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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

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May 07, 1886

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Terror's Reign in Milwaukee Sparked by Rioting Fire

Carcaco Illinois May 6 An incendiary fire in lumber yards near the North Avenue bridge was started this morning and a car with explosives and a fuse was found. Twenty rioters in the Twelfth street district were arraigned and held at 300 dollars bail. The fund for slain and wounded officers rose to 28000 dollars with subscriptions from D V White and the New York Board of Trade. Prosecutors vow to press charges to the full extent, review all evidence, and present to the next grand jury.

Carcaco North Avenue Bridge Twelfth Street D. V. White Lackawanna New York Board of Trade

Detectives raid homes for arms and anarchist literature

Detectives inspected 822 Henry Street and found fifty rounds of ammunition two rifles a sword bayonet a revolver a billy and anarchist literature. Gustav Stenge arrested as a bomb maker. Police raided 71 West Lake Street seizing red flags banners with threats against authorities. A search at 105 Wells Street found rifle stands. no arrests as occupants absent. Weapons taken to police station for safekeeping.

ChicaGo Henry Street Gustav Stenge West Lake Fireet Chicago Avenue No. 105 Wells Street

Two Fires Break Out Simultaneously in Cuica Localities

At 11:50 p.m. two alarms rang from Ashland avenue bridge in the lumber district and from State and Harrison streets in the city’s poorest quarter. By 12:26 a.m. both blazes were extinguished. Police have no reports on incendiary origin. In Cuica news, coroner probes reveal Charles Kester was stabbed, not shot, amid anarchist suspicion. An officer cites Stenge as the bomb thrower. Burnett and Carpenter are connected in the case. Officer Barrett dies, raising to three the police deaths from the injuries.

Carcado Ashland Avenue Bridge State and Harrison Streets State Harrison Streets Ashland Avenue CuicaGo Charles Kester Kester Stenge Burnett Carpenter Staniford Street Whall Ward 7 Taylor Dover Street Federal Street Chelsea Bridge Broadway Bridge Ladd. McCleary Common Council McCleary Post 92 Brighton Lee Barry Cochran Common Winthrop Square Charlestown Ann Casey Roxbury Roxbury Panal Department of Public Grounds

Bay View Fusillade Claims Two More Lives

Milwaukee May 6 reports two additional deaths from wounds in yesterday's Bay View fusillade, bringing total to six. Two others remain critical with little hope of recovery as the city notes an end to the troubled incident.

Milwaukee Bay View

Governor Rusk warns Polander riot talk in Milwaukee

Governor Rusk told Alderman Rudinski and residents that quiet at home or going to work is required and that he will mobilize the state to prevent riot. Rudinski threatened mobs on the street and faced possible arrest for inciting a riot. Rusk said Rudinski would be held responsible for future troubles prompted by his advice.

Husk Milwaukee Waukeen Rudinski Rusk Quilitia

Milwaukee Socialists Arrested as Weapons Seized

Milwauken dispatch reports Frank Hirth and several Socialists arrested in Simon's barber shop afternoon. Revolvers and guns seized from Socialist holdings. bail set at 5000 each. Grand jury ordered to probe. Evening arrests net more firearms and ammunition from homes and residences.

Milwavuken Frank Hirth Simon Mallory

Chicago Strikers Denounce Rioters In New York Statement

Alexander Sullivan of Chicago ex president of the Irish National League of America says rioters have no labor backing. He notes a 1000 person meeting with few workmen, most attendees not socialist, and praises Chicago workers for supporting order against anarchists. He left Chicago before the riot began and asserts police can handle the situation.

Chicago New York Alexander Sullivan Natonal League of America

Anarchist Parsons Believed Seen in Cleveland Crowd

A man answering to the anarchist Parsons description greeted by Bohemians on the Lake Shore train from the West arrives in Cleveland. Authorities pursue clues as reports spread of Parsons location after his Chicago escape Tuesday night.

