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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1888
Page
8
Mrs Lucy Parsons widow of Albert Parsons arrives in Boston for a short stay. The event marks her first Boston appearance at Codman Hall where she criticizes Joseph Cook and Illinois justice, praises abolitionists, and defends executed Chicago anarchists. She profiles physically and speaks of liberty and anti law.
The article lists Dr. Franke of Harvard and Mr. Cohn of the Prench department as already ordered to join regiments in case of war. It also details Japan envoy Kui’s roles, and recalls missionary bishop Dr. George Kelly Dunlap's Irish origins and long church career. It references presidents and their fathers' occupations, noting farmers' sons often produced presidents. Jane W Morier, a North Stonington native aged about 90, lives in a small house with a large fortune from a 21 deposit in Norwich Savings Bank made at age 21, the balance growing through accumulated interest.
Residents of Portland Maine report heavy fear as a mysterious illness described as ee whudh haas appeared in the nearby village of unberigud. Authorities enforce strict quarantine rules to prevent spread and protect public health.
Obituary notes the death of former New York Governor John T Hoffman from heart disease in Wiesbaden. Born January 16, 1828 in Sing Sing, he rose from attorney to recorder, mayor, then governor. A Democrat active since youth, his tenure saw Tammany backlash and Tweed-era controversy, followed by a quiet later life and a 1854 marriage to Henry Starkweather's daughter.
The Rev. George Gordon preached at Harvard College Chapel linking Jacob's crossing of the Jordan to Christian life. He argued true Christianity seeks God for greatness and perfection, noting prosperity comes from God and honoring Him amidst modern storms. He urged that all good derives from the divine, shaping respect for Christian achievements.
Colonel Samuel Oliver of Salem died at age 60 from bronchitis. A Harvard 1849 AB, he organized Company 1, Sixth Regiment MV M, and served as captain and later lieutenant colonel and colonel by brevet. He fought at Santi Mountain and Antietam, was injured, earned a later degree, and is survived by his wife and two sons.
The notice reports the death of Hon. Edwin Noyes of Waterville Maine former Maine Central superintendent aged 72. It also notes John Rollin Tilton landscape painter died in Rome aged 55, George A Taylor Boston Chamber of Commerce member died at 10 AM Friday, Colonel Thomas McIntosh president of the Council Bluffs St Louis railroad died in St Louis, Judge T Alexander former Louisville circuit judge died in St Paul aged 60.
Professor Levy delivered readings at Steinert Hall discussing the death of the German Emperor and the succession, the Wilson case appeal, General Boulanger's political status, and praised works by Jeanne Mariet and Lemercier de Neuville. He previewed Coquelin’s Le Député de Pompignan for next week.
A music critic discusses Schumann movements Gade Noveletten and Singer Symphonie Fantaisie as three distinct symphonies with varied character. The reviewer notes orchestral excellence, praises Gade, questions Singer's departure from tradition, and mentions a storm delaying the next concert to April 7 with performances by Hollings and other soloists.
Notes deny any coordinated Beverly Farms estate sales. say offers are individual acts. Boston death toll last week reached 182 with six violent deaths. Daniel Hurley, Boston Theatre treasurer, suffered an epileptic seizure at the box office and was taken home. Captain George H. Mackenzie to visit Boston Chess Club the week of March 28 for exhibitions and games. June 17 Charlestown celebration committees named for features, finance, and logistics. Private view of the Battle of Bunker Hill cyclorama held for Bunker Hill Monument Association and St Botolph Club members. New England Woman's Press Association to meet at No 3 Park Street. J F Dutton lecture on Wordsworth at Young Men's Christian Union.
The Harvard Athletic Association held its third winter meeting with a small crowd. Penny Packer set a shot put mark of 39 feet 1 534 inches, surpassing his prior best. Winners included Henderson in the horizontal bar, Bell in running high jump, Curry in rope climb, Hale in running high kick, Pillsbury and Hail in flying rings, Barney and Henderson in tumbling, H. Lee in Indian club exercises, and G. L. Barney winning the overall prize. Seniors won the tug of war against sophomores by 4 4 inches.
