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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1882

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Republican Leanings and Reform Rumors Across States

The Albany Argus notes Oregon stays Republican by a thin margin tied to federal officers. The Washington Post backs Rep Ranney’s character and suggests he is too honest for party tricks. The Springfield Republican hints at a reform within the party in Vermont. The New York Commercial Advertiser questions whether W A Wheeler will accept the tariff commission chair.

The Washington Post Ranney the Post W. A. Wheeler Tariff Commission New York Commercial Advertiser Hevet

Old Salt Predicts Wadsworth For New York Governor

Old Salt Alvord of New York names Gen. James W. Wadsworth as Arthur's gubernatorial candidate and says he will win and push Cornell off the track. His past prognostications are spotty since his recent affiliations and unclear sources.

Old Salt Alvord New York Arthur James W. Wadsworth Cornell Old Salt

Medals Draw Crowds as Washington Gave All for Old Man

Washington reports describe Col. Thompson from Michigan showing the 306 inch medals kept in oak leather pockets. Massachusetts has two medals unseen. Editor Marden urged display in a Washington street window or loan to the Art Museum for public viewing.

Washington Col. Thompson Michigan Massachusetts Marden Washington Street Post Milk Street Art Museum

March of Whitman Ban Sparks Public Debate

The Lowell Courier argues that Attorney General Marston had no role in the Leaves of Grass embargo. It blames Anthony Comstock for promoting the issue and shaping public attention to prurient literature, while noting officials’ duties to respond to complaints.

Lowell Courier Marston Walt Whitman District Attorney Anthony Comstock

AT THE CAPITAL. NEW POSTAL REGULATIONS CLARIFIED

News summary notes there was no ruling barring newspapers from printing subscription bills and orders. such items must be enclosed separately with only permitted details. Treasury officials deny rumors of widespread spurious bonds, confirming none redeemed. Northern Pacific land grant issues require fees paid before further patents. Doyle case and bond plate theft inquiry continues with hints on government action. Senate moves to provide $10,000 for Mississippi flood relief.

Post Office Department Treasury Koier Doyle Brockway Northern Pacific Interior Department Northern Pacific Railroad Company Minnesota Weller United States District Attorney Chicago Secretary of the Treasury Folger Washington House Yeas Cox New York Robinson Massachusetts Cannon of Illnois Committee of Appropriations Senate Executive Secretary of War Hebrew Emigrant Aid Society United States Vineland N. J Michael Davitt George Ellis Don H. Clark Fred Leland David Arads Glucose and Grape Sugar Association of Chicago United States Circuit Court Raleigh Cousins Democraic County Missingippi

Dark Horse in Maine Republican Faction Battle

Portland dispatch reports a Boston Advertiser letter asserting good will between Robie and Thomas supporters masks deep party bitterness ahead of the state convention. It cites threats of mudslinging, predicts Robie or Thomas may be nominated but a “dark horse” could surface, possibly William P. Frye, as party leaders plan maneuvers and caucus delegations across Augusta and Lewiston.

Maine The Post Senator Frye Frye William P. Frye Plaisted Gen Harris Merrill Plaisted Bangor Portland Boston Advertiser Robie Thomas Republican Party Boston Journal Advertiser Praisted Aroostook Drummond Hyde Spring Blaine Ring Seminaies Electra Senate Reed Dingley Boutelle Lindsey Simonton Knox Milliken Waldo Augusta Hallowell J. R. Bodwell Lewiston F. M. Drew W. H. White A. K. Ordway W. F. Garcelon H.C. Lillie E. W. Sresser D. F. Sanborn A. Cummings J. W. Varney G. W. Furbish M. P. McGuircuddy H. C. Bradford J. G. Coburn E.S. Davis W.D. Pennell C. W. Dennett I. S. Vapley J. W. Whitehouse Nelson Yam S. B. Bartlett A. B. Burbank Lew Iston Auburn O. D. Bailey A. B. Latham John M. Perry David P. Field J. W. Mitchell Charles Elbing George S. Woodman EK. F. Goss C. E. Smith W. W. Bolster E. F E Kobie Portland Advertiser Caribou Boutelie the Argus Blaie New York Herald Ladd Bangor Commercial Gen. Hersey Gov. Perham Gov. Dingley Mr. Stone Gen. Connor Col Solon Chase Solon Gardiner Journal Ind United States Madrid Hannibal Hamlin Towanda Bank of the Susquehanna Pennsylvania David Wilmot Lewinton Messrs Bouteile Richardson Manley Washington Boston Grobe Hobart W Poitland Advertiser

Oregon Republicans Hold Early Lead In State Returns

A Portland dispatch reports the legislature appears Republican by a majority with remote counties possibly pushing it to six or seven. Wires to eastern Oregon remain down and mail advices suggest Democratic majorities there will be smaller than usual, framing the state race as a likely Republican win.

Oregon Maine Massachusetts Lincoln Douglas Breckenridge McClellan Seymour Grant Greeley Hayes Tilden Garfield Hancock United States Senate Slater Hippie Mitchell San. Francisco Portland

Great Strike at Pittsburg Mills Faces Unified Owners

Pittsburg mill owners meet to form a broad association to resist wage advances and align with manufacturers. Amalgamated leader Jarrett approves moves, while workers remain confident in their strike strategy. A July meeting of the new body is planned as coal troubles ease.

