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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1886

Page

8

Independents Back Democratic Ticket at City Meeting

A meeting of leading independents approved backing the Democratic ticket in the upcoming election and issuing an address. A general committee was formed with broad authority to coordinate with the Democratic State committee and lead the campaign, including notable members such as Moorfield Storey, John S. Farlow, and George Fred Williams, plus an executive committee for campaign work.

Charles R. Codman Democratic State Committee Col Charles R. Cechuan H. L. Pierce John S. Farlow John Ritchie Henry TH. Edes James AM. Bugbee Edmund MM. Wheeler Emil V. Heidenreich Henry W. Putnam George D. Ayres Moorfield Storey Winslow Warren Phineas Pierce Darier Fox A. J. C. Lowden John W. Carter Archibald M. Howe Gen Samuel M. G. George Fred Wilts, Charles C. Jackson Jeint George Fred Williams Dolin W. Carter Moorfield Storey Linkbes Fox Phineas Pierce Winslow “Tarren A. J. C. Sowdon

Mr Jenkins Party Supports State Ticket in County Plan

The County Democracy will not send contested delegations to further Democratic conventions but will act on nominations. It backs the Democratic State ticket led by Andrew and Foster. Congressional picks depend on circumstances. Cecil favors ahead of Mer. Dacey or Me. Martin may gain support. County nominations follow after party conventions with senatorial and representative choices generally from both parties tickets, and some wards may see independent candidates.

MR. Jenkins Andrew Foster Cecil Mer. Dacey Me. Martin Manue Tnns

Russell Nomination Secured by Worcester Democrats

Worcester voters in the tenth district Democratic convention nominated Secretary Juli E. Russell without opposition. Russell authorized Colonel Titus to accept. He will begin campaigning after arranging private affairs, starting in Spencer. The convention, chaired by Colonel Williams, also chose a district committee including Nye, Harris, Edwards, Brown, Ogara, Lolbrook, and Love.

Worcester Siscian Juli E. Russell Pratt Edward L. Davis Russell J. A. Titus Rice Spencer Ruscell Ruessil Bates Ron N. H. Earl Ames Horticultural Hall W. A. Wiliams Webster Thayer John E. Russell J. A. ‘Lites S. D. Nye D. Nye E. A. Harris K. Edwards Southbridge S. W. Brown Brimfield John Ogara

John E Russell of Worcester County A Biographical Sketch

John E Russell born 1853 in Greenfield, Worcester County, heir to a cutlery legacy. He spent years in New York, Panama and the Overland Mail era, later settling in Leicester. An open Democrat, he opposed Butler and backed Cleveland, with reform views on civil service and tariff policy.

John E. Russell Worcester County Greenfield Massachusetts John Russell Russell New York Central America Panama Railroad Company Pacific Mail Company Ben Holladay Great Overland Mail San Francisco Mexico Wells, Fargo & Co Leicester Cleveland

Lodge Boom at Sixth District Meeting

Republican district committee convened last night at the remount lodge with most delegates for the coming congressional convention and a group of Lodge workers who are not delegates. Mr. Lodge attended with Mr. E. B. Hayes present among the attendees.

Republican District Committee Sixth Congressional District Remount Lrouse Lodge E. B. Hayes Pab

Lodge and supporters gauge Boston area political climate

Several political figures attended a gathering to discuss campaign outlooks for Lodge. Reports described expectations as encouraging with potential Republican gains in Lynn, Malden, and surrounding towns. Some Republicans question Lodge's path and weigh alternative candidates amid anticipated Democratic efforts statewide.

Middlesex County Ames at Mechanic Hall Lively GOP convention

The Middlesex county Republican convention meets at Mechanics Hall Lowell at 11 AM to nominate candidates for sheriff clerk of courts county commissioners and district attorney Incumbents Cushins and Hard likely to be renominated For county commissioner D H Gleason Natick and M Frost Marlboro contend with Frost favored by Read and old line Republicans Cate Newton and Stevens duel for district attorney The county committee led by C F Richardson Lowell and Leary W Pitman Somerville likely reelected.

