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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1886

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Senate Debates on Edmunds Resolutions Stirities Causes Split

The Senate resumed debate on Edmunds resolutions as Ingalls Harrison and Logan spoke with Van Wyck proposing an open session amendment. The third resolution passed 30 to 29 with Democrats joining, while the fourth on veterans passed with one nay, and the fifth to deny power to punish the Attorney General was tabled. Ingalls drew sharp criticism for satirical remarks that offended many in the galleries.

Edmunds Messrs Ingalls Harrison and Logan van Wyck Judiciary Committee Senate Mitchell Kiddleberger Mr. Morgan Logan Gray Messrs. Mitchell Oregon Riddleberger and Senate Als Edmunde

Edmunds resolutions debated in Senate on executive removals

The Edmunds resolutions were argued in the Senate with Mr. Ingalls defending presidential prerogatives on appointments and suspensions. He denied requests for private papers, attacked a Postmaster General circular, and read names of alleged felons linked to the current administration. Multiple resolutions were debated and voted, adjournment followed at 9 30 p.m.

Edmunds Morgan Washington Senate Ingalls Judiciary Ingails Ingall Mr. Ingalls Nanpoleon Cleveland Offica Ingals Wriich Post Office Department

Randall and White House Ties Stir Cabinet Speculation

The piece details possible promotion of Mr Randall to the Treasury under President Cleveland, noting close ties with the White House and sustained support from House colleagues. It denies Manning’s resignation but suggests Randall would gain influence if Manning dies, depending on tariff moves and March 4 implications.

Pennsylvania Treasury Cleveland White House Rerdall Mr. Randall Randall Manning Congress Randal

Secretary Manning Improves After Attack

Washington reports Manning’s condition is slightly better with lighter breathing and ability to converse. His son and sister visited. Manning joked with caregivers, signaling gradual improvement. The same day the Senate approved the urgent deficiency appropriation bill.

Manning Faevorebie Washington Associated Press Lincoln Delehanty Senate

Labor Arbitration Commission Proposed by House Panel

Washington March 26 The House labor committee heard Representative Anderson support a nine member United States arbitration commission to settle labor disputes between employers and workers. Officials noted the unsettled national labor climate and agreed government action is needed, while debating best methods. Hoar introduced a federal inquiry bill into the Carrolton Mississippi killings, as the Senate debated a rank change for Henry J. Hunt and pension bills in the evening.

Washington House Committee On Labor United States Commission of Arbitration Anderson THE POST Senate Hoar Carrolton Miss Henry J. Hunt Tne

Knights Speak On Victory In Arbitration Of Local Roads

In an interview with a Post reporter, Mr. T C Thompson master workman of Local Assembly 2898, and colleagues George E McNeill and John Howes, say no definite settlement on Middlesex Charles River South Boston and Cambridge roads yet. The arbitration committee expects early word and notes the strike avoidance saved Boston from disruption. The mood is triumphant yet tempered as drivers conductors and Knights of Labor leaders praise public support and cautious optimism for others to yield.

T.C. Thompson Post Middlesex Charles River South Boston Cambridge George E. McNeill John Howes Tts Boston the Knights of Labor Merrill and Richards McNeill

Tailors Arrange Strike as Journeymen Complain of Wages and Hours

A Post reporter quotes a prominent journeyman tailor on proposed strikes over extras from 25 cents to 150 cents and pantaloons 25 cents. He cites a 16 hour day in peak seasons and states bosses may grant demands to avoid rising prices. About 400 custom tailors work in the city with many more in ready made clothing, plus 200 pants makers in a strong union network.

Post

Morocco Manufacturers and Knights of Labor in Four Hour Talk

In Wilmington the Knights of Labor No 94 met with morocco manufacturers to resolve the strike issue. A four hour conference failed to bridge gaps with both sides distrustful. The union sought a twenty percent wage raise, while employers delayed. A crucial walkout was predicted if no agreement is reached.

Wilmington Del Morocco Knights of Labor

Jackson & Co. Hatter Leads With Spring Styles at Tremont Street

The fashion of hats shifts from fixed shapes to wearer suited designs and Jackson & Co. at 69 Tremont Street showcases vast spring styles. They offer extensive selections including canes and umbrellas and Dunlap hats from New York, preferred by many wearers.

