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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1889

Page

5

Mrs Foster's Husband Seeks Treasury Post Backed by Iowa Republicans

Washington reports Mrs J Ellen Foster led Republican temperance efforts in the recent campaign and urges recognition for her husband C E Foster as register of the Treasury backed by Iowa Republicans and prohibitionists. General Rosecrans may have held the post, but his retention is unlikely. A separate note cites a Mexican treasury document about a loan option.

Washington Speciau J. Ellen Foster Messrs. Quay Clarkson C. E. Foster Iowa Register of the Treasury White House General Rosecrans Republican Party

Two Connecticut Men At War Over Loans And Gossip

Travellers from Europe report a feud between ex Governor Tom Waller the consul general at London and Charles T Russell the consul at Liverpool. Waller claims Russell borrowed 10000 to straighten his accounts which showed a 5000 error. Russell’s late quarterly statements prompted bondman Arthur Sewall to intervene. Anger over the loan use triggered sharp remarks between them.

Connecticut Europe Tom’’ Waller London Charles T. Russell Liverpool Russell Waller Arthur Sewall Maine

No National Banks Allowed in Oklahoma Opinion

Attorney General Miller informs the Secretary of the Treasury that no law allows establishing national banks in Oklahoma at present. National bank rules require three-fourths of directors to have a year’s residency in the state. Oklahoma’s settlement period makes meeting this requirement impossible. An effort for early legislation is expected.

Oklahoma Miller Secretary of the Treasury

Unclear US posture on Samoa conference hitch

Department of State has not officially acknowledged a hitch in the Samoan conference. Prominent officials declined to discuss the matter, citing proprieties. It is likely US representatives have raised Malietoa's restoration, but exact instructions remain undisclosed.

Department of State Department United States Malietoa

Captain Borden Sails to Lead Alaska Refuge Station

Captain Philip Borden of New Bedford has been named superintendent of the Point Barrow refuge station in Alaska. He received final instructions at the Treasury and will sail from San Francisco aboard the revenue steamer Bear around June 3. He will choose two assistants. the station operates two months yearly and its keepers are isolated for ten months.

Borden Alaska Philip B. Borden New Bedford Point Barrow Treasury Department San Francisco Bear

Mrs Johnson Returns to Baltimore After Washington Visit

Harriet Lane Johnson left Baltimore six months ago after living with Judge Knott. She presided over the White House during her uncle President James Buchanan's term and was greeted with attentions here. She had visits with Mrs Cleveland and Mrs Harrison, and hosted elaborate luncheons attended by Washington society's prominent women.

Johnson Baltimore Harriet Lane Johnson Judge Knott White House James Buchanan Cleveland Harrison Hobson

A Curious Claim Over Census Job Shares

Letters from an Indiana man claim to be Robert P. Porter named as census superintendent and seek half the salary. He asserts he served in the Sixty-ninth Indiana Regiment and would waive the post if awarded half its emoluments.

Robert P. Porter Porter Indiana Sixty-ninth

Postal punches contract awarded to Brooks & Co of New York

The Post Office Department awarded the contract for plyer punches for postal notes to Brooks & Co of New York. Their bid was 63 cents, underbidding Smith, Egge & Co of Bridgeport, Conn, who renewed their former 70 cent price. Over 2000 punches are used annually.

Post Office Department Brooks & Co New York Smith, Egge & Co Bridgeport, Conn

Sympathy from Hawaii on Samoa loss

The Secretary of State received a note from the Hawaiian minister for foreign affairs dated April 16, conveying King Kalakaua’s sympathy for the United States over the Samoa tragedy. The President has acknowledged the letter.

Samoa

The Acceptance of a Mexican Loan Despatch Received

The Secretary of State reports receipt of a despatch from Mr Bragiz the United States minister to Mexico dated the 3d inst closing the matter.

Bragiz United States Mexico

One Democrat Appointed Postmaster at Grafton Mass

The President appointed Martin Hickey a fourth class postmaster at Grafton Massachusetts. Hickey was the sole candidate and drew cross party endorsement amid Mugwump influence. Frank E. Nichols is reappointed at Warren despite a lapsed nomination. The moves spark GOP unease and recall Senator Ingalls warning about following Cleveland.

Grafton Mass Martin Hickey Hickey Joseph H. Walker Frank E. Nichols Warren Cleveland Nichols Ingalls Mr. Cleveland

Quay Praises Rice Appointment Influence

Friends say Allen Thorndike Rice was appointed minister to Russia partly due to Senator Quay and contrary to Mr. Blaine wishes. The President consulted Blaine on foreign appointments when Quay praised Rice as an excellent gentleman and strong political strategist who aided in New York and helped save votes for Harrison with a $10,000 campaign fund and quiet negotiations.

