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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

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Jul 28, 1886

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Senate Postmasters Nominations Spark Political Removals

Senate committee exposes political removals and appointments for Indiana postmasters. Senate spends day in secret session while House keeps amendments on river and parlor bill, with further conference ordered. Pacific land forfeiture bill passed with amendments and conference requested. Cabinet views cut Senate Morrison resolution, and Paymaster Thompson charges dismissed. Allen nomination attacked by oleomargarine interests. Gustave Liebman vanishes from Cottage City signal office. Sylvan Stream prank suspected. President signs naval appropriation. hop crop fails. Ardrew Green hanged in Denver. Galatea and Azores sightings noted. Wyoming drought fears rise. Squire workers return. Salem bottle rumor debunked. Anarchists trial voices support incendiary claims. O'Connor arraigned. remanded without bail. George P. Cox and Charles Francis Conant die. A Southern woman commits cannibal picnic crime. A loaded revolver found in Fitchburg car package. Gold discovery rumors persist near Abingtons. Knights of Labor delegate pelted. Lawyer William M. Bruce in Canada, losses. Jaehne case decision delayed to October. Barnard mill spinners strike. Worcester suffers $30,000 fire. Baptist Publication Society cashier Pierson embezzles $30,000. National Veteran Militia Association meets. Massachusetts groups attend.

Senate Committee On Post Offices Indiana Senate House Morrison Potter Thompson Lancaster Congressman Allen Gustave Liebman Cottage City Ardrew Denver J. Beaver Webb Azores Wyoming John P. Squire Salem Baker’s Island O’connor Lawrence George P. Cox Malden Charles Francis Conant Cambridge the Treasury Fitchburg Abingtons Knights of Labor Hertford William M. Bruce New York Canada New York Court of Appeals Jaehne Barnard Mill Fall River Worcester William P. Pierson American Baptist Publication Society National Veteran Militia Association Massachusetts

Unprecedented Cold Saps Labrador Fishermen

Latest reports from the Labrador coast describe great suffering among native fishermen as the season remains exceptionally cold. Straits of Budson's Bay are reported frozen with scarce open water for vessels.

Temperance Clubs Meet in Charlestown amid City News

The Massachusetts temperance reform clubs held their quarterly meeting in Charlestown. A rainy day stopped the Boston on Philadelphia game while the Public Garden century plant blooms. Municipal Court begins molasses adulteration cases as stock market stays active and money tight with Jeans at 7 percent. New York and New England declares dividends on preferred stock as Mexican New York and New England Union Pacific and Wisconsin Central show strong features. Eastern weak overall. A footpad’s failed hold up ends with the robber wounded. bystander held no risk.

Massachusetts Temperance Reform Clubs Charlestown New York & New England Union Pacific Wisconsin Central Eastern North Street

Horrible feast at colored picnic shocks Savannah

A Savannah dispatch reports a grisly Tatnall county incident where a colored picnic cook murdered and prepared a child for diners. Half of the remains were salted in a barrel. the other half was served. Victim and assailant identities are given as Black, with mob vengeance ensuing.

Savannah Tatnall County

Weather forecast by region across the Northeast and South

July 27 Washington reports indicate Maine to Connecticut will see fair weather and slightly warmer temperatures with variable winds. Eastern New York to New Jersey expect fair conditions with steady temperatures and variable winds. DC Maryland Delaware and Virginia face local rains then stationary temperatures and variable winds. The Carolinas and Georgia see light local rains then mostly stationary temperatures with variable southerly winds. Western Florida, Alabama and Mississippi trend from local rains to fair, warmer weather with variable winds. Louisiana through Texas see local rains followed by fair conditions and stationary temperatures with variable winds.

Washington Maine New Hampshire Vermont Massachusetts Rhode Island Connecticut New York Pennsylvania Pennnsylvania New Jersey District of Columbia Maryland Delaware Virginia North Carolina South Carolina Georgia Florida Alabama Mississippi Louisiana Arkansas Texas

Weather Summary for Boston July 27 1886

Boston weather report from the official station lists hourly readings with temperatures up to 77 degrees and a mean daily temperature around 72 to 77. It notes humidity around 87 percent, dew point near 68 degrees, variable wind from southwest to west, and light precipitation late in the day. Continuous barometer around 29.71 inches with clear to fair conditions at times.