Cleveland Parsons Chicago Lake Shore West

Stranger’s Arrival Sparks Fear of Labor Riot in City

A mysterious visitor drew friends and converts to his doctrines as incendiary circulars urging laborers to arms appeared citywide. Bohemian residents in Ward 14 remain smarting from a police defeat during last summer’s rolling mill strikes, heightening risk of renewed unrest.

No Room For Socialism Urges Calm After Anarchist Attacks

The New York Herald denounces anarchist violence in Chicago and Milwaukee and warns against condemning the innocent amid the latest bloodshed. It condemns dynamite reform and urges justice tempered with restraint, stressing openness to laborers and inclusive opportunity.

Curious Crimes Prominent Man Charged with Arson

In Wantincror Connecticut on May 6 Frank H Morse a traveling agent for the Empire Pottery Company was rearrested in Trenton New Jersey and brought to court accused of setting fire to the glass works stock and fixtures on May 20 1883 to defraud insurance companies He is held on a 3000 bond and the case has aroused much excitement due to his social standing and the alleged involvement of other prominent parties

Conn Frank H. Morse Superior Court Trenton Empire Pottery Company Austen Morse Bartholomew

Altered Agent of the Credit Foncier Arrested at Montreal

A Frenchman, Paul de la Neuville, was arrested in Montreal on charges of issuing false bonds. He posed as an authorized agent of the Credit Foncier de France, selling bonds and taking instalments. Authorities confirm no such agent exists and fraud is suspected, with a large amount involved and revelations anticipated.

Pat Upsilon Fraternity Opens Fiftieth Convention at Lehigh

The Pat Upsilon fraternity launched its fiftieth annual convention in Bethlehem Penn with all chapters represented. Literary exercises were led by Judge Hooper C. Van Vorst of New York. Rev. Dr. Charles H. Hall of Brooklyn delivered the oration, Professor Bailer of Brown University was the poet, and Rev. Dr. Samuel Goodale of Columbus officiated as chaplain.

Benmenem Penn Pat Upsilon Eta Lehigh University Hooper C. van Vorst New York Charles H. Hall Brooklyn Bailer Brown University Samuel Goodale Columbus Neb

Burglar shot George Coe fatally wounded near Englewood

Englewood New Jersey May 6 George Coe nephew of a New York bank president was shot by a burglar after finding the intruder at a schoolhouse light. Coe was wounded in shoulder and abdomen. His brother Louis and Brinkerhot overpowered the burglar and hid him until help arrived. Coe is reported dying. a man matching the burglar’s description was arrested at Nyack.

Englewood N. J George Coe American Exchange Bank New York Louis Brinkerhot Louis Coe Nyack

Chicago Officials dispute claim on slaughterhouse water

Chicago Health Commissioner Dewolf rejects the New York board of health assertion that artesian well water used to wash beef at Swift and Armour slaughterhouses is unfit for contact with food. He notes the water is the same as Chicago’s other water supply and says it is particularly pure. Professors Long of Northwestern and Patton the government chemist are analyzing samples.

New York Board of Health Chicago Swift & Armour Dewolf Lake Long Northwestern University Patton

Fires Set In Three Places In Shenandoah Ward

An unsuccessful but planned arson attempt aimed to burn a five ward area in Shenandoah Penn. late last night. Fires started simultaneously at three spots in the fifth ward were spotted early and extinguished before spreading. No injuries or crews found at the scene.

Shenandoah Penn

Greene Monument Bronze Tablet Unveiled in Chatham Centenary

Savannah May 6 prominence of Chatham Artillery centennial marked by unveiling a bronze tablet on General Nathaniel Greene monument. Hon Jefferson Davis delivered remarks praising Greene and his services to the revolutionary cause.

