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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 27, 1885

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Saltonstall Declines Civil Service Chairmanship in Washington

In Washington Saltonstall rejects the offer to head the New Civil Service Commission, citing Boston as his home and stating he seeks no other office. Endicott plans a vote in Salem and accompanying assignments with the fortification board. Whitney remains entangled with John Roach issues as postmasters are appointed in several states. Supreme Court affirms judgment in a Boston Hydraulic Gold Mining case.

Washington Saltonstall Civil Service Commission Boston Endicott Salem Fortification Board New York City West Point Cold Spring John Roach Whitney Navy Department Massachusetts Frank Ward White House Court of Claims Charles Francis Adams, Jr Peter Chardon Brooks William Gray Geo. S. Boutwell War and Navy Departments Congress Mr. Whitney Messrs Lincoln Chandler Arthur Maine Kingfield Alonzo Knapp Machias James A. Ballinger North Hadley John H. Nordhoff Mittineague Michael F. Burke Chestnut Hill George D. Burrage Ward Hill Justin E. Bradstreet Westford John M. Fletcher Holden Patrick A. McLaughlin Oxford Henry A United States Supreme Court Boston Hydraulic Gold Mining Company Eagie Copper and Silver Mining Company Circuit Court For District of California Waite

Correspondence Between the Judge and President Cleveland

Washington adds the resignations of Judge Thoman and Civil Service Commissioner Leroy D. Thoman, with Cleveland accepting Thoman’s resignation and praising civil service reform, and Thoman acknowledging the step as he notes reform gains and merit standards nationwide.

Cleveland Washington Thoman Washington, D. C Leroy D. Thoman Civil Service Commissioner Civil Service Commission Grover Cleveland

Explosion on St Louis street car causes wheel damage

In St Louis on October 26 another street car blast occurred on Mound City road. One front wheel was broken and the driver was knocked over but uninjured. no passengers were aboard. Police Chief Harrigan offers 500 reward for those responsible.

St. Louis Mound City Harrigan

Death by Self-Inflicted Shot Reveals Financier's Fall

The Roxbury death of Luigi Bourgeois by suicide is clarified. Bourgeois, once financial agent for singer Signor del Puente, misused about $7500, leading to ruin and the fatal act. The case ties Bourgeois to financial misconduct connected to the singer's affairs.

Luigi Bourgeois Roxbury Bourgeois Signor del 'Uente

French Victory in Annam Brings Paris Crowd to Boulevards

Paris reports excitement over official French success in Annam. General De Courcy says French troops defeated a vastly larger force of Black Flags Annamites and deserters, capturing Thau Mai after three days of heavy fighting with 6000 enemy. French casualties were 13. General Negrier hunts pirates in Tonquin.

Paris Annam General de Courcy Jaumont Thaumai Negrier Tonquin Dublin Athelrey Galway Parnell Sexton Messrs Nolan Sheehy Harris Foley House of Commons Maprio Senor Zubi Zarreta War Office Senor Gil Torilla London M. Matic Drusceac Servia Sorra Alexander Philippopolis

Wreck on Wabash Road Injures Several Passengers

A broken rail caused a passenger train wreck near La Porte Indiana injuring Conductor O'Brien and eight passengers. Injuries include head wounds sprains and broken ribs to Mrs Bascomb Ms Sullivan Mrs Debart and others, all transported to La Porte for treatment.

Wabash Road Ind N. Sullivan Michigan City Alice McDaniel Walkerton la Porte

Worcester Men Protest Telephone Rentals High

In Worcester Massachusetts a public meeting drew 75 residents to oppose the telephone rental increase. Speakers criticized both the rate hike and service quality and a committee was formed to canvass the city for concerted action among over 740 telephone renters.

Worcester Mass

No Immediate Lease Prospect For New England Road

New Haven leader Watrous stated there is no probability the consolidated road will take charge of the New England road now or in the near future. Formal discussion occurred, but directors would not accept any current propositions. Negotiations for a possible union remain open if an advantageous offer appears.

New Haven, Conn New York and New England Railroad New York and New Haven Road Watrous Consolidated Road New England Road New England

Flint glass workers reach draft accord in Philadelphia area

Philadelphia reports a fresh conference between flint glass manufacturers and striking workers. It is asserted fires will be started tomorrow night in all local establishments. Concessions were made on minor points, and the remaining differences are deemed easily settled at a meeting tomorrow. The trouble in Philadelphia and vicinity ends for now.

