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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1879
Page
2
The London Telegraph lauds Parole’s English triumphs and American breeding, noting ships like Cunard’s Gallia and Guion’s Arizona aiding transatlantic travel. It hints the owner Lorillard could become a popular figure in the United States if Parole and Pythoness continue to elevate national pride.
The Southern Baptist Convention meets in Atlanta this week attracting attention due to its large scope. With about 1.5 million Southern members, roughly 10 000 ministers and 17 000 churches in the South, the denomination is a major regional influence.
In Congress the bill to curb military interference with elections looms large. Hayes hints at no objection, aligning with some Republicans while Stalwarts fear a veto. Zach Chandler says Hayes will veto. party pressures risk a repeat of past clashes.
Special despatch from Washington reports minimal movement on the House bill to prevent military interference in elections. Senator Eaton pushes for tabled action while Stalwarts push to veto. The White House remains cautious, with Hayes seen as weak and easily swayed by party leaders, risking veto or signing the bill amid mounting internal splits.
The Graphic's Washington special claims Hayes indicates plain language he will sign the Democratic caucus measure to prevent military interference at the polls, despite Republican opposition. Edmunds Conkling Chandler and other leaders doubt his action, arguing the bill is harsher than the Army bill. The Star also expects a signing, seeing the bill as a reenactment of existing laws.
New York May 7 The suspension of Whittemore Peet Post and Co woollen and dry goods commission merchants shocks trade as a major house fails. Liabilities rumored 500000 to 750000 with papers largely held by eastern firms and banks.
San Francisco reports heavy voting with over 40 000 ballots cast and strong turnout by opposing factions. City forecasts favor the Constitution’s defeat by 10 000 to 12 000, while broader counties show large margins against it though interior returns remain uncertain. Minor disturbances occur but no serious incidents recorded.
The American Tract Society met in New York with Chancellor Crosby presiding. Rev Wayland Hoyt Henry Scudder and H Jessop spoke. The year added 148 publications and seven periodicals with nearly five million in circulation. Total resources reached 409 892 and expenditures 406 648 with a 3244 balance.
In Wilkesbarre Pa at 11 pm a gas blast in the Stanton shaft severely burns Martin Kerrigan. A second blast at midnight as workers crush gas contact with a blower ignites a fierce explosion. Eight men badly burned. 600 feet of coal burning. mine flooded by noon. injured miners still alive but not expected to recover.
A misstep in the chamber triggers debate over finances and policy, drawing attention to General Banks and a period marked by political mismanagement. Lawmakers scrutinize the error's impact on military funding and public affairs, with factions trading accusations.
In Washington on May 7, Mr Chalmers of Mississippi urged a privileged question to force an investigation into his conduct at Fort Pillow. He claimed Congress would not probe the matter and gave remarks denying that garrison deaths, burns, or orders stemmed from general officers.
Washington May 7 The House considered a bill amending coinage laws and certificates. Representative Claflin of Massachusetts opposed the measure, denouncing financial schemes as harmful to business and arguing for a single gold standard, while disputing Kelley’s alleged assent to demonetization of silver.
Washington reports Senator Dawes met with the President and he is convinced the Army bill will be vetoed. Other senators cite two grounds: lack of merit and that its passage would be a conscience and constitutional obstacle for the President. Also notes post office Canada ruling freeing certain periodicals from customs duties and other brief items from national news.
At the Brooklyn Presbytery session on May 7, Dr Van Dyke supported charges against Talmage while Revs Wolff and Nelson did as well, whereas Revs Williamson and Charles Wood voted for Talmage. Rev Samuel P. Halacy remarked the charges might never have been heard if not for this proceeding.
The Presbytery's conduct in the investigation was likened to a police court as prosecutors ignored the pastor's past deeds. Dr Talmage defended himself after examining the case and finding no deceit. He noted 200000 sermons printed versus Spurgeon’s 70000 and that 1600 souls were led to God, warning that sustaining the charges would ruin his influence. The matter adjourned until tomorrow.
Panama April 28 reports the first naval encounter of the three-cornered conflict on the 14th at River Lea between Chilean corvette Magallaneo and Peruvian ships Union and Tilcomayo. Minor damage, Chilean ship withdrew, Chilean residents in Peru ordered to leave, and Chilean loading works at Pabellon de Pica and other sites damaged. General Daza of Bolivia leads 4000 troops toward Chilean-occupied territory, facing desert terrain and supply challenges. Peruvians eager to fight, with Lima’s war donations strong as of mid May.
