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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1883
Page
1
The article claims they are gaining on opponents and will secure victory despite expected inconveniences. It notes a recent easy strike and hints at ongoing disruption from union actions. It mentions a planned broader strike against two morning papers for a five cent rise per thousand, urging neighbors to remain vigilant.
Governor Butler denounces a fabricated New York interview claiming he spoke ill of Gov Cleveland and Gov elect Abbott. The Post urges newspapers to condemn fake interviews and dismiss responsible staff to protect journalism’s integrity amid Graphic's questionable claims.
The article rebukes partisan New York Sun editorials reviving sectional prejudice against Carlisle, praising his loyalty to the Union and aligning the Kentucky ledge with a broader democratic vision. It argues the Pennsylvania tendency is a danger and warns against expanding any regional misperceptions. It concludes the Sun’s venom is not deeply effective and would not dilute public common sense.
In Washington Navy news Randall denies opposing Carlisle on the southern issue. Friends push the fight while the bloody shirt cry gains little. Gen Rosecrans Col Morrison Gen Slocum and A B Hewitt ignore the pitch, as three more of fifty congressmen shift toward Carlisle beyond initial estimates.
The Superintendent of the Naval Academy at Annapolis cites an April approval of a revised four year curriculum now in operation since October. Cadet admissions in May and September totaled 194 with 115 admitted after dismissals and exclusions for moral, mental, and physical defects. The report urges May examinations for all candidates and quicker notification of Senate vacancies to speed appointments.
In East Greenwich this morning after 43 hours of deliberation the jury returned a manslaughter verdict with a mercy recommendation for George W Congdon. The case centers on a long standing dispute over scallop shells with Christopher Wilcox, ending in four shots that fatally wounded Wilcox. The defense claimed self defense citing prior threats and an oar attack. Sentencing postponed to December 15 to file exceptions.
The fire at Nos. 9 to 17 Bowker street owned by S. D. Hicks & Son began on the fourth floor housing Troy and St. James laundry, heavily damaging the floor and causing substantial losses including $2000 for the laundry and $7000 to $8000 total with water. Simultaneously a Hyde Park barn connected to Cyrus L. Alden’s grocery store burned, with $1000 building loss and $1200 contents, insured.
A Boston Chronicle item lists multiple incidents from the past day: Hugh McElroy 51 found dead on a Merrimac Street stairway from drink. Jennie Downes 53 of Dorchester killed by jumping at New England hospital. Herman Clark of New York arrested for forgery in New York. Cornelius Fitzpatrick damaged windows at Kneeland Street and was arrested. Dr M C Houghton residence break in. overcoat valued at $35 stolen. James MacCauly delirium tremens attempted suffocation in dock mud. rescued. Katie Golden charged with larceny of a $30 pin, recovered. Jesse H Meyers arrested for passing counterfeit money. Freeman F Goodnew, 52 of Medford, injured in a Met car collision at Shawmut Ave and Tremont St. skull fracture. hospitalized.
At a Washington meeting the league amended playing rules, extending the championship season to October 15 and raising games to 16. A staff of four umpires is to be selected by the secretary, Mills was reelected president, and directors Spalding Thompson Reach Allen were chosen. Spalding & Bros. secured the ball contract for 1881.
A large Cooper Institute audience heard Everett P. Wheeler advocate tariff reform. Rev Henry Ward Beecher chaired brief remarks condemning protection as oppression of the poor. David A. Wells argued for tariff reduction to boost wages and industry, with letters from manufacturers supporting the case. Resolutions urging Congress to cut tariffs and revise the system were adopted after speeches by Watterson and Beecher.
The Theta Delta Chi Fraternity opens its thirty seventh annual convention in New York at Martinelli s with delegates from Cornell Hobart Hamilton Troy Polytechnic City College of New York Columbia Dartmouth Bowdoin Tufts Harvard Boston University Lafayette Dickinson and Kenyon. Charles R Chubbuck manager of John T Robin disappears with 10000 in customer funds and 2060 in bonds. The Cigar Makers Union strike continues forcing Josephs & Co and others to suspend work. Patrick Doda and wife found unconscious at Penn House possibly from gas. The funeral of Jno D Princs NYSE member held at St Chrysostrom s Church and body sent to Lowell Mass. Edward B Darlington Charles Fisher and Dick Fisher arrested for forging checks totaling 1100. La Dow Lomas hatmakers assign with 22500 in preferences.
The Daily Post faced a boycott by the Columbia typographical union over alleged hostilities to workers and the firing of a foreman. Publisher Stilson Hutchings vows to defend the paper and pursue legal protection, noting sustained attacks through anonymous notices and circulars. He defends pay levels and promises daily publication despite the pressure, while promising court action against those libeling the Post.
Newport R I November 22 It has leaked out Katy Judd the female fire bug who was sentenced to 25 years for firing J G Weavers villa and who escaped from the county jail before her trial made another attempt to escape a few days ago She slipped from ranks at dinner and hid near a wood pile until a better hiding place was found Search was begun and she was placed in solitary confinement She was punished recently for secreting a knife used to cut bars one nearly severed when discovered Prison officials believe she will eventually escape.
