Financial and Market Report Fragments On Local Page
A condensed reading shows foreign and domestic market notes, imports and exports, marriage and death notices, court records, business troubles, railroad matters, and miscellaneous items. The fragment hints at ongoing trade, legal, and civic matters reflected in brief items.
Dying convict Dolan to serve year after parole
James Dolan, once pardoned by Gov Butler, was tried in Cranston for assault with a hammer on Wm White at the state prison. Dolan, already serving a long sentence, was found guilty with mercy recommended. He received a one year term to start after his prior sentence ends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhode Island
R.J
James Dolan
Massachusetts State
Gov. Butler
Common Pleas Court
Wm. White
Cranston
Dolan
White
Kansas City Cable Accident On Steep Incline
A two car and grip car train on a new cable road near Union depot in Kansas City plunged down a steep incline. Passengers tried to escape but stayed aboard to avoid likely death. The train crashed into another at the depot end. Grip-car worker Dave Ricketts caused the loss of control. Injuries to T K Ashley W M Hanson and Ernest Roberts were serious. Roberts had both legs amputated and will die. The line had operated only two days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
New Cable Road
Union Depot
T. K. Ashley
W. M. Hanson
Dave Ricketts
Ernest Roberts
Roberts
Woman Found Dead in Worcksiben Tenement
Mrs Daniel Keefe 36 was found dead at 155 Ly fann street Worcksiben Mass by police about 4 PM It is thought autopsy will show neck dislocation from being pushed down stairs She and husband James Cook and wives from upper apartment drank morning They gave conflicting stories and are under arrest awaiting arraignment with autopsy planned Three children under 10 years old in the home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Déead
Worcksiben
Mass
Daniel Keefe
Lyfann Street
James Cook
Ay Keefe
Edmands
Washington
Edmonds
Equity Court
J. H. Squire & Co
Squire
Squire & Co
Army
Navy
Statue of Liberty Pageant Draws Deep Public Interest
June 18 reports extraordinary public excitement over the Liberty statue ceremonies naval pageant. A vast fleet accompanies the Isere from Gravesend bay to Bedloe's island signaling the statue’s forthcoming resting place. French residents display patriotism with flags. French lines, consulate, and merchants showcase intertwined tricolor emblems.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York
Gravesend Bay
Bedloe’s Island
Powder Magazine Blast Kills One, Injures Two
A Pu eblo Colorado powder magazine near the Bessemer Steel works exploded at 3 40 pm killing John Weaver and fatally injuring Charles Nelson. The blast damaged buildings within two miles and was caused by Weaver firing a Winchester at a door.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bpenver
Col
Pueblo
Colorado Coal and Tron Company
Bessemer Steel Works
John Weaver
Steel Works
Weaver
Charles Nelson
Nashua Assembly Debates Insurance Bills and Election Case
In Nashua the house passed an address for Capt J Edward Hurst removal. Bills to curb insurer rate fixing and to raise Nashua city officers were read and referred. A contested election report favoring Atherton’s seat was adopted. Senate adjourned with no notable business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Nashua Salvation Army Jubilee Parade and Banner Gift
The Nashua Salvation Army corps celebrated a Jubilee with a street parade led by drummers and tambourines, a city hall service where Gen. Moore of Brooklyn presented a banner, and an out of town visitor turnout followed by a banquet at the barracks. The event concluded quietly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nasmoa