Jackson & Co Tremont Street Dunlap New York

Woburn Tops Somerville 3–0 in Quick Victory

Woburn defeated Somerville 3–0 in a rapid 7 minute 45 second stretch. Referee Eads officiated the match.

Woburn Mass Somerville Eads

Labor's Battle Forces Lynn Firms to Shut Down

Special to the Post from St. Louis reports a persistent strike at Vandalia and allied yards. Police and armed officers keep order as trains run with limited switching, while strikers gather around relay depots. Knights of Labor leaders urge restraint and seek arbitration to avert further disruption.

St. Louis Vandalia Creveling Frank Mesers Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Ohio Mississippi Louisville Nashville Indianapolis Ards Relay Depot Sbridge Whipple Joyce Walsh Oace Venice Burroughs Louisville and Nashville Mattoon Inl J. B. Cullegh Globe-Democrat Hoxie Powderly Knights of Labor Order

Keene firms shut by boycott halt shoe industry output

At 11 this morning Keene Bros engine stopped ending power to many shoe firms in Lynn and Malden. About 1500 workers were left idle as tenants like J C Fox & Co A M J H Preele Dole Whittredge Mark Worthley S F Crossman and others faced layoffs. Knights of Labor actions fuel wage disputes in Malden and Wakefield while talks on the Charles River street railway prompt market rumors.

Messrs Keene Mene Spinner & Co Charles Chamberlain Post Chamberlain Knights of Labor Lynn Keene Bros Keenes J.C. Fox & Co A. M J. H. Preele Dole & Whittredge Mark Worthley S. F. Crossman Sand Lothrop & Bowen Hannah Crowninshielad Goodwin Bros Oxford Street Charles B Tebbatts & Co Blanchard, Blanchard & Little

Powderly Rules Out Southwest Strike Expansion

Scranton report notes Grand Master Powderly of the Knights of Labor, injured in Bloomington Illinois, says no general strike will spread beyond its origin. He criticizes a claim by Irons of St Louis as unauthorized and outlines conditions for any future strike. Powderly travels to New York for an executive board meeting to plan peaceable settlements. Grand Trunk system engineers hopes wages restore. a threat of general strike looms. Cloakmakers strike continues as the Eagle Cloak Manufacturing Company agrees to a 40 to 50 percent wage increase for workers.

Malden Mass Wiggin & Stevens Knights of Labor Knights Messrs. Wiggin & Stevens Scranton Penn Powderly Bloomington Ill Associated Press Irons Presnt Executive Board New York London Ont Grand Trunk Engineers Hickson Grand Trunk Eagie Cloak Manufacturing Company

Labor leaders clash over right to hire and discharge

Special to the Post Beverly Mass March 26 details a meeting between manufacturers and Knights of Labor over a rule governing employer right to hire or fire. Knights oppose the new rule while manufacturers seek future guidance. A potential agreement on engine stoppage at Wallis Killam Bray could speed settlement. adjournment set for tomorrow. Plasterers vote to join Knights of Labor temporarily as they seek regular assembly membership.

Beverly Mass Knaights of Labor Knights Wallis, Killam Pries Knights of Labor Committee Knights of Labor Wells Memorial Hall Daniel Sheehan Patrick O'Brian Gilbert Buffalo N. Y North Buffalo Thompson Street Dearborn

Knights of Labor Leader Denies Imminent General Strike

General Secretary Turner of the Knights of Labor criticized a St. Louis Despatch quote attributed to Chairman Irons. He said the claim of a nationwide strike is false and warned officials to prevent incendiary acts by followers. He emphasized the executive board does not plan such an order.

Pumadelphia Turner The Knights of Labor St. Louis Irons United States Lyons Assembly Lions

Gladstone shifts Irish plan amid home rule shift

London reports Mr. Gladstone will introduce a bill for future Irish government in April, signaling a possible change from landlord buyout to pure and simple home rule. In Limerick, five convicts who assaulted police were jailed three to six months but attacked officers in the dock, forcing magistrates to flee as the court erupted.

