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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1892

Page

8

Drayton Death Linked to Keely Treatment Scandal

Percival L. Drayton, noted New York society figure and cousin of J. Coleman Drayton, died after bichloride of gold injections used to curb liquor cravings. Despite initial recovery, doses were increased leading to paralysis and pneumonia. funeral planned at Hyde Park Dutchess County with prominent clubmen attending.

New York Tuxedo Percival L. Drayton J. Coleman Drayton Samuel S. Howland Washington Percy” Drayton Philadelphia Drayton White Plains Fred Gebhara Percy Drayton

Steamer New York Carries Sunday Excursionists to Gloucester

A large party sailed from Commercial Wharf at 10 30 yesterday morning aboard the steamer New York for a harbor excursion along the North Shore. The trip included a landing at Gloucester with the Patriarchs Militant in attendance. Weekday trips start at 10 a m.

New York Commercial North Shore Gloucester

SAN ORD'S GINGER Ad Claims Superior Ginger Product

An advertisement touts SAN ORD'S GINGER as containing pure medicinal French brandy and imported ginger, claiming it is vastly superior to cheap substitutes. It urges consumers to ask for SAN ORD'S GINGER and look for a single trade mark on the wrapper, noting it is sold everywhere.

Sanord

French archives clerk confesses to delivering coast defence plans

Grenier, a clerk in Paris at the keeper-general of national archives, admits taking bribes to supply France’s coast defences to Germany and Italy. Captain Henry D. Borup, U.S. military attaché, denies any direct or indirect involvement, noting visits from men offering secret documents and asserting he has reported to Washington on related matters.

Paris Grenier Germany Italy France Henry D. Borup Ordnance Department United States Army Captain Borup Associated Press Today Borup Washington

Captain Borup Praised by Officers Amid Disloyal Charge

Captain Henry D. Borup, long quartered in Boston, is described by friends as a clean-cut, honorable officer. Lieutenant-Colonel S. M. Mansfield, U.S. Army, told a Post reporter Borup’s character and loyalty, expressing surprise and indignation at the accusation. Mansfield noted he is not personally acquainted with Borup but has heard him spoken of as a gentleman. Borup’s supporters expect he will clear himself of the charge.

Henry D. Borup Boston S. M. Mansfield U.S. A Thorndike Post Borup Mansfield United States Army

Settlement Prospects in Quincy Quarry Strike Narrow to Nine Hour Day

Quincy June 26 The Granite Manufacturers Association and Granite Cutters Union discuss a compromise to end the city quarrel. A proposed agreement sets a nine hour workday, 23 cents per hour, and a monthly pay date on or before the fifteenth, effective until March 1, 1894, with a possible extension if no notice is given. The plan mirrors accords from New England towns and may be approved at Tuesday’s executive meeting.

Quincy Granite Manufacturers’ Association and Granite Cutters’ Union Manufacturers’ Association New England

End of Session Hectic as Congress Hopes to Adjourn

Washington June 26 Congress seeks to finish work after national conventions. Most expect adjournment in early August, others by mid July. Record tilts toward ultra political speeches, making it hard for the average American to link them to actual topics.

Washington Congress

Baton Rouge Doctor Drowns After River Cramp

Dr E Qis Young, a leading Baton Rouge physician, drowned while bathing in the river yesterday afternoon. Minutes earlier two Black men also drowned nearby in the same manner, about a hundred yards away.

Baton Revuase E.qis. Young Baton Rouge Parish

Adlai Stevenson Portraits and Political Stance Spotlight

A historical profile of Adlai Stevenson describing his appearance character and faith, with notes on his education from Wesleyan and Centre College, early legal career, and rise in Democratic politics. The piece highlights his postmaster general tenure, views on a Democratic cabinet, and his reputation as a gracious, persuasive speaker.

Adlai Stevenson United States Adlai Cleveland Bloomington Wesleyan University Centre College Danville Stevenson Duglas McClellan Seymour Greeley Tilden Hancock Civil Service

Chinese In The Toils Raid Seizes Gambling Gear And 32 Arrests

Officers led by Captain Gaskins raided No 29 Harrison avenue and seized a large cache of gaming implements. thirty-two Chinese men were arrested, twelve upstairs and twenty in the basement, with coins counters cards dice dominoes and related paraphernalia taken to Station 4. Names of the seized and detained are listed.

Harrison Avenue Gaskins Souther Jim Poy Lon Ging Lon Gong Tigh Hong Ah Tire Ten Loy Ah Jim Jim How Ah Wong Ah Quong Lew Good Ten Tan Jo Ong Chin Sing Ah Ung Ah Ham Charlie Tong Sing Lee Ah Wiilie

Seance Rooms Host Varied Spiritual Services Day

Yesterday afternoon and evening at multiple venues in the city, religious and mediumistic programs featured Mrs. Mary E. Lovering with music, tests by Dr. George B. Emerson, readings by Mrs. M. H. Haynes, and addresses by Mrs. C. H. Hall and others. Dr. Ella A. Higginson hosted tests and readings at 1222 Washington, while Rathborn Hall held Christian healing demonstrations directed by Dr. Smith and featured William Franks of Philadelphia as platform seer along with Mrs. Lizzie Bennett and Mrs. Jennie Wilson. Eagle Hall with F. W. Mathew chaired developing and healing circles, aided by mediums including Mrs. Rich, Dr. Mayo, Mr. Dodge of Philadelphia, and Mrs. Burt.

