19 Nov 1889
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1889
Page
1
Secretary Windom announced no plan for sweeping withdrawals of public funds from national banks. He favors withdrawing a portion soon to reinvest in United States bonds, stressing minimal trade disruption and maintaining current balances for government business.
Foreigh section reports Brazil delegates withdrawing from a marine conference and ministers in London and Washington notifying of the republic's establishment. Provinces support the new government while the imperial family sails to Lisbon. Also notes Parnell learns of his mother's poverty and sends funds. Mayor Hart and General Burrell renominated at Republican city convention.
Forecast for Maine New Hampshire and Vermont calls for rain and snow mixed on Tuesday and Wednesday with steady temperatures and northeast winds. Elsewhere in New England expect rain with snow flurries and same temperatures. eastern New York cooler with rain or snow and variable winds.
The report lists observations made at 8 p m with details on the time frame and items observed. The entry notes data from monitoring sources and records the shorthand observations recorded at that hour.
London reports a provisional Brazilian government formed under Marshal Fonseca. The monarchy is deposed, Dom Pedro and family have left the country, and provinces sign adhesion. Trade trails, banks restrain operations, and censorship limits foreign intelligence.
Rio de Janeiro dispatch states five article decree to found the United States of Nazil. The republic is proclaimed and Brazil’s provinces unite by federation. Each state forms its own local government and sends a representative to a soon to convene Congress. Governors to maintain order and protect citizens' rights.
Rio de Janeiro and Petropolis witnesses state that General da Fonseca declared the republic. Dom Pedro and family prepared to depart under guard toward Lisbon. The ex-Emperor accepted terms for annual pensions while the crown ends with the republic. The departure followed a formal ceremony and naval escort.
The Brazilian minister reports that General da Fonseca, when trusted with Rio de Janeiro garrison command, was inspired by General Boulanger and conceived the idea of rallying soldiers to his side.
Washington reports that Brazil proclaims a republic with General Fonseca as President. The imperial family leaves the country and the new government forms the Republic of the United States of Brazil. The ministers say the transition is orderly and will honor prior contracts. Dr. Valente informs Secretary Blaine of the news.
The Cologne Gazette says southern Brazil remains closely tied to Germany and may resist chaos affecting German relations. London papers like The Times and Standard treat the Brazilian revolution as surprising and unpredictable, with theories blaming planter discontent and emancipation shifts for Dom Pedro's position.
London reports Mr. Parnell was surprised by newspaper claims of his mother's poverty. He cabled his New York agent to provide funds and noted she had not complained in recent letters. He believes crops valued at £650 may be tied to a Bordentown foreclosure process but expects no imminent sale.
Eastern Express on the Pennsylvania Railroad derails a smoker car at eight mph near Pierssure. Forty to fifty passengers injured, one fatally Joseph Brucker of Chicago. Rail damage suspected due to spread rails. In Ontario a Michigan Central freight derails at Stevensville after a misaligned switch. Engineer Reardon badly hurt and fireman Murray mortally injured. seventeen cars wrecked. over 100 sheep killed. Reward offered for wreckers.
A delegation led by Colonel James O Broadhead urged President Harrison to back Colonel Jay L Torreys national bankrupt bill. The group cited understandings from the St Louis and Minneapolis conventions and argued a uniform law would stabilize trade and credit across states. Torrey travels on to Boston for a dinner where he will respond to a bankruptcy toast.
A list of vessels arriving or sailing from major ports including Pavonia from Liverpool, Hermann from Bremen, Frida from Bremen, Italy from Liverpool, Othello from London, Sorrento from Hamburg, Nestorian from Glasgow, Procida from Hamburg, Ferguson from Gibraltar, La Champagne from New York, Werra from New York, Lumen to Antwerp, Obdam to Rotterdam, Guthier from New York, Glengoil from New York to Liverpool, Lake Winnipeg from Montreal, and Toronto bound for Liverpool, with several ports noted and dates November 17 and 18.
Five more victims of the blizzard are reported as found Saturday from the Fenn family at the Kenyon ranch in Viroyna Kansas. Separate incidents include naval cadet G R Kirk drowned in New York Harbor and Walter Potter near recovery after a wound from a bullet lodged in his clothing. Emma Trem1 of Avon died suddenly, suspected non natural causes, while Italian laborers at Avon demand pay. A Federal Steel Company plan is announced, and ex Senator Bruce denies a new black political party. Cincinnati saloonkeepers arrested for Sunday law violations. Cleveland dealer B S Barrett sought for forgery. Officers hunt him.
Minneapolis news reports Ivan Panin a Russian essayist baptized at Central Baptist Church. Once an infidel before Harvard graduation in 1884, he now devotes himself to preaching and will abandon lecturing on worldly topics.
Mrs Mary Searle Warner Kimball sued Thomas C Greene as Amos Warner signee to recover property held in trust and rents. The jury awarded half of a Chestnut street property valued at 150000 to Kimball and $20000 for services. The verdict marks the largest service verdict and a major estate recovery in the term.
Boston retailer R. T. Aumy & Co. advertises drastic reductions to move overstock due to overbuying and poor weather. Until Wednesday night customers may choose from all $11 to $15 overcoats and ulsters and $12 to $15 suits for ten dollars, plus Boys Norfolk suits 4 to 15 years for five dollars. Zoning at 622 Washington Street.
Atlanta delegates debate land reform with a plank declaring land as common heritage and taxation on land value exclusive of improvements to capture unearned increment. Pow derly and A W Wright were named to attend the National Farmers Alliance in St Louis.
New York dated Nov 18 reports United States steamers Chicago Boston Yorktown Atlanta and Dolphin anchoring inside Sandy Hook due to a strong easterly gale. Public transport to the squadron will be paid only with steam launches and rowboats available from Driscoll's and McGrady's landings. Dorchester Yacht Club offers its Shipman launch and a landing stage for fleet officers during the stay.
East Liverpool Ohio reports a major blaze at Knowles Taylor Knowles china works the United States largest maker of opaque china. Loss estimated around 300000 with insurance up to 100000. Gas main explosion in packing rooms fed the flames injuring several and destroying adjoining houses. Three hundred workers face unemployment.
The Boston Republican city convention at Union Hall renominated Mayor Thomas N. Hart by acclamation with strong show of support from Moody Merrill. General Isaac Burrill was renominated for street commissioner as a committee of twenty five was formed to select school committee candidates. The event featured partisan oratory and plans to unite reform groups for a common school ticket.
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