Farmington Graduation Highlights 16 Graduates At High School
Friday ceremonies in Farmington featured 16 graduates in the high school hall. Minnie C Bailey Genevieve O Dodge and Albert W Preston were among those receiving diplomas.
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1884
Page
1
Friday ceremonies in Farmington featured 16 graduates in the high school hall. Minnie C Bailey Genevieve O Dodge and Albert W Preston were among those receiving diplomas.
At a Concord board of education meeting on Friday evening Warren Clark was reelected superintendent of schools. In a flowage case Norris C Gault of Hooksett versus the Concord railroad the jury returned a sealed verdict after nearly seven hours out. The State Capital Baseball Association was organized Friday evening with stock of 1000 dollars J C Norris president C W Pierce treasurer D B Donovan secretary.
A jury in New Bedford found Leander Taber guilty of burglary after 20 minutes of deliberation. His counsel plans a motion for a new trial. In Framingham Salem End, gold was noted on Joseph C. Cloyes' stand. A 79 year old man, John T. Fenn, drowned while dipping water from a cask in Glendale. The state board of health met at the Northampton insane asylum and Springfield with Mrs Clara T. Leonard, with no business of public interest discussed.
A barn on the Coventry asylum farm was struck by lightning on Thursday afternoon, resulting in the death of Horace Cahoone. On Friday evening, 17 year old Thomas Gilbery drowned while bathing in the Blackstone river at Pawtucket.
Forty Yale seniors plan to study for the ministry and have formed a club that meets monthly. William M Merwin and Sons report catching over 3000 bushels of sea stars with the steamer Enterprise since last November and have lost more than 25,000 bushels of oysters to pests. Connecticut oystermen face a hard year, with many discouraged and leaving the industry.
Celebrations mark Mr Spurgeon’s fiftieth birthday in London on Thursday last with a joyful jubilee.
Several smallpox cases are reported in Shelby county Iowa from a family of immigrants who arrived via Baltimore. Two family members have died and seven neighbors are ill. Also noted, Rev A F Vedder of Saratoga County was deposed from the ministry and expelled from the church after a presbytery trial in Albany. The state miners convention in Columbus received word that operators in Hocking Valley plan a 60 cent mining wage cut starting June 23. County Treasurer Francis Baldwin defends his office against a $60,000 deficiency claim, saying any shortfall existed before his term and promising a formal statement at June 25 meeting.
New York reports a heavy drop in pipeline certificates after the Andrews brothers linked to C. K. Garrison's failure. Prices fell from 66% to night levels as the oil market stayed active and volatile. Rockefeller denied direct impact on Standard Oil, saying officers are not in trouble and the drop reflects liquidation rather than company fault.
Gen Miles of the district of Columbia detains Lieuts Abercrombie Brumbach and Dr Ovinson with M Noman a topographical assistant to explore the Copper river in Alaska. The journey is deemed dangerous as the Copper river country is held by Indians who have never allowed white men to explore.
Bangor Maine June 2 John Hobbs of Monroe a respected citizen killed himself by cutting his throat this morning He was about 50 years old and no cause is known New Haven Connecticut June 20 Henry Nickerson son of Birmingham shot himself through the head this afternoon He had been drinking heavily for several days He will die
The Oregon railway and navigation company directors elected officers on June 20 in Portland. T J Coolidge of Boston was named president, C H Prescott of Portland first vice president, G O Manchester of Boston second vice president, Theodore Wigant of Portland secretary, and F R Nourse of Boston treasurer.
The Coke Producers' Association announced a further production reduction in Cornersville, Pa, citing unsatisfactory trade. Ten percent of ovens will close, lowering overall output by 24 percent, as fifteen percent were already idle.
Lieut Gov Lewis, en route to his home 12 miles east of Harrisonburg, was thrown from his sulky about three miles from town as his horse ran away. Officials fear internal injuries. he is 66 years old.
Washington dispatch notes Democrats push to adjourn before the Democratic convention as House and Senate fight over the Mexican pension bill and pending appropriation measures. Kilbourn case funds, Patterson tax relief, and resignations shape the political scene with new post office controls and confirmations.
