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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1889

Page

8

Free Religious Thinkers Convene Long Sessions at Tremont Temple

The Free Religious Association held a full day of talks at Tremont Temple with sessions on Nationalism or Socialism and religious instruction in public schools. Speakers included Edward Bellamy M. J. Savage Edwin Mead and Abby Morton Diaz, discussing socialism democracy and church state relations.

Free Religious Association Meiona T. W. Higginson Edward Bellamy Mr. Bliss Gilman William Lloyd Garrison Hinckley Minot J. Savage Edwin LD. Mead Society Boston S Mead Commonwealth Abby Morton Diaz Lughter Edward. Cheney Henry D. Maxson M. J. Savage Pat Mee Mary C. Eastman Tremont Temple Thomas Wentworth Higginson Potter Bellamy Trust United States Colonel Higginson W. D. P. Bliss South Boston Howard M. Dow Finance Committee Peitty Alcott Emerson Lucretia Mott William Ellery Una Dame Robert Dale Owen Wasson Weyss J. W. Hamilton D.D Edna D. Cheney McGlynn

Roosevelt Critiques Civil Service Commission Power and Funds

Theodore Roosevelt told a reporter the civil service commission lacks power to administer oaths and issue subpoenas and is hampered by insufficient funds. He supports expanding the classified service and insists on honest exams and neutral, publicly released lists to reduce party bias in appointments.

New York Custom House National Commission Theodore Roosevelt The Evening Post Commission Washington Indianapolis

Take Care Beware of Pedlers Offering Pearline Substitutes

Warning notices caution the public about pedlers selling dangerous articles in place of Pearline. Local authorities advise verifying product authenticity and avoiding questionable substitutions. Authorities urge buyers to report suspicious vendors to protect consumer safety.

Funeral of Peleg W Chandler in Swedenborgian Church

The funeral for Hon. Peleg W Chandler was held at noon from the First New Jerusalem Church on Bowdoin Street. Rev. James Reed and Rev. John Worcester led services with readings, prayers, and hymns, followed by a Forest Hills burial. Notables including Gen. Joshua L Chamberlain and Bowdoin officials attended. a Suffolk County Bar meeting planned resolutions.

Peleg W. Chandler New Jerusalem Bowdoin Street James Reed John Worcester Mr. Chandler God Reed Forest Hills Cemetery J. K. Smyth E. Rockwood Hoar A. 8. Wheeler George O. Shattuck Alexander H. Rice Samuel F. McCleary M. P. Kennard RK. K. Bishop Judge Saner J. P. Kimball J. L. Carter John Baker John Quincy Adams Thornton K. Lothrop Iuquarus Flagg M. D. Ross Franklin Haven, Jr Edward Haven

Bostons Beat Worcesters In Opening Game Victory

In Worcester yesterday the Bostons defeated the Worcesters five to two. Boston had six hits to Worcester three and committed eight errors to four. Madden Sanders and Kelly paired for the Bostons with Burkett and Wilson catching for Worcester. Philadelphia also won both ends of a doubleheader against Indianapolis, 11–4 in the first game and 4–2 in the second, Getzein pitching for Indianapolis and Peter Wood for Philadelphia.

Worcester Bostons Worcesters Madden Sanders Kelly Burkett Wilson Philadelphia Indianapolis Phillies Getzein Peter Wood Boston Philadelphias R. BH. PO G. Wood Seery Wood Pd Glasscock Fogarty Hines Lo Poe Thompes'na O. Denny Mulvey O Sullivan Phiuragipnias Irwin Oi Hallinan Seecy Wool Wood Decker Hallman Buckley Curry

Trotting at Beacon Park Postponed Races Improve

Beacon Park trotting events resumed after Decoration Day with two competitive races. Inland won the open sweepstakes best 2 in 3 while Persica took the free-for-all after Bijou led the first heat. Time records shown and judges named.

Beacon Park Inland Hazel Kirke Hillside Persica Bijou A. W. Moulton C. G. Inland John Gibbs Hazel Kitk John Kiley B. G A. W. Monro PorRick i. Tess L. G. Trott True Jones Allan Lowe

Census foresees fewer deaf by sound disc inventor

Washington May 31 report claims the 1890 census will show a notable decline in deaf individuals due to the spread of the sound disc invented by H A Wales of Bridgeport Conn. The device’s adoption is credited with improved hearing among the public.