Boston Siexat Service Ikenter

Weather Record Yesterday Up to 110 P M Across Stations

Observations across multiple stations were taken at the same moment yesterday up to 110 p m. The meteorological record notes conditions, temperatures, and prevailing weather patterns at synchronized times, compiling a statewide snapshot of the day’s atmospheric state.

Senate Debates Surplus Resolution and Postoffice Nominations

Congressional actions show the Senate undecided on the surplus resolution with amendments likely to be vetoed by the President. House resolutions seek to strike several canal and river improvement items. Northern Pacific land forfeiture progresses, and interstate commerce debates continue with substitute bills rejected. Major figures include Willis Hiscock McMillan Reagan and party dynamics influence adjournment timing.

House Portage Lake and Lake Superior Ship Canal Senate Yeas Willis Conferrees Hennepin Canal Pays Sturgeon Bay Lake Michigan Ship Canal Hiscock New York Mississippi River Ohio River Mississippi River Commission McMillan Tennessee Potomac River Payon Illinois Reagan Texas Committee On Commerce Mr. Hiscock

Senate adjournment move with canal amendment showdown

The Senate adopted a resolution to adjourn on Saturday signaling intent to continue into Sunday and Monday if the House agrees. House narrowly rejected the canal amendment to the river and harbor bill, and Illinois voices threaten to vote against the bill if the Hennepin canal is omitted, jeopardizing passage.

Washington Senate House Illinois Hennepin Canal

Not Sustained By Evidence In Naval Fraud Probe

Captain Potter’s report on charges by U S Consul Siler against Paymasters Hobbs and Thompson at Cape Town finds no sustenance in the evidence. He cites thorough inquiry showing supplies bought at lowest prices after free competition, with Cape Town residents affording affidavits endorsing honesty of dealings.

Washington E. E. Potter South Atlantic United States Siler Cape Town Hobbs Juniata Thompson Lancaster

Northampton Democrats Press Watson Postmaster Nomination

A Northampton Democrats delegation heads to Washington to urge President to withdraw Arthur Watson’s postmaster nomination. They favor Whitback and cite mixed support. Senate action has stalled for over six months. Some party members voice concern while business leaders in Northampton approve, and similar unease surrounds West Gardner’s Upton nomination.

Washington Northampton Arthur Watson Senate Whitback Watson West Gardner Upton

Secrecy Removed in Indiana Postmaster Nominations

Washington July 27 The Senate committee on post offices and post roads reports secrecy removed from nominations of Indiana postmasters created by suspensions. Findings praise some appointees as high character while citing purely political charges in others and endorses confirming all nominations.

Washington Senate Committee On Indiana Daniel W. Krisber North Manchester Shelby Eaton M. M. Harvey John B. Mitchell New Albany Charles J. Harvey Mt. Vernon Stephen Linley Robert M. Roberson Tipton Joshua Ernst Uriah Colson Sullivan, Ind Kleiner Herman Freygang Angola Francis McCartney McCartney Charles E. Ferris Winchester W. H. Hart Frankfort Ind Alfred P. Bone Shelbyville Bone S. L. Major Major Senate Frank C. Morbaugh Cambridge City Juliet M. Jones George Reed Peru William P. Haile Henry W. Cook Michigan City John H. Peters

Senate Pensions Vote and Secret Session Report

Senate business in Washington notes Aldrich reported back two vetoed pension bills with recommendations to pass. Blair will seek action on vetoed pensions Thursday after the morning hour. The Senate held a secret session from 11:45 to 5:35, after which doors reopened and the body adjourned. Finance committee amendments to Morrison surplus resolution grant the Treasury discretion to buy bonds down to 100 million, keep 20 million as working balance, and suspend payments if the public credit is endangered.