N. H
Salvation Army Corps
City Hall
Gen. Moore
Brooklyn
Nashua Corps
Navy Secretary seeks legal view on Dolphin despatch boat contract
Secretary Whitney forwards a board report on the Dolphin despatch boat contract. The ship failed to meet the 2300 horsepower for six hours and probably cannot reach the intended 15 knot sea speed. The board flags defects in speed strength and workmanship, suggesting the government did not get what Congress authorized and faces a bad bargain or broken contract.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasni Incron
Whitney
Garland
Navy Department
Washington
Sim
Dolphin
Naval Advisory Board
Secretary of the Navy
Long Island
Congress
Judgment of Claims Court in Union Pacific Case
The Court of Claims ruled against the Union Pacific in a six year old case, finding the government owed $1,577,608 after pro rata earnings calculations. A prior $917,000 offset was paid into the treasury, leaving a net balance likely under $100,000. The case began more than five years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Court of Claims
Union Pacific Railroad
Kansas Pacific
Union Pacific
Department of Justice
Interior Department
Thurman
United States Treasury
Treasury
Closing Session of the State Conference at New Bedford
The closing session of the general association of Congregational churches of Massachusetts met at Trinitarian church New Bedford. Delegates credentials totaled 197. Honorary member Rev. De. Cone from Hampden conference welcomed. Committees to run through year on temperance and Sunday school work formed. Reports on Sunday school discussed. financials approved. Next meeting site left to state committee. possible Westfield invitation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Ruprorp
General Association of Congregational Churches of Massachusetts
Trinitarian
de. Cone of
Springfeld
Hampden Conference
Treamer
Westfield
M. Dexter
D. L
Eb, Bridgeman
Northampton
Meredith
M. CG. Ilezzura
E.q
Chicago
C. M. Smithvate
Worcester
J. G. Clark
Gloucester
Atl
A. M
Bay
Srinusvian
Chereh Congregational Association
Pext
Modgermler
E. H. Allen
Taunton
Mere Awards by the Court of Commissioners at Washington
The Court of Commissioners of Alabama Claims issued multiple judgments with 4 percent interest. Entries include Samuel W. Rosenstock and Marion Leventritt for $12,158 (June 4, 1864), Helena A. Macondray executrix for $8,?79 and $2,983 (1862–1863), Archibald Montgomery $5,197 (May 24, 1863), John B. Woodward executor $2,594 (May 27, 1863), and others. several cases show vacated judgments and pro rata allocations to various executors, surviving partners, and administratrices through 1867.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court of Commissioners
Washington
Court of Commissioners of Alabama
Samuel W. Rosenstock
Marion Leventritt
Louis Feldman
Helena A. Macondray
Executrix
David G. Cartright
H. M. Eder & Phanor
M.eder
Eder Bros
Robert W. Weeler
Samuel Abbott
Wade & Allett
Isaore Vormeer
Simeon Ormser
Elihu L. Mix
Jacob Scholle
William Scholle
J. Lincoln
William
Babcock
Sophia Talbot
Charles F. A. Talbot
W. H. Talbot
Frederick
Talbot
Henry Datton
Samuel H. Harmon
Ambrose Rumball
Otis P. Rumball
I. H. Barrett
Barrett
Hlizabeth Swift
Cornelia H. Swift
Eliza N. Swift
Elizabeth W. Aiken
Jacob A.howiland
United States
Wm. Fr. Aiken
Charles S. Hagar
Edward Penniman
Eben Perry
Salisbury Demand Signals Possible Liberal Return to Power
