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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1888

Page

8

Sheridan's Struggle Left in Delirium Amid Delicate Recovery

Washington reports General Sheridan's condition remains precarious with recurrent heart failure and severe lung congestion. Dr Pepper and Dr Lincoln arrive as physicians monitor fainting spells, delirium, and oxygen treatment amid partial rallies and ongoing nervous exhaustion.

Washington Sheridan Eneral Sherian Dr. Pepper Linccoln General Sheridan Neral General Sheridan’s Pepper Lincoln

Bowdoin Square Tabernacle Opens Bright Young Men's Institute

The Bowdoin Square Baptist Tabernacle opens a new chapter at No 5 Chardon Street, inviting wide public access with parlors a library a reading room and employment help plus concerts and classes. Officials led a large turnout with speeches by Edward Judson A S Woodworth and Ezra Farnorth as music and welcome flows drew crowds.

Bowdoin Square Baptist Tabernacle Tabernacle Young Men’s Institute Chardon Street Prome A. A. Lovett A. 5 Stafford Edward Judson New York Woodworth Boston Young Men’s Christian Association Ezra Farnforth Park Street Gyning W.G. Heinrich L . Greenwood

Parker Takes Agency for Democrat Straw Hats at Bee Hive

Tun Parker has taken the agency for the Cleveland and Thurman straw hats. The hats are warranted to fit any Democrat in the country. Visit the Bee Hive at 273 Washington Street to see them.

Parker Tun Harter Cleveland and Thurman Bee Hive Washington Street

Common Council Advances Ords and Adjourns Early

Boston common council last night passed and debated orders on labor payment reserves, a centennial delegation to Ohio in September, and a $4000 expense for June 17 program. Other actions set two weeks’ vacation for ferry workers, hospitality to Catholic Total Abstinence delegates, and a Sept adjournment. Debated water board settlements and an $800,000 Suffolk County Court House loan, all to be reviewed next meeting.

Common Council Robinson Ward 23 Lomasney Ward 8 Reilly Ward 6 Boston Ohio Messrs. Reilly Shaw Kelcher Foss W.J. Mahoney Desmond Total Abstinence Unions of America Babcock Comwoen Cominion Boston Water Board Tremont Water Meter Company Water Board Committee On Finance and Order Suffolk County Court House

Cleveland Denies Campaign Slander With Wife’s Support

Voice from the White House and a note from Frances F Cleveland refute scandalous gossip about President Cleveland and his wife. Mrs Folsom calls the tales foolish, while The New York Times editorial links the pamphlet to William J Berry of the New York Tribune and questions Tribune conduct.

Acquitted and rearrested in Halifix fishing case

Judge Prowse of Newfoundland acquitted Ambrose H. Knight of Boothbay Maine on a bait selling charge lacking evidence. She was arrested again today as fresh testimony is expected. An American schooner, Mary Hontvel of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, arrived from the banks to buy ice and provisions. This marks the first American under the modus vivendi to reach Halifax without enriching Dominion coffers, having already secured a Fortune Bay license.

Hallifax N.S Prowse Newfoundland Boothbay Ambrose H. Knight St. Pierre Mary Hontvel Portsmouth N. H Halifax Dominion Fortune Bay N. F

Funeral for Rev W H B Deasy at St James Church

Funeral services were held for Rev W H B Deasy vice rector of the American College at Rome who died in Rome on April 24. Prayers at 9:30 preceded a high mass of requiem with Archbishop Williams celebrant and assisting clergy. Bishops Harkins Healy Keane and Vicar General Byrne attended. Bishop Healy gave a eulogy. Interment followed at Holyrood.

W. H. B. Deasy American College At Rome St. James’s Church Williams Harkins Providence Healy Portland Keane Virginia Byrne Boston Holyrood

Fisheries Treaty Debate Highlights Rights and Honor

In Was a Hincron on June 7 the tariff dispute stirred a heated fisheries treaty discussion. Mr Lodge attacked executive action, urged that the treaty cedes rights and harms national honor, while Mr Cogswell and Mr Russell defended the commission, arguing no rights are surrendered and the treaty remedies past grievances amid calls to protect American fishing laws and reciprocal privileges with Britain.

