Fire alarms and accidents in Boston area reported
Fire calls across Boston and vicinity include fires in homes on Grantcourt and School street in the Bunker Hill district caused by fire crackers, a roof blaze in Swampscott from sparks, and a two-building blaze on Fulton Street. Steamers collided injuring two hosemen near Hanover and Blackstone, with one leg likely amputated. A late-night alarm for a fire at 157 Bunker Hill Street, and a separate blaze at 2 Main Street in Charlestown produced no damage. Brief telegraphic reports cite fires in Athol and Barco Maine areas with substantial, uninsured losses and extensive lumber destruction. Emergency crews treated injuries at Massachusetts General Hospital.
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Boston
John Rooney
Grantcourt
Bunker Hill
Francis G. Sager
School Street
Swampscott
James Tweed
Orient and
Dumphrey Streets
Fulton Street
CG. Blanchard
Hanover
Blackstone
Charles H. Stevens
Frank C. Douglass
Massachusetts General Hospital
Stevens
Douglass
Bunker Hill Street
Ernest GC. Marshall
T. G. 5. Robinson
Main Street
Charlestown
Athol
Mass
South Boylston
Nelson Farrer
Edward Farrer
Ernest Hutchinson
Douglaston
R. A. & J. Stewart
Trial of Walter L. Bradshaw for man slaughter continued
The superior criminal court at East Cambridge, before Judie Bacon, heard the case. Evidence closed Friday. Defense counsel Mr Greenharge began argument while District Attorney Stevens closed for the prosecution. The jury retired at 12:30 PM but failed to agree. A verdict is not expected to be reached.
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Walter L. Bradshaw
Superior Criminal Court
East Cambridge
Judie Bacon
Greenharge
Stevens
Prominent Visitors and Real Estate Moves Noted
Leopold Morse returned home from Washington for a brief visit. Lyman D. Morse of J. H. Bates’s New York advertising agency is in town for a few days. John K. Tarbox has bought the Way residence on Beacon Street and will move there after returning from a western business trip. Prof Cleveland Abbe, chief of the US Signal Service, is visiting for a fortnight and will tour signal service stations and major New England colleges.
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Leopold Morse
Washington
Lyman D. Morse
J. H. Bates
New York
John K. Tarbox
Beacon Street
Cleveland Abbe
United States Signal Service
Dover 1861 Peace Convention Speech by Thomas F. Bayard
On June 27 1861 a large peace convention met at the Dover village green to oppose civil war and call for peaceful adjustment. Thomas F. Bayard appeared as his father’s representative and urged standing by the laws, resignations of legislators, and choosing a course to restore peace, arguing that only treaty can end the civil war in ten days.
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Dover
Del
James A. Bayard
United States Senate
Bayard
Thomas F. Bayard
Delaware Gazette
Senator Bayard
Philadelphia
Delaware
Wnion
Ate
Union
Union Four Fathers
Ilias
United States
Great Britain
Mexico
Europe
Douglas
Abraham Lincoln
North
South
Congress
Maryland
New Castle County
Senate
North Star
Ind
Gen
Scott
Erring
Lincoln
Calhoun Schoor
Daniel Webster Reid
Mr. Bayard
Republican Journal
Flushing Daily Times
Sun
Tom Bayard
James Ashley Bayard
Hayne
Calhoun
Jefferson
D Jetterson
Brotherhood of
Secere
Loomade
Rcond
Thomas Francis Bayard
New York Sun
Bayaril
Tere
Horace Greeley
Wendell Phillips
Springfield Republican
New London
Conn
Thames
Harvard
Columbia
Columbia University
Dorchester Yacht Club
Dorchester Sucht Club
Huron
William Gray
Nirvana
Commodore Freeman
Hesper
W. H. Forbes
Maggie
G. H Warren
Adrienne
J. Patt
Shadow
Cob
John Sryant
Lillie
J. P. Gale
Vere
Rennes K
J. Malcolm Forbes
Cygnet
BE. B. Rovers
Nimbus
C.b
J. W. Hill
Kitty
Parbeil
Adams
Pearl
J. F. Lee
Niobe
BE. L. Danne
Alda
WH. Wilkinson
Bannaret
J. F. Brown
Zela
Fowle
Warren
Echo
Putnam and Hudson
Bessie
P. Curtis
Vesper
R. M. Benner
Seabird
G.S. Korbush
David Crockett
Mabel H
Robert Brymer
Emily
C. J. McManus
Celeste
George Thomas
Lizzie Warner
T. Lutted
Gem
W. WH. Hammond
Rhisbe
A. Freewan
Rita
A. T. Bliss
Uno
John Marno
Auguusta
Logan
Eastern Railroad
Gen. Logan
Senator Hale
Sewall
Director Jones
Mr. Blaine
Walker Blaine
Portland
Brunswick
Gardiner
Hallowell
Bengal Tiger. Gen. Logan
Augusta
Blaine
Elsworth
Hales
Voice for Bayard in Detroit Letter to Editor
A Detroit Free Press reader urges Democrats in Detroit and Michigan to rally behind Hon. TV F. Bayard as a unifying leader. The writer praises Bayard's record and loyalty, noting the New York statesman’s refusal to be standard bearer and advocating Bayard as the best candidate to secure victory. The letter dated June 13 emphasizes Bayard’s integrity and role as a leader of leaders.
