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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1888

Page

2

Maine Republicans Agitate After Convention Fractures

The Maine Republican convention praised Senate resistance to the national administration while criticizing Democratic civil service reform and policy. It mourned the death of Joseph R. Bodwell and celebrated Oregon’s labor victory. Tensions ran high among Marble, Cleaves, and Burleigh factions with Putnam favored by some and Blaine expected to unify factions on his return.

Congress Washington Maine Joseph R. Bodwell Republican Party Oregon Grover Cleveland James G. Blaine Marble Cleaves Burleigh Putnam Joe Manley Judge Symonds

Edwin Chick Burleigh Prohibitionist State Treasurer of Missouri

The Hon Edwin Chick Burleigh son of Parker B Burleigh of Linneus Missouri. Born Linneus November 27 1842 educated in common schools and Houston Academy. He joined the District of Columbia Cavalry in 1864 but did not pass an exam. He later served as clerk to Adjutant General Hodson and as assistant clerk of the House of Representatives in 1876 77 78. In 1880 he resigned as assistant clerk and joined the state treasury position, and in 1885 was chosen state treasurer by the legislature. He has held the office since and is a strong Prohibitionist with Orthodox religious views.

Edwin Chick Burleigh Parker B. Burleigh Linneus Houston Academy District of Columbia Cavalry Hodson House of Representatives

First Brigade Opens Camp at South Framingham start

General Nat Wales and staff lead the First Brigade into the South Framingham state camp as 702 troops of the First Regiment arrive. A bucking horse accident involving Captain Parker interrupts the busy afternoon drills while Neal Dow’s spirit lingers around brigade HQ. The brigade totals 2263 with detailed rolls for First Second Sixth Regiments Battery B Cavalry Signal and Ambulance units.

SocTa Parker Neal Dow South Framingham Rmonster Ground Wellington Wales Dalton Currier Fred Wellington Hovey Hunneman Packard Signal Corps Ambulance Corps

Cambridge Aldermen approve land actions and school funding

A Cambridge board of aldermen meeting heard a water board petition to retake lands by Fresh Pond and for purchase under 1886 acts, with a hearing set for June 26. The West Ind Railway petition for a cable system was deemed unclear, with a request for a precise plan. the company may withdraw pending an overhead trial. The council and board set $80,000 for a new English high school building, 450 to 500 capacity, and filed a nuisance complaint with railroad commissioners over the Boston and Albany line. In joint session, L. M. Hannton was reelected to the water board.

Cambridge Board of Aldermen Water Board Fresh Pond Fresh Pond Iee Company West Ind Railway Company Alderman Hincks Boston & Albany Railroad L. M. Hannton

Ohio's Boom for Blaine Sparks Springfield Plot

Springfield voices push a Blaine revival to undermine Sherman. Judge Miller leads a move from a district convention to back Blaine, with West invited to speak. The meeting shifted to a Blaine rally and plans to mobilize 300 Springfield supporters and as many as 10,000 statewide delegates for Chicago.

Springfield N. Y Sherman Blaine Maine Statesman Miller Chicago Florence Toledo West Bellefontaine Judge West

Yale Varsity Crew to Face Harvard Despite Gloomy Harbors

Yale crew plans a New London camp from June 19 to sharpen for the Harvard showdown on June 29. The Yale eight, guided by ex-Captains Rogers and Cowles, with Bob Cooke overseeing, faces a strong Harvard unit amid optimism. The Yale lineup features Wilcox, Brewster, Woodruff, Corbin, Stevenson captain, Cross, Coxswain Thompson, and substitutes Hartwell and James, while freshmen row for the Pennsylvania meet on the 23rd with Simms, Aiken, Rhodes, Ferris, Heyworth, Allen, Isham, and Rogers.

New Havey Yale New London Thames Harvard Mott Haven Rogers Cowles Bob” Cooke New Haven Cooke Fale R. M. Wilcox Bow Brewster Vaus W. H. Corbin F. A. Stevenson Cross Gircke R. Thompson J. A. Hartwell W. James Pennsylvania Simms Aiken Rhodes Ferris Heyworth Allen Isham

Lynn Notes Denotes City Events and Calm From Public Finance

Lynn notes report a Democratic committee meeting next Monday honoring St. Louis convention work with speakers including Philip Doherty. Common council audited city finances show total appropriation 558,273 13 balance 92,189 18 receipts 137,690 87 total 788,690 57. Burglars seized 105 65 from H Robinson dye shop on Oxford street after blowing safe. Body found yesterday identified as W A Atwell, local resident.