Savannah Chatham Artillery Nathaniel Greene Jefferson Davis

South Boston man injured by runaway team

Harry Whitehouse of 480 Dorchester Avenue, South Boston, was run over by his own team yesterday morning. He was brought to City Hospital in a dangerous condition with badly crushed legs, a fractured right arm, and eight broken ribs.

Harry Whitehouse Dorchester Avenue Boston City Hospital

Sugar Refinery To Start Up In Nova Scotia

FIRLIFAX May 6 A syndicate has arranged to purchase the Nova Scotia sugar refinery for 250000 dollars with subscriptions already raised and the resumption of operations at the refinery assured.

Firlifax N. S Nova Scotia

Fitzgerald Likely to Succeed Mr Pillsbury

Washington May 6 A letter to John E Fitzgerald offering him Internal Revenue Collector Pillsburys post has circulated. Colonel Lamont declined to deny the letter while Mr Collins said he knew nothing about the matter. The candidate for the Boston Post Office remains unsettled with the president’s letter under discussion.

Washington John E. Fitzgerald Boston Post Office Fitzgerald Pillsbury Colonel Lamont Mr. Collins

Senate Debates Amendments to Interstate Commerce Bill

In Washington on May 6 the Senate took up the interstate commerce bill. Senator Wilson of Iowa offered a change to prevent railroads from claiming equal charges for short and long hauls. The amendment was approved amid other proposals and a vote schedule was set before Tuesday adjournment.

Senate Washington Mr. Wilson Iowa

O Neill Resolution on Home Rule Draws Mixed Openness

In Washington May 6 the House foreign affairs committee debated Congressman O Neill s resolution of thanks to Mr Gladstone over Ireland. Perry Belmont feared the move but anticipated quick approval if raised in the House. The committee adjourned without action as members sought precedent for such a resolution while O Neill and Irish sympathizers planned to push it later despite doubts.

O'Neill Washington Carlisle O’neill Pekin Rome France China M. de Freycinet Vatican Indorse Gladstone Dusuin Dungannon County Tyrone Mr. Gladstone All Ireland Daniel McGettingar Armagh Gladstone London Lord Hartington

President Cleveland Plans Careful Review of Pension Bills

Washington May 6 President Cleveland intends to examine private pension bills before signing. Representatives of the pension office have asked pension committees for papers in several cases recently passed by both houses and sent to the President. He says too many private pension bills have been approved and will personally review evidence to decide which should be signed. The task could involve hundreds of cases.

Cleveland Washington Pension Office

Postmaster Tobey's Posture Unclear After Talks

Assistant Postmaster Tobey returned home without commenting on his father's status. He sought approval for more clerks and carriers while Congressman Collins pushed a subcommittee bill to relieve Tobey of $200 disallowed on a technicality. Collins denied any resignation rumor and cited no new information.

Tobey Washington Congressman Collins Committee On Durham Collins

Ivy City Opening Day Draws Large Crowd at Spring Meet

Washington May 6 The Ivy City course opened to strong attendance with several notable results. Favor won the six furlongs in 1:164 with Lord Lorne second and Strathspey third. Dry Monopole captured the mile dash in 1:434. Duke of Westmoreland was runner-up and Hibernia took third. Berson won the National Hotel handicap 14 miles in 1:57, Tomasin second, Eolian third. Springfield won the three year olds sweepstakes 1} miles in 1:59 with John C second and Frank C B third. Marshall won the handicap steeplechase on the full course, the only finisher out of four.

Washington Ivy City Favor Lord Lorne Strathspey Dry Monopole Duke of Westmoreland Hibernia Berson Tomasin Eolian Springfield

Majority and Minority Reports on Woman Suffrage

The House judiciary committee reports adversely on the proposed woman suffrage amendment and recommends it lie on the table. The minority report, signed by Taylor Hepburn Caswell and Ranney, urges that the question receive full public discussion despite the committee’s silence.

