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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 21, 1887

Page

8

Ninth Regiment Camp An Incident Laden With Loss And Valor

In Framingham a sad duty marked by Captain Regan and Colonel Strachan as Company G shines in drill amid heat and fog. The drowning of Dennis Donovan at Leonard's Pond prompted an autopsy and funeral arrangements with religious services led by Father Cullen. The Ninth Regiment continued drills and rifle practice as hundreds of visitors toured the camp, honoring the fallen and praising the care of the men.

Sovran Framineuam Sprcrar Ninth Regiment William J. Regan Strachan Martin Binners First Battalion Cavalry Freeman Leonard’s Pond Dennis J. Donovan O'Donnell Ryan Gove South Framingham Donovan Brigade Dalton Father Cullen Framingham Company B Peach Boston Alexander Strauss Thomas Child Rhode Island Cavalry D. F. Henderson Charles Rittman John Gill Rhode Island Militia Signal Corps Richardson W.E. Clayton Fred J. Clayton Kendrick Newton Claflin Guards Pred R. Shattuck Board of State Fish Commission Robinson United States Army Merrill Worcester Battery B Peter J. Smith Andover Artillery Gifford John F. Merrill Worcester Battery 3 Edmonds Clark Green First Corps Senator Sullivan Lawrence George S. Merrill Post

A Fantastical Tale About a Crowninshield Heiress

A Marblehead man debunks a New York Herald romance story claiming a Mr Crowninshield of Boston planned marriage to Miss Florence Stone of Derbyshire. He asserts no such Crowninshield family member exists. A society gentleman recalls a Miss Stone tied to a Chestnut Hill charity scheme and an unrealized English marriage, with limited corroboration and names unverified.

Benjamin W. Crowninshield New York Herald Crowninshield Florence Stone Boston Calcutta England Post Marblehead Mr. Crowninshield Europe Miss Stone Derbyshire Eaton Nantucket New York Commercial Advertiser Astor House

New England Chautauqua Highlights and Lectures

July 20 events at New England Chautauqua featured Mrs. Woolson on Queen Anna, President Fairbairn tracing Brahminism, and a processional with 87 graduates passing in review. The afternoon included class reunions, Mrs. Livermore speaking on scientific instruction and legislative work in Norwall Hall.

South Framinguam New England Chautauqua T. W. Keen W. H. Smith Salem Cadet Band

Ladies Day at Hull Yacht Club Hosts Grand Illumination

Hull Yacht Club celebrated Ladies Day with a brilliant marbor illumination and fireworks. About 500 guests boarded numerous yachts including Silvie Rambler Banneret Carmen and Echo, with Hartshorn's Orchestra aboard the commodore’s boat. A tule race among club members provided comic excitement as J Brown won, with Keates and Friend close behind, followed by a lavish afterglow of dancing and fireworks.

Hull Yacht Club Silvie Banneret Icho Downer Landing Hell Gut Pemberton Boston Echo Carmen Oura Aglaia Rambler Hartshorn Charles V. Whitten Edward C. North Franklin Adams Higgins Cc. F. Loring Verplank N. L. Stebbins Florence Clark F. >. Dunne J. B. Forsyth Anna Duval W. K. Miller John R. Chadwick W. EF. Ford Peleg Aborn Codhman Calvin Low A. J. Robinson Lee Kidder Eugenie Harry E. Converse B.S. Converse Converse Kitty Converse Edith Bouve Charles Ff. Cutler Lander Bouve J. J. Kenry J. J. Henry Gardner Bullard Carrie Bullard C. A. Harrington Capen C. Ff. Harrington Bert Bullard Bertram C. Henry Banner Moseley Baker Sloop Keho K. L. Burwell F. Isham Eugenie Millikan Emma Millikan Bertha Millikan Etta Campbell Eva Isham Nellie Brown Emma Burwell Harry Tileston Sloop Hero George R. Howe Waldo Friend Misses Friend Martha Burgess Miss Ford A. N. Newton Hohe Kilborn Vixen C. P. Armstrong C. B. Lowell J. Russell Mollie Russell Lillian Booth Armstrong Kingman Blanche Commodore Haskins Sandy Bay Yacht Club Stebbins Thayer Gertrude Thayer W. H. Jackson Fred H. O'Neil W. A. Carey George EH. Stevens Miss Skinner F. H. Hutchinson Fannie Skinner Esther Kilroy Miss Brigham Lillian Jackson Ethel Jackson Katie Crie Nimbus J. J. Souther Gertrude Bowen Miss Rogers Miss Richardson Miss Jones Bernardoe Jr Club J. Fred Brown Winthrop Dutton R. C. Poor George W. Keates Marshall C. Bouve B.C. Henry C. E. W. Grinnell H. W. Friend Henry Sheen Jim Low Mr. Friend Mr. J. Brown Mr. Keates Commodore Whitten

