Hewitt tariff bill discussed with Morrison links
Special Despatch from Washington on May 12 reports Hewitt introducing a tariff bill incorporating Morrison features and tax reductions for sugar and fruit spirits. The measure faces opposition in the Ways and Means Committee as reformers argue it lacks votes and may hinder broader legislation. Also covered are Cryptic Rite lodge actions, officer installations, and plans for the next assembly in New Haven with John Castle to deliver the grand high priest address.
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Hewitt bill seeks tariff and free list extensions changes
Washington May 12. Mr Hewitt of New York introduced a bill to modify duties on imports and internal revenue taxes and enlarge the free list. It sets new rates after June 30 1884 for brandy and after Jan 1 1885 caps several schedules, imposes 90 percent of current duties on most articles, and 80 percent for tobacco. It repeals iron rivet tax and allows refunds on fence wire rod duties. A Worcester remonstrance opposes telegraph monopoly. Harbor improvements bill directs New York harbor work with bid cap and staged payment. Other items include underground cables experiment and bills for Springfield public building and Grant retirement. Wallace seating approved in Ohio case.
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Ward assigns Booth theatre assets and more in multiple properties
Ferdinand Ward files an assignment to Geo C Holt covering Booth theatre property six Madison avenue lots and buildings in Brooklyn 18 more Madison avenue groups in Stamford Rosemount on Strawberry Hill plus farm furniture and personal property. Proceeds first pay his debts then firm liabilities. Separately an attachment against Frederick D Grant’s property in a case by Hollins Yznaga seeks note repayment of 25000 with 4 percent interest now 29069.
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Gladstone speech shapes crowded London Commons scene
In London the house of commons was packed as Gladstone defended Egyptian policy for about an hour and a quarter. Conservatives cheered Laing against the government while radicals applauded Gladstone. Rumors place Thompson’s African expedition reaching Uganda, possibly aiding Gor’s Khartoum escape. Emperor William balks betrothal. Bismarck retires. Reichstag adopts anti socialist law.
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Fire reports across New England area May 12
Brief telegraph reports from Boston and vicinity describe a coal shed fire on the New York and New England railroad wharf extinguished by the railroad brigade. A separate blaze on the West Boston bridge involved baled hay rolling from a team after a driver’s pipe start. Other notices cite fires in David Meyer’s brewery in New York, William Moses’ house and barn in Portsmouth, a LaGrange fire in Bangor, Kentucky lumber mills in Williamsburg, Riverside in Springfield, and James Spear’s North Hadley house fire. Losses range from minor to about 60 thousand dollars with several injuries and insurance details noted.
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Boston Socials and Notables Span Ocean and Town
Mr and Mrs R H Wiffie leave town May 16 for summer at Chestnut Hill. An English paper notes no poet has worn the garter, Miss Ella Wheeler calls it news to her. Nathan Matthews sells a Boston mansion to William Bliss of Springfield, new Boston home planned. Police chief Adams extends sick leave. aims to Colorado for health. Miss Kate Sanborn gives parlor lectures in Cleveland on bachelor authors and newspaper wits. Mr Dana’s Sun income last year 4000 a week. dividend policy described. Richard H Tucker of Wiscasset chosen for national observatory at Cordova and sails on Saturday aboard the Baltic. London Times editor salary listed with others. Ohio Democrat Bookwalter sails for world trip. rumor of VP nomination noted. Only copy of first Methodist conference proceedings (1784 Baltimore) owned by Mrs Parrish, to be shown at Philadelphia centennial.
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Decatur Lunatic Attacks Resident. Suspect Jailed
A lunatic named Lamar caused excitement in Decatur Illinois by shooting at and entering the home of Martin Blenz. Blenz was seriously wounded in the arm before Lamar was overpowered and taken to jail.
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The Insolence of the Letter in Morrison Tariff Clash
A House dispute centers on Mr. Morrison and Mr. Lyman over tariff policy. The speaker defends Morrison as industrious and knowledgeable, criticizes Lyman's stance and letters, and argues debate should proceed to consider the bill. The exchange highlights partisan tensions and calls for respectful treatment of colleagues.
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Mayor's Nominations and Street Work At City Council
The Monday aldermen meeting covered petitions from gas companies seeking street rights and price changes, street paving bids, pole erection requests, sewer projects, and a future superintendent of streets election. New city officers were confirmed including Inspectors of charcoal baskets and undertakers, with several street and tax-related orders passed.
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Man kills wife and child then himself in New York
Isaac D. Edrehi, a 60 year old chemist living apart from his wife Theresa, visited her 124 East Tist Street. After a quarrel over reconciliation he fired a revolver wounding his wife, killed their 5 year old son, and then shot himself in the temple, dying instantly. Also, 7000 to 8000 fans witnessed a glove fight at Madison Square Garden between Charley Mitchell and Billy Edwards ending in a draw after Edwards was knocked down.
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Gloucester council quorum caper in late meeting
At a Gloucester city council gathering a half hour recess saw seven members slip away leaving a quorum short by one. A messenger recruited the nearest of the three absent members home could not locate him. his wife says he is at the meeting but left at nine sharp. She jokes she has trapped him and he will finally appear late, exhausted by the long session.
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Mexican Central Railway officials honored at banquet in Mexico City
City of Mexico May 12. Directors of the Mexican Central railway and party were entertained yesterday afternoon by the Mexican Jockey Club. The government hosted a brilliant banquet this afternoon in honor of the railway officials with about 200 guests, including many prominent Mexicans.
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First District Democratic Delegates Chosen
In Middleboro Massachusetts on May 12 at the first democratic district convention ex Mayor H K Braley of Fall River chaired with B F Hathaway of New Bedford as secretary Delegates to the national convention include John W Cummings of Fall River and Charles A W Oesting of New Bedford Alternates are D S Sullivan of Fall River and George W McLaughlin of Sandwich They are uninstruc ted One hundred ten delegates attended representing two cities and 17 towns In South Framingham the Ninth District Democratic convention chose two delegates and two alternates to the Chicago convention The meeting was led by Charles A McIntosh with Henry F Eares of Milford temporary chair and Charles G Chick of Hyde Park temporary secretary A credentials committee reported 1 city and 26 towns represented by a total of delegates Charles J Randall declined to speak preferring loyalty to the party since 1878 An informal ballot favored Mason Lewis Corcoran Stratton Stover Pray for the Chicago delegates On the first formal ballot no choice was made The second ballot elected J W Corcoran and the third elected Charles G Lewis R B Pray and Henry C Stark as alternates by acclamation The meeting did not decide on Chicago candidates
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Japanese mother and child to join baby show in Horticultural Hall
Manager Kyle of the baby show in Horticultural Hall has organized talks with New York parties over the past week to engage a Japanese mother and child for the exhibition. The Japanese consulate facilitated the effort and a pure blood mother and her child signaled willingness to travel for a reportedly large fee. Kyle departed for New York late Monday night and is expected back tonight with the additions.
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