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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1885

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Thirteenth Regular Dinner of the Thirteen Club of Chicago

The Thirteen Club of Chicago held its thirteenth regular dinner at the Grand Pacific with 52 attendees at four tables. Members and guests observed 13 courses as candles formed coffins, a candle went out for William Hostetter of Cleveland, and 13 toasts were offered in completion of the 14th month of banquets without a death among participants.

Thirteen Club Chicago Curiaco Grand Pacific William Hostetter Cleveland William Edgar

Boomers Locate Claims and Begin Farming Operations

A Cheyenne agency despatch reports twenty seven boomers wagons loaded with Indian supplies from Arkansas City entered Indian Territory, relocated to Oklahoma, and started farming. Each wagon carried two to three men, moving via Camaroon river to camp Russell, with troops just vacating. Authorities expect more boomers to enter Oklahoma while fifth cavalry under Gen Merritt searches to relieve the ninth.

Claims Wichita Kan Cheyenne Agency Indian Territory Arkansas City Oklahoma District Campero Cadwell

Montreal cites $30 million loan plan to cut yearly interest

The Gazette reports Sir Leonard Tilley seeks a new loan of about 30 million dollars to cover a six hundred eighty million debt and 8 million capital needs including the northwest expedition. If retired as proposed through exchanges, the plan would save roughly 250 thousand dollars in annual interest.

Montreal Gazette Leonard Tilley England Dominion Northwest Canada Pacific Railway

Dolphin broken and unseaworthy ship critique heats up

Special Despatch to the Boston Post outlines the Dolphin as structurally faulty and underperforming. Defective workmanship and rough casting cause overheating and weak amidships, with officials deeming it unsafe and likely unable to meet contract speed. The article questions Mr. Roach’s involvement and notes political tensions over postmaster nominations and naval procurement.

Boston Post Washington Dolphin Advisory Board House of Representatives Wm. E. Chandler John Roach Chandler Mr. Roach Boston Herald Whitney Roach Blaine Charles B. Morton Augusta Senate Morton Hale Frye Col. Morton

Nitro-Glycerine Works Blown Up in Somerset Pa

A massive explosion at the Somerset chemical works near John Lane’s farm destroyed eight buildings and scattered debris miles away. W T Beash of New York was killed, and 800 pounds of nitro glycerine with 3000 pounds of dynamite were stored on site. About 12 to 15 workers were at the plant, but Ascension day kept them away. A previous blast at the same site in January killed two men.

Somerset Somerset Chemical Works John Lane W. T. Beash New York City Carcasco The Daily News Winnipeg Swift Current Battleford Pound Maker Middleton Batouche Marquis Laketoon Northcote Riel Turmart Monkman Fisher Prince Albert

Rival broker stabs, rival shot in New York quarrel

In New York at about 8 30 pm an altercation involving Larry OBrien a prominent broker and Republican politician and George Trueman escalated. OBrien was fatally stabbed and Trueman shot twice with one wound to the abdomen and another to the shoulder. Both were taken to hospital after a police arrest and subsequent gunfire during custody. The dispute centers on a social convenience involving a friend of OBrien and Kelley Bliss booh waters. OBrien is noted as brother to former Congress member James Brien.

Puiladelphia Daniel E. Stanton Frederick T. Nash Stanton Nash Mysticbridge Conn Germantown South America Cuba New York Larry O’brien George Trueman Sr Gpeman Trueman Vooliceman Inrueman Twenty-Pinta Precinct New York Hospital Veneman Yivekmeila Wailtreet O' Brien Kelsey Kelley & Bliss Boolwaters Morrison bPunean Carter Harricon Weaver Judge Gross Judge Tree Tree Black Harrison Altgeldt Palmer Allen Townshend Haynes Judd J. J Schofeild M. W. Fuller Dew Roger Logan Joint Assembly G.morrow

Frying to Discover the Cause of the Pingzae at Plymouth

Doctors from the New York board of health arrived to inspect Plymouth water sources and sanitary conditions to prevent a similar incident in New York. One death reported since last night, three more deaths this afternoon, over 150 Plymouth families aided, fund-raising aims at 75000 dollars for destitute orphans, nearly 4000 dollars collected so far, many widows and orphans need support.

Plymouth Wilkesbarre Cyrus Edson J- B. Taylor RE. W. Martin New York Board of Health Susquehanna River New York

Hough Elected Bristol South District Medical Society President

At New Bedford May 14 the Bristol South District Medical Society met and chose Dr. George S. Hough as president. Dr. C D Homans, head of the Massachusetts Medical Society, spoke on Legislation Against Quacks. The meeting drew a large audience. William G Kirschbaum formerly Harry Palmer, now Standard sporting editor, wed Miss Hattie Edmunds and left for Rangeley Lakes on their wedding trip.

