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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 22, 1889

Page

5

Supreme Court to rule on Chinese exclusion act case

Chae Chan Ping, a Chinese laborer stranded by the 1888 exclusion act, seeks habeas corpus as the Supreme Court considers constitutionality. The case affects 2700 Chinese nationals with similar certificates, involving arguments on retroactivity and due process.

China United States San Francisco Circuit Court of the United States California Chae Chan Ping Supreme Court Washington Ping Jenks John F. Swift Japan George Hoadley James C. Carter New York Jencks

Civil Service Commission and Reform Efforts Debate

President may appoint ex Governor Thompson to the Democratic seat on the Civil Service Commission amid Republican lobbying and Democratic challengers. A Senate committee report urges reforms in executive departments and card index use to speed work. Chin-Kiang riot details include mob attack on consulates and British protection.

Thompson Civil Service Commission Treasury Windom Hampton Senator Butler South Carolina Senate Harrison Lyman Sowden Randall Wing Cleveland Allentown Rich R. McMahon Oberly

Endurance in Fall River Strike Deepens as Mills Close

No prospect of settlement as manufacturers refuse compromise and weavers stay out. Des Moines weaver recruiters tempt with low living costs and high weekly earnings, but travel costs and scarce funds hinder moves. Several mills suspend operations, with only a few running limited looms, while State arbitrator Richard P. Barry reports disappointment and urges a self-settlement.

Fort River Des Moines West Fall River Compeed Granite Ichard Borden Troy Mechanics Ide King Philip Conanicut Durfee Osborn Pocasset Seaconnet Board of Trade Providence Pawtucket Lonsdale Ashton Newisford Lowell Lawrence Boston

Rioting Fears Dampen After British Warship Arrival

A mail steamer arrived just in time to stem rioting as mobs tried to board the vessel. Soldiers were later deployed and a British man of war arrived, restoring order. The day brought talk of cabinet action on federal officials serving beyond commissions and possible appointments for Brooklyn posts. The President declined to decide until tomorrow’s cabinet meeting.

Brooklyn Theodore B. Willis Mike Daddy Blaine

England Must Act First on St James Court Vacancy

President Harrison delays nominating to the court of St James until Mr Pauncefote arrives to present credentials. The Salisbury delay is seen as affront to America, and Harrison insists on formal notice before filling the post. Colonel Washburn is sworn as minister to Switzerland and aims to depart soon.

England Harrison Court of St. James Pauncefote Salisbury Lord Sackville Cleveland Mr. Pauncefote Washington

Early adjournment hinted for Senate next week

Senator Sherman said President Harrison will be so far along with nominations that the Senate may adjourn next week. The special session is expected to end Thursday or Friday, making any legislative business unlikely before adjournment.

Senate Sherman Harrison

Justice Gray Engagement to Miss Matthews Admitted

The engagement of Justice Gray and Miss Jeannette Matthews has been formally admitted by both parties. A quiet wedding is expected soon due to Judge Matthews's health.

Justice Gray Jeannette Matthews

Oklahoma Proclamation Expected After Cabinet Meeting

The proclamation is pending issuance and may be announced after a Cabinet meeting. Officials say the matter is crowded by the rush of office seekers, with a statement anticipated tomorrow.

Oklahoma

Office seekers warned as Windom sets visiting hours

Secretary Windom announced in a posted notice that 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. is set for Senators and Representatives. Citizens seeking patronage should call 11:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and avoid after 1:00 p.m. to allow department business. Postmaster General Wanamaker requires post office clerks to start at 8:30 a.m. and work to 6:00 p.m. until arrears are cleared.

Windom Secretary of the Treasury House of Representatives Wanamaker

Dividing the Jesuit Fund Divides Quebec Catholic Leaders

In Monteal March 21 official word arrives from Rome on Pope Leo XIII's division of a 400000 settlement from the Quebec government for the Jesuits. Cardinal Taschereau reports the pope allocates 160000 to the Society of Jesus 100000 to Laval University 40000 to Laval Montreal 10000 to eight bishops and 20000 to the Latrador mission for education. The Jesuits accept the distribution noting all funds will advance education and glory of God.

Montecal Que Pope Leo Quebec Fabre Taschereau Society of Jesus University of Laval Qubec Montreal St. Hyacinthe Pontiac Sherbrooke Chicoutimi Rome

Warner's Safe Cure claimed to cure Bright's disease symptoms

Dr. Owen Rees argues Bright's disease causes watery blood that triggers convulsions dizziness and headaches. Warner's Safe Cure is said to remove the watery blood, restore brain function, and cure Bright's disease to prevent such cerebral symptoms.

Warner Owen Rees Bright

Marriages Reported in City Notices

Marriages listed include Cobb Stevens in this city on March 18 by Rev A J Patterson uniting Samuel T Cobb Jr and Hattie M Stevens. Page Huston in this city on March 19 by Rev R B Moody joining Marias H Page of Damaziscotta Maine to Ellen E Huston of Boston. Strickler Jewett in this city on March 20 by Rev L B Bates uniting Frank B Strickler to Ada Lewett.

Cobb—Stevens A. J. Patterson Samuel T. Cobb, Jr Hattie M. Stevens Page Huston R. B. Moody Marias H. Page Damaziscotta Ellen E. Huston Boston Stirckler—Jewett L. B. Bates Frank B. Strickler Ada Lewett

Obituary notices from Boston area in March list several deaths

In this city March 19 George Hubbard M D aged 80. At Wakefield March 19 Hosea L Day aged 53. In Worcester March 19 Charles Gassett 53. At Dorchester March 19 Annie W Penney 58. At Concord March 14 Almira Cook aged 62. At Kensington New Hampshire March 14 Lucy E Weare wife of Rev J E Brown. At South Boston March 15 Rebecca M Baker 56. In this city March 20 Mary A widow of William Blackwell 59. Elizab Elisabeth Louisa Flint wife of David Flint died March 20 in this city pneumonia funeral at 358 Commonwealth avenue Friday 12 o'clock flowers not to be sent.

George Hubbard M.D Penney Dorchester Annie Ww Frank L. Penney

Roxbury Man Gerald Griffin Injured In Horse Accident

Gerald Griffin of 364 Walnut Avenue Roxbury sustained a severe skull fracture after his horse reared and threw him Wednesday evening. He was not expected to survive the night but showed improvement by morning. he remains in critical condition with serious injuries feared. Griffin is a school board member and connected with Cassell & Co. publishing at 11 Franklin Street.

Gerald Griffin Walnut Avenue Roxbury Griffin Cassell & Co Franklin Street

Physician warns early Brights disease risks

William RosBerts M D physician at Manchester Infirmary and Lunatic Hospital and Owen's College argues that Brights disease often begins slowly. He urges using Warner's Safe Cure before kidney trouble becomes chronic or pronounced.

William RosBerts Manchester Eng.) Infirmary and Lunatic Hospital Owen’s College Bright Warner

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