Washington Senate Finance Committee Secretary of the Treasury Treasury Department Senate Business Aldrich Committee On Pensions Blair Harris

River and harbor appropriation bill faces continued clash

Washington July 27 Mr Willis of Kentucky from the conference committee on river and harbor appropriation bill reported continued disagreement. He then offered further measures to resolve the dispute.

House Transactions Washington Willis Kentucky Conference Committee On the River

Seney of Ohio to back anti civil service plank

Congressmen Seney, renominated by Democrats in Ohio's fifth district, vows to support unconditional repeal of the civil service law and oppose funds to enforce it. He argues that victors deserve spoils. The district gave a 5600 Democratic margin in 1872, signaling likely re election.

Seney Ohio Wahington Jspecial

Will Becomes Law Asserted By Missouri Allies

Speaker Carlisle and Representative Hatch of Missouri predict the oleomargarine bill will become law. They say if the President is advised of unconstitutionality he will veto, but the odds favor passage without his signature.

Washington Friends of the Carlisle Hatch Missouri

Springfield Armory Milling Shop Funding Questioned

Washington briefs note that a 30000 dollar milling shop item in the sundry civil bill was non concurred by House appropriations. Governor Long anticipates conference approval. Internal Revenue progress includes Pratt’s Boston district filing. Whiting returns improved. Manning may visit in October to resume Treasury duties. The President approved naval appropriation measures and thirteen private pension bills.

Washington Springfield Armory House Senate Long Internal Revenue Pratt Bureau John E. Fitzgerald Boston Whiting Holyoke Manning Treasury Department

Favor the Senate Schemes

Washington July 27 cabinet members discussed the Morrison surplus resolution. They backed views by Acting Secretary Fairchild before the Senate finance committee. The president would prefer ongoing policy on bond redemption but would not oppose the Senate amended resolution increasing the reserve and allowing temporary suspensions to safeguard government credit.

Senate Washington Morrison Fairchild Senate Finance Committee Secretary of the Treasury

Indian Commission Appointed to Negotiate Lands

A three member commission led by John W. Wright Bishop H B Whipple and Charles F Larrabee has been appointed to negotiate with tribes in Minnesota northern Montana Dakota Washington and Idaho to reduce reservations and settle land matters The work aims to open large tracts to settlement benefiting both settlers and Indians They will depart for the West in the coming days.

Washington John W. Wright Tennessee H. B. Whipple Minnesota Charles F. Larrabee Indian Office Secretary of the Interior Montana Dakota Idaho

Nominations to Senate include eight postmasters named

The President sent nominations for Postmasters Everett Brewer at Bar Harbor Maine George Mooney at St Albans Vermont Agnes Smith at Stockbridge Massachusetts and Henry Baker at Rockland Massachusetts The Senate confirmed George C Munson as assayer of the mint Denver R Upshaw of Texas as Indian agent Tongue River Montana and L F Spencer of New York as Indian agent Rosebud Oak

Washington Senate Everett K. Brewer Bar Harbor George T. Mooney St. Albans Agnes J. Smith Stockbridge Mass Henry A. Baker Rockland George C. Munson Denver Upshaw Texas Tongue River Mont

Sunday School Assembly in Fram ingham

In South Framingham on July 27 several talks and events drew active audiences. Spaulding presented Rome’s ruins, Barnard led a lively Chautauqua Town and Country discussion, Dunning conducted the thirteenth normal hour, Churchill readings drew listeners, a grand concert pleased attendees, and a farewell service is slated for 9 a m tomorrow.

South Framingham Spaulding Rome Barnard Dunning Churchill

Father searches woods for missing child in Lowell

Gilbert Reding and his five year old daughter went berrying in a vacant field near woods when the girl separated from her father. A thorough afternoon search failed to locate the child by late in the day.

Lowell Gilbert Reding Berrying

Lane’s Examination Near as Bank Seeks Settlement

Abington National Bank directors hold daily meetings with Bank Examiner Gatchell and Judge Asa French present. With Lane’s examination looming and no settlement offered, directors express confidence in his friends’ advances though only verbal promises exist. New developments expected at tomorrow’s meeting.