Professor Goldwin Smith of Toronto speaks on political versatility and genius. Alfred Mace, son of Jem Mace, lectures in Newcastle, drawing crowds. The Venezuelan consul in Boston resigns, citing the New York consul’s appointment as commissioner to the foreign exhibitions.
A Cairo dispatch reports El Mahdi forces annihilated Hicks Pasha's army after three days of fighting near El Obeid. About 25,000 Egyptian troops faced 309,000 Mahdist forces including dervishes and regulars. Casualties, desert conditions, and a mocked evacuation plan dominate briefings from Khartoum and London observers.
Heavy rainfall across Missouri and southern Illinois caused McKenzie Creek to flood Piedmont, drowning two women and three children and washing away homes. Frederickstown saw damage along Saline Creek, while Paradise Coal Mine and rail lines flooded. Centralia’s streets and cellars filled as rains extended. trains delayed by washouts. In Indiana, rail delays continued with livestock and wheat losses reported. Belleville and related mines flooded, impacting around 200 workers and $50,000 in machinery losses.
The Mooney murder case in Joliet, Illinois, sees counsel pressing for a new trial citing insanity. A printed “evening prayer” is circulated, depicting the condemned man thanking the devil and requesting his spirit’s guidance, a move likely intended to suggest insanity.
Augusta November 22 marks the close of the 12th annual Maine Free Baptist Home Missionary Society meeting. Officers elected for the year include President Rev. H J White Bath and vice presidents C F Renny Augusta J J Hall Auburn. Corresponding secretary J M Lawader Portland, recording secretary F E Davison Biddeford, treasurer Rufus Deering Portland. Executive committee adds Rev R Howard Bangor E D Wade and S M Cook auditor. The treasurer reports 77 churches supporting the society at 1.5 cents per member, total assets $4,31.47, liabilities $777.50. expenditures $932.27, receipts $987.83.
Montreal reports the Richelieu Company abandoning the Abyssinian and St Francis sunken steamers. Allan Shipping withdraws libel action against the Witness and will cover costs around 6000 dollars. Grand Trunk Railway operatives face temporary discharge. Moulders accept a 25 percent wage cut. Canadian Pacific plans to issue 45 million dollars of stock within 30 days under government guarantee terms.
Heavy rains over 45 hours flood southern Indiana causing washouts on rail lines Louisville New Albany and Chicago trains. Farm land damaged in Knox county as rivers spill from channels. Vincennes endures wind damage as fences and houses blown away. widespread water covers vast areas.
Newark N J November 22 John Chisholm the wife killer was hanged in the Essex County Jail at sixteen minutes past 3 10 this morning He refused to hear the death warrant preferring to be prayed for and walked to the gallows with a crucifix Fathers Toomey and Connolly attended The trap was sprung at 10 17 and he died by strangulation at 10 32 Only 35 witnesses attended The body was handed to relatives who posted bonds for a private funeral.
At Richmond on November 22 the Democratic state committee met at noon with full representation. A special committee was named to prepare an address refuting fraud charges and congratulating the people on the election result.
Tramp Brown failed to pay to identify the Maybee house or barn in the Oyster Bay inquest. No evidence convicted the Lawdersons or shed new light on the mystery. Rewards for the murderer total $2200.
Miragoane Jacmel and Jeremie remain controlled by Haytien revolutionists as La Patrie warship seizes four prizes at Petit Goave. Reports say the government transport Esterre is captured and Petit Goave falls under insurgent control.
Providence R I Nov 22 largest caucuses held to select delegates for the Republican city convention to nominate a mayoral candidate. A majority of delegates favored Thomas A Doyle former mayor for a dozen years. D R Brown, his main rival, carried three of ten wards.
Insurance Commissioner Tarbox reports that the Union Mutual Life Insurance Company of Augusta Me refused Massachusetts examiner Noah A Plympton access to books and papers. The refusal blocks the legal mandate to investigate financial condition and ability to meet obligations, halting the inquiry.
Mr. Hathorn of ward 18 defended himself over dinners charged to the committee on the city hospital. He was absent and protested charging others for his nets. Additional funds are requested for Kenilworth street grammar, Howard Avenue primary, and Chapman school additions. Auditor cites extra 86000 to cover joint committee contingency and pre May 1 expenditures. An order to pay monthly employees by 28th inst was adopted. Mystic water debt up to 15500 referred to accounts. Tombs burial ground closed after 11 years. no further interments. Board of Public Works.
The three story brick Peabody town hall on Chestnut street was dedicated with 2 PM exercises by town officials and the Salem brass band. Alfred A. Abbott delivered an oration urging fiscal restraint and honest local government, followed by an evening band concert.
The Highland Street Railroad held its annual meeting at office No 827 Shawmut Avenue Thursday afternoon to elect officers. Moody Merrill was chosen President Samuel Little treasurer John L Swift clerk Julius E Rugg superintendent and directors include Donald Kennedy Samuel Little Jacob Pfaff Samuel Atherton Moody Merrill Rowa Charles J Hayden and Henry Staff.
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