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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1883
Page
1
The local Republican machine in New York City chose Johnny OBrien as chairman of the general committee over William Dowd, noted as a man of good character. The swap draws comment as a routine party leadership decision.
Ex-Gov Sprague won nomination yesterday at the Equal Rights convention for Rhode Island governor. Republicans plan to nominate Bourne to oppose Sprague, while Democrats may back a Democrat or Sprague next Tuesday, setting the stage for a heated campaign.
The speaker, Alderman Rice of Banger Maine, says he voted for the Democratic mayoral candidate but remains a black Republican. The remark reflects a political stance amid debates on loyalty and party labels.
The democrats of this city should bear in mind the caucuses to be held in the several wards to-morrow evening for the purpose of electing a ward and city committee for the ensuing year. There ought to be a large attendance at the meetings and the party should put forward their best men to make up the committee. The party is on trial in this city as it never was before, and very much will depend upon the composition of the new body if it is going to succeed in the fall campaigns.
The Post notes that the professional junketer is at the mercy of the waiter, and the Traveller adds that lobbying by hotel waiters, especially head waiters, is extensive. It cites an instance of a waiter lobbying his brother to the police and claims waiters wield influence with aldermen and councilmen.
The city faces a tense campaign as Mayor Harrison seeks a third term with Democratic machine support. Critics dub him hizzener and portray him as erratic but effective, while opponents eye a citizens ticket led by a strong figure to defeat him, though Carter Harrison remains popular and lucky.
A Brooklyn man, finding no wages after a ferry landing, accused a bystander of theft. Police detained the young man. hours later the accuser returned to say the money was found in another pocket. The incident ends with an implied caution.
A bill in the Ohio legislature would pay members a 2000 salary plus reimbursement of actual travel costs to the capital. Half of the salary would be paid each year. Members could also receive standard travel fares for official trips and rail fare refunds would forfeit unpaid compensation if misused. Some members praise the pay rise while others doubt the rest of the measure.
Gov Butler vetoes a 474 900 appropriation for Massachusetts charitable and reformatory institutions for the current year. He objects to omnibus provisions and salaries proportion, urging the legislature to reconsider and likely trim the total. The veto aims to curb excessive public expenditure while preserving essential funding.
Governor Butler vetoes the act making appropriations for expenses of Massachusetts charitable and reformatory institutions. He notes the bill groups varied expenditures into one measure and urges reconsideration. The veto includes a detailed analysis of 1852 figures, 1883 estimates, and proposed allocations for the almshouse, workhouse, primary school, reform schools, and related facilities.
The executive council met again with little decisive business. It was hoped Plympton would be confirmed as insurance commissioner, but governor influence and council resistance require more pressure. Nominees for other Bristol county offices were laid over, while the probate judgeship fight heats up with Gov. Butler weighing candidates and party loyalties.
A meeting of the committee of the woman's department of the New England Institute fair was held at No.5 Park street on Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Julia Ward Howe presided. Attendance was large, and cheering reports were read from various committees. Applications for space have already been re-
A large program features the New England Hospital for Women and Children modeling a ward with its methods and appliances. The Young D ies’ Saturday Morning club, Collegiate Alumni, decorative art and normal art schools, Boston Cooking School and many others will develop exhibits. Circu lars will be distributed across New England and state vice presidents to be confirmed soon.
In the star route trial this morning William H. Turner testified after being acquitted in the first trial. The defense and prosecution debated admissibility of his statements about money or mining stock from Dorsey. Brady then testified denying a long list of prior claims and stressed denials of statements attributed to others. The Malagassy envoys bid farewell to the president and will travel to New York with stops in Baltimore and Philadelphia.
In Boston and vicinity a small kitchen fire at 26 Parkman Street caused by boiling fat. Reports from Stoughton describe a dwelling and barn fire near the Old Colony line, owned by C. L. Jones of Stoneham. Bangor notes the Dickey house and associated buildings on Stillwater Avenue burned, with losses around 2500 dollars and insured for 1000. Poughkeepsie reports a fire at Force & Co oil cloth factory and at Daniel Sloat’s Montrose dwelling and grocery, totaling about 10000 dollars.
Sewall H. Fessenden ends a 30 year association with the Boston and Sandwich Glass company and its agent for 25 years, effective April. Henry F. Spurr is appointed general manager and superintendent after more than 30 years with the firm.
The coroner's jury in New York censures the building's former owner for bad construction and the inspector who approved its erection after a fatal Cambridge flat fire. They urge laws to ban buildings taller than six stories, citing the fire department's difficulty handling higher structures.
In Augusta on March 14 the senate struck down the medical bill and approved a resolution for a new industrial school building. A recess to Aug 29 was adopted. In the house a debt arrest bill moved to the next legislature. The death sentence bill passed. Most of the evening was a mock session. adjournment expected tomorrow.