New Bedford Mass Bristol South District Medical Society George S. Hough C. D. Homans Massachusetts Medical Society William G. Kirschbaum Harry Palmer The Standard Hattie Edmunds Rangeley Lakes

Steel Rail Wage Talks End Without Settlement at Pittsburgh

A morning conference in Pittsburgh between iron manufacturers and the Amalgamated Association adjourned sine die with no amicable settlement. The union withdrew its demand for a 20 percent extra on steel rails while manufacturers push for a 20 to 22 percent cut in the current scale. If iron card rates drop below 22 cents per pound, wages would fall proportionally.

Pittsburg Iron Manufacturers Amalgamated Association Mnspufacturers

First public wool sale at Peper cotton piers

May 14 notes the first public wool sale in the city at the Peper cotton piers. 50,000 pounds of Texas wool offered with bidders from Boston and Philadelphia. Sales divided into 20,000 pounds at 18 cents, 20,000 at 16 cents, and 10,000 at 15 cents per pound. Bidding spirited and sale regarded as a success.

Louis Peper Boston Philadelphia

Sangster Faces Death After Murder of Police Officer

Washington May 14. This is Sangster s last day of life for the brutal murder of Police man Fowler. Since his attack on Guard Woodward last Monday the prisoner has been more resigned and pays attention to his prayer book. Fr Sullivan, his spiritual adviser, says Sangster intends to be docile and spend his remaining hours preparing for death.

Washington Sangster Fowler Woodward Fr. Sullivan

Canal company color sight and hearing tests wrap up

In Troy New York on May 14 the Green Island division completed color blindness and defective hearing exams for thirty engineers and thirty firemen. Next week Champlain division workers at Whitehall will be tested followed by Rutland and Washington divisions.

Troy N. Y Delaware and Hudson Canal Company Green Island Champlain Whitehall Rutland Washington

Small turnout at skating match reports in New York

In New York on May 15 there was a small attendance at yesterday's skating event. The lo'clock score lists Snowden with 883 miles, W. Boyst 865, Maddocks 344, Schock 815, Fran ary 673, Harriman 600, O Melia 485, Walton 0.

New York Snowden Miles W. Boyst Maddocks Schock Franary Harriman O’ Melia Walton

Moderation urged in indpendent approbation of Cleveland admin

Special Correspondence notes Templeton's counsel on temperance and restraint. It argues independents backed Cleveland against Blaine, endorsing Bayard and criticizing Pearson, Pillsbury, and Chase appointments as partisanship. The piece cautions independents to judge the administration as a whole and avoid sweeping blame or praise while recognizing early administrative progress.

Boston Post Washington Templeton Massachusetts Sense Bii Blaine Mr. Blaine Arthur Grover Cleveland Bayard Manning Cleveland

Gladstone backs £6000 annuity for Princess Beatrice

In the House of Commons on May 14 Mr. Gladstone moved to grant an annuity of £6000 to Princess Beatrice on her forthcoming marriage. Sir Stafford Northcote seconded. Labouchere opposed, arguing the queen should provide it. The motion passed 337 to 38. Gladstone noted Beatrice is the queen’s last child for whom such a grant is likely, and the government will submit civil list issues to a parliamentary committee next session.

London House of Commons Gladstone Stafford Northcote Beatrice Labouchere Dublin Galway Roscommon Ballinaslo Tierten Paris Morton Hotel Contiyertal McLean MM. Fioquet Goblet Sadi Carnot Mem Inxs M. Tirard M. de Lesseps Mgr. Monroe American Committee

Circular from Postmaster General on removals in post offices

A confidential 1885 circular from Postmaster General Vilas urges congressional action to replace fourth class postmasters seen as partisan. It proposes selecting the most offensive partisans in each county for removal and replacing them with first class men, with affidavits or evidence and careful local vetting. The letter targets Virginia and New York first, aiming for substantial relief within weeks, amid political backlash and scrutiny.

New York Post Office Democratic Party Washington Elaine Cleveland Tey Pillsbury Chase Congress Ohio Indiana Virginia New York Post Office Department D. C Hay Tony William F. Vilas the Post Vilas

Merchants Buy Big at New York Cotton Goods Sale

New York May 14. Among buyers not yet listed were Williams & Yerkes Hood & Bonbright Root & McBridge Bros Hirsch Pursell Co L Blem Crow Hargadin Rice Stix Marshall Field and O Holladay large Philadelphia and Baltimore firms. The sale totaled over 20000 cases near $2 million with prices about 3% below current levels.

