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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1884

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Maine Letters Expose Opposition to Proposed Amendment

Pro Republican letters to the Post from Maine reps alarm some observers. The Portland Press concedes not all opponents are cranks, while another paper notes letters reveal unexpected opposition to the amendment. Maine’s sound sense may prevail against the restrictively radical plan.

Maine Post Portland

Massachusetts Democrats Name Butler Backed Delegates at Chicago

The Massachusetts Democratic convention in Worcester adopted a platform favoring tariff reform and pledged support for Benjamin Franklin Butler as the presidential candidate. Speeches by Albert Palmer and others praised reform, with Butler praised for his governorship and a slate of four delegates at large elected: Butler, Abbott, McCafferty, and Delaney.

Hathaway New Bedford O'Neil Boston Acton J. W. Corcoran Clinton E. M. Moriarty Worcester L. B. Morse Athol C.M. Whipple Westfield Nicholas Hathaway Fall River Committee On Resolutions Gen. Butler Democratic Party of Massachusetts United Democracy Commonwealth Democratic Party of the Union Mr. Hathaway Tilden Bayard New York Cleveland Hendricks McDonald Benjamin F. Butler Chicago J. B. Martin Margan Martin Thomas Riley Tammany Hall William A. Simmons, Esq Benjamin Franklin Butler Simmons Albert Palmer Palmer Union America Charles Levi Woodbury Committee On Democrats Cincinnati B. F. Butler William A. Simmons Gen Butler Thomas J. Gargan Democratic Party Lot and Honor Theandidate Reuben Noble James Delaney Holyoke M. J. McCafferty Josiah G. Abbott Lowell Souuslid Messrs. Butler Abbott, McCafferty Delaney

Delegates-at-Large Elected by Massachusetts Republican Convention

Tremont temple hosted the Massachusetts Republican state convention to select four delegates-at-large and four alternates for the Chicago National Convention. Key speeches endorsed Edmunds and Lincoln, denounced Democrats on tariffs and civil service. Committees named by district, permanent officers chosen, with John D. Long as president and George A. Flagg as secretary. Governor Robinson declined to be a delegate. Convention adjourned at 3:20 PM.

Chicago Tremont Temple Lodge State Central Committee George A. Flagg Edmunds Lincoln John D. Long Hingham William Claflin Newton W. B. Wasburn Greenfield P. L. Moen Worcester F. L. Wakefield Dedham Rodney Wallace Fitchburg Charles A. Beil Lawrence Charles F. Gerry Sudbury Suffolk County Jesse M. Gove E. L. Pillsbury George G. Cr T. N. Clark Westfield Hamipshire Otis Lane Ware Berkshire County E. T. Slocum Pittsfield John M. Seeley Great Barrington Franklin County Richard Tucker Conway Milbury Er. E. Weedman Dennis D. H. Blanchard Stoughton WH. H. Edes Boston Gov. Robinson

Downfall of James R. Keene Triggers Wall Street Collapse

New York April 30 reports reveal financier James R. Keene has failed after heavy losses from puts and calls in Erie Western Union Union Pacific stocks. He reportedly spent over 1.9 million cash to meet margins over two months, with no funds left. Associates say his fortune vanished, while brokers and bankers discuss the ruinous outcome and unsettled debts.

New York Sun Gen Hancock James R. Keene New York Keene Wells Erie Western Union Union Pacific Northern Pacific Oregon Windsor Hotel

Dynamite Found Under Parliament Buildings in Ontario

In TORONTO Ont April 30 a shocker as two dynamite cartridges with wire and fuse were found under the crown lands office in the parliament buildings. Officials later uncovered two more under the steps to the speaker's chamber all seemingly placed today. The shells are Yowder company No 2 from Chicago and resemble fresh oiling. No suspects seen.

Torosto Ont Crown Lands Office Yowder Company Chicago

Poorhouse Fire Kills 14 Inmates in Michigan

In Van Buren county near Hartford a frame poorhouse burned last night killing 14 inmates. The wing where they slept was consumed and most victims perished in bed. only one body was identifiable. The blaze was first heard as cries of paupers, with 45 occupants in total and a $15,000 insurance claim.

Michigan Kalamazoo Mich van Buren County Hartford James Johnson Henry Beker Benjamin Bogardus Sawyer Sargent Fred

Pittsfield Murder Trial Hears Evidence On Dying Declaration

In Coxcord New Hampshire April 30 the Pittsfield murder trial spent both sessions hearing witnesses on the admissibility of Tilton's statements the night of the shooting claimed as his dying declaration. The court heard testimony to aid this ruling with the jury excluded. Counsel will argue tomorrow before a ruling. if admitted the declarations will be presented to the jury in the usual manner.

