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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1893
Page
6
An old school medical view of disease gives way to new ideas of nervous weakness. Paine's celery compound is advertised as a remedy to restore vigor and robust blood. A letter from Addison New York recounts a sister recovering from paralysis and grip thanks to the product, with further benefits for a nervous wife.
Governor Russell named Judge Joseph D. Fallon as presiding justice of the South Boston Municipal Court to fill the late Judge Burbank’s seat. The slate also includes A B E. Houghton to the Fitchburg railroad board, Henry Stone to Lunacy and Charity, C Everett Washburn trial justice, Tilgrew pilot at Scituate Harbor, Proctor and Johnson to hospital and Lunacy boards, Dean to associate justice, and Conley to the Board of Education. Sketches note Fallon’s Galway birth, Holy Cross and Georgetown education, long service in Boston schools, and roles in banking and civil service. Conley, born 1852 in Lowell, rose from public teaching to Boston supervision. Dean of 1860s birth studied law and joined city councils and clubs.
In St. Joseph Missouri on May 18 Mrs Michael Biergo wife of a wealthy farmer near Barnard suddenly went insane and attacked her infant. She seized a razor nearly severed the child's hand and killed it then cut her own throat dying almost instantly.
Paine’s ware rooms showcase a $6 full-size wood mantel complete and elaborately decorated. The price reflects the immense bulk of business and volume discounts possible at Paine’s, making such value unlikely at ordinary furniture stores.
The Whiskey Trust moves to remove wholesalers, taking all profits with a plan to raise 8 million dollars in first mortgage bonds payable in twenty years at six percent. Trust will expand distributing houses to 53 agencies with more planned, pressuring wholesalers to sell out or exit. President Greenhut notes 20 to 30 days to ready bonds and launch system.
The Concord inquiry on Almy's burial shows no death certificate or burial permit filed. The warden plans a discreet interment with a hidden grave site, guarded by a few officials to prevent discovery.
The President named consuls M. M. Duffle of Arkansas at Winnipeg and George Horton of Illinois at Athens Greece with Frank H Brooks of Illinois at Trieste. Postmasters appointed include Harry B Parker Bucksport Me Henry F Libby Pittsfield Me Frank L Thayer Waterville Me Fred W Smith Adams Mass. In total 95 fourth class postmasters were named. 69 to fill resignations or deaths. Other picks include G A Steele Cheshire Henry Higinbotham Tariffville Maine S K E Skillings Richmond Corner New Hampshire B F Drew Colebrook.
The body of Alex James, who died in Brooklyn, was brought to Haverhill by the local I O O F lodge. A Catholic church dispute left no priest present and the burial occurred without services, fueling bitter Catholic and Odd Fellows tensions over the funeral.
Early today six rivermen employed by Davis and Sargent to drive logs on the Merrimac River were capsized. Three men were drowned in the accident near Concord New Hampshire.
All diseases treated free for two weeks with treatment and medicine provided. Dr Dewey's offices at 40 Tennyson Street near Providence depot open daily until 8 p m except Sundays 10 to 4 p m.
Mr Hilliard confronts Wilton in a house scene as Wilton sits in a bedroom about to put on a sock. Hilliard declares intent to strike, saying he has heard Wilton has been roasting him and will lick him. The tense moment centers on threat and impending conflict.
Two leading stage men Robert Hilliard and Wilton Lackaye clashed at the Langham Hotel after a tense exchange over critics and poker rumors. The confrontation ended with blows, a broken thumb, and a pitcher used as a weapon, prompting hotel officials to intervene and vow discipline for any publicity. Both sides claim self defense. Hilliard denies seeking advantage and says Lackaye provoked the fight.
In a candid account, a witness describes an encounter with Mr. Hilliard in a manager's box after a theatre performance. He says the event was misread, denies commenting on the play or actor, and claims no fear, only concern about headlines. A second witness confirms witnessing the incident.
