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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

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May 19, 1882

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Portland Plans a Longfellow Statue in the Square

The plan to memorialize Longfellow in Portland calls for a statue near the old Longfellow house. The year is backward for booms, but Worthington’s boom continues with activity around editor Morse and various letters. Notable items include Prof. Pike’s self defense shooting, a Corrientes province upheaval, Chicago streetcar deaths, and Rio de Janeiro commerce notes with Austrian and Brazilian steamship arrangements.

Portland Longfellow

Naval Nominations Stir Senate As Awards Debated

The president sent nominations to the senate naming Commodore J B Creishton as rear admiral Captain William T Truxton as commodore Commander Alfred Bopkins as captain Lieutenant Commander Charles D Sigsbee as commander Lieutenant Oscar W Farenholt as lieutenant commander Master John Downes as lieutenant. The House Foreign Affairs Committee will hold a secret session at 10 tomorrow to decide action on Shipherd's letter and will question ex Assistant Secretary Hitt on Tuesday. Shipherd hints at new public matters but will not release details until the committee replies. No quarrel with Mexico. The House today received a message from the president transmitting the secretary of state’s conclusive report and papers on the imprisonment of Thomas Shields and Charles Weber in Mexico along with a letter signed by Shields, Weber and Salem to Representative Bayne describing their release and conference with Hon P H Morgan.

Chicago City Railway Company State Street New York Chicago Cable Railway Washington Senate Hiram Johnson United States Jackson Henderson Tenn Grant Harris Messrs. Ingalls House Committee On Foreign Affairs Robert H. Hitt Walker Hitt Blunt House Committee On Patents House Siemens Kasson Iowa Great Britain J. B. Creishton William T. Truxton Alfred Bopkins Charles D. Sigsbee Oscar W. Farenholt John Downes Shipherd Mexico Thomas Shields Chas. Weber Shields Weber Salem Lawrence The Stock Exchange George H. Kennedys William J. Hutchinson Exchange Kennedy Hutchinson John R. Daff Boston Michael Turner Wisconsin Perry Turner Seventh New York Regiment Newport Providence New England State of Indiana Belfast Ireland Marshal Knox New York City State Assembly Albany Wm. E. Badcap Prince & Whitley Jas. R. Keene Defenda F. McDermott San Francisco Bradshaw Tombstone Arizona Frey Dankelman National Board National Board of Fire Underwriters Committee On Statistics Pacific Slope Western Union Middle States D. A. Heald J. W. Murray Atlantic Ocean New World Yucatan Central Continent Central America Atlantis Yehanntepec Guatemala Mitia Ouxuct Gorila Tule Committee On Public Health Newton Gambridge Somerville Chelsea Malden Brookline Waltham Watertown Kont Arlington Winchester Medford Woburn Stoneham Wakefield Melrose Everett Revere Winthrop Metropolitan Health District Boston Harbor Charles Mystic Board of Commissioners Walter Shanly Joint Railroad Committee Massachusetts New York Senate Assemb Harbor and Land Commissioners J. A. Bowen Fall River South

Parliament Debates Irish Repression Bill and Arrears Motion

London May 18 Irish parliamentary party condemns the repression bill as unworthy and fraught with direct consequences. Gladstone to answer why arrears bill not printed and whether to expedite it. Debate continues with Trevelyan and Dillon questioning justice failures and bill’s impact on operations against secret organizations. The discussion adjourned until tomorrow.

London Gladstone House of Commons O’donnell O'Donnell Stafford Northcote Committee of Supply Ale Trevelyan Ireland Howick Cotthurst County Cork Sheridan Treveylan Irish World United Irishman Dillon

Early Baseball Results Across Cities Highlight Tight Finishes

In Pillsboro Cincinnati the score was 3 to 2 Allegheny over Pillsboro Cincinnati. Providence Brown defeated Dartmouth 22 to 13. Worcester beat Boston 15 to 3. Athletic edged Philadelphia 9 to 9? Wait. Baltimore won 5 to 3 over St Louis. Albany Providence game ended 6 to 7 with Troy losing 7 to 6. New York Mettropolitans 4 over Atlantics LI. Chicago over Buffalos 9 to 4. Detroit over Clevelands 3 to 2.

