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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1887

Page

8

Grand Army Elections Honor General J P Rea Amid Votes

The Grand Army encampment declined to censure the President over the veto of the dependent pension bill. General J P Rea won the commander in chief election with 204 votes amid a chaotic ballot and honored thanks. Rea’s Minneapolis career and Chester County roots are noted, with profiles of his rise in law and public service.

St. Louis Grand Army Vandervort Committee On Gene. Wagoner Pennsylvania Fairchild Slocum T. Rea T. Anthony D. P. Grier Anthony Grier Rea Sherman Warner Missouri Lappe Nelson Cole John C. Linahan New Hampshire Lawrence Donahue Edward Anderson Committee On Rules and Regulations Logan Monument Washington Alger George G. Lemon New York Minneapolis J. P. Rea Grand Army of the Republic Judge Rea Lower Oxford Township Chester County Penn Piqua Ohio Infantry Wesleyan College Delaware Lancaster Internal Revenue Ninth Hubbard A. R

Indians Laws At Mohonk Conference On Dawes Bill

Professor J B Thayer urged bringing Indians under ordinary laws creating local courts and governments. A committee was formed to report on the Dawes bill and to communicate views to Indian affairs. Resolutions praised religious education and English language expansion while honoring Erastus Brooks.

Laxr Monon J. B. Thayer Cambridge Thayer Commissioner of Indian Affairs Indian Bureau Ellinwood Childs and Howes H. O. Houghton Boston Barstow Riggs Williamson Ellingwood Erastus Brooks Brooks Clinton B. Fish Lyman Abbott William H. Ward New York E. Whittlesey Dr. Childs Washington Philip ©. Garrett Philadelphia A. C. Coolidge Hi. Q. Houghton Kenney Hartford Dawes Hion

President and Mrs Cleveland Leave for Western Tour

About fifty people gather at the White House to witness President Cleveland and Mrs Cleveland depart on their western journey. The presidential train proceeds amid cheers at multiple stops including Harrisburg and Huntington as large crowds cheer along and wave as the party travels toward their destination.

Wasumngton White House Cleveland Folsom Lena Colonel Lamont Lewiston Penn Axroona

Jolly Boston Coaching Party Tours City Streets

Newspaper men left Tremont House after 3 PM led by Edward A. Taft for a Brookline Chestnut Hill circuit. They toured Boston Cab Company stables, admired new French omnibus coaches, and discussed six more to come for hotel and railway service.

Boston Mill Dam Longwood Brookline Chestnut Hill Reservoir Tremont House Edward A. Taft Awkins Mr. Taft Algonquin Boston Cab Company West Chester Park Mallard Eliot Street

Pennsylvania RR Southern tour sets unmatched Oct 5

No tourist party has ever been provided for on the same case as that of the Pennsylvania Rail road Company's Southern tour fixed for Oct. 5. In its equipment, in the interest at taching to the points reached, in the price of the tickets, it is beyond comparison. The price of tickets includes railway and Pullman fare, hotel accommodations, carriage rides and every other necessary expense.

Pennsylvania Railroad Company Southern

Carib Detained For Passenger Carrying On Deck

The bark Carib bound for the Azores was detained by customs Thursday for carrying passengers between decks, not in the cabin. Captain’s clearance papers were seized. he appeared before Collector Saltunstall as the case went to the district attorney. A $1000 fine, imprisonment, and vessel forfeiture are prescribed. libel filed and the captain may post bonds while the voyage continues.

Carib Azores Heapycome Saltunstall United States Galvin United States Circuit Court

Pennsylvania Railroad Southern Tour Presents Elegant Train Voyage

The special train tour offers a fully equipped, seamless trip with well organized visits and entertainment, all at a trifling expense. It promises a rare opportunity for a delightful journey across multiple points of interest.

Acceptance Letters From Democrats Nominated in Massachusetts

The Massachusetts Democratic State ticket heads Henry B. Lovering and Colonel Walter Cutting. Lovering accepts the governorship nomination, pledging loyalty to Democratic principles and reform. Doherty supporters convene in Mystic Hall, nominating Philip J. Doherty for Senator by acclamation and forming district leadership.

Walter Cutting Accepts Nomination for Lieutenant Governor

Colonel Cutting acknowledges receipt of the Massachusetts Democratic State Convention nomination for lieutenant governor. He thanks the Worcester gathering, approves the party platform, endorses Grover Cleveland and his administration, and pledges loyal support to the party and its goals.