THE BEVERLY STRIKE PROSPECTS AND TALKS

Beverly July 20 There is little change in the labor dispute as most shops stay open only Norwood a non union shop remains active. State arbitration board recommends a conference committee to settle but no price list agreement exists after a month of talks. Lasters may quit town for other work and union officials aim to meet manufacturers. If not resolved by Saturday shops may shut. A hearing at Town Hall Friday July 22 at 11 am awaits possible acceptance of the proposal.

Bevery Sprcran Beverly Norwood’s State Arbitration Board D. Lefavour & Son Manufacturers’ Association John H. Lefavour Lasters State Board Ya. m

Pleon Yacht Club sails on annual Marblehead cruise

Marblehead July 20. The youthful Pleon Yacht Club started its annual cruise today. Yachts sailing include Rebe Palmer owner Monarch W O Fowle Snail Perry Mole Walker Clyde Wood. Harbor hosts many vessels such as schooners Wanderer Republic of New York Ambass dress Mohican Sylph Altana of the Eastern Yacht Club.

Marblehead Pleon Yacht Club Rebe Palmer Monarch W. O. Fowle Snail Perry Mole Walker Clyde Wood Wanderer Republic of New York Ambassadress Mohican Sylph Altana Eastern Yacht Club

Aldermen authorize Portland street engine house and riverside plans

At the Cambridge meeting last evening the public property committee was authorized to proceed with a new engine and truck house on Portland street under a contract with H. J. Coon & Co. An assistant for the milk and vinegar inspector was approved at up to 200 dollars yearly. The finance committee favors building both houses along the Charles River but deemed it too late to act this year.

Cambridge Aldermen Portland Street H. J. Coon & Co Committee On Finance Charles River

Dr Cochrane Endorses Digestylin for Acute Dyspepsia

Dr W A Cochran e reports using Digestylin in an acute dyspepsia case and praising its effect. The product is sold by all druggists at $1 per bottle or via W F Knider & Co at 33 Jobu street, N X.

W. A. Cochrane W. F. Knidder & Co Jobu Street N. X

The Volunteer Sets Sail on Trial Trip

The Volunteer shows rapid progress as rigging nears completion and sails bend. The crew boards aboard. the Nabby C. tows the yacht from the basin at 10 50 p m. to the flats, ballast nearly thirteen tons stored, and a three ton centreboard ready for placement before a planned trial around noon. An American eagle figurehead will crown the ship.

Nabby C

Yacht Trial Planned After Centreboard Install

At a late hour Captain Haff, ashore after the yacht was hauled out, said the trial trip should begin soon after dinner if the centreboard goes into place. He reported everything has worked smoothly so far and expected to have everything ready to beat the trial run.