London dispatch reports Liberal fears of Gladstone returning to office as Salisbury demands broader support from the retiring ministry. Conservatives expect Salisbury to take office. Times calls the cabinet a compromise mixing Disraeli lineage with new blood. Deadlock persists as Gladstone withholds pledge and negotiations stall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Gladstone
Marquis of Salisbury
Windsor Castle
the Times
Disraeli
Lord Randolph Churchill
Lord Randolph
India
Earl Dufferin
Council of India
Mr. Chamberlain
Ireland
United Ireland
Lord Salisbury
Salisbury
Cholera Update in Spain and Trade Protests in Madrid
Madrid reports show Valencia city and province with 357 new cases and 121 deaths, Murcia city and province tally 412 cases and 105 deaths, and Castellon de la Plana province 105 cases with 45 deaths. Inoculation with cholera virus is urged by three commission members as harmless to prevent panic. Merchants protest Madrid’s cholera declaration, plan a 24 hour shutdown and draping of Mercantile club to delegitimize the proclamation. Human interest items note a Mt. Vernon church reception for New West Education Commission teachers returning from Utah missions, with speakers advocating gospel work among Mormons and supporting Sunday schools and missionary societies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maprid
Spain
Valencia
Murcia
Castellon de la Plana
Madrid
Alfronse
Mercantile Club
New West Education Commission
Mt. Vernon
Ashburton Place
Utah
Clare
A. Lancaster
North Conway
N. H
Wamaship
Gertrude Samson
West Medford
Sandy
Trexton
Fannie Hall
Plymouth
Bingham
Grace E. Gilbert
Somerville
Pilgrim School
Salt Lake City
Isaac Huse, Jr
Manchester
C. B. Sumner
West Somerville
New Mexico
Arizona
George N. Marden
Colorado College
Colorado Springs
E. Herrick
Sumner
Jesus Christ
Fanny Hall
Miss Hall
A. E. Dunning
Grace E. Gilberth
Alice B. Merriam
Woman’s Home Missionary Society
Gertrude Sampson
Clara A. Lancester
R. R. Meredith
E. N. Packard
Pendlebury Colliery Explosion Casts Dark Toll in England
London reports a Pendlebury colliery blast near Manchester with over 100 dead and 204 rescued. Sixty survivors found, twenty two bodies recovered, and about 122 miners still unaccounted as rescuers race to reach lower sections of the shaft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Pendlebury
Manchester
Riots Shut Werrible Factories Amid Striker Ultimatum
Werrible rioters about 4000 workers attack factories in Brann as soldiers fail to stop the mob until cavalry arrives. More clashes follow with several thousand people, while factories close daily as strikers demand a 10 hour day. Military readiness cited to curb further unrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brann
Port Sur
Suez Canal
Paris
Prince Frederick Charles
Baron von Manteuffel
York
United States
Kearsage
Madeira
Tangiers
Boston musicians give encore laden program at Hodsdon pupils recital
In a Boston recital the baritone Alfred Wilkie, tenor M H Andrews, violinist Leon Keach, and pianist presented a varied program. Each number drew a charming effect and a hearty encore, with all artists receiving a handsome floral tribute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Alfred Wilkie
M. H. Andrews
Bangor
Leon Keach
Hodsdon
Exercises for Saunders Theatre Class Day at Harvard
Complete program of Harvard class day 1955 features Sanders Theatre events including prayer by Rev Peabody and oration by Ward Terry Sanford of Knoxville with poems, songs, and ivy oration. After the tree exercises, graduates host a series of spreads at multiple houses and tea receptions across campus with numerous named hosts and clubs providing hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saunders Theatre
