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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1894

Page

6

FALLS FLAT The Whole Scheme Explained in Interviews

The interview series exposes prepublication discounting and public indifference toward a book on Irish affairs. Gargan and Donahoo outline Tory attempts in England to spur a campaign, including alleged plots against Forster and Burke and links to the Phoenix Park murder, with judges cited as carrying out inquiries.

London Times Federation Gargan Times England Parnell Forster Burke Phenix Park Lord Cavendish London Thomas Addis Emmet New York United States Hannen, Day

Publication of Tory book sparks Irish polit ical debate in Boston

The Post reviews interviews with Irish leaders in Boston reacting to a new publication by Tynan. Thomas J. Gargan dismisses it as Tory trickery aimed at undermining Home Rule and the Gladstone Rosebery rise, while Patrick Donahoe offers cautious commentary on Tynan and the piece's political utility.

Tynan County Mayo Post Thomas J. Gargan Massachusetts The Irish Federation Federation Robert Emmet Thomas Addis Emmet New York Mr. Gargan Gladstone-Rosebery Rosebery London William J. Burke Ferries Boston Mr. Burke Burke Patrick Donahoe Pilot Phenix Park the Post

John J. Mc Cluskey Testimonial Tonight At Mechanics Hall

Preparations complete after a grand chorus rehearsal of 630 voices from Boston churches under Alfred De Seve and a 75-piece orchestra with 20 women. Ushers 60 strong held final briefings as clergy appeal for funds and tickets near exhaustion, promising a fitting tribute to a life of service.

Mechanics’ Hall John J. McCluskey Boston Alfred de Seve Gounod B. H. Prendergast Samuel Tuckerman

Boys steal horse and carryall from Goodhue stable

Last Wednesday night a group of boys broke into I. J. Goodhue’s stable at Ferdinand and Winchester streets and stole a horse and carriage. They fled as the team was driven away. An officer with Division 4 arrested 16 year old Thomas Canton of Shawmut Avenue on a warrant alleging involvement. Further arrests expected.

I. J. Goodhue Ferdinand and Winchester Streets Division 4 Thomas Canton Shawmut Avenue

Jubilant Jubilee for Father Gallagher at St Patrick's

Archbishop Williams and prominent clergy joined parishioners in celebrating Father Joseph H. Gallagher's twenty five years of ordination at St Patrick's. A solemn high mass with Mozart's Mass in G and multiple hymns drew a crowd from the city, followed by a reception and a testimonial presented by Alderman John F. Dever.

Joseph H. Gallagher Mt. Pleasant Old St. Patrick's Father Gallagher St. Patrick’s Sunday Post Mozart P. H. McCarron Illinois Edward Dolan Lynn Thomas Laveny New Brunswick James Walsh Dresler Rheinberger Gounod Lewandowsky E. J. McGoldrick John J. Ryan Cambridge Archbishop Wiliams George J. Patterson Arlington Donahy Newton Upper Falls Morris Brookline Morse Everett Sullivan Maiden John Lackney Peoria Ill Quirk Manchester Welsh Woodstock Gallagher John F. Dever

Death by alcohol claimed Charles Grobert in Lynn

Charles Grobert died at his Lynn home on 27 Canridge Street, apparently from excessive drinking. Police were called just before midnight and Medical Examiner Pinkham ruled it an accidental death by overdose of alcohol, with a nearly emptied bottle found in the sink.

Charles Grobert Lynn Grobert Canridge Street Pinkham

Coal Laden Barge Sinks Near New London

Tug T. J. Scully entering New London with five barges lost the James C. Durant carrying 400 tons of coal. The barge split and sank in fifteen fathoms a mile off Sarah's Ledge buoy. Durant is the second barge lost here in twenty hours. Scully voyage from South Amboy to Fall River.

New London Conn T. J. Scully James C. Durant Sarah’s Ledge Scully South Amboy Fall River Durant

Resilient Boston Store Praises Fire Dept Rescue

In the wake of a Saturday night blaze, the Boston Fire Department received praise for a prompt response and the Protective Department’s energetic actions. The store will announce its reopening after settlement with insurers and stock rearrangement.

Boston Fire Department

Constable Guards Pulpit as Greenwich Pastor Stands Firm

In Stamford Connecticut on June 3 a church conflict led to a notice of dismissal for Rev A L Shear of the First Congregational Church of Greenwich Sound Beach. A society majority backed him while a faction aligned with him held an outdoor service led by Shear near the parsonage. He had arrived from Springfield Massachusetts where creditors had attached two months of salary. The society warned he could be arrested if he preached in the church.

Stamford Conn A. L. Shear First Congregational Church Greenwich Sound Beach R. H. Bosworth Brooklyn Charles T. Peck Shear R. J. Walsh Society Springfield Mass

Death and Ruins A Total Loss of 225000 Fire Sparks

OTTNMA Iowa June 3 Fifteen business houses and twenty residences were destroyed by fire starting in Jerry Seymour's cooper shop. Five blocks lay in ruins. James Seymour died and several residents were injured. Loss estimated at 225000 with about one third insured. A locomotive spark is blamed for the blaze.