Washington House Judiciary Committee Messrs. E. B. Taylor Hepburn Caswell Ranney

Southern Baptists to Meet in Montgomery Tomorrow

Frontgomery Alabama May 6 The Southern Baptist convention meets here tomorrow for the first time since 1855. More than 600 delegates are already gathered and many distinguished Baptist clergymen and laymen are present. Numerous important questions will be considered.

Frontgomery Ala Southern Baptist Convention

Phrase quoted shows fear as danger nears by Herr Most

The New York World notes Herr Most acts quickly to vacate at the first sign of danger, implying he is aware of a chilling phrase about the devil seizing the hind. The remark frames his alarm as a prompt response to perceived threat and insinuates a broader sense of peril surrounding him.

Herr Most New York World

Lynch mob lynches man near Keysville in Virginia

In Richmond on May 6 a mob stormed the Keysville jail and hanged Dick Walker a young Black man who had attempted to assault a young woman nearby. Police reported the arrest earlier and the lynching occurred last night. The event underscores racial violence and mob action in the region.

Richmond Dick Walker Keysville

Weather outlook for New England states May 7

Fair weather at dawn gives way to local rains across Massachusetts Rhode Island and Connecticut. Variable winds pick up later with slightly warmer temperatures on Friday morning, according to regional forecasts from Wasmmoeron.

Massachusetts Rhode Island Connecticut

House Passes River and Harbor Bill After Amendments

In Washington on May 6 the House resumed debate on the river and harbor bill. Amended provisions set total appropriations at 15,164,277 dollars. Rejection of motions to recommit with funds of 10 million and 8 million was recorded by votes of 143 to 102.

Washington House Messrs. Spooner Rhode Island Holman Indiana Yeas

Tribune Correspondent Explains Telephon e Investigation Details

The Tribune correspondent Mr Clark faced continued examination before the telephone investigation committee in Washington in May. He testified Hill supplied a statement attacking Attorney General Garland for taking a retainer in a North Carolina railroad case.

Tribune Washington Clark Hill Garland North Carolina Tle

Witness Examination Details Mention Pan Electric Story

The examination of the witness continued at length with semi-explanatory testimony. Explanations of publishing the Pan Electric story and efforts to inform the committee are noted as amusing. Mr Garland is described as his friend.

Pan- Electric Garland

Congress Cannet Interfere over state fishing limits

Washington May 6. House judiciary committee directed an adverse report on a bill allowing citizens of one state to fish in another state waters. Committee says Congress has no jurisdiction. each state must regulate its own policy. Washington May 6. General Corse works to have Edward Garcelon confirmed as Winchester Mass postmaster. Corse supporters expect confirmation despite opposition. Washington May 6. Senator Fair proposes removing Apache Indians to Santa Catalina Island near Los Angeles. Riots in Chicago and Milwaukee discussed with calls for protection of government property. Washington May 6. Miller reports favorably a bill extending eight hour workday to letter carriers under section 3735.

Congress Washington House Judiciary Committee Garcelon Corse Edward Garcelon Winchester Mass Messrs Collins Lovering Scannerl Senator Fair Nevada Secretary of the Interior Miller Committee On Education and Labor New York Field Clark Sage Higinson Boston Field and Gleason Clark and Higginson Commonwealth Mr. Field Frances Higginson Tower Haven Griswold Kingsbury Fitz Balaam Massachusetts Salem Great Barrington Joseph Wight Robinson Chicopee Stockbridge

Greece Faces War Powers After Ultimatum

May 6 Athens reports Premier Delyannis’ reply to the powers’ ultimatum as inadequate. Foreign ministers will depart, garrison soldiers are summoned, deputies and officers ordered to front, and Turkish massing is noted. A Turkish gunboat arrives at Pirous. Gladstone says Greece’s assurances fail to halt Turkey’s warlike stance.

