30 Mar 1892
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1892
Page
1
A Boston scene shows disbelief as Totten’s prophecy fails to trigger panic. Reporters recall a failed dramatic performance and a public that dismisses the lecturer as speculation. Interviews in New Haven quote Totten claiming a sacred timeline and impending judgment, but locals remain unconvinced.
An advertisement proclaims Paines Celery Compound as superior to patent medicines sarsaparilla tonics and nervines, asserting it is as much better as a diamond is than cut glass and asserting it is the best option among remedies.
GEO. C. GOODWIN & CO announce a spring medicine touted to cure ailments worldwide. The ad claims universal efficacy and invites customers to try the remedy, presenting the product as a trusted domestic remedy with broad health benefits.
Congress debated the free wool measure as Harter of Ohio and McCreary of Kentucky argued for tariffs and tax ethics while Boutelle of Maine heckled and Dalzell pressed protection questions. The discussion touched on steel rails, patent protection, and the McKinley tariff in a lively session.
In Salem on March 29 the Democrats held ward caucuses with large attendance. The Cleveland men carried the city except for Ward 4, which will contest the delegation. Seven of eight wards supported the Ex-President.
Forecast for New England calls for fair Wednesday with north winds turning east, then rain Thursday morning. Eastern New York may see increasing cloudiness with rain in the afternoon or night, winds shifting to east, and slight temperature changes. Keep an umbrella handy tomorrow.
New York March 20 The Herald reports the United States is preparing claims for Baltimore men. The message, sent via Washington, suggests Chilean Congress will vote sums as a charitable act, not an admission of right, following Rock Springs precedent.
A stone tower under construction at Mr. Lippincott's Jamestown residence in Newport fell after the wooden centres were removed from the arches. No one was injured as workers escaped in time.
At Faut River on March 29 the Granite mill striking weavers held a meeting this afternoon and voted to return to work in the morning. Treasurer Shore declined to bargain with them while on strike, and the weavers expect a compromise.
Worcester notes J H Walker seeks a second term as Republican nominee for the national House of Representatives. Announcement confirms candidacy on March 29 with Walker completing his second term.
Columbus March 29 Secretary of State Daniel J Ryan has tendered his resignation to Governor McKinley to accept a post as World’s Fair commissioner.
Freddie Congdon aged 12 died today in Fay River after a wound from an air gun fired by another boy. The injury, sustained earlier, led to his fatality.
Report from rast Me March 29 describes Mrs Luther Smith aged 71 an invalid dying in a fire after a fall found burned to death before rescue. The item ends with an advertisement note for Dr Bull's Cough Syrup claimed to aid bronchial troubles.
Prince de Chimay minister of foreign affairs dies in Brussels on March 29, with official confirmation of his death reported today.
In THESE DAYS of active competition merchants stress customer satisfaction. John H. Pray, Sons & Co., a Washington street carpet and upholstery firm opposite Boylston street, carries medium priced goods as well as costly varieties. The spring stock on exhibition aims to please every buyer.
A landslide from a hillside house carried the Hill family dwelling onto the Coursin Street Methodist Church in McKeesport. The blaze spread, consuming the church, six houses, and Ryan’s livery stable. Losses total about 50,000 with the church insured for 20,000.
In New York on March 29 Senator Brown and a former Tammany State Senator discussed the Chicago convention nominee. The ex-Senator asked if Cleveland could win New York. Brown affirmed and said Cleveland would sweep New York if nominated, betting $25,000 that he would be elected within twenty five minutes after the nomination.
In Fall River on March 29 the Plymouth of the Fall River line beat the Maine of the Stonington line in a tight east bound race to Execution Point. The Maine started from New York bound for Providence a few minutes earlier, but Plymouth surged ahead to finish first on the Plymouth’s return run last Friday night.
In Newport Kentucky on March 29 the sixth district Republicans met in two conventions unable to agree. Two sets of delegates were chosen for Minneapolis. One convention nominated Colonel Weden O Neal for Congress and both endorsed President Harrison's administration.
The conference meeting continued last night with Rev. Philip S. Moxom of Boston speaking on The Relation of the Creed to Modern Religious Thought. He argued how creeds adapt to contemporary ideas and influence church teaching.
An advertising line proclaims Salvation Oil at just 25 cents per bottle, urging readers to purchase its value and quality.
True Democracy notes that a mass Democratic caucus in Newton at the Armory lower hall elected delegates to the Boston convention. Resolutions urged tariff reduction as the top issue, endorsed Congress actions toward it, and instructed delegates to vote for Grover Cleveland. Williams was also praised for currency measures. The meeting was harmonious and enthusiastic.
President Ezeta dined on the United States cruiser Boston in San Salvador. He was treated cordially by the commander and officers, and invited the American commander and his officers to a banquet ashore as thanks for the courtesies.
In Ricamono, Michigan, March 29, Abraham Cooley, a farmer, cut his wife’s throat from ear to ear with a razor and then killed himself by slashing his own throat. They were found dead soon after. Cooley had suddenly become insane.
Railroad circles report General E P Alexander resigned as president of the Georgia Central last night and was succeeded by J F Corner of Savannah, a former company director. This brief announcement notes a leadership change within the railway line.
An ornate cabinet described as a treasured family heirloom with an engraving of a Louis XV net, Vernis Martin lacquer in French style, mahogany construction, crystal interior, massive French plate back, glass sides and shelves, and hand carved gilded top. Catalogue note: short octavo, 288 pages, 300 engravings, sent on receipt of 10 cents postage.
Robert E. Whittaker and Charles Reber Smith, clerks accused of embezzling 60000 dollars from Lamson Bros. & Co., were arrested in Chicago after returning from flight. They had begun living in luxurious apartments, while the motive behind their actions remains unclear.
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