Middolesean Ames Aten Middlesex County Mechanics’ Hall Lowll Henry G. Cushins Theodore C. Hard Ma. Frost Marlboro Friends of D. HH Frost William Bb. Stevens Cate Newton Stevens C.F. Richardson Lowell Leary W. Pitman Somerville

Marked by Mr Faxon urging women to oppose pro saloon leaders

Henry Faxon writes to the Massachusetts Woman's Christian Temperance Union urging decisive political action against candidates who support saloon interests. He argues women should oppose such leaders, use influence and even vote to crush the saloon trade, while separating temperance from party politics.

Faxon Henry Faxon Brackett Lodge Dunbar Quincy Massachusetts Woman's Christian Ltenperance Cition Lynn Sruenett Lodge Danbar Kenry H. Faxon

Frye Speech Opens Republican Rally in Groverstern

In Groverstern on October 5 the Republican campaign opened with a rally at Elliott rink. William P. Frye spoke after introductions by W. W. French and others, criticizing Democrats for mismanagement and high expenses while praising war-era fiscal restraint. He denounced the Morrison tariff bill and warned against free trade harming industry and New England fisheries.

Groverstern Elliott Rink William P. Frye Rogers Balison William A. Pew General Cogswell W. H. Jordan W. W. French J. ©. Proctor John C. Pierce Frye Republican City Committee New England Gloucester

Boston and Lowell Election Prospects Turn on Relative Gains

The remark compares Boston and Lowell in a political race, suggesting Andrew's election depends on Boston performing as well as Lowell did, and that Boston must improve beyond last year to keep pace with Lowell.

Boston John F. Andrew Lowell

Democratic ticket gains strength in Holyoke era

The Democratic State ticket grows in favor as voters rally behind the full party vote. Andrew is expected to draw thousands of Republicans dismayed by Ames, and Foster the Knight of Labor candidate will attract tens of thousands of Republican workers. The fall prospects for the Democratic ticket appear favorable.

Holyoke Andrew Ames Foster Knight of Labor

Nominations in Eleventh District Gather at Greenfield Opera House

Greenfield Oct 5 Republican convention for the eleventh district met at the Opera House in noon. General Johan L. Ciis of Northampton opened the meeting and H M Lane of Leominster was named president. Congressman William A Whiting of Holyoke was renominated unanimously. Worcester Oct 5 Democratic county convention named John Hopkins of Millbury for district attorney and Sheriff A 2 (incomplete).

Greenfield Eleventh Opera House Johan L. Ciis Northampton H. M. Lane Leominster William A Whiting Holyoke Worc Sten Meade John Hopkins Millbwy

Prohibitory county and senatorial conventions nominate candidates

Local prohibitory county convention names Joseph D Hunt for sheriff Alfred Clifford clerk of courts A W Putnam county commissioner Henry S Miner special commissioner and selects a county committee led by Joseph D Huns S C Albro S Fay C E Stebbins S W Cook Aeron R Powers H Hutchinson Rev W H Cobb Rev George F Clark The Norfolk county convention nominates E Mites for senator and a district committee is chosen The county convention later nominates J S Hanners for county commissioner and EH M Bullock for sheriff Also notes third Havunnshire representative race George H Ames named Creorge H Ames

Joseph D. Hunt Milford Alfred Clifford Worcester A. W. Putnam Sutton Henry 8. Miner Joseph D. Huns C. Albro S. C. Fay Southboro C. E. Stebbins Brookfield S. W. Cook Aeron R. Powers Bolton BE. H. Hutchinson W. H. Cobb Uxbridge George F. Clark Hubbardston George EF. Clarke Norwood Norfolk E. Mites Brookline C.W. Morse C. LH. Hodges Foxboro Ff. W. Clark Millis George Kempton Sharon Enoch Doran Frookline George MekKensie Dover Hatheriey Hyde Park Ce “Anith Freeman Phillips Wellesley T. Ide Medway Havunnshire C Distriet Creoree H. Ames Williamsbure

Political party conventions and meetings in Chelsea and nearby cities

The piece details Democratic and Independent efforts to cut into Republican majorities in Chelsea with organized meetings. It lists Democratic and Republican conventions across districts in Salem, Somerville, Beverly, Marblehead, and Beverly, noting dates, venues, and key figures, including nominations and ratification events.