Ladies’ Aid Washington Street Mary E. Lovering N. A. Brown J. E. Hall George B. Emerson M. H. Haynes C. H. Hall Eagle Hall F. W. Mathew Rich Mayo Dodge Philadelphia Burt

The Banner Makers Rally for 1892 Campaign Banners

A New York Vesey street banner shop reports heavy demand for Cleveland and Harrison Reid banners as campaign fever grows. Makers describe their process, costs, and the shift from old banners to new portraits.

Can Cleveland and Stevenson Carry Massachusetts

Massachusetts Democrats back Cleveland and Stevenson for president and governor prospects. Delegates including Mayor Matthews Josiah Quincy Maguire McDonough Edward Donovan Sullivan Thayer and Hamlin assert Massachusetts will be carried. Local leaders predict large Boston majorities and Democratic wins statewide.

Cleveland Stevenson Massachusetts Chicago Matthews Grover Cleveland Josiah Quincy Russell Harrison Patrick Maguire Boston John H. McDonough Edward J. Donovan John H. Sullivan United States John R. Thayer William S. McNary Charless. Hamlin Henry W. Ashley John F. O’brien Cambridge James A. Murphy Leveland and Stevenson Jasper N. Kellar Newton Peter A. Donohoe Lowell

By Proxy company arrives in Boston for opening night

The Boston visit of the By Proxy company led by A. S. Lipman, Harry Brown, Stanislaus Stange, and Helen Russell, with Bettina rehearsals of The Mascot and comments on the cast, marks their first Boston performance of Klein's comedy at the Museum tonight amid costume and stage notes.

Charles Klein Museum Boston New York Lipman Harry Brown Harry Duke Lorenzo Fabricator John Bennett Stanislaus Stange Valentine Lewis Morrison Faust Liondé? Bland Mr. Brown Mathews Helen Russell Hollis Street Rose Coghlan Jetty Katherine Florence Josephine Charmin Helen Lowell Daly Brothers Mary Meyers J. S. Moffitt, Jr John Ward Arthur Mowell

Adams Academy prizes awarded at Quincy ceremony

The Adams Academy contest in the old Adams temple drew a crowd as winners were named. Allen Chapman of Hanson won the Adams gold medal. John Kent Kane, Wilmington Del., earned the alumni prize. W. H. Draper, Vincy, took the Brackett prize. A. R. Wendell, Quincy, won several translations and scholarships. Judges included Ex-Mayor C. H. Porter and Brooks Adams.

Quincy

Death and destruction from Chickasaw county cyclone

Reports from a cloudburst in Chickasaw county describe Fredericksburg losses with two dead and a dozen injured including several fatally. Five other deaths are cited as the storm area faced over 300000 dollars in property and crop damage. Twenty eight farmer homes were wrecked and many more damaged. most farmers hold insurance.

Mason Cry Chickasaw County Fredericksburg Ale

Frightful Case Of 6 Year Old Jimmy Winters In South Boston

Pale faced and emaciated six year old Jimmy Winters lies at the Harrison avenue Home for Destitute Children after being found in a closet at 265 Fourth Street with little clothing and extreme hunger. Agent B J Loring of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children removed him last Wednesday and the case is before a court with a hearing set for July 2.

Jimmy” Winters Harrison Avenue B. J. Loring The Society For the Prevention of Cruelty Fourth Street Boston Julia Sweeney

Summer Excursions Routes to Lake and Mountain Resorts

The New England agent of the West Shore railroad releases a volume detailing summer routes to leading resorts, with rates, hotels, baggage, and scenery. It includes descriptions of favorite houses and a Catskills Rip Van Winkle chapter to intrigue tourists.

New England West Shore Railroad Rip van Winkle Catskills The

Steamers Arrived in Atlantic Ports with Mixed Forwards

Ships reach Boston New York and Southampton from Liverpool Hamburg and Havre with arrivals including Scythia Slavonia Fuerst Bismarck Umbria Greece Bostonian Kansas La Bretagne Augusta Victoria and Oranmore all documenting June routes and port calls with one vessel proceeding to New York at 3 40 p m

Boston Scythia Liverpool Slavonia Hamarg New York Fuerst Bismarck Suevia Gutheil Hamburg Umbria Greece London Oranmore Bostonian Kansas Havre la Bretagne Southampton Augusta Victoria

Old State House remains Boston transport hub for Shore Line trains

No 8 Old State House under Mr L H Palmer has become a popular transportation headquarters in Boston. Tickets or drawing room car seats for the Shore Line express trains or the Colonial express between Boston and Washington can always be secured here.

Old State House L. H. Palmer Boston Shore Line Washington

Boston & Bangor Steamship Co. Serves Bar Harbor Areas

Foster's Wharf departures at 5 p.m. daily except Sunday offer the most enjoyable, comfortable and cheapest way to reach Bar Harbor or South West Harbor aboard the Boston and Bangor steamers.

Mount Desert Bar Harbor South-West Harbor Boston & Bangor Steamship Company Foster’s

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