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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1883
Page
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The passage contrasts a youthful Thurman who talks more and louder than his famed father, delivering remarks that seem less measured. It highlights generational difference in tone and perceived sense as observers note the younger Thurman’s outspoken manner.
A fragment from the Bangor Messenger discusses England, the United States, and European views, noting the New York Sun quote and Pennsylvania raising funds for Jim Nutt. It mentions Butler going to Harvard and uncertainty over railroad consolidation in New Hampshire aimed at unifying Republican factions and returning Rollins to the Senate.
A 120 mile gap between Missoula and Helena is to be closed, as Northern Pacific steel ribbons will connect St. Paul with the western sea and its waters wash the shores of the eastern continent.
The Lowell Citizen notes Hoadley intends to spend about 200000 dollars in his bid for Ohio governor. It warns the paper’s own claim that such spending reveals a secret to success rests on unblushing falsehood and personal abuse, not merit or honesty.
A light verse piece credited to Madame Modjeska is widely shared in the press. It is described as her first printed poem, though she has many others in a scrapbook and some reportedly of notable merit.
The display features a 15 feet long, 11.5 feet wide glass slab by exhibitor W. C. DePauw of Indiana. It is described as having more protection per square foot than any other manufactured article at the Louisville show.
Magistratum notes Senator Hoar has Post permission to trim and paste content into his hat. The brief confirms formal authorization and suggests a whimsical archival ritual.
President Seelye calls an agnostic one who will neither grow in knowledge nor teach others to grow. Charles A. Dana defines an agnostic as knowing nothing of the hereafter and doubting others do. A Lime Kiln club president adds a phrase about a chap who knows nothing about heaven and hell and treats others as big dunces.
A Cincinnati quote likens Tilden to a sweeping blizzard and a St Laws opinion calls for a whirlwind victory for the Democrats. The writer adds the Republican party would need an anchor and a buffalo robe along with its whisky and water rations if these men are right.
Your Uncle Rollins of New Hampshire won 99 votes in a free-for-all senatorial race. Rollins’ fall came as some supporters paired with democrats, but his day prior vote remained unlost. Patterson leads Republicans after Rollins, yet may not prevail. The deadlock grows dull except for two facts the Democratic candidate remains ahead for the first time in 25 years and Rollins’s days as a political boss seem over.
Bar on Rothschild lights his carriage with electricity. Zola accuses Walt Whitman of immorality. Mr BR Shillaker spends weeks in New York. Assistant District Attorney Melvin Adams will deliver the Fourth of July oration at Ashburnham. F D Laurie of the Halifax and Cape Breton railway is in the city. Bishop Green reportedly recovering health in Mississippi, aged about 66. Naval officers Coffin and Payson to visit Atlantic coast lighthouses in July. Rev W H H Murray forecasts lectures after cutting timber in Texas. Montgomery Blair expected to improve within a month, age 70. Blair family rule to live to 99. false report that John May of Winthrop inherits fortune in Indiana debunked. Ohio Democrats pleased with George Hoadley governor nomination. Charles J Capen and Carrie E Guild wed in Dedham. Elizabeth Goodwin Haines marries William Scott Whitney in Biddeford. J Armoy Knox, editor of Texas Siftings, travels north to promote book. paper growing, circulation 20,000 at end of first year.
The Phi Beta Kappa Harvard gathering featured Hon. Charles Francis Adams Jr and poet Robert Grant. Adams argues for reform in college education, urging modern languages and practical study over heavy reliance on Greek and Latin, urging Harvard to open paths to modern life while retaining classical study for interested scholars.
A veteran Harvard graduate condemns exclusive classical training. He argues the college failed to prepare students for modern life, favoring two dead languages and superficial English, and calls for broader, living thought beyond Greek and Latin. He cites personal experience of 30 years in business and railroads to justify the critique.
The piece presents Robert Grant’s poem in excerpt form, tracing his sparing ascent to lofty subject matter and his pivot to contemporary themes. It lampoons political rhetoric and votes, portraying a mock interview with a governor and satire on modern principles and populist manipulation.
