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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 22, 1893

Page

2

Hoyt Play Delights New Hampshire Legislature in One Day

Special to the Post reports Charles Hoyt’s Temperance Town performed in White's Opera House for lawmakers in Coxcorp New Hampshire. The company arrived at 11 45, played at 1 00, then packed scenery for a 5 00 departure to Boston, where a second show followed at the Park Theatre. Hoyt spoke praising entertainment while noting his anti prison stance for liquor sales, and the feat of a full production traveling 148 miles for two performances in one day.

Coxcorp N. H Charles Hi. Hioyt Boston White Opera House Hoyt Mink Bingo Jones Ober Elsie Lombard Ruth Mr. Hoyt Vermont Park Theatre

Everetts bid for First Unitarian pastor rejected

Dr Willian Everett of Quincey failed to secure a pastorate at the First Unitarian Church meeting last evening. The private vote stood 80 for and 51 against with about ninety people present. The motion to trial Everett for twelve Sundays began April 2, while a parish committee referral failed. The church remains without a pastor amid mixed opinions.

Willian Everett Quincey First Unitarian Church A. Field Henry H. Faxon Everett Charles A. Foster

Genealogical tale traces Queen Emma of Hawaii lineage

In Provincetown Isaac B Young of Chatham recounts John Young of Truro sailing in 1779 as boatswain of the Elinor, his marriage to Kaanaha the chief’s daughter, rise to high office in Hawaii, and Queen Emma’s inheritance, noting Emma’s death and disputed heirs among natives.

Provincetown Isaac 3B. Young Chatham Joseph Young Queen Emma John Young Sandwich Islands Truro Cape Cod Elinor Hawaii Sanwich Islands Young Davis Kaanaha Kaanacha Kelimaiki Fanny Young Kekeleakaline Fanny Emma Honoludt Kamehameha PV

Harris Talks as His Fate Looms in New York Cell

Carlyle W Harris, awaiting execution at Sing Sing after his conviction, chats with reporters about the case and his hopes while declaring innocence. His mother vows to present new clemency evidence and says she will witness the execution with juror Mason's affidavit.

New York the Post Carlyle W. Harris Sam Governor Flower Sing Sing Harris Carl Mason Cottin

Flour Dust Explosion Destroys Keeler Mill Causing Death and Damages

A massive flour dust explosion at the Keeler flouring mill in Litcheseelp Illinois after a fire broke out. Millwright John Cowie was killed and several workers injured as the blaze leveled the mill and surrounding businesses. The elevator and 250000 bushels of wheat were destroyed, with losses near 1 million and fire damage felt in neighboring villages. Authorities investigated origin while insurance coverage stood at about 350000.

Litcheseelp Ill Keeler John Cowie Clyde Butler Gillespie Hillsboro V. Hoffman E.R. Eichelbroth Thomas Donahue Henry Steigle Levi Hussey Greenwald Andrew Duncan A. Neuber John Krauss Michael O’neil Smith

Three Hotel Dinners Highlight Local Club and Union Gatherings

The Kickers' Club hosted a complimentary dinner for Mr. F. C. Sovey at Tremont House with Hon. P. P. Collins presiding and a list of notable attendees. The Universalist Social Union held its fifth regular meeting at Thorndike with guests Reverends Beach and Blackford and Mr. Endicott of Chelsea. Evening High School teachers met at American House for a special dinner led by Mr. Benjamin Tenney with twenty six attendees.

Kickers’ Club F.C. Sovey Tremont House PP. A. Collins E. C. Hovey John M. Corcoran John H. Burke James Morgan James RE. Flynn Michael F. Curran J. P. Flynn James FE. Ryan John T. Nooran Matthew Tierney Samuel H. Hudson T. J. Barrett John McQuaid R. A. Stranahan John J. Collins Universalist Social Union Thorndike William H. Sherman David N. Beach Prospect Street Congregational Church Cambridge L. PB. Blackford Universalist Church Waltham Eugene F. Endicott Chelsea American House Benjamin Tenney Isaac F. Paul Frank M. Copeland Albert Poor

Agnes Ryan Burial After Albany Inquest

The body of Agnes Ryan was buried yesterday in Vernon Street after being brought home by her husband James Casey from Albany. The Catholic church reportedly refused services at Mt. Benedict due to a death by own action. An Albany inquest was pending, with theories of overdose or foul play being considered by the family who doubt poisoning and suggest a motive.