Washington Bridgeport Conn H. A Wales

Parisian collars headline Corise Bros. offer Marie Stuart designs

Lapiges collars feature latest Parisian styles for ladies. Cor ise Bros. & Co. of Troy sell the Marie Stuart and porreine models, highlighted in this issue with designs by Jordan, Marsh, Shepard, Norwell and Emerson.

Corise Bros. & Co Troy Jordan Marsh Shepard Norwell Emerson

Ancient Egyptian textiles arrive at Boston museum

A notable collection of Egyptian textiles including brocades embroideries and towelling material has been delivered to the Museum of Fine Arts. Miss Amelia B Edwards arranged the gift from Mr Petrie who found the pieces in Fayoum during his 1888 researches.

Museum of Fine Arts Amelia B. Edwards Petrie Fayoum Andrew P. Peabody Henry W. Foote King’s Chapel Edward Everett Hale D.D Salem

W A Mullett Convicted In Counterfeit 5 Cent Coin Case

Nelson, J states Walter A Mullett found guilty after days of trial on counterfeit 5 cent pieces charge. He is sentenced to one month in jail and fined $1. The verdict concludes the court session for this case.

United States’ Circuit Nelson Walter A. Mullett

Board of Aldermen Short Session on Water Department Consolidation

The Boston board of aldermen held a brief meeting and adjourned to Tuesday. An item requests study of Monument Square as a park. A report proposes borrowing 60000 to build new Albany street yard shops and auctioning the Federal street works, with proceeds funding Cochituate debt. The school committee seeking 110000 for school site land was referred to finance.

Board of Aldermen Bunker Hill Monument Square Charlestown Water Board Albany Street Yard Federal Street Albany Street Cochituate Committee On Finance

Libel suit over faulty title exchanges in Chelsea and Cambridge

Superior Court records two first-session actions. Francis L. Brown sues Massachusetts Title Insurance Co. for libel on a 25 000 copy circular misrepresenting a Chelsea property trade for a Cambridge title. James McDonald sues Cyrus A. Bartel for 10 000 damages for injuries from a collision near Manchester on August 6, 1885. Opened.

Superior Court Staples Francis L. Brown Massachusetts Title Insurance Company Chelsea Cambridge H. G. Parker J. H. Fiske S. J. Elder James McDonald Cyrus A. Bartel Manchester P.O. Laughlin J. W. Corcoran McDonald Bartol Dann Chem. Elec. L Hodgdon Vv Ssillings. Co Howard North Standard Spiedel Hanagan Food Co O'Neil Feeley Standard Food Co Davis v. Murmier Vy. North Binet Coal, oOo

Orchard Park Extension Plan Backed at City Hearing

A public hearing at City Hall discussed extending Orchard Park by buying 20 000 square feet at the northwestern corner. No opposition arose as supporters including J P Connell of Ward 20 urged improvements and higher nearby land values. The plan, tied to Madison Square in Ward 19 as the nearest park, was referred to a subcommittee after executive session.

Orchard Park City Hall J. P. Connell Ward 20 Madison Square Peter Connell

Elected Officers of Relief Society for Destitute Clergymen

At the annual meeting of the Society for the Relief of Aged and Destitute Clergymen at Beacon street the Rev. A. P. Peabody was named president and Rev. George E. Ellis Rev. John H. Morrison as vice presidents. Edward Hale is secretary and Thomas Minns treasurer with several clergy as directors. The society thanked Helen C. Bradlee for a 10000 gift and noted donations from H. J. Hunnewell Mrs Isaac Sweetser RK C Billings and James Kh Case. Lifemembership was conferred on RK C Humphreys and Rev. Charles F. Dole with the Rev Christopher R. Eliot named life member by parish ladies. Resolutions were adopted on the death of Rev. Henry W. Foote former secretary.

Society For the Relief of No. 25 Beacon Street A. P. Peabody RK. C. Humphreys Charles F. Dole Christopher R. Eliot Henry W. Foote

Insolvency Court Rules on Debtors in Suffolk

In Suffolk County Insolvency Court on May 31 discharges were granted to John H. Osborn, Henry Gustavson, Arthur F. Bowen, Felix Talbot, and Tyler Bros. Louisa M. McCall was denied a discharge. Afternoon sessions set first meetings for debts in Brockway, Hayden, Casey, and Gallup cases. Globe National Bank petition for Edith M. Binney insolvency postponed to June 7.

