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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1890

Page

6

Worrying His Opponent Two Rousing Rallies at Newton

In Newton on October 16 Democrats filled City Hall and Newton Centre to hear congressional candidate George Williams, who accused his rival of dodging questions and changing sides. Williams labeled the Republican platform a betrayal of liberty and morality, urged voters to back Democratic tariff reform, and criticized McKinley era duties. Also present: John E. Russell and Lloyd McKim Garrison speaking at Associates Hall.

Newton Williams John E. Russell Lloyd McKim Garrison Sredan West Newton City Ball George Fred Williams Associates Hall Newton Centre W. J. Follett E.B. Haskell John E. Ikkussell Osborne Howes, Jr Ninth Congressional District Massachusetts Ime Ninth Laventer Aoyal Lam Andrew Jackson Bunker Hill Candler Odge Republican Party Lodge Party of Progress Summner Bird Mr. Garrison William Lloyd Garrison Charles Sumner Mr. Williams Frank Bird Henry Wilson Hoar Andrew Codman Mrr Pennsylvania United States Ovinth New England Ohio Alabama McKinley Ways and Means Committee Dedham Hyde Park Laughhter Congress Commonwealth Spereee George Linder

Libel in Admiralty over Seamen Advances on Whaling Voyage

United States Circuit Court case Oct 16. Trustee J Edward S Brown represents libellants against Leander Brightman et al. over advances paid to three seamen aboard brig E H Adams bound for a whaling voyage. Osborne Jr managed voyage. disputed whether advances were ship liabilities or Osborne personal debts. Appeal argues insolvency and priority, with two seamen deserting and one discharged. Attorneys listed.

United States Circuit Court J. Edward S. Brown Leander Brightman Wunice H. Adams Edgartown Samuel Osborne, Jr E. H. Adams Osborne Brown Charles T. Bonney Thomas A. Codd James L. Gillingham

Superior Court Norfolk Dedham Oct 16 Courthouse Disposition Report

Norfolk County court notes include four cases with outcomes and counsel. Chevalier vs Boston & Albany Railroad concerns obstruction of right of way in Wellesley with verdict for defendant. Gardner vs Weymouth covers damages from a defective sidewalk. Harris vs Baxter administratrix awards plaintiff $203.50. Willis vs Hyde Park involves injuries from an electrical wire on a highway with counsel listed.

Norfolk County Dedham Lathrop Catherine A. Chevalier Boston & Albany Railroad Company Wellesley I. E. Barry Sr. Hoar George W. Gardner Weymouth J. W. Converse J. Humphrey C. Harris Isadore F. Baxter W. W. Jenness S. Keyes Willis J. Hayes Hyde Park E. Teenhood F. W. Murphy Cotter

Boston Superior Court Docket Highlights Oct 16 Session

First session notes list multiple cases including Phillip McCullough vs City of Boston for 5000 in damages from a bridge accident on Prison Point Ridge with a verdict of 1500 in favor of the plaintiff. Other actions include Adams Company vs Fitzpatrick replevin and Emery vs Rosenfeldt for goods sold, with trials in progress. Second session entries begin with Amelia Randolphus et al. and reference a November 29, 1884 date.

Superior Court Mason C.J Phillip McCullough City of Boston Prison Point Ridge Paul West Edwin D. Sibley T. M. Babson Thomas B. Adams Company J. Bb. Fitzpatrick G. C. Abbott C. C. Barton William Emery Et al David Rosenfeldt Emerson William Schofield A. J. Alger Dayton Jordan Crosby Emery Same Lane Jane Ch. Co Tirrell Dodge T Barry Durkee. Co Donahue Gethro Hugh Sullivan Cook Sulz—Cobb Buckley Thompson Amelia Randolphus P. O. Riorden

Carriage collision injures woman on Austin Street

In Charlestown a defendant's team struck a woman riding in a carriage on Austin Street, throwing her out and causing severe injuries. The suit seeks damages. husband also seeks damages for loss of services, medical care, and related expenses. Defendants deny. Attorneys listed for both sides.