London Gladstone House of Commons William Vernon Harcourt Ireland Limenick Fagra

Belgium Violence Surges as Riots Rock Charleroi

March reports detail a widespread strike wave in Belgium and northern France with mobs raiding factories, stealing from a Bandoux facility, arson at Jowett residence, and clashes with troops abroad. Charleroi orders, Ostend garrisons, and multiple towns report fighting, barricades, and thousands involved.

Belgium Lieer Charleroi Ostend Ghent Chetelineau Binard Jowett Cork Hamilton Bawden Castletown Gladetone Pepnell God Save

Death Mystery Surrounds Young De Smedt in Cyanide Case

Autopsy delayed as police hold Schmuki on suspicion after Gustav E. De Smedt dies from potassium cyanide. Friends doubt suicide, citing engagement plans and locked door. Varied rumors tie Schmuki to the crime, with alleged attempts to buy poison and joint purchase with De Smedt.

Gustav E. de Smedt Géermar Schmuki Station A de Smedt Ashland Place Sehmuki Gus Des Smedt Highlands Schwenki de Smedts Gustave DeSmedt South End

Death of Hickory Bill at State Prison

William Wilson known as Hickory Bill, 43, found dead in his State prison cell at 1 am. He had a life sentence for felonious assault in Boston, first committed Nov 16, 1866. Pardoned conditionally by Gov. Claflin Nov 15, 1870, he was recommitted after violating the pardon terms. He had been ill for a week.

William Wilson Hickory Bill Gerad State Prison Boston Claflin Havin

Clarence Pullen Lectures on New Mexico At Tremont Temple

Tremont Temple was filled last night for a lecture by Hon. Clarence Pullen. He opened with a sketch of New Mexico's history and then showed curiosities with stereoscopic views. Pullen shared exciting stories of life in the old Spanish country.

Tremont Temple Clarence Pullen New Mexico Pullen

Death of Charlestown Sexton at Pleasant Street Home

Robert H. Addicott aged 62 the sexton of Trinity Methodist Church was found dead in his bed at his residence 38 Pleasant street Charlestown at 7 45 o'clock last evening authorities reported the death is under investigation and no additional details were released.

Robert H. Addicott The Trinity Methodist Church Pleasant Street Charlestown

Mrs Moore's and Other Contributions to the Parnell Fund

The fund reports deposits totaling 406 from Maverick National Bank plus Mrs Moore's 100, with a Friday total of 625 and aims for 5000 by Sunday. Clergy and supporters like Rev John O'Brien and Rev Philip O'Donnell praise the drive to aid Ireland. W W Doherty plans speeches at Hyde Park Salem and South Beaton on March 31 and April 1.

T. B. Fitz Maverick National Bank Moore John O. Patten Boston Post O'Reilly Natural &Towld Ireland Washington Street John O'Brien East Cambridge Philip O'Donnell Cambridge Father O Salem South Beaton

Domestic discord at Municipal Court over abandonment charge

Nathaniel Wentworth and his wife Lorenza clashed in court as she accused him of abandonment and infidelity. Witness Lucy Smithy testified of his harsh treatment and financial reckless living, including liquor. Defence and judge postponed further proceedings for today.

Nathaniel Wentworth Lorenza Wentworth Lucy Smithy Justice’s Parn Nathaniel

Spring exhibition awards crown Massachusetts Horticultural Society

Yesterday's session closed the society's most successful show. Prizes cover blooms of hybrid perpetual roses, bonnie siiene, Catharine Mennat, Marechal Neil, Niphetos, Souvenir de la Malmaison, and safrano, plus pansies and carnations. Centerpiece design and lace leaved camellias also awarded. Bronze medal to Alexander Meston for caviaranda fenuestralis.

Massachusetts Horticultural Society Society John B. Moore & Son F. B. Hayes S. Niel Catharine Mennat Wiliam Ward Hovey Yeone JF. A. Foster Dinner Table W. A. Manda J. O’brien E. M. Gill C. M. Hovey Alexander Meston Dove Andover

East Boston Ferry Board Suspends Captain After Collision

The East Boston ferries board held a secret session to review Thursday morning’s collision between the Revere, commanded by Captain Tyrer, and the Venetian of the Leyland line, commanded by Captain Trant. Tyrer is suspended for error in judgment. the Revere’s damage is limited, while responsibility for the Venetian’s injury is acknowledged.

