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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1886

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The Lansdowne Steamer Heads for Canadian Fishery Duty

The Lansdowne, a 700 ton Canadian steamer, fitted with two six pounders, readies for a coastal gunning expedition. Captain Scott, chosen as Lord High Admiral, will command from the Lansdowne as the vessel patrolling for Yankee fishermen with strict treaty enforcement under the 1818 provisions. The craft, built after the loss of the Princess Louise, carries 33 souls, sails at nine knots, and features birch and spruce construction with copper fastenings and iron plating.

Canada Lansdowne Department of Fisheries United States Post Ottawa Wes Boutwell United States Senate Great Britain Princess Louise Bay of Fandy Landsdowne Jotham O’brien Maccan N. 5 St. John Treva Dominion of Canada Bay of Fundy Scott Greenock C. T. Dakin Digby N.S Mr. Dakin Merchant Marine Glendon J. B. Hill John Callaghan Thomas Bennett James E. Morris George Ross John Ross P. A. Scott RK. N Kent Hug Her Majesty’s Basilisk North Sea Holland Mediterranean England South Pole Barham James Ross Ward Hobart Town Australia Owen North America Marine Department Canadian Fishery Protection Board of Examiners of Masters and Mates

Agreement Talks On Metropolitan Rail. No Definite Plan

Metropolitan President Richards and the Knights of Labor committee held another morning conference yet reached no firm agreement. Talks are cordial, concessions scarce, secrecy urged, with a next meeting planned today as both sides seek amicable settlement.

Gloucester Fishermen Visit for Supplies and Bait

The British provincial fishermen visit Gloucester to outfit for Western banks. The article notes U S bait duties zero for fresh bait, Maine supplies 10 000 barrels of clams yearly, and Newfoundland fishermen seeking markets. It cites treaty history, repeal of non intercourse laws, and General Jackson's 1830 proclamation linking bait trade to liberty.

Peral Gloucester United States Maine Newfoundland Wackerel Canada Lord Salisbury Jackson

Death of Dr. John K. Kane in Summit New Jersey

Dr John K Kane of Wilmington died at 11 50 this morning at his cousin Col A Mariis residence in Summit N J of erysipelas after a weeklong visit to his daughter His widow is the eldest daughter of the late Hon James A Bayard and sister of Secretary of State Thomas F Bayard Kane born December 18 1833 in Philadelphia He was a noted Wilmington physician and surgeon son of the late Judge John K Kay of Philadelphia He studied at Jefferson Medical College and Paris and settled in Wilmington in 1858 His brothers included General Thomas L Kane and Elisha Kent Kane The expedition to the Arctic in 1856 included him as surgeon He leaves a widow four daughters two sons and a Philadelphia lawyer brother Robert Patterson Kane The article lauds his personal charm and professional skill.

ViMixaros Del John K A. Marii Summit N. J Eissipelas James A. Bayard Thomas F. Bayard Dr.Kane Philadelphia Wilmington John K. Kaye Board of Commissioners France Pennsylvania Unite American Philosophical Society Kane Jefferson Medical College Paris Thomas L. Kane Elisha Kent Kane Jono K. Kane Nothern Seas Greenland Robert Patterson Kane

Motives of Senate debated in special to the Port

The piece notes various Senate actions including Logan's resolution to consider nominations openly, a conference on the deficiency bill, and an army efficiency bill. It also lists several pension bills and House measures by New England members, plus a shipping committee vote favoring a free ship bill and calls for labor and agriculture department consideration.

Washington Senate Logan Edmunds Colquitt Georgia Jackson Tennessee Blair New Hampshire Ann Elizabeth Davis Philander C. White New Hampshire Volunteers Dawes Massachusetts New England Davis William E. Thomas Fall River Lovering Commissioner of Labor District of Columbia Isber Stone Maria E. A. B Nowell Hayden Arthur F. Currier Massachusetts Volunteers Infantry Gassignger James Anderton Hancock House Committee On Shipping Today Dunn

Alderman Jaehne Surrendered by Uis Bondsmen in Bribery Case

New York March 22 Alderman Jaehne was arraigned in General Sessions, pleaded not guilty to bribery, then withdrew plea with judge giving until Wednesday to replead. Bondsman’s surrender raised bail debate, judge set bail at $15,000. Indictment cites two counts of bribery from 10 years ago with possible penalties up to ten years and $500 fine or up to three years or $5000.