Harvard
Mesers
S. BK. Winslow
J. J. Colony
F. A. Delano
Sanders
Rev
A. F. Peabody
Theward Terry Sanford
Knoxville
Tenn
George Read Nutter
Boston
Ernest Lawrence Thayer
Worcester
Joseph Adna Hill
Temple
N.H
T. H. Root
Grays
R. Peterson
Thayer
W. H. Hidden, Jr
W. H. Baldwin, Jr
North
Weld
Messrs
D. Kellecher
Winthrop Astor Chandler
Winthrop Cowdin
Grafton Dunlany Cushing
James Gregory Mumford
Amos Tuck French
Royal Phelps Carroll
John Lawrence
Egerton Leigh Winthrop, Jr
Hemenway Gymnasium
Charles Heath Atkinson
Ellerton Lodge Dorr, Jr
Frederic Adrian Delano
Oscar Shafter Howard
Robert Fields Simes
James Jackson Storrow, Jr
John Eliot Thayer
Alfred William Hoyt
John Simpkins
Sanders Theatre
Massachusetts Hall
C. W. Ayer
Harry Bartlett
G. R. Blinn
R. W. Boyden
W. D. Brewer, Jr
J.J. Colony
E. T. Edgerly
G. E. Foss
L. Foster
Cc. F. Gilman
Gorham
W. F. Greenman
Haines
D. L. Hazard
Harry Holden
L. L. Jackson
J. B. Newhall
P. E. Presbrey
S. P Read
G. W. Rolfe
C. A. Lawin
G. B. Shepara
E. C
W. K. Draper
C. Dunham, Jr
T. Dunham
J. L. Fiske
F. B. Fogg
A. T. French
J. H. Gardiner
W. A. Halbert
O. R. Hansen
G. F. Harding
M. C. Hobbs
W. H. Holliday
W.P. Homans
J. K. Paulding
H. P. Pierson
A. B. Sawyer
BR. F. Simes
J. Simpkins
W. W. Smith
M. Storer
J.J. Storrow, Jr
C. A. Strong
E. Sutton
H. K K. Swinscoe
F. S. Taylor
A. W. Taussig
B. P. Thayer
BE. L. Thayer
Cross Examined in Fisher Hill Inquiry as Harding Testifies
The third Fisher hill purchase hearing features Herbert L. Harding cross examined by William A. Simmons. Harding discusses his role, relationships with counsel Morse and Farmer, prior statements, land valuations in Brookline, and the pending sale of Fisher hill property. Lemuel Baxter also testifies about land ownership, offers, and pressures from the water board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William A. Simmons
The
Water Board
Herbert L. Harding
Common Council
Fisher Hill Purchase
Simmons
Osborne
Hathorne
Emmons, Lee, Murray
Strange
Rosnosky
Whitcomb
Albree
Solomon B. Stebbins
M. M. Cunniff
Comings
Smart
Fitzgerald
Boston
Tierney
Lawrence
Gus. Russ
George A. Wilson
J. J. McDavitt
Goodrich
Henry Parkman
Appolonio
George M. Towle
Whitten
Taylor
City Messenger
Harding
Morse
Mr. Simmons
Mr. Harding
Lancaster
Mass
Equitable Building
Fisher Hill
Council
Gen. Osborne
George O. Shattuck
Mr. Crocker
Parkman
Bradford
Shattuck
Mr. Farmer
Fisher Brothers
Brookline
Lincoln
Fisher
Blake & Bradford
Mr. Morse
Hobbs
Aspinwall Hill
Mr. Brackett
Traveller
Lemuel Baxter
Wilson
Mr. Wilson
Opposition Statement On Proposed Reorganization Emerges
A Boston Post letter from A N Panui asserts he opposed Blood’s plan to reorganize the Connorton company. Panui notes he served as a trustee and secretary, denies asser tions of favoring a Blood-led scheme, and warns that a two thirds consolidation vote could be legally restrained. He calls for directors who protect all interests at the June 24 security holders meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Post
Blood
Connorton Company
Thomas
Ohio
A, N, Panui
Legislature actions on health boards and tax valuation bills
The Senate engrossed the health board expenditures bill and a substitute for private property costs, failed to refer the tax valuation bill by a 14 to 14 vote, and engrossed a liquor law disposal bill. Other measures include Boston building health provisions amended, a new game bill sent to the next general court, and various orders and engrossed bills on water supply, public health, state taxes, and social welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Scott
