Prank Endorsement at Ohio Republican Convention
Committee on resolutions of the Ohio Republican convention adopts a prank endorsing Sherman for President. An alleged criticism of the President by on Collins is not considered authentic.
28 Jul 1887
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1887
Page
1
Committee on resolutions of the Ohio Republican convention adopts a prank endorsing Sherman for President. An alleged criticism of the President by on Collins is not considered authentic.
In the House of Commons an amendment to limit eviction notice to three years was defeated. Consul-General Phelan calls for captured fishermen to be sent home on the first vessel that sails. The Vatican opts not to interfere with the Knights of Labor. Steam sealer Allebeck seized by U S authorities in Behring Sea.
Fair and warmer weather opens the day while hearings proceed on the horse shoers strike, child employment, and state arbitration. Plans for a new Bussey bridge near completion. Several hundred seniors enjoy an outing at Franklin Park. Jack Shepard Jr wins Beacon Park races and the 2 27 sweepstakes. Nineteenth annual Bunker Hill Yacht Club regatta set for Anguilla Long Island.
Weather bulletin from Washington notes 24 hour outlook starting July 28 at 7 am. Maine to see fair weather with southerly winds and higher western temperatures. Eastern Maine, eastern New England, and eastern New York warmer and fair with southerly winds.
For south eastern New England during the next twenty four hours beginning 12 o'clock Wednesday night fair weather is expected.
In London on July 27 the House of Commons resumed debate on the land bill. MPs including O Doherty and Balfour clashed over a clause limiting eviction notices to three years Menu. The vote ended with 156 for and 212 against the amendment, with Parnell urging postponement.
Rome reports that twelve American bishops asked by the Vatican to advise on church action toward the Knights of Labor voted ten to two against interference. The decision, Nihil Innovetur, was reaffirmed by the congregation and conveyed to Cardinal Gibbons. an American attempt to reopen the issue was declined by the Holy See.
John Boyle O Reilly cites a Rome cablegram from Monsignor Persico praising the Irish people. Persico was sent to Ireland June 27 by the Pope to assess social and political conditions and report back, with the Pope's trust in his judgments and past diplomatic work.
Lord Salisbury spoke in Norwich asserting Liberal success rests on unstable ties between Gladstone and Parnell. He challenged Gladstone's claim that the civilized world condemns England's policy and noted that the government's policy remains in force, accusing Gladstone of offering no clear policy.
London July 27 The Royal Yacht Squadron announces prizes of 500, 200 and 100 for a race from Cowes to Cherbourg then to Eddystone Light and back starting August 8 open to English and foreign yachts. Also Porte to reopen direct Egypt talks and Earl of Aberdeen backs Irish autonomy and Home Rule. Rom Hungary July 27 Catholic university committee to meet August 7 to decide location of new American institution.
Citizens in Washington protest water rate hikes with ex Water Registrar Crane alleging $800000 misused and $50000 illegally taken from the water fund. President Cleveland welcomes a Kansas City invitation for October visit, and other civic matters include the death of Smithsonian archeologist Dr Charles Rau, a Worcester site dispute with Secretary Fairchild, a Lynchburg State fair invitation, and the appointment of William M Stark as collector of customs for New London Connecticut.
The Volunteer and other yachts faced fog and variable winds as Marblehead hosts the twelfth Corinthian Yacht Club regatta. Competitors include Shona, Papoose, Eddy, Billows, Day Dream, Gracie, and Beacons. racing and preparations unfold with crews adding sails and masts. The event draws large subscriptions, while clubs along the coast prepare for a busy schedule. regatta day is set for Saturday with among the fleet the Mayflower Volunteer Thistle and expected participation Aug 25.
United States Consul George reports Souris officials refused to release fourteen men seized from seine boats. Consul-General Phelan orders their return on the first vessel, with U S warships under his command ready to act if needed. In another note, Charles Reed pays a $400 fine for the Annie W Hodgdon customs violation.
Reported plans by General Alger Chauncey M Depew and Henry B Led yard to seek British capital for 7 million dollars of bonds to fund a new Transcontinental railroad. The route would run from Mackinaw Straits to Duluth between existing lines, tapping rich timber and mineral districts. Contracts with Northern Pacific and Michigan Central anchor the venture.
Mrs. Adelaide Boucher of 11 Webster Avenue fainted on Tremont Street yesterday noon with her husband and died within ten minutes at Metcalf's drug store from apoplexy. James Stevenson, an old son of Sergeant Stevenson, drowned while bathing yesterday afternoon off Gouch's wharf. his body was recovered.
The General Society of the Cincinnati held a triennial session at the State House Newport Rhode Island with Rhode Island hosts and a commemorative banquet at the Casino Theatre. Proceedings included electing James Simons temporary chair and the reading of a Governor Fish letter requesting a successor for president-general.
Sherman wins the first day of the Ohio Republican convention in Torrpo as Blaine forces fail to stop indorsement. Key speeches praise Sherman while Foraker accepts Sherman’s terms. Grosvenor’s resolution for full indorsement passes after anti Sherman factions threaten to block.
A despatch from Georgetown P E I reports the Gloucester flaking schooner Henry Wilson went ashore on Launching Point in fog last night. The weather is fine, and she will likely release with little damage.
The Maryland Democratic State convention opened with Arthur P. Gorman presiding and Bernard Carter as temporary and then permanent president. Delegates from counties and districts approved credentials and adopted a platform lauding Grover Cleveland, calling for tariff revision and election-law reform. On the gubernatorial ballot James Hodges led briefly, then Louis Baughman won the nomination, with Frank Brown and Stephen Archer among contenders. Baughman also clinched the controller nomination and William Pinkney Whyte the attorney-general post signaling reconciliation with Gorman.
General Superintendent Adams reports extensive flood damage from washouts between Miller's Falls and Erving. About 120 feet of the bridge collapsed after abutment and piers were undermined. A large labor gang is building a trestle to replace the bridge as crews contend with 12 to 15 foot flood depths and 59 washed out roadbed spots requiring 3000 loads of dirt. Passengers travel by stage amid hazardous roads.
Obituary notes the death of Mrs Wilson Barrett in London after a long illness. The noted actress used the stage name Miss Heath.
The Bath Maine shipyard firm’s stockholders unanimously subscribed funds to cover losses from a recent yard fire. In New York Captain Alexander Vallat of the steamer Alesia was arrested for tearing out berths without port notifying and failing to maintain hospital space. he posted 5000 bail. Riverside Iron and Steel of Cincinnati with officers Harris and Gala assigned 200000 liabilities to John S. Connor. Engineer Nerbert Borland and laborer Daniel O Hearn died from injuries at Aery Maddock tannery explosion in Lowell. Ned Taylor, 11, son of James M Taylor of Bath, drowned while fishing at Squirrel Island.
Concord leaders urge defeat of Hazen bill and passage of Atherton measure to protect state lines. The Lake Shore railroad survey nears completion and Boston and Maine influence risks monopoly with state lines, prompting a statewide printing of a statement to rally opposition.
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