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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1885

Page

1

Boston Collector Vote Seen by President in Washington

Special Despatch reports Mr. Collins and Collectors Pillsbury and Pratt pressed to appoint Peter Butler as Boston collector. President Cleveland weighs options including George M. Stearns Leopold Morse Saltonstall Endicott and Butler, aiming to satisfy Massachusetts Democrats and balance factions.

Boston Post Washington, D. C Collins Pillsbury and Pratt Washington Peter Butler Boston Worthington Boston Custom House George M. Stearns Chicopee Butler Endicott Democratic Party Saltonstall Adirondacks Mr. Stearns Leopold Morse Morse Stearns Grinnell Prince

Stealing The Nation's Tinker Timber Fraud Expos ed

Washington reports reveal that Northern Pacific and the Montana Improvement company devised a scheme to drain public timber. Indictments total 31 cases showing massive lumber and timber losses valued over $613,402. Contracts grant exclusive cutting rights to the Improvement company in exchange for stock shares and self financing of mills.

Routhdrum Idaho Commissioner General Land Office Northern Pacific Railroad Company Montana Improvement Company Northern Pacific Railway Company Holdy, Hammond & Co Montana’ Improvement Company Kathdrum Bearmouth Montana Northern Pacific Railroad Montana Iprovement Company H. W. Fairweather Prague W. T M. J. Haley

Its Effect on the Granite State Insurance Law Debate

Special Despatch to the Boston Post from Concorp New Hampshire October 12. Oliver Pillsbury insurance commissioner writes that the valued policy law is harsh offensive and discriminating against essential business. He argues it tempts fraud and fraudsters and hurts public morals and safety. He opposes home companies as protection and urges prominent citizens to discuss ways to preserve business credit without crippling insurers.

Granite State Boston Post Concorp N. H Oliver Pillsbury Board of Aldermen B. M. Young Mullane O’brien City OF Boston Centlemen John A. Tobin Boston Sam

Buffalo saloon owner arrested for obscene matter sale

Orlando D Thayer proprietor of the Capital a well known Buffalo saloon on Main Street was arrested after court official Anthony Comstock presented a circular alleging obscene pictures and devices were offered for sale Thayer claimed others were involved He was released on bail to appear for examination Wednesday morning.

BufFalo N. Y Orlando D. Thayer Capital Majin Street Anthony Comstock New York Comstock Thayer Third Precinct Roor

Revenue Cutter Corwin Returns with Arctic Survivors

The revenue cutter Corwin arrived in San Francisco with survivors from the Arctic fleet. Eleven sailors from the wrecked whaling vessels Mabel and George and Susan were rescued and will travel home overland. Survivors from the Napoleon were also taken aboard after a gale left two boats missing and twenty two crewmen dead from cold and hunger.

San Francisco Corwin Mabel George Susan Wainwright’s Inlet Ohio Napoleon New Bedford Ttem

County Democracy Convention Debates Harmony Resolutions

At the county convention representatives from Tammany and Irving halls presented harmony resolutions. The committee reported it was inexpedient and improper to hold any conference. The report was adopted.

New York County Democracy Tammany Irving Halls

Pendleton seeks early pact with Germany on Bancroft treaty

London dispatch reports United States minister Pendleton proposes an early agreement with Germany regarding the Bancroft treaty as cases of expulsion and the enrollment of Americans in German service have risen.

London the Standard Berlin Pendleton United States Germany

Appeal of Riel to be heard today

A collage of brief items notes the Canadian conspirator Riel appealing today, while other reports cover a range of events from politics to crime and labor.

Riel Levensaler Maine Hamilton I. V. Powderly Scranton Knights of Labor Buffalo New York

Election mood in Ohio and New England districts

Ohio voters face a tight contest with prohibition and Democratic leads shaping the outcome. Analysts expect possible Hoadly victory if turnout falls and Democratic votes hold. In Massachusetts, party machinery activates with county and senatorial conventions planned across wards and cities, endorsing candidates and scheduling key meetings.