London May 7 Hanlan will rest a fortnight before facing Elliott on June 16. Elliott trains hard and may pace the full course daily. Two to one on Hanlan, with small bets. Sportsman urges English scullers to adopt the American style. Cup inclusion approved for the Elliott Hanlan title match. Parole’s Cheshire handicap hopes fade after Parole reels and slows unexpectedly. Reefer wins Chester Trades’ Cup with Touchet second and Ridotto third.
In London the Lords debated legalizing marriage with a deceased wife's sister. The second reading failed 101 to 81 after opposition from the Government. The Prince of Wales and others supported the measure, fourteen bishops backed the majority. In Commons, a resolution to abolish breach of promise actions was carried 106 to 65.
Prince Alexander of Battenburg dined with Emperor William in Wiesbaden. Empress Augusta tours England this month. Todleben assumes command in Odessa Crimea and southern Russia under martial law. Layard arrives in Constantinople from England. Aleko Pasha and the International Commission head to Philippopolis in two weeks. Austrian Crown Prince reaches Madrid and is welcomed by the King and court. Cologne Gazette notes Alexander’s planned visit to the Czar at Livadia before Bulgarian deputation.
The Journal de St Peters burg dispatch dismisses abroad reports on St Petersburg state affairs as false. No arms prohibition exists, but holders must inform authorities. traffic remains free. theatre access and 10 pm lights restrictions are described as ridiculous inventions. City life continues normally.
London reports a convention with the King of Anam for supplying Cuba with Anamite laborers. George Errington of Longford plans to question Rourke, Under Secretary of Foreign Affairs, about whether a treaty exists and how Anamites would be treated. The Iron and Steel Institute awards the Bessemer medal to Peter Cooper of New York. Dr Butt's funeral will be private.
Mrs Sarah Underwood, socialite, was arrested in Milwaukee on charges of uttering forged papers. The note of 1200 signed by Albert Underwood allegedly used as Alvan Underwood of Milford Mass. paper. Bonds posted with ex-Gov Ludington as surety. Her wheat speculation brought a 200000 profit before reverses.
In Lowell on May 7 the City Solicitor asserts S. B. Harris remains a policeman and approves his April bill. The Mayor refuses to sign the draft unless Harris’s pay is separated, threatening injunctions. Republican ledgers back a limited five day postponement, but talks fail. Pay for all officers remains blocked amid council threats to reorganize committees and oust the Common Council president.
Judge Storey of Chicago urged Western laymen to match Eastern generosity and contribute more to liberal religion. Rev Clay MacAubry of Washington shared his conversion from Presbyterianism and urged faith and hope in liberal religion.
New York May 7 a prisoner known as Red Leary escaped Ludlow Street jail with help from confederates occupying rooms in adjoining buildings. A two foot hole through double walls and a fireplace provided the route to freedom, after weeks of planned preparation including a well stocked larder and delivery room setup. Police investigated adjacent tenements and detained two occupants as part of the manhunt. Leary, about 40, six feet tall with red hair, had been held on a Massachusetts complicity case in the Northampton Bank robbery.
Washington report notes the Supreme Court ruling halting efforts to block government oversight of Central and Union Pacific accounts and enforce sinking funds. Auditor French to push for new legislation to extend sinking fund rules and curb Union Pacific rates while recommending action on Kansas Pacific and Sioux City and Pacific.
New York May 7 George S Knight prominent German comedian is under $2000 bond for assaulting John Rickaby manager of the Broadway Theatre. Rickaby reportedly injured with a broken collarbone and shoulder ligaments. Knight says a two year engagement with Rickaby could end if drinking hurt prospects. He claims injuries exaggerated and notes Rickaby left for Memphis to attend Beecher lectures. Knight was arrested last night in the Broadway Theatre bar room. He appeared on stage again tonight. The Loyal Legion elected officers at Delmonico's for the coming year. The longshoremen strike is nearly won with orderly conduct and shift of cargo blamed for boat losses and high insurance costs for cargoes shipped by green hands. George Tyson arraigned for abandoning his wife saying he studied for the ministry. A prize fight near Hamilton avenue bridge drew a crowd. principals absent and several roughs arrested. Grand Jury indicts Johnny Dobbs for bank burglary. requisition to Pennsylvania for Philadelphia authorities. Andrew Jackson Mellen jailed for swindling $150 from William Randall of Boston. forty victims testify. Rev. Dr. Burchard resigns after 40 years at Thirteenth Street Presbyterian. church presents $15,000. Survivors of Andersonville and Libby prisons to hold a reunion next Tuesday. Four cases of smallpox found in tenement houses by health authorities.