Abington Abington National Bank Gatchell Asa French Lane

Dr Woodworth's Strange Box Found in Fitchburg

A train from South Framingham delivered a package marked Dr Woodworth Fitchburg. It was taken to Superintendent Marshall, opened by Dr Woodworth to reveal a loaded five barreled Defender revolver and a string arranged to discharge it if opened, but the string had broken.

DR. Woodworth Fitchburg South Framingham Old Colony Marshall

New Premier in Britain Faces Irish Policy and Liberal Unionist Pact

London reports a Carlton Club gathering where Lord Salisbury outlined the Conservative approach with Liberal Unionists. W H Smith named chief secretary for Ireland, Hartington declined premiership yet pledged loyal support, and talks of a war department corruption inquiry surfaced amid coalition expectations. Over 400 Tory peers attended, with strong applause and secrecy urged on policy details.

London Marquis of Salisbury Lord Randolph Churchill Michael Hicks-Beach Lord Salisbury Ireland Lord Hartington Goodwood Marquis W. H. Smith Marquis of Hartington Arthur Loftus Lottenhall Winchester Earl of John Robert Mowbray Oxford University Henry Thurston Holland Hampstead Lord Iddesleigh House of Commons Army and Navy Club War Department Lord Alcester Shaw-Lefevre Admiralty Woodall Ordnance White Armstrong Company Goschen

Amsterdam Riots Kill Dozens as Police Crackdown

Amsterdam reports say about twenty killed and eighty wounded in riots over the eel killing games. Wounded include forty-two police and soldiers. figures may understate actual casualties as many were removed from the scene. By noon today mobs began to regroup to renew attacks on police.

Amsterdam Lss

Miscellaneous Matters and International Quips

Negotiations continue between England and France over the withdrawal of French troops from the New Hebrides. English steamship lines refuse passage to Greek gypsies who arrived in Liverpool seeking emigration to America. Rich gold mines found in the Cordillera de Aranco Chili. Tiree crofters remain armed with 300 guarding the coast to deter a landing. De Freycinet plans sending French youths to Madagascar to learn Malagasy as interpreters. Peru voids a Dec 16 1884 Jesuit property decision and declines recognition of the Jesuits as a religious order. It is the twentieth anniversary of the 1866 Atlantic cable being laid and opened.

Labrador Budson’s Bay Lord Salisbury War Department Amsterdam England France New Hebrides Chili Scotland Archbishop Fabre Montreal New Hebrides Liverpool America Cordillera de Aranco Tiree de Freycinet Madagascar

Minister pelted by rotten eggs in labor dispute

In New Haven on July 27 Reverend F W Richards of Naugatuck, a Knights of Labor delegate, was pelted with eggs at Prospect by Deacon Erastus Coggeswell his wife and son. Coggeswell party arrested and to be tried at Hotchkissville next week.

New Haven Conn F. W. Richards Naugatuck Knights of Labor Middletown Prospect Erastus Coggeswell Hotchkissville Coggeswell Benjamin F. Glidden Typographical Union Journal and Courier

Funeral arrangements for Hubert O. Thompson delayed

In New York on July 27 the Thompson funeral is not yet set, Rev Dr Sew ard asked to officiate but is away and has not replied. No visitors were admitted to Mr Thompson’s room at Worth House today, though Hedden, Beattie, Keenan, Creamer, Murphy, Stokes, and Ecclesine called.

New York Hubert O. Thompson Seward Mr. Thompson Worth House Hedden Beattie Keenan Creamer M. C. Murphy Edward A. Stokes Ecclesine Worcester Franklin Square Joseph Sargent H.W. Denny & Co Mason Brush Works J. A. Hessler E. A. Converse P. A. Thompson J. H. Murphy J. A. Allman H. W. Denny Citizens’ of New York Commercial Union of London Merchants’ of Providence National of Hartford Germania of Northern of London Fireman’s Fund of Phenix of London Imperial of London Northern of London Hessler & Co First National Fireman’s Fund Mason Brush Company Tna Hartford North British First National Bank Main Street

Anarchist Trial Hearings Detail Haymarket Testimony

Whitin Allen and other reporters describe the Haymarket gathering with Parsons and Spies among witnesses. Testimony portrays the crowd, the speeches, and the police response as prosecutors build a chain of evidence. the afternoon session adds no new startling disclosures beyond linking the defendants to the alleged acts.