In Philadelphia 125 workers began a strike at J. Greenlea & Sons demanding higher pay. Four new hires started at the old wage, but at noon a crowd of strikers surrounded them and threatened violence to deter any return. The strikers maintained control.
The Western Nail association held its regular session in Pittsburg on March 14. It reaffirmed the card rate and announced factories will resume next Monday, run for three weeks, then shut for two more weeks. Trade was reported dull with light stocks and significant breakage.
Cablegram items report Frank Byrne and his wife will sail for New York Saturday. News also notes an attempted dynamite attack on a Jewish bank at Taganrog, a large French gold shipment aboard the Salier, and plans to survey the Sahara region to create an inland sea. Additional dispatches cover Indian railway rate cuts, Egan’s departure justifications, and the discovery of a Black Hand branch in northern Portugal.
The legislature's Senate and House reviewed numerous bills and resolutions on Wednesday, noting fast committee-reporting and urging early adjournment. Measures include rail and water infrastructure, city boundaries, nuisance abatement, health provisions, and public works. End-of-day actions cover engrossed and accepted reports, with debates on weekly wage payments for employees ongoing.
The house laid on the table a bill for penal and charitable support and printed the document later. Committees considered agriculture liquor law and public health measures, with debates on contracts for married couples, deer killing limits, scholarships, harbor lines, and county taxes. Several items were inexpedient to legislate or left to withdraw, while other measures included audits of elections, schools, and inspection roles for food and drugs.
Rev James De Normandie was installed as pastor of the First Religious Society of Roxbury on a Wednesday afternoon. A large audience attended with prominent Boston clergy present. The service featured floral decorations, an invocation by Rev William H Lyon, scriptures, and a sermon by Rev James Freeman Clark. Clark argued Christ’s life bridged natural and supernatural realms and praised the church as a permanent body grounded in God's love and human needs. Presenters included Rev Edward H Hall and Rev Edward E Hale, who urged active church duty and described the church as a long standing civic and educational power. the ceremony concluded with Old Hundred and benediction by Pastor De Normandie.
A large turnout at the Vendome for a Unitarian club dinner on Wednesday featured ex Gov John D. Long presiding and Rev Brooke M Herford delivering an essay on Unitarian work nationwide. He praised growth in Chicago Pennsylvania and the West, noted the American Unitarian association's aid, and lauded Rev Jenkyns Lloyd Jones as a West missionary. Col T W Higginson and Henry W Powers spoke, with many prominent Unitarians present. the meeting was the largest attended yet.
In Uniontown Pennsylvania March 14 the Dukes Nutt murder trial ends with a not guilty verdict. Judge Wilson expresses disappointment while the court and public react with anger and demonstrations. An excited crowd gathers at the courthouse and hangs effigies of Dukes and the jurors.
Fire Commissioner Fitzgerald plans departure for Ireland while city collector James W. Ricker appoints deputies and raises deputy salaries. Clerks added. Names listed for second assistant assessors across wards 1 through 25 with multiple changes and new nominations.
The 46th cooperative meeting of the Appalachian Mountain Club convened Wednesday afternoon at the Institute of Technology with large member attendance. Mr. Roswell B. Lawrence was elected recording secretary by a vote of the greeting.
A club meeting opened with R B Lawrence presenting Two weeks in Norway. Prof E C Pickering spoke on Mountain Observatories questioning whether high mountain sites justify higher costs. He described a horizontal telescope and suggested trials at Mount Mansfield Vermont or Mount Moosehillock New Hampshire. A E Scott closed with The Exploration of the Twin Mountain Range.
The Philharmonic Society presented its sixth concert of the season at Music Hall with pianist William H. Sherwood as soloist. The program favored melodic ease, with Beethoven's concerto in G highlighted as especially satisfactory. The Chopin nocturne in D flat impressed with delicate interpretation, while the March et Cortege finale showed brass strength, though minor instrument wavering appeared in the first movement. The Boston area notices cover theatre tours, concerts, and upcoming performances across several venues with notable names such as Zerrahn, Floyd, and the Globe and Howard theatres.
The Express Men’s League of Boston held its fourth annual meeting at Quincy House on Wednesday afternoon with President Harry W. Weston presiding. Officers elected for the year include Austin B. Hawley as president Clin J. Freeborn vice president Howard L. Jackson secretary treasurer and directors William H. Seaver Henry Robbins Merritt Seeley Henry A. Cook and Edwin Allen. About 300 attended the dinner that followed. Governor Butler Mayor Palmer and others were present. The report showed cash receipts of 440 and expenditures of 462.54 with a 22.54 deficiency and 115 cases against 55 express firms settled during the year. The event featured toasts including The Commonwealth of Massachusetts and remarks by Gov. Butler Mayor Palmer and other dignitaries. The evening closed with toasts, songs by the Temple Quartette, and further presentations.