Steamboat La Mascotte Explodes Near Cape Girardeau

The steamer La Mascotte bound from Grand Tower to Cape Girardeau exploded its boilers near Neeleys Landing and burned to the water’s edge before lodging below Willards Landing. Seventy survivors were reported, with from eighteen to twenty two believed dead. The Eagle rushed to aid, taking thirty five aboard to Cape Girardeau. Names of the injured and missing include Judge Hager and wife, Miss Kneigher, William Wheeler and family, Fritz Lord, Lena Buchman, Lon Adams, Captain J B Thompson, Henry Leonery, James V Donohoe, J J Harlan, and D C Mantz. The vessel, built recently in Evansville for about 683000, was designed for St Louis to Cape Girardeau packet trade.

Chicago Daily News St. Louis Grand Tower Ill Cape Girardeau Neeley Willard’s Landing Eagle la Mascotte Judge Hager Miss Kneigher Christ Kneigher William Lena Buchman G. Buehman Lon Adams J. B. Thompson Henry Leonery James V. Donohoe J. J. Harlan D. C. Mantz Evansville Ind

Blooded stock at Bay State Agricultural Society fair opens

The Bay State Agricultural Society opens its Mechanics' building exhibit promising a different kind of fair. Eight classes including cattle horses sheep poultry implements grain dairy and fruits are judged by appointed superintendents. Notable entries include Burleigh & Bodwell’s Herefords and a 2008 pound cow called Burleigh's Pet. Premiums awarded day of judging follow promptly.

New England Bay State Agricultural Society Mechanics’ Building Bar State Agricultural Society Tio E. F. Bowditch Framingham Wesley P. Balch Smith Harding South Deerfield Warren Heustis Belmont Philander Williams Taunton H. Appleton Lynnfield W. W. Rawson Arlington Henry FE. Alvord Mountainville N.Y Franklin Hall Burleigh and Bodwell Vassalboro Sussex Maine Burleigh Kansas City Roland Get E. D. Wiggin Hampshire Guernseys Jerseys Ayrshires Francis Shaw Guernsey Jersey Mme. Marantette

Batchelder Held For Trial In New Hampshire

James Batchelder arrested at East Northwood after an assault on John P. Tilden of Peru Indiana with intent to kill. He was arraigned in Manchester police court on a fugitive from justice charge, bail set at 1000 dollars, case continued ten days. Illinois attorney-general to send requisition.

Manchester N. H James Batchelder East Northwood John P. Tilden Peru Linois

Amicable settlement reached with Lynn baseball team

A. G. Doe, manager of the Lynn nine, held a meeting at the Lynn Hotel with all players except one, Lovett, and paid every member in full. Lovett had previously gone to Haverhill with Doe and received all owed money from the backers this morning.

Lyn Specia A. G. Doe Lynn Baseball Nine Lynn Lovett Haverhill Doe

Pray Sons & Co Carpet House Established in 1817

The carpet house of John H Pray, Sons & Co was established in 1817, marking sixty nine years of operation.

John H. Pray, Sons & Co

Infant Hercules: Boston chamber marks annual meeting

The infant chamber of commerce formed from the Boston Produce and Commercial Exchanges held its yearly meeting. President Hersey B. Goodwin presided as W H Pearson read records, directors praised progress and the marine news feature, membership grew by 118, and 9 members died. Officers elected: President Hersey B Goodwin, VP William H Lincoln, Treasurer Fred N Cheney, with directors Alfred S Brown Daniel W Ranier Elbridge G Knight Rufus A White.

Chamber of Commerce Boston Produce and Commercial Exchanges Hersey B. Goodwit W. H. Pearson Boston Board of Trade New York Frederick N. Cheney Foreign Relations Committee of Congress Dominion of Canada Frye Senate Brown Knight

Four youths held for assault and robbery in Dorchester

On Sept 23 four roughs in Dorchester attacked leather merchant James M. Watson on Shaving and Federal streets, garroting and robbing him. O'Brien was arrested the same night, Ryan later confessed, Garey and Welch fled to Putnam Conn and were arrested there for car theft. All four were brought back to Boston, appeared before Judge Forsaith, and were held in 2000 each for Superior Court.