Jaehne Uis New York Court of General Sessions Gildersleeve Jacbne S Ofice Tombs Jackne

Turnbull telephone clash looms over patent clash

SPECIAL TO THE POST Washington March 22 Major William Chase Barney moves to prove Turnbull telephone infringes an existing molecular telephone patent. He plans a press warning to investors while Turnbull owners market stock in blocks to prevent control by a single clique. The rival stance foreshadows a lively dispute over monopoly and innovation.

Washington Turnbull Telephone Willard’s Post William Chase Barney Barney Turnbull Instrument Bell Company Molecular Telephone

Ground broken for new Boston and Providence depot in Stoughton

Ground was broken for a new passenger station facing Wyman street on the Pitcher estate. The Boston and Providence railroad recently acquired the Pitcher property and Dr Tucker's nearby land. The depot will stand about 300 feet from the current station, which was moved yesterday prior to construction. A substantial brick and stone edifice is planned.

Stoughton Boston and Providence Railroad Wyman Street Pitcher Estate

Pullen Lectures in Lexington on New Mexican Life

Hon. Mr. Pullen spoke to a crowded Lexington audience on his native curiosities and adventures in New Mexican life. Rev. Mr. Porter presided. Indian scholar Frank H. Cushing, escort of the Zuni chiefs, also spoke. His next lecture at Tremont Temple will feature stereopticon views of Mexican lassos, cowboys, whips, and more.

Lexington Mass Pullen Porter Frank H. Cushing Tremont Temple

Booming the Parnell Fund in Newburyport

Revy A J Teeling has collected sixty five donations to the five dollar Parnell parliamentary fund. Subscribers are chiefly Protestants and include Mayor Dame, Representatives Moseley and Felch, city officials and many prominent business men.

Newburyport Revy A. J. Teeling Dame Moseley and Felch

Colquitt and Jackson Clash Over Prerogative in Senate

In Washington on March 22 Colquitt opposed the majority judiciary committee report, arguing impeachment aims are political and the President’s removal power rests with the executive. Jackson followed, asserting removals lie with the President and congressional acts encroach on executive power, citing precedent from Washington to Marshall. The session moved to executive time, then adjourned.

Washington Colquitt Senate Judiciary Committee Clay Calhoun Webster House of Representatives Committee of Commerce of the Senate Port of New York Sherman Department Jackson Congress Hoar North American Review Vermont Edmunds Jefferson Supreme Court Judiciary Legislative Department Marshall Aaron Burr Abie

Contributions to the $5 Irish Parliament Fund Grow

Suburban donors plus Boston sympathizers push contributions to the $5 Irish Parliament Fund. Father Teeling and Father Quan send substantial sums, with a Boston list totaling 125 dollars. The committee now holds 3095 dollars as business leaders prepare a Merona meeting and Worcester demonstration draws support from Senator Hoar ex Governor Rice and others.

Father Teeling Newburyport Father Quan Webster O’ Brien Boston Edward Habich Cedar Street Edward Ruhl D. M. Lenigan Linwood Square P. Henry McCormick Bumstead Lane Edward J. McCormick Lambert Street George F. Flanagan Creighton House J. T. Hackett Regent Street Owen Hart Elmwood Place Timothy Murphy James Farrel Thacher Street Patrick J. Lally Quincy Street Roxbury C. J. Kidney Haymarket Square K. F. Galligan Warren Street James H. Finn Dudley Street K. B. Emerson Dover Albany Streets K. J. Carroll River Street John KE. Galvin Washington Street Edward J. Flynn P.laughlin Court Street Patrick Troy Everett Street Patrick Reagan Malden Street John Kelley Bunker Hill Street William Claflin Summer Street M. T. Clark Shawmut Avenue Dover Street Merona Worcester Senator Hoar Rice

Patterson's Pet School Law Talk in Granite State

Keene New Hampshire discusses the new state school law proposed by James W. Patterson. The article critiques the change from district to town union systems, notes prior acts like the Somersworth and Concord acts, and presents varied local opinions from Keene officials. It highlights questions of necessity, cost, centralization, and the potential impact on local school governance.

