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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1885

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Prospect of Self-Government for Ireland Hailed in Boston

A Boston crowd at Faneuil Hall applauded a push for Ireland’s local self-government led by Parnell. Speakers including Governor Robinson, Mayor O Brien, Frederick O Prince and others urged support for Ireland’s parliamentary champions, stressing constitutional means and universal rights.

Vaneuilhall Irish Parliamentary Party Parnell Ireland Robinson Frederick O. Prince O’brien Commonwealth Hlon John E. Fitzgerald Thomas Flatley Patrick Donohue P. D. Dwyer Dr. Kelly John Hurley Templeton T. B. Fitz Newton Municipal Council of Boston Trish O’ Brien Great Britain United States Governor Robinson Gov. Robinson Mother Erin Erin Liberty Faneuil Ball Prince of Wales Prince

Idle Rumors Denied by President Cleveland Special Despatch

A Boston Post dispatch reports President Cleveland denying idle rumors over a Boston collectorship and notes the administration has not discussed the matter with Saltonstall or Endicott. The article surveys patronage shifts and potential reorganization, with remarks on Senate nominations and political maneuvering in Washington.

Cleveland Washington Saltonstall Boston Endicott Treasury Department Congress Jordan Manning Senate Revess Sherman Virginia Daniel Barbour Washlington San Francisco New York Treasury Department Philadelphia

New Mexico Chief Justice Vincent Seeks Vindication Over Dorsey Jury Appointment

Despatches from Santa Fe report Chief Justice WM A Vincent arriving home and asking to visit Washington to vindicate himself. He cites Dorseysappointment as jury commissioner in Colfax county as reason and notes local factionalism, jail attack, and deaths. Garland says he will not comment until detainees speak.

Vincent New Mexico Firmself Garland St. Louis Santa Fe N. M A. H. Garland Stephen W. Dorsey Colfax United States Dorsey Washington WM. A. Vincent

Officer Uses Door Destroyer In Howard Street Gaming House Raid

Third division officers led by Sergeants Gaskin and Cain with Patrolmen Foss Fitzgerald Cleary and Howe raided No 31 Howard Street after boarding a West End car. The door to the upper room yielded a counting board dice sets and cards, while the inner safe remained locked with no loot found. The raid follows a similar operation last week and promises further actions.

Gaskin Cain Foss Fitzgerald Cleary Howe Cambridge Street Stoddard Street Howard No. 31 Gaskins

Printers of Lynn Discuss Union at Local Office

In Lynn, printers gathered at J. F. McCarty & Bro to consider forming a craft union. A separate report notes William H. Bingham, 193 Chestnut, awoke Monday around 3:50 AM to see a burglar slipping from a kitchen window. no theft occurred. Another crime note says burglars entered George Abbott’s home, 35 Maple Street, while the family was away and took $15.

Lynn J. F. McCarty & Bro William H. Bingham Chestnut Street George Abbott Maple Street

Stabbing Suspect Denied Lower Bail in District Court

Patrick Crane remained in stable condition after being stabbed Saturday night. Julius Winfrey appeared before Judge Orcutt, pleaded not guilty, and was held on $2000 bail for next Saturday’s appearance. Counsel E. G. Welker of Charlestown represented the defendant. motion to set bail at $800 denied as Crane still in danger.

Patrick Crane Julius Winfrey Orcutt District Court E. G. Welker Charlestown Crane

Embezzlement Arrest of Castor Company Bookkeeper John Lorenzen

John Lorenzen head bookkeeper for George A Castor & Co at 515 519 Washington street was arrested yesterday by Patrolman Raymond division 4 for embezzling between 900 and 1000 dollars. A 28 year old married man with a good prior reputation, Lorenzen lives with his wife at the Hotel Winthrop on Bowdoin street.

