details to European governments. Delegates include Major Moses P. Handy and A. G. Bullock with Butterworth Lindsay Peak among others. McCormick and Bradley meet the party on arrival to England.
Large numbers of Russian Jews are arriving in Montreal after expulsion from Russia. The destitute group includes weak and sickly women and children, having endured severe suffering. Reported influx says many more are en route to Canada.
Paris July 16 seven hundred Northern railway workers struck today. Other lines are short handed and the strike is spreading. The Western railway goods depot is closed due to the strike. Six thousand employees met at the rally and resolved to persist in their demands.
London July 16 Mr Spurgeon was weaker at eight thirty p m but not suffering and remained very peaceful as he rests.
Local members of the Royal Ark Order report unpaid certificates and a troubled supreme lodge. Cambridge lodge seeks injunction to halt treasury payouts and asks for a receiver to wind up affairs. Home Lodge of South Boston held an adjourned meeting with delegates from Taunton and beyond. a suspicious man named French was questioned and sent away after refusing to pledge action against the supreme lodge. Hearing on the injunction was postponed for one week.
Mississippi Democrats at Jackson held a state convention to renominate the old Railroad Commissioners. Sub-treasury opponents carried the platform vote, appointing a Platform Committee. The platform pledges prosperity under Democrats, opposes class legislation, criticizes farmer taxation, supports bimetallic coinage, Treasury note expansion, and liberal federal funding for commerce. In the contest, sub-treasury supporters were defeated 205 to 58.
In Wistror Conn on July 16, Rev Thomas A Hyde resigns after a long dispute with parishioners. He served about five years, faced neglect charges, and the vestry once asked him to leave. A compromise nets $1350 to Hyde and each faction covers its own costs. Hyde returns to Boston. A new rector will be chosen.
Governor Buchanan and aides led mining labor officials and three State Guard companies to Briceville to supervise transferred convicts who had been freed by miners. A guard perimeter formed as Buchanan addressed the crowd, insisting the law must be obeyed though he could not make laws.
The Manhattan Cricket Club announces definite arrangements with the Mystics of Medford for Aug 25 and 26, followed by an all Massachusetts eleven on Aug 27 and 28. A club match is planned for Aug 29. Dr H A Tucker offers $500 for a 46 footers race during the August cruise by the New York Yacht Club at Oak Bluffs.
General Miles announced receipt of Major Powell's despatch on July 16 stating the investigation into alleged threats by the Indians in Northern Minnesota found no basis for the report and that the tribes are perfectly peaceable.
In Springfield on July 16 in the Superior Court the jury returned a verdict for plaintiff J. L. Loomis of the city against the New York New Haven Hartford railroad. Loomis was injured by falling on the Hartford station stairway, awarded $4000.
An express mail train derailed today near Najac nine miles from Ville Franche in Aveyron. Twelve carriages overturned and many people were injured.
Intelligence from London reports the British steamer Coningsby wrecked near Cheduba Island in the Bay of Bengal with no loss of life.
Washington July 16 The Post Office Department announces that the probable annual cost to the Government of the execution of the provisions of the postal aid bill will be 2 795 000 dollars.
Charles Getzein of the Boston League Club was released by Manager Seele today after alleged attempts to evade playing with a lame arm. The move ends his stint with the club amid injury concerns and disciplinary questions.
Ellen OConnell aged two, missing since nine this morning, was found dead in a vault at her home on Swampscott Avenue Peabody. Authorities reported the discovery this evening, with implications of a tragic household incident under investigation.
The First National Bank of Wyandotte in Kansas City Kansas suspended operations today and is under examination by a bank examiner.
In Dublin on July 16 Mr Parnell paid the costs in the O Shea divorce case totaling 5000 dollars. The docket notes the final settlement and the financial responsibilities of the parties.
Dublin July 16 The blight has played great havoc with the potato crops in Skibbereen district. The report notes widespread damage and concern for harvest prospects as weather and disease affect yields. Local growers anticipate economic strain and potential shortages in the region.
A La Crosse Wisconsin dispatch reports Bishop Flasch cannot live through the night. The status is grave as of July 16 from Chicago.
Ottawa July 16 reports Prince Edward Island's Provincial Legislature adopted a resolution urging unrestricted reciprocity between Canada and the United States. The move signals support for broader trade and travel ties and aligns with federal discussions on border policy.
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