Boards of Health
Marden
Boston
Board of Health
Joint Special Committee
State House
State House Commission
Quincy Water Company
Milton
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
Society For the Relief and Aid of
Westborough
Hommopathic Hospital For the Insane
Massachusetts Reformatory
Committee On Public Health
Commonwealth
Unitarian Society of
Grantville
Naumkeag Street Railway
Butterfield
Chelsea
Mystic River Corporation
Mystic River
Old State Prison
Finance Committee
Kendrick
Springfield
Beard
Bill Proposals Move Through House Amid Debates and Amendments
In the house a bill to raise Boston mayoral salary was advanced under rule suspension. A plan for a three person, paid commission to bound Maine and New Hampshire was reported. Debates covered drunkenness penalties, water rates for manufacturers, and harbor wall inquiries. A Cottage City appropriation was revised to 48203 before third reading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephen F. Keyes
Woburn
Boston
Committee On Judiciary
Board of Arbitration
Judiciary Committee
Committee On Federal Relations
Randall
New Hampshire
Banque Cooperatif Canadienne of
Lowell
Bosworth
Taunton
Messrs
Fay
Brookline
Emery
Cambridge
Beard
Gilmore
Baston
Wharton
Warden
Waltham
Perry
Worcester
Gove
Hallett
Nantucket
Curry
Lynn
Boston Children’s Friend Society
Society For the Relief of Eged
Westborough
Homoeopathic Hospital
Cottage City
Davis
Tisbury
Notable Names and Events Parade Through Boston Era
Judge Foraker's law practice valued at 25 000 to 30 000 yearly. Col S L Smith of Lansing, a Democratic war horse, stops at the Revere house. Henry Ward Beecher received an umbrella from Glasgow said to copy one sent to Gladstone and quips that Gladstone needs it in a storm. Capt Johnson Vivian, mining company superintendent, visits Boston from Lake Superior, well and hearty. Golden wedding of Mr and Mrs Silas Parker celebrated in Littleton New Hampshire. many relatives, presents, and decorations. Pope Leo XIII confers doctor of divinity on Rev H L Robinson, rector of St Mary's Uxbridge Mass, who has lead a varied clerical path from Boston to Greenfield and Uxbridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Foraker
Col. S. L., Smith
Lansing
Mich
Revere House
Henry Ward Beecher
Glasgow
Gladstone
Beecher
Johnson Vivian
Franklin and Huron
Lake Superior
Boston
Silas Parker
Ira Parker
Littleton
N. H
Leo XIII
H. L. Robinson
St. Mary’s Church
Uxbridge
Mass
Robinson
Chicopee Falls
Hen
Notable transfers and speeches mark late press roundup
The Pensacola arrives at Gibraltar while Gen Turnbull leaves Alta California with Johnson. John F Miller speaks in San Francisco on the Nicaragua canal. Cornell University candidates include Adams Angell and Walker for president succeeding Dr White. Adjutant General Drum in Washington reports no hostile Indians in New Mexico, with belief Indians left Arizona. In Charlottesville two black defendants, Joe Barbour and Horace Terrill, are executed in the jail yard for murders of a man and a girl. The execution is private.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S
Pensacola
Gibraltar
Turnbull
Alta California
San Francisco
Johnson
John F. Miller
Val
Nicaragua Canal
United States
C. K. Adams
Ann Arbor
Angell
Walker
Boston
Cornell University
Ithaca
Dr. White
Drum
Washington, D. C
Col. Bradley
Santa Fe
New Mexico
War Department
Arizona
Charlottesville
Joe Barbour
Horace Terrill
Randall Jackson
Mary Foster
Westchester Senator Seeks New York Port Collector Post