PirrskeLp Jonas H. French Alpheus RB Alger Democratic Party of Massachusetts Worcester Grover Cleveland Walter Cutting

Charlestown Democrats Nominate Senator in Intricate Convention

In Charlestown the Democrats held two conventions to nominate for a Second Suffolk Senate seat. Captain John Reade and ex-Representative Philip J. Doherty competed as rallies split the hall at 82 Main Street. Doherty won the nominating vote after a formal ballot, with Reade later accepted as candidate amid a sharp party clash and a speech pledging reform and duty.

Democratic Party Doherty John T. Brown Democratic State Committee Messrs T. A. Cannon M. J. Mitchell William J. O’hearn Charlestown John Reade Philip J. Doherty Main Street Old District Committee B. Harrington George A. Sanderson John Ee Ales Hayward Sanderson Reade John Dee John Ree Oe Tee Captain Reade Daniel E. Kelly Thomas F. Flynn Wiliam Hi. Johnson Warren Gardner Massachusetts Worcester

Mr Cunniff for Councillor in Fourth District Ballot

Delegates met in a fourth district convention led by John B Fitzpatrick. John W Coveney presided temporarily and Michael M Cunniff was nominated by acclamation for councillor. A district committee selected and 228 delegates were reported with no contest.

Cunniff John B. Fitzpatrick Carroll John W. Coveney Cambridge James Donovan J. E. Fitzgerald John Long E. J. Leary Alderman Sullivan F. £. Magullion Michael Coffee D. Carney J. O. Fallon F. P. Maguire J. BE Arrost Magullion Collison Michael M. Cunniff Godfrey Morse A. K.tilden C. F. Doherty J. Ryder J. B. Fitzpatrick J.J. Porter A. K. Tilden Hugh Montague J. K. Falney J. J. Connelly J. H. White M. J. Cree Jeremiah Desmond J. M. Kilroy J. B. Neagle John F. Dever J. T. Scully

McPherson Renominated by Republican Convention

The Republican convention for the third councillor district met at Wesleyan Hall and nominated E M McPherson for the Governor's council by acclamation. The gathering, with 81 delegates, heard a Cambridge judge urge broader party effort and noted shifting support among Irish Democrats and temperance voters.

McPherson Wesleyan Hall Joseph W. Hill Charlestown J. M. W. Hall Cambridge E. Gerry Brown McDaniel James G. Blaine John Haskell Butler Somerville E. M. McPherson Charles F. Paige Medford J. F. Kinnear C. F. Parker East Boston H. C. Hall Waltham F. O. Barnes Chelsea A. A. Wilder C. D. Cabot Newton Charles H. North

Raymond Whitcomb Southern Tour Announces October Excursons

Messrs Raymond and Whitcomb announce a second Southern tour with October excursions. One party is touring Virginia sites including Luray Caverns and Gettysburg. The itinerary adds Chesapeake Bay steamship travel Hygeia Hotel Old Point Comfort and Harper's Ferry.

Messrs Raymond & Whitcomb Virginia Luray Caverns Great Natural Bridge Richmond Gettysburg Washington Chesapeake Bay Hygeia Hotel Old Point Comfort Fortress Monroe Flarper

Pennsylvania Railroad Promises Trip Ease for Oct 5 Tourists

The Pennsylvania Railroad Company boasts a reputation for careful management and passenger welfare. Special arrangements for the Oct 5 tourists are designed to remove travel drawbacks and inconveniences, ensuring a smoother experience.

Sunday Church Services and Public Notices

Diverse Sunday worship services listed across Boston churches with times and speakers. Notable events include Rev Stephen L Baldwin speaking at Union Hall on Religion, Rev Justin D Fulton preaching at Music Hall, and multiple churches including Advent and Reformers offering services, communion, and children’s instruction.

I. Y. M. Christian Union Union Hall Hoylston Street Stephen L. Baldwin Saratoga Street M. RE Haat Boston China Byron A. Robinson Jabez L. Robinson Fulton Jlawl Justin D, Fulton Hiall Abraham Lincoln

Roxbury Postoffice Testimony Concludes Hearing

Testimony in the Roxbury Post Office case against Superintendent R W Williams concluded with witnesses denying political pressure. John L Kelly’s disciplinary history and a reported April assault on Edward Ward were examined as Inspector Bario prepares a final report. Williams, who rose from 1867 posts to Roxbury superintendent in 1877, asserts no wrongdoing and backs the investigation.