Philadelphia Flint Glass Mannufacturers

Judge Butler Rules Against Leather Whitening Machine Suit

In Philadelphia on October 26 Judge Butler of the U S circuit court filed an opinion in the patent case brought by John G Buzzel Lynn Mass against Adolphus Y Andrews and others of Philadelphia. The bill claimed patent infringement on a leather whitening and shaving machine, but the court dismissed the bill finding the machines differ in construction organization operation and results.

Philadelphia Butler United States Circuit Court Today John G. BuzzeLef Lynn Mass Adolphus Y. Andrews

Wakefield Man Melzer Stetson Vanishes From Home

Melzer Stetson, 74, of Gould Street Wakefield, disappeared from his home early this week and has not been found. Friends fear an accident or foul play as his mental condition was unstable. He owns substantial property and is believed to be traveling or in danger.

Malden Mass Melzer Stetson Gould Street Wakefield Mme. Judie MM. Hennequin Millaud M. Herve Theatre Des Varieties Paris Aristide Boudin Baron de la Boncalture Anna Prince de Chypre Coralie Papa Prince Rodin Boston Music Hall G. Demerssemen Signor Carrano Hamlet A. Thomas Carlo Buti Chopin Gustave Lewita Fanny Davenport the Park Park Theatre Sardou Sedora Miss Davenport Mr. McDowell Globe Kit Arkansaw Traveler Chanfrau Frank S. Chanfrau Henry Chanfrau T. G. Patton Manuel Bond Williams Mitchell W.J. Shea Julius Cesar Washington Smith Miss May Wheeler Wife Alice Redding Miss May Alexander Florence Sherwood Mrs. Temple New York Philharmonic Club Tanner Benedict Eugene Weiner Philharmonic Club Oliver Byron the Howard Howard Atheneum Byron Harry Denbigh

Revival movement spreads through Pittsburg churches

Protestant groups across denominations have launched an evangelical companion and are conducting daylight and nighttime revival services in nearly 100 churches in Pittsburg and Allegheny. The effort grows from Moody and Sankey meetings held here last spring.

Pittsburg Allegheny Moody and Sankey

Theatrical costumes auction in New York this Friday

Brief notes report an auction of John McCullough stage costumes in New York on Friday. Other items include deputy sheriff shot in Rosse Texas, growing smallpox deaths in Montreal, and a fraud case in New York involving English forger William Giles. Barnum’s circus principals announced and railroad earnings contrasted with 1884 figures. Old Bourbon and Pure Rye whiskies advertised as stimulants.

John McCullough New York Rosse Tex Drenkard Montreal Riel William Giles William Gozeh England Barnum’s Circus P. T. Barnum J. L. Hutchinson W.W. W. Cole Cole’s Circus James 5. Cooper James A. Bailey Cooper & Bailey London Barnum Philadelphia and Reading Railroad and Coal and Iron Companies

Fisher Hill Debated as Aldermen Postpone Fisher Bill

Boston aldermen debated testing the Fisherhill purchase with council input. The board laid the matter over two weeks. Precinct officers were updated, revised ordinances discussed including registrar salaries, and a police signal system funding request moved forward. Grants and special elections were scheduled, with votes on loans for city projects and various petitions and notices.

Fisher Common Council Law Department Fisherhill Welch Curtis Hart Boston George A. Wilson Donovan Allen Yea Cutter Fernald Mullane Nugent Smith Weica Nay—Alen Clarence Dew George P. Palmer Robert A. McKirdy Clifford H. Plummer Patrick D. Sullivan Michael W. Myers Herbert Austin Robert J. Faulkner John F. Crowley Patrick H. Conway John Barronseale William G. Owens Edward F. Higgins Peter Lincoln George A. Wheeler Edwin A. Leonard John A. Lowell Alexander Ure Edward H. Bayfield Matthew F. Foley Charles H. Ruggles Charles J. McCarthy Committee On Alderman Welch Alderman Allen Board of Police Alderman Donovan B. F. Hamilton United States Tremont Temple Leighton Charles River City Point Joint Committee On Health James McNeice Water Board Framingham Water Company Farm Pond Sudbury River Park Commissioners Charlestown Mill Pond Flats

Painter John Clabby Dies After Acid Mixup Drink

New Haven resident John Clabby, a painter, accidentally drank carbolic acid after diluting it in a glass, then adding liquor to the same glass later. He died two hours after consuming the fatal mixture.

New Haven Conn John Clabby

Mrs Ford Employs Boy for Errands at Temple Millinery

Mrs. M. E. Ford operates a millinery shop on Temple Place and uses a boy named John Matthews to run errands and carry parcels.

Bonnet Heist via Stranger on the Common

A boy delivering two valuable bonnets was intercepted by a tall man who gave him 25 cents and a sealed envelope directing delivery to a specific lady. The man offered to hold the bundle as the boy proceeded. The letter contained a photograph of a well known actress with no writing. The boy reported the incident at station 4.

