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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1879
Page
2
Beecher arrived in Brooklyn on October 10 1847 to begin sermons at Plymouth Church then with twenty one members including thirteen women. Overall his career as a pilgrim preacher was prosperous though he occasionally laments missed stitches in his work.
The Democrats nominated Samuel J. Randall for Speaker on the first ballot in caucus while Republicans backed J A Garfield. The Democratic Senatorial caucus set Thursday for officer elections. The Greenback-Republican faction is not expected to wield much influence. In Washington, the Oliver v Cameron breach of promise trial opened. the widow testified that Cameron seduced her with promises of marriage. The Charitable Irish Society held its annual dinner at Parker House with post prandial remarks. St Patrick’s Day saw parades toned down to social gatherings in many cities. Prof John Fiske delivered a second lecture on American History focusing on Spanish and French exploration. Aldermen elected a City Architect and a Superintendent of Public Buildings.
Snow in New England followed by partly cloudy skies and a dip in temperatures due to northwesterly winds and high pressure. Cautionary signals persist at New Haven New London Newport Woods Hole Boston Portland Eastport and offshore from Smithville N C to New York.
A despatch says Gov. Ferry and Gen. Howard will meet Chief Moses and Capt. Water at Dallas to avert Indian hostilities. Moses captured and jailed, bond posted, en route to Vancouver then Washington. Smohella is viewed as the coast’s most dangerous Indian, with Moses, in hope of ending summer unrest. Despatch from Fort Simcoe Wyoming Territory dated March 1 is cited.
George H. Heafford former Missouri Pacific general passenger agent, brought from New York on embezzlement indictments. Charles L. White, ex auditor of the road, also indicted but not yet arrested. Heafford previously served as passenger agent for the Pennsylvania Central in New York and Boston. Embezzled amount estimated between 30 000 and 50 000 dollars.
The Democratic caucus chose Randall over Blackburn in a close contest with Greenbackers looming. Wright and O'Riely were absent while 141 ballots were cast with 144 needed to organize the House, signaling likely ratification by the full chamber.
Democratic Senators met to discuss non rash changes in committees and officers. A reorganization committee was given time to report with a House conference to set order of business. The extra session would focus on two annual appropriations bills and related political measures, with most Democrats present.
Washington March 17 Republican members elect of the House held a caucus in the House hall at 4 o clock. Gen Garfield of Ohio was nominated for Speaker and an executive advisory committee named. A resolution urged no legislation beyond the session’s specially called scope, with one dissenting vote.
Reports from New York describe the Pacific Mail Company facing critical arrears to the Panama Railroad, with debts around 2.09 million dollars and omitted February payment. The Georgia ship loss removed security, and the Panama firm presses for owed funds and voided collateral.
Dover reports a blaze at John Durken's building destroying a grocery store on the first floor and a dwelling above with partial recovery of contents. Durken loses 600 dollars. insurance 250. The owner Oliver Gibbs suffers 1000 dollars loss with 1250 dollars insurance. In Newark Hart and Parker's sash factory burns and Doo little's box factory suffers 2000 dollars damage, with over 200 people left unemployed.
Reports from Reading describe a yellowish sulfurlike deposit seen after last night rain, lacking taste or smell. Allentown witnesses also found sulfur smelling material beneath the snow, which burned with sulfur fumes when scraped and set alight.
United States Shipping Commissioner Stevenson spoke to shipmasters and consignees in San Francisco. An agreement was made to repress the revival of blood money collection by sailor boarding-house keepers. The Chief of Police will arrest runners trying to board ships at harbor entry.
Washington March 17. Mary Oliver sues Hon. Simon Cameron for 50000 damages alleging breach of promise of marriage. Testimony details her acquaintance with Cameron since 1874, proposals in 1875, letters to officials, and payments for travel to Washington. Gen Butler seeks broad questioning, court limits scope, and trial adjourns with Oliver still testifying.
O Leary intends to enter the London race and may issue a challenge soon. Ennis plans to go to England to compete, Rowell says he is ready for a return bout, with Harriman, Guyon, and O Leary’s backers facing big losses from the recent event. A world championship six days walking match is proposed for Gilmore's Garden on May 5, with Ennis potentially entering if not abroad.
Five men chosen to represent Wesleyan at the American Henley are E A White EB Barnes B H M Warren W S McDonald and E W Mattson. They began practicing on the river as class races gain interest with a $70 ice pitcher prize donated by W A Osborne of Ansonia.
Weekend incidents include two freight trains wreck near New Cumberland Pa injuring several and a fireman. a church death from heart disease at Baltimore. a Texas teacher’s wedding invitation tragedy. a prairie fire alert across Southern Dakota with damage along the Dakota Southern line. and disturbances in Helena Mississippi prompting militia deployment.
In Maine, an Indian suspect is detained in Oldtown on suspicion of murdering Gowan. Authorities seek a second Indian linked to the case as investigations continue amid town meetings in Damariscotta and Newcastle.
Reports note John Q. Pinkham’s brains weighed and were healthy after execution. A New Durham vote for a liquor agent faced a petition asking for a special meeting to rescind. Manchester grocer John H. Mitchell reportedly died by self infliction. Haverhill elected a Republican Moderator and mixed party officials. Newcastle Christian Church dedication's large turnout marked by navy Chaplain W B Stewart. Dartmouth Juniors name representatives for an oratorical display at June commencement with a long list of students and their hometowns.