Austin Street Charlestown Peter Randolph Same W H. Slocum H. Crosby H. W. Bragg J. T. Harris William H. Powers Josiah H. Mann Severence &Tappan Mann H.L. Boutwell A. J. Pratt G. H. Towle

Court hears double action over electric car injuries

In Middlesex Superior Court on October 16, two actions against West End Street Railway seek damages for injuries from electric car collisions. Taylor seeks 1000 for horse, wagon, and harness damage. Ramponi seeks 30000 for personal injuries from a January milk wagon crash. Proceedings join both cases with defense denying all claims.

Middlesex Cambridge Dunbar G. C. Taylor West End Street Railway Company George F. Ramponi Pro Ams Arlington Avenue Arlington Rodney Lund F. M. Davis Hyde, Dickinson & Howe Martin Cook Johnson Rand Duff Spear Buchanan Juhbis Killion Daniels Marlboro

Essex Superior Court Criminal Term docket note

Lawrence October 16 court records show Sherman J Wendall H Lynch of Peabody charged with robbery and sentenced to six months in jail while Jeremiah O Donnell of Beverly charged with larceny from person and sent to State Reformatory.

Essex Superior Court Lawrence Sherman J. Wendall H. Lynch Peabody Jal Jeremiah O'Donnell Beverly

Electric railroads in Essex County face system change

Salem October 16 The Essex electric railway directors deem the double trolley system unsatisfactory and notify the motor company to remove its property from the cars. Disputes arise over whether fault lies with the motor or road construction. Likely move to a single trolley system. Naumkeag road begins electric service to South Salem.

Essex County Salem Speciau Essex Electric Railway Friends of the Electric Company Naumkeag South

Board of Trade meeting reports 201 shoe pledged members

Lynn reports the Board of Trade held a meeting in the Common Council chamber as twenty three branches of the soliciting committee pledged 201 names for membership. The shoe committee seeks more time and appoints Charles S. Fuller J P C Batchelder and W G S Keene to its ranks alongside existing members. W W George and George Bodwell join the sole leather trade committee. Doctors Hayward and Meader are named to the medical committee.

Columbia Machinery Sold by Providence Worsted

Providence R I Oct 16 Mr Charles Fletcher purchased machinery used in Olneyville for worsted goods trade known as Columbia goods to be operated as part of the National Mills in Providence The move consolidates equipment under the Providence Worsted Company and National Mills partnership.

Columbia Providence R. I Charles Fletcher Providence Worsted Company Olneyville Columbia Goods National Mull

Captains Liable for Seamen Injuries Says Court Decision

A recent U S Circuit Court ruling holds captains responsible for injuries to seamen under their employ. The Employers' Liability Assurance Corp issues policies indemnifying captains against such claims. Partic wars will be given by Samuel Appleton, 28 Central street, Boston.

United States Circuit Court Employers’ Liability Assurance Corporation Samuel Appleton Central Street Boston

Money Market Report Shows Easy Conditions in Local Market

On Thursday evening October 16 money remained easy locally while New York showed firmer tones. Clearing House balances and interbank loans traded at 5 percent with various $ per $1000 figures. The report covers foreign exchange, government bonds, silver bullion, and stock activity including Northern Pacific earnings and several rail and mine shares with mixed results.

New York Sub-Treasury New York Clearing House Reichsmarks London New York Stock Exchange Treasury Chicago St. Louis San Francisco Telegraph New Orleans Charleston Savannah Boston Atchison Checago, Burlington & Quincy Mexican Central Amnion Pacific Wsconsin Central Allover Atlantic Boston & Montana Butte & Boston Calumet & Hecla Thompson-Houston Llinvis Steel Trustes Duncan Cameron Ood Cameron the Northern Pacific Wisconsin Central Edwin H. Abbott C.C. Beaman David S. Wegg C. H. Leland New Cheshire Road

Dividends Declared by Local Banks and Utilities

The Holyoke Water Power Company declares a 3 percent dividend. Brockton National Bank also declares a 3 percent dividend. Five Cents Savings Bank of New Bedford is issued a semi annual 2 percent dividend. Union Street Railway Company of New Bedford declares a quarterly 142 percent dividend. Edison Electric Illuminating Company of Ball River announces a quarterly 14 percent dividend.

