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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1897
Page
5
The Beacon prints Cyrus W. Page accusing a member of the Election Commissioners of aiding indicted men and blocking justice by influencing juror lists. The commissioners call the charge false, saying juror names were submitted months before indictments and cannot be manipulated by any single member.
The piece questions election commission oversight in jury lists and raises suspicions about two commissioners appointed by Mayor Quincy. It alleges ties with city contractors under indictment and asks how private interests may influence official duties and jury selections.
Linus E Pearson, chairman of the Board of Election Commissioners, denounces an editorial as an outrage. He explains jurors were drawn in January and February, handed to the Aldermen in March, and that no indicted men or lawyers he knows were in the office. He describes the process as fair, with lists prepared by clerks and the Mayor present to prevent manipulation.
Judge Timothy McDonough roared at an editorial claiming juror drawing collusion. He labeled the insinuations as untrue and asserted he is not the lawyer for the client mentioned, reiterating that Mr. Nawn is his client and that he has had no involvement.
A five cent bar of FELS NAPTHA soap claims to wash clothes cleaner and sweeter in cold or lukewarm water with half the labor of the usual method. FELS CO Philadelphia.
A city official rebuts charges of contractor influence and improper conduct by election commissioners. He says he referred the indicted to Nason & Proctor, denies collusion with contractors, and defends the jury selection from January to March, praising the board’s care and the judges’ satisfaction.
In Dorchester a Beacon copy is shown to Commissioner James J. Costello. He reads with a smile and says that the piece misrepresents how juror lists are made and stresses that the list is prepared once a year by the proper authorities.
Ladies connected with St Marys Infant Asylum have arranged a full day festival at Mechanics Building on Saturday June 19 from 10 a m to 10 p m. Young performers from several parishes entertain from 2 to 6 p m with a continuous program. Evening features Syrian life scenes in native costumes performed by 30 people, a minstrel show led by Wendell Phillips Society with Joe Callahan Fred Harrington M Ryan F Snyder J Kane and J Riordan as end men, and music from Stone's Orchestra and Cambridge Manual Training School Band.
In Cleveland on June 18 the Republican primary for U S Senate endorsement was bitterly fought. Foraker forces led by Mayor McKisson clashed with Hanna backers who fielded a legislative slate. The Hanna faction remains united and pledges to vote for M. A. Hanna in November if elected.
In the fourth session of the Superior Court yesterday verdicts were rendered. Jacob Abajian vs Madras Nahigian ended in a verdict for the defendant on false arrest. Peter F. O'Brien vs Frank E. Jones concerned a contract. auditor's finding for defendant was sustained by the jury. Frank E. Jones et al. vs Peter F. O'Brien involved $2333 suit. auditor's finding for plaintiff was $547, and the jury adopted it.
A Boston report describes a volatile June day with temperatures ranging from 61 to 76 degrees. Wind shifts from northeast to southeast explained the erratic changes as observers noted no forecastable extreme.
Enthusiastic meeting of the Parnell branch last Sunday evening urged increasing numbers and strength for the Irish Independent League. Speakers included Hon. Philip J., Hon. Thomas H., Colonel Doherty, Thomas Riley, and J. Collins as secretary. Organizers plan new branches and a July 9 meeting to spread support for Irish independence and sympathy for Cuban struggles.
In the chamber during naval estimates Signor Féte warned that declaring difficulties with America could be a grave mistake. Minister of marine Brin urged restraint while noting potential naval demonstrations at Italian American ports and the likelihood of sending Italian vessels only on certain occasions.
The will of telescope maker Alvan G. Claine was filed yesterday in Middlesex Probate Court. He leaves the estate to his daughter and relatives with Joseph Willard of Etna and George E. Gilbert of Newton named as executors and trustees. The document is dated April 27, 18.
Worcester reports Belle Ri in died after a night assault by teamster Kert Peters. Peters, on trial for assault, faced a murder charge and was committed to county jail.
The Roxbury Court continued the trial of James F. Quigley and James Carmichael charged with assault with intent to kill saloon keeper T. F. Maguinnis. Testimony showed multiple arrests, police witnesses, and disputes over evidence and names, with inspector Gaddis at the center of procedural questions.
A letter from J A Collier of Hart Michigan requests two dollars worth of Postum Cereal Coffee by express with a money order attached. The note asserts family preference for Postum over coffee and warns grocers against imitations.
The testimony centers on Maguinnis identifying Steele as an assailant and Division 10 officers arresting Steele. Chief Watts and Captain Dugan dispute authority over the arrest while Gaddis presents a private arrest report. Carmichael’s condition and Steele’s alibi are reviewed as the defense criticizes Gaddis and the handling of the case. The hearing resumes next morning at 10.
Dorchester residents form the Dorchester Carnival Association led by president Fred J. Taber to stage a Fourth of July celebration with a parade bicycle races fireworks and militia units. A route from Pleasant Street to Mattapan Square is planned with floats from Charlestown and ample food service as local officials secure funding and organize committees.
Mrs Esther Garvey aged 43 of 41 Washburn Street was found face downward in the Blackstone River early today. Her husband William Garvey awoke at 4:30 and, after summoning help, located her in shallow water suggesting possible self harm or accidental drowning.
Henry Willis of Brockton was adjudged probably guilty of murder in Taunton and bound over to the November grand jury. Witnesses described a Sunday in the woods near Randall, a fatal beating, and Willis’s statements about the fight while a pine club was found at the scene.
A South Boston merchant, A. McLeod of 244 Broadway, testifies that California Catarrh Cure relieved years of catarrh, hawking, and throat odor, restoring health after using three large bottles. He advises others to use C. C. C. and keep O. C. C. on hand for colds and family use. He notes dealers sell for 50 cents or thrice that for one dollar.
Sunday services listed for Baptist, Congregationalist, Presbyterian, Evangelical, and Unitarian churches across Boston. Details include times 9:30 to 7:30, sermon topics such as The Great Shepherd's Compassion and The Victorian Jubilee, choir performances, baptisms, alms and hymn programs, and free seating with several venues noting special programs and open invitations. A separate note highlights Diamond Jubilee events at Music Hall and a relief gathering at Arcade Hall Park Square.
The Emperor and Empress of Germany arrived in Cologne on June 18 to attend the unveiling of a statue to Emperor William I.
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