Athens Delyannis Chamber of Deputies Pirous Gladstone Greece Lonpon House of Commons Turkey

Minnie Palmers Manager Arrested In London Duel Threat

London on May 6 a Bow Street magistrate issued a warrant for John Rogers Miss Minnie Palmers manager to arrest him for threatening to fight a duel with Arnold a member of the company playing My Sweetheart at the Strand Theatre Miss Palmers star. Also mentions other international notes on politics religion and health.

Minnie Palmer London Bow Street John Rogers Arnold Sweetheart Strand Theatre Miss Palmer Mr. Arnold

Blacksmith Frank Innis Badly Beaten in Seymour

Seymour Connecticut May 6 Frank Innis a 25 year old blacksmith was found in a pool of blood on Main street unconscious with a fractured skull and severe facial wounds. He showed no improvement through the day as investigators pursue two men said to be in a drunken Saturday night altercation and suspected of the assault.

Seymour, Conn Frank Innis Main Street Envis

Albany despatch claims aqueduct bill advances amid mayor A C moves

A private Albany despatch reports the aqueduct bill passed both houses with the Mayor and comptroller struck out. It notes a rumor of a backroom deal to pass a bill granting President Mooney of the board of aldermen the power to appoint excise commissioners.

New York Albany Mooney Board of Aldermen

Bail Granted After Embezzlement Charge In North Adams

Springfield May 6 William Bower clerk of the Northern Berkshire District Court is admitted to $1000 bail at North Adams on a charge of embezzlement. An DA ordered investigation shows a $100 shortage. Bower says only remissness will be disclosed at trial and denies falsifying accounts.

Springfield William Bower Northern Berkshire District Court North Adams Bower

Young Naval Apprentice Arrested for Newark Burglary

Eugene McGinty an 18 year old naval apprentice on the training ship New Hampshire was arrested for burglary and assault in Newark in February. He will be sent to New Jersey without a requisition.

Providence Eugene McGinty New Hampshire Newark New Jersey

Foreman Patrick Welch Killed by Express Train

Springfield May 6 Patrick Welch 30 state road division foreman was killed by an express train on the New Haven and Northampton line at the east end of the Hoosac tunnel He leaves a family.

Springfield Patrick Welch State Road New Haven and Northampton Hoosac

Fire losses in April reach 2 million in US and Canada

New York May 6 The Daily Commercial Bulletin estimates April fire losses in the United States and Canada at about 2,000,000 dollars, about 500,000 dollars above the eleven year average for the month.

New York United States Canada

Aldermen arraigned on bribery charges in Broadway railroad case

New York Aldermen Farley Wendell McQuade Duffy Fulgraff and Cleary, indicted for bribery in the Broadway railroad franchise scandal, were arraigned today and pleaded not guilty to the indictments.

New York Farley Wendell, McQuade Duffy Fulgraff Cleary Broadway

Pedler Arthur Ford Arrested for Forged Lease Signature

Arthur B. Ford, a professional pedler, was arrested last night by Patrolman Hoffman of Division 4. He faces charges of signing the name of Mrs. Young of 114 Park Street, Chelsea, to a lease.

Arthur B. Ford Hoffman Division 4 Mra. Young Park Street Chelsea

Boston Laborers Hold Their Own Amid Blockades and Strikes

Boston workers and master builders stand firm as laborers across the city discuss wages and hours. Fishing vessels prepare to lay up as crews demand a bigger share of profits and owner costs. Carpenters and painters report quiet headquarters while unions press for nine hour days with no wage rise.

Whitcomb Association Sayward Master Builders’ Association Devonshie Street Boston Boston Preas Whitney Bros Wareham Street Seinster Builders’ Association H. Whitney Columbia Rink G. Y. Smith H. W. Morrison McJames & Kennedy C. L. Banks J. F. Beale C. KE. Morrison Burton Brewery Boston Highlands Souther J. K. Souther & Co Rathmell Schell Rathmenl J. K. Souther Carpenters’ Union Rickmasons’ Assembly Caledonian Hall Michael J. Carroll Liberty Square Gorham Arthur Noble Andrew Jackson Michael Lambe Donovan & Jones J. Piggren William Murphy C. W. Drew

Cincinnati Police Force Strengthened Amid Strikes

Cincinnati reports police strength bolstered as freight handlers return to work with little effect on other strikers. By May 6 the city notes ongoing disturbances as workers resume duties, with authorities tightening precautions and maintaining order.