Pillsboro Cincinnati Allegheny Providence Brown Dartmouth Worcester Boston Philadelphia Louisville, & Athletic Baltimore St. Louis Albany Troy New York Mettropolitans Atlantics Chicago Chicagos Buffalos Detroit Detroits Clevelands

Notable figures in Pittsfield on local schedule

Edwin Booth will spend the coming Sabbath in Pittsfield as guest of Mrs. Gen. Bartlett. Senator Dawes rests there after his Pittsfield visit. Mr M H Murphy, Marlboro lawyer, heads to Dakota to establish a practice. Rev Dr Fiske of Bath plans a men voyage to Europe for health.

Edwin Booth Pittsfield Gen. Bartlett Senator Dawes Worthington M. H. Murphy Marlporo Dakota Dr. Fiske Bath Vo Atrip Europe

National Bank Bill Debate Heats Up In Congress

Washington May 13 report on the proposed national bank bill and Randall amendment with warnings of possible currency contraction. Carlisle urges restraint while several amendments are adopted or defeated. O'Brien remembered for philanthropy and Norfolk ties as his fleet visits.

Boston Post Washington Carlisle United States Crapo Buckner Randal Pennsylvania Holman Indiana Randall Massachusetts Secretary of the Treasury Cannon Illinois Yeas Flaskell Kaneus

Knights of Pythias Grand Lodge Meets in Portland

The Knights of Pythias grand lodge convened in Portland with 24 of 30 lodges present and a favorable finance report showing net asset gains of $392,646. Officers elected include W. J. Landers as grand chancellor and Henry I. Nelson as vice chancellor. salaries debated for the grand keeper of records and seals at $700 yearly. The body adjourned to Lewiston for May 1883.

Portland Knights of Pythias Grand Lodge W. J. Landers Gardner Henry I. Nelson Lawton Lewiston N. R. Macy Saccarappa Joseph F. Chute Biggar Kennebunk W.carl Gotham C. M. Waterhouse Committee On Finance Henry C. Peabody George H. McKeeny

Doubtful Days for the Men who Drive Los

Maine lumber men face three weeks behind last year as streams run low and rain remains scarce. Logs on Penobscot and tributaries risk being stranded without timely downpour, with 125000000 feet of this year’s timber awaiting raftage and a heavy rain needed to satisfy owners.

Los Penobscot Maine

Worcester conference convenes in Lancaster spring meeting

The Worcester conference of Congregational churches met in Lancaster on May 17 with a devotional session led by Rev. W. H. Pierson. President Hon. H. Merriam presided. An essay on Dead and Living Truth was read by Rev. R. A. Griffin. Speakers included Rev. Dr. Bartel, William Baldwin, and several pastors from area towns. A noon dinner was served, and a home missionary committee was appointed. The credentials committee reported 22 churches, 16 pastors, 121 delegates, and 182 visitors. The body adjourned at 4 PM.

Lancaster Mass Worcester Conference of Congregational Churches Unitarian W. H. Pierson Fitchburg H. Merriam Leominster R. A. Griffin Marlboro Bartel Boston William &. Baldwin Boston Young Men’s Christ In Union Messrs Nickerson Templeton Earl Upton Bremner Uxbriave Savage Burr Lombard Athol Forbes Westboro Gibbs Hanson and Clark Petersham Shayer Memorial Excc

Cumming Divorce Hearing Recessed After Drunkenness Testimony

Testimony in the Cumming divorce case continued before Chief Justice Morton with Mrs. Mary Caild recalled for cross examination by Gen. Butler. Witnesses described Mr. Cumming’s drinking, alleged adultery plans, and a key deposition from Charles Rogers. The court admitted the deposition and reserved final ruling, allowing the case to go up on report to the full bench.

Cumming Morton Mary Caild Gen. Butler Rogers Albert C. Baker Nelson Browning Mr. Cumming Stella Point Shirley Shawmut Avenue Piarlboro Mr. Browning Charles H. Rogers Sohier San Francisco Boston Stella the Angel New Marlboro Hotel Bethlehem Sergt. Trask Columbus Avenue W. H. Jones Butler

Fight at Harrisburg Alaska Leaves Ten Dead

Private telegrams from Portland report a serious clash among white miners at Harrisburg Alaska with ten killed. The secretary of the navy is asked to deploy the USS Wachusett from Sitka to Harrisburg to restore order, and his approval is anticipated.