Stowers Seen Near Dedham in Agnes Long Case

Special to the Post from Dedham reports a man resembling George Stowers, the Agnes Long murder suspect, appeared near West Dedham Tuesday morning bound for the north. John Fisher, a broom manufacturer, identified the visitor as Stowers, noting the suspect behaved suspiciously, looked tired, and asked for coffee. Detectives in Attleboro and state police follow leads as Mrs. Stowers recovers, but no arrest is made.

Dedham George &. Stowers Agnes Long West Dedham John Fisher Stowers Meafield Mr. Fisher Attleboro Wrentham Medfield Dragan Maine Masa

Polo Players A Singing Match At Boston Rink

An audience at Winslow's rink saw a Boston and Somerville polo exhibition with dramatic play and rough contact. The match featured goals by Orr, Taylor, and Conners, plus a winning late goal by Waterhouse, amid injuries, fouls, and a festive crowd.

Abraham Schwab Charged With Jordan Marsh Frauds

Abraham A Schwab of Schwab Bros 41 Green Street was arrested for colluding with John H Hewes a buyer for Jordan Marsh Co to defraud the New York firm of 16558 dollars This is one of several cases under investigation and more arrests are expected This has caused a commotion in the dry goods trade as Jordan Marsh has refused to pay 250000 dollars in unsettled bills tied to these invoices and will pursue restitution from Hewes accomplices

New York Abraham A. Schwab Schwab Bros Green Street John H. Hewes Boston Jordan, Marsh & Co Hewes

Death by suicide at Adams House Beverly Sunday night

J J Parmenter, about forty, employed by Star Automatic Sprinkler Co, killed himself at Adams House on Railroad Avenue Beverly Sunday night. He was found about 9 am lying across the bed with a razor wound, a bloodied wash basin on the floor. Identification came from a handkerchief marked Parmenter. Cause deemed probably insanity. residence listed as Boston.

Beverly Adams House Railroad Avenue Star Automatic Sprinkler Company Parmenter J. J. Parmenter Tne Boston

Purimbal masque by YMHA at Odd Fellows Hall

The Young Men's Hebrew Association held its fourth annual Purimbal masque at Odd Fellows Hall last evening. About 409 couples attended as the carnival march opened the event led by grand marshal H. L. Fishel. Reception committee members included J. Cohen, A. L. Spitz, H. Grossman, M. S. Kuhns, and R. Weiner, with floor committee members listed as A. L. Fishel, J. Levy, J. M. Spitz, W. V. Fishel, J. R. Morse, H. Phillips, B. M. Wolf, J. Wolfsohn, and J. Ehrenreich.

Young Men’s Hebrew Association Odd Fellows’ Hall H. L. Fishel J.cohen A. L. Spitz H. Grossman M.S. Kuhns R. Weiner A. L. Fishel J. Levy J. M. Spitz W. V. Fishel J. R. Morse H. Phillips B. M. Wolf J. Wolfsohn J. Ehrenreich

Heating Hero Sent

Catherine A Firun a 55 year old married woman of 505 East Sixth street was severely burned on arms and chest after setting a lamp on a hot stove while testing a lamp yesterday afternoon.

Catherine A. Firun East Sixth Street

Angostura Bitters Claim of Quick Digestive Relief

Classic advertisement asserts immediate relief and cure for dyspepsia diarrhea colic and indigestion. Promotes Angostura Bitters as the only genuine product manufactured by Dr J B Siegert and Sons with strong-brand emphasis.