Wasa England Canada Lodge United States Senate of the Kentucky Breckinridge Wright New England Bridgewater Nova Scotia Cogswell Great Britain Oregon Reed Maine State Department Russell Foreign Affairs Committee Jackson van Buren Tyler Fillmore Washington Rentieman Adams, Ash and Gallatin William den Jackson General Cogswell Senate

Police Muddle Probes Charges Against Chief Inspector

Police commissioners spent yesterday assessing whether Superintendent Small’s charges against Chief Inspector Hanscom have merit. Inspectors and press representatives were called as witnesses to examine alleged derogatory statements and an embezzlement charge. The defence counsel led the thorough review, with a likely conclusion today.

Small Hanscom

Pupils Recital by Mrs Bullard Orr at Chickering Hall

A pleasant concert in Chick ering Hall featured Mrs Gascoigne Bullard Orr with Miss Louise Baldwin and Miss Carrie Hale. The program showed careful training and the Spinning Song by Raff, sung by Miss Susie Muzzey of Lexington, drew particular praise amid a large audience.

Chickering Hall

Courts Docket: Jury Verdicts In Providence Jewelry Suit

United States Circuit Court judges hear two actions. Joseph L. Reynolds and others sue D E Codding & Co for 3000 dollars for goods sold and delivered. verdict for plaintiffs 274.35 after accounting for alleged inferior jewelry manufacturing materials. Orville D. Lovell sues Howard Marston for 10000 dollars in a libel case over anonymous letters about his wife. trial in Osterville with defense arguing no malice.

United States Circuit Court Nelson, J Joseph L. Reynolds D. E. Codding &Co Providence North Attleboro T. J. Gargan J. M. Brennan H. J. Fuller Fred B. Byram Orville D. Lovell Howard Marston Brooklyn N. Y Ella Marston Osterville I. W. Chaplin Hi. P. Harriman W. B. Gale Charles G. Pope

Superior Court First Session June 7 Dockets and Dockets

The document lists cases in the First Session with jurists Pitman and Cronan, including Patrick Calnan vs Jacob Tl Hathorne on Oct 12 1887 where a coach collision injured the plaintiff, and Charles Nichols vs Ann McBarron administratrix over unlawful entry and removal of furniture. Numerous other tort and equity actions appear, with attendees and orders, unfinished cases, and a long slate of case numbers and judges. The Second and Fourth Sessions under Thrompson and Lathrop are summarized with additional actions, including Ramsey v Phelps and Tivain vs Green, all noted as unfinished or in order.

Superior Court Pitman Patrick Calnan Jacob Tl Herdic JF. Cronan George Z. Adams Charles Nichols Ann McBarron Griggs Place J. L. Hidredge D. F. Fitz George J. Tufts Ernest D. Blackwell George W. Furniss Beachmont House George H. Fall Coling Lockhard Crawsford Thrompson George F. Ramsey James Phelps P. B. Kiernan D. F. Kimball Silva Barton Roberts Point of Goodsell Jackson Vines Co Myers Gurney Hammond Pink Carroll Critchett Hain Dennison Ward Coff Breck Cripps Hoffman Lathrop

Phinney v Town of Everett Still On Trial In Middlesex Court

Superior Court proceedings in Middlesex County report Phinney versus Town of Everett remaining on trial as of June 7 with motions to be heard Saturday at 10 am. Other docket items include Rich v Fitchburg, Mason v Inds of KK Co Winchester, Wax v City of Boston, Mills v Durgin.

Chase v Smith alimony title dispute in Lynn court

Superior Court Essex County June 7 case No 4582 by Mary A Chase to determine title to property on South Street Lynn levied to secure alimony claiming conveyance by Lyman H Chase to defendant to avoid payment. Defense denies. Judge Bishop presiding. Attorneys W H Niles for plaintiff H K Moulton for defense. Prior related cases listed.

Essex County Bishop Chase

Rev James Freeman Clarke In Critical Condition

The Reverend James Freeman Clarke remained in very fragile health last night with only slight improvement over the day before. Doctors say he may survive a couple of days but death could occur at any moment.