Parsons Jay Gould Jay Zepf McKeogh Haymarket E. E. Owen Randolph and Halsted Streets South Side Mayor Harrison Schwab Harrison Fielden H. QO. Heinman Halstead Streets Balthauser and Rau

Unprecedented Arctic Weather Traps Labrador Residents

The schooner Barrett arrives with dire news from Labrador as a two week ice blockade traps 620 survivors at York harbor. Five inland families reach safety from Sandwich Bay after a 100 mile sled journey. A massive ice mass sours relief efforts and reports of Hudson Bay frozen over. Death toll estimated at 3500 amid relentless cold and shifting coast ice.

St. Jouns N. F Barrett Labrador York Harbor Northeast River Sandwich Bay York Bay White Bay Hudson Bay Strait

Waiting for the Cutter in Marblehead Harbor

Heavy showers moved through Marblehead today as southeast winds eased. By sunset the weather turned cool and pleasant. Numerous yacht parties and pleasure crowds gathered along the rocks and shores while no new arrivals appeared and the tug’s eastward trip remains unresolved with the English cutter missing.

Custer Marblehead

Dry Wyoming season follows snowless winter report

Reports from Wyoming Territory indicate an unusually dry season after a snowless winter with little rain to July. Eastern sections have seen cloud bursts and heavy rains, but central and northern areas suffer drought. grass is fair and stockwaters sparse, and many half starved Texas cattle face likely losses next winter unless feed improves.

Cheyenne Wyo Wyoming Territory Wyoming Union Pacific Montana Texas

Connecticut Prohibitionists Pick State Ticket

Seventy five delegates at Hartford meet and decide on a state ticket to be nominated tomorrow. The Rev Samuel B Forbes of Rockville would be Governor, P M Augur of Middlefield Lieutenant Governor, John A Rockwell of Norwich Secretary of State, Joseph A Lewis of Willimantic Treasurer, Thomas H L Talcott of Glastonbury Comptroller.

Connecticut HartFord Conn Samuel B. Forbes Rockville P. M. Augur Middlefield John A. Rockwell Norwich Joseph A. Lewis Willmintic Thomas H. L. Talcott Glastonbury

Colorado rainfall eases drought damage across state

Denver reports frequent recent rains in Colorado have reduced feared crop losses. Only the Platte valley saw serious trouble, now cleared. Eastern crops recover, western and southern areas unaffected, while New Mexico plains remain dry and cattle suffer but do not perish.

Denver Col Colorado Platte Valley New Mexico

Public Hanging in Denver For Murder and Robbery

Andrew Green, a 24 year old Black man, was publicly executed in Denver for the May 19 murder of street car driver Joseph C. Whitnah. The crime was committed to obtain money. Accomplice Kansas Withers received life imprisonment. Green confessed from the gallows but died due to faulty execution apparatus before death could occur by strangulation.

Denver Col Andrew Green Joseph C. Whitnah Kansas

Angelo to present Italian opera with own company at Academy

New York July 27 Special. Signor Angelo once Colonel Mapleson’s business associate secured a five week lease of the Academy of Music for five weeks starting October 18. He plans to present Italian opera in this country next winter and satisfied the Academy’s directors on his financial responsibility.

New York Signor Angelo

From Prize Ring to Wedding Ring in East Portland

Portland July 27 Jack Dempsey middleweight champion married Maggie Brady at St Francis Catholic Church in East Portland. Newlyweds plan a bridal tour to San Francisco and Dempsey announces retirement from boxing to pursue business on his return.

Portland Ore Jack Dempsey St. Francis Catholic Church East Portland Maggie Brady Dempsey San Francisco

Hop crop in New York ruined by rain nationwide

Cana JoHarie New York July 27 The final hope of New York hop growers has collapsed as heavy rain ruined the crop. Market prices for Good 85 hops have dropped to 30 to 32 cents from 6 to 10 cents just six weeks earlier.