Haff

Rambler schooner yacht sold at auction for 4800 dollars

New York notes the Rambler schooner yacht sold at auction today for 4800 dollars to T. G. Sanford acting for a Boston principal. The Rambler, famed as the fastest vessel under canvas, has had mixed success windward since 1876 lengthening. Built in 1871 in New London, she changed owners several times and won the Bren ton's Reef cup in 1872 against Madeleina.

New York T. G. Sanford Boston Sanford New London KE. P. Beckwith J. J. Baucker John N. Forbes Commodore W. H. Thomas Mr. Forbes Madeleina Jacob Voorhis, Jr England Genesta Commodore Bennett Coronet Dauntless Rambler

Governors council inspects Danvers asylum makes appointments

The Governor and council completed their annual inspection of the Danvers insane asylum. Frederick W. Putnam of Cambridge is named commissioner of inland fisheries and James N. Wolff of Boston becomes trustee of the Massachusetts School for the Feeble minded. The council also sought a Supreme Judicial Court ruling on civil service rule amendments tied to the soldiers' exemption act and veterans' preference.

Danvers Frederick W. Putnam Cambridge James N, Wolff Boston Massachusetts School James M.trotter Washington Supreme Judicial Court Civil Service Commission Civil Service Commissioners

City notes on printing appointee and local projects

The committee on printing reappointed W. O. Robson as official city stenographer. A new brick station is planned at Roxbury by the Boston & Providence Railroad. Buildings 645 and 647 Saratoga street to be vacated for sanitary reasons. Governor Ames and executive council members visited the Danvers Insane Asylum.

Committee On Printing W. O. Robson Roxbury Boston & Providence Railroad Company Saratoga Street Board of Health Ames Executive Council Danvers Insane Asylum Nantasket Reeves Clarence Pullen Mexico Ocean Side Magnolia Masconomo Manchester- by-the-Sea William Perkins Harvard College Boston Asylum and Farm School Boston Marine Society Boston Young Men's Christian Union Consolidated Street Railway West End

East Boston postmaster honored with gold hunting case watch

Benjamin J. Sullivan, newly appointed post master for East Boston, was banqueted at Webster House by Emmet Associates. Daniel P. Doyle acted as toastmaster as Sullivan received a $150 gold hunting case watch. James Mullen, Charles P. McGuire, Nicholas H. Quirk, Charles F. Rich, William Craig and others toasted him and extended best wishes for prosperity and a long term.

Benjamin J. Sullivan Boston Webster House Emmet Associates Daniel P. Doyle Sullivan James ‘. Mullen Charles P. McGuire Nicholas H. Quirk Charles F. Rich William Craig Mr. Sullivan

Ordination At Central Square Baptist Church Cambridgeport

Herbert L. Caulkins, a Newton Theological School graduate, was ordained to the Baptist ministry at first Baptist Church Central Square Cambridgeport last evening. The ceremony included readings by Rev. W. S. Apsey sermon by Rev. Alvah Hovey and ordination prayer by Rev. H. K. Peryear. The charge was given by Rev. James MecWhinnie and handshakes by Rev. George E. Horr Jr. Caulkins has preached since 1888 and now serves as acting pastor of Inman Square Baptist Church Cambridge.

First Baptist Church Central Square Cambridgeport Herbert L. Caulkins Newton Theological School W. S. Apsey Alvah Hovey H. K. Peryear Clinton George E. Horr, Jr Charlestown James MecWhinnie Caulkins Inman Square Baptist Church Cambridge

Marriage Unites Frank H Chapman and Carrie Hastings

Frank H Chapman of Jamestown and Carrie Hastings of Cambridge wed yesterday at the bride’s father’s home in Cambridge. Rev Edward H Hall officiated with relatives present. The couple will move to their future home in Dakota.