James Freeman Clarke

Ready Made Summer Vests At Bargain Prices

Wittord's ExpclisH VESTING lauded as top for summer wear but G. W. Simmons & Co. introduce a ready made line this season. Choose from $1.75, $2, and $2.50 vests, offered from Wilford's English vesting, the finest Boston has seen.

Wittord G. W. Simmons & Co

Thurman Chosen Continues Public Reform Theme in Hard Campaign

The piece argues that Thurman represents a broad reform ethos beyond civil service and revenue reform, urging voters to judge him as a presidential candidate. It notes his courage against abuses, ties tariff measures to Lincoln era leadership, and praises his honesty while citing a public record of successes and failures. The tariff message is highlighted as the defining canvass issue.

Cleveland Lincoln

Cleveland Renominated by Democratic Party Emphasizing Tariff Reform

The N S World notes President Cleveland is renominated, arguing the choice follows the logic of the situation. It claims his personality is subsumed by the principle he represents, Tariff reform and tax reduction, making him the standard bearer for the party.

N. S Cleveland

Even the Blaine Organ Is Thankful

The Tribune notes Democrats applaud Grover Cleveland for instilling convictions in his party and for reportedly tying the free trade flag to the mast, whether motive is clear or not. Republicans join in praise for his stance and its impact on party policy.

Blaine N. S. Tribune Grover Cleveland

Bosses Relagated To The Rear In St Louis Nominations

The Newport News reports popular sentiment fixes the nominees at the St Louis convention. Cleveland and Thurman are named by the people though spoilsmen oppose them. they must submit to the prevailing opinion and carry on with the process.

Newport News St. Louis Cleveland Thurman

Democratic convention names Cleveland as premier candidate

The Springfield Republican notes the Democratic convention’s strong choice of Mr. Cleveland for reelection. It argues he stands as the party’s independent, aggressive leader, superior to all other Democrats, while criticizing Republican and Hill Democratic papers that minimize his abilities.

Springfield Ind Cleveland Republican Hill Democratic

The President's Policy Indorsed and Party Split

A summary of the New York Commercial Advertiser view printed in September endorsing Cleveland for re election. The piece says the nomination signals a new era in national politics with living issues and a party platform based on his annual message to Congress. It claims Republicans fail to adopt the policy and that even Republican papers praise it.

N. Y Ind Cleveland Congress

A Few Points in His Favor for Cleveland

From the Boston Transcript the Indiana representative notes Cleveland enters the canvass with points in his favor. He avoids a federal officeholders onslaught, but admits the reform drive has failed. Yet Cleveland’s restraint on tariffs is praised as stabilizing for business and a cautious path for re election, while the Republican challenger must promise safe administration.

Boston Transcript Ind J .R. Cleveland Cleveland

Sun Editorial Endorses Cleveland For Four More Years

The Sun argues the Cleveland administration has been constrained but improved by reforms and civil service changes. It urges continued Democratic leadership and decisive, fearless guidance under Cleveland, maintaining that past efforts will shape a better future.

Sun Grover Cleveland

Demand for Cleveland Renomination Strengthens Party

The Brooklyn Eagle argues four years of Cleveland's presidency prove him strong and prudent. It asserts the party demanded his renomination and that his administration vindicated the choice, making the party stronger and more faithful to reward past deeds. Renomination is presented as essential to maintain party vigor.

Brooklyn Eagle Cleveland Hhis

Death of early partner of Greeley publisher of Tribune

Thomas McElrath, first publisher of the New York Tribune, died in New York on Wednesday. Born May 1, 1807 in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, he formed the Tribune partnership with Horace Greeley in 1841 and later retired. He held public posts including New York legislator, appraiser for foreign merchandise, and secretary of commissions for expositions. He leaves five children.

Greeley Thomas McElrath New York Tribune New York Williamsport Penn Horace Greeley The Tribune A of New York Paris Vienna New York State Commission American Institute the Tribune

Fourth at Brookline Plans Fireworks and Concert

A Brookline citizens committee met in Town Hall to organize a Fourth of July event led by Captain Candage. A sub committee of Hill Baker Jones Young and Barnes will issue circulars to raise funds for a band concert afternoon events and an evening concert and fireworks at the Cypress street playground.

