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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1893
Page
4
The spasm of faintness Lizzie Borden felt at the close of Moody's opening in the government case is not seen as a guilty conscience effect. The New Bedford Court House was hot, similar to Boston streets, and after hours of personal questioning, even a strong man might faint.
A brief note calls for compensation from Russell Sage to Laidlaw, the clerk who shielded Sage from Norcross’s bomb. The piece argues Sage’s actions saved the millionaire and that gratitude on Wall Street should follow.
The House advanced the rapid transit bill with radical amendments including a consequential damages principle accepted by a narrow majority. The bill creates Supreme Court appointed commissioners and triggers a public vote in Boston. The 104 to 84 vote signals solid support amid uncertain Senate prospects with one vacancy noted.
President Cleveland calls for a special congressional session in the early fall urging conservative action by business leaders and the nation. He argues American resources and credit are strong, faults are fading, and only prudent measures will restore trust and prosperity. Coolness in finance and reflection among the people are urged.
The Russian treaty now published is praised for greater asylum protection and places surrender decisions in the United States under American justice. Lincoln Bayard negotiated it under Cleveland's administration, and critics overreacted with suspicion of harm.
The author argues the treaty between the United States and Russia should have been disclosed to the public when signed six years ago. Public scrutiny could have prevented current worry and flurry, and the negotiation would not have been kept secret from the people.
The prosecution presents its theory of motive and opportunity for Lizzie Borden in the Borden murder case. New evidence cited includes a precrime conversation, a burned dress, and an axe-head, all circumstantial and to be weighed against claims of Lizzie’s sole opportunity to commit the killings.
The Boston Theatre yesterday hosted graduates from the Perkins Institute showing blind students prepared for practical life as musicians, mechanics, teachers, and tradespeople. The piece emphasizes the public benefit of the institute and its founder Dr Howe.
The Valkyrie’s success boosts British hopes in the America’s Cup races. English victories over rivals at home now seem to threaten Yankee yachts, offering assurance for Britain in the forthcoming contests. Lords Dunraven is urged to win trophies before any foreign challenge arrives.
The piece recalls Governor Russell's toast responses at a banquet and hints this may be his last public greeting. It mentions Boston personalities, a Fire Marshal beard removal, Councilman Sullivan’s civic regard, and a Washington Post transfer for Young Kennedy. Also notes Cyrus Field Willard at a Chicago shoe workers meeting and a local captain’s reporter welcome stance. An ornate golden eagle prize, mounted by H. A. Brush, was presented by F. C. Savage on behalf of A. G. Brush of Fairfax, Vermont.
In Municipal Court Samuel Hoar for the Boston & Albany contests a quick trial over 9 cents owed by the Post. The Post seeks immediate resolution while the road argues for postponement pending Supreme Court guidance. The outcome hinges on court delay and future rulings.
A collection of brief witty lines and quips from multiple papers. The items joke about business teeth coffee streets and office seekers. Notable bits reference a Mayflower pitcher and a rake in marriage humor.
Philadelphia June 6 A pigeon loft will be added to the Public Ledger news plant to bring home copy from distant points. The system follows Mr Childs interest in homing pigeons and a naval service demonstration. A Cramp shipyard core for the cruiser New York will be presented before she departs the Delaware. The birds will deliver reporters copy and ring a bell to summon the copyboy.
Louis Mechim will serve six months for stealing wine from St. Augustine's Church. An old offender in robbing church poor boxes, he was arrested Monday and confined at the House of Industry. He previously targeted St. Vincent's in South Boston last Friday and was under police watch since then.
An advertisement by George W. Da Vys from Somerville endorses trusted ads and original ideas as the best choice for the Post readers. The message emphasizes reliability and local interest in quality content.
The acrostic contest is closed and the winner will be announced once the best entry is selected from the scores of many excellent submissions.
