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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1883
Page
1
A Louisville preacher exhorted followers to gird strength and dress in purple and fine linen for heavenly visions, omitting the vast number who lack such attire. The speaker framed the contrast as a moral division among congregants.
The bill for state purchase of lands along Niagara Falls and the rapids passes the New York assembly and moves to the senate. Thirty nine assemblymen voted against it, with the Brooklyn Eagle calling for their permanent disgrace.
Hon Charles R Cutler is linked to the Rhode Island democratic governor nomination and, if the Tuesday convention nominates the ex governor, he will not decline. His ability and loyalty are stated as beyond question.
The Ohio Republicans display demoralization as Rutherford B. Hayes is repeatedly linked to the gubernatorial nomination. Hayes is placed on the shelf, and adhering to advised steps may keep him there.
A Philadelphia zoological garden monkey blows its nose on a handkerchief. The story contrasts this with a western tale of a former U S senator who uses his coat tail or any handy item instead of a handkerchief, suggesting people might imitate the cleaner habit.
The great objector Holman will not object to being the Democratic candidate for governor of Indiana next year. If nominated, a majority of the state's voters would likely support his governorship. The article praises Holman, noting he has never been labeled as merely half a man by his public associates.
The liquor agency in Maine, described as the best paying public office, saw revenue of 5000 dollars last year while only 29 towns bought bitters from the agency. Critics label it a nuisance, noting its purpose to benefit distant Republicans and finance party assessments, with legislator Mr. Rogers calling it unpopular.
The United States sent 415 575 000 in goods to Mexico in the past year, only 175 000 short of imports from that country. The New York World notes the treaty negotiated by Gen. Grant Gen. Canedo and Mr. Romero would have spurred larger commerce this year if the Senate had acted before adjournment.
Mayor Edson of New York names Bob McCord excise commissioner, provoking thousands of party supporters who backed him for mayor. McCord is described as a Johnny O'Brien heeler, a label tied to the cheap grade of ward politicians Tammany trades with. If Gov. Cleveland cannot offset Edson's offensive acts with honorable colleagues, the Empire State democracy faces an unsure future.
Inter Ocean headlines tally 69 murders and justified homicides in 26 months with few imprisoned, many released, seven uncaptured, seven dead or suicided, and one executed. The piece cites assaults burglaries and robberies, labeling Chicago the wickedest city on the American continent.
Washington correspondent argues the first comptroller's rule on withholding salaries should apply to all security bonds. He notes President Arthur and Senator-elect Cullom as security for defaulting officials and contends salaries of Windom and Tabor were paid despite bonds. A U S judgment for 8000 dollars against Windom is cited, not collected.
Gen Brady returned to the witness stand amid a drawn grand jury session and faced cross-examination over alleged bribes to expedite star routes. The prosecutor pressed for admissions about corrupt payments, subcontracts, and influence while Brady defended his actions as proper and denied key letters.
Secretary Chandler issues call to American shipbuilders and engine constructors to bid on iron and steel cruiser and despatch vessel construction under the March 3 1883 naval appropriation act. Treasury adopts new nickel coin reverse design and motto placement. Georgia dispute over Revolutionary War expenses leads to withheld payment. President suspends Arizona Supreme Court justice over bribery charges. Treasury official Hill accused denials released. Trial list includes William Jones charged with assault with intent to kill Charles Guiteau.
Reports from New York and Peoria detail Irish extremists praising dynamite and plotting violent acts against England. O Donovan Rossa defends using dynamite to press for Irish Parliament, while Pat Crowe advocates widespread arson in English cities to force peace terms.
Gloucester reports the Eastport and Grand Menon frozen herring industry winding down. With limited new supply, holders have advanced prices from 1 to 125 dollars per hundred, signaling tighter markets and cautious trading in the sector.
A summer hotel complex at Rocky Point including hotel dining hall boat houses and bathing houses was destroyed by fire caused by a defective flue. Total insurance affected reached 72000 with main hotel 60000 on furniture 12000 Ocean house dining hall 12000 and furniture 5000.