Canajoharie N. Y New York

War or Peace in Mexico-Trouble Shapes US Relations

From El Paso to Paso del Norte troops are visible atop high ground near the cathedral amid rising tensions. Consul Brigham reports no official guidance yet as Washington and Mexico City exchange messages. Mexican officials, press and leaders warn war could erupt if demands fail, with local leaders calling for modernization of laws and cautioning against animosity.

Paso Tex Brigham Washington Mexico Paso del Norte Unda Maximilian United States England Atlantic Gulf Senor Escapor el Paso Sen Escapor Chihuahua Senor Fr. F. Romas Senor Rincon Bingham Observador Frontera Cutting Francisco N. Romas Republic Torres Sonora

Bayard Sees Satisfactory End To Cutting Case

Secretary Bayard voiced confidence that Mexican authorities would do right in the Cutting case though unsettled conditions might delay action. He said pending negotiations should lead to a satisfactory termination.

Washington Bayard

Lawyer squanders $850000 in stock scheme flees to Canada

New York reports lawyer William M. Bruce of Niles and Bruce, aged about 35, defrauded estates of at least 85000. He admitted from Montreal that he used office fees and estate funds to speculate in stocks and live fast. His wife and four children remain in Vermont as Bruce may be brought back to answer for losses.

New York William M. Bruce Niles & Bruce Canada Springfield Bruce Dominion Montreal Niles

Spinners Strike at Barnard Mill Over Heat and Wages

FALL RIVER July 27 spinners at Barnard mill walked out over poor work and low wages. Secretary Howard met them in Spinners Hall then the Spinners Union executive held a long session. Tomorrow Howard will confer with mill management to seek an arrangement. if unresolved, a special union meeting may back the strike.

Fall River Barnard Mill Howard Spinners’ Union Barnard

St. Louis Club Members Quarrel After Game in Baltimore

After a St. Louis club game in Baltimore two players clashed over a mascot request. Latham struck Robinson in the neck and Robinson dragged him away, leading to a hotel confrontation. Robinson was fined 50 dollars, Latham reprimanded.

Baltimore St. Louis Latham Darkey Comiskey Robinson Club

Creditors Setliabilities of Hoyt Fogg Denham Firm

In Portland Maine this July 27 creditors of Hoyt Fogg & Denham stated liabilities just over 24000 with nominal assets 19000. A creditors committee of George H Watkins Prentiss Loring W E Gould A W Coombs and H W Richardson was formed to confer with the assignee and partners to seek a plan for continued business.

Portland Hoyt, Fogg & Denham George H. Watkins Prentiss Loring W. E. Gould A. W. Coombs H. W. Richardson

Abington Visitors Probe Alleged Gold Lodge Relics

In Abington on July 27 crowds gathered at the site of a supposed gold deposit. Visitors collected pieces of a lodge as relics while the land, spanning the highway, is owned by Jacob Shaw C B Shaw and Daniel Coughlin.

Abington Jacob Shaw C. B. Shaw Daniel Coughlin

Now Is the Time to Try Pyle's Pearline for Home Cleaning

A short promotional note urges readers to use Pyles Pearline for thorough simple house cleaning. It markets the product as a reliable aid for household chores, emphasizing ease and effectiveness in daily maintenance.

Pyle

Galatea Possibly Circling Azores Under Lt Henn

J Beaver Webb designer of the Genesta and Galatea arrived in New York aboard the Wyoming. He noted the Galatea’s absence from Marblehead fits Lt Henn’s plan to cruise Azores if weather allowed. Webb will seek Washington and Newport, or Marblehead if Galatea arrives.

New York J. Beaver Webb Wyoming New York Yacht Club Madison Avenue Marblehead Henn England Azores Beaver Webb Washington Newport

Bomb or Joke Divides New Yorkers on Steamer Attack

On July 27 New Yorkers debated whether a bomb attempt against the steamer Sylvan Stream and its passengers was real or a grim joke. Most blamed it on anarchists targeting District Attorney Martine and Col Fellows, while Brazilian consul-general Mendonca avoided alarm. The Sylvan Stream incident prompted an investigation by Alrick H. Mann, head of the company, who pledged inquiries even as crowds filled the sea beach boats. Prince Augusto Leopoldo prepares to sail for Newport, Rhode Island with his party.