Washington Portland Oregon Harrisburg Alaska Secretary of the Navy United States Wachusett Sitka Harrisbore

Body of Dr Kendall Found Near Syracuse Meadow

The insensible body of Dr Henry W Kendall was discovered in a meadow near the county poor house cemetery four miles from Syracuse. A bullet hole between the eyes and a full kit of resurrectionists' tools were found nearby. It is believed he was involved in body snatching and the death may be self inflicted or the result of a companion's shot. He cannot live. The case remains mysterious.

Syracuse N. Y Henry W. Kendall County Poor House Kendall

A Foolish Quarrel Between Kentucky Leaders

In Washington on May 18 a duel scare arose between Kentucky figures Congressman Joe Blackburn and Senator Cerro Gordo Williams over credit for a $100,000 Frankfort public building bill. A letter from Williams to Judge Lysander Hoard triggered Blackburn’s anger and rival letters, with mediation from Carlisle and Hampton. The dispute paused as ambitions and communications complicate a peaceful resolution.

Boston Post Washington Joe Blackourn Cerro Gordo Williams Kentucky Frankfort Lysander Hoard Blackburn Williams Senate Messrs. Blackburn Beck Carlisle J.C. S. Blackburn Mr. Blackburn Mr. Williams Wiliams Wade Hampton Butler South Carolina Hampton Mr. Carlile Hoard Mr. Hampton

Shooting at University of Minnesota Sparks Court Action

Minneapolis May 18 The shooting of Asa Paine by Prof W A Pike of the University of Minnesota is explained as self defense after a raiding party prompted a pursuit to the president’s house. Paine was wounded in the thigh and is recovering. Pike bonds for $500 and faces assault with a deadly weapon charge set for May 29.

Prof. Pike University of Minnesota Massachusetts Boston Buffalo N. Y R. Porter Lee First National Bank Wallace United States Circuit Court Smith Lee Minneapolis Young Paine W. A. Pike St. Paul Folwell University Avenue Asa Paine Prof. Moore Paine Pike Maine State College

Evidence Ties Malley Brothers to Cramer Murder Case

New Haven May 18 witnesses in the Cramer murder case include Apothecary Spaulding who cites a 1889 entry for W Maley of Church Street buying four ounces of rat poison and Walter Maley’s purchases of acids. Letters and notes involving Blanche Douglass and James Peck’s wife are presented as the trial probesWalter and Edward Maley are linked to a store messenger system for buying items. Health expert De Wolf arrives in Chicago to discuss arsenic distribution and Jennie Cramer’s death being possibly by drowning rather than ironing.

Malley Brothers New Haven Cramer Spaulding W. Maley Church Street Walter Malley Walter Malley Edward Malley Blanche Hie Painter New York Jones Doolittle ChicaGo Dewolf Jennie Cramer

Kentucky Oaks and race results at Louisville track

In Louisville Kentucky today a fine crowd attended a program led by the Kentucky Oaks won by Katie Creel with Pinafore and Issie following. Earlier races saw Oleon winning the three quarter mile dash and Duke of Kent taking the mile dash. Fatmitza captured the mile and a quarter with Aleck Ament, Rochester trailing. Judge Barnett won the steeplechase as Miss Malloy and Guy placed.

Louisville Oleon Annie Louisa Punch Duke of Kent Maggie Ayer Gus Matthews Lime Fatmitza Aleck Ament Rochester Tird Katie Creel Pinafore Issie Judge Barnett Miss Malloy Guy

Child's fits trace to vomited items in Carmel case

Daniel Murphy, nine, of Carmel, sick with fits, reportedly vomited a cloth fragment, coins and pebbles weighing 74 ounces. Elizabeth Hill won a $14,500 verdict against Munroe Hill’s estate in a dispute over stumpages rents and other charges. The Bank of British North America and others defended. The case moves to jail court on exceptions. Charles B Harrington of Bath launched the yacht Widgeon, 25 tons, built for speed with 3,000 pounds ballast, William Minot of Boston owner. He also has a 40 ton steam yacht nearly ready for George S. Homer of New Bedford.

