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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1892
Page
1
United States Marshal Jacobs announced late today that the cap on deputy marshals assigned to duty at tomorrow's polls is 7000 as the election approaches. The figure governs the scale of polling place security and election enforcement nationwide.
In Packertown on Saturday night J. D. Thayer Republican candidate for joint Senator from Wabash and Kosciusko counties suffered sudden paralysis. He was taken to his home and is in a dying condition. Thayer was a well known Northern Indiana politician.
Washington Nov 7 Only two Cabinet members will be in the capital tomorrow Secretary Tracy travels to New York leaving Secretary Foster and Attorney General Miller as the sole Cabinet in Washington Foster already arranged a pairing with an Indiana Democrat and Miller intends to do likewise
An old advertisement cautions that a neglected cough can lead to consumption and urges readers to take Dr Buli's Cough Syrup to prevent illness.
A boastful note claims the largest variety and the most elegant designs of original patterns ever offered. It emphasizes quality and exclusivity to attract buyers seeking refined, distinctive styles.
News reports from New Orleans on November 7 describe a broad labor strike with the Typographical Union joining and most unions out, except cotton laborers. No streetcars operate, wholesale groceries face disruption, and newspapers halve output with Daily States spared. Governor covertly weighs arbitration, militia on standby. authorities report limited violence as tension rises.
Taunton November 7. At the Superior Criminal Court opening Justice Thompson presides. Melvin O Adams asks for special grand jury instructions to avoid hearsay from newspaper paragraphs. District Attorney Knowlton says he can conduct properly. The court denies any special instructions.
The Times Paris correspondent comments on the Deacon case noting Mrs Deacon faces punishment unless she returns the abducted child. It adds she has failed to win sympathy, so surrender may be a calculated move to seek imprisonment.
A Moscow despatch reports a mob murder in the village of Snamenskoe of a widow accused of witchcraft. Eleven villagers were arrested, judged guilty, and sentenced to imprisonment or loss of civil rights.
Former Secretary Blaine arrived at the White House in a cab at 4 PM and met with the President for the first time since returning to Washington. The brief interview marked a notable reunion in the capital.
In Brazim near Caseyville Indiana Miles Hanlon and Ed Kirkwood fought over politics. Hanlon struck Kirkwood with a large bottle, fracturing the skull and killing him. Hanlon fled and remains at large as authorities pursue him.
A wintry storm grips the Upper Midwest with heavy snows in Sleepy Eye and blizzard conditions in Minneapolis. Reports from several cities including St Paul Centred on November 7 describe falling snow, frigid temperatures, delayed trains, and concerns for stock losses as the season’s first snowstorm broadens its reach.
The Homestead strike in Homestream Pennsylvania shows little headway as only four men report back today including John Schultz former general master mechanic and Charles Atwood a roller with two rougiers. The Saturday meeting boosted resolve and weak members held firm, signaling a prolonged dispute now in its ninth month with no clear end in sight.
Prayful for rain, Wilkes Barre faces a water shortage with one large reservoir already empty. The Ashley car shops, housing about 500 workers, were forced to close today for lack of water to feed boilers.
Cornelius Crimmins, a laborer, arrested November 5 for falsely registering in the twenty eighth district of the nineteenth ward. Justice Connelley sentences him to one year in the penitentiary and a $500 fine.
A young deaf woman named Miss Elliot was struck by an Ohio and Mississippi train at 8 AM in New Albany Indiana and died an hour later. She was walking along the track when the collision occurred and both legs were severed at the hips.
Stanley M. Austin was sentenced to seven and three years in the penitentiary after pleading guilty to two counts of embezzlement. He falsified the payroll of the Union Nut Company and embezzled upward of 50 000 dollars.
Peter Pather, a miner, fell 350 feet down the Pettebone mine shaft at Kingston this afternoon and was instantly killed. Every bone in his body was broken according to reports.
Charles O. Root, a tent and awning manufacturer in Bryanamton, New York, filed a general assignment today. Liabilities are not known but believed to be very large.
Montreal on November 7. H. R. Ives, a foundryman, has summoned a meeting of creators. He owes about 190000 dollars, but his assets are expected to largely exceed that amount.
A clipped ad urges readers to use advertising to grow business. It lists clients like John H. Pray, Sons & Co. and Dyer, Rice & Co. and names A. E. Sproul at 658 Washington St as the contact for service.
Cape Cod greeted Governor Russell with a landslide ovation from Provincetown to Sandwich and beyond. Thousands crowded streets, cheered ringing speeches, and pledged support, while local officials and supporters such as James B. Carroll and Henry C. Thacher joined the festive reception, signaling political momentum.
In Provincetown crowds welcomed Henry C. Thacher and Police Commissioner Osborne as Governor Russell and party arrived by special train. Thacher born and beloved on Cape Cod, while Osborne faces opposition. Town Hall filled at eight as critics spoke and locals gathered, signaling strong local interest ahead of today’s vote.
A Post overheard exchange shows Captain Cain urging Edwin G. Butler to campaign for Haile and for Republicans, arguing Osborne’s continued chair on the Police Board secures police influence. The talk implies removal of Osborne would end police independence and invites voters to pressure the force.
New York November 7 Acting Attorney General Aldrich reverses previous stance and says United States marshals should be outside polling places except for emergencies. He declares federal officials are outsiders in managing elections, with inside access limited to Congressional elections. Continues on second page.
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