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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1886

Page

2

Man Pursued After Assault on Railroad Strikers

Martin Irons faces threats of hanging by former allies after he led an assault on the Southwestern railroad system. Accused of misusing striker funds and blamed for the group’s troubles, he has fled by night and is believed to be hiding under an assumed name as the collapse of his position becomes rapid and total.

Martin Irons Southwestern Powderly London Spectator Chicago The Spectator Prince Bismarck Europe America Minois Juan Carlos Spain Christina Alfonso New York Board of Aldermen Montreal Eno Moloney Times Ferdinand Ward Joelone Washington Anl Bayard New Haven Palladium D. Jerome Elwell Evans House Teus Mr. Elwell Elwell Ducal Palace Springfield Massachusetts Ames Henry Wilson Cief Oliver Ames Russell O’reilly Board of Agriculture Boston Vilot A. L. Wister U. C. von Mantenuffel Violetta Messrs. Macmillan & Co John Morley Emerson British Museum John Flaxman Daniel Defoe David Hume J. J. Rousseau sTheney H. R. Haweis London Calloway Folklore Society Charles Lamb Atheneum J. A. Symonds Sir Philip Sidney Messrs. Macmillan Badminton Library Moor and Marsh University College Shelby Society Sheley Owen Meurt Roman Parisien Marie Colombier Paris Hugh Latimer Martin Luther Frederic Harrison Victor Hugo Goethe Scott George Sand Notre Dame Pere Gorioto Eugenie Grandet Wakefield

German Historian Kerr von Ranke Dies in Berlin

The article notes the death of Kerr von Ranke in Berlin yesterday. It highlights his lifelong work on a monumental history and his unfinished Heliggeschichte while recalling Macaulay’s praise of the English historian. It also covers political commentary on polygamy penalties and a call for a general divorce law.

Kerr von Ranke Berlin Herr von Runke Henglish Macaulay London Bridge St. Paul’s Wastrans

Public dispute over Bell patent affidavit and Wilber claims

The Saturday developments reveal long standing questions about Bell and the Jay caveat with Wilber’s affidavit alleging improper preference in the patent office. Bell’s denial cites limited interviews while urging court resolution for final determination.

Bell Mr. Bell Mr.Jay Patent Office Wilber Committee of Investigation

Legislature seeks Supreme Judicial Court view on redistricting question

The Legislature argues the Supreme Judicial Court should provide a constitutional ruling on how the state is redistricted. It notes twenty years of apportionment may violate constitutional provisions and calls for a more competent decision than a joint committee's snap judgment.

Supreme Judicial Court Massachusetts Boston Andrew

Boston Common and Public Garden Shine in Spring Display

The article praises the Common and Public Garden for their spring flower displays and well cared for grounds. It commends the parks' accessibility and notes the efficient superintendent, highlighting the city's pride in these urban green spaces.

Governor Longs Simple Democratic Wedding In Old Colony District

Amid political bustle a charming event unfolds as Governor Long marries in his congressional district. Spring wildflowers fill the village church while friends lay the decor. The ceremony, led by an old pastor from Hingham, highlights simple rural hospitality and enduring popular affection.

Governor Long Hingham Long Old Colony

Protectionist Voices Across Newspapers Highlight Trade Debate

Editorial excerpts rally for American self sufficiency in trade shipping and fisheries policy while condemning free trade. Writers urge protection on land and sea, defend rights against Canada, and praise a Sullivan tribute to liberty vs Britain.

England France Philadelphia Press

June Cassell Family Magazine offers varied reading and stories

The June number features continuing tales like A Wilful Young Woman and The Cruise of the Spen drift, new serials by Mrs. Lillie and Mr. Talbot, pieces on Bodleian library and archery, health essays by A Family Doctor, and royal and historic children features. The Wide Awake section remains bright with illustrations and verses.

Froude Oceana Phillip Carteret Hill D.C. L Province of Nova Scotia Bodleian Library Oxford

Macmillans for May and The Epicurean Urn

The May issue previews include Archbishop French in an Old Pupil's piece, Walter Pater on Sir Thomas Browne and Urn Burial, and Longfellow in a substantial article. Ivan Tourguenet writes A Fire at Sea from the French, while William Archer reviews Shakspere as a Dramatic Artist and The Woodlanders by Thomas Hardy.

Macmillan Archbishop French Walter Pater England America Maring the Epicurian Thomas Brown Longfellow Ivan Tourguenett William Archer

Various satirical notes and quotes from contemporary papers

A collage of light political quips, social commentary, and humorous anecdotes. Snippets reference indemnity cases, presidential trips, clerical orders, lynching rumors, theatre gags, Boston gerrymanders, and foreign affairs jests, with playful asides on fashion and public figures.

Moody unveils in vented floating light ship for mid ocean

Captain Moody of the Anchor line debuts a circular 30 foot hull light ship with four 50 foot stems and a 60 foot steel tower. It carries an electric light powered by a dynamo and windmill, moored by four chains, and aims to serve Atlantic telegraphic cables, vessel signaling, and refuge for mariners.

Moody Atlantic Ocean Europe America Gulf Stream Home Naval Department

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