Agnes Ryan Casey James Casey Albany Vernon Street Mt. Benedict Father Dailey St. Francis de Sales Agnes Ryan

Bixby's summer hotel burns in Castleton blaze

Butiano Vermont March 21 fire destroys Bixby's summer hotel at Castleton with estimated losses of 1500 dollars and insured value of 1000 dollars.

Butiano

Law on gas pipe duties cited in Jamaica Plain case

A discussion on whether a gas company may be compelled to lay pipes for customers, including a Jamaica Plain organized company. The speaker urges fair, liberal treatment to lower gas costs and improve service. Concluding argument by Mr Babson set for Tuesday at 2 PM.

Mr. Babson McDonald Babson Jamaica Plain Bay State

Rhode Island Democrats Nominate State Ticket for Victory

Providence March 21 The Democratic State Convention elected a permanent committee and adopted platform and resolutions. The ticket includes Governor David S. Baker Jr North Kingston Lt Governor Dalton E Young Newport Secretary of State John J Neffernan Woonsocket Attorney General Clarence A Aldrich Providence General Treasurer John G Perry South Kingston. Baker urged unity and reform while pledging to repeal the Sherman Act and reduce tariffs. party supports working people and factory reform with a six to nine hour workday and female inspectors.

Providence Owen State Central Committee Samuel S. Iloney Newport Warwick David S. Baker, Jr North Kingston Dalton E. Young John J. Neffernan Woonsocket Clarence A. Aldrich John G. Perry South Kingston David 8. Baker, Jr Democratic Party Congress Jefferson Jackson Grover Cleveland West Rhode Island Page Lapham Rover Cleveland Oscar Lapham Charles H. Page Democratic Party of

Horticultural Show Opens with Notable Exhibits At Massachusetts Society

The Massachusetts Horticultural Society opened its spring exhibition yesterday noon and runs until Friday evening. The display features many flowers including hyacinths tulips azaleas and narcissus. Notable exhibitors include W Gilmore Nathaniel T Widder and the Bussey Institutions among others with extensive cut flower and vegetable showcases. A Japanese sign palm 125 years old is also on view in a glass case near the door.

Massachusetts Horticultural Society W. Gilmore Nathaniel T. Widder Bussey Institutions Rea Bros EF. &. Converse J. L. Gardner George M H H. Fauke Henry S. Rand EF. M. Gill E. G. Bridge Cgralvin Bros Joseph S. Fay Joseph Tailby J. Newman & Sons Peck & Sutherland George Sanderson Elmer Sanderson George F. Stone H.R. Kinney E. SS. Converse Winter Bros W. Houstis Walter Russell H. R. Kinney George N. Stone H. Terry W. Theustis & Son W. EB. Kendall F. B. Hayes

Face as proof of talent and Miss Soluso’s painting

A quoted exchange asserts talent is visible in a person’s face and claims one glance at Miss Soluso proves she paints. The remark reflects a direct, opinionated view on artistic ability and recognition through facial cues.

Miss Soluso

A Game At Cards And The Card Trust

The United States Printing Company of Cincinnati leads the national card trade, owning the Indianapolis firm after a clash over limits. The New York Consolidated Playing Card Company remains a business rival, while the National Playing Card Company of Indianapolis loses out and may exit. The three form a national card and fancy label trust, shaping the industry.

United States Printing Company Cincinnati National Playing Card Company of Indianapolis Cincinnati Company New York Consolidated Playing Card Company New York

The Lons Cotton Strike Stalemate Deepens

London March 21 The Federation of Master Cotton Spinners met to consider the Amal gamated Association of Operative Cotton Spinners offer to halt the strike for five months if wages are not reduced more than 214 percent. Masters demand a 5 percent cut and reject restoration. Settlement appears unlikely.