Board of Directors East Boston Ferries Revere Tyrer Vennelian Leyland Line Trant Porter Steemer

Lithograph of Boston Charles River Basin on sale

Cupples Upham & Co. offer a lithographic illustration by Mr Charles Davenport showing the proposed Charles River Embankment. The image previews an inland sea of 500 acres and a long ornamental park from Leverett Street to Brookline Street Cambridge, illustrating a future water park district with Back Bay land values soaring.

Boston and Charles River Cupples, Upham & Co Charles Davenport Wold Leverett Street Brookline Street Cambridge Back Bay Charles River

Funeral Rites For Hon Joseph McKeon Churchill Held

Funeral services for Joseph McKeon Churchill were conducted at his Milton Hill home with Rev. Bennett and Rev. White officiating. Interment followed at Milton cemetery. Notables in attendance included Chief Justice Parmenter, Judges Hardy and Forsaith, Col. Codman, Gen. Underwood, Col. Russell, Lt. Richardson, and others.

Joseph McKeon Churchill Milton Hill Mr. Bennett All Saints Church Lower Mills Wm.0. White Milton Cemetery Parmenter Hardy Forsaith Charles R. Codman A. B. Underwood H. 8. Russell Richardson

Corkscrew worsteds to be sold without reserve by Wilmer ding Hoguet

An important sale of corkscrew worsteds from Raritan woollen mills will be held next Tuesday March 30 by Wilmer ding Hoguet & Co. The goods are famed as the best low priced worsteds and will be sold without reserve, inviting broad interest from buyers of all sizes.

Wilmerding, Hoguet & Co Raritan

Carpet dealers offer mothproof packing paper at cost

John H. Pray, Sons & Co. of Washington Street sell to customers at cost an anti moth packing paper. The paper, manufactured especially for the house, protects rugs furs and woollens during storage and is mailed free samples to any address. It is believed to be the best known protection against moths or buffalo bites.

John H. Pray, Sons & Co Washington Street

Fifth annual bell of Melrose fire department held in town hall

The Melrose fire department marked its fifth annual bell with a grand march in the Melrose town hall. Over 100 couples participated, with many attendees from Boston Malden and nearby towns.

Malden Mass Melrose Fire Department Melrose Boston

Skating rink sold at auction in Abington

Louis ABINGTON Mass March 26 The skating rink at this place was sold at auction this afternoon by Deputy Sheriff S G Cobb for 390. Mrs Sarah J Davis of Hudson was the purchaser. Two years ago the rink was built at an expense of 4500.

Louis Abington Mass S. G. Cobb Sarah J. Davis Hudson

East Boston Gun Club Holds Third Section Shoot

About twenty members attended the East Boston Gun Club shoot in the Third section yesterday afternoon. Officers Hooper Brown and Gage of Lowell arrested Zilber heles in the Third section last evening for conveying mortgaged property valued at 100 from Lowell to East Boston. A meeting of representative men from both parties was held at Alderman John H. Sullivan's residence last evening to select a candidate to fill a vacancy on the school committee.

East Boston

End of Clark testimony on New York and New England bond sale

Charles P. Clark, president of the road, testifies at the State House hearing on the bond sale, reading prior correspondence and recalling a September 29 directors meeting. He describes Field and Sage proposing to buy second mortgage bonds to force creditors, and predicts rapid par value subscription for preferred shares while urging stockholders to subscribe. The hearing continues with more questioning and an upcoming session next Wednesday.