A reported mad dog in Bellows Falls last week bit many dogs. The Bailiffs ordered muzzling confinement or shooting of all dogs and directed police to enforce these measures.
The town votes to erect a new town hall at a cost of 15000 dollars. Lawrence opens a new Boston and Maine depot praised as handsome and designed by N J Bradlee of Boston. Rev T E St John of Worcester receives Cincinnati and Woonsocket calls with a 2500 salary. his current charge ends on the 30th. Freight on the Boston and Albany grows heavy with twenty extra eastbound trains from Springfield. Peter Collins is sent to the House of Correction for four months after a Lowell court case. Lawrence board weighs double tracking Essex Street from Broadway to Mulberry. Baldwinsville Savings Bank safe blown. amount unknown. Middleboro town meeting elects Wood as Town Clerk and Treasurer, with selectmen named. water works rejected. Lowell saloonkeeper John D Burke assaulted. four shots fired, two lodging in Sullivan’s back. Burke arrested. Attleboro March 1 1879 finances show assets and liabilities both 22774 53. 5 per cent bonds outstanding 16600. North Adams dispute over whipping case ends with exoneration of Miss Bissell. Bradford town elects officers. multiple town budget line items set. Brockton hosts mass meeting for Brockton Stoughton railroad. 350 attendees. cost estimated at 120000 dollars. stock subscriptions to follow.
Elisha M. Smith a 42 year old Providence jeweler is missing and allegedly died by suicide jumping into the Sound from a Stonington boat. He reportedly left all property to his sister and bought a ticket for New York on the 8th.
The Wallingford community runs a factory employing 70 hands and making 1,000,000 spoons and forks last year. A robbery in Wesley Brown’s Wapping house secured 225 dollars intended for quarterly Congregational minister salaries.
In New York on March 17 the General Passenger Agents Association dissolved and a new body formed. The new organization restricts membership to general ticket or passenger agents, aiming to include only representatives of through travel routes and preserve travel network control.
A Toronto Mail editorial defends a Canadian policy aimed at building resources and protecting nascent industries. It rejects British domination and American tariffs, urging self reliance and a assertive fiscal stance during a pivotal trade period.
Reports describe a tense standoff in Berlin as security forces face off amid alarms at the Reichstag building. Eyewitnesses report crowds gathering, with authorities urging calm while protesters demand political concessions.
Emperor Francis Joseph arrived by boat in Szeged as about 23 000 residents evacuated and two thousand farm houses were destroyed by the flood. He expressed deep sorrow, pledged aid, and noted relief efforts would shift to property recovery as waters were expected to recede by July.
The Khedive insists on Riaz Pasha's retirement as Interior Minister, while Rivers Wilson and De Blignieres push to retain him. He warns the British Consul of new disturbances without cabinet reform and seeks to modify loan securities with the Rothschilds, who refuse and threaten to suspend advances. Mr Vivian sails to England on the 25th to report on the crisis.
London reports Rowell won the international walking match and will be lionized on his return. Edward Payson Weston challenges Rowell to a six days walking contest for the Astley belt and championship, likely to be held at Agricultural Hall in this city.
In Belfast on St Patrick's Day Nationalist processions attempted to enter troubled districts but were barred by police. Police were fired upon and stoned, several officers injured, and police returned fire. Troops are now on duty.
Comfort Tiffany and notable clergy children die. Theodore Caswell, naval officer and Riggs House clerk, is announced. Gloucester elder Job Stanwood dies aged 92. Mrs Ranyard author of The Book and its Story. John Fowle former selectman and firefighter dies at 91. Hosea Pierce, pastor and Zion's Advocate editor, passes away in Maine. James Niven, New Orleans merchant, dies. ex Senator George Goldthwait dies. Prof W K Clifford dies at 34 in Exeter. Charles J Wells author of Joseph and His Brethren dies in France. Enouye Yoshikazu, early Japanese student, dies in the U S.
The Chief Commissioner for British Burmah reports sufficient force to protect British territory but the resident and other Europeans at Mandelay are in a critical position. Safety hinges on the belief that the King and advisers will avoid precipitating hostilities and their own downfall.
Sufficient rainfall across the province guarantees a safe Spring harvest and alters the country’s finances and politics. It also impacts the military by improving train and forage supplies.
In Paris on March 17 the syndicate of the Chamber of Manufactures of silk and the merchants of Lyons initiated a major free trade movement. They opened a subscription to cover lecture costs about free trade across France.
London reports Habron, condemned for murder of a policeman later tied to Charles Peace, has received a free pardon. Home Secretary vows to aid Habron’s future welfare. Meanwhile rulers and workers eye strikes and wage cuts across industry and empire.
In Cincinnati on March 17 a mob forced Klein from Newport jail to Mrs Truesdale’s home. After she identified him, Klein claimed another man acted. The crowd hanged him from a tree as he swung in the air, with the body still dangling.
Hyde Park Vermont March 17 Judge Powers Morrisville heard the habeas corpus case of Hattie L Shepard age three and a half years Moses Shepard father relator against John Bolles grandfather of Marshfield Col Sawyer led the case with P K Gleed assisting The trial examined about twenty witnesses and ended at midnight. The court ordered custody to the father Bolles wealth contrasted with Shepard poverty and he warned that the end is not yet.
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