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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1893
Page
2
S V White reports to the Exchange president that brokers who handled his business have balances to cover 25 percent of his adjusted differences. He pledges to send checks if brokers forward statements to his office tomorrow morning.
May 8 Washington report lists H. W. Smith of Utah named associate justice of the Utah Supreme Court Everett H. Ellinwood of Arizona as United States attorney for the Territory of Arizona Marshals appointed John S. McNeily of Mississippi to the Southern District of Mississippi Nat M Brigham of Utah to the Territory of Utah and William K Mead of Arizona to the Territory of Arizona
In Meadville on May 8 Judge Henderson filed opinions quashing all nine indictments against the Defamaters for embezzlement. Depositors of the wrecked bank criticized the court action. This marks the likely last chapter in the failure linked to George W. Delamaier in 1890.
Chicago wheat prices advanced nearly two cents amid heavy trading. The brisk activity narrowed the role of individual operators as Pardridge buying signals sparked a bullish surge. Brokers connected with Pardridge led the price climb as traders pushed higher.
Miss Rasmina Frederickson aged 22 died Sunday at Massachusetts General Hospital from lockjaw contracted after stepping on a rusty nail. She had been admitted the prior Friday and lived in Concord. doctors tried to save her life but could not.
The National Cordage Company receivers announce a halt to all stock transfers. An court order is needed to authorize signatures on certificates, and no transfers will be accepted until then. In Cincinnati, a U S Court appoints Loper and Young as receivers to standardize authority over Ohio property and avoid attachments.
Cashier William R. Shaw of Lincoln National Bank Bath pleaded not contest to four indictments charging embezzlement and misapplication of funds and false entries. Judge did not sentence today and set July 1 for further action as Shaw seeks to settle affairs and arrange guardians for his children.
The Treasury Department reports a rising gold stock from a April low of 92.75 million to 97.86 million dollars. After a light export period, that level suggests about a million dollars may be shipped to Europe this week.
Canton reports 52 scarlet fever cases with 12 deaths so far. Three new cases emerged but none severe. A conference with Dr. Abbot of the State Board of Health led to permission to reopen schools closed for three weeks. attendance remains sparse in many locations.
The British ship Earl of Shaftesbury captained by Marquart sailing from New York to Bombay has wrecked off Amblangaddo on Ceylon's southwest coast. The captain and five crew members are confirmed drowned.
Mrs Mary White became paralyzed while in Boston with her daughter Mrs Lewis Riford on Saturday afternoon. She was taken to City Hospital and later returned home to Canton where she remains in critical condition.
Herr Rozwadowski, a member of the Austrian Reichsrath who owns land in Russian Poland and spends time there, has been expelled from Poland with his family by Russian authorities.
Fire at Bassin du Kattendyk warehouses in Antwerp consumed buildings storing cotton wool and sugar. Loss estimated around 200000 dollars.
Judge Richardson presided over a long session detailing Lizzie L. Knapp versus James M. Knapp for separation on cruel and abusive treatment. Testimony from about a dozen witnesses, mostly women, painted a picture of harsh language, threats, and harsh control, with Mrs Knapp's plea for alimony and a fresh start amid family witnesses and a cautious decision.
Judge Braley sentences Edward Burnham to seven years for assault with intent to kill against Officer Everett A. Marsh of Deer Island. Lewis A. Wright found guilty of firing Hath away building but declared insane and committed to the Westboro insane hospital. John J. Cohen receives three years for breaking and entering. Thomas Clifford gets three years for robbery.
The Gloucester schooner Stranger ran ashore on Brander's rocks off Cape Ray and was towed in by the Havana after fifteen hours. Eddie, reported missing, has arrived safely. The Rose from St Pierre reached Sydney with a prize crew after being driven ashore at Neil's Harbor, but was later salvaged with no damage.
Colonel W. H. Lamon, who served as President Lincoln's private secretary and shared his most confidential relations, died shortly before midnight in Martinsburg West Virginia. The obituary notes his close association with the martyred president.
He recalls meeting the Countess of Mohair and asks why. she explains she has dropped Lady Mohair due to deliberate coldness, including turning her back and ignoring bows, prompting him to cut her dead.
The Scotch-Irish Congress, non sectarian and non partisan, will meet in Springfield Ohio on May 12 for its fifth annual convention. Founder Colonel Thomas T Wright of Nashville started the society three years ago after Pensacola and Tennessee connections spurred growth. Notable members include Rev Dr John Hall of New York Colonel A K McClure of Philadelphia and T N McCarter of New Jersey.
