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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1892
Page
1
A nationwide surge in demand for U S Bunting Flags for Columbus Day October 21 threatens to exhaust stock and delay deliveries. We warn that prices in our Flag Circular may change after October 15, but orders placed before then will be at catalogue prices. Send for one.
Washington reports for Maine New Hampshire and Vermont show showers tonight then clearing, fair Tuesday night with west winds and warmer. Massachusetts also has showers tonight clearing by Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday with west winds and warmer daytime conditions.
The speech by Hon. John E. Russell at a Democratic rally in the city analyzes Republican critics and praises Democratic governance. He argues the Hazelton administration has served public interests while challenging Haile’s platform on temperance and economic policy, and stresses wage and tariff contrasts.
Vienna reports Prince Peter of Coburg, grandson of Dom Pedro, suddenly goes insane in the Imperial Hotel. He throws from a fourth floor window, claims to be Emperor of Brazil, and resists attendants until firemen nets protect him. Police restrain him for likely private asylum.
Chandler and Go announce a fall importation of celebrated underwear with full medical endorsement. Catalogues available on application. Items are fine and soft, designed to fit closely under jackets. New Himalayan Driving Wrap offered at 5.00, a must see for ladies.
Four large buttons and a Prex seam define the newest London style ladies' street gloves priced at $1.75. Described as particularly suitable for driving, these gloves emphasize smart tailoring and practical wear.
In Pennsylvanias Eric noon four young men armed with revolvers entered the Keystone National Bank while Treasurer Frank Kepler and Bookkeeper Charles Liebel stood at the window. Kepler was wounded in the face but the four suspects fled and were later captured. alleged New York origin and fictitious names.
Hull on October 3 reports a blaze that consumed five structures in the retail district before residents and a shifting wind checked further spread. Loss exceeds 3000 dollars with danger to nearby hotels Oregon and St. Cloud. wind shift saved them.
In Huwt on October 3 a major blaze caused extensive damage yet avoided the loss of hotels and other buildings. Firefighters battled the flames as authorities investigated possible causes and safeguarded nearby structures.
Greenfield Oct 3 Joseph Griswold tariff advocate replies to Democrats urging a joint debate. He says he will not avoid debate but cites pressure of business and doubts that campaigns are settled by platform displays. He favors sober judgment formed in everyday life.
Joseph Leary aged 17 was thrown from a horse on Washington street and his head was struck by an electric car wheel on the Interstate road. He died instantly. A recent high school graduate, his remains were placed in the care of Undertaker O'Brien after examination by Medical Examiner Hollen.
In the Albany Court of Sessions the motion to quash the criminal indictment against C. F. Pee and E. E. Rogers was denied. Judge Clute stated the grand jury's duty to investigate the alleged offense. A demurrer presented by Mr. Pek was noted as sworn and the matter postponed until Thursday.
Maurice Kenneally was arraigned in the District Court on a charge of killing his brother in law John Kennedy by stabbing him in the abdomen. He pleaded not guilty and asked for trial. The government requested a continuance until Thursday morning and Kenneally was remanded without bail.
B C Webster the bookmaker who killed Charles Goodwin in the Percival flats was convicted of manslaughter in the last degree and sentenced in the Court of Oyer and Terminer to nineteen years imprisonment.
Rome Oct 3 The Pope granted an audience to Herr von Bulow the new Prussian minister to the Vatican and after a formal reception they conferred privately for two hours. Bulow seen as a skilled diplomat but unlikely to shift papal policy toward France.
Washington report notes Assistant Secretary Nettleton states only $10,000 in legal tenders remain outstanding with three $5,000 notes. Originally $40,000,000 of $10,000 notes and $20,000,000 of $5,000 notes were issued, but the rest have been redeemed.
A blaze at about seven o'clock tonight destroyed five connected buildings on Spring and Main streets including Oliver Gay’s restaurant and Worster’s grocery. Losses totaled $3,400 in buildings with most contents uninsured except Sheriff’s. Incendiary fire suspected. second fire within a week after the St. Cloud Hotel blaze. Hull firemen reported hydrants failed to yield water, hindering efforts. The structures occupied by owners’ families during summer.
London report states Hugo Franz Brachelli, famed Austrian statistician, has died in London. He was in his fifty ninth year.
Secretary of State Foster announced by cable that an international monetary conference will convene in Brussels on November 22. Delegates from Austria Hungary Belgium Denmark France Germany Great Britain Greece Italy Netherlands Portugal Roumania Russia Servia Sweden Norway and Switzerland will attend. US delegates include Senators Allison and Jones Representatives McCreary Cannon and Walker. Mr Terrell is expected to be named a delegate.
The New York Presbytery met to resume the Briggs case after Portland’s General Assembly order. About half of its 215 members attended with defendant Dr. Charles A. Briggs and prosecuting committee members present. The trial was scheduled to begin November 9 and run daily 2 to 5 except Saturdays and Sundays, with public access allowed subject to galleries be cleared as needed.
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