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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1883
Page
1
A mosaic of brief items from March reports covers political notes in Georgia Maine Vermont and New York. It notes clashes over reforms in congress the star route trial Alabama claims tariff debates and appointments while citing local political shifts in Portland and New York City with remarks on notable figures like Hewitt and Polk and mentions the Cambridge Oxford boat race expectations.
Washington reports the Rice Frye fisheries clause and article 30 provisions extend to July 1 next, with potential abrogation of the treaty. Treasury notes include Treasurer Gilfillan's resignation to take effect in April and possible successors discussed as Mutual Trust Company plans.
About 100 ornamental painters at the Pullman car works walked out this morning. A Chinese youth was placed in the shop to work as prep for a yearlong study at a school of mines, a plan explained to the men but objected to. The superintendent says the matter is now a principle and he will not yield.
In Helena Arkansas on March 6 residents living along the Long Lake levee move stock and goods to higher ground as fear rising river pressures the levee. The bottom lands are emptied while people seek safety inland.
St. Albans and Windham County voters settled selectmen and sisters posts with mixed turnout. Vermont cities like Burlington Bennington and Woodstock elected mayors judges and commissioners amid constitutional amendments support. A New York City ship sinking case also notes a $26,000 recovery.
In New Haven Judge Andrews heard Hartford and Harlem railroad and George Isbell press for an injunction against the New York and Connecticut Air Line railroad. Plaintiffs claim improper incorporation, misstated capital, and invalid director appointments while the defendant argues proper preliminary action and quo warranto procedures. Judge Andrews reserved ruling, believed likely to favor plaintiffs.
Pittsfield Massachusetts fire at Burbank block destroys McDonald saloon rooms on second floor forcing 25 residents to flee in nightwear. Other fires reported in Woodsville New Hampshire Bangor Maine North Adams Massachusetts Raleigh North Carolina Millwaukee Wisconsin Manister Michigan with total losses ranging from 500 to 50000 dollars and partial insurance.
The Burden iron works manager says 2,500 men are employed and production will continue as usual despite tariff cuts. The Albany and Renssalaer iron and steel superintendent expects no near term wage or job cuts. Stove manufacturers report no impact, and wool dealers say gains in knit goods offset wool price drops.
New York dated March 6 reports Henry J. Gillig of London files a complaint leading to the arrest and detention of Charles 3. Waite on $25,000 bail. Waite allegedly received Gillig notes to discount and used stock shares as security. In Europe the 3460 shares of American Exchange capital stock were valued at $54,000.
In Chicago the United States circuit court reviewed a injunction bid by Mutual Union Telegraph. Judge Drummond ruled the firm must honor its underground wiring promise before March 1, 1883, while city mayoral wire removal was deemed unlawful. The court declined an injunction but could bar further abrupt interference.
The Maine Senate passed a bill for an additional state college trustee who must be a graduate. They reported expediency on a military encampment site purchase and an act to tax telephone companies. Other measures passed to engrossed include incorporation of the Atlantic Telegraph Company, land and registry reforms, and updates on larceny and receiving stolen goods.
In Matt Grace's Bowery venue a 14 round $500 lightweight bout pitted George Fulljames of the champions against Patrick Galligher of Philadelphia. The match, held in defiance of law, lasted 24 minutes with brutal exchanges. Fulljames was declared winner after Galligher failed to answer the bell in the 11th round. Over 500 spectators watched as police stood nearby but did not arrest anyone.
Nashville March 6 The house of representatives passed the state debt bill exactly as from the democratic caucus. It provides 50 cents on the dollar and 3 percent interest on all but the state debt proper and bonds of state educational institutions at par with contract rate. The bill likely to pass the senate as well.
Harvey N. Follansbee is discharged by the police commissioners. Thomas Ryan resigns as property clerk and is appointed clerk to Superintendent Adams in place of the discharged Follansbee. Sergeant George K. Savory is named property clerk.
Gov. Boynton announces Thursday as a memorial day for Gov. Stephens with all business suspended and all services held in churches across the state.
A crowded column lists visits and notes about prominent figures: Senator Mahone touring Mexico in summer. Capt. Fred W. Nickerson of the Savannah and Halifax lines arrives in Washington and is greeted in East Bridgewater. Madame Albani’s name origin. various political and social updates across Concord Lewiston and Portsmouth. hoisted by mentions of ex-Congressman Daniel Marcy and Col. Henry G. Parker. reflections on John Bright and tariff reform.
John Newell testifies before the Education Committee advocating public schools expand into manual labor and arts to prepare workers. He cites Nightingale and Thompson praising industrial training and urges European models as a guide to avoid falling behind in arts and industries.
In the House of Commons Mr Gladstone called Lord Hartington's six month evacuation forecast for Egypt an expression of hope based on current circumstances. Madrid reports Maco the Cuban refugee moved to Ceuta due to British representations. An official cable notes Dublin and Cork mayors will attend the foreign exhibition opening. Russia’s import revenue surpassed Austria’s by 15 million rubles, with a 5.5 million ruble gap to Reo. A Belgian university student in Liege was arrested with 12,060 francs amid suspected socialist propaganda. London sentences for the Free Thinker editors include hard labor. Emigration to America via Stettin, Hamburg, Bremen and Antwerp totaled 195,687 in 1882, down from 216,547 in the previous year. The Clepington Spinning jute warehouse burned at Dundee, losses 20,000 pounds. Two ships wrecked at Schoeningen. fourteen crowns. Schleswig authorities begin expulsion of Danes refusing to serve.