New York Martine Colonel Fellows Dr. Mendonca Alrick H. Mann Dom Augusto Leopoldo Newport R. I

Another Good Man Gone Wrong in Baptist Society

Philadelphia July 27 A warrant charges William P. Pierson cashier of the American Baptist Publication Society with stealing and embezzling about 30000 dollars. Pierson, a 20 year employee, was once crippled in a carriage accident and is now under police surveillance at his home. He is married with one child.

Philadelphia William P. Pierson American Baptist Publication Society Pierson Society

Opening of the Summer Meeting at the Cleveland Driving Park

The Cleveland Driving Park opened its summer meeting with a pleasant day, large attendance, and good track. Race results include Jurgs Lynch first in a 1500 dollar match pacing with 1: as shown. TMOY LEV second in trotting for 1000 dollars. Bonnie McGregor and Nobby among notable double team races with record efforts and Major Banks Evergreen team winning the world championship in 1:47½.

Cleveland Jurgs Lynch Charley Fortcr Bonnie McGregor Belle Boas Harry Hoderts Bebulezata Mme. Marantette Major Banks Evergreen C. S. Pierce Oscar Wilde Lilly May

National Veteran Militia Association Holds Third Annual Convention

New York on July 27 reports the third annual convention at Twenty second Regiment Veteran's headquarters. Delegations from Light Infantry, Independent Corps Cadets, Montgomery Guards of Boston, Roxbury Artillery, Charlestown Cadets, Bristol Train of Artillery, Putnam Phalanx City Guards, Hartford, Albany Buffs Corps, Light Guard Detroit, and several New York regiments attended. Officers elected for the year include President Gen. D. W. Wardrope, Vice Presidents Tho B. Gates and H. A. Tyler, Colonel S. Ellis Briggs, recording secretary Frank T. Robinson, financial secretary Adjutant James G. McMurray, corresponding secretary Erastus W. Emerson, and treasurer E. W. Pickering.

New York National Veteran Militia Association Twenty Second Regiment Light Infantry Independent Corps Montgomery Guards Boston Mass Roxbury Artillery Roxbury Charlestown Cadets Charlestown Bristol Train of Artillery Bristol R. I Putnam Phalanx City Guards Hartford Albany Butgesses’ Corps Light Guard Detroit Mich Illinois D.w.wardrope Boston Light Guard Infantry Th’o. B. Gates H. A. Tyler Putnam Phalapx Corjionel S. Ellis Briggs Frank T. Robinson James G. McMurray Twenty Second New York Erastus W.emerson Boston Light Infantry E. W. Pickering

Owen- Gilchrist Wedding Tallies Local Row

In Unpana July 27 special report Fred E. Owen cashier of the Boston Post married Miss Gilchrist sister of composer W. H. Gilchrist and sister-in-law of Rev. Frank Sewell and niece of ex Governor Cox. The ceremony was elaborate and the couple will tour briefly before sailing to Boston.

Unpana Fred E. Owen Boston Post Wes Gilchrist W. H. Gilchrist Frank Sewell Cox Boston

Newborn Named Frankie Cleveland Winter

Cincinnati report notes July 19 birth of Frankie Cleveland Winter to Mr and Mrs Herbert Winter of Newport Kentucky. A letter from Frances Cleveland at the Executive Mansion dated July 23 asks that the child be called Frances or Frank rather than Frankie.

Cincinnati, O Herbert Winter Newport Frankie Cleveland Winter Cleveland Executive Mansion Washington Mrs. Winter Frankie Brances Frank Frances Cleveland

Kansas man found guilty of quadruple murder in first degree

Eni Kan July 27. The trial of Willie Sell charged with killing his father mother brother and sister concluded with the jury finding him guilty of murder in the first degree. The defendant, though pale, showed no emotion as the verdict was announced.