Close Ohio governor race expected with split polls

Ohio voters face a tight gubernatorial contest as Democrats back Hoadly and Republicans favor Foraker, with legislature results uncertain. Prohibition votes loom large, while Cincinnati nonpartisan groups publicize 1400 invalid registrations and pursue fraud arrests, though polls foresee orderly voting with extended polling places.

Columbus Hoadiey Hoadly Sherman Ohio Foraker Cincinnati Judge Foraker Dr. Leonard Prohibition

Letter of Congratulation Highlights Governor Nomination

Greenfield Mass October 8 1885 Hon F C Prince receives a congratulatory note from James S Grinnell praising his governor nomination and pledging support. The letter notes Grinnell did not seek the nom and favors elevate strengthen party, with cordial regards.

Prince Grinnell Greenfield Mass F.C. Prince James 8 Custom House Boston Custom House Civil Service Commissioner E. 8 Buffum Blaine Cleveland Grant Winthrop Jon. F. O. Prince Collins Lovering Chelsea Eighth Suffolk Samuel J. Capen Mt. Hope Cemetery Suffolk Dublin University Boston John J. Hayes Capen Worcester

No. 33 Howard Street Gambling Den Raided by Officers

Sergeants Gaskins and Cain led a 6-officer raid on the West End gambling den at No. 33 Howard Street. Spotter warned gamblers, but officers gained entry, broke two doors, and found 120 chips 10 score cards three packs cards a deal box cribbage board dice boxes backgammon board and a costly deal box. Eight packs of cards score cards and related items were seized from the safe on the second floor.

West Ind Howard Street Third Division Gaskins Cain Joy Street Myrtle Derne Somerset Howard Bulfinch Hickey McGuire The Commonwealth Big Mike Kelly Big Mike

Saloon Disturbance Turns Violent on Fleet Street

Three youths tried to cause trouble at James Pierce's saloon on Fleet street around 10 pm. Pierce ejected them and chased them to the sidewalk, then threw a brick. Maria Mahoney was struck in the chest and knocked senseless. Patrolman Butters arrested Pierce for assault and battery. the victim lies seriously ill but not critically.

James Pierce Fleet Street Pierce Maria Mahoney No. 222 Commercial Street Elliott Butters

Inspector Mahoney Pursues crook to Philadelphia

Inspector Mahoney left the city for Philadelphia where Edward S. Farmer is held on charges of passing worthless checks in Boston. Farmer, a known crook, bought items from Aborn the hatter Houghton and Dutton and Noyes Bros paying with bad checks and receiving cash back. He faces forgery charges as well.

Inspector Mahoney Philadelphia Edward S. Farmer Boston Small Farmer Aborn the Hatter Houghton & Dutton Noyes Bros

Resolute Captain Injured In Night Collision At Sea

Captain William R. Loring of the supply boat Resolute sustained a badly sprained left arm after the Resolute collided with the schooner William and Richard near Narrows. The mate also suffered injuries. a board of inquiry ordered by General Hancock is probing responsibility. The Resolute and its crew were ashore for repairs, with funds and schedules tracked, while a fisherman aided passengers and the other vessel was towed to port.

William R. Loring United States Army Ofliives Loring United States Resolute United States Army St. Warrer Nix William Richard William F. Green Provincetown Svavouet New York Green’s Dry Dock Board of Inquiry General Hancock Fred Fuger Ft. Adams Frank Thorpe Ft. Hamilton Charles D. Parkhurst New London No. 159 High Street Charles Theodore Russell Russell Green & Son Atlantic Works Boston Major Robinson Quartermaster’s Office P Street South Hingham

Fire at Griffin stable robs Gloucester of seven horses

A Gloucester fire of incendiary origin destroyed the stable of Bennett Griffin & Son on Pine Street. Seven horses, carriages, and hay were lost in a $5,000 insured blaze. John Livingstone, a former employee, was arrested after confessing to three arson charges. Other fires reported include a large five block blaze at North Manchester, $100,000 loss, and a Richmond tobacco warehouse fire at $50,000. The day also carried city budget issues about Barber Asphalt payments and alleged misconduct in Boston street work.