Washington June 20. Representative Holman testifies before a special committee about alleged breaches by ex-member W H English and others. Carlisle confirms English sought floor access during his son’s contest. rules viewed as excluding pecuniary interests only. English says he acted on personal and political interest. Holman notes rule limits. Also notes revenue circular on pay suspension due to lack of deficiency funding and possible delays. Senate moves to amend act on immediate transportation of dutiable goods, including sealed carriage and express options for various metals and ores. Senate also considers a federal elections bill authorizing an attorney general appointed commission to study elections.
John Drake a noted lawyer is fatally wounded in his office by William Rhinelander an 80 year old scion of a historic family. Rhinelander is arrested after claims he shot over marital jealousy. Drake may lose use of his right arm. case unsettled as doctors gauge damage.
A boiler at Fried & Co. brickyard in Albany, Georgia, exploded this morning in Macon reporting four African American workers dead and one injured. Local authorities investigate the cause as relatives mourn.
A vintage ad urges using Angostura Bitters to flavor lemonade and other cold drinks to prevent dyspepsia and digestive ailments. It promotes genuine Angostura by Dr. J. G. B. Siegert & Sons and lists Damon's safes at Manors, 110 Sudbury, as a point of sale.
A New York committee named the Independent Republican Committee plans a nation wide circulation of a protest against Blaine and Logan. The document invites Republicans and independents to a general conference after the Democratic national convention to decide further action to secure candidates supporting clean politics.
The American Prohibition convention adopted a platform urging Bible education, Sabbath observance, strict prohibition laws, and arbitration for disputes. It called for revoking secret lodge charters, extending civil equality to Indians and Chinese, and a direct vote for president and vice president. S.C. Pomeroy of Kansas was nominated for president with 72 of 77 votes, Gov St John of Kansas named for the ticket. A Conant of Connecticut named for vice president.
The Newark Journal notes the Democratic forces heading to Chicago for the national convention three weeks hence. It highlights Bayard Cleveland Thurman and McDonald as potential leaders, praising purity in statesmanship and urging repudiation of Blaine nominations. The piece cites Republican criticisms, Maryland kickers, and Augsburg-style debates as the campaign unfolds.
A Republican committee of over 30 white hats and linen dusters traveled by special train from Boston to Augusta to notify Benjamin Blaine of his nomination. The party faced a quiet Boston reception, with no crowds or cheers, and arrived in Augusta around 10 PM. In Augusta they were taken to the Augusta House, while steps planned for Blaine to receive them at 11 AM the next day.
Havana dispatches report Captain General Castillo will send one of five Madrid commissioners to New York. The envoy will inform the Spanish minister and the New York consul about American views on Cuba and the alleged $500,000,000 price linked to Blaine’s programme. The plan aims to clarify U.S. neutrality and Cuba’s fate.
The New England Kennel Club opened its new rooms at 159 A Tremont Street in an informal gathering of members and friends. Dr F S Billings praised the club's growth since its three month start and outlined plans for a future clubhouse and winter meetings on dog breeding and history. Officers listed include President Arthur W Pope and Secretary Treasurer J A Nickerson.
In a United States circuit court session Judge Nelson denied the motion for a new trial in the Norton et al patent suit against the city of Boston over royalties for the Knibbs valve used on steam fire engines. The judge allowed a new trial for October 15 after admitting facts in the record and noting the plaintiffs could not show diligence before trial in discovering the Philadelphia Pioneer steam engine evidence.
London dispatches detail Gordon’s last April 12 status, failures near the Hebel lines, and Khartoum messengers killed amid Mahdist calls. Paris reports James Stephens courting Chicago Irish Americans for a new movement with aerial attack plans. France adopts new divorce provisions and arrests tied to incendiary conspiracies, while Cork uncovers buried arms.
A blaze at about 4 PM Friday devastated the oil works of Samuel Walker & Co on Somerville avenue near Fitchburg railroad. Several hundred barrels of oil in a cellar and a 5000 barrel tank burned, threatening nearby pork factories. Boston and Cambridge engines responded. crowds of thousands watched as stock losses reached 12000 and buildings 15000, with insurance on stock 7000 and buildings 11250.
In Youngstown Ohio a NY failure by Commodore Garrison stirs talk due to his Pittsburg Cleveland and Toledo stock. A local authority says the Pittsburg Chartiers and Youghiogheny will not be affected and notes Garrison funded a quarter of the line with cash and notes. Ownership details show C H Andrews and Wallace C Andrews share control, with Pittsburg and Toledo and Pittsburg and Western also holding stakes. The possible outcome may see the Wheeling and Lake Erie rail network gain possession of the connected line.