Suffolk County John H. Osborn Berkeley Street Benry A. Gustavson Restaurateur Arthur F. Bowen Carenter Fairview Street West Roxbury Felix Jr Chelsea Norman Street Boston John F. Nickerson Edwin K. Hayden Blanche Street Dorchester John H. Casey Hollis P. Gallup Dorchester Avenue South S. K. Bayley Globe National Bank Edith M. Binney George H

Prince School at Back Bay Closed Over Diphtheria Outbreak

Mr George R Swasey chairman of the fourth division orders the Prince school closed after four diphtheria cases alarmed parents. More than half the pupils removed. Health board finds no sanitary cause. Workmen overhaul sink pipes during closure to prevent air poisoning.

Prince School George R. Swasey Board of Health

Meeting on Prison Reform at South Congregational Church

A Sunday 8 p.m. meeting at the South Congregational Church Exeter and Newbury to discuss prison reform and aid for discharged convicts. Rev James De Normandie presides with speakers Hernnan W Chaplin Edward J Russell F B Allen Charles W Birtwell and J W F Barnes.

South Congregational Church Exeter and Newbury Streets James de Normandie Society For Hernnan W. Chaplin Massachusetts Prison Commission Edward J. Russell State Charlestown F. B. Allen Boston Charles W. Birtwell The Children’s Aid Sony J. W. F. Barnes State Prison

Grossi Arrested in Harp and Piano Instruments Case

United States District Attorney Galvin to prosecute Antonio Grossi an Italian who induced countrymen to come here swear ownership of six harps and piano organs to evade alien contract labor law and to make false entries. He was arrested yesterday placed under bonds of 1000 dollars trial set for June 7 he has secured counsel.

Grossi

Gilmore Jubilee Concerts Begin Next Week at Me Ghanies Hall

Gilmore's military band of 100 musicians with three choruses and a double quartet of soloists will perform four days of concerts at Me Ghanies Hall starting Wednesday evening with afternoon and evening shows. Seats are on sale at Music Hall.

Gilmore Me¢Ghanies’ Hall Music Hall

New Short Line Vibratory Telephonic Method Promises Reliability

The Pulsion Telephone Company introduces a vibratory, non electrical telephonic method for short lines. It claims accurate, continuous transmission despite tangled or displaced wires. Merchants and manufacturers may use this system at a very reasonable rate.

Pulsion Telephone Company

Western Union embezzlement case set for June session

W B Derby ordered to recognize in 20000 for appearance at the June Superior Court session. Four men Charles Mullen John Harrington Cornelius Griffin and John Hughes bound over in 2000 each for feloniously assaulting and robbing a seaman on Hanover Street. Jennie Knox waived examination on stealing household goods from Mrs. Francis Turner and placed under 500 bonds for grand jury trial.

Curris, Forsakr Adams, Jr W. B. Derby Western Union Superior Court Charles Mullen John Harrington Cornelius Griffin John Hughes Hanover Street Thal Jennie Knox Francis Turner Ashland Street

New Deed of Gift Discussion For America's Cup

The New York Yacht Club reports no fault found with the deed of gift as the Royal Yacht Squadron discusses the challenge at a May 11 meeting. A London Telegraph note says the first race could be sailed September 30 in New York waters, with a committee formed to represent the squadron and no mention of the new deed.

New York

Quincy Yacht Club Hops Scheduled At Houghs Neck

The Quincy Yacht Club house committee announces a series of hops at Houghs Neck with dates June 14 July 9 July 19 August 2 August 14 September 3. Free for members with season tickets available from secretary H M Faxon. non members and ladies pay 75 cents per hop. Dancing runs 8 to 11. Locker rental at $5 yearly available by notifying the secretary.

Quincy Club Quincy Yacht Club Hough’s Neck H. M. Faxon

Great Head Regatta Prizes Announced at Winthrop

The Great Head Yacht Club sets open subscription and sweepstake prizes for June 16 at 1 pm off Winthrop. First Class yachts over 22 to under 28 feet compete for 20, 15, and 10 dollars. Second Class 18 to under 22 feet for 15, 12, 10. Third Class under 18 feet for 15, 10, 5. Distances are 72 miles for first and second class and 6 miles for third. An evening dance follows at the clubhouse.

