Special contracts for summer steam power supply
Special contracts will be made for furnishing steam for power purposes in any quantities during the summer season.
25 Mar 1889
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1889
Page
1
Special contracts will be made for furnishing steam for power purposes in any quantities during the summer season.
The firm asserts a trademark on M A C I N T O S H registered in Washington and exclusive Boston agency rights. They claim steam vulcanized seams, sewn and cemented construction, impervious to heat and cold, lasting softness and durability, and notably low prices from 5 to 18 dollars versus historical 15 to 40 dollars.
For twenty four hours the forecast shows fair skies in New England and eastern New York with steady temperatures followed by a slight cool down as southwesterly winds develop.
Shipping news lists numerous steamers and ocean-going ships arriving or sailing between March 22 and March 28 from ports including Antwerp Liverpool New York Boston Havre London Singapore and more. Names include Mareca Pasatne Duusarachen Waegland Cristobal Colon Ocean Polynesia Etruria and Umbria among others with origins such as New York Boston Liverpool and Philadelphia.
In City pages outline memorial actions for Sidney Bartlett and Gerald Griffin. Features on Reverend leaders debating public schools policy, constitutional prohibition, and temperance. Also notes on Nahant Club, Rabbi Schindler reply, and a ship bringing Nova Scotia fishermen. Obituaries include Captain George F Gould and Annie Burns of Somerville.
Fire department responds to four incendiary blazes across multiple sites on March 24. Sash and blind shop on Railroad Avenue burned with $2500 loss, carpenter shop on John Street damaged, Willard Street barracks partially destroyed, and Ogden Street double house owned by Patrick Taite with $1500 loss. Additional fires reported in Lynn and St Paul with varying damages.
Shipping news lists arriving steamers Galileo Hull Runie and Umbria from New York to Liverpool and Holyhead with Bonagista and P K Loxpoyx. Alaska Aurania sail for New York with Bostonian Norseman and Venetian listed on crossings. Erin reaches New York from London as of March 20.
In London March 24 the Pigott letters trigger cross fire between Mr. Lewis and Attorney General Webster. Lewis says two Pigott letters to Soames were withheld by Times lawyers and that neither Parnellite counsel nor solicitor knew of them before Pigott fled. Webster says he handed the letters to Sir Charles Russell but will check shorthand notes. he contends the letters would not have forced Pigott’s withdrawal and Russell chose not to read them until Pigott testified.
London reports Mr. John Bright suffered a severe relapse with a fit of shivering. A doctor remains in constant attendance and monitors his condition.
South Coventry contractor John J. Franklin has vanished since March 15. A Windsor Locks despatch claimed he was safe and returning soon, followed by a Pawtucket note signed Franklin alleging his return. His brother Charles doubts the handwriting and notes no evidence of Franklin in Pawtucket. Friends fear the messages aim to quiet the search.
Ottawa reports President Harrison’s proclamation declaring Behring’s Sea closed. Canadian ministers refuse interviews as the Cleveland administration and British government had reportedly negotiated for two years over compensation for the seizure of three British sealing vessels in Behring’s Sea.
In Vienna on March 24 Empress Elizabeth, aimed at Wiesbaden for health, is too weak to travel and the plan is postponed. In Pesth authorities impose unusual precautions for Herr von Tisza with sixteen mounted guards when he goes out.
The Cologne Gazette reports no criminal or civil procedure applies to Klein in America. Germany must present evidence against him before the tribunal in Apia, with the American consul involved. Upon consul Steubel's arrival, Germany will demand satisfaction from Mataafa.
Berlin March 24. A Colonial Society meeting heard Prince Hohenlohe statthalter of Alsace-Lorraine address East Africa unrest blaming unlimited arms imports. He urged powers to unite to curb the source of trouble affecting all.
Errary March 24. The new penal bill, briefer than the anti Socialist law it replaces, removes the distinction for Social Democrats, tightens penalties for political crimes and insults to the sovereign, ends permanent police expulsions, and allows expulsion after trial for attacks on state basics and monarchy. It also authorizes permanent interdiction of periodicals.
Report states a bill concerning offences against the law and the dissolution of societies will be discussed secretly by the Bundsrat and then submitted to the Reichstag before Easter.
Berlin reports Count Herbert Bismarck will seek harmony between England and Germany on Samoa and Africa. He hopes to reach understanding with Lord Salisbury on the Samoan question and an East West Africa accord. Post notes Samoa conference may be delayed to May. Reprimand of Dr Knappe also sparked comment as Herzog’s dispatch pushed reprisals against rebels.
A committee of the lower house of the Rigsdad advised ratifying the Denmark United States convention to arbitrate Butterfield's compensation claim for vessels lost near St Thomas years ago. It remains doubtful if court arbitration will be needed.