Bario R. W. Williams Roxbury Patrick Maguire James F. Flynn Williams Mr. Williams John L. Kelly Barker T. Otis Ward Shawmut Avenue Corse Ward Tomas R. Daily Joseph H. Riley James P. Maulyey Kelly Daily Mr. Ward Pes Post Field Petersburg Custom House Post Office Somerville Barre Washington

Wool Growing Journal Highlights Textile Markets and Design

The American Wool Reporter presents a double number focused on wool growing and manufacturing interests. It features a serial story about a mill operator, market articles on worsted and carpet trades, official statistics from growers, a Merino ram portrait Barker's Pass, and an instructional piece on designing patterns, plus a weekly review of wool production and consumption and the financial outlook.

American Wool Reporter Barker’s Pass J.G. Barker Leicester Junction

Harvard Notes Examinations Closed and Classes Under Way

Examinations for admission closed last evening and results will be posted on bulletin boards in University Hall this afternoon. Classes are in smooth running order with lessons set for next week. The second ten of the Institute of 1770 announced and law school attendance expected large. Lectures begin Monday. Athletic prospects are strong with daily football practice on Jarvis field and active tennis courts.

University Hall Institute Law School Jarvis Field

Special Pullman Vestibule Cars Train Preview

A train of vestibule drawing room sleeping cars represents peak railway luxury. The Pennsylvania tourists will enjoy it on their Southern tour after a few days of experience with the service.

Port Physician Griffin Resigns His Post

Dr. Arthur G. Griffin resigns as port physician effective this morning after joining in 1882 as Heath’s assistant. Griffin, who became port physician in 1888 when Heath moved to Marcella Street Home, plans private practice in Malden. Dr. Charles H. Cogswell, current assistant port physician, likely to be promoted.

Arthur G. Grifin Griffin A. B. Heath Heath Marcella Street Malden Charles H. Cogswell

Work At The Tabernacle Reports

At the regular Friday evening service figures show sixty three public religious services since opening with an attendance of 27 625. The Sunday school enrollment stands at 215, mostly children. The flower and fruit mission committee made 243 calls and distributed 243 bouquets and seven bushels of fruit. The canvassing committee made 1329 calls and 8200 picture tracts were distributed.

Flower and Fruit Mission Committee

Tourists to Enjoy Comfort on Oct 5 Special Train

The tourists special train of October 5 will provide full comfort and pleasure for all passengers. Travel in a Pullman vestibule car equals the finest hotel experience with hotel-like accommodations and carriage rides available.

The Lancaster Banks Hearing Over Bank Claim

The Lancaster Savings Bank receiver challenged the Lancaster National Bank claim of about 75000 dollars deposited to the bank. C L B Whitney at 28 School street heard the matter as court auditor after the suspension. Plaintiffs A A Ranney and associates faced defenders Senator Hoar and F D Allen representing the national bank.

Lancaster Savings Bank Lancaster National Bank C. L. B. Whitney School Street National Bank L. B. Whitney A. A. Ranney A. Torrey A. B. Coffin Senator Hoar F. D. Allen

City Notes On Meetings Fares And Trials In Boston Area

Tremont Temple hosts a Saturday Bible class at 8 p m led by George W Cable. A three mile rowing contest pits W F Conley against Joseph Demond next Friday at Shawmut Rowing Club. Fall River line cuts first class to 3 to New York with daily boat service and music. Rev J D Fulton will speak at a Boston Baptist ministers conference Monday. Boston Chamber of Commerce annual meeting set for Oct 4 to elect officers and review reports. W P Gordon of Somerville arrested for forging Lyman B Brooks's name on a 55 17 check. Kenkel alias Williams held for forging Langsdorf Co drafts and checks. Sermons start Oct 2 at St Pauls and Church of the Messiah. Stonington line cuts fare to 3 to New York with ships Massachusetts and Rhode Island sailing, trains from Boston at 6 80 p m.