Federal James M. Watson High Street Pearl Street Dorchester O’brien Ryan Putnam, Conn Boston Officer Hayes Station 4 Judge Forsaith Superior Court Thomas Garey James Welch

Petition Drives to Oust Lynn Clerk H C Oliver

Petitions circulate in Lynn asking Governor Robinson not to reappoint H C Oliver, clerk of the Lynn Police Court. Signers, mostly workingmen, allege mistreatment including turning away foreign born morocco dressers seeking naturalization papers due to odor. Oliver, a Republican, faces possible replacement when his term ends in November.

Lynn Robinson H. C. Oliver

Dennis Thacher and Elvira Baker Wed at West Dennis Home

In October 1856 at the bride’s parents home in West Dennis, Henry Thacher of S A D Sheppard & Co and Elvira N Baker daughter of Captain Obed Baker were married. The Rev G A Grant officiated with guests from Boston Providence and Philadelphia. A $500 gift from the bride’s father was among many presents. The couple left for New York on the afternoon train.

Henry Thacher S. A. D. Sheppard & Co Boston Elvira N. Baker Obed Baker West Dennis G. A. Grant Providence Philadelphia

Thousands of Testimonials for Pearline Flood Letters

Thousands of unsolicited messages arrive praising Pearline soap, sent by grateful customers and fans. Advertisers claim the letters reflect broad trust in the product and its cleaning power across households nationwide.

Boston Wins Another as Phillies Defeat Kansas City

Boston defeats St Louis as Stemmyer struggles with wild pitches and Gunning shines behind the plate. In Philadelphia, a late surge helps beat Kansas City as Farrar errs and Radford leads with solid hits. Detroit tops Washington in a better played game, Baldwin limiting early chances before wild pitches spoil potential shutout. New York beats Chicago as Keefe dominates and darkness ends play at the Polo Grounds.

St. Louis Boyle Stemmyer Gunning Boshes Johnson Stemn Crane Hornung Sutton Nash Bostvors ST. Lol Horhane Hed Glasseo E Rash Menny Sol Bostong Elie Ocolrol Bostons Myers Pritapropria Philadelphia Kansas City Radford Kansas Citys Farrar Washindton Detroit Washingtons Baldwin Hines Wolverines Gilmore Hovas Sa Ra Ry Pog & Rich'rda N. Ft Thompson Rf Warrel Ifu Farrell Decree Sea Wile Sb. Ud So OR Reia Ob Og Genzel Tb Ov Shoe Rt. Coe Shinde Sal Hanlon Ocsiouck Rapnetts Leder Balawin Petraes Kreiz Richardson Thoamasoh Fion Detroits Gimore Doudle Mack Fearce New York Polo Grounds Chicago Keefe Little Flynn

Evening Matchups Highlight East and Midwest Showdowns

St. Louis faces Boston while Chicago squares off with New York. Detroit travels to Washington and Kansas Citys visit Philadelphia in a packed schedule.

Trotting at Mystic Park Meets Slow Attendance

Mystic Park, Oct 5. Gentlemen's Driving Association of South Boston held its annual meet amid cold winds and darkening skies. Races featured a 2.38 class purse of 150 with top awards to first through third, won by Harry driven by Wilson, minus light for others. A 2:50 class for 100 purse saw several entries but could not finish before darkness. results listed for Quaker, Frank, Big Eastern, Daisy W, Grace Ethel, M Lambert, and M. Lambert with judges Downs Bowe and Harvey Wart.

Gentlemen’s Driving Association of South Boston Mystic Park BE. R. Wilson B. G. Harry Seabee W. J. Higgins B. G. Hoosie O'Brien Billy J. Ripley C.m. Quaker Ai Lee Une Lona Om Hall B. G. Frank Ius G. Walker R. G. Big Eastern Baee Ee le W. H. Wall B. G. Daisy W

Mills to Be Sold in Derry Mills Vote

At a special meeting of Derry Mills stockholders in Mawncurster New Hampshire on October 5 the vote approved disposing of the mills and all corporate property by private sale or auction Samuel Johnson of Boston named as agent to execute the vote guiding sale processes and terms.

Mawncurster N. H Derry Mills Samuel Johnson Boston

Tufts College Notes Elects Tennis Officers and Sets Games

The Tennis Association elected F. E. Huntress as president, R. C. Brown as vice president, and L. D. Coburn as secretary and treasurer. A committee on the constitution was named, and plans for new courts were begun. Harvard plays Tufts in a 4 pm football practice at College Hill, while the sophomore against freshmen baseball game occurs at 2 pm on campus.