State Senator Henry C. Nelson of Westchester arrives seeking the port of New York collector job with strong backing and hopes to win as a compromise candidate amid political maneuvering. The note includes other editorials about officials, appointments, and party strategies from various papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry C. Nelson
Westchester County
N. Y
New York
Washington
Whitney
LN. Y. San
van Deusen
Ashley
Internal Revenue Collector
Springfield
The
Enquirer
Foraker
Cincinnati Enquirer
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Boston Weekly Post
Bridaye
Anager
Cere
Boston Wreely Post
Possiamieaneienetss
Treasurer Post Publishing Co
Telegraph and Mail
Boston Custom House
Bolan
Utfimois
House
Collins
F. H. Tubbs
Western Union Telegraph Company
Leland Hotel
Baker
Moultrie County
Bartholdi
Norwich
Conn
Laurel Hill
NEW Hampshire Legislature
NEW York University
Academy of Music
Department of Arts and Science
John Fiall
Henry MacCracken
Daniel W. Hering
Subilee
Salvationists
Maine Universalists
Bath
Prentice A. Perkins
Warde’s Cove
Gody
Grovers
Roach’s
W. C. Whitney
A. H. GakLanp
Sands
Dr. Newman
Jesse Grant
Gen. Grant
Douglas
Mir. McGregor
Congregationalists
New Bedford
Alabama ‘Claims
Isbs
Israel Lawton
Cut
A. L. King
Arkansas
Harrison, Ark
Bancroft
Port Huron
William F
Howland
District of
Beaufort
N. C
A. Richardson
Pamlico
Nuc
Veterans AT
Portland
Grand Army of the Republic
Committee On Transportation
Boston and Maine Railroad
Old Orchard
Committee On Music
Belfast
Livermore Falls
Buddensick
Walters
Foreign News
England
General Foreign News
Lorbing
the Graphic
Itx
Loring
Denham
Iis
Agricultural Department
the Post
Durham
Dr. Loring
Gou
John A. Loring
Fk Street
Malden
John Atwood
van Wormer
Tufts
Mr. Frank
Pheenix
Hartford
Wm. Atwood
Alfred Amerige
John L. Hodsdon, Jr
Ella Cleveland Fenderson
W. F. Shaw
Carrie Leavitt
Mr. Staples
Cambride
Mabel Sargent
George G. Hayward
Samuel D. Sargent
St. John’s Memorial Chapel
Brattle Street
Kenry Warner
Rollin Hayward
William F. Kellogg
F. W. White
G. H. Morse
Arthur Brooks
Onor
William E. Russell
Annie Longfellow
Henry W. Paine
Dean Gray
Episcopal Theological School of
Mary Hayward
Georgine Cary
Cornelia Horsford
Horsford
Sara Gray
W. N. Buil
Bishop Deane
Dean Grey
Deane
Ware Street
Mt. Desert
New England
New York and New England Railroad
Air Line
Reston
Uhr. Simmons
Wightman
Boylston Street
Blake
Daland
Legislature
Guyandotte
Old Dominion Steamship Line
North River
Charlestown, WN
Charlestown
N. G
Jone Ls
Sumner ©. Foster
Abbie W. Grinnell
Unitarian
Yy. D. Howard
E. S. Taylor
Herbert W. Bond
Ferbert Orpen
Itoo
Rowe’s Wharf
Gov. Andrew
Orpen
Bostex
Weskly Post
Post Publishing CO
Tran
Benj. Delare
Mate
Edward Bartlett
Alice
New Englavd Water Works Association
Salvation Army
Haverhill
Para Rubber Company
South Framingham
Plymuth
D. H. Richmond
New Hampshire House of Representatives
Boston, Concord and Montreal Railroad Company
Deering
Jeptha
I.C.C.F
Augusta
Chandler
Eagle
Joseph Hayes
St. Mary
Ancient Order of Hibernians
Ham
Father Murphy
Charles D. Nash
Department of Massachusetts
J. O. Cushman & Co
Cobb Lime Company
Phomaston
Knox County
Charles Edgerly
Dover
N. B
Thomas French
Skowhegan
State Agricultural College
George 8. Hill
Dexter
Normal Schools
John Barnes
Fall River
Benjamin T. Young
Provincetown High School
Centenary Methodist Church
Shorte
Masonic Hall
Samuel Hateh
Bay State Mills
Washington Mills Company
Washington Mills
Fred Ayer
Williston Seminary
Easthampton
Hkx
Knight
H. M. Tyler
Lake Winnapesaukee
James Bell
Bearisland
Lake Village
Laconia
Concord
Demes Kellett
New Haven
Pittsburg
Conference Committee
Lawil
Sommer St
Gor
Arch
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