Siegert & Sons

Casey Young Testimony in Hegard Case on Government Suit

The telephone investigation committee heard Casey Young testify that he advised Van Benthuysen to sue in the government's name if required. Garland, representing a telephone firm, refused to discuss the matter, citing his role. Van Benthuysen planned to consult the White House and sent a letter to the President. The interview lasted about five minutes and the committee adjourned to Wednesday noon for further examination of correspondence.

Washington Casey Young Telephone Investigation Committee van Benthuysen Garland Oring Suit van Senthuysen White House Itness St. Louis Thern

Bellows Falls Officer In Critical Condition After Assault

Officer Walker lies critically ill with typhoid fever and injuries after deputy sheriff John Walker went to aid a divorce case at Charles Jennings farm in Walpole. Jennings, intoxicated, struck Walker with an axe and choked him before fleeing to Vermont and later capture near Dummerston. He is held in $5000 bond. Authorities now fear a murder attempt rather than a simple injury.

Bellows Falls Walker John 8. Walker Alstead Charles A. Jennings Walpole Jennings Vermont Dummerston Ioeks

Military festival set for New Bedford welcomes First Infantry units

New Bedford on March 22 plans a military festival with Companies H Chelsea L East Boston M Fall River of the First Infantry arriving by special train around 8 p m. Col A C Wellington and staff lead the units to be met at the depot by Company E and the High School Cadets and escorted to the Adelphi skating rink for the event.

New Bedford Chelsea East Boston Fall River A. C. Wellington Adelphi

Tunnel Disaster Buries Twenty At Pottsville Ore Mine

At Horseshoe curve in the Pottsville and Mahanoy railroad tunnel a rock fall buried about twenty workers, mostly Italians. James W. Wright and an Italian known as Number 5 were killed. Samuel Backus Lew Ruber John Coller and a steam driller were seriously injured, with three likely fatally wounded. Dozen others suffered scalp and flesh wounds.

Pottsville Penn Pottsville and Mahanoy Horseshoe Curve James W. Wright Samuel Backus Lew Ruber John Coller

Robbery on Dorchester Avenue Reported by Edward Vickers

Edward J. Vickers of 216 Neponset Avenue reported at Station 4 that on his way to Vid Colony depot last evening he was knocked down on Dorchester Avenue near the Federal Street bridge by two young men and robbed of his watch and 15 dollars. He could give no description of the attackers.

Edward J. Vickers Neponset Avenue Station 4 Vid Colony Dorchester Avenue Federal Street Bridge Vickers

Men to Discuss Matters at Tonight Meeting on Charles River Road

A shift to half hour car intervals replaces quarter hour service from Bowdoin and Union squares after a dispute with the Knights of Labor. President Raymond reports crews reduced and layoffs at Bay street, with pay reviews and wage demands debated. An employee meeting is planned and Cambridge Road price talks are anticipated.

Charles River Horse Railroad Knights of Labor Bowdoin Union Squares Harvard Square Union Square Raymond Bay Street Charles River Road Charies River Gay Street Green Street

Opinions of Arbitrators to Be Had by Labor and Manufacturing Committees

Brockton March 22 The executive boards of labor and manufacturers adjourned the meeting at Hotel Belmont with little business. The finishers case dominated talk as they seek arbitrators opinion, with the secretary ordered to obtain it. The arbitrators stated they will not interfere with workmen or manufacturers rights unless conflicting with the price list of 80 and 95 cents for finishing grades. The finishers allege unfair treatment and resistance by some factories to pay the set prices for forty two associated factories. The executive committee will reconvene once the secretary reports the arbitrators latest reply.

Pitrsburg Penn Scott Haven Irwin Baltimore and Ohio Pittsburg McKeesport Yougheogheny New Bedford Mass Knights of Labor State Board of Arbitration Potomska Wamsutta Knights Fourth District Brockton Labor and Manufacturers’ Committees Hotel Belmont A. Hk Wade T L. McLoughlin Oney

Armory Dedication Event of Roxbury City Guards Observed

The Roxbury City Guards celebrated the 102d anniversary and the new armory at 67 Warren Street with a promenade concert and dancing into the early hours. Edmonds's orchestra provided music as Captain Gardner and a long list of officers and privates supervised arrangements and floor management.