Mme. Judie Boston

Nameless Woman Arrested in Baltimore Murder Plot

A mystery woman, unnamed by police, is arrested in Boston after a staged ruse to hire a killer. Inspectors Hanscom, Gerraughty and Houghton exposed the plot to murder a Baltimore wife. the suspect confessed to two poison attempts and outlined a conspiracy tied to a young Irish servant girl and a Baltimore family.

Hanscom Gerraughty Houghton Baltimore Rosston James Donahue John Bull Donahue Revere House Boston Police

Dog saves woman and child in Danvers fire incident

Incendiary blaze at Danvers port boat factory and Danversport barn destroys property. Mrs Hutchinson and her child awoke to smoke thanks to their dog’s warning, escaping before flames engulfed their cottage. Loss around 850 dollars insured. Other fires cause 3000 dollar farm loss and 1700 dollar barn fire in neighboring towns.

Danversport Charlotte Hutchinson Isaac Wyman Forest River Road Swampscott Hanlan P. Hefferman

Suffolk County Democrats Nominate Collison for Register of Deeds

Suffolk County Democratic convention nominates Harvey Newton Collison for register of deeds. Delegates from Boston Chelsea Winthrop clash over representation rules. Chelsea wins larger share. Nomination followed by speeches praising Collison, who accepts and thanks the body.

Democratic City Committee of Boston Chelsea Winthrop Chapel Hall Tremont Temple Suffolk County Temple John H. Lee Sullivan Ward 2 Lee Fitzpatrick Bernard Minton M. M. Cunniff John B. Martin Hugh E. Brady J. H. Poland F. H. Seavey Messrs Denning and Reynolds State Committee Revere Connelly Democratic City Committee Cunniff Hartnett Hall Ward 6 Harvey Newton Collison James F. Marley Ward 16 Collison Democratic Party of Messrs. Carroll Denning Reynolds Morley Mr. Collison Marley

Dorchester Doctor’s Reappearence Sparks Family Distress

London Ontario, Oct 26 Dr Moore of Dorchester, who previously fled to East Saginaw with a domestic and sparked murder rumors, returned to his family then persuaded his wife to sell property to buy a Delaware farm. After securing the funds he again left for Michigan, leaving wife and children in destitute circumstances.

London Ont Moore Dorchester East Saginaw Mich Delaware Michigan

Workingmen Rally in South Abington Hears McKeill and Pickett

In South Abington Massachusetts a large workingmen’s rally gathered at Village Hall with Henry Powers presiding. George E. McKeill of Somerville spoke at length and Frank S. Pickett praised W. L. Douglas for state senator. James E. Bates urged support for the same cause.

South Abington Mass Village Hall Henry Powers Knights of Labor George E. McKeill Somerville Frank S. Pickett W. L. Douglas James BE. Bates

Miners Strike Resumes as Non-Union Workers Walk Out

In Pirrsnure on October 26 coal miners in the fourth pool halted work again after strikers persuaded non-unionists to join. The strike is solidified, and the strikers claim victory appears assured.

Train Fatalities and Local News Roundup in New England

A sweeping clipping reports multiple deaths and incidents across New England. John Ivers struck by a train in Bridgeport, Conn. and killed. a man presumed John Murphy killed on Cheshire road in Ashburnham. Catherine Connors dies after falling from a four story window in Hartford. Other items note Elbridge Gerry’s serious illness, John Dwyer’s three year sentence in Lawrence, and a drum contest in Haverhill. Also mentions retirements, railroad investigations, and financial actions concerning Fall River mills.

John Ivers Brigdeport Conn McCollister Universalist Church Dover N. H Jonathan Mann Oxford Vineyard Nantucket John Murphy Cheshire Road Ashburnham Los Angeles Cal Brockton Eaat Reformatory Fitchburg New England College Hanover Fall River Catherine Connors Hartford Etta van Valkenburg Dalton Hawkins Bridge Company Springfield Mass Winooski St. Albans Lorenzo M. Davis New Bedford Canadian Pacific Railroad Columbia River

Party nominations fill Bristol and surrounding districts

Democratic conventions named James C. Stafford for senator from the third Bristol district and Robert Howard for senator from the second Bristol district. They also nominated Charles A. W. Oesting for state committee, Philander Cobb for councillor from the first district, and Isaac Damon for representative in Wayland. Republicans named Charles Dillingham for the first Barnstable district and P. P. Perham for the nineteenth Middlesex district. Democratic picks included Charles L. Tilden for the third Plymouth district and Leander H. Dupee with Philip A. Beaman for the seventh Worcester district. John O Gara and Joseph L. Woodbury were listed for the thirteenth Worcester district. The Republicans also nominated candidates.