New York March 16 An accident at the Cosmopolitan theatre during a minstrel show caused a balcony to crack and drop twelve inches, sending about 1 000 spectators into a panic. Assistant Manager Stewart and Stage Manager Lorraine quelled the surge as police officials helped restore order. several women lost clothing and pocketbooks.
In New Haven on March 16 the case state ex rel. Frank St Andrew vs Henry G Lewis was heard to decide who holds the mayoralty. The replication alleging vote discrepancies was ruled pro forma insufficient, giving Lewis the current edge and likely sending the matter to the supreme court of errors for prolonged adjudication.
Pottstown Pa March 16 at a meeting of Potts Brothers rolling mill employees on strike over wage cuts a decision was made to resume work at the company price. The strike at the Pottstown Iron Works ends with the lower mill in full operation while most furnaces in the nail puddling department run. The Hope mill remains idle likely until demand improves for iron.
The Boston Post edits the New York Sun list of Democratic potential nominees by adding William R. Morrison of Illinois as a candidate, stating he is a better man than any currently mentioned.
Providence reports that primary meetings elected delegates to the Democratic state convention with supporters of William Sprague prevailing. In Pawtucket Lincoln and East Greenwich caucuses Sprague backers carried the contests.
In Pittsburg on March 16 a prize fight occurred in Col Rahimes's parlor near Altoona between John O Neal of Pittsburgh and James Koke of Philadelphia for a $1,000 purse. O Neal won after 36 rounds.
Chicago dispatch reports Toledo Cincinnati and St Louis narrow gauge lines along with Baltimore and Ohio join in selling through tickets from Toledo to Chicago at a reduced rate of three to five dollars. The plan aims to lower travel costs and encourage northern corridor traffic as details are published tomorrow.
Bogardus is sick after a shooting contest in Cincinnati Ohio where he scored 63 pigeons while Carver hit 92. Nearby items report Polk's attorneys seeking settlement, Drink Davis’s gambling winnings in New York, Diaz's arrival in St Louis, Mississippi flooding receding with hopeful crop prospects, and legal actions involving Police reform in Troy New York and Tide water Pipe Line.
London reports detail a massive blast that shattered the Dublin government office, causing extensive damage and forcing doubled guards at military centers. The explosion prompted Vienna-like speculation, with officials and newspapers debating motives and potential targets among the government departments. The blast left broken glass, collapsed masonry, and a costly wreck, while notes on India and emigration, anarchist arrests, and social demonstrations in Geneva fill the broader foreign news.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer traces Gov. Sprague and Kate Chase's union from a grand 1860 gala to a later troubled marriage. Once famed for wealth and palace life, the couple faced jealousy, bankruptcy, divorce, and a quieter second wedding, with Cleveland as the tale’s origin.
Chief Signal Officer Hazen orders closure of 30 cautionary display stations due to lack of funds. Ports and lights listed include Maine Bath Boothbay Rockland Southwest Harbor and New Haven light Stonington New Bedford Newport, plus many others. Telegraphed reports from Eagle Rock Mount Washington Fort Washakie end. 1 AM synopsis and bulletins to printing stations halt. New London Conn and Newport R I to gain cautionary stations.
Talcott H. Russell as receiver brings two parallel suits in superior court against Joseph B. Sargent and others over the defunct American National Life and Trust company. One suit proceeds under old common law, the other under the current code. Beach asks for plaintiff to elect by March 20. judge Beardsley grants. Damages claimed total 1.4 million, alleging misappropriation by Sargent and directors.
At the Irish Land League central committee meeting in New York on March 16 a circular was ordered to be sent to league officers in America and the National Council members via the Chicago convention, directing that the Philadelphia convention include representatives from every patriotic Irish organization in the United States. Arrangements were also made to greet Parnell on his arrival.