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Bayard
Detroit Free Press
Detroit
Michigan
New York
Hon. TV
F. Bayard
Dre Trorr
New Yorks Narrowly Escape Defeat by Boston Nine
Baseball report details a Boston win over New York with strong fielding. The New Yorks managed only one hit while Boston tallied nine hits including two three-baggers. Key plays featured a controversial Manning out at the plate and Crowley’s productive rally in the eighth. Umpire Burns officiated as Boston improved in the league standings amid other results.
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Boston
India
Barnum
iLindoostan
Upper Nile
East Trabes
Israel
Azteca
Mexico
Indus
Beacon Street
Back Bay
South End
West End
Elmaren
Bostons
New Yorks
Dorgan
Hackett
Hornung
Caskins
McKinnon
Santen
Whitney
Welch
Hankinson
Manning
Buffinton
Ewing
Reds
Burdock
Sutton
Crowley
Conner
Ennedrons
Whitner
Livce
Doulle
Calkins
Burns
Providence
Phiiladelphias
Philadelpias, Co
Lrrory
Philadelphias
Cleveland
Clevelands
Detroits
Buffalo
Butinios
Chicuros
le Linse Bits
Buffalos
Chicagos
Buffplos
Worcester
Worcesters
Holyokes
Brunswick
Bowdoins
Bates
Baltimore
Baltimores
St. Louis
Philadelphia
Cincinnatis
Athletics
Washington
Washingtons
Indianapo
IH Louis Unions
Pittsburg
Louisvilles
Alleghenys
Cambridge
Harvards
Dr. Pope
Amherst
Amhersts
Hyde Park
German Rifle Club of
Clarendon Hills Range
J. Max
J. Sehmidgrueber
J. Kimmell
F. Hubner
G. Brewer
GC. Hottleman
F. Snillar
F. Klabner
C. Hottleman
J, Schmidgrueber
Maine Democrats Rally Behind Blaine for Governor Nomination
Bangor Me June 16 special despatch reports huge Maine Democratic gathering on eve of state convention. Leaders and many from across the state insist Blaine’s nomination unites the party and spurs strong turnout despite opposition rumors. Names of prominent Democrats and local venues listed. burlesque and garden entertainments noted alongside.
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BanGor
James Gillespie Blaine
Maine
Bangor House
Penobscot Exchange
Bangor Exchange
Windsor
Blaine
Bion Bradburry
Bion Bradbury
Arthur Sewall
David R. Hastings
C. H. Osgood
C. Leavitt
C. P. Roberts
Garcelon
Edmund Wilson
Charles H. Chase
G. Belcher
John C. Talbot
Jesse
Lyford
Benjamin F. Andrewa
A. W. Bradbury
P. Morton
A. S. Kimball
Trafton Hatch
Jas
PP. Bass
Williamson
Dr. Fuller
George H. Nichols
Alonzo Garcelon
Jdr
Col
G. We. Ricker
Col. Rust
J.A. Gallagher
J. McGillicuday
Voters Split on Blaine Logan Ticket in Boston Area
A string of quotes from Boston area residents split over James Blaine and the Cleveland Bayard ticket. Bankers merchants and doctors praise or condemn the nomination, with many Republicans vowing to back Cleveland or Bayard to defeat Blaine. Business leaders in Lynn report broad opposition and fear about Blaine’s ability to carry the ticket.
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Blaine
Grover Cleveland
Back
John C. Fremont
James G. Blaine
Suffolk County
Cleveland
Bayard
Logan
Boston
Ben Butler
Grand Army
Post
Lynn
Lyon
Butler
Significant Democratic Leaders Clash Over Tariff Talk
Washington dispatch reports a heated conference among Randall Hewitt and Morrison on tariff policy. Randall seeks selective reductions while Morrison pushes for broad cuts. The Ways and Means Committee aims to align with Hewitt against rapid consideration, while Republicans oppose advancing the bill citing potential rate changes.