Great Head

Regattas and Yacht Club Meetings Listed

Notes of interest show today regattas in Larchmont and Quincy with a cash race. The South Boston Yacht Club holds its June meeting on June 5 and Dorchester on June 7.

Larchmont New York Quincy Great End South

Country Club Races at Clyde Park Afternoon Entries Listed

The Country Club offers a spring meeting at Clyde Park with races starting at 2:30 pm. Entries include handicap pony race, handicap sweepstakes, flat and steeplechase events, and a pink coat hunters’ handicap with prizes and weights for multiple stables and riders.

Country Club Clyde Park W. A. Peck B. Forbes Mermaid R. B. Forbes Oh, Mare C. H. Perry Peacock Foxhall Keene Buckshot Billy Brown J. P. Harrington Clyde Stables Our Friend J. Valy Sieip Queens County Stables Zangbar H. Lewis, Jr Delawaré F. Tribe S.eeeees Revolt Gelding Alchemist Jim Murphy H. Lewis Drs Poot J. E. Thayer Duke of Lancaster J. H. Wright Harrodsburg Pytchley Stables Monte Cristo A. H. Barney Pytenley Stables Overstone Pink Coat Hunters G. H. Warren Myopia Hunt Club Ames Parker Silver King Sagamore Stables Mavourneen

Colchis Mining Company poised for large mill capacity in Grant County

In Grant County the Colchis Mining Company reports $2600 net as it expands from ore extraction to a 200 ton per day milling capacity. Experts see abundant low grade ore and strong dividends, with officers' character lending investment confidence despite stock-market concerns.

Silver City Grant County Colchis Colchis Mining Co

Stock Certificates Rule for Minimum Share Issue

No certificates will be issued for less than 25 shares. Stock listed on Stock Exchange and registered at Atlantic Trust Company New York. Price of Stock six dollars per share.

Stock Exchange Atlantic Trust Company N. Y

Twin Mountain House Opens Season At Scenic Resort

The Swin Mountain House sits on a plateau above the Ammonoosuc River with sweeping views of the White Mountain range including Mt. Washington and Mt. Webster. It offers gas heat, bathrooms, electric bells, telegraph service, a livery, orchestra, and sport amenities. The hotel opens today.

Swin Ammonoosuc River White Mountain White Mountain Range Mt. Washington Mt. Webster White Mountain Notch Lafayette Haystack the Twins

Museums Open On Sunday In New York Boston Exchange

Mayor Grant asked Boston for Sunday museum visitation statistics to inform potential Sunday openings. Boston replies that Sunday visits to the Public Library Museum of Fine Arts and zoology museum average 1276, 1276, and higher totals, with favorable public response and access for all social groups, including children.

Grant New York Hart Boston Museum of Arts Museum of Natural History Thomas C

Young People’s Societies organize statewide union

The Shawmut Universalist Church youth groups met to form a state wide federation. Miss Annie Ryder of Medford spoke on The Supreme Gift and Its Responsibilities while E P Stiles of Haverhill discussed A State Union. An inaugural constitution was adopted and officers named.

Shawmut Universalist Church Annie Ryder Medford Supreme Gift E. P. Stiles Haverhill E. A. Batchelder Cambridgeport Church William H. Young Shawmut Avenue Emma Law Gertrude Earle Somerville George L. Lwell Columbus Avenue Gertrude E. Earle Young Fronie 4 Society F. Whitten Lynn William Young

Tours to Yellowstone Park Offer Weeklong Sightseeing

Two Yellowstone excursions by Messrs. Raymond and Whitcomb promise unusually long sighting time with a full week in the park. They highlight advantages of park travel and include additional Northwest sightseeing. Descriptive circulars are available from W Raymond at 296 Washington Street.

Yellowstone Park Yellowstone National Park Messrs Raymond & Whitcomb National Park Northwest W. Raymond Washington Street School Street

Elastic Starch Claims Quick Use No Cooking Needed

The advertisement promotes Elastic Starch as a ready to use starch product that requires no cooking. It emphasizes ease of use and time saving for household laundry tasks.

Adjourned Boston Chamber Meeting on Exchange Building

The Boston Chamber of Commerce will reconvene Monday at noon to review two reports on the erection of an exchange building. A full member representation is desired as a decision between proposed sites may be reached.

Boston Chamber OF Commerce

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