Pension bill debate sparks House theater of words
In Washington on March 4 the House debated the pension bill with Ohio's Warner scathingly quipping at GOP resistance. An upcoming joint inquiry into the pension office promises revelations from the Quincy era and General Black documents, seen by a select few as potentially startling and far from exaggerated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washengton
Warner
Ohio
Stoe
Pension Office
Quincy
Black Hs
Debates Over Pension Bill Extend to Public Building Aid
The House, after approving a Belfast Maine public building appropriation of 15000 dollars, resumed the pension appropriation bill debate. Townshend and Reed sparred over affidavits from the pension office as Democrats accused the Republicans of partisan manipulation, leading to a party line vote of 241 to 1 in favor.
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Washington
Committee On
Belfast
Crisp
Georgia
House
Townshend
Illinois
Dudley
Pension Bureau
Reed
Springer
Black
Maine
Randall
Pennsylvania
Ord Lered
Yeas
Bennett
North Carolina
Widman
Indiana
Vivian
Reen
Holman
Pension Dureau
Keed
Lilingis
District of Columbia recorder nomination sparks Democratic furor
Washington dispatch reports the nomination of Matthews of Albany to the D C recorder of deeds triggers a fierce District Democratic backlash. Supporters cite his party service and White House ties while opponents complain of regional bias and demand a local candidate.
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Wisiington
Matthews
Albany
Frederick Douglas
District of Columbia
Daniel Mauanning
Congress Halls
Lamont
Cleveland
Ask
Willard’s
Recorderhip of Deeds
South
John E Norris
Jackson Democratic Association
Thomas J. Luttrell
Dorsey Cleggett
Hendricks
Manning
Colonel Lamont
Treasury Department
White House
Knickerbockers
Senate
Porter Bill Report Supports General Porter Injustice Claim
The Military Affairs Committee adopts the last Congress majority report on Fitz John Porter and backs his vindication. It states the advisory board found no intentional wrong in the Bull Run campaign and urges passage of the bill as simple justice to a deserving officer.
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Washington
Senate
Fitz John Porter
Sewell
Mr. Dolph
Alaska
Logan
iLink
Friends
Gan
van Wyck
Poe
Blair
Fahae Ie
Genese
Military Affairs Committee
Porter
Bull Run
Obstruction of Navigable Waters Bill Reported Favorably
Senator Dolph reported a bill to prevent obstruction of navigable waters and protect public works from trespass. It requires approval by the Secretary of War for bridges and channel works and permits removal of obstructions after two months. Penalty set at 250 dollars per offense.
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Washington
Dolph
Committee On Commerce
Congress
Legislative Assembly
Secretary of War
War Department
Hale
Committee On Naval Affairs
Secretary of the Navy
United States Navy
United States
Iron and Steel Industries
Ways and Means
American Iron and Steel Association
Freylander Surrenders in Fraud Case Involving Cloak Firm
Albert Freylander of A Freylander & Co surrendered to the sheriff under a warrant from the Court of Common Pleas. Jordan Marsh & Co accuse him and his firm of fraudulently obtaining 560,000 from the Boston dry goods firm. The action follows Triedlander & Co v Jordan Marsh in the U S Circuit Court over cloaks sold at supposed unpaid sums.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Albert Freylander
A. Freylander & Co
Freidlander
Court of Common Pleas
J Rdan, Marsh & Co
Boston
Triedlander & Co
Jordan, Marsh & Co
United States
Weather clerk eyes coats as cold snaps loom
A young weather man keeps a serious watch over winter gear at Howard C. Almy & Co., 622 Washington Street, where heavy overcoats are marked down. The scene plays on the coming cold as the weather regulator buys in step with the forecast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard C. Almy & Co
Washington Street
Sil
Lured To Ruin On West End Street
A 19 year old Bowdoin Square Church member suffers a publicized scandal as a suspected seduction leads to pregnancy and family distress. The mother seeks guidance amid gossip and hidden paternity while urging justice against the alleged perpetrator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bowdoin Square Baptist Church
Bowdoin Square
Chen
Belligerent Legislators in Kentucky House Brawl
In Frankfort Kentucky this morning Representative William Jackson confronted Robert G Thomas after an insult about a bill. Thomas allegedly returned with a pistol threatening Jackson. officers arrested them and ordered the weapon disposed of or removal. The scene ended with calm but ongoing trouble expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Kentucky House of Representatives
Frankfort
Robert G Thomas
Mecklenburg County
William Jackson
Jackson
Thomas
Sprakey Offutt
Indian Commissioner's Omaha Aid Plan Mentioned
Special to the Post from Washington on March 4 reports Indian Commissioner Atkins discussing a bill to fund Omaha Indians with a $90,000 annuity over nine years. He favors a lump sum for immediate needs and conditional payments based on prudent use and farming readiness.