An arching poem laments demagogues and mass folly while praising steadfast resolve. It contrasts cynical political rhetoric with enduring beauty and moral progress, warning that progress is hard yet worth preserving even as times change and old beliefs fade.
The 40th Holy Cross College commencement was held in Fenwick hall Worcester with Gov. Butler present. Governors, bishops, generals, judges and congressmen attended as degrees and premiums were conferred. Butler urged graduates to choose a profession and stick to it, noting medicine or law before theology. After exercises, Brady of New York was named resident. Boone will move elsewhere. Graduates list includes Burke Milford Fagan North Adams Fallon Holyoke Garrity Portland Me Fallon Boston Kenney East Boston Kerins North Adams Lowry Portland Me Mangan Fall River Mara Boston McDonough Fall River McHugh Great Barrington Nelligan Bangor Me Raftery Milford Riordan Lowell Underwood Worcester.
Rev. Abbott E. Kittredge of Third Presbyterian weds Mrs Jeanie F Swift and plans a summer in Swampscott Mass. Hempstead Washburne weds Anna M Clarke and they head to Portland Missouri. Washburne Moen & Co licensees meet, contesting high barbed fence wire royalties.
Magic captures the American House stakes at Island Park for a $1000 purse with an extra $1000 if 2:30 is beaten. Backman Maid places second with the fastest heat time 2:25 1/4. Joe Bunker wins the Delavan House stakes securing a $1000 purse for the 2:20 class. Romero finishes second with a 2:22 1/4 heat time.
Hartford June 28 Gov Waller attended Wesleyan University commencement and delivered a brief speech. Rev James R Day and Rev William V Kelley were awarded the degree of D D while Judge Miles T Granger of the Connecticut superior court received the degree of doctor of laws.
The report covers a $39,000 deficiency for ex county official L D Jarrard. A Williams monument will be unveiled in Vincennes Indiana on July 4. Legislature actions include McCracken and Democratic apportionment bills. A Greenville Texas despatch reports lynching of two Black men near Jefferson. Buffalo News cites abuses at Bath NY soldiers home. A Miss Slocum assault arrest in Danbury CT. Coal and weather losses across Ashland Pa Long Island and surrounding areas. Convicts shot during Macon and Northern Georgia escape attempt. Rain damages on Long Island crops. Uniontown Pa charity for Capt Nutt family. estate insolvent. Chicago market collapse involving Kenven and Sinclair. Hamilton Ont floods. Yokohama court martial recommends dismissal of Mullan. Alabama Collinsville shooting leads to multiple deaths. Western wheat crop size and corn crop health noted. Ohio Supreme Court upholds liquor tax law with reservation on leases prior to law.
Dartmouth College Hanover June 28 concludes its 13th commencement with alumni meeting, exercises in College church, and a long program of speeches. Honorary degrees conferred include LL D to Jeremiah Smith Lincoln Brigham and Austin Adams. a variety of master of arts and doctorates. A substantial gift pledge from E A Rollins for a chapel and library building looms, while the graduating class receives bachelor's degrees and a formal alumni dinner ends the week. John Freeman wins Walter Hayt prize for best original mechanical rating. The Boston Cadet band provides music for the event.
The Joint Convention at Concord New Hampshire tallies show no clear winner in the U S Senate race after two ballots. Jeremiah Smith Charles Doe Charles H Bell William Ladd Benjamin Prescott Gilman Marston Aaron Stevens James Briggs James W Patterson Edward Rollins Harry Bingham and others receive varied tallies. A Rollins conference aims to steady support and deny a Democrat backed postponement to the next session. No full vote is expected before July 10.
John Rogers a two year old from Stanhope New Jersey stood in tombs court awaiting examination for stealing a watch from a Stanhope teacher. He fled the scene leaping desks leaping a street facing barred windows vaulting a railing and evading a dozen policemen through downtown streets to a barroom where he hid until officers passed. He remains at large. Also noted are Austin Corbin detailing a new steamship line Fort Pond New York to Milford Haven England three ships contracted. Col Roebling predicting bridge work on Harlem River. Van Rensselaer Abrahams freed on 5000 bail from Ludlow Street jail. A divorce referee favored Mrs Searle against George Osmond Searle for adultery.