Frank H. Chapman Jamestown Cak F. L. Chapman Cambridge Carrie Hastings A. J. Hastings Mellen Street Edward H. Hall The Federation of American Fanciers of Lincoln Street H. Wagner Hub Club Boston James MecGauhey Quaker City Club Philadelphia M. B. McGuire Kings County Club Brooklyn L. W. Spangehl Meserole Club F. H. Platt Hudson and Bedford Vicinity W. EK. Johnson Key Port N.J Federation

Burglars Enter Elm Street Home in Somerville

Burglars entered the house of A. T. Dunbar at 44 Elm Street West Somerville yesterday afternoon and stole articles and a sum of money.

A. T. Dunbar Elm Street West Somerville

Fifth annual children's festival week at the Pines

Scores of children visit the Pines for a five day festival featuring new Pyro rama attractions and the Taking of New Orleans becoming town talk. Sunday will host five concerts starting at 11 AM. Next week Tokio Fete Night opening Monday adds more novelty to the program.

The Pines New Orleans

Mystic Park Second Day Racing Delivers Tight Heats and Fast Times

Jack Shepard Jr wins the 2:32 class in three straight heats at Mystic Park as Hy Wilkes takes the 2:27 pace race in five heats. Spectators fill the stands, women out in force, and racing offers close finishes, spurts, and multiple lead changes. Final times include 2:29 percent, 2:80, 2:29 percent, 2:24, and 2:27, with Rex, Miss Ward, Owenee, George Jones, and Captain among the highlighted runners. Event entries list multiple horses and clubs, with judges and officials named.

Mystic Park Jack Shepard, Jr Peter Shepard Owenee Rex Jack Shepard Miss Ward Oweneo Wilkes Beautiful Sporting Captain Everett G Hy Wilkes Joe B George Jones Joe L E. F. Bass A. Woodward G. Rex H. Richardson B. m. Owenee H. Woodruilf C. H. Hadley B. G. Peter E. Carpenter JT. Johnson B. G. Hy Wilkes B. G John Trout James Golden E. H. Bass G. Joe H. C. Rankin B. G. Everett C. K. Drew Joseph Churchill J. H. Sparks Lowell Thomas Mayfield Carpenter Ramsey N. J J. H. Rowley Providence Victor J. H. Rowley Donald T. D. Marsh Great Falls Frank Patchen Wm. Covill Schenectady N. Y O. Mathieu Boston Columbus A. W. Moulton Aliston C. G Medford G. Geo. Jones

Fire at Roxbury home, suspected incendiary robbery

Fire at 53 Waverley Street Roxbury began in a second floor closet housing a valise with silverware valued around 700 dollars. Neighbors report seeing a person in the front room about 10:30 Tuesday night while owner was away in Swampscott. Fire officials suspect arson aimed to steal valuables.

R. M. Warshauer Waverley Street Roxbury Warshauer Swampscott Boston

Dorchester burglars arraigned in court

Four Dorchester burglars named as Robert Hurst Robert Moore George Booth and James Campbell were arraigned in Dorchester court yesterday morning on charges of breaking and entering. A preliminary examination was held and Judge Churchill ordered them held for the grand jury with bail set at 1300 for Hurst and 400 for Moore Booth and Campbell.

Dorchester Robert Hurst Robert Moore George Booth James Campbell Hurst Eee Churchill J. Campbell

Hot Weather Is Upon Us Reduce the Drudgery of Wash Day

A dated plea urges readers to ease laundry chores in the heat by using Pearline soap. The advertisement emphasizes saving effort and time during hot weather. Pearline is promoted as a household staple to tackle everyday washing tasks efficiently.

Annual Congress of the Federation Held in This City

A gathering of federation leaders concluded with reports on regional progress and policy pledges. Delegates from member organizations met in the city to discuss initiatives, elections, and upcoming events.

The Federation

Judge Barker Rules on Hopkinton Cider Case in East Cambridge

In a test of the 1887 law, Judge Barker of the Superior Court at East Cambridge ruled yesterday that W. W. Claflin, a Hopkinton farmer, was the maker of the cider produced at a mill he did not own and may keep and sell it provided the cider is not consumed on the premises.

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