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Washington
Atkins
Boston
Nebraska
Tibbles
Pos
Lamar
Congress
Libbles
Tas
Alice Fletcnar
Ian
Kic
Harlem maid and mice trap tale in New York Star
A Harlem flat tale from the New York Star tells how a new maid uses a corn popper to trap two mice. The mistress instructs, the trap is opened, and two mice are found dead in the tray. The girl jokes she kept trying until she grew tired.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Star
Harlem
If Lee Had Lived He Would Have Remained Silent
The article argues that if Lee had survived the Civil War he would not have written history about the conflict. It posits he viewed the war as a sorrowful chapter and despised public discussion. Federal generals might write about him, but he would stay quiet, leaving vindication to future historians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta Constitution
Lee
Port Magazine
Will details for B N Boynton and John B Gough
In Worcester on March 4 the will of B N Boynton leaves 2500 to the Orphans Home and 2500 to the Old Ladies Home both in Worcester, plus 1000 to hospital cottages at Baldwinsville. John B Gough's will filed. public bequests of 1000 each to multiple New York and Worcester organizations noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worcester
Mass
B. N. Boynton
Baldwinsville
John B. Gough
American Missionary Association of New York
American Board of Commissions For Foreign Missions
American Home Missionary Society of New York
American Seamen’s Friend Society of
New York
Children’s Friend Society of
Memorist Hospital of
National Temperance Publishing Society
Gough
Eulogies Question Democratic Ties in Chicago Petaid
The piece reflects on Seymour and Hancock obituaries describing them as upright in private life and notable figures. It asks why their legacy is tied to Democratic Era politics and hints future scrutiny of Jefferson and Jackson as Democrats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Seymour
Hancock
C. Jefferson
A. Jackson
Wells Urges Democratic Creed For a Modern Party
David A. Wells of Connecticut speaks at the Middlesex County Democratic Club dinner in Boston advocating a return to Jeffersonian principles. He argues for a clear party platform, free trade with proper safeguards, and disciplined adherence to a defined code of principles to sustain Grover Cleveland’s administration.
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Middlesex County Democratic Club
Quincy House
W. E. Russell
Cambridge
Russell
Cleveland
Senate
Stearns
John E. Fitzgerald
Fitzgerald
Congress
David A. Wells
D. A. Wells
Connecticut
Wells
Middlesex Club
Democratic Party
Ins
Collins
Bland
Missou
Carlisle
Morrison
Ranuail
Pennsylvania
Finlay
Mary- Inna
United States
Thomas Jefferson
Hamilton
Jefferson
France
Grover Cleveland
Marcy
Walker
Benton
Cass
Cromwell
Nasbey
Prince Rupert
Brooks Adams
N. 5. Shaler
Harvard College
John E. Russell
John K. Tarbox
W. E. Plummer
Newton
Davis
Plymouth
Death of Daniel Hunt Foreman at J J Trover Shoe Works
Daniel Hunt 54 foreman at J J Trover's Sons shoe factory 56 Monroe street was found dead at 1 10 pm yesterday in an elevator shaft. Last seen alive about 11 am. A widow survives. Hunt a First member of the Cutlers Assembly Knights of Labor held 2000 dollars life insurance. He witnessed Ellsworth's shooting and later acted as a detective for Federal occupiers.
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Daniel Hunt
J. J. Trover’s Sons
Monroe Street
Mr. Hunt
Cutlers
Asembly
Knights of Labor
Hunt
Alexandria
Marshal House
Ellsworth
Claymore Reports Meeting Stranded Schooner John Mill
The steamer Claymore reached New York reporting that on March 2 at 41 N 68 W she encountered the schooner John Mill short of provisions. All aboard the John Mill were supplied and remained well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claymore
New York
John Mill
A.l
Be Merciful to the Servants, Pegrine Praised as Labor Saver
A noted call to mercy toward workers highlights Pegrine as an acknowledged labor saver. The piece stresses humane treatment and efficiency, presenting Pegrine as a model for improving worker welfare and productivity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pegrine
Lanor Saver
Riots and police clash in New York streetcar strike
In New York on March 4 1886 strikers from the Dry Dock Streetcar line confront police as cars are blocked switched and toppled. Police reinforcement grows to 600 then 1200 as crews attempt to resume service amid barricades and arson risk. Travel to be suspended after 2 am Friday per Empire Protective Association.