John Lorenzen George A. Castor & Co Washington Street Raymond Division 4 Lorenzen Hotel Winthrop Bowdoin Street

YANKER YACHTSMEN SOCIAL EVENT AT PARKER HOUSE

A social dinner honoring Puritan builders and patriotic yacht club members will be hosted by Eastern Yacht club at the Parker house on October 18. Arrangements are led by F Gordon Dexter and a committee including T Dennie Boardman, John M Glidden, John Jeffries, and others. The list of Puritan builders includes Commodore H 8 Hovey and Rear Commodore W T Weld among several gentlemen and one unknown friend.

Parker House Eastern Yacht Club F. Gordon Dexter T. Dennie Boardman John M. Glidden John Jeffries Geo. Z. Silsbee W. D. Pickman Greely S. Curtis General R. H H. 8. Hovey J. Malecomb Forbes W. T. Weld C.J. Paine W. H. Fornes J. L. Gardner Augustus Hemmenway T. 5. Higginson Wm. Gray, Jr J. Montgomery Sears

Tigers Celebrate 87th Anniversary With Boston Units

The Boston light infantry known as the Boston Tigers marked the 87th anniversary of its organization with a daytime parade from No. 19 Essex street to the Quincy house and a two hour banquet. Officers from the active company and veterans spoke, noting growth in rolls and honoring fallen members, while public tributes were paid to Mayor O'Brien and senior commanders.

Quincy House Boston Light Infantry Fourishing Veteran Corps Boston Tigers Boylston Hall Essex Street Salem George Lovell Samuel Hobbs Howard Wade Veteran Corps Ezra J. Trail David W. Wardrop J. N. Cushing George B. Appleton Jacob Bensenoil W. G. Shillaker Frank H. Little Foster Shores Caleb L. Pope O’brien City Hall Joshua M. Cushing Ezra J. Trull Lovett A. C. Wellington Jackson Hovey EK. A. Horton George S. Merrill Augustus Whittemore C. G. Atwood Tobin Grand Army Harton Worcester Continentals Frank H. Ward Wadrop Abbott Second Corps of Cadets John McDonough S. H. Leonard Henry D. Andrews Allard Wadsworth The Lancers Providence, R. I., Light Infantry Draper Kendall Weeden Warfield Trull Austin B. Wellington New York Edward A. Horton Commonwealth Wardrop

Disease Plague Rises in Montreal Amid Cold Weather

Special dispatch reports Montreal smallpox death rate rising past 57 per day with 403 total deaths last week including nine Protestants. Officials push inspections, vaccination for Quebec arrivals, and stricter passenger disembarkation controls as winter deepens the outbreak.

Montreal Quebec

Ohio Vote Count Continues Across Columbus and County

The Columbus vote count proceeds with precinct A tally disputes and updates. In Franklin County Foraker leads, Hoadly and Leonard show strong results, while commissioners offer rewards after a tally sheet theft. Cincinnati and Montgomery County counts finish patterns as a citizen committee arrest raises election fraud questions.

Columbus Cincinnati Citizens’ Committee Ward 13 Atherton Supreme Judge Taylor Myers Young Franklin County Foraker Hoadly Leonard Northrop Cheney Ellis Joyce 15Th Davyson Montgomery County Samuel KE. Kemp Robertson Preble County Kemp Messrs. Turner Edwards Eidemiller Hamilton County Hudson Julius Dexter Citizens’ Committee of 100 Dexter

America in London Exposition Plans Unfold in Adams House Visit

John Whitley and John Gilmer Speed outlined the American exhibition in London to a Post reporter. The site, access, and facilities include eight acre main and eastern grounds, three rail stations, a grand restaurant, a 200 foot tower, and a fountain. Opening is set for May 1, 1886, with six months of displays and a major European audience in view.

John Robinson Whitley John Gilmer Speed London Adams House Whitley United States Middlesex Great Britain Scotland Kensington Versailles Europe Rockies Earl of Dunraven Earl of Mayo Sir Samuel Baker Morton Fryen Washington Congress Queen Victoria India Prince of Wales Boston C. B. Norton Norton New York World Hurlbert New Orleans

Waltham's Mystery Autopsy Hints at Self-Inflicted Death

Autopsy on the dead stranger found in Waltham woods reports four bullet wounds to the right temple. One shot fatal, others potentially lethal but not instantly. Organs healthy. only a few berries found in the stomach. Medical Examiner Mead notes findings do not contradict the theory of death by own action. burial planned for today.

