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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 28, 1879

Page

2

Senate probes Republican funds and voter intimidation

Senate committee authorized by Mr Blaine reviews Republican fund distribution and voter intimidation evidence, revealing 53,900 dollars spent across congressional districts to influence elections. House action on the Army bill signals a major party clash over repeal of election laws, with adjournment set for Monday and decisive amendments expected. Turkey faces fiat money rejection, while a lynching occurs at Fort Scott. Timothy J. Lynch resurfaces in Portland amid no-law coverage. Canadian tariff changes frustrate merchants. New England Society meeting on vice suppression conducted. Trotting horse auction brings fair prices. A temporary injunction blocks Great Barrington Savings Bank.

Senate Blaine Congress House Turkey Fort Scott Kansas Timothy J. Lynch Boston Portland New England Society For the Suppression of Vice J. E. Maynard Great Barrington Savings Bank

Republicans Balk at Troops at Polls Stance In Caucus

Washington March 27 Republicans face a tight caucus as opposition to Army Appropriation bill provisions barring troops at polls grows. Gen Garfield said he would vote for it, while Democrats plan to abstain from binding caucus rules. Greenbackers align with Republicans, raising stakes for Democrats.

Washington Garfield Z. Chandler Senate Hoar Blaine Beck Bayard

Plain Truths for Mr Blaine in Senate Debate

In Washington on March 27 the Senate debated Mr Hoar's resolution accusing Democrats of revolutionary aims to defeat Appropriation bills. Moved to table, Republicans pressed action while Democrats sought postponement until Thurman could join. The exchange touched on prerogatives, forming measures, and leadership as the chamber adjourned to Monday.

Washington Senate Hoar Beck Thurman Dawes Mr Beck Massachusetts Kentucky McDonald Blaine Voorhees Maine Democratic Party Army Committee of Safety Indiana

Secrets of the Republican Party Exposed and Funds Traced

In Washington on March 27, the Wallace Committee heard Gorham conclude his testimony about a corruption fund. He provided a list of sums sent to various congressional districts across states, detailing how thousands were distributed to buy votes. The testimony names money movements and district allocations.

Washington Wallace Committee

Army Appropriation Bill Introduced in House Debate

Washington March 27 The Army Appropriation bill was introduced by Mr Sparks of Illinois. It mirrors the last measure with reorganizations removed and retains the poll troop prohibition. The bill went to the Committee of the Whole as the House began five minute general debate.

Washington Sparks Illinois House McCook Calkins Army Navy Senate Secretary of War Hawley

HOUSES FOR COMMISSIONS. Treasury reports bond commissions

The Treasury Secretary provided the Senate with detailed commissions paid for negotiating or refunding U S bonds from 1862 to present. Old contracts’ rates were known. figures show large payments to major banks, including $159,750 to the National Bank of New York, $109,024 to Bank of New York National Banking Association, $347,575 to National Bank of the State of New York, and $425,000 to Maverick National Bank of Boston since January.

Washington Secretary of the Treasury Senate Saulsbury United States Bank of New York National Banking Association National Bank of New York National Bank of the State of New York Maverick National Bank of Boston

Nominations confirmed by the Senate in broad actions

The Senate confirmed nominees for the Board of Health including Daniel W. Gooch and Edward M. Neill along with several pension agents. Rejected was Wilson M. Stanley for Indian Agent at Los Pinos. First shipment of new 4 percent refinancing certificates to banks to April 1. Subscriptions total from the loan and internal revenue receipts listed. The Constitution sails from Lisbon to New York. President nominated Grant Woodward as Second Lieutenant in the Revenue Marine Service.

Washington Senate Daniel W. Gooch Boston William A. Herron Pittsburg Edward M. Neill Rhode Island Mexico 8. M. Bemis Louisiana Henry J. Bowditch Massachusetts James M. Cahill Virginia Hosmer A. Johnson Ilinois Robert W. Mitchell Tennessee Board of Health Willard M. Dunn Waterville Emma J. Porter Somerville N. J Sallie A. Robinson Butler Wilson M. Stanley Illinois Lospinos Colorado Treasury M. Grant Woodward Revenue Marine Service Constitution Lisbon New York Internal Revenue

Arrests for Passing Counterfeit Silver Coins

Secret service detectives arrested Foster Hogeboom and Frederick Holt for attempting to pass counterfeit silver coins. In their 224 Spring Street rooms were found moulds for 10 25 and 50 cent pieces and many counterfeit coins. They were committed for examination. Also noted: Edison’s electric light first practical illustration at Menlo Park with two minor improvements left. Coal sale prices at a public sale were at record lows.

