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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1894
Page
1
Overstocked on lamps to be cleared before July 1. New perfect lamps with best burners. Displayed on special tables in the street floor showroom. Prices marked plainly and every lamp warranted. Unusually low prices for fine lamps.
A severe storm last evening up the Turtle Creek Valley caused extensive damage from Sandy Creek to Plum Creek. Dozens of homes washed away, a ten foot flood through Sandy Creek Village, and several drownings feared. Rail lines and industrial sites like the New York & Cleveland Gas Coal Co plant and Westinghouse Electric Works suffered major destruction.
A blaze struck a shed at Parry Bros brick yard in North Cambridge around 6 20 last evening. The fire damaged a boiler engine and machinery owned by Parry Bros and Hews Pottery Co. Damage estimates run to about 0 The cause is suspected to be arson by youths. The new chemical engine No 2 made its first call from Box 7 percent.
The steamer Plymouth remains stuck on Spindle Rock at Newport Rhode Island. At high water tonight the tug Right Arm and tugs Cora L Staples and George A Dean pulled on hawses from the starboard side to haul her off broadside. A final attempt is planned in the morning, with pontoons as a possible lift if it fails.
Superintendent James E. Dolan refutes a New York despatch claiming the Pearson Cordage Company of Boston is to be absorbed by the Cordage Trust. He tells a Post reporter there is no foundation to the rumor and no negotiations have occurred.
Hudson report says a general strike was inaugurated at Jeff's shoe shop today due to a wage reduction. Union leaders called for solidarity as workers walked out and customers faced delays in service.
The President has returned from his cruise in Chesapeake Bay in excellent condition. The only beer sold on draught at the Pop concerts is the celebrated Rochester Bohemian.
An early Boston advertisement notes fair weather and growing clothing sales at My Clothier's. It promotes all-wool trousers and vests, latest styles, and colors, with prices from 2 to 5 dollars and a money back offer. It emphasizes fit and make as proof of value.
Trial Justice Fairbanks reports an inquest into James Green’s death near City Mills on May 18. The verdict says Green died from a broken neck in an unknown manner after examining theories of a railroad accident and possible scuffle on freight trains.
Last season odds close at 25 cents. New summer straws priced 30 cents to 3.00. Yacht caps for clubs include Larchmont N Y Yacht Eastern Sailing Masters and officers. Bathing suits 760 to 6.00 with bathing caps and trunks from G W Simmons & Co at 632 to 644 North Street Oak Hall Boston.
Investigators pressed brokers in Washington on sugar stock dealings. George W. Silsby of Silsby & Co. refused to name senators trading Sugar stock, saying he would consult an attorney. J. W. Macartney of Carson & Macartney and telegraph operator Lester Fisher declined to disclose names or orders, citing confidentiality and potential legal jeopardy.
New York June reports say witnesses like Harry Hill and Superintendent Byrnes may testify this week. The saga centers on police pressure, Tammany influence, and alleged payouts to captains for tolerating violations. The Lexow inquiry opened with notes on Sunday saloon enforcement and police complicity.
The Fall River line unveils its finest steamer Priscilla on a trial trip and gala reception. Boston guests and the Commercial Club join in awe at the 440 foot vessel built for 1600 passengers, with gold decorations, steel hulls, and powerful engines as crowds admire the new queen of inland navigation.
The Boston aldermen debated a proposed five member board of visitors to state public institutions with duties limited to oversight. Most opposed creating the paid three year term body, arguing existing commissioners and mayoral power suffice. The motion failed to suspend rules. the item remains to be acted on next meeting.
Weather forecast from Washington on June 19 shows showers in the early morning for New England and Eastern New York with likely fair conditions later. Winds will be from the southwest.
The monitor Passaic is placed at the disposal of the Massachusetts Naval Reserves. Lieutenant M. J. T. L. Halpine has been ordered in charge of the vessel.
Attorney General Olney departed for Providence Rhode Island to deliver the commencement address at Brown University tomorrow afternoon on The Scholar in Politics. The report also notes a boast about the finest draft beer at Pop concerts and identifies the Rochester Brewing Company's Bohemian as the beer in question.
In Washington on June 19 the Senate committee set the egg duty at 3 cents a dozen. Books over twenty years old and scientific publications will be admitted free. Raw hides are removed. Hides and skins remain dutiable. Bacon and hams taxed at 20 percent. Ink powders and printer ink duty raised to 25 percent.
The mayor states the Gas Board was not created to enable exclusive swaps and sends a formal communication to the board. Details continue on page 4.
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