In San Francisco on March 16 an audit of the harbor commissioners revealed secretary John B. Gray as a defaulter for 40000. Gray promised to remedy by today at 5 PM but left the office and has not been seen since amid a missing funds case.
LarEpoo Texas report says sheep men suffered major losses after last week's cold rain. Some large owners estimate one third of their flocks destroyed and a total crop loss anticipated. West of the Nueces river losses may total about 250000 dollars.
A reception in aid of the Massachusetts Homeopathic hospital was held at the Vendome on Friday evening. The private suite of reception parlors on Commonwealth avenue were filled by a large and brilliant company, among whom.
The Augusta region shows steady activity with the Edwards Manufacturing payroll at 9006 dollars monthly and Passadunkere log driving organized in Bangor with J W Porter as president. Augusta publishing houses illustrate mail volume, while the Maine Central and St John railways discuss a St John New Brunswick bridge project valued around 600000 dollars. The Maine legislature adjourned amid rowdy scenes with tossed objects and sharp remarks from Representative Thompson of Brunswick.
The funeral of Col Charles C. Pedson former proprietor of the People and Patriot in Concord was held Friday at St Pauls church. Rt Rev W W Niles assisted with Rev Henry A Coit D D and Rev Henry Beedenger. Pallbearers included P B Cogswell Edward A Jenks Henry M Penney Joseph C Moore J E Pecker Martin A Haynes R F Lewis. Remains interred at Minot cemetery beside his mother.
Norman McClaffiin of Richford killed himself Thursday at Knowlton Quebec by hanging. He was about 31, married only a few days. No cause is given.
The Boston and Sandwich Glass company received an order to craft a glass coffin to contain Christopher Columbus's remains, contingent on price satisfaction. Nine boys escaped from Westboro state reform school Thursday night but were recaptured by Clinton officers and will be returned. Brockton high school students gave a well received public exhibition featuring music readings and declamations. Willie Reardon, 22, robbed a hennery in Adams and entered a house, stealing gold spectacles and valuables. he has prior arrests for minor robberies. Sheffield plans memorial hall for Rev Dr Orville Dewey with about $5,000 pledged by Dr Miller and others. another meeting is set for Thursday.
The Rhode Island general assembly on Friday re elected Benjamin M. Bosworth Jr as assistant attorney general. Bosworth will continue in the role, with confirmation of his tenure reflecting ongoing legal leadership in the state.
The Social Temperance union met Friday at Wesleyan hall with ex-Gery Long presiding. Attendees included Postmaster Tobey, Rev. Dr. Miner, Dr. Barrett and others. Grinnell of Iowa described a liquor-free town of 29 years, while Rev. Downey and Thompson cited church work and crimes linked to liquor. Miss Jennie B. Scott gave recitations and musical numbers amid remarks on home education and Sabbath schooling.
Rev Simon Dampieri of Immaculate Conception suffers stroke with poor prognosis. Rev O T Walker resigns from Harvard Street Baptist Church effective on or before Oct 1. Ex congressman Joyce of Vermont forms law partnership with Gen Ellis Spear and becomes a Washington resident. Holyoke Webster Hudson Hyde Park amateur clubs plan convention to complete state organization at the Item office Monday afternoon. Capt Sargent of Kittery Maine offered command of Jay Gould's new yacht between Philadelphia and Liverpool. Senator Edmunds wealth estimates disputed, friends say figures are exaggerated. Capt David P Oliver and Capt Edwin Smalley return from Liverpool. Smalley stays home, Fales to command ship St John. Several young men admitted to New Hampshire bar. others rejected. W H Adams cites A Markus case praising Mr Markus as enterprising and charitable in Boston. Supreme Court judges' ages listed with service dates. Gen William S Tilton resigns as superintendent of Soldiers' Home at Togus. successor to be named April 1. Cape Town holder of title of late Earl Stamford details described with mixed households and travels. Old Bourbon advert follows.