London Federation of Master Cotton Spinners Amalgamated Association of Operative Cotton Spinners

Vermont granite exhibit chosen for world fair Chicago

Barre Vermont March 21 The Vermont World's Fair commissioners have sent a large exhibit of granite marble and soapstone to the World's Fair and will dispatch another shipment April 10 FF 0 Cutler of Cutler Burnham granite dealers has been chosen manager of Vermont's granite exhibit at Chicago.

Leather shoe trust forms to control New England market

A leather manufacturers association emerges as leaders meet at Kidder Peabody. Thomas E. Proctor is said to be elected president as firms plan to buy small tanneries and stabilize prices, aiming to dictate output and prices across New England shoe makers while opposing the plan.

Leather Trust New England Kidder, Peabody & Co.’s Thomas E. Proctor New York Boston Comine Combine T. E. Proctor & Co James RK. Plumb

Senate Caucus Reorganizes Senate Officers Amid Patronage Debate

Democrats in the Senate caucus discussed reorganization of elective officers on March 21, nominating William B. Cox of North Carolina for Secretary and Richard J. Bright of Indiana for Sergeant at Arms, with plans to parcel patronage via the party caucus. Adjournment timing remains uncertain, with Republicans predicting a renewed caucus and campaign strategy.

Washington Senate Messrs Dpeffer Kyle Allen William B. Cox North Carolina Richard J. Bright Indiana W. H. Milburn House of Representatives Montana Wyoming Democratic Committee Nopinees

Free Lecture At Wen dell Phillips Union Tonight

A free lecture will be held at the Wen dell Phillips Union at 812 Washington Street this evening at 7 45 o clock. The subject is Portents of a Labor War in America.

Wendell Phillips Union Washington Street Almerica Massachiusepys IASOL Wilbur W H. Smitie Boston

City Messenger Alvah Peters Marks 25 Years of Service

Alvah H Peters entered the City Hall messenger department as assistant in 1872 and was unanimously elected city messenger in 1872. He has been re elected by the City Council every year since. He has served under eleven Mayors, seventeen Aldermen chairmen, and twenty Common Council presidents, with his duties expanding over time.

Alvah H. Peters City Messenger City Hall Board of Aldermen

Chinamen Defy Geary Law Registration Push in Chinatown

In Boston and western Massachusetts many Chinese residents resist the Geary act requirements. Only seven had fulfilled the law by yesterday. Protesters claim equal rights, denounce the act as unjust, and plan to challenge its constitutionality in federal court with San Francisco lawyer Rionin.

Boston Chinatown United States Rionin San Francisco Tey Federal Building

Dr. Dewey offers two weeks free treatment for catarrh

Dr. Dewey, at 40 Tennyson Street near Columbus Avenue by Providence depot, invites all to test his new catarrh cure. He claims to treat lung troubles rheumatism and dyspepsia after others fail and says his personalized blood medicines are unequaled.

Dewey Tennyson Street Columbus Avenue Providence Depot

New Toilet Washstand At Paine's On Canal Street

A new star in the furniture firmament appears at Paine's 45 Canal street a toilet washstand combining toilet table wash stand and French dressing cabinet. It is described as ingenious and desirable with an extremely low price.

Paine’s Canal Street

Boston Primary Union Announces Weeky Saturday Meetings

The Boston Primary Union will relocate from Tremont Temple to Wesleyan Hall at 36 Bromfield Street. Meetings for Sunday school teachers will continue Saturdays at 2 o'clock to study the International and Blakeslee lessons until further notice.

Boston Chapel Hall Tremont Temple Wesleyan Hall Bromfield Streets

Hood's Sarsaparilla Promised Eye and Nose Relief

A parent recalls a boy who fell from a high chair injuring his nose and inflaming his eyes. After various medicines failed, the family tried Hood's Sarsaparilla and observed improvement, crediting it with possible recovery.

Ile Hood

Divorce Trial Over Hair Pulling Allegations

Annie Sutton testified before Judge McKim that her husband John beat and dragged her by the hair, pulling it out in handfuls, and she produced a brown pasteboard box containing her own hair as proof. John denied the allegations, insisting he had never abused her.

Annie Sutton Ilory Annie John Joln

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