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Washington, D. C
Messrs. Randall
Hewitt
Morrison
Cooper
Mr. Randall
Mr. Hewitt
Randall
Senate clash over forged report words in Georgia bill debate
In Washington on June 16 the Senate saw Sen Ingalls accuse Sen Brown of inserting forged words into the official debate report on Georgia’s 1777 common defense bill. Brown denied the charges. the dispute sparked heated exchange and was postponed as other business followed.
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Washington
Senate
Ingalls
Georgia
Brown
Mr. Brown
Mr. Ingalls
Edmunds
Gorman
Another Proposition to Increase the Swollen Pension List
In the Senate today Mr Cameron of Pennsylvania introduced a bill to amend the pension law. It would grant $40 to $72 monthly pensions for disabled veterans with various amputations and wounds. The measure mirrors a House-approved bill from Mr Matson. The session also considered interrogating New York banks and railroad bond guarantees, with adjournment planned for July 3 amid political maneuvering.
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Washington
Senate
Cameron
Pennsylvania
House
Committee On
Matson
Indiana
United States
Butler
New York
Merrill
Committee On Finance
Fie
Blair
Pacific Railways
van Wyck
Committee On the Judiciary
Congress
Logan Allegations Mirror 1868 Tennessee Volunteer Claim
A Republican correspondent cites a May day affidavit asserting John A. Logan urged enlistment with Cunningham’s Tennessee volunteers in 1861 and aided cross at Paducah to evade Union troops. The source notes Logan’s later alleged treasonous stance, referencing Chicago News and Chicago Tribune coverage as confirmation of controversial claims within a Republican paper.
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Logan
Williamson County
Paducah
Ohio River
John A. Logan
Cairo
Myson
R. L. Wheatley
Thomas Coder
Harry Hayes
William Tinker
Jackson Brown
Jackson Law
George Law
Joshua Law
Fleming Ghent
Martin Williams
Marion
Illinois
Chicago Tribune
Washington
John Logan
Insurance urged after Boston warehouse fire warning
A Boston warehouse fire highlights that even well protected mercantile properties face large losses. The piece stresses the need for ample insurance with reliable companies, urging property owners to secure sufficient coverage for total destruction risks.
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Boston Weekly Post
Post Publishing CO
Hoston
Joseph E. McDonald
Telegraph
Meil
Dawes
Annavolis
Constellation
Dale
N. H. Farquahar
C. D. Sigsbee
Hampton Roads
North Atlantic
Bradshaw
Geolo
John Merryman
John W. Cullen
Sporting Matters
City Point H
A.B. R. B. T.esplo
Wise
AB. i. Orr
OPI
Foavegess
Wiard
Au Connor
le New Yorks
Cssi
Cuskins
Smats Emhasee
le Jmcago
Bute
City Point
Bradford
Riverside
Everett
East Boston
Central
Willow
J. J. Reardan
Mr. Porter
Columbias
Henry F. Corcoran
W. F. Conley
Centrals
J. M
Baseball Today
A. M
Providences
Chicago
Union—Nationals
Cincinnati
Kansas Citys
Keystones
Reserves
Lynns
Walthams
Waltham
J. L. Whiting & Son
R. H. White
Riversides
Insurance
C. F. Hovey
Dover Pena
Crockery
Emerson Inne
Hanovers
Institute
de Gourky
Boston Polo Club
Shoe
John L. Whiting & Son
Columbian
Cattunack
Providence Baseball Club
Williantics
Mystic Order OF Owls
Hing
Frederick
Order
Eastern Avenue Pier
J. Putnam Bradlee
King Frederick
Deer Island
Frank Vose
Aes
Hicks
Navy Yard
Great Shear Wharf
City Square
Order of Owls
Majesty
Sta
W. IL. Swan Loader
Thurt Club
Royal Engineer
D. Frank Stearns
Herbert W. Iunson
Richard Moliing