Daniel Murphy Carmel Elizabeth Hill Calais Munroe Hill Bank of British North America Charles B. Harrington Bath Widgeon William Minot Boston Harrington George Homer New Bedford

Northern railroad declares semiannual dividend of three dollars

A semiannual dividend of 3 per share is declared by the Northern railroad, payable June 1. A cold rain and snow affected the state, with Portmouth grocer Lafayette V Newell's store damaged by attachments totaling 6400. Dover resident Betsy L Hateh sues for 8500 after an injury on a sidewalk. Knights Templar units held ascension services at St Pauls church in Concord followed by a banquet.

The Northern Railroad Lafayette V. Newell’s Porttsmouth Betsy L. Hateh Dover Chapel Street Grand Commandery Knights Templar Trinity Commandery Manchester Mount Hore Concord Order St. Paul's Church

Fox catching pair and church disputes in Vermont region

In Kirby two men gathered 45 foxes this season. Mrs. George Stearns of Bethel died by suicide. Lake Memphremagog ice cleared May 9 and navigation began. Rev. L. Kinney becomes East Dover Baptist pastor. Calvin Crown broke his leg after a board failure riding a drag in Charleston. Newport M. E. church seeks action review after Mrs. J Y Green was expelled for laughing in choir. Irish beacon light Reagan spent a cold, wind swept night on Indian Point. boat drifted away and he was rescued unable to speak.

Kirby George Stearns Bethel Lake Memphremagog L. Kinney Wilmington Baptist Church East Dover Calvin Crown Charleston M. E Newport J.Y. Green Reagan Indian Point Wohen

News Briefs From The Region In A Turbulent Week

Frank Chase of North Adams sues town for 5000 after a hip fracture from an icy street fall last winter. Edward Burns of Fall River badly injured by streetcar in Webster, amputations expected. Springfield grand jury indicts Joseph Loomis for murder and Dr Henry Forbes of Chicopee for a portion. Fall River man John Sanford dies from internal injuries after a 40 foot roof fall. Burglaries hit Easthampton homes with quick entry by nippers. Gloucester eyes fire alarm system. will study Gamewell in Boston. Gloucester market reports first sale of mackerel this season at 640 per barrel. Fitchburg tile cutters seek 40 percent wage rise. New England shops to back them. Boston convention likely to discuss the wage matter by month’s end. George Wilbur of Fall River abducts child, with Nayada Ashley aiding. Steep Brook residents threaten tar and feathers. police intervene. Mrs Wilbur’s supporters press removal of her husband’s alleged paramour from town position.

Frank Chase North Adams Edward Burns Fail River Webster Springfield Joseph Loomis David Levett Henry G. Forbes Chicopee John R. Sanford Fall River Easthampton Gloucester Committee On Fire Department Boston Gloucester Fitchburg New England George Wilbur Steep Brook Nayada Ashley Wilbur

The Casino Opens Next Monday With Vivid Amenities

The great American Casino will open next Monday with covered facilities. A 50 mile bicycle race between John S. Prince and Mlle Louise Armainde is planned for Thursday afternoon and evening, with a gold medal and purse of 200 dollars. Inside track rail, patrons roller rink, billiards, maze puzzle, pistol gallery, opera troupe Cinderella at School, and Brown's Brigade band concerts daily from 10 AM to 11 PM.

John S. Prince Mlle Louise Armainde Rice’s Opera Comique Company Brown’s Brigade Band

Mitla and southern Mexican ruins contrast sharply with central and northern sites

The author argues Mitla near Oaxaca as a unique southern ruin amid two distinct architectural traditions, contrasting stone southern monuments with adobe northern examples. He notes Xochicalco and Papantla as northern peers, favors southern prehispanic grandeur, and questions northern origins theories while praising Yucatan sites like Palenque and Guatemala for noble examples.

Mexico Mittla Oaxaca Yucatan Mitla Republic of Mexico Xochicalco City of Papantla Vera Cruz Prescou Letibe Yucatan Peninsula Tula Mxico San Juan Teotihuacan Cholula Valley of Mexico Prescott Palenque Guatemala Gulf Coast Pacific Gulf

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