A Nation letter to the editor critiques Grant for a potential third term, accusing Republicans of lacking policy and calling out corrupt officials tied to Grant. The piece argues the Democratic side isn’t uniformly corrupt and questions imperialist implications of a prolonged presidency. It warns that a three-term Grant would erode popular government and invites comparisons to European royals.
Subscriptions to 4 percent certificates moved to Lewiston post office money orders. Funeral of Master George E. Taylor in Portland drew large crowds of teachers scholars Masons and citizens. Mrs Handy and daughter injured in Bucksport fall from carriage. Mrs Handy died. daughter remains critical. A wallet with money stolen from Savage Brothers Bath saloon. owner away five minutes. Royal and Select Masters elect Derby Marston King Fobes and Berry in Portland Bangor Portland. Dexter Savings Bank trustees re-elected except Abbott. Tibbetts elected to vacancy. East Maine Methodist Conference opens 32nd session in Dover with Bishop Foster presiding. Arey Stone Wardwell appointed. Bishop Ames life and death address invited. William Welch of Waterboro thrown from sleigh near Biddeford. horse later found dead nearby.
The annual Grand Lodge of Masons will convene in Burlington on Wednesday June 11. Rutland County Agricultural Society fair set for Rutland on September 3 4 and 5. Gen William S Pearson of Windsor leaves 2000 for Windsor Congregational Church to fund music expenses. Rutland village reports 134 buildings under construction the most since 1868 and elects John D Hanrahan as President H L Verder as Clerk and Mathew Hussey as Chief of Police. Baptist group plans a Middlebury church and will use the County Court House this year.
The 49th Alpha Delta Phi Convention meets in Odd Fellows Hall Hartford with delegates from all sixteen chapters and a charter granted to rewrite Harvard Chapter undergraduates led by Edward Hale and Theodore Roosevelt among others. The event runs through Thursday with public exercises and a dinner featuring speakers John Jay and Rev. Hale. In New Haven Psi Epsilon plans to meet next year at Ann Arbor with a May banquet and an oration on educated men by Benjamin Phelps, plus a poetry reading by J G Holland. executive committee for next year elected.
Alfred Hale of the firm Alfred Hale & Co. rubber goods died at his Hyde Park residence May 5 after a month-long pneumonia. Born April 11, 1831 in South Boston, he was 48. A trusted, sociable businessman, he endured declining health yet died peacefully with religious consolation. Other deaths include Isabel M Emilio, Boston Bentley Grammar School assistant teacher, May 6. Eben Goddard, famed wood-carver, Newport, May 6, age 35. Thomas Caswell, Columbus Avenue Presbyterian Society clerk, East Cambridge, May 5. John D. Chapman, Terre Haute lawyer, drowned after falling into a creek May 6 while intoxicated.
Multiple residents including Anton Hellstatter Mary Martin Austin Kearney William Colin and John Hildebrandt are reported to have fatally self harmed or attempted to do so amid poverty and domestic issues. Hildebrandt kept poison for ten years with intent to act when unable to support himself. In Canpia New Hampshire Mrs Albert H Emery attempted self harm with laudanum but recovery is hoped.
New Orleans May 7 The Constitutional Convention adopted a resolution to instruct the Committee on City Affairs to invite propositions from creditors for adjusting the city debt. It also urged Congress to provide National Treasury funds to build a levee system for the Mississippi river and its tributaries below Cairo.
New York May 7 report says Senator McPherson of New Jersey is dangerously ill at the Arkansas Hot Springs.
The jury declares Cox guilty and recommends life imprisonment. He is sentenced to hard labor for life but the sentence is suspended twenty days to allow time for a motion for a new trial. This marks the first such jury verdict of life imprisonment for murder.
Rev S P Evans to speak for Wal Post G A R at Decoration Day Amesbury. Proposal to stock Kimballs Pond in Essex with land locked salmon. Taunton almshouse resident taxed 114 on real estate over a year ago. Free Baptist Society of Amesbury hires Rev J D Waldron as pastor for 800. Deerfield Academy principal Bergen reappointed for another year. Alumni preparations at old academy building on the 1st. Adess Lugue French woman 32 charged with bastardy at Holyoke. living with Joseph Lacosse 52. Lacosse married her. his second and her third marriage. Lee Police Court: John Bottomly held in 10000 for assault on Hon Harrison Garfield until May 20. pleaded not guilty to assault with intent to kill. wife bound as surety. Garfield in critical condition.
A lyric verse extols Sozudont as the secret of a maiden’s charm, claiming its dazzling teeth and ruby dyes win lovers. The playful poem places the product at the center of attraction across courts, camps, and groves.
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