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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1875

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Grant Gossip and Courtier Secrets Stir 19th Century Politics

A Boston Post despatch from March 7 reports on Grant era political intrigue. Morton wields influence over a new Internal Revenue Service Commissioner while questions arise about a potential 1876 bid. Third term talk fades as Sargent’s role grows and jealous rivals seek leverage. Relief funds move from Peshtigo to Oshkosh, with continued political meetings and routine matters noted. Edward S. Merrill is confirmed as Postmaster at Farmington, Me.

Morton Douglass Internal Revenue Grant Indiana Cameron Senator Sargent Gen. Grant Sargent Oshkosh Pisrreport

Kentucky Democrats propose state rights platform at Louisville convention

At Louisville Kentucky on May 7 the Democratic convention nominated John K Underwood for Lieutenant Governor Thomas E Moss for Attorney General D Howard Smith for Auditor and J W Tate for Treasurer The platform denounces federal overreach and defends states rights pledging to canvass the state for the Democratic ticket led by Cassius M Cray who vows to carry the state.

Louisville Kentucky John K. Underwood Bowling Green Thomas E. Moss Paduca D. Howard Smith Andor Cassius M. Cray Carvass

Maine Conference Opens With Prayers And Addresses

The Maine Conference opened with a prayer meeting led by Rev. A Sanderson. Bishop Andrews chaired at 9 AM and heard candidates answer disciplinary questions. Speakers included Rev. George Alexander on Nebraska sufferers, Rev. Dr Fiske sending fraternal greetings, and Rev. Dr Kingsbury discussing Baptist work. Afternoon sessions featured the Women’s Foreign Missionary Society and the Locies’ and Pastors’ Christian Union with essays by Mrs A C Tretton and Mrs J Cushman. Evening programs covered church extension and freedman’s aid, all well attended with crowds lingering at the sessions.

Bath Maine A. Sanderson Andrews George Alexander Nebraska Dr Fiske Winter Street Dr Kingsbury Baptist Yearly Meeting Women’s Foreign Miriorary Society Pierce A. C. Tretton Ladd Christal Union Jom Cushman Freedman A. W. Pottie DeoBlk. Pierce Bishop Andrews Ead

Debate over Royal finance and debt plan in Commons

In London the House of Commons debated the budget and debt policy. Gladstone criticized the Treasury display of a surplus, noting increased expenditures during the Conservative year and excluding several loan and society accounts. Northcote defended the system, while Lowe accused the administration of producing a fictitious surplus and squandering a Treasury reserve. The session adjourned for Whitsuntide. The report also notes mutiny news aboard the Evelishman, wounded mutineers being moved to London Hospital, and appointments of Sir John Holker and Count D Harcourt to judicial and diplomatic posts.

London House of Commone Gladstone Treasury Savings Bank and Friendly Societies Stafford Northcote Robert Lowe Rouse Northcote House of Commons Evelishman Jefferson Borden United States Navebt Jefferson Burden Engleh Foreign Office London Hospital Schenck Great Cheshire Thunder Chivatrous Tom O’shanter Tom O'Shanter John Holker Pegott Count D’harcourt Count de Jarnac

Ecclesiastical Warfare and German Religious Policies

Berlin reports the Prince Bishop of Breslau removed after ecclesiastical law violations, and Belgian authorities warned Germany faces consequences if the issue is dropped. Prussia begins a bill to suppress religious orders, while Berlin police guard officials against plots. The Federal Council considers extending laws over ecclesiastical property and abolishing religious orders across the empire.

Berlin Breslau Belgium Post Germany Bismark Loxpon Standard Prince Bismark Falk Asama Sterf Federal Council Lawa

Belgian Chamber Praises D Aspre mot Lva uen Reply

In Brussels the Belgian Chamber of Representatives celebrated M D Aspremont Lavers reply to Germanys latest note with Freresbon as the main speaker. He approved the terms of the reply and said grounds for apprehension about Belgiums independence and press liberty had vanished. The neutral position does not excuse obligations to neighbors. The Duchesne affair prompting questions remains under government consideration. The justice minister denies inactivity in the investigation.

Brussels Germany

Suppression of Hayti uprising proclaims martial law

May 3 dispatch from Port au Prince reports government forces routed the outbreak. Generals Bnee and Pierre were killed. Refugees fled to foreign consulates as martial law was proclaimed with amnesty offered to those cooperating with authorities. Tranquillity later restored. British Consul incident noted amid unrest in Jamaica.

Hayti Kingston New York Port-au-Prince Bnee Pierre Preston Haytien Port au-Parx Heytt Port-au- Prince Woodlark Stewart St. John Peru Jantero Kives Tow Jamaica Bryce Monplassir Canol

Banquet of the Chamber of Commerce at Delmonico's

Morning papers give full account of the annual Chamber of Commerce banquet at Delmonico's last evening. Nearly 200 gentlemen dined amid flowers and industrial symbols. Speeches praised New York politics, tariffs, the press, and future city plans. Also notes on legal decisions, Bunker Hill planning, East River collision testimony, post office inspection, a damages suit, a murder stay, and other city items.

Chamber OF Commerce Metropolis Bunker Hill New York Delmonico Wickham Brady Schultz William Cullen Sryant Jewell Chicago Boston Philadelphia Fernando Wood New York City Geo. Woodford D. Babcock Gov. Tilden Blaine Eugene Kelly Mariposa Mining Company Supreme Court Daniels Kelly California New England Society Isaac H. Bailey Messrs E. L. Gaul Jonathan Marshall A. Wentworth Terry C. W. Griswold Charlies H. Ditson C. P. C. Billings O. G. Goodwin O'd Guard Miner Strickland City of Hartford United States Ion East River Costa James Pearson Hubbsrn Steinmetz

Manchester Citizens Discuss Fitchburg Railroad Plan

Prominent Manchester residents met the Fitchburg Committee at the Mayor's office to gauge support for a Manchester to Fitchburg line linking with Boston and Maine. Dealers favor a competing path to benefit grain and coal flows, with local funds unlikely soon due to water works debt.