Lynn Democratic City Committee St. Louis Philip Doherty Common Council H. Robinson Oxford Street W. A. Atwell

Directors Elected at Great Falls Manufacturing

Great Falls N H June 12 The annual meeting of stockholders elected a board including George P Gardner Brookline A J Howard Nichols C W Amory Jefferson Coolidge Samuel R Payton J Wiglesworth Boston S M Marston Great Falls Edwin Wallace Rochester NH The Directors Organized with Gardner as president Nichols treasurer E Randall clerk

Great Falls N. H The Great Falls Manufacturing Company George P. Gardner Brookline A . J. Howard Nichols C. W. Amory Tefferson Coolidge Samuel R. Payton J Wigelesworth Boston M. Marston Edwin Wallace Rochester Gireators Organien Howard Nichols E. Randall

Death of Gen Sheridan's Mother in Ohio

Mrs Sheridan mother of General Philip H Sheridan died yesterday at her home in Somerset Ohio birthplace of the general. She emigrated with her husband from County Cavan Ireland about sixty years ago and lived in Massachusetts before moving to Ohio. Mrs Sheridan was kept ignorant of her son's dangerous illness to spare her health in old age.

Gen. Sheridan

Athletic Field Day Planned by Boston YMCA Officials

The Boston Young Men's Christian Athletic Association organizes a grand field day at the old Union Athletic grounds on Saturday June 16 from 2 30 to 6 p m featuring bicycle and foot races jumping putting the shot tennis and other exhibition contests Prominent state officials will award badges to event winners Representatives from leading houses will contest for trade championships with Cutler Bros Co facing George C Goodwin Co for wholesale drug trade on Monday June 18 at 2 p m

Boston Young Men’s Christian Athletic Association Old Union Athletic Grounds the Athletic Association Cutler Bros. & Co George C. Goodwin & Co

Nebraska Will Bolt Depew Protest in Republican Banner

The Omaha Bee declares it will not support Chauncey M. Depew for president and urges Republicans to reject a ticket backed by monopolies. It recalls past support for Republican nominees and warns that Depew’s nomination would subvert party principles and threaten the republic.

Omahace Bee C. M. Depew Grant Hayes Garfield Blaine Sherman Gresham Chauncey M. Depew

Changes in Boston business sites after 18th century

At the Bostonian Society closing, Richard J. Monks traced Boston’s 18th century business area from the Town dock along Hanover and Milk streets to Pearl and Tremont, noting markets, taverns, shipyards, and the shift of commerce southward before 1860. He contrasted past shipping and trade with 19th century growth, rail, retail empires, and modern manufacturing shaping Boston’s expansion.

Bostonian Society Old State House Richard J. Monks Boston Guild Hamilton A. Hill Monks America Hanover Street Town Dock Dock Square Merchants’ Row Kilby Street State Street State House Causeway Street Boston & Maine Mill Pond Noddle’s Samuel Cole King’s Arms Hugh Gunnison Elm Washington Streets Amon Hezekiah Usher Edward Tyng Robert Nash North End Nehemiah Bourne North Square Thomas Clark Hanover Charter Streets Christopher Stanley Exchange Congress Square Harvey D. Parker Parker House Court Square Aly. Monks Washington Street Boylston Street Tremont Franklin Street Stummer Street Edward Everett Cornhill Atlantic Avenue Russia India Pearl Street Church, Green Summer Streets Sugar Trust Tiga Burrage Committee On Rooms Getehell Newmiry Pillsbury Pillsbuay House Madison William T. Lex Goth John Gilbert Charlestown William H. Wherndon A. and H. A. Co Governor Ames W. H. Whitmore George O. Carpenter Federal Street Theatre Venice Oscar Malvina John F. Bancher C. K. Norton Frederick New Hampshire Church Winslow Frank E. Cargent William G. Brooks Edward W.W. Hooper Chester Parker John C. Baird Edward 8. Eaton C. A. Perkins William HH. Cunningham William Wood

Hargraves Mill A $400000 mill planned in city east

Fant Rover reports stock has been subscribed to a new corporation to be located in the eastern part of the city named Hargraves Mill. The capital is $400000 and the mill will run about 30000 spindles. Stockholders plan to organize tomorrow night.

Fant Rover Hargraves Mill

Parties in search of country board near Whitney House Westboro

Inquiries are urged about the Whitney House in Westboro Massachusetts a short distance from Boston. The town offers a premier country retreat with first class hotel facilities and modern conveniences. Mr Hi Leighton is the proprietor and can provide details.