Quay Rice Allen Thorndike Rice Russia Senator Quay Blaine Thorndike Rice New York Harrison

Crane & Co. Bids At Treasury For Bank Note Paper

Mr W M Crane of Dalton arrives to witness bid openings for distinctive bank note paper at the Treasury Department. Crane & Co have held the contract for ten years with bids typically led by them at 38 1 2 cents per pound last year. The firm supplies paper for national bank notes Treasury notes silver certificates and bonds to the United States and many foreign states.

W. M. Crane Dalton Treasury Department Crane & Co Crane Treasury Messrs Tongland Canada Mexico South American

Treasury estimates cash value turned over to Treasurer

Treasury accountants completed an estimate of the cash value of currency coin and securities handed to Treasurer Huston by ex Treasurer Hyatt totaling 722 million dollars.

Uncle Sam Treasury Huston Hyatt

New National Bank Opens in Colebrook New Hampshire

The comptroller of the currency authorizes Colebrook National Bank of New Hampshire to begin business with a capital of 75000 dollars in its official launch.

NEW National Bank New Hampshire Comptroller of the Currency Colebrook National Bank of

Appointments by the President Today

The President announced several appointments including John W. Meldrum as Secretary of Wyoming from Laramie Orrin W. Barr named Receiver of Public Moneys at Huron Dakota James H Disney named Indian Inspector Warsaw Indiana James C Luckey named Agent for Warm Springs Agency Oregon Malachi Krebs named Special Agent for allotments Petersburg Indiana Postmasters Francis A D Sigghi Camden Missouri Frank E Nichols Warren Massachusetts James Martin Grafton Massachusetts Morgan E White Manchester Connecticut with offices becoming presidential.

Wyoming John W. Meldrum Laramie Pes Huron Dak Orrin W. Barr Dakota James H. Disney Warsaw Ind Warm Springs Oregon James C. Luckey Malachi Krebs Petersburg Francis A. D. Sigghi Camden E. C. Fletcher Frank E. Nichols Warren Mass Martin Eomey Grafton Morgan E. White Manchester Conn

Spring Concert at Harvard by Glee Club and Friends

The annual spring concert at Sanders Theatre features the Glee Club Pierian Sodality Banjo Club Guitar and Mandolin Club with a varied programme. Highlights include first Cambridge performance of the Guitar and Mandolin Club and pieces by Rubinstein Moszkowski Wagner Rowley and Lockwood. Canoe races postponed to Thursday afternoon due to bad weather.

Glee Club Pierian Sodality Banjo Club Guitar and Mandolin Club Sanders Theatre Cambridge March of the Cold Stream Guards Mr. Fullerton and Glee Club Moszkowski Pierian Sodality

Judge Holmes nullifies verdict on Brockton will forgery case

Justice Holmes set aside the jury verdict that Father Thomas B. McNulty forged his will. The will left $60,000 to Catholic charities. next of kin claimed forgery and contested soundness and undue influence. The case returns for trial in Plymouth in May.

Supreme Court Holmes Thomas B. McNulty Brockton Page Holmes Plymouth Father McNulty Sien Justice Holmes

GERICKE FAREWELL CONCERT AT MUSIC HALL

Wilhelm Gericke has organized a farewell program at Music Hall tomorrow evening. The Boston Symphony Orchestra along with the Cecilia chorus and soloists William J. Winch and Ivan Morawski will perform selections from Parsifal and Beethoven's Fifth. A large audience is expected.

Wilhelm Gericke Music Hall Oston Symphony Orchestra The Cecilia and Messrs William J. Winch Ivan Morawski Beethoven Boston Symphony Orchestra

Atkinson and Co Catalogue Highlights Desks and Bookcases

Messrs. B A Atkinson and Co issue a handsome illustrated catalogue showcasing desks bookcases and sideboards with a varied selection appealing to shoppers eyeing new furniture and home fittings.

Messrs B. A. Atkinson & Co

Market optimism and long expected rise signals across exchanges

The letter surveys a bullish tone in the New York market with strong hands and scarce stocks, noting anticipated demand, shorts to cover, and expected rises in Northwest and Oregon lines. It cites broker activity, large western operators, and forthcoming decisions affecting Chicago Gas, along with historical claims about New York & New England consolidation talks and contrasting official reports.

New York Jersey Central Northwestern Western

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