Frank K. Bennett of Everett champions a bill to wind up endowment orders despite reports of unconstitutionality and a possible veto by Governor Russell. Bennett says a prominent lawyer designed the bill and maintains it constitutional, though features are criticized as interfering with the judiciary. If vetoed, he expects a revised bill removing objectionable phrases to achieve the same end.
Prime Minister Gladstone has offered the post of poet laureate to John Ruskin following Lord Tennyson’s death. Ruskin, born February 1819 in London, studied at Christ Church Oxford and pursued art, water color, and criticism. He became known for Modern Painters and supported Turner and the Pre-Raphaelite style.
The Chinese exclusion cases seek writs of habeas corpus for Chinese held by U S Marshal in New York. Petitioners include Fong Yue Ting Wong Quan and Lee Joe with Riordan Choate and Evarts among counsel. A decision is expected next Monday.
Santiago Morales leads the rebels who set up a provisional government in Nicaragua with Santo Morales as president. The forces have captured Granada Masaya Rivas Jinotepe Matagalpa Chantales and control rail telegraph lines and ships on Lake Managua and Lake Nicaragua. President Sacasa claims an army of 10 000 and vows to defeat the rebels.
Heavy rains began across Austria and Hungary today breaking the long drought and expected to greatly aid the wheat crop. The weather system brings relief to farmers and could improve harvest prospects across the region.
The advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for lingering fatigue after illnesses like grip fever and diphtheria. It claims to restore health, strengthen the blood, and recover appetite quickly.
Paris reports an authentic prospect that the Pope will issue an encyclical to European governments. It urges pacification in policy and addressing worker misery, proposing disarmament by agreement discussed with the German Emperor. Italy Austria Spain Belgium and Russia are said to be informed, with Russia reserving some points.
In Lowell on May 8 a 27 year old Tremont and Suffolk mill worker Andrew McNally shot himself in his room around 1 30 this afternoon after suffering fits worsened by stimulants. He was single and leaves a brother Owen employed at the Lawrence mill.
Delegates to the National Association of Republican Clubs American Republican College Association National Tariff League and the Republican national committee arrive in Louisville. Among the morning arrivals are President James S Clarkson of the Tariff League Committeeman J H Manley of Maine and W S Squires a presidential candidate. Also present are President James F Burke of the college league and National Vice President E C Camp of Tennessee.
Col. Jeremiah W. Coveney recently appointed Boston postmaster, returned from illness, and visited Democratic HQ. He declined to discuss plans, saying he would endeavor to run the office well but had not yet formed any concrete plans or timelines.
Mrs Helene Hall wife of George A Hall aged 23 dies suddenly in Haverhill this afternoon. Daughter of Thomas Clarkson of Cambridge sister of John Clarkson former pitcher for the Boston ball team. She was an accomplished society lady and a fine singer. She leaves a husband and two children, one a few hours old.
Steam tug Elsie reports the four masted schooner R. T. Hargraves Allen Philadelphia bound for Boston with a cargo of ceacal ran ashore on Horse Shoe Shoal Nantucket Shoals about 4 this morning. She lies easy. Steam tug Right Arm is assisting her.
The article explains readers should know about ready made furniture like a sideboard china closet. It highlights Paine's Furniture Company illustration as a superb example and praises the advance in American cabinet work available to shoppers.
In Newport on May 8 the season’s first catch of soup fish arrived, yielding a scant barrel sold to New York buyers for upwards of $25. Earlier last season these fish sold for as much as $150 in the same market, and the season is late with only a few more caught today.
James Harrington and Otis Thresher, missing from Marblehead as the yacht Elsie was stolen, are reported safe in New York. The blood on the Elsie deck is explained by Mr. Horton of the Minnie, who injured his hand jumping aboard the recovered yacht.
Fire crews responded to Box 996 at 4:45 for a woods fire near the Morton and Norfolk streets corner. Cause unknown.
A New York Times item depicts Lawyer Foggs questioning Miss Sears about her age to determine if she may appear in a case. The aged spinster replies that age bears no relevance to the matter while Foggs notes jurors questioning legal rights to appear without a guardian.
A new bowling alley debuted last evening at 115 Court street above the Hub Billiard Palace. John J. Murphy hosted a large crowd that included Commodore Vegelahn and Captain John Waters. gifts of a Lohmer piano and diamond ruby watch charm marked the celebration. The five lanes feature improved lighting and ventilation, electric and gas chandeliers, and private lockers. Edward Dickerman now manages the room, which aims to become a premier bowing venue for locals and visitors alike.
The New York Times report notes Laker obtained a marriage license from the mayor, while Mrs. Penns reveals she has married another man. Laker says he can wait since the license remains valid for two months.
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