Waltham Mead Taylor Cambridge Jordan

Ward arraigned again on indictment over forged check

New York on October 19 Ward stood before Judge Barrett in the court of oyer and terminer to plead to a new indictment accusing him of fraudulently obtaining 71,800 via an over certified Marine Bank check. He entered a not guilty plea and the case was adjourned to Thursday morning.

New York

Fires at Union Glass Works Die Out After Night

Fire at Union glass works not drawn, allowed to die out. Workers held secret meeting yesterday morning.

Union Glass Works

The Magistrate at Museum Dazes New York Critics

The Museum stage last night hosted A. W. Pinero’s The Magistrate a three act farce delighting with rapid, witty dialogue and strong, mirthful situations. Strong ensemble led by Barron Owen Mason and Miss Rhea received praise for lively performances and natural pacing despite language hurdles.

A. W. Pinero London New York Brutus Museum Company Mr. Barron Colonel Lukyn Mr. Owen Mr. Posket J. B. Mason Captain Vale Mr. Hudson Mr. Bullamy Mr. Seymour Cis Farringdon Miss Clarke Mrs. Posket Miss Thompson Beattie Tomlinson Messrs. Burrows Abbe Whytal Nolan Atkins Lang Boardman Davenport Dayne

Wilmington Seeks Improved Railroad Facilities

A northern town pushes for better rail links while multiple local accidents are reported. George Brewster fell from a Maplewood tree yesterday and broke his neck. John Morrison was arrested in Quincy yesterday for murderous assault on Robert Sparrow of Rockland on May 24. William Charleton of Newtonville fell from an apple tree and broke his back, but remains alive. In Stoneham Centre Frank Littlefield driving a team owned by M Holt of Wilmington was kicked by a horse and leg injuries occurred. Three degrees of Odd Fellowship were exemplified at South Abington with the Franklin degree lodge of Boston assisting Boston and Commonwealth lodges. Webster lodge hosted visitors who returned by a special train.

Wilmington George Brewster Maplewood John Morrison Quincy Robert Sparrow Rockland William Charleton Newtonville Stoneham Centre Frank Littlefield M. Holt South Abington Franklin Boston Commonwealth Webster Lodge

Surprise musical by East Boston friends honors Dr Grainger

Last evening about 75 guests gathered at No. 11 Chelsea Street East Boston to surprise Dr and Mrs William H Grainger with a social tribute. The group included politicians and medical professionals among others and presented a silver tea service inscribed Presented to Dr and Mrs William H Grainger by their East Boston friends Oct 19 1885. Doherty delivered the presentation address and Granger expressed gratitude amid heartfelt remarks as the event ended after late hours.

William H. Grainger Chelsea Street East Boston Island Thomas F. Doherty John H. Sullivan P. J. Grady Ferry Andrew B. Porter James L. Walsh Des M. J. Ralli Thos Roche Chas Zeilinger Herman Drake John A. Gill Ignatius Keily Phillip Smith Patrick Morrison John F. MacCarthy J. Lane My Musicale Sadie E. Carney Tina Martin Anme E. Dever Tinnie Zielinger Thomas FF Doherty Granger

Rev C W Booth suspended for forgery and misconduct

Springfield Mass Oct 19 Rev C W Booth Baptist evangelist and former Mexico N Y church pastor suspended from State street church and likely to be expelled. He confessed forging the reception letter from Mexico and forging names for a character reference for a woman who claimed prostitution. He circulated the paper in Mexico to bolster his character and used copied signatures for autographs tied to his revival work in Plainfield last winter. He has served as acting pastor at the Cummington Baptist church for a year. Angostura Bitters advertisement follows.

Springfield Mass C. W. Booth Mexico N. Y N.Y Vplainfield Plainfield Cummington Baptist Church

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