Cincinnati

Labor Turmoil Triggers Citywide Strikes and Police Call

Wage concessions offered by some factories meet with acceptance from most workers while eight hours and 20 percent raises are granted in parts of industry. Street railway laborers and city water works staff halted work, prompting the Mayor to mobilize a large special police force as citizens' organizations form across the city.

Switchmen Strike Halts Western Indiana Road Traffic

Chicago May 6 switch tenders on the Western Indiana road at First street and Grand crossing quit work, blocking routes on incoming lines. About eighteen men at Forty-First Street demanded $55 monthly pay. after refusal they struck, preventing engines, cars, or roundhouse access. Special policemen and railroad officials struggled to move trains as engineers and firemen refused to run without proper instruction. Local authorities took little action.

ChicaGo First Street Grand Crossing Yorty-first Street Fortieth Street Wabash Road Lyford Chisago Eastern Illinois Lake Police Ind Pawtucket Providence Lorraine Mills Third Avenue New York Third Avenue Railroad Chicago West Division Railway Company American Bridge Works Pullman Car Works Rockport Knights of Labor Pigeon Hall

Disastrous Eight Four Strike Hits Washington

In Washington on May 6 labor troubles hardened into a lockout as many employers refused eight hours work for ten hours pay. The master builders warn the strike harms the city with canceled luxury orders while unions urge workers from other cities to stay away. Iron mines south and east of Reading restart with wage hikes as crews resume work.

Washington Penn East Pennsylvania Here Allentown

Monitor of Gloucester Sails From St Pierre to Port May

Captain McDonald reports the schooner Monitor from Gloucester sailed from St Pierre and ran aground at Port May, N F last night. Built in 1885 in Essex Mass, 95 tons, she was among the port’s finest vessels. Owned by Captain Andrew Leighton, it carried $7470 insurance on hull and $2200 on outfit with the Mutual Fishing Insurance Company. Crew were saved.

Gloucester McDonald Monitor St. Pierre Port May N. F Essex Mass Andrew Leighton Mutual Fishing Insurance Company

Closing Arguments in the Great Case on State Bonds

Enthusiastic crowds fill the State House top floor as the bond sale dispute centers on the New York and New England bonds. Attorney General Sherman defends the Governor and council while Field and Higginson press claims of improper bidding and libel. David Dudley Field counters with evidence of alleged suppression and conspiracy, urging investigation and vindication for the petitioners.

State House Cyrus W. Field Francis L. Higginson Commonwealth New York New England Senator Joyner Sidney Bartlett Mr. Field Cyrus W. Wield, Jr Sherman Stackpole Directors of the Road Field Gusten David Dudley Field Bartlett Boston Gaston Choate Gleason Massachusetts Palmer Haverhill Foster Supreme Bench Mayo Hampden County Commissioners Higginson Mr. Clark Robinson Feld Vanderbilt Messrs. Field and Sage Messrs. Higginson Potter, Tower and Clark Henry Higginson Potter Higginson Syndicate

Crapo Favored for Republicans Nomination over Ames Says Courant

Stratford Court says if a deal links Ames for Governor with any senatorship bid it would hurt Ames. It predicts Charles Dick Crapo will gain popularity among Republican nominating men and win the nomination. The paper argues voters will judge each office on its merits.

Governor Long Oliver Ames Robinson Mr. Ames Long Ames Massachusetts Crapo Andrew

No Playing with the Red Flag, Labor Urged to Stamp It Out

Hertford Courant urges American workers to drive out alien anarchists and their red flag. It questions the role of Powderlys and Arthurs and insists there shall be no tolerance for revolutionary agitation in the United States, calling for decisive action by organized labor.

