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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1894
Page
6
Amid tense hearings in Massachusetts, Senators debated substituting, stock auctions, and restrictions on the Bell Telephone Company. Critics labeled the company as too powerful while supporters urged fair treatment and continued growth, with votes on key amendments and a chaotic House caucus.
In a heated session on the Meigs bill John Quinn Jr. of Boston challenged Eugene Moriarty of Worcester over how the measure was moved from orders. Moriarty denied surreptitious tactics and the House carried his motion to assign to 11:30. The chamber then debated the death penalty with supporters arguing for enforcement and opponents citing mercy and jury issues. The House rejected the death penalty 29 to, while the caucus act amendments passed in the Senate on party lines. A Ward 17 investigation resolution faces a constitutional objection and possible reconsideration.
A Lynn police raid on a Union Street pool room led to 75 arrests and the seizure of betting paraphernalia and $300. Agent Chase of the Watch and Ward Society instigated the operation, which drew about 2000 onlookers. Complainant Evan Edward Davis named the proprietor. officers prepared to present cases before Judge Berry.
The Common Council adjourned without business after a late start. President O'Brien ordered the roll called with 25 members present, prompting claims of a quorum issue and accusations of stalling on the garbage disposal matter tied to a Charlestown bridge committee trip.
Mr P. Shortis showcased banjo virtuosity before a large crowd in Horticultural Hall. The performer, praised as Paganini of the banjo, made the instrument talk sing and dance and even led a march review with various musical figures. He also played violin on encores with assistance from Minnie J. Gaul Jeannie M. Crocker and others.
The article notes a brewing clash between supporters and opponents of the proposed award and a plan to move the House of Correction from South Boston to an island. Support exists among peninsular district members, but strong opposition blocks progress. Also unresolved is Councilman Lynch's investigation request into the Roxbury fire destruction, pending for weeks alongside other urgent business.
Erastus Wiman testified that MacFarland set a trap to force him to confess to Dan. General Tracy fought to admit evidence about Wiman being arrested to block stock sales. Wiman discussed his stake in the company and his attempt to realize investments. He denied intent to defraud Dun and Co. and described past financial maneuvers and the 135000 check. Arguments to follow.
Snubley longs for corned beef to go with a cigar Cubley had given him. The playful line appears in Town Topics, illustrating light casual banter among readers.
The Boston Fire Department changes announced in the Sunday Post go into effect at 10 o clock today. Rumors of further promotions and transfers were denied by Chairman Vitch, with a plan to promote private rank members to lieutenant and reassign captains, though today's transfers will not occur.
Stephen Schaff aged 76 of Greenfield was knocked down by Mounted Officer Underwood’s horse on State street during the Lancers parade. He was transported to Massachusetts General Hospital after regaining consciousness, and expects to leave in a day or two.
State Department reports Korean representatives declare the insurrection fully ended. The King thanks the Baltimore for timely arrival that saved foreign lives and aided the government by its moral presence at a critical moment.
June 14 report from Shaaron notes a sharp drop in temperature with frost in the low lands injuring vegetables and causing agricultural concern for local growers.
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