Commissioner Evans orders immediate investigation into Daniel Carter allegations against Boston Revenue Agent C M Horton and reports to U S Attorney if law violations are found. Hill Investigation probes contract fraud while postmaster reshuffle and Mint appointments unfold. Paymaster Wasson sentence confirmed. crook and naval news linked to July 4 arrivals.
The Essex county Jeffersonian Club held its monthly dinner at the Merrimac House Newburyport with prominent guests including James Parton Hon William D Northend Salem Dr Preston Chase Danvers Mayor Hill Salem Dr N R Morse Salem Maj Woodwell Newburyport Henry Hobbs Wentham Samuel Currier Haverhill Dr H G Leslie Amesbury and others George J L Colby presided Parton urged support for the Democratic ticket while denouncing Henry George land policy and tariff issues noting he would back a Democratic win and praising Gov Butler Other speakers were Daniel N Crowley Frank C Richardson A F Clark George L Sleeper and others.
The Boston Yacht Club hosted its first ladies day of the season with a daytime sail on the bay aboard multiple steamers including Adrienne and Galatea, a club house reception, a bountiful collation, and a twilight dance. Notable participants included Commodore Plaffs and Vice Commodore Jones, with entertainment by Miss Bothalmy and Miss Pratt. The event closed with dancing to midnight and widespread praise for the organizing committee led by C. F. Loring and others.
Ella Ashburne reports a gold watch stolen from her room at 34 Melrose street. Henry Kanahan says he was robbed of $14 at 83 Kneeland street Wednesday night. Joseph Welch, 21, of Hudson street, a railroad brakeman, had left hand fingers crushed Thursday while coupling cars at Franklin. An explosion near Horace Partridge & Co. at Hanover street caused alarm. John Clark was severely burned. Calvin C Wilson, injured previously, fractured his left arm at West Remrys while inspecting engine No.7. Charles W. Patterson fell 45 feet at Monument and Bunker Hill streets Charlestown, sustaining severe injuries. John Cole and Walter Newhall arrested for larceny at Tobias & Wall, 25 Cornhill. 21 travelling bags valued at $80 recovered.
Bates College in Lewiston began its commencement at 10 o’clock under overcast skies. The brief ceremony opened with students gathering in queue for the proceedings as faculty prepared remarks and diplomas awaited distribution.
Attendance was large as alumni and friends packed the college. Degrees were conferred on the class of 1880 in various courses and honorary degrees awarded to Rev. John Clifford of London Rev. George Constantine of Smyrna and Rev. N. C. Bracket of Harper's Ferry. Prizes went to A. B. Morrill for the Sophomore debate and E. R. Chadbourne and Miss E. L. Knowles for excellence in composition and oratory with $75 and $30 respectively. The address was given by Rev. Dr. Herrick for the National Literary society on The Liberation of Thought and Faith. Governor Robie sent regrets. President Cheney to host a reception honoring the graduates.
New London Conn June 28 Harvard won the annual Yale Harvard eight oared race in 24m 46 ls to Yale 25m 59s. Harvard used a long steady stroke while Yale’s jerky pace struggled. Crowd of about 6000 watched as Harvard pulled away from the start to finish.
A large Sons of Portsmouth meeting in Wesleyan hall completed preparations for a July 4 trip to Portsmouth. Officers were elected led by President William H. Kennard and 25 vice presidents. A special 8:05 AM train will depart Boston for Portsmouth with events including a salute, city bells, a regatta, and evening literary exercises featuring Albert Leighton and E P Shillaber. Tickets are $1.50 and valid to July 9.