Powderlys Arthurs Herr Mosts United States Hertford Courant

Playing with matches sparks attic fire in brick dwelling

Box 67 rang at 8 58 last evening for a fire in the second story of a brick dwelling at 1 May street owned by J Baker and occupied by Fred F Porter. Fire caused by two children playing with matches. Patrolman Fernald of Division 4 rescued the two children from the attic. Loss estimated at 50 dollars.

May Street J. Baker Fred Ff. Porter Fernald Division 4

Voice of Colonel fades from Ohio as whippoorwill returns

The San Francisco Alta notes Colonel Jim Donagin's voice fading in Ohio while the evening whippoorwill fills the hours. It says Colonel Sim's sober indictment of Senator Payne was empty, like the bottle that inspired it.

Jim Donagin Ohio Sim Senator Payne San Francisco Alta

Down by the Seaside Poem Ties to Major Handy Bar Harbor Story

The Philadelphia News prints a charming poem titled Down by the Seaside and recalls Major Moses P. Handy’s stay at Bar Harbor two years ago. It notes the sad scene as he held James G. Blane’s pale hands during the bearing-down pains and the martyr’s suffering in Lis4.

Philadelphia News Moses P. Handy Bar Harbor James G. Blane Chicago News

Terrance O Bhea Falls Fourteen Feet in Loft Nap

Terrance O Bhea collapsed asleep in a Langdon Place stable loft and fell fourteen feet. He was found insensible and transported to City Hospital where doctors say his injuries are not severe.

Terrance O'Bhea Langdon Place

Maine Sons of Veterans elect officers at Lewiston encampment

New England notes report the Maine Sons of Veterans elected officers at the Lewiston hall of Custer Post. Edward K. Gould of Rockland was chosen colonel, Charles M. Wadsworth of Gardiner lieutenant colonel, George A. Fields of Lewiston major, and H. L. Wright of Auburn chaplain. Memorial services for Professors Sanborn Noyes and Brown will be held in Hanover New Hampshire on June 2 with Rev. William J. Tucker of Andover Theological Seminary delivering the address. All college exercises at Hanover and nearby conclude June 17 to allow the parents to be present at the unveiling of the Webster statue in Concord.

Maine Sons of Veterans Custer Lewiston Edward K. Gould Rockland Charles VI. Wadsworth Gardiner George A. Fields H. L. Wright Auburn Sanborn Noyes Brown Hanover N. H William J. Tucker Andover Theological Seminary Dartmouth College Hannity Webster Concord

A Job for Jones and Small in Washington

The revivalists Jones and Small plan to campaign in Washington next autumn to convert Congressmen over the river and harbor bill. They aim for hard, worldly work, pressing those who vote large sums for private interests while neglecting essential public needs. They urge practical religion to sway log-rollers at the Capitol.

Jones Small Washington Congress Messrs. Jones Capitol

Booth rises above press abuse in dramatic career

The Chicago Herald extols Booth for his singular career and uprightness, noting petty critics in New York journalism attempt to drag the dramatic profession through abuse. It describes his rise to an esteemed position despite adversity and vilification by some in the metropolitan press.

Booth New York Metropolitan Press Snower Chicago Herald

Horse Kicks Man Fractures Skull and Jaw in Boston

John Holland aged 25 of Third street South Boston was kicked by a horse while at work on Sixth street last evening. He was taken to City Hospital with a fracture at the base of the skull and a fracture of the lower jaw. His condition is serious.

John Holland Third Street Boston Sixth Street City Hospital

Queen Opens British Colonial Exhibition Inauguration

A New York wire notes the inauguration of the British Colonial exhibition, described as a gigantic jackpot with a royal opening by a queen and royal entourage, signaling a grand ceremonial start.

Hoyle New York

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