Coxcord N. H Pittsfield Tilton

New York Assembly Passes Woman Suffrage Bill to Third Reading

A Wednesday report states the New York assembly advanced the woman suffrage bill to a third reading. Also noted are various, uneasy items including a Buffalo bookkeeper accused of embezzling $6000, recent arrests of Oklahoma Boomers, a Union Pacific wage cut order, a Des Moines murder confession, and threats of lynching.

New York Assembly Charlies R. Mason Reynolds, Matkin & Co Buffalo Indian Territory Capt. Carroll Lieuts Stevens Cevelry Clark Union Pacific Railroad

Machine politics in New Hampshire delegation triumph

In Concord New Hampshire the Rollins led machine wins control of the Republican convention delegation. Key figures include Rollins Sawyer Stowell and Clark amid ballot fights and resignations. The outcome sides with Rollins and prompts questions about future support and influence at Chicago.

Machine Boss Rollins New Hampshire Maine Blaine West

Maine Republicans Nominate Robie at Bangor Convention

The Maine state Republican convention at Bangor nominated Governor Robie by acclamation after a day of deliberations. Orville D. Baker was named temporary chairman, with 134 delegates present and 4 chosen to Chicago. Jonas Case was elected presidential elector, and a lengthy platform endorsed Blaine, civil service reform, and Arthur’s administration while opposing Morrison tariff.

Richmond Mozart Hall John F. Dezendorf Mahone Arthur National Party Virginia Blaine Lincoln South North Iowa Butler Kalamazoo Mich National Greenback Party Begole Gen Nevada Virginia City Nev Chicago Bangor Robie George C. Wing Wing Orville D. Baker Augusta Beal J. R. Bodwell Josephs. Wheelwright J. H. Drummond Edward O. Clark Waldoboro Gilman M. Deering Saco E. F. Webb Waterville S. N. Campbell Cherryfield John P. Swazey Canton Frederick Robie Clarence Hale Portland James A. Hall Duamariscotta Jonas Case Rockland Desson Androscoggin County G. C. Wing Auburn Aroostook County F. A. Powers Houston Cumberland County A. W. Coombs Franklin County James Morrison, Jr Hancock County H. B. Saunders James G. Blaine Republic

Eaton Nominated for Governor at Greenback Convention

In AuGuestTaA Me on April 30 the Greenback state convention with 145 delegates nominated W F Eaton for governor after resolutions. Delegates to the national convention were elected by district and at large. A bid to instruct for Butler failed and Col Jesse Harper spoke in the evening as the body adjourned.

W. EF. Eaton Butler Auguesttaa Greenback W. F. Eaton Cape Elizabeth John White Levant J. F. Turner Deering Solon Chase Chase’s Mills Danforth Benjamin F. Butler Jesse Harper Lewiston Greenback

Medicine Valley Bank Robbery Leaves Two Dead

A Me dina Lodger courier reports four men rode to the Medicine Valley bank at 10 this morning. They demanded money. Cashier George Goppert and President Payne refused, were shot, and died. The bank robbers fled as the city marshal fired. pursuit continues with plans for lynching if caught.

Hanrer Kan Medina Medicine Veley Bank Payne George Goppert

Bank closes doors after government demand in Mexico

City of Mexico April 30 The government issued a peremptory demand on the National Bank of Monte de Piedad the oldest financial institution in Mexico. The bank then closed its doors to protect its creditors, which it has ample means to do.

City OF Mexico National Bank of Monte de Piedad Mexico

Tariff Reform Debate Sparks Public Outcry in Washington

The House adjourned after Hewitt argued for gradual tariff reduction to protect labor and existing industries. He claimed British workers benefited from free trade while urging delay in reform. Megy? Milliken of Maine opposed the Morrison bill as debate continued amid nationwide protest signals.

Washington House Hewitt Boston New Hampshire Congress Milliken Maine

Bill to Secure Cheaper Telegraphic Correspondence

The House committee on post offices unanimously agreed to a bill based on the Senate measure to secure cheaper telegraphic correspondence. It amends rates, eliminates the fourth assistant postmaster general, and restricts contracts to companies with at least 1000 miles of telegraph line in operation. The bill sets prepayment rules, rate caps, and penalties for failure to transmit messages. Adjacent items cover the Jeannette inquiry and a banking report request.

