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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1893
Page
6
An advertisement extols Paine's celery compound as the premier remedy for nervous debility and summer fatigue. It claims to rebuild tired nerves, improve sleep, and aid brain function, noting physician endorsement and success in treating dyspepsia biliousness liver trouble neuralgia rheumatism and kidney issues.
The New England Historic Genealogical Society adjourned to discuss a new annex with a proposed $10,000 appropriation. Ex Governor Claflin chaired as members debated fireproofing and use of the Wilder fund while some urged restraint amid city plans to acquire the site for a registry of deeds. The council's plan passed 15 to 9.
In East Cambridge Probate Court the will of Sylvester Harrington dated September 5, 1892 is offered for probate with an estimated total estate of eighty thousand dollars. A guardian petition arises due to alleged insanity, before the Supreme Court, as a possible death may settle the matter. Bequests include Henry G. Adams five thousand dollars and Emily A. Pierce twenty thousand dollars among others. Emily A. Pierce is named as residuary beneficiary with Lexington residents and Cary Library trustees receiving specific sums. A contest over the will is expected.
Due to late season, the Massachusetts Horticultural Society rose and strawberry show set for June 20 and 21 will be moved to June 22 and 28.
Public sale of 15 saddie and driving horses at the mart of Moses Colman and son on Friday June 16 at 11 a.m. These Colorado ranch stock are sound with some suitable for timid riders. Two horses may match or beat the half mile running record. Stock available at the mart starting Thursday morning and shown at Boston Cab Co. stables.
The International Typographical Union session heard reports from President Prescott on challenges from rapid machinery and the need to focus on broader reforms for employment. Second Vice-President McFarland urged unity among pressmen to avoid collapse of unions, and officers reported a $25,564.82 balance and progress in district organization alongside a $17,731.44 balance at the Childs-Drexel Home.
Alfred A. McCurdy a former M'Curdy's Bad Record resident and noted bicycle racer was arrested in New Orleans for killing a guard after deserting the U S Army He had been sent West by the Star Bicycle Company for a $10 000 race in St Louis in 1888 and later joined the armyTwo months after deserting he escaped from the guard house His ties to cycling clubs led to his capture in this city where he had lived since.
James and Albert Jameson appeared in the Police Court in Concord New Hampshire charged with making an assault with intent to kill Augustus B Farmer at Bow Monday afternoon. They pleaded not guilty. The case was continued until a week from Monday and the prisoners were committed.
New York on June 14 Dr Sarah B Chase was convicted of manslaughter in the first degree for causing the death of Maggie Manzoni during an operation and was sentenced this morning to nine years and eight months in prison.
The National Lancers Troop A First Battalion Cavalry M V M celebrated their fifty sixth anniversary with a parade through Boston streets and a 4 p m banquet at Faneuil Hall. Southern guests included Captain Brown and Captain Miller among others. Dr William Everett and Governor Russell spoke. Captain Emerson received a ceremonial sword and belt.
The funeral service for John F. Ham was held yesterday at Temple Street Church with Rev. Louis A. Banks leading the religious rites and Masonic ritual by Worshipful Master John H. Woodman. Delegations from St Paul Chapter Boston Commandery K T and Joseph Webb Lodge attended along with pallbearers from Boston Chapter. The service drew many from R H White & Co Houston Henderson firms and police officials. Burial was at Forest Hills Cemetery.
The Chauncy Hall School kindergarten graduates, thirty six women presented, with Grace Butterfield delivering the winning essay The Morning Talk in the Kindergarten. Other awardees include Lillian Blaisdell Bertha Hortense Gault and Clara Belle Barnes as the program featured short stories and songs. Doctors Donald and Martin spoke praising kindergarten methods and Boston as a leader in early education.
The United States Board of Civil Service Examiners at this port issues the complete list of eligibles, including those passing in October 1892 and April 1895. The list remains valid for one year, filling vacancies from the eligible pool if they arise. The official list will be posted on the Custom House bulletin for public inspection today.
Local notes describe dockside scenes including a floating steam boiler and maintenance at Revere Beach station. The Landsman column warns rapid transit plans may demolish Music Hall, jeopardizing the Symphony Orchestra and major concerts, prompting a call to raise 400000 for a new hall near West Chester Park.
The Board of Health exposes a plague breeding site on a dock along Atlantic Avenue 112 to 120 where decomposing fish and other refuse contaminate waters used to store lobsters for the city. Inspector Harrington reports grave danger and calls for immediate cleanup amid frequent dumping. fish stores defend their practices and note lobster death in traps.
The Order of the Cincinnati convened its triennial meeting in the Massachusetts State House Senate chamber with 75 delegates from eight states. President General Hamilton Fish declined re election after serving since 1853, while Asa Bird Gardiner led the secretary role. Connecticut Cincinnati rejoined after lapsing in 1804. A banquet followed as delegates gathered for routine business and letters from state societies.
Judge Hopkins awards Rapid Printing Company full claim with interest against Tufts College senior class for payment of last year’s Brown and Blue annual. Collegians contended the work was unsatisfactory.
An article expensive when new becomes cheap once popular. Architectural bed steads now on sale at Paine's 48 Canal Street for as low as $5.70. They feature tubular white metal frames with polished brass trimmings and are described as dainty and attractive.
A blast at Edmund S Hunt & Sons laboratory on Broad Street caused by large No 11 firecrackers. John Connell 35 was unconscious and badly burned. Thomas Shea escaped through a window with a leg cut. Fire loss described as small.
Private advices report Colonel Elihu H. Ropes, president of the Corpus Christi and South America Railway Company, shot and severely wounded in his office in Corpus Christi on Saturday by Matt Dunn. Ropes, unarmed, struggled with Dunn and was saved by a stenographer’s warning.
Mrs. Phillip Kerch, wife of a prosperous farmer near Pleasant Hill, killed four children and then drowned herself. Mollie, 17, thwarted her mother’s plan to harm all. Freddie and Johnny died from poison. the infant and three others were victims in the well tragedy.
J G Richardson of New Haven files suit in Utica seeking more than five million dollars in profits and damages. Targeted firms include McCormick & Co Champion Company Wood Reaper Works, with D M Osborn & Co of Auburn named in the test case. The device centers on a trip hook mechanism for discharging grain gavels. patent expires August 29. Appearance due first Monday in July.
Judge McConnell denounces the American Preservers' Association as the trust's agent in a Chicago case. He overrules the association's demurrer and declares the corporation unlawfully advances trust interests.
Blue and white double and single breasted sacks made in our own work rooms for fine trade color and quality guaranteed Gentlemen who leave their measure will find these suits ideal for summer outings.
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