Bennett Griffin & Son Pine Street Gloucester John Livingstone Messrs. Griffin & Son Bennett Griffin Moore Ropper Barrett Roberts Livingstone Willis H. Barton John Rivers Princeton Mass North Manchester Wabash Ind Joseph Brown Haverhill Forest Eaton & Crangle Forest Station Palermo Sicily Richmond Alleghany Tobacco Warehouse T. M. Carrington Salem Street Morris Kelleher Stamers City of Boston Board of Aldermen Barber Asphalt Paving Company The Barber Asphalt Company Asphalt Company Rogers Payson Boston Traveller Meehan Barber Morton Rosendale Ijiugh O'Brien

Swindler Bert Swain Impersonates Banker Nephew in Saco

In Saco Maine on October 12 Bert Swain formerly of Boston borrowed money from Mrs Smith a restaurant keeper claiming he was H H Smith and nephew of a local banker. He obtained the funds then fled town. Officers seek him for this and another past offense.

Saco Bert Swain Boston

Petitions for sewers and rail improvements in Boston wards

Petitions received from Metropolitan railroad company for additional tracks on Bedford street and connections, Highland railroad for track location on Commercial State and Eastern avenues to South Ferry, Boston and Maine railroad to move gates on Saratoga street East Boston, Abbott street Dorchester to be graded and edged stones set, Dwight street repairs, and harbor police accommodation for new boats. Notes.

Mt. Hope Street West Roxbury G.A.R Dorchester Avenue Guibson Street Grand Army Hall American Society of Mechanical Engineers Hartford Sargent Minot Harrison Avenue Blossom Street Hammond Street Fire Department Charlestown Exton Square Dorchester Metropolitan Railroad Company Committee On Water New York Board of Fire Commissioners Lindall Park Street Lee Street Childs Street Caroline Avenue Swett Street Ellery Street Bedford Street Highland Railroad Company State Eastern Avenue South Ferry Boston and Maine Railroad Company Saratoga Street East Boston Abbott Street Dwight Street Board of Police Harbor Police Service

Horse Sharps Target Hural District Delegates in Nashua

Chief Inspector Hanscom deals with delegates victims of the Lynde street horse sharp gang. Inspectors Howard and Knox prepare breaches as indictments mount. Several men from New Hampshire and local victims recount the swindle while fearing public exposure. Police close several roping operations in Washington Upton and Perry streets as gang members flee.

Hanscom Hural Cleveland Lynde Street Horse Sharps Howard Knox New Hampshire South End West End Washington Street Upton Street Perry Street

Mohican Scandal Repeats Fraud at Mare Island Navy Yard

Revelations in the New York Sun detail Secor Jobeson era corruption as the Mohican was taken from commission and rebuilt under Hanscom. A 1850000 repair plan stretched 12 years with 1 million spent on a vessel twice built, while original hull sank. Politicians backed the yard to influence elections, policing workers at the polls with printed tickets.

New York Sun Mohican Secor Jobeson Robeson Bureau of Construction and Repair Congress Navy Yard Republican Party

Sovereign Grand Master Visits Boston Lodge No 1 Event

The Sovereign Grand Master of the International Order of Odd Fellows attended Boston Lodge No 1 at New England hall last night. Lewiston Me lodge members earned degrees and observed etiquette, then planned to organize after returning. Speakers included W S Swett A J Findley McCabe English and McGannley.

International Order of Odd Fellows Boston Lodge No. 1 New England Hall New Lodge Lewiston Haggerty Sovereign W. 8. Swett A. J. Findley McCabe Messrs English Boston McGannley

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