Washington House Committee On Post Offices Rogers Senate Senate Bnll New York Philadelphia Boston Baltimore Jeannette Danenhower Collins Newcomb Mr. Collins Capt. DeLong DeLong Henry Wilson

Pacific Coast Transcontinental Tour Departs From Fitchburg Depot

The fourth Raymond and Whitcomb transcontinental tourist party sails this afternoon at 3 from Fitchburg depot on the Foosac Tunnel line led by Luther B. Holden of Boston with C. H. Bagley of St. Johnsbury as assistant. About 55 travelers, including some West arrivals, will travel 73 days covering Oregon Washington Puget Sound Victoria Idaho Montana Utah and a grand loop through Kansas Colorado New Mexico Arizona Southern California and Central California with Yellowstone National Park as an extended visit for some.

Raymond & Whitcomb Philadelphia Fitchburg Fioosac Tunnel Luther &. Holden Boston C. H. Bagley St.Johnsbury Oregon Washington Territory Puget Sound Victoria B. C Idaho Montana Utah Kansas Colorado New Mexico Arizona California Yellowstone National Park

Sullivan's manager challenges challenger for four rounds

Cincinnati April 30 John L Sullivan's manager issues a challenge to any man to face the champion for four rounds next Sunday with a prize of $1009 and the gate money.

Cincinnati John L. Sullivan

Victorian Hesse Battenburg wedding joins royal pageantry

A Darmstadt despatch reports Princess Victoria of Hesse wed Prince Louis of Battenburg today. After a civil ceremony the bride, led by her grandmother, processed to the palace chapel for the ring exchange amid a 36 gun salute. A banquet followed, attended by all guests except Queen Victoria, then the couple departed to Jugenheim amid cheering crowds. The column then notes the Egyptian crisis, Spanish insurgents, Cape Town riots, and a mixed set of official reports including a Madrid dispatch on Mangado and a Ciudad Real railroad disaster toll and a Commons vote on a crema licensing bill.

Darmstadt Victoria of Hesse Prince Louis of Battenburg Louis Queen Victoria Prince Princess Imperial Germany Princess of Wales Beatrice Prince William Prussia Prince Alexandria Bulgaria Jugenheim Hussein Pasha Berber Samuel Baker the Times Gordon England America India Suakim Nile Cairo Madrid Mangado Maungado Santa Colma Cape Town Ciudad Real Spain House of Commons

Porters jailed over silk theft and city crime spree

John L Bryson 27 and Fred Harding 25 living at 28 Gol Street and 2040 Washington Street were arrested Wednesday on charges of stealing 105 yards of silk from Jordan Marsh Co where they worked as porters. A two year old boy drowned in a yard waterhole at 120 Old Harbor Street. Counterfeit dimes and quarters circulate, notably in the West End. A man presumed to be P Donnell of Biddeford attempted suicide in a Boston and Maine station car, dying at Massachusetts General Hospital. In Chaptoan Emerald Street a 14 year old boy Edward Hunderstroth was fatally run over by a brick cart. A 7 year old, Charles Blake, fell through a coverboard at Sargent's Wharf. another boy Patrick Riley helped him but both were rescued exhausted. Joseph Vaughan and Bernard Mullen were charged with stealing a $20 silver watch from James Chisholm on Cross Street. it was recovered. The policy shop at 712 Washington Street was raided. James Morse arrested for running the place.

John L. Bryson Gol Street Fred Harding Washington Street Jordan, Marsh & Co Jeremiah Boyle Old Harbor Street West End P. Donnell Biddeford Boston and Maine Massachusetts General Hospital Edward Hunderstroth Emerald Street Chaptoan Cornelius Crowley William Donacliff Draper Charles Blake No. 47 Clarke Street Sargent’s Wharf Patrick Riley Riley Murray Court Joseph Vaughan Bernard Mullen James Chisholm Cross Street Fourth Division James Morse

Tilden G Abbott arraigned on embezzlement charge in Watertown

Tilden G Abbott was arraigned before Commissioner Hallett forenoon Wednesday on embezzling funds of the Union Market National Bank of Watertown. Attorney Joseph Bennett waived indictment reading and sought a postponement. Abbott held in 25000 bail to May 7 at 10 A M. He is also indicted by Middlesex county grand jury for alleged forgery of notes totaling 845 dollars of the same bank.

Tilden G. Abbott Hallett Union Market National Bank of Watertown Abbott Joseph Bennett United States District Sanger Bennett Middlesex County Grand Jury

Hurricane hits Couppeyville demolishing church and homes

A hurricane visited Couppeyville Kansas causing destruction of a Christian church and many houses with barns blown down. The same page advertises G W Simmons & Co suits at 18 and 20 dollars, listing 40 styles of German Austrian Scotch and English suitings and Angostura Bitters endorsed by physicians and chemists.

Couppeyville Kas Huckerswagen G. W. Simmons & Co North Street J. G. B. Siegert

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