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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 29, 1893

Page

2

Talking Shutdown At Boston Manufacturing Group

WALTHAM July 28 At a directors meeting of the Boston Manufacturing Company and the Walttham Bleachery and Dye Works a vote delayed any shutdown to Monday. If suspended, mills may operate one week then close the next, repeating past pattern. The two concerns employ over 3000 people with 65000 spindles across five mill buildings on the Charles River. Capacity is 100000 yards of cloth daily and 150000 dozen underwear pieces, begun ten years ago. Green's watch department at the American factory will not start Aug 7, affecting about sixty workers and more jobs along the 18-size line.

Waltham Boston Manufacturing Company Walttham Bleachery and Dye Works Charles River Green American Watch Factory

Fall River Lowell and New Bedford Anxiety Over Mills

Fall River and surrounding mills face wage and loan pressures with municipal funds scarce. City treasurers in Fall River attempt to negotiate loans in Boston while mills consider wage reductions and temporary shutdowns. In Lynn Thomson-Houston will cut to five days, New Bedford mills examine continued operation with bank support, and Burrillville Rhode Island mills close.

Local Grocers Sanborn Hatfield Assignments Reported

A. R. Sanborn grocer of 50 Timson street assigned to J. F. Newhall with 3000 liabilities and about 2500 assets. H Hatfield grocer of 20 Pear street assigned to J. A. Varnum. debts around 3000, assets small. Failures blamed on tight money. Also reports of Milwaukee banks failing and Great Falls bank suspending amid Helena suspensions.

Seymour’s Chippewa Falls Great Falls Mont First National Bank Helena

Chapin and Co. Satinets Firm Is Assigned to Bookkeeper

Worcester July 28 The corporation E W Chapin and Co manufacturers of satinets at Northboro was assigned to the bookkeeper after Chapin failed two years ago and reorganized. Capital is 59000 and the mill employs 200 to 300 hands. It will be shut down for a time with no statement from Chapin.

Worcester E. W. Chapin and Co Northboro Chapin

Nervy villain stages daylight assault on Everett dealer

A provision dealer, W A Straight of Everett, was attacked yesterday in Charlestown Rutland avenue as an unknown man jumped into his delivery wagon. Straight struck the assailant with a whip. stones and a meat cleaver were used in the ensuing struggle. The stranger fled into Ferguson's market and was neutralized when ejected. Police investigate. description: short, stalky man with bushy beard and red face.

W. A. Straight Everett Rutland Avenue Charlestown Straight Ferguson

Banks to Discuss Boston’s Poor Needs This August

The Rev. Dr. Louis Albert Banks has investigated the immediate needs of Boston’s poor and will discuss them at First M. E. Church on Temple Street Sunday morning. His theme is Our Boston Neighborhood How can we bear one another’s burdens during the month of August 1893.

Louis Albert Banks Boston M. E Temple Street

Siam Seeks Peace With France Amid Cabinet Strife

Bangkok reports Siamese government pressing conciliation with France as tensions ease after flag-raising at Koh-si-Chang. British and German gunboats, merchants, and officials convened to plan riot responses as cabinet dissensions in Paris surface and Lord Rosebery urges moderation.

Bangkok France Koh-si-Chang Franch London Siam Marly-le-Roi Carnot Lord Rosebery England the Central News

Great New England Assembly ends with grand exercises

July 28 Lakeview Massachusetts reports Recognition Day at the New England Assembly. Dr Miller lectured on The Skin Clothing Bathing and Brain Development. The day featured cantata The Holy City and a GA R rally. Dr Jesse L Hurlbut gave the graduation address and diplomas were awarded to about fifty graduates from the class of 1893.

Lakeview Framingham New England Assembly Miller Rebekah Great Assembly Professor Boyd Cambridge Holy City Wadhams Rema Band Boston Golden Gate Mt. Waite St. Paul’s Grove Jesse L. Hurlitt A. E. Dunning Congregationalist People’s University Hemisphere Dom Pedro Brazil Victoria Gladstone Britain France Spain Belgium Norway Denmark Sweden Switzerland Germany Italy Europe Japan United States Africa Congo Free State seCe Dartmont College Mississippi England New Jerusalem Jesus Pilate Jesus Christ God

Laos Town Made Known In Accompanying Picture

A photograph highlights Laos town, signaling its recognition in the current feature. The image underscores the community's character and notable aspects showcased alongside the article.

Laos

Siamese affairs and Bangkok palace in overseas feature

In political circles anxiety rises as Gladstone cancels a visit to Hatchlands while Rosebery conducts foreign office talks. A Siam exhibit highlights Bangkok palace cost, European design, and artisans. notes consular status, US site, and Siamese military advisers. It also profiles Captain Anderson and the educated youth Hluang Borirax Chaturonk.

Gladstone Stuart Rendel M. P Hatchlands Place Guildford Lord Rosebery Foreign Office H. Macarnery London Offt Mouhot King’s Palace Bangkok Orient Europe Legation United States Siam Congress Denmark Captain Anderson Petrel Hluang Borirax Chaturonk

Roberts Receives Glasgow Freedom Before Returning to London

General Roberts has been granted the freedom of Glasgow and plans a Highlands tour before returning to London. The Siamese blockade issue is being discussed by British officials with French confirmation of July 31, while Captain Jones reports Bangkok has seen a July 26 blockade. Rumors from St Johns suggest British warships may be prepared for possible England France hostilities.

Charles Dilke House of Commons Foreign Office Sir Edward Lord Dufferin France M. Develle Captain Jones Siam Deece Bangkok England

Stephen Tebbetts of Harrison Turns 96 in Lynn

Stephen F Tebbetts of Harrison Maine is in Lynn to celebrate his 96th birthday the next day. He stays with his daughter Mrs Nathaniel Gammon and remains hale and hearty for his age.