Rev Dr De Normandie to be installed as pastor in Roxbury on March 14 with prayers by Rev Mr Peabody and sermon by Rev J Clark. other Boston events include Cumner steam engine talk, electro fire alarm demo, Philo Celtic lectures on Irish language, a J A Phillips lecture for Ladies Physiological Institute, Y M C A ethics course on Judgment, and the New England Manufacturers and Mechanics Institute stockholders meeting at Parker House.
A Bangor horse theft case ends with the thief jailed in Calais. Rail damages at Wells settle with injured riders, while Waterville earns a city charter but awaits adoption vote. Aroostook orchard gains, and lobster protection laws limit harvest periods. A South Boston case reports smallpox outbreak in a five person home, prompting hospital transfer and mass vaccination.
Mrs Edna widow of Solomon Clark of Berwick Maine died in Dover from burns after a candle set her bed alight. Claremont votes on how to recover 410000 bequest left to town now 60000 with interest from Paran Stevens. John Durant of Pelham aged 37 was found in his barn after ingesting Paris green and died. cause linked to dissipation and domestic trouble.
Beckwiths of Middlebury plan a 50 000 store opening in four weeks. Robert J Prichard of Granville died after accidental overdose of powders given by his daughter. A 2 year old in West Danville attempted to poison the Rankins with rat poison. Supreme Court in Windsor county awarded a land dispute to Aaron N King over Wm J Tarbell. A Fairhaven woman pending death dressed for burial then balked at the graveyard until she was returned home. She will be sent to the insane asylum.
A string of incidents from Tuesday morning includes the discovery of Farrell McGowan’s headless body on a Boston and Maine track in Lawrence, while Kk. WP. Dodge & Co. plans widespread shoe plant layoffs. Burglary, robberies, and a hospital case add to a day of regional turmoil across Massachusetts and nearby towns.
The first Easter goods to appear are Prang's cards with superior artistry. The house maintains a strong reputation for novel and exquisite work. Artists listed include Fidelia Bridges, F. B. Townsend, Flin F. Pell, A. F. Brooks, L. B. Humphrey, O. E. Whitney, Harry Beard, and Thomas Moran.
Madame Patti's Lucia di Lammermoor debut earns near universal praise with Lucia hailed as her best role. Nicolini delights in Sextette and closing scene while Monti and Campi-Cellaj receive mixed notices. The concert program followed with Bendix praised for Beethoven and a Saint-Saens caprice.
The Tremont, a new side wheel steamer for the Portland Steam Packet Co, was launched at Greenpoint Long Island. She spans 200 feet long 36 feet beam 64 feet over guards and 9 feet deep. Cabins for 300 first class passengers, Queen Anne saloon, white oak and hackmatack frame, white oak planking, white pine deck, four watertight bulkheads, and a weather capable hull. Powered by a vertical beam condensing engine 56 inch cylinder 11 foot stroke with single tubular boiler. Expected speed about 15 knots, ready by next June, operating Boston to Portland year round carrying freight and passengers.
A 45 year old man Patrick Daly was found dead in North Brighton likely from natural causes. A lady reported her gold watch, rings, and pin stolen from 110 Marion street. Patrolman Maley fractured his shoulder after a fall on Dove street. Officers recovered a diamond ring at Bradstreet's loan office alleged theft from Crosby & Foss. A fur cloak stolen from Jd. H. Smith's Greenwich Park home was found with William F. Howard, his wife involved. A laborer near Allston killed by a train. Patrolman Gaddis arrested John Doane for drunkenness and distur bance. a crowd attacked the officer, but the situation was resolved by Lieut. Graves' squad.
The column surveys several papers including The Washington Capital under Edmund Huad son’s management planning new quarters on Pennsylvania Avenue. It mentions a proposed sheep breeding monthly for Vermont and notes The New York Graphic’s birthday new dress. It cites circulation figures for Cincinnati Morning Journal and Albany Areas and reports press upgrades for Cleveland Plain Dealer and Atlanta Evening Star.
The board of health orders the rear lease at 66 Prince Street vacated. It will require a statement from Charlestown petroleum refinery proprietors on gas removal appliances and other changes if the business continues, with a later decision. Officer Bliss is transferred to city hall as house watchman replacing retired Officer Maynard. Officer Adams returns to station 2, Ladies' desks. Davenport and combination desks are being closed out at Waine's, 48 Canal Street.
Senate committees filed leave to withdraw petitions for water supply in Marblehead and Essex Bridge project between Bradford and Haven Hill. Rowan Hill Water Co incorporation. 3000 for steam boilers at Bridgewater workhouse. various bills and orders referred, including taxes, cemeteries, and poll tax voting questions sent to judiciary.
The legislature suspends rules to admit a petition from the Father Mathew Society of Lawrence for capital increase. Committees consider tax law amendments public land funds police powers and various local and state bills across education liquor law labor town bonds and a Northampton city charter proposal. The Governor's veto on Union Safe Deposit vaults is discussed with a request for judicial opinion on its validity.
The Boston area council held a regular session with Mayor Sleeper present and officers reporting on February arrests. Debates split on deputy chief abolition, hall plans funded at 50,000, and multiple appointments including water and street commissioners. A special session followed to address salaries and city map progress, with several property, park, and infrastructure motions approved or referred.
Governor Crittenden halts execution of A. J. McGuiniss, substituting a 15 year prison term. Ottawa dispatch notes Wiggins travels to Halifax to exploit expected strikes on the 9th, 10th, and 7th. Canadian postal talks pause a two cent letter rate, pending U.S. action. New Jersey committee accuses ex-Speaker Egan of improper outreach. report referred to attorney for grand jury case. Indian Territory reports Gen Vorter capturing Sleeping Rabbit and others, weakening the rebel faction and likely ending the uprising.
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