Ottnma James Seymour Bert Batterson John McCullom Nick Renner Jerry Seymour O. E. Stewart Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad Mr. Stewart Baker Bros

Burlington Fire Ravages Brodie Block on Church Street

A devastating blaze in Burlington Vermont gutted the four story Brodie block on Church Street. Losses totaled about 65000 with 35600 insured. Ground floor tenants M J Levin Co faced a 20000 loss insured for 10000, while Brodie Parker on the second floor reported 7000 stock insured. Upper stories housed Odd Fellows and Daughters of Rebekah lodges with furniture insured up to 2000. Wingate building nearby sustained 1000 damage. Firemen performed valiantly. origin undetermined.

Burlington Brodie Church Street Kelsey & Brodie M. J. Levin & Co Brodie & Parker Odd Fellows Antonia Lodge Daughters of Rebekah Green Mountain Green Mountain Lodge F. H. Miller Hamilton Lodge Wingate Osgood & Reynolds Shaw Barber & Tobey’s

Dedham Blue Laws Restrict Sunday Soda and Cigar Use

Dedham awaits moral reform as selectmen push Sunday restrictions. Soda fountains and cigars are curtailed with plans to curb drinking, even water, to protect youthful morals. Drugstore owners protest, and the Women’s Christian Temperance Union is linked to the ordinance. Only four shops opened today amid shortages and customer frustration.

Dedham Women’s Christian Temperance Union

Buffalo Defeated as Erie Wins Behind Strong Pitching

In Buffalo on June 8, Erie pitcher Herndon started then Dewald relieved him while Mahoney walked batters for Buffalo. Erie backed by solid defense, while Cranby Boyd Van Dyke and Field homered. Final score 14 to 10 in favor of Erie with 14 hits each and Erie making one error to Buffalo’s two.

Buffalo N. Y Mahoney Bisons Herndon Erie Dewald Cranby Boyd van Dyke Toms Sacavaceay Gunson Mahoney and Boyd

Troy Beats Syracuse At Ontario Beach In 13–6 Victory

In Rochester on June 3 Troy outscored Syracuse 13 to 6 at Ontario Beach. Payne was a weak point for Syracuse, while Meakin excelled for Troy. Syracuse fielded well but struggled to hit. Attendance reported as 1500. Final: Troy 13, Syracuse 6. Hits: Troy 18, Syracuse 11. Errors: Troy 8, Syracuse 1. Batteries: Meakin Cahill for Troy, Payne Hess for Syracuse.

Rochester N. Y Troy Syracuse Ontario Beach Payne Meakin Cahill Hess

Complete Stage Celebrities Set Available Now

Over 100000 sold. The full set one to fourteen is ready. Use the Complete Coupon on page two to save time. Complete sets of World’s Fair Midway Types and Around the World Portfolios also obtainable with the Complete Bet Coupon.

Feast of Sacred Heart Celebrated at East Cambridge Church

The feast of the Sacred Heart was celebrated at the Church of the Sacred Heart in East Cambridge yesterday morning with an appropriate sermon delivered by Rev. Father Doyle of New York.

Utah Wins Clyde Yacht Club Cruise Bigly Or Easily

London June 8 Utah won easily in the Clyde Yacht Club cruise held Saturday. Yachtsmen say she can beat anything afloat of her own size.

London Clyde Yacht Club

Fires Destroy Merritt Building Row and Hamilton Mill

In St John New Brunswick two major fires struck within hours. The Merritt building and five adjoining structures burned, with stock and buildings loss exceeding 250000 and insured for 123000. A second blaze at Hamilton's mill followed, completely destroying the mill and causing about 30000 in losses, with the insurance having expired three days earlier.

ST. John N. B Merritt Hamilton

Fire destroys storehouse in Three Rivers

A storehouse owned by W. F. Fillmore burned last night in Three Rivers, containing gee and furniture. Loss estimated at 2500 dollars with partial insurance coverage.

Three Rivers W. F. Fillmore

Blaze Strikes Roxbury Grocery on Marcella Street

Early morning alarm from Box 262 reported a fire at A. H. Small's grocery at 8 Marcella Street Roxbury. Firefighters extinguished the blaze with minimal trouble. reported loss about 500 dollars.

Marcella Street A. H. Small Roxbury

Opposition to the Income Tax Gathers Telegram Support

Evan Thomas, chairman of a New York meeting, reports wide telegram backing against the income tax. Messages come from leaders and officials in Boston, Springfield, Holyoke, Fall River, New London, Providence, Worcester, Bridgeport, Middletown, and Portland, citing business and civic groups.

New York Evan Thomas Boston L. M. Crane Oil Trade Association James Richard Carter The Paper Trade Association L. G. Burnham Boston Associated Board of Trade William H. Sayward Master Builders’ Association F. T. Green Bridgeport Conn Seth H. Butler First National Bank of Middletown Edward A. Noyes D. P. Baxter Portland

Probable death by own action in New Haven case

Alfred Donlon aged 26 of Collis street reportedly attempted suicide by ingesting a large package of Rough on Rats. His two brothers summoned doctors, but Alfred left the house and was not located by late evening. Substantial concern followed as search efforts continued.

