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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1886
Page
5
Kansas researchers report vigorous results from sugar experiments while General Hazen denies the Treasury decision's accuracy. The clash centers on methods and interpretations, with officials cautious about implications for policy and funding.
Washroton reports a calm Democratic campaign as Senator Kenna travels West Virginia delivering speeches to large crowds. Only a few Congressional candidates have appeared recently and the campaign book sales, totaling about 12 000 copies, comprise the committee's sole funds. The book's material energizes stump speakers nationwide and headquarters view the effort as vigorous with Democrats not fearing a loss of the House.
General Hazen contends that the second controller’s disallowances of signal service expenses were based on alleged informalities and orders from the Secretary of War. He says copies of telegrams were not necessary for auditing, cites previous Treasury approval, and accuses the press of preempting officers’ responses. He notes Mills and Craig have not been notified or questioned directly.
Washington October 22. Reports from Fort Scott Kansas say government chemists under Professor Wiley supervise sugar experiments using improved diffusion and carbonization machinery. Daily sorghum cane processing averages 100 tons with sugar selling at about 5 cents per pound. Wiley notes 1200 tons of sorghum cane on hand and 150 tons Louisiana cane soon arriving to test the new process.
Clerk Courts of the House appropriations committee will mail notices for a November 22 meeting in this city as Congress prepares a brief session. Chairman Randall plans to have appropriation bills ready for action soon after reassembly. President to appoint L. N. Buford deputy fourth treasur y auditor, vice Davis. Treasury estimates place ultimate issues of new silver certificates near 550 million dollars for $1 and $5 denominations at 60 million.
One of the defence lawyers said a fresh motion for a new trial would be presented to Judge Gary arguing newly discovered decisions show court instructions were improper. The ruling that a speaker or writer who incited a crime is equally guilty with the offender is challenged. The motion argues the term has not expired and the court may grant relief.
Arthur Sainsbury, a young West Indian sailor, was convicted of manslaughter for the May 29 fatal shooting of brothers Fred and Jacob Volker. The jury recommended mercy after finding a killing at one brother only and the case was tried upon that premise.
St Louis Browns defeated the Chicago players 10 to 3 in Chicago on October 22 in a loose game marked by numerous errors. Flint had costly mistakes while Burns and Ryan struggled with balls, and Hudson held the Chicagos to three hits. Attendance reached about 16,000 and darkness ended play after seven innings.
Galveston organizes independent relief to Sabine Pass and Johnsons Bayou sufferers. Women report 175 boxes of clothing and $250 cash, with total Galveston and Houston contributions surpassing other Southern cities. Subcommittees prepare to distribute funds with Beaumont and Orange plans. Donations from Louisiana and Texas flow in. total expected near $100,000 in ten days.
The Hon. Joseph B. Clark, a leading Manchester figure and former legislator, hanged himself in a barn at his residence after a life marked by public service and failed congressional ambitions. A Guilford native, 63, he practiced law from 1855, served as mayor in 1867, city solicitor, and held roles in rail, insurance, and banking before dying at 10:15 this morning. He leaves a son and a daughter.
Last night a stone was thrown at the home of George Goldthwaite on Wallis Street in Salem. Officer Miller apprehended Theophilus Wall, fined 450 dollars with costs in Police Court, and he appealed.
In Lawrence on October 22 two cases were disposed. Dick Lacouse, previously charged with assault, keeping a house of ill fame, and liquor nuisance, paid fines totaling 23.24 and faces six months in jail. Buckskin Sam, an Indian doctor, from Gloucester with a 12 year old girl, was found guilty of rape and sentenced to five years in the State prison.
The Knights of Labor assembly in Caledonian Hall protests the Richmond convention actions raising chief officer pay to 5000 and the second officer to 3200 dollars. Delegates discussed forming a separate building trades district, but no firm decision emerged.
Springfield report notes W. A. Rowe of Lynn clocked a mile in 2 29 45 at Hampden Park bicycle track this afternoon, the best time on record. Pacemakers were Woodside Crocker and Hendee. Both Rowe and George M. Hendee have joined the ranks of professionals.
Entertainment notes list Fritz Our Cousin German at the Boston Theatre with showings both afternoon and 7 46 evening Harbor Lights at Boston Museum 745 Minstrels at Globe Theatre Maggie Mitchell at Park Theatre Adonis at Hollis Street Theatre and Marinella Cosmopolian Congress at Howard Athensium with 3 pm matinee and evening showings
The notice lists trades and firms including R. J. Day & Co. Francis Henshaw & Co. Albert Howe & Co. Horatio Harris & Co. A. B. Richards & Co. and Lippincott Son & Co. with real estate in Allston and boot and shoe goods in New York City and Philadelphia. Monday Oct 28.
In this city on Oct 20 Eben G Weeks wed Lulu A Wilbur both of Boston. At Hyde Park Oct 20 Willis A DeLand of Portland Maine married Francena T Sanders of Ossipee New Hampshire.
In Lowell on October 22 a horse and buggy were stolen from in front of the Railroad National Bank. George and Joseph Bellersio were arrested in Belvidere and admitted the theft saying the horse ran away in Andover. They are suspected in additional similar thefts.
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