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New York
Acar
Dea
Richardson
Brooklyn
Fourteenth Street
Grand Street
Murray
Cannon Street
Goerick Street
Forty-second Street
East Broadway
East River
North River
Steers
Bowery
Tne
Deacon Richardson
Atlantic Avenue
Albany
N. Y
Kernam
East Broadway and Battery Railroad Company
Fast Broadway and Battery Railroad Company
The
Empire Protective Association
Judge Putnam Testifies in Bremner Slander Case
Worcester Mass March 4 Todays proceedings in the Bremner Putnam slander case reveal Judge Putnam the defendant detailing Rev George Bremner alleged revolting acts and power over Putnams wife He sought Bremners resignation after her confession and noted he might have shot Bremner during a study visit Cross examination failed to alter his stance and Putnam handles his case with tact and shrewdness
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worcester
Mass
Bremner
Putnam
Witnes
Waltham Public Library Board Chooses Leaders and Staff
The Waltham Public Library board selects Captain G F Haynes as chairman and J F Gibbs as secretary. Miss Sumner Johnson appointed librarian and airs, with Mary E Bill as assistant librarian. William B Howe, linked to alias activity, was arrested by Boston police and connected to a series of movements and names in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Public Library Board
G. F. Haynes
J. F. Gibbs
Sumner Johnson
Mary E. Bill
Joseph Kingsbury
Reform Club
Music Hall
J. Fred B. Kimball
United States Railway
Mr. Kimball
William B. Howe
Boston
Charles Bemis
Western Street
A. W. Sherman
Tay
Boston Highlands
Waltham
Ana
William Burbank
Howe
School dispute leads to attack on teacher in Thompson district
In Marcellus Michigan on March 4 a father Thomas Cieland attacked teacher M. J. Vin cent at the Thompson district school after the teacher disciplined his child. The incident occurred a few days ago and prompted local authorities to review the case.
Old Folks Concert at Perkins Street Baptist Church
An annual testimonial concert honoring organist L B Marshall was held last evening at Perkins Street Baptist Church East Somerville. About seventy five chorus voices performed with listed soloists in costumes of golden times and songs from a century ago. Funeral services for Mrs Abigail Simonds Crosby mother of Cyrus F Cosby took place on Sunday afternoon. A purse report notes a pickpocket incident at East Cambridge. Independent Antique Association ball next Monday at Eberle Hall Somerville with Edwards orchestra providing music.
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Perkins Street Baptist Church
East Somerville
L. B. Marshall
Mesdames Bailey
Hanscom
French and Flanders
Abigail Simonds Crosby
Michael Crosby
Cyrus F. Cosby
Somerville
Franklin Street
John Egan
Somerville Avenue
East Cambridge
Independent Antique Association
Eberle Hall
Union Square
Eamarnds
W. W. Wyman
Association
Independent
Aged Stock in Trade Inspires Humorous Bodice Tears
A fragment from Philadelphia notes imagines a charitable fair using old stock such as "Ostler Joe" to spark excitement. The writer envisions elegant ladies of Washington blushing with pearline tears as they react to the nostalgic performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia News
Washington
Puritans of Massachusetts Bay explored by Rev A P Marion
At the New England Historic Genealogical Society Rev A P Marion of Lancaster presented a paper on The Puritans of Massachusetts Bay Who Were They What Caused Them to Leave England What Did They Do Here in Church and State The essay examined the branches of Puritan life the persecutions in England and the emigration to America detailing their actions and influence.
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Silas J. Wright
Democratic Party
United States
New England
Massachusetts
Congress
Jefferson
Jackson
Marcy
Wright
Cass
Dickinson
Benton
Walker
Amercan
Great Britain
New England Historic-Genealogical Society
A. P. Marion
Lancaster
Massachusetts Bay
England
Hagland
New
Modjeska Stars in Donna Diana at Globe Theatre
Mme Modjeska delivers a polished Donna Diana at the Globe Theatre with Vanderfelt as Don Cesar and Fawcett in support. The Spanish comedy, adapted by Westland Marston, alternates love and jealousy across acts and ends with Diana accepting Don Cesar. Donna Diana will be repeated tonight.