Manchester N.H Fitchburg Dover Boston Maine Portland Hoosac Fitenbura Milford Friends of the Enterprise Are Louis Republican Kansas City Kansas Pacific Railroad Lawrence Kansas New York Gold Central Kansas Pacific Denver

Disappointed Crowd At Scandal Trial Echoes Delay

New York crowds gathered in a church setting for the scandal trial but heard no testimony, with fresh witnesses still to be called. Victoria Woodhull’s anticipated appearance looms as defense strategists weigh calling her, while Judge Nelson and Evarts cadence a long adjournment, with a potential mid month jury verdict.

Bowen Sane N. Y de Isray Aioe Cubd Wetl Ges. Robeon Victoria W Victoria Woodhull Evarts Fullerton Neilson Bench Shearman New York Jockita Basle Ti -Beecher Rter Mr Beach Hen E Henry C. Bowen Tilton Beecher H. E. Bowen Tilo T Tme Tihtoe

The Hanson Murder Trial Sees Pike as Key Witness

Ossiren New Hampshire May 7 The Buzzell murder trial gains momentum with Joseph Pike a central witness for the State. Pike, once Susan Hanson’s adviser in the breach of promise suit, is expected to be challenged by the defense as a potential murderer. Witnesses recount Buzzell’s visits to the Hanson home and Pike’s ties to Susan, while other testimony questions Buzzell’s gun statements and alibis the morning after the crime.

New York Wilkesbarre President Parish Parish Kingston Wilkfsbarre Ilutchinsop’s Payne's Payne Hutchinson Ossiren N. H Buzzell Joseph Pike Miss Hanson George Hanson Susan Pike Nerly Betsey L. Hutchins Susan Hanson Hanson Mr Pike

Dominion Line Steamer Arrives After Icebound Passage

Father Point May 7 The steamer Dominion with 293 passengers reached port after an eleven day icebound voyage between Bird Races and Cape Ray. Captain Roberts reported seeing the Polynesian and Lake Champlain, with the former stuck and the latter clear. He noted eight vessels encountered in heavy ice.

Father Point Dominion Dominion Line Cape Ray Roberts Lake Champlain Allan

Labor Reform Leader Richard Hinchcliffe Dies in Lawrence

Richard Hinchcliffe secretary of the Labor Reform State Central Committee and former editor of the Lawrence Journal died of pneumonia at his Lawrence home. A 44 year old Bradford, England native, he was a stenographic reporter and wrote extensively on labor topics. His letters comparing American and English factory conditions gained wide attention. He once ran as Labor Reform candidate for Massachusetts Secretary of State.

Lawrence Mass Richard Hinchcliffe Labor Reform State Central Committee Lawrence Journal Bradford Yorkshire England Labor Reform Massachusetts

Assembly Passes Bill on State Official Removals in Senate

Albany May 7 The Assembly passed a Senate bill enabling removal of any state officer by a two thirds Senate vote for cause on Governor recommendations, with the Senate trying the charges. the Governor may suspend the official during trial and appoint a temporary successor. The House measure granting absolute removal power to the Governor was rejected.

Albany N. Y Assemly Senate House

Nashville Blood Horse Association Spring Meet Day Four

On May 7 at Nashville the Spring meeting featured four races. The first for three year olds at a mile and a quarter was won by Valticeur Bayonne with Damon second and Ba yonne third in 2.18. The second event, two mile heats, saw Gy tery win with Orphan Girl distanced in 3.47.8. The third race for the Association purse resulted in a walk over for Ballankeel.

Nashville Tenn Nashville Blood Horse Association Valticeur Bayonne Damon Gy Tery Orphan Girl Association Ballankeel

Train wreck near West Milan injures passengers

In Gorham New Hampshire on May 7 the Grand Trunk morning eastbound train derailed after the rails spread a mile east of West Milan. Five or six passengers were injured lightly and cars slid down the embankment. Wrecking crews from Gorham and Island Pond aided, delays about five hours.

Gorham N. H Grand Trunk West Milan Island Pond Ieal Buffalo New York Buryalo N. Y Biaeksmith Pratt Black Rock Tompkinsville

Mining stock quotations from San Francisco markets

San Francisco lists latest mining stock quotations with prices for Ophir Mexican Gould & Curry Best & Belcher Collar Hale & Norcross Crown Point Yellow Jacket Imperial Empire Kentuck Alpha Belcher Confidence Consolidated Virginia Sierra Nevada California Bullion Overman Justice Union Savage.

San Francisco Ophir Mexican Gould & Curry Best & Belcher Collar Hale & Norcross Crown Point Yellow Jacket Imperiel Ti Empire Kentuck Alpha Belcher Confidence Consolidated Virginia Sierra Nevada California Bullion Overman Justice Union Savage

New York Showrooms Advertise Carpets and Sewing Machines

An assortment of old newspaper ads highlights Best Coox Stores, Cunningham’s Emporium, and George Fenno advertising carpets, rubber boots, and sewing machines. Promotions claim health and home benefits, with sales pitches for portable ranges, coats, and tapestries. A poem and inspirational lines accompany the ads.

Best Coox P. Cunningham & Co Washington St Cunningham’s Emporium Washington Street

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