Harvard College observed class day with a large audience at Sanders theatre. William Wallace Fenn of West Somerville delivered the oration on Crozier and Staff, comparing historic relics to institutional spirit and truth.
Fifteen thousand spectators witnessed the National MI encampment in Dunbreak Iowa with infantry prizes awarded to Mobile Rifles first Treadway Rifles second Branch Guards third and a Muscatine company fifth among six. Milw aukee Light Cavalry won the cavalry prize. Washington light artillery held a prize drill. A dress parade sham battle and a realistic fort attack by Gen. Gibbons directions followed.
A report says D L Wing & Co owners of the Yanet flouring mill at Litchfield Illinois may suspend after protests on drafts drawn on Downing Shirtwood Co of Springfield Massachusetts. Wing recently went to New York to arrange payment of drafts. The firm’s indebtedness is about 150000 with mill cost 400000 and bonded debt 225000. Wing’s railroad project between Litchfield and East St Louis reportedly worsened his finances.
In Plymouth Mass a morning session of the superior court adjourned to Tuesday after Judge Rockwell granted a continuance on 15 Nantucket Beach railroad land damages cases. Separate verdicts and pleas included a $100 fine for a liquor nuisance at Eward Jacquitte Brockton, $3 for Emma Joyce Marshfield for assault, a hung jury for Ann Morrison Rockland on liquor nuisance, not guilty for Edward Wilber Linkeville in an assault, and not guilty for Jack Goldrich Middleboro on liquor nuisance. The court adjourned following criminal docket disposition.
Hanover N H June 20 the cornerstone laying for the new Rollins chapel and library, to be named Wilson hall, takes place Wednesday afternoon June 25 during alumni day. Expected participants include President Bartlett, Prof E D Sanborn, several ministers and officials, with an original hymn by Prof C F Richardson and many alumni and friends in attendance.
The funeral for George Baty Blake was held at King's Chapel with a large turnout of friends and business associates. Rev. Henry W. Foote conducted the service before a procession to Mt. Auburn Cemetery where pallbearers included Samuel Cobb, W. W. Swan, C. H. Dalton, Francis W. Palfrey, Edmund Dwight, and others.
The Boston Unions beat the Nationals 6 to 1 on Friday in a game noted for strong pitching by Bond and Crane and costly errors by O'Brien. Other items include college pennant standings, regional club results, Narragansett Park trot racing incidents, and a two mile Charles River amateur four oared race with Middlesex City Point and Willows entries.
A man about 30, 170 pounds in dark clothes, was found in the water near South ferry Boston side on Friday and sent to the city hospital morgue. A June 19 newspaper lay in his pocket with the name Matthew A Fleming on the watch pocket. Edward O Rourke of New York befriended a Dorchester man at No 19 Norman street. Friday he was without $120 and his clothes. Carpenters on Northampton street report theft of $50 worth of tools. Richard Lavis of No 14 Warrenton street reports a stolen gold watch, chain, charm, and $10 in cash valued at $100. A dead man about 25 was found in Cherries river opposite Hereford street Friday afternoon. Daniel Hines was arrested for larceny of $8 and a gold ring from Yu Young at No 46 Hampden street on June 6. Carl A Trundy of Watertown, head of the society for the suppression of vice, injured on Norman street Tuesday night, likely from a fall while intoxicated.
Patrick Burke, 35, of Waltham, has been missing since last Monday. Albert Manly, bartender at Knowlton’s in Medford, dropped dead on Main Street Friday. Charles A. Lombard, nearly 17, was arraigned in Chelsea court Friday for felonious assault with a penknife on John B. Cromwell, case continued to July 1. James Rogers of Arlington was fatally injured after being struck by an 8:20 Boston train near Brattle station. In Somerville, six laborers arrested for obstructing the highway in the Middlesex Horse railway dispute were arraigned. case continued to July 12 due to Supreme Court hearing.
A Marine detachment of ten under Sergt Car man U S M C left for Norfolk navy yard. Twenty construction department employees were discharged due to June pay reduction. Richard Devins named messenger in navigation. Captains Swil and Bunce returned from leave. Commodore Chandler and Assistant Surgeon Leach are on leave. Sergt Henry Ballou U S M C returned from two months furlough.
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