Bryant of Wollaston argues the tariff bill will help boot and shoe makers by including four free list items: lumber linen dressed tan copper ore and sheep skins. He notes the district ships 200000 to 800000 cases annually and warns box boards are scarce as pine supplies dwindle.
The Boston Athletic Club committee reports progress on the clubhouse with hopes of opening to members in September or October. Roads authorized at the last meeting are being laid out and likely to be taken up within the organization. Many applications for athletics instructors have been received but actions await occupancy. Tom Pettitt will oversee tennis and Jake Kilrain has applied for a sports instructor role.
On Thursday evening in the common council Mr Morison of Ward 9 proposed an order directing the city auditor to detail salaries of city employees increased in 1886 and 1887 and the amounts. Supported by Mr Sullivan and Mr Cochran the measure faced strong Democratic opposition. The editorial praises Sullivan and Cochran and urges transparency to curb municipal extravagance, noting the issue as a taxpayer matter. The piece hopes many from the majority will back the order when it resumes next Thursday night.
Myron P. Walker issues general order No 1 naming Alfred C. Monroe Ephraim Stearns Austin C. Wellington Andrew C. Stone and Joseph B Parsons to posts with roles in the Grand Army of the Republic John P Rhea lists aides-de-camp for Massachusetts Peter D. Smith Charles G. Davis George F P Hollis William Bield and A M Dudley participate in general orders No 5
The funeral was held yesterday at the Reformed Episcopal Church on Dartmouth Street. The house was densely crowded with friends and many military organizations were strongly represented. Floral tributes were profuse with large designs prepared by various groups.
The Channing Club hosts a ladies night at the Hotel Brunswick on April 4. Speakers include Miss Elizabeth P. Channing Mrs Emily A Pifield Miss Abby W May Mrs Kate Gannett Wells and others to discuss Women s Work in the Unitarian Cause.
The board of aldermen met as a committee of the whole Saturday to consider granting exclusive twenty year rights in streets to Henry B. Cobb and partners for conduits. Amendments were offered and not acted on yet for next Saturday. Water commissioners awarded casting contracts totaling 600000 pounds iron and service boxes to Locke & Co and 10000 pounds brass and composition castings to William Carley. Fire commissioners approved transfers moving several engineers between apparatus units.
A Buffalo venue hosts the sale of New York State convents scheduled for May 16. Organizers expect a broad turnout and note proceeds will support regional church activities and repairs.
Mrs Lucy H Hooper and M Pierre Decourcelle work on a Paris drama copyright in the United States as Helen's Inheritance. Bernard a former Toulon carpenter rises to operatic fame after early discovery and training in Italy. In New York Frohman signs and revises Honor Bright for a Lyceum production, aiming for next season or summer debut.
The entry books close with 1053 dogs listed for the forthcoming New England Kernel Club canine show at Mechanics' Building on the 8d prox. Also reported is the Union grounds football match where Boston Rovers beat Fall River East Ends 2 1. Hosier plans Myst spin on Charles River today and a Globe Theatre welcome Tuesday. Ladies' night next Friday at Dorchester Bicycle Club. MA division L A W to meet and dine at Young's Hotel next Saturday evening.
George A. Fernald & Co. bankers advertise Kenla Water Co bonds with 6 percent annual dividends. The firm had a top New England expert review the city and operation before placing the bonds on the market.
A collection of letters from 1888 arguing that dogs and their owners disrupt library and home quiet. The writers cite scratched parquets, muddy footprints, and loud snoring or barking as objections. They urge Taverner to address canine intrusions and compare library etiquette with pet access in Boston.
Joan Medina advertises half price sale on all hair goods at 463 Washington Street Boston including switches waves bangs and frizzes. Ladies urged to visit during the coming week for bargains.
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