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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1892
Page
8
An advertisement extols Pearline soap substitute for washing clothes dishes and housework. It promises thorough, safe cleaning without heavy rubbing, noting savings in time and money and warns to beware of imitations. James Pyle of New York endorses the product.
A broad strike sweeps boilers and plumbers across East Boston Cambridge and South Boston with 700 workers walking out to press for a nine hour day and maintained pay. Local plants like Cunningham Iron Works J Russell & Son and Atlantic Iron Works are affected while Granite Manufacturers threaten a January 1 1893 stop work ultimatum.
In Hartford yesterday, Charles E. Sherwood died by his own hand in a furnished house at 84 Kendall Street Roxbury. His wife and three children, aged 9, 11 and 16, remain, with Mrs Sherwood in nervous prostration after the telegram. She says he deserted them about three years ago and she supported the family by sawing and washing. She has only fifty cents.
The twelfth synodical council of the Reformed Episcopal Church will convene at St. Luke's Church in Cambridge Massachusetts on Wednesday May 11 at 11 am. Officers include President Bishop William R Nicholson LD D of Philadelphia vice president William W Thrope of Scranton secretary George W Douglas of Newark treasurer William A Hammer of Philadelphia.
Mr and Mrs Jean Paul Selinger hosted an afternoon reception at their Tre mont street apartments yesterday. Guests included Miss Marie Burroughs and Mr Louis Massen. Attendees enjoyed portraits and other artworks in Mr Seinger s studio and pleasant conversation.
Prymouth New Hampshire May 4 Frank Almy faced Judge Doe for a rehearing on his case. The petition sought to submit testimony about the fatal wound and prior correspondence with the victim. The court upheld the premeditated nature of the crime and extended the death sentence by five months two weeks, delaying execution until May 18, 1893.
Almy spent the night in the court room above the entrance where he was lodged during last November’s trial as townsfolk threaten lynching. He arrived under guard and fears further danger from agitated locals.
The court ordered Dr. Frank W. Draper, professor of legal medicine at Harvard Medical School, to testify as an impartial expert. The Doe case proceeded with Draper called to the stand after the plaintiff and defense had presented their arguments.
Dr Draper described experiments with a 44 caliber revolver aimed at blotting paper and a live test on a 24 year old girl, detailing wound characteristics and distances. He warned that firing into the mouth or ear would be devastating and that bullets carry a smooch wiped by tissue. Other doctors testified about the wound and intent. A court ruling admitted correspondence between Almy and Christie Warden. The session recessed until 7 p m.
Dramatic courtroom scenes recount Judge Doe and the murderer Almy facing execution and public scrutiny. The article details debates over sentencing legality, potential habeas corpus, and the prisoner’s night of fear, followed by a morning appearance and reflections on the courtroom drama.
Dr. Charles Kingman of Boston described how a bullet can lacerate inner labia while sparing the outer. He stated examiners would find inner injuries or a hand-entry wound. Defense witnesses echoed, noting accidents could cause wounds and contact shots may be unlikely.
Judge Doe delivers first degree murder verdict after review of expert testimony. Frank C Almy is sentenced to be hanged at Concord prison on the third Tuesday of May 1898, with deputies escorting him to the prison tomorrow. The court notes the defendant’s claim the first shot was accidental.
The finance committee’s 3,080,000 loan for multiple municipal needs triggered a special Aldermen meeting. Transfers, corrections, and a delay followed as the Oakland Garden item faced removal, provoking wide debate with Park Commission and workers’ needs discussed. An order limited street work permits to Union Freight Railroad Corp employees per a prior board order.
A dramatic council collapse at Sleeper Hall ends with Henry H. Edes announcing mass resignations. Offenders include Abner C. Goodell Jr and a long list of officers and council members. A five member committee will meet with the council to seek reconsideration or fill vacancies.
At the Democratic State convention Spencer O Fisher Don A Dickinson Edward Ryan and Edward F Uh were elected delegates at large to the national convention. The platform backs Grover Cleveland for the presidency and urges unity in voting for his nomination. Milwaukee delegates also chosen for Cleveland and electors at large.
No. 3 Old State House in Boston, once a leading transportation hub under L. H. Palmer, remains a popular source for securing tickets or drawing-room car seats on Shore Line express trains and the Colonial Express between Boston and Washington.
The Third Army Corps Union, oldest veteran body, gathers in Parker's today for its twenty-ninth annual meeting and banquet. Colonel William L. Candler chairs arrangements with a schedule including reunions at Parker's, business meetings, and a boat trip to Deer Island and Fort Warren with a city reception planned for 6:50 PM. Colonel Mansfield will explain the new guns added to fortifications.
The ad declares Royal Baking Powder makes cakes whiter sweeter lighter finer tastier and more wholesome than any other powder. It asserts the last spoonful in a can remains as good as the first and that Royal’s keeping qualities surpass competitors. A spoonful of Royal supposedly goes further due to its purity.
Boston residents and merchants react to hard coal price increases as fuel costs bite. Legislator Mellen calls for federal action, proposing a Massachusetts congressional demand for relief. A mass meeting is suggested to denounce the coal trust while hotel and theatre figures voice concern over higher costs and calls for a remedy.
The Post reported yesterday a carousal ended in the drowning of a participant. William E. Wool of 8 Crescent Street West Quincy was arrested on suspicion of foul play but discharged after examination. The companion’s body was found drowned and was not yet identified.
While backing into Pier 5 Charlestown the hawser parted injuring Joseph Silva whose right leg was broken and George Neil whose left leg was badly fractured. The incident occurred yesterday morning aboard the Allan line steamer Prussian.
Lieutenant Little of Station 2 received a letter last evening containing 5 for Julien Aikman. The note, signed Sailor, said the writer saw Post's article about Aikman published Wednesday morning.
A large fire has broken out in Rushville Indiana prompting Indianapolis fire crews to prepare an aid response. The Rushville department works to control the blaze as neighboring units gear up to assist. No injuries or causes are yet reported.
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