Roxbury L.C. McKinnon Bb. F. Bradiee C. P. Blinn J.S. Keenan G. Homer Green J. A. Hunneman Frank H. Mudge W.H. Partridge J. 5. Waterman B. &, Woods

Miss C M Post Hosts Saturday German at Berkeley Hall

About fifty couples attended the evening event with Miss C M Post in charge. The dance featured R B Callender as leader and H H Mansfield with Lester Leland assisting, while the Baldwin Cadet band supplied the music.

C. M. Post Berkeley Hall R. B. Callender H. H. Mansfield Lester Leland Baldwin Cadet Band

Gladstone plan rumored for Irish land reform and home rule

London March 22 report says Gladstone favors a commission to value Irish land for government purchase with consols as payment. Ireland would owe the empire over fifty years, with tenants subletting and a sinking fund to liquidate interest and principal, implying a pathway to home rule.

London Gladstone Ireland Government of

Gendarmes and Strikers Engage in Disorganized Belgian Riots

BRUSSELS March 22. Gendarmes and strikers in Seraing fight and fire upon each other with many wounded. Liege reports no disorders today though anarchist riots in Jemeppe Tilleur Seraing damaged property. Troops clash with anarchists in Liege, heavy injuries reported. six hundred regulars deployed to guard the disturbed district.

Scratme Brussels Seraing Liege Jemeppe Tilleur Belgium

Emperor William Eighty Ninth Birthday Celebrated in Berlin

Berlin observes Emperor William II's eighty ninth birthday with tableaux vivants at the Royal Opera House, a papal telegram of congratulations, and crowds along illuminated city streets. The Crown Prince hosts a banquet and soiree as foreign rulers send well wishes. London notes Irish Defence Union views and emigration figures. Other reports include Ireland and a newly found oil field in Upper Egypt.

Berlin William Liszt St. Elizabeth Royal Opera House Lonnpdon Irish Defence Union Gladstone Union Ireland Dvublin

Saloon shooting in Fall River leaves Thomas Lunn fatally wounded

Fall River Massachusetts report says Thomas F. Lunn, drinking, entered a saloon at Twelfth and Pleasant, fought with proprietor Robert Watts who fired twice, striking Lunn near the right shoulder. Lunn likely fatally wounded. Watts arrested and held.

Fall River Mass Thomas F. Lunn Robert Watts Twelfth Pleasant Streets Lunne Watts Lunn

Reading railroad plan finalized for signature by trustees

Philadelphia March 22 Reading railroad reconstruction trustees held another meeting this afternoon. The plan of reorganization was fully completed and a parlament copy will be sent to the members for their signature, which all who voted in its favor will give. A few changes were made in phraseology but no alterations to terms.

Shermal Tex Douglass Denison Knights of Labor Big Springs Texas and Pacific Railroad Lynn Wiliam H. Brown Peabody Victoria Newburyport Massachusetts Institute of Technology Joseph D. Weeks Philadelphia Reading Railroad Reconstruction Trustees

Local break in at KE 8 grocery store on Hampton street

The KE 8 grocery store near Washington corner was burglarized last Sunday with $20 in change and stamps taken from the money drawer. Edward Wing of 150 Merrimac street broke his leg yesterday evening and was hospitalized. Station 4 ambulance and officers raided gambling rooms at 24 Hanover street, seizing a table, cards, chips, and related items valued at $25.

Johnson Hampton Street Washington Edward Wing Merrimac Street Butters and Foster Burrill, Bates and Murray Hanover Street

No news of Grace Whitcomb from Jackson to Boston School

Grace K. Whitcomb left Jackson Michigan for the Boston School of Oratory. Rev F B Allen of Trinity Church said he had no knowledge of any notice to Postmaster General Vilas and acted only on Jackson friends who are interested in her.

Grace K. Whitcomb Jackson, Mich F. B. Allen Trinity Church Boston School of Oratory Allen Vilas Jackson

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