New York Williams & Yerkes Hood & Bonbright Philadelphia Root & McBridge Bros Cleveland Hirsch, Pursell & Co Baltimore L. & H. Blem Galveston Tex Crow, Hargadin & Co Rice, Stix & Co St. Louis Marshall, Field & Co Chicago Od. Ho Otis Bates Messrs Claflin & Co Belize

Engineer Cortell Explains Cab Eads Ship B Rails Work

New York engineer Cortell presents explanations of Captain Eads's Ship B railroad ideas before the Society of Arts. He outlines technical principles, construction concepts, and potential applications. The talk highlights steel hulls, riveted plates, and practical challenges in early bridge and ship design.

Cortell New York Capt. Eads Society of Arts

Democratic divisions threaten New York governorship fight

May 12 reports show Republicans seeking a compromise candidate to unite factions for the fall race. Cleveland era appointments anger Irish and loyal Democrats, fueling disaffection and jeopardizing the party’s chance to regain control. Cooper’s case illustrates perceived patronage and Bayard influence as decisive for key posts.

New York Arthurite Nell-Breed Cleveland Folger Washington

Samuel Douglas Held After Black Sea Revelry in Richmond Street Row

Samuel Douglas a Nova Scotia schooner boatswain was arrested after a Thursday night disturbance on Richmond Street. He and several other men were involved in a brawl that left him with eight stitches and Patrolman Harris with a severe thigh wound. the proprietor and an associate faced police action as officers sought another participant.

Samuel Douglas Nova Scotia Samuel Black Sea Harris and Sheahan Richmond Street James Freeman Douglas Elliot Harris Massachusetts General Hospital Leavin Fretman Robey Conners Robert Seriou Freeman Billy

Bank clerk charged with falsifying bank books in New York

Eugene Walton a First National bank collection clerk was arrested in New York on a charge of violating banking laws for allegedly making a false $7000 entry on April 2 to conceal a bank deficit. Walton held on $10,000 bail. Bank authorities claim total defalcations reach $15,200 while Walton denies involvement. He was jailed at Ludlow Street. Also at the state health board meeting Dr. Edward M. Moore of Rochester was re-elected president.

Gulf of Mexico Tehuantepec Ship Railway Institute of Technology Society of Arts Frederick W. Lincoln E. L. Cortell New York James B. Eads Pacific Peru Colombia Australia India Liverpool Cortes Tehuantepec Oceans Eads Pacific Ocean Corthen Howard A. Carson George W. Blodgett C.J. H. Woodbury Hi. M. Howe Linus Faunce Eugene Walton First National Bank United States Walton Ludlow Street State Board of Health Today Edward M. Moore Rochester

Darlington Fire Destroys Main Business District

Indianapolis May 14 Most of Darlington Indiana business portion destroyed by fire started by burglar after robbing Hopper's jewelry and drug store. Principal losses include Hopper’s drug and jewelry store and dwelling Ku block town hall and Butler Bond hardware store. Town lacks fire apparatus. total loss about 25000 dollars. Ipswich Massachusetts May 14 farm house of Nathaniel L Low burned by defective flue. damage 300 dollars, insurance 500 dollars.

Indianapolis Ind Darlington Hopper Nathaniel L. Low Alley Kimball Charter Street

Large steamship in quarantine sighted off St Thomas

Information from St Thomas near the Grosse Isle quarantine reports a large steamship observed at anchor in quarantine. The vessel flies a yellow flag from its masthead, though details on the sickness aboard her have not yet appeared.

Quebec St. Thomas Grosse Isle Quarantine

Norwich saloon keeper Andrew Engler dies by suicide

Andrew Engler aged 57 a German saloon keeper in Norwich Connecticut blew his brains out with a revolver Thursday. Also reported a 16 year old, Charles Judkins, arrested at Brunswick Maine for escape from jail and wanted in Augusta. The article notes local crimes and civic items including a strike end, inauguration parade deliberations, a stolen horse and buggy valued at 400 dollars, dedication plans for Wilson Hall, railway stock increase approval, an arrest for theft of samples, and Barnstable Merchants Society officers elected.

Andrew Engler Norwich Conn Charles Judkins Brunswick Augusta Miller Cook, Jr South Abington Secretary of War Ft. Adams Newport R. I M. L. Webber Bridgewater Stass Congregational Church Rollins Chapel Wilson Hall Hanover N. H New Jersey Gilbert Gloucester Mass Committee On Barnstable Merchent Society Tursday J. E. Pratt Sandwich S$. F. Davis Orleans C. M. Hunliburt South Dennis F. A. Rogers Brewster

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