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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1892
Page
2
The piece argues against spring tonics and claims spring sickness is best treated by a pure stimulant. It promotes Duffy's Pure Malt whiskey as the only medicinal whiskey with proven quality, endorsed by physicians, while warning others are inferior and ineffective. It urges readers to favor Duffys for seasonal cleansing.
Cold Water men awake as the Prohibition State committee met at their headquarters with members from all sections. The million note agreement committee sent signature blanks to every city and town. Literature and public meetings committees push newspaper space and speaker tours. Ex Governors St John and Mrs Gongar slated for appearances. funds exceed $1000.
The Loyal Legion of the United States Commandery of Massachusetts met at the American House with 350 members. Gen John L Otis presided. Governor Russell attended. An evening banquet followed the business session. New officers were elected including Thomas Sherwin as commander and Henry Higginson as senior vice commander. New members were elected.
The suit to recover about 1 million dollars in gilt edged securities held by Old Colony Trust Company was settled quietly by counsel. The securities were deposited by New York parties with a signed agreement that certain bills before Albany would assign classes of securities to named individuals. It was linked to a New York rapid transit bill and the case was expected to reveal a bribe scheme.
The New England Railroad Club will meet at the United States Hotel on Wednesday evening May 11 to discuss Rule 8 of the Master Car Builders Association code. Colonel Frank H. Forbes will present an interesting paper.
A small fire alarm at Bar 5 reported a closet blaze on the third floor of 203 Portland Street. The building houses Heywood Bros. Co. as a store. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon around 3 25 o'clock.
The city faces a deadlock between park commissioners and the Board of Aldermen over opening the Charlesbank gym. Alderman Rust advocates opening using existing park funds, while Park Commissioner Walker argues financial constraints prevent it. The Post surveyed aldermen, finding no compromise among officials. The gym remains a luxury under maintenance budgeting constraints as the city plans for future park expansion.
The trial ends with James Albert Trefethen found guilty of first degree murder while William H Smith is acquitted. Foreman Wood announces verdict after lengthy deliberation as spectators and reporters witness the dramatic courtroom scene. Smith celebrates freedom as Trefethen faces sentencing at the June term.
The judge over two hours explains the burden of proof, that one defendant may be guilty if one acted or assisted, and the jury must find guilt beyond reasonable doubt. He defines malice, premeditation, and the two degree murder distinction, noting manslaughter is not supported by the evidence. The charge emphasizes that the Commonwealth must prove every material fact and the defense bears no burden.
A Toronto Canada advertisement promises a first class England trip plus 8200 in cash for the first correct reply to a puzzle about Henry and John. Subsequent rewards include bicycle, music box, gold watch, diamond earrings, silk dress patterns, a piano, Kodak, and tennis outfits, with postal entry rules and stamps required.
Thirteen moulders and helpers at the Bradford iron foundry refused to work Monday awaiting regular pay. Manager Webb tried to fill vacancies after paying the group on Saturday night, then discharged them. The Star of the West union, based in Lawrence, is involved. Only a few workers remain on site.
Delegates-at-large to the national Republican convention will attend the Norfolk Club meeting at Young's Hotel on Wednesday evening May 11. The Hon. William W Crapp Hon J Q A Brackett and General William Cogswell will be present along with The Hon F T Greenhige and Governor elect Brown of Rhode Island.
The Senate debated a bill to convey about 3200 acres of the Furt Hayes reservation to Kansas for veterans homes and to open remaining lands to homestead settlement. A motion to strike the homestead clause failed, adjournment attempts failed, and the Senate moved to executive business with a 4 10 adjournment to tomorrow. In the House, conference on the Chinese exclusion bill passed 155 to 23, a Sugar Trust inquiry was requested, Readie coal case discussed, and appropriations deliberations began with the river and harbor bill before adjournment.
Thomas C. Platt rejected Shepard's claims that twenty six New York delegates to Minneapolis were instructed for Harrison and that over 500 delegates backed the President. He said both statements are absurd and not authorized by the New York Republican delegation or the party. He declined to discuss Harrison's chances.
The office of the POST invites subscribers to secure an engraving worth several dollars by presenting thirty coupons in person or via a friend. Mailing costs are eight cents. Four month subscriptions priced at $1 qualify for an engraving in advance and additional engravings upon presenting more coupons. You can begin today.
The House debated the Senate grade crossing abolition bill and labor intimidation measures. Amendments sought railroad consent rules and city impact, but the Powers amendment failed, and the bill moved to a third reading. A McLoughlin anti intimidation bill faced factions before passage, while a railroad hours bill failed in the Senate by 14 to 15, despite argument that it protected workers and public safety.
An article argues that prudent investing favors proven gains over speculation. It highlights the new Cotton Picker machine by Angus Campbell as a nearly risk free venture due to large labor savings. The piece notes the cotton industry’s immense scale, last year’s crop value, and the potential for substantial profits from stock sales in Boston at 51 Milk Street.
Naswoa New Hampshire May 4 Mrs Mary Mc Carthy aged 101 dies at the county farm Wilton in this obituary notice.
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