Pittsburg Mill Owners’ Association Western Iron Association Amalgamated Association Workmens’ Union Jarrett Youngstown Bullock Milwaukee City of Association Martin Pittsberg

Bank of Brookfield Robbed by Six Masked Men in Brookfield

Six masked men rode into Brookfield on June 7 and robbed the Bank of Brookfield, seizing about $5,000 in cash before fleeing. The crime bore the James gang style, though locals doubt Frank James took part. a posse pursued as residents feared capture. Nearby, a separate report notes masked men on the Harper farm near Kirksville with revolvers drawn for three weeks.

Missouri Kansas City Bank of Brookfield St. Joe Frank James Fords Dick Little Leggett James Frank St. Joseph Kirksville Harper Farm

Re Dedication of Evangelical Congregational Church in Gloucester

A large audience attended the re dedication service in Gloucester as the Evangelical Congregational church outlined a program of hymns prayers and remarks. The parish committee announced remodeling costs of 13484 67 covered by voluntary contributions leaving the society debt free. New seating vestry library and kitchen accommodations were added.

Gloucester Mass Evangelical Congregational Church N. D. Cunningham Morris The Baptist Church George F. Saton Methodist Church Nathaniel Babson Frank E. Clark

Riot in Little Town Near Guadalajara Sparks Deaths

News from Little Town near Guadalajara reports a mob attack on an American missionary party led by Rev. Mr. Watkins. After seeking protection from the local chief, they fled to a roof, returned and killed four or five attackers, with several wounded. The building was set afire and Watkins secured the release by depositing $1,000. Gen. Talentino sent troops to arrest those involved.

Matamoras Mex Little Town Guadalajara Jalisco Watkins Watkins Party Talentino

Death of Samuel Convers at 73 ends Lowell carriage era

Samuel Convers died at St John’s hospital in Lowell aged 73 after paralysis. He built one of the state’s largest carriage factories, giving his name to the Convers buggy and wagons. A son continues the trade on a reduced scale. Also, Mrs. J F Convery died from burns from a kerosene lamp explosion. An abandoned six month old infant was found in a field on Centralville Heights and will go to the state board of charities.

Lowell Mass Samuel Convers St. John’s Hospital Convers J. F. Convery Centralville Heights State Board of Charities

Veterans revise second day at Gettysburg battlefield

Gettysburg veterans from the Union and Confederate armies finished revising the second day’s battlefield this morning. Four era groups of Army of the Potomac and northern Virginia veterans who fought on day one will meet on Wednesday June 14 to mark the event.

Gettysburg Army of the Potomac Virinia

Notable Boston Figures and Visitors Schedule Across Marblehead and Nearby Spots

Francis P Allen of Boston stays Clifton Marblehead. Dr William F Whitney and family at Peach's Point Marblehead mile Eugenie Legrand of New York at Hotel Vendome. George F Putnam and E F Childs of Boston at Beach Bluff Swampscott. Gov Long visiting Maine for 10 days or more. J W Harris of Harris Hughes Co New York at Tremont House. Lieut Frank L Harris, sole survivor of Dr Hayes arctic expedition, now Boston city janitor at Lowell School. John G Brown Nathan W Goddard George W Jacobs Isaac Fenno Rev J M Masters and families at Marblehead Neck. Dedley R Child recommissioned justice of the peace by Gov Long. third appointment. Prof Stearns Bangor Theological Seminary and wife sail from Boston next Thursday aboard Paladin to Azores for summer. Miss Mary Anderson visits Longfellow grave at Mt Auburn and decorates, also places flowers on Cushman grave. Commander in Chief Merrill G A R visits Rhode Island. Prescott Post hall reception then camp fire.

Francis P. Allen Boston Clifton Marbleead William F. Whitney Peach’s Point Marblehead Mile Eugenie Legrand New York Hotel Vendome George F. Putnam E. F. Childs Beach Bluff Swampscott Gov. Long Maine J. W. Harris Harris, Hughes & Co Guv. Long Mr. Child Prof Stearns Bangor Theological Seminary Azore Islands Mary Anderson Longfellow Mt. Auburn Sue Charlotte Cushman Merrill Grand Army of the Republic Rhode Island Prescott Post Hall

The Penobscot Steamer Debuts With Boston Harbor Excursion

More than 1000 guests enjoyed a day cruise aboard the new Penobscot on Boston harbor invited by the Boston and Bangor Steamship company. The vessel measures about 1500 tons with luxurious accommodations for 500 passengers and is captained by William R. Roix. The voyage showcased the line’s latest ship and foreshadows six weekly trips starting June 18 along the historic Cambridge and Katahdin route.