New York Secret Service Foster Hogeboom Frederick Holt Spring Street William Schwartz Edison Menlo Park Elevated Railroad Company Cyrus W. Field Chicago James R. Keene

Trial of Rev Dr Talmage Ends In Protest And Cross Examination

New York March 27 In the Talmage trial Rev Dr Van Dyke protests the Moderator's ruling excluding press interview reports as dangerous to the church. The protest is entered. E Remington is recalled and cross examination continues. He claims to own part of a gun factory and discusses Christian at Work circulation and a sale of the paper. Talmage's involvement with the Advance and valedictory alleges are debated. The presbytery adjourns until tomorrow.

New York Talmage Dr van Dyke E. Remington Witness Dr Talmage

Contention Over Federal Polling Powers Split Republicans Democrats

Washington debate centers on whether Deputy Marshals and Supervisors lose police powers or remain under federal control. Democrats accuse the Supervisors law of centralizing power and enabling partisan suppression, while Republicans insist on maintaining federal policing of elections and permit Deputy Marshals' appointment from both parties. The long congressional discussion traces Davenport's bill, its passage, and contested amendments, highlighting fears of federal overreach and threats to state sovereignty.

Washington Garfield Conkling Republican Party of New York Union League Club New York City John S. Davenport Davenport House of Representatives Judiciary Committee House Eldridge Wisconsin Congress

Changes announced to the Canadian tariff in House of Commons

In Ottawa on March 27 Mr Tilley listed tariff changes covering candles parafine to 5c per pound various metals and materials at 10 to 25 percent plus 2 cent per square yard for shirtings and 25 percent for dried fruit and hats. Other items included soap perfumes wines glucose syrup and steel products.

Ottawa House of Commons Tilley Canada Agle & Tyson

Oliver Cameron case heard letters from Mrs Oliver

In Millersburg Ky the court heard letters to the Postmaster from Mrs Oliver seeking Alice's whereabouts and alleging murder. Expert Edward Ranch testified on letter genuineness, deeming two as forgeries. Col Moore and Prof Creson corroborated. Proceedings were largely dull. defense to present more testimony tomorrow. plaintiff plans rebuttal witnesses.

Washington Oliver- Cameron Millersburg Oliver Alice Edward Ranch Mauch Chunk Cameron Bristow William G. Moore Charles M. Cresson

Senators and dignitaries in early 19th century notes

A wide array of brief items mentions Senator Cameron considering building a residence in Washington while President Hayes plans a New York visit with family. Other notes note Hugo Hampton’s comfort, a second amputation not anticipated, Louisiana repealing the state lottery charter, and rumors of an opera house project in Washington. Also reported are sentences about Judge Wallas, the Powhatan arrival, a Wallaces embezzlement indictment, Alaska’s arrival, good sugar crop, a decline in native population, the Confederate monument cornerstone laid in Columbia, and price stability for white lead.

Cameron Washington Hayes New York Wade Hampton Louisiana Manager Ford James Scarlet Windsor Ont St. Thomas Norfolk United States Powhatan William P. Wallace Sherfi Hamilton County Victoria B. C Alaska Sitka Sandwich Islands Kingdom Capitol Square Columbia S. C Masonic Fraternity National White Lead Association Salvini Booth’s Pomeroy New Zealand Kaitanzita Otago Joseph Schaal Wilkesbarre Jacob Schwalb John Zeis James Douglass Daytona Fla United States Court New York City Buffalo N. Y Chambers-Clark Navy Island Chambers Clark Reading Coal Company Port Richmond Schuylkill Haven Queensland Sheridan Sitting Bull

Diphtheria Toll Tops Forty in Windham This Year

Diphtheria deaths reach forty in Windham since January. Belfast stores closed and flags at half mast for funeral of Hon. James P. White. East Otisfield sees assault case against Charles Wight and Fairfield Scribner. Body of unknown man in Savanorah identified as A H Moore formerly from Portland. Otisfield tax case against Eastman Bean moves forward after bean claims lost tax book. Yorktown meeting yields Republican win with Bragdon, Currier, Tapley among officers.

Windham Belfast James P. White Charles Wight Fairfield Scribner Charles H. Smith East Otisfield Joseph Bragdon Josiah D. Bragdon James A. Bragdon George E. Currier W. Judkins A. H. Tapley

Dodge given five years at Rutland House of Correction

In Washington county Court Judge Redfield sentenced Charles E. Dodge, member of a burglary gang. Accomplices were sent to State Prison for four and six years. Hyde Park insolvency hearing appoints W H Griswold Cambridge as assignee with $12,000 liabilities. Court business expected to be lively.