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Globe Theatre
Mme. Modjeska
Donna Diana
Marsto
Don Cesar
Laura
Fenisa
Don Ceasar
Lane
Diangries
Don Cossar
Hi Palace
Con «Esar
von Luis
Diana
Don Cassar
Modjeka
Modjeska
Vanderfelt
Owen Fawcett
Mission Band Entertainment and Church Social Updates
The Mission Band and Chariea River Baptist Church staged a chapel program with broom drill charades tableaux and singing. A sale of fancy articles followed to aid the mission and parish circle held a monthly social in East Cambridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chariea River Baptist Church
The
Baptist Church of
East Cambridge
H. B. Leighton
Sons of Veterans
Institute Hall
Brock & Nash
Fanellil Hall
Messrs
Ivers
Lectures Highlight 17th to 18th Century Literature and Photographic Prize
The first Louis C Elson lecture at Sleeper's Hall covered The History of Eighth ones from the middle ages to modern times. At the New England Photographers Association meeting Ben jamin French Co. donated lenses and Scoville stereoscopic camera to E J Foss for skylight improvements. Mrs N B Walker presented a second English literature lecture at Vendome Hotel on Shakespeare Pope and others from Charles II era. A third session at Vendome next Monday will explore Queen Anne works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis C. Elson
Sleeper’s Hall
New England
New England Photographers’ Association
Scoville Manufacturing Company
Benjamin French & Co
E. J. Foss
Malden
N. B. Walker
Vendome
Shakespeare
Pope
Macsulay
Wat's
Youngs
Nelson of Peabody Named Adjutant of Eighth Regiment
Salem GecrgeKR Neilson named adjutant of the Eighth Regiment. He is son of Reuben G. Nelson, senior partner in Nelson & Merrill of Peabody and was educated at Worcester Military School. Joan H. Bickford of the Salem telephone exchange invented an electrical IHGA LOA.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gecrge KR. Neilson
Peabody
Mr. Nelson
Reuben G. Nelson
Nelson & Merrill
Worcester Military School
Joan H. Bickford
Salem Telephone Exchange
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the Pension Office
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Vynson
West Virginia
Committee On Appropriations
Pan Electric Telea
Messie
Boyle
On'en
Eden
Hall
Ranney
Millard
Hantsch
Moffatt
George
Pratt
Mr. Hawley
Hawly
Harvey W. Spencer
Guilford
Conn
James T. Coogan
Windsor Locks
Jordon, Marsh & Co
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Siana
Stavion
R&s
Villany
Rascal
Salvation Oil
Andrew Jackson
James K. Polk
William L. Marcy
Silas Wright
Thomas H. Benton
Robert J. Walker
Daniel 3. Dickinson
Robert Peel
Thomas Benton
Ballion
Zou
New Hampshire
New York City
Metropolis
Dry Dock Railroad
Pollica Steers
Lewis Street
March Magazines
Emilio Castelar
Castelar
W. J. Armstrong
A. A. Adee
Italy
Joseph Pennell
Florence
Rome
Benjamin
Persia
Mary Hallock Foote
John Bodewin
Don Carlos Buell
Shiioh
Grant
Sherman
Shiloh
3. H. Lockett
Alexander R. Chisolm
W.H. Powell
Gaines’s Mill
Longstreet
Washington Gladden
L. Frank Tooker
Anthony Morehead
Charles Warren Stoddard
Mia
Fanny Foster Clark
W. Bliss Carmen
Miss Davve Morgan-Smith
Frank D. Sherman
Margaret Vandegrift
Virginia B. Harrison
Atlantic Monthly
Justin Winsor
Henry van Brunt
Frederic Henry Hedge
Dr. Muliard
General Grant
Horace E. Scudder
T. W. Higginson
Henry James
Charles Egbert Craddock
Dr. Holes
John Fiske
Stuart
Tennyson
Richard Grant White
Popular Science Monthly
W. G. Farlow
Harvard University
Grant Allen
Edward S. Morse
Samuel A. Fisk
Colorado
Heinrich Mayr
Grace Peckham
N. A. Egleston
Lansing
Chauncey Smith
Sir John Bennet Lawes
Rothamsteed
Eng
D. Appleton & Co
New Princeton Review
James Russell Lowell
Gray
Francis L. Walton
Just Seales
George Dana Bosardman
E. S. Nadal
J. 3B. Harrison
Movement For the
Niagara
Jonas Lie
H. H. Boyesen
A. C. Armstrong & Son
Magazine of American History
W. T. Sherman
van Cortlandt
Joan W. Johnston
Arthur Harvey
Simon Girty
George W. Ranck
Horatio King
Buchanan
Trent Aftair
William Farrar Smith
George B. Bacon
Farragut
New Orleans
Department of Reprints
Charles Reade
John Meredith Read
Philadelphia
March
New York Academy of Music
Academy
Benn Pitman
Theodore Roosevelt
Rockies
John Bigelow
Tenth Cavalry
U.S. A
Crook
Geronimo
Thomas Stevens
Captain Coffin
Edward 3. Jaffray
Vincent
Cleland
Messrs. Hoe
Post Publishing CO
Milk Street
Lemen
Ewart
Amy
Washington &I
Boxing
Prof. Bailey
Buxvington
BAY State Carpet & Furniture CO
Hanover St
Marshall P. Wilder
Modjeskea
Salem
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