New Haven Alfred Donlon Collis Street Alfred

Rhode Island Labor Matters Selects New District Master Workman

In Providence on June 3 the Rhode Island District Assembly No 9 of the K of L held a special session and elected Hon. E. L. Gannon to succeed the late P. H. Quinn, whose expulsion, with T. W. Powderly and A. W. Wright, was announced May 21. Quinn attended, claimed constitutional breach by officers, urged no action against general officers, then left as resolutions deprecating his expulsion passed and forecast his reinstatement in November.

Rhode Island Providence District Assembly K. of L E. L. Gannon P. H. Quinn T. W. Powderly A. W. Wright Quinn Hayes General Assembly

Yachts Gather at Marblehead Harbor for Race Prep

A large fleet anchors off Marblehead Harbor near the Corinthian and Eastern Yacht Club houses including the Avenel and Atalita with crews aboard. By afternoon many yachts sail for Nahant and Boston while steamer Lillie brings hundreds from Plymouth. The harbor fills again at eventide as clubs light up and prepare for upcoming races.

Marblehead Corinthian Eastern Yacht Club Avenel Dick Sherlock Atalita Nash Dr. Wells Marguerite Ada Sylph Alderine Wayward Mystery Gossip Thelma Carmita Brenda Boston Clytie Warren Beverly Shore Goodwin Gloucester John Homan Nahant Lillie Plymouth

Indiana Guards Clear Canneldurg Strikers as Train Is Blocked

National Guards of Indiana arrived at Cannelburg to end coal mine strike interference with coal traffic. Troops, guns, and flags marched along the tracks but found no strikers to confront. Twenty-six strikers were present under a restraining order read by Sheriff Leming. Warranted arrests included W. R. Summers Dick Gade and John Flynn for riotous conspiracy and contempt.

Cannelburg Ind National Guards of Indiana Matthews Leming Heffers W. R. Summers Dick Gade John Flynn Baltimore & Ohio Southwestern Railroad

No More 5 Hour Trains Spark Rumor Denial

President Clark of the New York New Haven Hartford railroad denied reports of an increased Boston to New York train service. He warned that if business conditions worsen, the line would reduce trains rather than add service. He called the Boston newspaper article a mistaken, malice-filled misrepresentation.

New Haven, Conn Clark New York, New Haven & Hartford Boston New York New Haven Road New England Toto

Fatal Runaway Wrecks Woman in Haverhill

June 3 in Haverhill William Collins a known young merchant and former fireman rode with Miss Kate Welsh when a horse bolted on Kenova avenue near Gayle's Park. The carriage overturned in a car track. Collins escaped unhurt while Miss Welsh sustained fatal injuries and died at the hospital.

Haverhill William Collins Fire Department Kate Welsh Kenova Avenue Gayle’s Park Collins

Possible poisoning death found at 24 Prout Street

In New Haven on June 3, 37 year old widower William Mc Carney was found dead at 24 Prout Street. Initial reports suggested heart trouble but authorities now consider it a poisoning case, with the coroner and medical examiner handling the investigation.

New Haven William McCarney Prout Street

American bikers win yard race at Buffalo Velodrome

Americans Bahbker and Nelson finished first and second in a yard bicycle race at the Buffalo Velodrome. In Paris the Prix du Jockey Club, the French Derby, was won by Michael Ephrussi's horse Gospodar in an amateur 2000 event.

Buffalo Bahbker Nelson Michael Ephrussi Paris

Vig rant sighted by steamer off New York

The yacht Vig rant was seen by the steamer State of California from Glasgow at 6 30 p m yesterday, in latitude 41 18 north longitude 66 28 west about 260 miles from New York. The wind was south with a moderate breeze and hazy conditions.

New York Vigrant State of California Glasgow

Park Street church sermon on gambling and social evil

The Rev. I J Lansing preached a fiery sermon against municipal corruption and the social evil at Park Street Congregational Church. He urged action for justice, denounced commissioners, and called for better laws and officials while praising athletic sport as a moral force to strengthen the rising generation. The talk emphasized aiding wronged women and rescuing youths from entrapping vice.

Park Street Congregational Church Tor I. J. Lansing Parkhurst Mr. Lansing Anthony Burns United States

Sermon at Park Street Church Praises Isaiah as Reformer

The Rev. Isaac J. Lansing of Parkhurst of the Hub preached on Isaiah praising the prophet's reforming spirit. He urged moral statesmanship by ministers who teach reform, warning that vague denunciations fade after the stick comes down. An elderly parishioner commented, noting future remarks were expected.

Park Street Isaac J. Lansing Parkhurst Hub Isaiah Lansing

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Patrick Donahoo William J William J.burke P. J.P. Tynan Memorial Day McCluskey Fr. Gallagher Archbishop Williams Connecticut Iowa Dedham Reformers Sacred Heart Dakotah Beecham’s Draggie New York Depot Canal Bt Marblehead Harbor Kate Welch Crisfield Holland Strait Frank Raymond James Jackson Bradshaw Fishing Bay Dorchester County Burxhardt Brewing Co Bock Beer Parker and Btation Streets Rox
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