Washington Redfield Charles E. Dodge House of Correction Rutland Hyde Park E. P. Mudgett Cambridge W.H. Griswold

Lowell Carpet Company to Build New Brussels Mill

The Lowell Carpet Company directors vote to construct a new Brussels mill this year. Other items include stockholder votes ratifying creditor actions, crimes, trials, and local incidents across Massachusetts with multiple named individuals and places.

Apollinaris Water Confirmed Natural Mineral Water

The Department reports after inquiry by our Consul at Cologne that Apollinaris Water bottled at the Apollinaris Spring near Neuenahr is, beyond question, a natural mineral water and entitled to exemption from duty. The Consul found no machinery for artificial carbonic acid gas near the spring. the water itself supplies ample gas for bottling, supporting the claim. Professor Virceon notes its alkaline gaseous nature and table-water suitability.

Frederick de Bary Secretary of State Cologne United States Apollinaris Spring Neuenahr

Reichstag backs autonomous Alsace Lorraine government

The Reichstag unanimously supported Herr Schneegans's motion for an autonomous Alsace Lorraine government. He cited the Frankfort treaty as the constitutional basis and urged adherence. Prince Bismarck praised the unity and predicted success, noting negotiations had been confidential and that imperial sovereignty and governor accountability would continue.

Berlin Reichstag Herr Schneegans Alsace-Lorraine Frankfort Alsace Lorraine Bismarck Haenel

Evils of Inflation Press Turkish Finances

London March 27 The Times Istanbul desk says the Turkish Cabinet aims to cut army costs but needs ready money to pay troops. Ministers express European stoppage of aid as fatal, while an Imperial order to pay in coin and tax in paper slashes paper money from circulation. Sultan melts plate for the Treasury.

London Times Constantinople Europe

British Plan to Advance on Cabul After Talks Fail

A Calcutta despatch to the Standard says Major Cavagnari told the Viceroy negotiations with Yakoob Khan have collapsed and an immediate advance on Cabul is ordered. Shutar Gardan Pass is usable and Gen Roberts could reach the pass crest in a week. Lahore reports the government has ordered rapid re victualing of Quettah.

London Standard Calcutta Cavagnari India Yakoob Khan Cabul Shutar Gardan Roberts

Senate committee examines meeting place to revise Constitution

Versailles reports that the Senate bureau elected a Committee on revising the Constitution and meeting location. Only two of the seven members favor the proposal, with the government having said it accepted it and would guarantee order. President Grevy Minister Waddington and ex-President MacMahon then visited Queen Victoria before she departed for Italy.

Versailles Senate Congress Paris Grevy Waddington MacMahon Queen Victoria Italy

Russia seeks mixed Roumelia occupation delay on Roumelia

The Times Vienna correspondent reports Russia favored a mixed occupation of Eastern Roumelia to avoid applying the Berlin treaty clause that would allow the governor to seek Turkish aid. Russia also wished to delay garrisoning the Balkans by the Turks. A Berlin despatch notes Count Schouvaloff may return to London soon after securing Roumelia's occupation.

London The Times Vienna Russia Roumelia

Dilke Moves Censure Over Zulu War Policy

In the House of Commons Sir Charles Dilke moves censure of the Government over the Zulu war. He centers on a sharp critique of Sir Bartle Frere’s policy, accusing the Government of delaying censure despite dispatches indicating a war aim. He calls for a trustworthy Cape Governor.

London House of Commons Charles Dilke Charles Bartle Frere Bartle Cape

Boston City Directory Business Listings Fragment

A list of names and addresses appears, showing firms and partners such as BIRD Henry C at Tremont Street Colman Moses & Sow Portland Street, DAY Kr LL Co 51 State Street, HATCH Samuel Co 9 Congress Street, HARRIS H & Co 227 State Street, and OSGOOD F D 153 Tremont Street among others, indicating a historical business directory snippet.

Leonard & Co J. M. Watson & Co A. E. Eaton Moses Colman & Son Isburgh & Walker A. M. Bates A. M.—Stoecks H. C. Bird S. Hatch & Co Johnson, Moody & Co Holbrook & Fox Boots New York Charles C. Warren Philadelphia Samuel Bunting Moses Colman & On R. L. Day & Co Hawes & Henshaw Rhodes & Co Bird, Henry C. &9 Tremont St Colman Moses & Sow Portland St DAY KR. LL. & CO State Street State St Hatch, Samuel & CO Congress St Harris, H. & CO Harris, Cyrus L. & CO Central Writ Henry & Hatch Summer Street Post Office Square Howe, Albert & CO Brighton Johrnson Moody & CO Dev Knights S. B Old State House Kennedy T. C Winthrop Block Boston Lierbie C. F Beacon Street Nason, J. L. & CO School Street Osgood, F. D Tremont Street Sullivan & MacDonald School St Winnett, J. & CO

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