Democratic caucuses held Friday across wards to elect new ward and city committee members. Details include ward chairs, secretaries, and at large and precinct committees with multiple contested selections and a protest over alleged unfair caucus methods.
The senate reads a governor’s proposed resolve urging action on Massachusetts coast defense claims from 1862. The draft, by Gov. Butler’s secretary, seeks senate support despite expected veto. Other items note Hebrew responders to Butler proclamations and militia roster changes.
The Arlington club held its second concert of the season at Horticultural Hall last evening with Miss Bertham Behrens and violinist C XN Allen assisting. Adelaide Bothamby could not perform due to illness. William J. Winch received strong praise for his singing. The 83-voice chorus and the chorus numbers Nazareth and The Tear delighted the audience, while Mr Chadwick directed a new club piece.
Inspector of Provisions Terry Friday seized 11 bob years at railroad depots. E P Henderson of Arlington, charged with obtaining money by false pretences from George Everett of the Boylston museum and Windsor theatre, claims $25,000 in damages and plans suit for false arrest. Henderson denies belonging to Henderson Brothers of Cambridge. Ike Vail, a noted confidence man, was found here and warned to leave. Walter Crocker, 27, a Union Freight flagman, fell near Commercial Wharf. leg amputated at MGH. Matthew and George Jahm, junk dealers, arrested for larceny of a $100 hawser from Cunard steamer Samaria. Patrick Flarity, 27, arrested for assault on Coleman F. Smith at a Nort street saloon. Smith treated for head and body wounds.
Michael Hoyd and John Keenan were arraigned in the municipal court on breaking and entering the shop of John C. Smith. Both were held in $5,000 for trial upstairs. John Kennedy was also arraigned for breaking and entering and held in $1,000 for trial upstairs.
The Legislature considers the bill to establish voting precincts in Cambridge favorably. The naturalization bill, substituted for the house bill, outlines court jurisdiction, filing, records, declarations, fees, and repeals. passes to Senate with yeas and nays listed, and notes related orders and bills on railroads and waterworks as agenda items.
The house laid the order to begin forenoon sessions on Tuesday next on the table and referred the print of 2000 copies of the governor’s veto message to the committee on printing. Reports from multiple committees follow, with bills on police powers, district court eligibility, land transfer, gaming laws, and Cambridge precincts discussed or recommitted.
A Friday morning crash near East Somerville between an inward Boston and Maine passenger train and an outward Eastern road train caused both engines to suffer heavy damage. Both trains were moving slowly and no fatalities were reported. Rail officials held talks with their superintendents to review the signal failure that led to the collision.
The Maine legislature enacted another measure to protect moose deer and caribou by adding to the close time statute. The recently approved bill strengthens safeguards for game species and tightens regulations to prevent poaching and disturbance during protected periods.
Annual Roxbury Horse Guards Veteran Association ball set for March 21 at Bacon hall with Hon Charles Francis Adams Jr presiding at a complimentary benefit for Daniel George, credited with firing the torpedo that sank the Albemarle. Tremont temple hosts the benefit Tuesday evening. Gen John L Swift to speak Sunday on Stalwart Temperance at Tremont temple.
The Young Men's Christian association schedules talks by the converted actor Mr Sutherland. Meetings: tomorrow at Maverick Congregational church 10 30 AM Hanover Street Bethel 4 30 PM Second Congregational Church Dorchester 7 30 PM Tremont temple daily next week except Monday at noon Park Street church 7 30 PM except Friday and Saturday.
Inspectors Houghton and Watts arrested Otis Gray Randall a broker at No 12 State street on a Friday on a warrant charging him with receiving stolen postage stamps worth 17 from boys employed by the Massachusetts Benefit association W G Cortell treasurer has rooms in Tremont temple Randall denies buying any stamps as alleged.
A special meeting was held at the club house in Harrison square on Friday evening. Vice Commodore Parkman Dexter chaired as the treasurer Chester Guild Jr presented a report showing a cash balance of 80 69. The committee appointed a follow up.
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