The Boston press previews Barnum & Bailey’s historic spectacle The Golden Wedding at Park Theatre with scenes of Alhambra Palace Isabela and Columbus voyages. Flanking notes mention Baker Opera Company's Rosedale at Grand Opera House and Pauline Hall rehearsals.
Social calendar lists multiple weddings across the city and nearby towns. Entries include Miss Gertrude Jacobs with Gains Mervin in Malden and Miss Amy Etta Bailey with Peter Schwamb in Dorchester, among others at the Church of the Messiah and local venues.
The birth register hints Eula lie as a popular name this season for new young ladies. Mrs Whitelaw Reid helps run a Paris women’s exchange the first of its kind in France. Miss Hewitt of Dobbs Ferry navigated the caravel Santa Maria from Yonkers to Dobbs Ferry. Rumor buys Mary Anderson Navarro may star at the Lyceum Theatre in London during Henry Irving’s American tour. London hosts Saturday to Monday parties. Baroness de Rothschild plans events at Waddesdon Manor. Miss Agnes Reily of the DeWolf Hopper Opera Company marries Woolson Morse next month.
Miss Catherine Powers of Medford married Michael A. Collins of South Boston in a nuptial Mass at St. Malachi's Church Medford. Rev William Powers officiated. Miss Mary Powers was matron of honor and Timothy F Collins was best man. The ushers were Frederick K Brown Bernard Kelley John H Buckley and R J Ciahane. A reception followed at the bride’s parents home on Henderson Street. The couple will reside on G Street South Boston after their honeymoon.
Miss Lizzie M daughter of ex Inspector Mountain and Edward A Hanley of Faneuil Hall market wed at St Peter s Catholic Church Meeting House Hill yesterday morning. Rev Father Rowan officiated. A wedding breakfast followed at Mrs Kate Walsh s home. The couple plan a bridal tour visiting New York Niagara Falls and Bar Harbor then summer at Winthrop Beach before settling in Dorchester.
Yesterday Boston recorded 90 degrees at 1 PM and again at 4 PM with a morning start of 73 degrees. A cooler wave is forecast from the West and expected to bring relief today, as rain briefly touched the evening.
In this city on June 1 Reverend Henry A. Barry joined Thomas B. Joyce and Mary J. Mann. In Newton on June 1 Reverend Daniel Greene united Rodney Moors and Mary E. Boynton, both of Brockton. At Paris Texas May 11 George N. Wells wed Annie F. Hazard, formerly of Cambridge Mass.
At 1 Hawthorne avenue on Saturday June 3 1893 a daughter was born to the wife of J H Graham.
President William F. Warren delivered the baccalaureate address in Jacob Sleeper Hall praising patient waiting and urging graduates to be manifestations of the sons of God. He urged focus on a life that reflects sonship and reassures them that their father will give them the kingdom.
The Machias gunboat trial trip in New London is postponed to Saturday if weather allows. The Government Board of Inspectors led by Admiral Belknap conducted an informal inspection. Tugboats Nina Leyden and Fortune will mark the course, with Machias rehearsals to adjust instruments and verify machinery before the two two hour runs over a thirty mile measured course.
Middletown Conn June 6 The Air Line railroad held its annual stockholders meeting with strong turnout and 25577 shares represented Directors elected include Henry B Hammond General T L Watson S F Loomis E H Trowbridge Lucius Tuttle Henry C Robinson Leverett Brainerd W E Squire Benjamin Douglas and QC Vincent Coffin city residents confirmed for terms.
Governor Morris sent to the House the nomination of Milton A. Shumway of Killingly as judge of the Superior Court for eight years from Jan 14 1894 to succeed Judge Hamersley. The 44 year old Windham county lawyer is a former state representative and senator and the first Republican nominated for a judgeship by Morris.
A Black woman with an old game rings bells in Brookline to locate homes and access residences. If answered she asks to be directed elsewhere or offers an excuse. if ignored she tries to enter. Her motive is theft, with several families losing small sums and valuables. She is middle aged and very dark with pockmarked facial features.
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