New York New England State House Charles P. Clark Road Stackpole Clark Messrs. Field and Sage Mr. Field Mr. Sage Car Trust Field Sage Lightmain Rod Waareere Stockhold Gys Asia Ena Chandler P. Clark Eeq Messia W.A. Tower Messrs Sage and Preld Preserres Prabe Saze Clark Waase

Entertainment Notes At The City Theatres And Museums

Broadway actors and companies announce busy week with Miss Annie Clarke benefit at the Museum tonight. Nanon at Hills Street Theatre Monday hailed as a season highlight. The Mikado twice today and Alone in London closing today at Park Theatre. Next week Nat Goodwin stars in The Skating Rink and Haverly’s minstrels end at Globe Theatre. Final Mikado performances at Bijou today. Irish Aristocracy and Diplomacy last shows at the Museum. Parisian Romance with Richard Mansfield opens Monday at the Museum. Rentz Santley touring Howard Atheneum. McCaull Opera Company farewell at Gaston Theatre with The Black Hussar and Mme. dadie. La Gae and Anta at Boston Theatre praised by advance sales.

Annie Clarke Nanon Hioks Street London Park Theatre Nat Goodwin Richard Mansfield Baron Chevreuil Museum Rentz-Santley Howard Atheneum Hallen and Hart Evenine McCaull Opera Comique Gaston Theatre Mme. Dadie Boston

Bath schooner Morse named as probable Oregon collision vessel

Seafaring men and ship brokers largely agree the Bath Maine schooner Charles H. Morse, Morse & Co., ran down the steamer Oregon. The vessel is described as a three masted 112 by 86 foot ship of 508 tons, built in Bath in 180, left Baltimore for Boston March 6 under Captain Haskell. A maritime expert noted the Morse’s size and that it likely carried no lights at impact.

New York Charles H. Morse Bath Oregon Morse & Co South Street Charles St. Morse Maritime Exchange Morse Bath Sn Baltimore Boston Haskell

Smallpox Found Among Immigrant Passengers on Two Ships

Health officers found two Hungarian steerage children with smallpox aboard the Rhein from Bremen and moved them plus their mothers to North Brothers Island hospital after fumigation. Remainder steerage passengers were vaccinated and the Rhein allowed to dock at noon. On the Trinacria from the Mediterranean two Italian immigrants were also found with smallpox and sent to the same hospital.

New York Rhein Bremen Andreas Lechaks Carl Baldshage North Brothers’ Island Trinacria Geton Leghorn Naples Mediterranean Genara Calabosca Tegullo Palma

Miss Gertrude L Cooke Hosts Second Annual Testimonial Concert

Miss Gertrude L. Cooke’s second annual testimonial concert at Eberle Hall Somerville last evening drew a large audience. The programme featured Ardamena ladies quartet Susie Fer Monroe Susie A. Martin Gertrude L Cooke Lucie J. Martin Mrs J G Bridge Mrs Annis A Park Mr A O Johnson Mr W L Rice Allen R Hunter and Mr Loland T Powers.

Gertrude L. Cooke Eberle Hall Somerville Ardamena Ladies’ Quartet Susie Fer Monroe Susie A. Martin Lucie J. Martin J. G. Bridge Annis A. Park A. O. Johnson W. L. Rice Allen R. Hunter Loland T. Powers

Wealthy New York businessman's lookalike jailed in Dover case

A man calling himself John Downing, released from the county jail after thirty days for drunkenness, was identified as the son of a wealthy New York City businessman. He reportedly spent $5000 in twenty days before his arrest and avoided exposure of his identity by entering jail.

Dover N. H John Downing New York City

Complimentary concert for Miss May Green at Wells Memorial Hall

A group of friends held a night of music in Wells Memorial Hall for Miss May Green. Performers included Miss Ticha Primrose, Mrs. W. Davenport, Mrs. Sarah E. Downing, Mme Fries Bishop, Mme Le Gertrude, and Messrs. L. Sullivan, W. J. Colville, Fred Peak, J. E. Quinian.

May Green Lower Wells Memorial Hall Ticha Primrose W. Davenport Sarah E. Downing Mme Fries Bishop Mme. le Gertrude Messrs. L., Sullivan W. J. Colville Fred Peak J. E. Quinian

Private sale buys wrecked Cambridge steamer near Old Man's Ledge

In Boston yesterday a private sale purchased the wrecked Cambridge, formerly part of the Boston and Bangor line and now at Old Man's Ledge off Maine, by H. S. Kaler of Portiana for 31000.

Boston Cambridge Boston and Bangor Steamship Line Old Man’s Ledge Maine H. S. Kaler Portiana

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