Brookline Candage W. M. Hill E. W. Baker G. BR. Jones F. D. Young F. M. Barnes Cypress Street

Notes From The City Headlines In Tremont Temple Events

The Latin school prize declamation occurs this afternoon at Tremont Temple with Rev. Brooks announcing prizes. Boston’s first campaign flag for year flies on Washington Street bearing Young Men's Democratic Club of Massachusetts and Cleveland and Thurman. Albrecht's Avery Street murder case heads to grand jury this month with likely manslaughter verdict. Thompson jailed for stabbing McPhee on Lovell's Island, self defence claim. The steamship Iowa arrived from Liverpool with props for Pain's Pompeii pyrotechnics to be staged at Huntington Avenue. R M Pulsifer resigns after 19 years as secretary of the New England Associated Press. city pays tribute. Heat fal lhurts laborer John Kenealy, taken to City Hospital. Massachusetts Medical Society to hold June 12 and 18. Oakland Garden opens June 25. Michael Green injured by fall on West Broadway. Rachel Daniskey dies from kerosene blast burns. Russell & Sturgis invite June 14 clam bake at cafe Nantasket opening, with American Watch Co. band. State council and National Land League meet at Parker House. August convention planned. resolutions back Irish MPs on papal rescript.

Tremont Temple Phillips Brooks D.D Boston No. 170 Washington Street Young Men's Democratic Club of Massachusetts Cleveland Thurman Albrecht Avery Street Charles Thompson Hallett James McPhee Lovell’s Island McPhee Thompson Iowa Liverpool Pompeii Institute Fair Huntington Avenue R. M. Pulsifer New England Associated Press John Keneealy Dorset Street City Hospital Massachusetts Medical Society Oakland Garden Michael Green West Broadway Rachel]daniskey Messrs Russell & Sturgis American Watch Company

Double Tragedy at Charlestown Saloon and Lodging House

A brutal double homicide at No 5 Chambers Street Charlestown ends in the deaths of Mr Thomas Rowland and his wife after he shot her and then wounded himself Jealousy and quarrel are named as motives. A young witness witnessed the shooting. police and a physician responded and both bodies were taken to local morgues Rowland, a Liverpool native, had lived in the country for years Mrs Rowland, an English woman about 60, stout and dark complexioned, died before help could arrive.

Thomas Rowland Chambers Street Charlestown Rowland Green City Hospital North Grove Street Liverpool

Mortgage Sale Notice of Johnson and Stowell Loan

A mortgage sale is advertised by Warren Institution for Savings on June 16 1888 at four oclock PM for property in Charlestown Suffolk described as 34 feet on Austin Street 56 feet on adjacent parcel 31 feet on Thompson Street and 56 feet on Passageway conveyed to Elizabeth R Johnson and Betsey Stowell by Samuel Rice recorded Middlesex deeds. Sale terms and further conditions announced at the premises. Henry W Brace attorney for the mortgagee Boston Massachusetts May 24 1838

Pleasant Street Shawmut Street Park Square Lleagant Street Shawnmnat Street James D Lhorndike Annie M. tThorndike Sar James D Anna Tuckerman Frederick Tuckermen Willian Sohiey Suffolk Nuiberet Worcester Square Woressier Square Boston Carolin A. Mororey William Minot Frederick Tuckerman Court Street Es Vx Brewster Oston Andrew W. Newman Henry A. Age Roxbury Fastas Street Mall Street Andrew J. Houghton L. Foster Morse Warren Street Gordon PB. Page Elizabeth P. Richardson Elizabeth R. Johnson Betse Stowell Warren Institution Aston Hich Charlestown Massachusetts Boundea Devermet Austin Street Monsuriey William Winslow A. KR. Thompson Eiizapeth R. Johnson Betsey Stowell Samuel Rice Hs Dved Middlesex Jerome 5 Dunlap Wilhelmina Dunlap Anne Bates Hyde Park Norfolk Bosto Iwichell Henry W. Hathorne Dorchester Avenue Humboldt Place Wilhelmina Reunion Wilhelmina Herderhorst Alphens M. Stetson

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