Tremont Temple George W. Cable Northampton Mass Shawmut Rowing Club W. F. Conley New England Shawmuts Joseph Demond Fall River New York J. D. Fulton D.D Baptist Ministers’ Conference of Boston Boston Chamber of Commerce W. P. Gordon Somerville Lyman B. Brooks Simon W. Bailey Gordon Brooks Frank Kenkel Williams S. Langsdorf & Co H.A. Winship & Co Tremont Street Germania Bank of H. Kaufman & Co Kenkel Langsdorf & Co Courtney St. Paul’s Church Church of the Messiah Florence Street Stonington Massachusetts Rhode Island

Boot and Shoe Sellers Listed Across Multiple Cities

A compiled notice lists boot and shoe buyers and representatives from firms in Bloomington, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cedar Rapids, Detroit, Des Moines, Columbus, Fernandina, Galveston, Macon, Memphis, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Rochester, St Louis, Savannah, San Francisco and Toledo. Firms include Smith & Son, Hickman Taylor, W F Thorne, A B George Weeks, Belknap, HS Robinson, Bentley Olmsted, Hapgood, Selz Schwat Co, Prescott, L S H Blum, Solomon, Witkowski Dunwoody, Goodbarad, North Star, Bunting's Sons, Terry, Ross, Claflin Allen, Lindsley, Einstein, Rehfisch, and Smith Simmons Peabody.

Bloomington J P Smith R P Smith & Son Chicago, & Co Gincinnati J B Hickman J Taylor Hickman, Taylor & Co Eeran F Thorne Thorne & Jo Cedar Rapids Mich B George George, Weeks & Co Columbus Des Moines W B Bentley Bentley & Olmsted Aona Penn C M Hapgood Hapgood Hay Uii A C McLaughlin Selz, Schwat Co Fernandina Fla J H Prescott Craw Galveston Tex Aaron Blum L S&h A W Allen Claflin Allen Shoe Co St Louis Lindsley Lindsley Shoe Co Savannah A Einstein A Linstein’s Sons San Francisco Cal Rehfisch Rehfisch Boot and Shoe Company Toledo O C Smith Smith, Simmons & Peabody

Courts Schedule and Docket in Three Counties

The October sitting opens Tuesday at 10 a.m. with three judges, sessions arranged through November. Cases 3978 and 3950 heard with verdicts for defendant. numerous dockets for Gloucester Salem Weymouth and Cambridge assigned, adjournments noted. The Middlesex list completes. first Cambridge trial No. 2076 Hayes vs Bullard is specially set, with two follow cases assigned.

Blodgett Dewey Bacon Thompson Mason

Notable Guests at Local Hotels and Banquet

Admiral William Rogers Taylor rests at the Tremont House while E. D. and Robert Appleton of Appleton's publishing house in New York stay at Young's. The Cereal Club hosts a banquet at the Quincy this evening.

William Rogers Taylor U.G.N Tremont House E. D. and Robert Appleton Appleton’s New York Young's Cereal Club Quincy

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Grand Army Veterans Congress Friends of the Red Face Mr. Cunniff Henry B. Lovering Lovering Lyny Alpheus B. Alger Jentlemen Commonwealth Henry B Lovenina Cutting Arlington Street Criunch Brooke Herford Church OF the Disscretes Danes Freeman Clarke Rejoice Fyermore Church OF the Advent Mt. Vernon and Brimmer Streets C. Grafton Dartmouth Harwich James M. Gray Barptist Tabernacle Condoin Square Ruggles Street Church E. Humphrey-Allen Sorano Lizzie Carper Mills Frank Lunt B. Y. M. C, Association THE Wool Reporter Harvard PORT the Tabernacle James Pyle Lancaster Banks Savings Bank Aast Wes &Sons Woodbury Superior Court Kasex County Ericham C.J Crowley Appleton H. F. Hurlburt A. Fuller L. P. Moulton Sheridan City of Salem C. A. Benjamin F. L. Evans Burnham Et al City of Gloucester Cook Same Cunnigham Sumpter Ingraham Admr B. & M. Railroad Goldthwaite Pierce Et al Damen Edison Electric Illuminating Co Boldue Naumkeag Street Railway Carr Knowton Coolidge Duncan Leonard Lovett Gilbert Proctor Dunney Thomas Brady Empire State Steamboat Co O’ Reagan Norfolk Quincy L. Reed Weymouth Reuben Loud E. Sherman John C. Howe John E. Sanford Great Pond W. Gaston E. C. Bumpus R. M. Morse, Jr H. E. Swasey Sumner Holbrook Caffrey Drugan Harper Harper Vs. Inhabitants of Sharon Strathdee Wielee Daniels Jameson Robertson Stevens Hart Fire Insurance North American State Street Kilby ST Albert Bowker Pres E. E. Patridge Sec New England Mutual Life Insurance Co Benj. F. Stevens Jos, M. Gibbens Post Office Square Bromfield ST Paris AKER W. Baker & CQ Dorchester, Mass
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