Country Board Whitney Westboro Mass Boston Hi. Leighton

Promotion Day at Chauncy Hall School in Copley Square

Chauncy Hall held its annual promotion day in the large hall at 10:30 am. Students from first to sixth class received promotions with honors, classical recitations, and a parade style ceremony. Notable moments included Sayward’s tale from A Tale of Two Cities, Latin and Greek triumphs, a German dialogue, and speeches by Alfred Post and others. Diplomas were awarded later by ex-principal Mr. Cushing, with a 3 pm dance to conclude the event.

Chauncy Hall School Copley Square William H. Ladd America Chauncy Hall William H. Sayward, Jr Sydney Carton Jeannie Evans Parker H.kemble Augustus F. Knudsen Alfred C. Post Lulu F. Herthel London Lulu Bourne Ladd Jalings Cesar Henry V Portia Julius Cesar Macbeth Mr. Ladd Maeduff Julius Cresar Pope Dryden Tennyson Longfellow Percy G. Parsons Conmodus Mr. Daniell Chauncy- Hall Colonel Ingersoll Roscoe Conkling Charles L. Beal Edwin Arnold William Harry C. Quinby Hewins Hood Cain Madeleine Thomas Cushing Charles Loring Beal Raul Rezende de Carvalho Carey Congdon Albert Goodwin Frothingham Albert Lewis Hart David Spaulding Hawkins Lulu Frances Herthel George Albert Hull John Francis Hunt Augustus Francis Knudsen Arthur Logan Millett Percy _Grosvenor Parsons Alfred Charles Post James Sturgis Pray Edward Bell Staples Scott Adams Webber John Reed Whipple Lulu Herthel James Sturgis William Edwin Parsons Harry Wentworth Bates Cushing

Reception at Lasell Honors the Class of ’88 in Style

Prof and Mrs Bracdon host a night reception for the class of ’88 and friends at Lasell. Flute, violin and bassoon echoed while graduates in white robes glided on the veranda as guests circulated through the open lower floor. Notable attendees included Prof Luquiens and Dr follows, with judges and matrons among Newton, New Bedford and Lowell society.

Lasell Bragdon Luquiens The Institute of Technology Follows Nig University School of Medicine Parker Newton George M. Eddy New Bedford Sim Yson Lowell Bushnell Saybrook Oxford

Water meters dispute heats city council inquiry

The city council committee revisited the water meter controversy with counsel from both sides. Gargan condemned the proceedings as an inquisition and defended Follansbee and Davis, while Pillsbury attacked their credibility and urged a clear, fact based review. The panel adjourned to Friday to hear Balene’s Valve Meter Company claims.

Gargan Follawsbee Follansbee Star Meter Company Star Ems Stey Ha Ora Baldwin Mr. Follansbee Bald- Will Davis Pillsbury National Meter Company Pollansbee Brooklyn N. Y Mr. Pillsbury Doston Mr. Gargan Boston Mr. Baldwin C. W. Smith Gove Balenes Valve Meter Company

Tufts Prize Entertainment Honors Prize Readings at Tufts College

The annual Goddard prize readings and speaking event occurred yesterday afternoon in College Hall. Sophomores presented pieces on Lincoln’s death and classic works, with William Crocker Snow and William Luther Ricketts winning sophomore prizes, while George Hoyt Hero and Isaac Wallace Cate earned junior honors. Senior prize went to Courtland Kimball. Tennis first round results feature Dennison defeating Stores and Leighton beating Pattee with close scores.

Tufts College College Hall Lincoln Garfield William Luther Ricketts Esses Seeres Phillips Charles Augustus Hathaway Charles Sumer Ees Schurz Willian Henry Chapman O'Connell Phillips William Crocker Snow Phillips George Hoyt Artint Tennyson William Best Eddy Eaiuiteots Gacy Tare Hheed Holmes Sane Wallace Cate Wallace Sidienne Campbell Edgerly Sydney Carton Dickens Courtland Kimball Bolles A. E. White J. J. Hayes Harvard College B. B. Whittemore E. C. Headle 8. W. Meachum A. BE. White William Crocker Snow William Luther Ricketts George Hoyt Hero Isaac Wallace Cate Courtland Kimball Polics Dennison Stores Leighton Pattee Cate Davis POR A-Ate IR

Ateshian Weds Miss Drury in Cambridge Home

Boston merchant Osgan H. Ateshian and Miss Lelia E. Drury were married at the bride's North Cambridge residence. The ceremony, led by Rev. Charles T. Ogden and Rev. J. F. Spaulding, featured a floral horseshoe and a reception to 10 pm. Honeymoon plans call for a European tour aboard the Cunard Pavonia, sailing Saturday.