Holyoke Water Power Company Brockton National Bank Five Cents Savings Bank of New Bedford Union Street Railway Company of Edison Electric Iluminating Company of Ball River

Gold bonds offer 6 percent first mortgage on Seattle cable railway

The Gold Bond issue of 387000 with 6 per cent interest over 20 years is secured by a first mortgage on a cable railway from Occidental Square to Lake Washington. The line, operating less than two years, shows net income after expenses and interest with a 6 per cent dividend on a capital stock of 8606,000. Personal examination of the property and accounts supports a recommendation. Further details on application.

Inc. T Inc National Cordage T Boston & Montana Summit Lykens Deallla Gly Ray Co Occidental Square Lake Washington Seattle Washington

10 Percent Dividends to Stockholders in Maine

About 450 stockholders are invited to subscribe for capital stock with a 10 percent dividend plan. Dividends of 5 percent are payable semiannually in January and July, with six full 5 percent dividends paid since organization in 1837 and a seventh earned. Applicants now will receive the full 5 percent dividend in January. Prospectus and stockholder list available at the Portland Maine office or by inquiry.

Maine Portland

Notice to Scrip Holders Delaware Mutual Safety Ay Insurance

Notice to scrip holders from the Delaware Mutual Safety Ay Insurance Company Philadelphia dated October 11 1890. The option to convert outstanding scrip into stock is renewed for a limited period by order of the Board of Directors. Absent holders may exchange their scrip at 22 Broad Street Boston. Frank E Sweets er Agent.

Delaware Mutual Safety Aysurance Company Philadelphia Board of Directors Broad Street Boston Frank E. Sweetser Agt

Electric Locks and Electrical Goods Advertised

A classified advertisement lists electrical items and suppliers including Eastern Electric Cable Company at 54 Devonshire Street, F. W. Prescott & Co., Gethins Electrical Mfg. Co., Union Electric Car Company, Thomson-Houston Company, and other brands with pricing hints in a dense trade section.

F. W. Prescott & Co Devonshire Street Eastern Electric Cable Company, Pfa Gethins Electrical Mfg. Company Union Electric Car Company Thomson-Houston Company

New York Financial Market Report Edge of Losses

New York financial news notes easy money on call at 3 to 6, prime mercantile paper at 5 to 7 percent, sterling at 4.80 to 4.85, government and railroad bonds dull but firm. Stock market less active after forenoon with Lackawanna and St Paul weak. Lackawanna fell from 144 to 143 and St Paul slipped modestly as Sugar remained unsettled.

New York Prime Mercantile Paper Barsilver Sterling Exchange Emand St. Paul and Lackawanna Lackswanna St. Paul

Market ends firmer after midday dip amid active trading

Active stocks showed mixed opening declines with sugar refineries and Lackawanna slipping early. By afternoon traders bought heavily with foreigners stepping in, lifting most issues to near opening levels. Bonds were quiet with minor moves as Northwestern consols and other issues rose while some notes posted small losses.

St. Paul Lackawanna Coalers Bears Northwestern Denver & Rio Grande Ft. Worth & Denver Reading Richmond & West Point Trust Way Tennessee Coal Birmingham Mutual Union Kansas &Texas General

London Markets and Bank of England bullion data

London finance bulletin reports Consols at 94916 for money and 9494 for account with various securities listed including Atlantic and Great Western firsts 3414 Canadian Pacific 77% Erie 2244 Erie seconds 102 Illinois Central 105 Mexican ordinary 5242 St Paul common 60% New York Central 106 Pennsylvania 63 Reading 1814 Mexican Central 7344. Bank of England kept discount rate unchanged, bullion withdrawn today £90000 and weekly bullion increase £371000, reserve ratio up to 33.08 percent.

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Alliance of Reading and Vanderbilt Nearing Alliance

The Evening Telegraph reports negotiations between the Reading syndicate and a powerful New York syndicate near completion, signaling a likely alliance with the Vanderbilt interests.

Reading Vanderbilt Philadelphia Evening Telegraph Today Reading Syndicate New York

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