Boston Harbor Boston and Bangor Steamship Company Penobscot Broad Ocean Boston J. A. Dodge Concord Montreal J. W. Hildreth Taneard Vreiband William Weeks Portland Lime H. H. Hyde Kennebec Steamship Line E. Merchant Boston and Gloucester Line John C.whiton Boston and Hingham Steamboat Company Robert J. Gardiner Portland Line New England Lincoln’s Wharf Foster’s Wharf New Hampshire Windlass Atlantic Company John H. Pray, Sons & Co New York W. R. Roix James Hathorn Cambridge Sanford Line William R. Roix W. J. Rogers K. W. Curtis J. D. Brown J. A. Hosmer William L. Fox George F. Wood A. H. Hanscomb F. A. Garnsey William A. Roix The Boston and Banger Steamship Com Sanford Company Sanford Pew Corporation Sanford Steamship Company Massachusetts General Court of Massachusetts Maine Portland Harbor Seward Porter Portland Koston Purker Smith Crane Belfast Bangor Charter Oak State of Maine Charles B. Sanford Tme John English & Sons J. P. Allaire Long Island Sound Penobscot Bay Chas. B. Sanford Morgan Ironworks Providence William H. Hill William H. Hill, Jr James Littlefield Calvin Austin Wiliam H. Gill William S. Sturtevant Ransom B. Fuller Oliver Ditson

Portsmouth Becomes Beacon of Industry and Politics

The Portsmouth section notes a strong tilt toward banking capital over manufacturing, highlighting the Portsmouth Shoe Company and three breweries. it also discusses temperance politics led by Governor Bell, the Barrington ring, and Col Andrew H Young, with focus on local influence on state nominations and upcoming conventions.

Portsmouth N. H Boston Manchester Portsmouth Shoe Company Jones’s Eldredge’s Portsmouth Brewing Company William Ward & Sons United States Maine Vermont Nashua Gov. Bell Navy Yard New Hampshire Collector Howard Pierce Kent Currier Hale PurismMouth Barrington Ring Andrew H. Young Dover Col Young Young Slale New England

Portland Officials and Bangor Fourth of July Invitations

Maine reports detail salaries for city posts in Portland and Bangor invites to military and civic groups for July celebrations. The Portland inspector of fish appointment is confirmed, river express taxes totaled, a Winthrop letter on lakes and a Maine resort name circulates, plus the 37th New England Christian convention opens in Kittery with officers elected and sermons planned.

Portland Bangor Tne Piscataquis Battalion State Colege Cadets Orono Oldtown Brewer Bucksport Thomas F. Simpson Maine American Express Company Hoyt & Co Charles O Winthrop Mara Anna New England Christian Convention Kittery John A. Goss Martin Summerbelt O. A. Roberts C. A. Beck

Lumber Manufacturer James B Brown of Lancaster Dies

James B Brown a prominent lumber maker from Lancaster died in Brunswick Vermont at age 65 after a long career. The Portsmouth assessors completed a rent and personal property valuation totaling 6 163 for taxation with 2292 polls. Harry Ridford aged 1 drowned Thursday after noon after falling from a raft into a pond near East Concord. James Hamilton of Jefferson was killed instantly after being struck by a train on a railroad bridge near Twin Mountain station. Bishop Flealey confirmed 153 at the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Portsmouth with clergy present. John F H Bradt of Bradt Fuller ice dealers Hudson shot himself while handling a rifle on a wagon. he died Thursday morning leaving a widow and two children.

James B. Brown Lancaster Brunswick Portsmouth Harry Radford C. M. Ridford East Concord James Hamilton Jefferson Twin Mountain Station Church of the Immaculate Conception Flealey Vallahan John F H. Bradt Bradt & Fuller Hudson

Baby found buried in carpet in New Lenox cellar

Mrs. George Kline, moving into a new home in New Lenox, discovered a two month old baby’s body buried a few inches under ground while cleaning the cellar. Medical Examiner Pad sock to hold an inquest. The Plymouth Supreme Court heard juries on cases including Charles J Virrell executor vs Dianha Loud et al. and Josiah A Bassett vs Mary L Bassett. Berkshire branch Woman's Board of Missions met at Pittsfield with 26 auxiliaries and $2500 receipts. Mrs Paul A Chadbourne of Williamstown reelected president.

George Kline New Lenox Padsock Supreme Court Plymouth Charles J.virrell Dianha Loud Josiah A. Bassett Mary L. Bassett Berkshire Woman’s Board of Missions Pittsfield Turkey Paul A. Chadbourne Williamstown

New England Society of Friends Annual Meeting Opens in Newport

The New England Society of Friends began its annual meeting in Newport today, with the session expected to last one week. Several delegates arrived Tuesday evening, and last year’s gathering was held in Portland, Maine.

New England Society of Friends Newport Portland

Hanlan Improves as Typhoid Fever Eases

Toronto report says Hanlan's malignant typhoid illness shows improvement with fever lowered over 15 hours. He has not eaten solid food for more than a week and remains greatly reduced in flesh.

Toronto Ont Hanlan

Clergy Addresses By Reverends Clark Whiton and Others

Addresses by Rev. Dewitt S. Clark Rev. James M Whiton and additional clergy are listed in the community notices with locations and speakers for the upcoming services and events.

Dewitt S. Clark James M. Whiton

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