Lynn Stephen F. Tebbetts Harrison, Me Nathaniel Gammon Mr. Tebbetts

No Caucus For Colonel In Eighth Regiment at Lynn

A Lynn dispatch reports no caucus tonight to elect a colonel for the Eighth Regiment. Headquarters has not issued orders. Officers continue considering candidates Captain Philip Little Colonel Keeler and Major Pew. Supporters of Major Pew vow to split if a second ballot is needed, favoring the other two contenders.

Lynn Hilip Little Keeler Major Pew

To Europe by La Bretagne Boston Passengers List

New York July 28 report lists Boston travelers sailing on the French liner La Bretagne headed for Europe. Included are Mrs V Arrouet and two children, Mrs Jeannie M Carr, Miss L M Cokely, Mrs A H Duff, Miss S H Duff, Mrs F H Marchwald, and coach Peabody among others.

New York Lst of Boston la Bretagne V. Arrouet Jeannie M. Carr Ll. M. Cokely A. H. Duff S. H. Duff Goaehh Peabody

Mishap to the Dimock steamer delays voyage

The H F Dimock, sailing from Boston to New York, reported overheated engine bearings and a bent piston on July 27 at 12 40 a m. The ship paused, cooled, reached Whitestone with one engine, then towed to North River dock. Repairs planned by one, with sailing expected Saturday night or Sunday morning.

New York H. F. Dimock Boston Whitestone L. I North River

Impromptu concert delights Rajah and guests at hotel

After the mayor left, six colored musicians performed on the front sidewalk outside the hotel. They played various instruments and sang plantation melodies, captivating the Indian guests. Mr. Bakshh stood at the main door smoking while the Rajah and party enjoyed the music from their room.

Mr. Bakshh

Death by Own Action Shocks Boston Friends

W H Irving of Boston and Winthrop, a well liked Barrows Cross & Co. employee, killed himself in Chicago on Wednesday. Friends say he battled debt and blues, sought extra work to pay obligations, and had discussed self destruction. His mother resides at the Hotel Pelham. body to be sent east.

W. H. Irving Chicago Boston Winthrop Post Pelham Irving Barrows, Cross & Co Ao Straits

Strikers Indorsed in Carriage Makers Dispute

The Carriage Makers Union No 9 endorsed strikers actions after a dispute at Quinsler's factory over a five hour pay deduction for Saturday half holidays. Thomas's factory reportedly did not implement the deduction. Also covered are Cigar Makers Union 97 delegates chosen for New England label conference, Machinists Harmony Lodge routine business, and Horseshoers Union No 5 Labor Day preparations.

Carriage Makers’ Union Cigar Makers’ Union 97 Type Hall T. F. Tracy J. H. Cannon T. L. Noonan New England New Haven Noonan State Conference of Trades Union Boston Ance S. I. Segal Harmony Lodge International Association of Machinists Harmony eHall Horseshoers’ Union No. 5 Arlington Filals

Secretary Herbert Visits Bar Harbor and Sorrento Tour

Secretary Herbert arrives aboard the Dolphin at Bar Harbor after a Sorrento stop, lunched with Secretary Lamont, plans to inspect shipping at Bath, then return to Washington next Friday. He will skip Machias as planned and stays onboard tonight.

Bar Harbor

Quiet Day at Gray Gables with Presidential Mail Visit

BIZARD'S BAY July 28 This quiet day at Gray Gables had the President at home most of the day except for a noon trip to the village for mail. Mr Cleve land is believed to be finishing his message to Congress. Dr Bryant sailed the bay in the afternoon. J M Forbes arrived from Naushon aboard the steam yacht Wild Duck and visited the President for a couple of hours.

Bizard’s Bay Gray Gables Mr. Cleveland Congress Dr. Bryant J. M. Forbes Naushon

Where is Merrill Manchester mystery of missing banker

In Manchester New Hampshire Charles F Merrill cashier of the National Bank of the Commonwealth is missing after directors suspended him and he resigned as treasurer of People's Fire Insurance Company and Derryfield Savings Bank. Rumors say accounts may be in bad shape. He left on the Boston express and was seen at Haymarket depot. His wife says he needs rest and will return.

Manchester N. H Charles F. Merrill National Bank of the Commonwealth People’s Fire Insurance Company Derryfield Savings Bank Merrill Morrill Boston Express Haymarket Square Charles J. Glidden

North Shore Attendances Rise With Fine Weather

The North Shore crowds grew as sunny weather returned with large turnouts at the Point of Pines Crescent Beach and the Lothian Orchestra. Naval Brigade Band performances and frequent trains fed a lively late afternoon and evening scene with plans for more events and parades including a notable three-day display and a lawn party for St John’s Mission.

North Shore Point of Pines Lothian Orchestra Crescent Beach Naval Brigade Pines Thayer General Taylor Globe Major Buntrey Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company W. H. Stacey A. W. Cobb Young’s Winthrop Mamie Learnard Shaw St. John’s Mission Lawrence Neebe Highlands Winthrop Branch Gaage Ethel Balch Charles E. Landie Bostonians Marian H. W. Chesterton Howard Gould New York Winthrop Yacht Club William JL. Wellman Point Shirley William Hotel Winthrop Edith Beeman Lexington Mary E. Eaton Chelsea Christine Benney

Hood's Sarsaparilla Boosts Health in Cazenovia Woman

Mrs. M Shute of Cazenovia New York reports extreme stomach and side pain with rapid weight loss. After taking Hood's Sarsaparilla she gained flesh could eat heartily and recovered well from distress. The Syracuse hospital advised and she improved quickly.

Syracuse Hood Mshute Cazenovia New York

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