Paris March 24 The Alsace Lorraine Society in Paris met on Saturday to decide a banquet for M Antoine but clash over his political stance led to a decision not to host. De Lonlay and Richard dueled with De Lonlay slightly wounded. General Boulanger fainted at Café Durand but recovered.
Albert Lindstrom shot his sweetheart Emily Schenckle at the Scandinavian boarding house 7 Elizabeth street then killed himself with an American bulldog revolver. Lindstrom had sent funds to bring her from Sweden and the couple had planned marriage which never occurred. The incident left Schenckle wounded and Lindstrom dead.
Lucy Parsons spoke at the eighteenth anniversary celebration in Cuiiac o. About 2500 attended as she urged revolution whether peaceful or bloody. She said her life goal is to make rebels, and an anarchist named Cook praised hanging of anarchists, prompting a motion for reporters to note the remark.
The late associate justice of the Supreme Court, Stanley Matthews, will not be taken to Glendale. The body is moved to Baltimore and Ohio rails at Spring Grove station and will be taken to Spring Grove cemetery chapel for an 11 oclock Tuesday funeral officiated by Rev. Dr. Price of Glendale. In Springfield Ohio friends urge General J W Warren Kifer as Matthews successor with backing from John Sherman Sam Shelbarger Charley Foster and General Sherman.
Ex President Cleveland and party including ex secretaries Bayard Vilas and Dickinson arrived in Havana at 7 30 am welcomed on the wharf by the American consul and other gentlemen. They went to the Hotel Pasapo where an aide of the Governor General greeted them. Cleveland declined the Governor General's invitation to reside at the mansion during the visit.
Canadian cabinet returns to license renewal for American fishermen under a 1818 treaty framework. The move, seen as a concession after the US Senate rejected the earlier accord, prompts criticism from merchants and politicians who call for a more dignified Canadian stance. Montreal reports note government insiders hint that renewed talks may yield broader access, with licenses valid through December 31, 1889.
The Paine Cedar Chest is priced at 13 dollars after a drop from 16 dollars and has a several hundred stock supply. It features selected cedar with aromatic wood, panelled sides and top, iron handles, stout casters, and 16 cubic feet storage capacity.
In Provence Rhode Island on March 24 a General Assembly vote for a U S Senator to replace Jonathan Chace is described as a still hunt. Ex Governor Wetmore and Senator N F Dixon are the main contenders with several dark horses in the field. Wetmore claim 52 votes but likely fewer. Dixon backers claim 35 or 36 and aim to settle by Friday. If no clear winner emerges, machine men may shift. Democrats plan to cast 16 ballots for Wetmore in the end.
The sixth American chess congress begins at Union Hall New York with a prize list led by 1000 for first. International stars from Britain France Vienna and Russia join strong American players as Captain Mackenzie and Steinitz are uncertain entries.
In Fall River on March 24 Reverend John Brown preached at Westminster Presbyterian Church condemning manufacturers for denying workers a hearing. Interest grows over mill conditions with a mass meeting planned tomorrow as strikers vow no break in the strike and expect many to return to work.
W A Radford reports from Wicarra Kansas that Lieutenant Carson, active in rounding up the boomers, has moved to the southern region and will enforce the law with severity. Radford warns the public to stay out of the area as he calls the situation critical.
Captain George F. Goold of Division 8 died at his home 8 Bower Street Boston Highlands yesterday afternoon. Born September 7, 1829 in Boston he joined the police on December 2, 1868 rising to sergeant lieutenant and captain. He served in the Tenth Massachusetts Battery and held posts with several fraternal organizations. He leaves a widow two sons in California and two daughters. The Boston Police Relief Association will hold a meeting at 2 o'clock today to take action.
Edwin Gage aged 58 of Haverhill wealthy retired manufacturer died yesterday born in Pelham New Hampshire he joined shoe firms then retired in 1888 and spent winters South he served in the State Legislature in 1880 81 he leaves a widow and one daughter John W Moore 82 former publisher died in Manchester New Hampshire after a long career in printing music publishing and postmaster duties he leaves two daughters The Hon John Scott president and receiver of the Alleghany Valley Railroad died in Pittsburgh pneumonia aged sixty nine once led major rail and steel interests including the Edgar Thomson Steel Company He had earlier led the Pittsburg Virginia and Charleston Railroad and served as a Pennsylvania Railroad director
While traveling on Commonwealth avenue near Park bridge Daniel F Goulding his wife son and Miss Annie Burns of Somerville were thrown when a frightened horse ran away Mrs Goulding sustained slight injuries Miss Burns endured internal injuries and died at City Hospital at 5 10 P M after suffering brain concussion
A sparsely attended event at the Academy of Music in New York raised funds for the Confederate Home. Colonel Robert G. Ingersoll did not attend.
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