Captain Lewis Parker of Warren Merritt's Mary D Leech was arrested in Philadelphia on a charge of willfully destroying the schooner May 26 near New Providence in the Caribbean Sea. The mate Crosscombe A Smith alleged Parker confessed the plan to destroy the vessel. Parker was held for further action after a hearing before United States Commissioner Edmunds.
The Wachusett Electric Light company in Fitchburg, run by the American Electric and Illuminating company of Boston, formally opened a new lighting station on Wednesday evening. This central plant combines dynamo engine room boiler workshop sleeping rooms and office under one roof. It has 100 light capacity and strong demand for more lights, with Thomson Houston equipment providing full satisfaction.
The evangelist Mr. D. L. Moody will deliver a sermon at Music hall next Sunday evening. Two exhibitions of the standard life-saving mattress will be held at Marblehead on Saturday, June 30, with the first at Tucker's wharf at 10 AM and the second at 11 AM at the Neck.
The House of Lords defeated a marriage bill by 145 to 140 amid discussion of empire and canal plans. The Cervio syndic was suspended after a fatal puppet-show fire blamed on negligence. An English passenger was stabbed five times in a Calais-Paris train attack, with the attacker seized. British shipowners opposed Count de Lesseps on Suez Canal monopoly and urged a second canal. Mr Trevelyan defended Irish emigration controls, saying claims of pauper shipments to America were exaggerated and no firm Canada offer exists. He cited details of Furnesia emigrants and advised caution re American telegrams.
Fifteen Boston public schools completed annual exams with Winthrop the only exception. The Boston Normal School held a large diploma ceremony featuring a long list of graduates including Elizabeth Ahlshorn and many others. Names cover multiple schools: Dwight, Charlestown, Dorchester, Hancock, Quincy, High School Marblehead, Stoughton, Melrose, Minot, Charles Sumner, Putnam, Tileston, and more.
Water board denies removal of E R Jones as superintendent of eastern division. Fire department to buy a third class Silsby steam engine. Fire apparatus moves at 9 AM Saturday with tower, ladder, and Hayes truck reassigned among Fort Hill, Bulfinch, Washington houses. Hoseman J D Byron named water tower driver. substitute Hawley to engine 4. City council conducted annual correction house inspection. officials praised Capt. Berry and staff after a brief reception. Sweet commissioners held a hearing Wednesday.
In a high scoring game the Bostons defeated the New Yorks 18 to 8 as Buffinton starred defensively and the visitors misplayed. Ward struggled on the mound for New York and the Bostons capitalized on five errors in the second inning to seize the lead. Attendance 1,668 with notable fielding moments by Buffinton including a one handed catch and a sharp liner snag.
New England news reports a Thursday commencement at Westbrook Seminary with a graduating class of 16. The Gordana normal school exams began Thursday with Gov. Robie, Hon. Joseph A. Locke, and trustees in attendance.
Henry Wild, a farmer boy, fled from Lyme with a stall sum of money and a few employer’s articles. J. J. Allen resigns as Cheshire County register of deeds after 20 years of service, citing impaired health and will not qualify for the upcoming term.
In the Garrett J. Rose matter the court ruled there was insufficient evidence to bind him over for the grand jury after accusations he poisoned his mother, Amanda Hamley, in Iddlebury on June 22 by placing Paris green in whiskey.
Rev Charles A Hilton was installed pastor of the Free Baptist society at Haverhill Thursday evening. The Goodell Memorial church was dedicated at Baldwinville Thursday afternoon with services. Excitement in Newburyport over leasing the horse railroad to Amesbury where bids reached 84% from Greenough and 74% from Shaw. Directors adjourned to Friday evening. Jeffersonian club met in Newburyport with about 60 men present. James Parton spoke on government and other speakers followed. Dinner at the Merrimac house.
In Lexington Virginia on June 28 the re incumbent statue of Lee was unveiled in the Lee chapel mausoleum with ceremonial honors Gen Jubal A Early presided and Gen Wade Hampton served as chief marshal Maj J W Daniels of Virginia delivered the oration After the unveiling the public could pass through the monumental chambers among many distinguished visitors including Mrs Stonewall Jackson
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