Severe overflows from White river Hubbard and Oldtown breaks flood Beaver bayou area in Werin a Arkansas. Island No. 64 vanishes almost completely with three inches of rain in 24 hours. Livestock and game wiped out. Two cabins disappear with occupants untraced. Likely all perished.
Phila delphia March 14 It is learned that Dr Bedlock acting for Prince Bismarck is negotiating to buy several million acres in Mexico for German emigrants. The land is described as rich in ores and suitable for settlement.
A joint New York legislature convention elected William B. Ruggles as state superintendent of instruction. Opposition to the will of Henry Seybert of Philadelphia, who left 1,125,000 to public charities, was withdrawn and the will admitted to probate. Individuals in Pittsburg and Philadelphia face embezzlement and other suits amid broad legal actions.
Independent Republican convention in Providence nominates ex senator William Sprague for governor. Speakers denounce the “ring” and vow to beat money power, while committees form to build a 15 member central group. Regular GOP meet’s tomorrow. Democrats loom as independents plan to tilt the balance.
In the superior court first session Judge Pitman presides as cases such as Elizabeth Brooks administratrix versus E Seccomb and others resume with juries out. Libel damages for statements harming plaintiffs’ reputations and a lease dispute over Cazenove Street occupancy are tried, with various attorneys listed. Second session before Judge Staples includes George W Todd versus T Brigham Bishop over margins in stock purchases and related denial.
Administration granted for the estate of Christopher J. Blanchard with Deborah J. Blanchard of Weymouth named administrator. Guardians appointed for Waldo French, Catherine Riley, and Peter J. Sullivan. A license to sell real estate issued to Joseph B. Rodger of Boston as administrator of Sally Blanchard estate.
No 335. Finished verdict for plaintiff in 49336. Suit to recover rent money after plaintiff left a house in Somerville. Dispute whether plaintiff or Fisk the mortgagor holds the rent rights. plaintiff claims ownership, defendant argues equity passed on leaving. Lawyers D F Crane for plaintiff and George A A Pevey for defendant.
A New York cable despatch reports Manuel Penheiro a leading Para rubber receiver and key figure in the rubber corner has died by suicide. The note says his holdings were dumped on the Para market triggering market excitement and potential price effects.
The Hannibal and St. Joseph railroad reports income of 2 424 347 dollars for the year with running expenses and taxes 1 400 521 dollars interest 553 620 dollars dividends 614 per cent on preferred stocks 530 395 dollars and surplus 39 511 dollars The first half freight traffic was light due to crop failure from the previous year.
The man who died in a cell at Station 1 last Sunday is identified as James Carberry, a laborer living at 236 North Street and unmarried. Edwin P. Henderson, arrested Tuesday for obtaining money under false pretences from George Everett of the Windsor Theatre, has no connection to Henderson Bros. Medical Examiner Draper says Bernard Carr’s death resulted from a fall during sparring, not foul play. Elisha F. Fuller of 350 Maverick Street dies from injuries after falling from Commercial Wharf. Store No. 76 Bedford Street is robbed of $200 worth of hosiery with no crew located. George C. Waugh’s store at 2218 Washington Street is burglarized with merchandise and cash stolen. Josiah P. Houston and William Allen arrested on a receiving stolen property warrant at Station 3. Gambling house raids report no games or arrests. many gambling implements seized. Agnes McIntyre, 46, of 922 Harrison Avenue, breaks right leg after a Hanover Street fall. John Chalmers arrives with $48. later arrested after a debauch. Frank P. Tucker of Salem heads to Boston with $350 to marry soon.
The American Electric and Illuminating Company of Boston releases a 72 page pamphlet on electricity and electric lighting. It covers history, current systems, storage batteries, dangers, and comparisons of arc and incandescent lighting with strong emphasis on candor, competitive ethics, and practical usefulness.
Gov Cleveland scores second veto. Judge Rockwell and Lenox wife stop at American house. Hyacinthes plan America visit in summer. Earl of Dudley, income 5 990 000, rumored to be losing his mind. Yale coxswain candidates Tucker S3 and Goodwin S6. Dr Talmage on five lecture tour in New Orleans. Warren contemplates year rest and Europe visit. Judge Thurman claims record property return in Columbus as honest man. Sir William Armstrong gifts to Newcastle total 750 000 over 20 years. Reception for David Davis and bride in Bloomington. Gov Robie reception tonight in Rockland. Hamlets misprinted. Grevy granddaughter Danielle Julie Albertine Paule Louise Wilson to inherit vast fortunes. Sam Hunt to wed Mrs Beatty, widow in “bogus Paris of America.” Senate Rules Committee to meet in June at Bar Harbor to revise rules. Dr George E Walton warns against Florida for pulmanary cases in Popular Science Monthly. Yale Prof William S. Brewer named candidate for Massachusetts Agricultural College presidency.
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