Eni. Kan Willie Sell

Colby University Sees Physics Faculty Shuffles

News in brief reports resignations and appointments at Colby University Waterville Me. Prof Frank Capen resigns as physics professor. Ephron Slayback of the Boston Express faces manslaughter charges after a Bridgeport collision. Trustees elect William E Rogers as physics professor. Sawyer woollen mills workers gain hours reduction. Chicago firm Allen Company confesses judgment for 50000. total liabilities around 275000.

Frank S. Capen Colby University Waterville Ephron Slayback Boston Express Bridgeport Conn Superior Court Sawyer Woollen Mills Dover N. H Barker Tobacco Company

Opposition to Allen grows over oleomargarine tax in Lowell

In Lowell on July 27 a surging Republican bid to derail Congressman Allen emerged. Local meat packers Jewett Swift and Francis Jewett backed a campaign by oleomargarine interests led by Phil Armour to finance a Greenhalge challenge, though Greenhalge declined. If no Republican defeats Allen, oleomargarine foes plan to back a Democrat outspoken against the tax. Democrats celebrate the split as a political twist in the eighth district.

Lowell Allen Edwin C. Swift Jewett & Swift New York Chicago Francis Jewett Frederic T. Greenhalge Greenhalge Greentalge Robinson Ames John Long Hoar Dawes Messrs. Jewett Swift Phil Armour Greenhbalge George S. Merrill Lawrence Lawrence American Merrill

Political notes on Walker letter amid party row in district

Worcester politician J H Walker denounces claims linking him to the Commonwealth Club and forged Bates letter. He says he did not know of the club, never used forged letters, and stresses private judgment over party dictates. The piece appraises Republican senatorial contention and ferry director appointments.

J. H. Walker Worcester North Brookfield Theodore C. Bates Walker Mr. Rice Commonwealth Club Congress Bates Mr. Bates Democratic Party Republican Party Belknaps Bradys Dorseys Republcan Party Republican State Committee State Senate United States Lowell Citizen Duis Boston Advertser State Committee

A Bit of Frankness and Republican Campaign Bowing

A Lowell news excerpt argues Ames may need more campaign funds due to poor public servant qualities while urging alternative candidates like Pillsbury or Lodge for a strong Massachusetts ticket. It notes Dawes opposition, praises Crapp, and urges breaking the state convention preapproval pattern for delegate input and change.

Lowell News Ames

Imposing Ceremonies at Elevation of Archbishop Fabre

Montreal marked the elevation of Archbishop Fabre to cardinal with a morning pallium ceremony at Notre Dame Church. Cardinal Taschereau and clergy arrived by steamer, received addresses from city officials, and led a grand procession to high mass with Bishop Maes delivering the sermon. A banquet followed at Seminary Hall with over 300 churchmen and a 4 PM levee at City Hall.

Montreal Que Notre Dame Church Archbishop Fabre Cardinal Taschereau Cardinal Montsergeur O’brien Papal Ablegate Lynch Toronto Victoria Rifles Maes Seminary

Banks Seek Injunction Over State Tax on National Bank Shares

Syracuse July 27 Judge Wallace heard preliminary injunctions by thirty five national banks of New York to restrain 1885 taxes on bank shares. The suits challenge the constitutionality of the state taxation system under section 5219 RS. If sustained, tax on shares could affect rates in many states. Decision reserved.

Syracuse N. Y Wallace United States Circuit Court City of New York United States New York City Charles W. Wells Fr. W. Whitredge City of New York James C. Carter Thomas Allison George S. Coleman Corporation Counsel’s Office Messrs. Whitredge Carter

Boston Customs Refuse Free Entry For Abroad Trickle

A U S citizen arriving from abroad had a trickle claimed as personal effect exempt from duty. Collector Saltonstall denied free entry until admitting it had been used abroad once. Treasury upheld the importer's claim that the item was in actual use overseas.

United States Boston Saltonstall Treasury Department Roxbury Andrew Moore Thomas Keenan Patrick M. Burton Wendell Street Presbyterian Church Fourth Street South Boston Fienny Reagan Harrison Avenue Albany Street Webber Albany M-Quade New England George C. Soren Court Street Ira Blanchard & Co Nantasket Reeves E. 8 Hunt Messrs Russell & Sturgis Rowe’s Wharf

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