Osgan H. Ateshian Boston Lelia E. Drury Potterplace North Cambridge Charles T. Ogden Portland J. F. Spaulding Christ's Church, Cambridge Virginia Drury Edwin Ford Ella Huse Clarisa Pratt Helen Wetherell Millie Washburn D. A. Watson 8. A. Kaulegan Europe Cunard Pavonia

Bedford Street dealer offers Flemish ware bargains

Guy Bros offering bargains in Flemish ware including jugs mugs butter dishes vases flower pots and fancy pieces worth attention of bric-a-brac collectors. Other crockery lines also available at the establishment.

Guy Bros Bedford Street

Funeral of Charles Tufts Veteran Masonic secretary

Funeral services for Charles Tufts veteran secretary of Amicable Lodge of Masons Cambridge were held at his Prospect street home at 2 o'clock with Rev George W Briges officiating. Mendelssohn male quartet provided music before the procession to Mt. Auburn cemetery where Masonic rites were observed at the grave.

Charles Tufts Amicable Lodge of Masons of Cambridge Prospect Street George W. Briges Mendelssohn Mt. Auburn Cemetery Armicable Lodge

Ministers and delegates dismiss Somerville pastor Price

The ecclesiastical council at Broadway Congregational Church Somerville yesterday afternoon dismissed Rev. A. V. Price who has accepted a call to Brockton. Price served about four years and added 158 members to the Somerville society.

Suffolk North Congregational Churches Broadway Congregiational Somerville A. V. Price First Congregational Church Brockton Price Somerville Society

Suffolk Trust Declares 38 Percent Dividend

The Suffolk Trust and Investment Company board declared a 38 percent dividend payable July 1. Operating since last fall, the firm reports strong profits from its first six months, reflecting conservative management and broad enterprise. Stockholders include prominent Boston businessmen, with offices at 244 Washington Street. The company aims to expand rapidly and ranks highly among peers in New England.

Suffolk Trust and Investment Company Boston New England Washington Street

Horatio Harris & Co Auction Sale Notice at State Street

Auction notice from Horatio Harris and Co at 227 State Street announces sales as commissioned auctioneers and merchants. Details specify upcoming bidding events and the firm’s address for consignments and inquiries.

Horatio Harris & Co., Auctioneers and Commission Merchants State Street

California Apricots and Pears Sale Notice

Auction notice lists 437 boxes Apricots 215 boxes Flums 349 boxes Peaches and unknown pears to be sold Wednesday June 13 at 7 PM at salesroom 227 State Street. Sale details show fruits offered in multiple box quantities with unclear totals for pears.

California

Prominent Corner Estate Auction in Boston June 13 1888

Samuel Hatch and Co auctioneers announce sale of Nos 194 to 204 Pleasant Street corner Shawmut near Park Square on Wednesday June 13 1888 at noon. The four story brick two buildings and one story brick block sit on about 47681 square feet with five stores and six suites of 4 and 5 rooms each. A £1000 deposit due at sale. Plans and details available at their office.

Pleasant Street Shawmut Street Park Square Essex Oxford Chauncy Street

Elegant Estate at Milton to be sold at trustee sale

Trust sale of the Charles Barnard estate on Centre Street Milton includes a 3 story residence with parlor, dining room, pantry, kitchen, five chambers, bath, and 2 stories, five bedrooms, 4 chambers. Features hot and cold water furnace, large cellar, stable with 8 stalls, 9 acres grounds with trees and arbor. Price 1000, sale June 14, 1888 at 4 pm, examination by Old Colony RR train from Boston at 3 pm. Carriages, harnesses, horse, and tools to follow sale.

Charles Barnard Centre Street Milton Old Colony RR Boston

Phenix Brewing Trustee Schedules Public Auction of Assets

John B Manning trustee sets public auction for June 18 1888 at 2 PM at the Roxbury brewery 104 Ward Street Boston with cash terms for all property conveyed by trust including fixtures stock and accounts owned by Phenix Brewing Company to settle its creditors. J W Keirn attorney stands for the proceedings and sale details.

Phenix Brewing Company, & Corporation Boston Suffolk John B. Manning Buffalo New York Ithwnix Boeing Company John i. Manning John ~B. Manning Koenix Brewing Company Roxbury Phenix Brewing Company John K. Manning J. W. Keirn Court Street

Absolute Auction Sale of Desirable Residence No 89 Cedar Street

Auction on Tuesday June 19 at 4 pm on premises. Describes large 15 room frame house with central hall, parlor, sitting room, dining room, kitchen, laundry, two finished and two unfinished attic rooms, front and back stairs, open grate, and about 10194 square feet lot with shade trees in good neighborhood. Admission cards available from auctioneer. 500 cash required at sale.

Cedar Street Corner Highland

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