The Tennis Association F. E. Huntress R. C. Brown L. D. Coburn Foster and Bateman Harvard Tufts College Hill

City Notes Local deaths and an upcoming public event

A woman was killed on the New York & New England railroad tracks near Bowdoin station. L D Parker died in his bed at 27 Melrose Street of natural causes. The police board resumes its hearing on Captain Ford charges next Saturday. Perkins Institution meets Oct 15 in South Boston with classes and music. A stillborn child was found on Appleton Street. Jackson Guards target shoot at Oak Island on Oct 8 with medals. Officer Maxwell arrested 85 year old Anne Allman for pickpocketing at Washington and Winter streets.

New York & New England Bowdoin City Hospital L. D. Parker Melrose Street Board of Police T Captain Ford Division 11 Perkins Institution Massachusetts School For the Blind South Boston Appleton Street Draper Jackson Guards Charlestown Oak Island Maxwell Station 4 Anne Allman Ann Mullen Washington and Winter Streets

Missing Lafayette Tibs Bets Baffles Police and Kin

No tidings from Lafayette Tibs Bets the missing City Hall avenue frau dealer his relatives and police report no death by own action. Business troubles blamed for the Sheane auction as he once ran a fruit store but failed in retail. A new business opened today to dispose of perishable stock.

Lafayette M. Tibsbets City Hall Avenue Tibbets Omer

Mount Chinamen Clash With Hoodlums On Harrison Ave

Dr J F Bush testified in Municipal Court yesterday about wounds suffered by Mount Chinamen in a fight with hoodlums on Harrison Avenue last Sunday. Contusions were shown and paving stones cited as probable instruments. William D Morris then presented a head wound as the basis of his assault and battery complaint against one of the Mongolians, now under arrest. Dr Bush suspected a sharp instrument. The judge postponed remaining casework to Friday due to a full docket.

J. F. Bush Drucee Forssitt Hood Harrison Avenue William D. Morris Broadway Bush

State Pharmacy Commission Holds Annual Meeting for Pharmacist Certificates

The State Pharmacy Commission met yesterday at No 16 Beacon Street Nip 2 East Whitney presiding with S A D Shepard of Boston as secretary. About twenty five young men appeared for examination before the board for registration certificates as pharmacists. The annual report will be submitted to the Governor soon.

State Pharmacy Commission Beacon Street Eas Whitney Née Presil S.A. D. Shepard Boston

Contested Will Hearing in Milmore Probate Case

In Suffolk County Probate Court Judge McKim opened a hearing on the contested will of sculptor Joseph Milmore who died in Geneva in January 1836. The will dated Geneva 1834 left the entire 100000 to his wife Mary. brother Charles Milmore contests the will, citing unsound mind, with legal representation listed for all parties.

Suffolk County McKim Joseph Milmore Milmore Martin Milmore Geneva Mary Charles Milmore Josech Gaston & Whiting Charles H. Pattee Cor Charles Anc Richardson & Hale Vic A Iendaiut

Passengers From Anchorix Overdue Steamer

On the Glasgow steamer Anchorix, nine days overdue after leaving Glasgow September 16 for New York, list of Newnee land passengers includes Mr. and Mrs. David Clark and Miss Clark of Springfield Massachusetts Mrs Alexander Forbes maid and infant of Northampton Massachusetts C Pare Mfc Harland Worcester Massachusetts and Mrs Pashell of New Haven Connecticut The Anchorix is consigned to Henderson Bros New York and Boston.

Glasgow Anchorix New York Newneeland Mir David Clark Clark Springfield Mass Alexander Forbes Maid Northampton C. Pare Harland Worcester Pashell New Haven Conn Anchoria Henderson Bros Boston

Sale of Sammer T. Dana residence at Arlington Street

The brownstone at No 8 Arlington Street near Bescon was sold this afternoon by S R Knights & Co auctioneers for 48000 dollars. The four and one half story house features eighteen rooms and about 2550 square feet on a 30 foot frontage, drawing a large crowd to the sale.

Sammer T. Dana Arlington Street Bescon Rouge S. R. Knights & Co

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