Leaders of the Republican party in Marblehead met to discuss a candidate for governor naming Hon. T Jefferson Coolidge as a strong possibility alongside Pillsbury Hart and Wolcott. Sam Roads Jr returned from Washington after Treasury Department talks. Democratic city committee set to elect officers as Roxbury and North End push for representation. Candidates include W S McNary John F Fitzgerald John H Dee and Frank F Proctor. The gathering promised to be full and lively.
The streets and sewers committee, with the Mayor and Corporation Counsel, met to discuss a Common Council order to appoint citizen visitors for public institutions. The board supports a Mayor appointed board reporting to the Mayor, subject to Aldermen approval, with a vote to be reported next meeting. The Brookline Gas Light digging issue was not reached.
At Rockport on May 18 the schooner Osceo ran ashore on Salvages and broke up last night. Its cargo drifted southward and a sailor is missing with the body not yet recovered. The crew sails to New Brunswick immediately and the captain's wife remains onboard due to ill health.
The Fairfield river flood reaches ten year high as the Fairfield boom breaks. About 3,000,000 logs belonging to Lawrence Newhall & Co. drift downstream, causing a heavy loss for the firm.
The treasury committee reported adversely on a bill to establish a north side union station funded largely by the state. It was referred for further action as several millions were involved. Senators Salisbury and Lawrence signed, Stevens reserved dissent. The House tabling of a Gas Commission investigation order was noted amid calls for disclosure.
The final commencement ceremonies were held at Steinert Hall with a program of selections and dances. Principal Clara Power Edgerly addressed the graduates as Howard Malcolm Ticknor awarded diplomas to 18 named scholars including Fannie Bowman Sadie Calef Elizabeth Dodge Carrie Peables Alice Ryder Hermine Staven Helen Crawford Mary Shattuck Katherine White Elizabeth Beatey Helen Wood Clark May Closser Ethel Knights Jessie Smith Minna Smith Margaret Warde Kathleen Woodburn Nellie Mace.
The Master Teamsters Association issues a circular to Senator Edward J. Leary opposing a bill to regulate draft wagon tire width. They argue the bill imposes a tax on their class and increases vehicle weight, requiring more horsepower and raising transportation costs. They claim broader road maintenance should be funded by business taxes.
A surprise party honored Mr and Mrs H A Chamberlin at Lincoln and Everett streets Allston. Joseph H Doherty gave a humorous speech and a banquet lamp was presented. Guests included Lizzie Wright Jennie Barry Celia Finnegan Anna Sheedy Katie Hammond Maggie Mills Mary McGovern Mrs Hall Brockton and others. Lizzie Wright organized the event.
London stock market closes steady but not buoyant with few gloomy rumors. Doubt hangs over firms helped through temporary difficulties as operators stay cautious and await near term market direction and the next accounting.
An advertisement claims Tuttle's Elixir cures diseases for humans and animals. It asserts the remedy always works and encourages continued use whenever needed.
The article outlines a railroad consolidation scenario with McLeod expected to resign from the Boston & Maine. Frank Jones would likely succeed him, linking with Consolidated and Old Colony interests. Concord directors may resist, but absorption by New Haven and Consolidated appears inevitable, leaving Albany and Fitchburg as only independents from Boston.
A Navy Department letter states the cruiser Marblehead will be sent to Marblehead to receive the town’s set of colors. Preparations include a large street parade with bands on headlands and a fireworks display. Captain John Cole and H C Sparhawk lead flag purchases for a townwide celebration.
A May 18 parade and picnic by New York Italian societies honored sailors from the Italian fleet ships Etna Bausen Dogali and Eridano now in port. About seven hundred sailors landed at Fifty-ninth Street and marched to Jones's Wood for dancing and prize games.
The Bath Maine schooner Melville loaded with corn struck rocks at Phillips Cove Ogunquit this morning. Her boat was missing and she appears abandoned. A woman’s clothing was found in the cabin. the vessel is breaking up.
The notice lists Rev Charles C Earle officiating on May 16 for the marriage of Lester G W Boaker and Edith B Gresham.
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