Ately
Boston City Band
J. J. Cinas
Calcium
J. Weary Brown
Adjotannt
L. EH. Trinson
Charletown Artillery
M. J. Callahan
Gustavus Norton, Jr
Jackson Guard
P.P. Payne
Clarestown
Leon H. Batemen
J. Thomas Baldwin
Odd Fellows
George D. Wemyss
William H. Townsend
John H. Studley, Jr
Henry Hayward
Earl Heutenant
W. Otis Wiley
Knights of the Owls
Fr. Vose
W. H. Boardman
Adolphe J. Harrison
Frank O. Mason
Edgar 8. Haines
Everett A. Stevens
J. Homer Edgerly
R. D. Marr
J. M. Minot
J. R. Beckford
J. P. Hilton
B. H. Glines
Mers
C. T. Boardman
Main
Seliivan
Hassell
Banker Hill
Elim
Bartlett
Green, High
Concord
Chelsea
Mt. Vernon Streets
Monument Square
Monument Avenue
Winthrop
Claims
Park Streets
Sullivan Square
Bunker Hill Streets
Albion Tourgee
Tie
Bluine
New Jersey
Newark Journal
Thurman
Ohio
Grover Cleveand
The
Manchester Union
Burrato
N. Y
Frank Parker
Buffalo Field Club
West Falls
Parker
Hitself
Democrats
John M. Goodwin
Waterford
Willian M. Rust
Belfast
Dadge Redman
Ellsworth
Col. Edwards
Bethel
John W. Deering
Pomliud
Hion
Goodwin
Kimball
Oxford County
Deering
Col. Edmunds
Stedman
Rush
Belfast Progressive Age
Payson Tucker
Edward C. Allen
Wm. Rush
Jos. Pr. Bass
James F. Rawson
Tucker
New England
Maine Central
Trafton Watch
Portland, Saco and Portsmouth Railroad
York County
Fryeburg
Edward Cushing
Camden
Eastern Steamship Line
Rice
Rockland
E. C. Allen
Uncle Sam
Williamn AM
Ocrust
Bush
Allen
J. P. Buss
Bansor Commercial
Rawson
Bass
Lk. W. Staples
Biudeford
C. H. Chase
Col. Osgood
Lewiston
R. D. Rundlett
Wiscasset
S. D. Leavitt
Eastport
E. C. Chase
Lubee
Mr. Lynch
Machias
Ferguson Hinines
Biddeford
Charles McCarthy
C. W. Roberts
William A. Cromwell
Atwood Leyensaler
Thomaston
Jo. C. Wilson
Penobscot
Geo. Danforth
Aroostook
T. L. Farnsworth
Carobenland
E. C. Moody
York
R. D. Woolman
Kennebec
J. W. Childs
Franklin
Lyford and Osgood
Col. Drinkwater
Massachusetts State Central Committee
Woodman
Cromwell
Eyler
Massachusetts
McDonald
MecDonald
New Hampshire
Entertainments
Blue Beard
Bijou
Bijou Burlesque Company
H. B. Farnie
Soseeeesss
Jacques Kruger
Corporal Zoug Zoug
Arthur W. Tams
George A. Schiller
Emma Carson Fatima
Fannie Rice
Yshacabuc
Rene Perry Hassan
Anne Buzses
Nen
Ese
Genevieve Reynolds
Grace Sherwood
Seeee
Eugenie Maynard
Seeeeee
Lulu Forbes
Lulu Tatein
Marb le Wentworth
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Laura Burt Pers
Miss Carson
Miss Rice
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Miss Hall
Mr. Tams
Mr. Kruger
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Ibrahim
Oakland Garden
Bristol
Lulu Evans
Nora
Miss Rose Dana
Dora
Edwin H. Carroll
O’brien
Gus Bruno
Capt. Cranberry
Baga
Koran
Islam
Janina
Skutari
Society For the Prevention of Cruelty
B Bartholomew
Angell
Society For the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals
Henry
Russell
Prof
Bartholomew
Spaulding
Boston Museum
Walter Pelham
Hss
Georgie D. Spaulding
Park Theatre
Wallack Company
Hamilton
Oquidu
Petersilea Academy of Music, Elocution and Languages
Senator Ingalls
Senate Appropriation Committee
Ore
Messrs. Holmes and
Starbuck
Charlies L. Colby
Milwaukee
John H. Hall
Oregon Navigation Company
M.C. Whitney
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Horace Porter
Paul Schultze
Oregon
C. H. Graves
Milk
Washington St
ADVAN
A. P. Moore
Indianapolis Sentinel
Sentinel
Lik
Mulberry, Ind
Congress Street
Lars
Best Companies
Tal
Ance
Busi
Ness
Insurance Agency
Kilby ST
COAL
Lackawanna Stove
Sea Uw SR
Cannel
Acadia
Bofton Proper
Somerville
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