New Bedford James C. Stafford Bristol Charles A. W. Oesting Philander Cobb Kingston Robert Howard Spinners’ Union Fall River Democrats D. D. Sullivan Wayland Isaac Damon Charles Dillingham Sandwich Barnstable P. P. Perham Chelmsford Middlesex Plymouth Charles L. Tilden Leander H. Dupee Westminster Philip A. Beaman Princeton Worcester John O’gara Spencer Joseph L. Woodbury Oxford

District and City Committees Clash Over Delegates

Salem city committee held ward caucuses to nominate delegates for a convention in Creamer hall on Wednesday. Sixth district mass caucus in town hall aimed to nominate reps. district claims city committee overstepped. Seventh district mass caucus to be held Friday. D. J. O'Brien and J. B. Edwards nominated for representatives. J. J. Hartigan named district chair.

Democratic City Committee Salem Creamer Hall D. J. O’brien J. B. Edwards

Lynn Politics Democrats and Republicans Elect Delegates

Democrats of the tenth Essex representative district held caucuses electing delegates to the forthcoming convention. Ward by ward lists names of chairmen secretaries and delegates from Ward 1 2 4 5 and 7, with seven delegates each earning 63 votes. Republicans also caucused electing delegates, while Greenback nominating convention at city hall named candidates for the ninth tenth and eleventh districts and a fifth Essex senator candidate George Foster was nominated.

Tenth Essex Ward 1 George H. Lindsey George W. Allen Samuel E. Marsh Alonzo P. Hadley Ward H. F. Lewis J. F. Caswell A. A. Kent George Churchill John Tully George Hart Ward 7 Daniel Higgins William Shepard E. J. Leslie John Higgins Lynn Republicans Greenback National Greenback Party City Hall Larkin E., Barker Edward H. Lomasney Charles N. Wentworth Ogden H. Smith Charles G. Foster Fifth Essex George Foster

Rushed Italian Laborers Crushed In Train Car Crash

A Boston to Oakdale Mass. passenger incident injures nine Italian laborers when a side car is pushed toward a main track. One man dies en route. others suffer severe injuries including amputations. Foreman Kimmett and doctors respond. no fault found with railroad operation. Amusements follow with reviews of Judie, Davenport, Chanfrau, and other performances.

Boston Lowell Oakdale Mass Massachusetts Central P. J. Kimmett Hudson Warren J. H. Whittemore Massachusetts General Hospital North Grove Street Harris Dr. Warren Cabot Beach Richardson Donato Matto Mulberry Street New York Joseph de Rienze Antonio Frabotta Philadelphia Michael Mille Pasquale Ferruccio Frank Lombard Rafaello Frumeco Niccola Carmasino Nicola Ferrucio Father Boniface North End

Local Injuries Reported From City Street Accidents

James J Harrington of Prentiss street Boston Highlands was thrown from a wagon on Circuit Street near Washington Street when his horse stopped. Two wheekis trod his right leg causing a compound fracture. Michael Griffin of Harrison avenue suffered severe head contusions when staging fell on him at Joy and Beacon streets. Miss Mary Tobin of C Street South Boston broke her right arm after falling on Broadway while returning from church.

James J. Harrington Prentiss Street Boston Highlands Circuit Street Washington Street Michael Griffin Harrison Avenue Joy and Beacon Streets Mary Tobin C Street South Boston Broadway

Charlestown youths fined after assault on Julius Stone

Early yesterday morning a crowd of boys attacked Julius Stone of 8 Vine Street Charlestown on Portland Street, stealing a $5 cigar box. Patrolman Park soon arrested John McQuade and John Perkins, who were fined in court. Phillip Duffy was arrested later and to be arraigned today.

Julius Stone Vine Street Charlestown Portland Street Patrolman Park John McQuade John Perkins Phillip Duffy

Nevada Arrives With Husband At Park Theatre

A fragment notes Mlle. Nevada arriving at the Park Theatre accompanied by her husband. The line hints at a staging or appearance featuring the performer and partner as part of the engagement.

Fedora Parck Young Chanfrau Mlle Nevada

Madison Club Rye Whiskey Brand Mix

The advertisement promotes Madison Club Rye as a leading U S whiskey brand. It highlights a blend of rare old malted rye and barley malt whiskies, emphasizing maturity and quality to attract discerning drinkers.

United States

Funeral for Hon William Spar hawk in Marblehead

The funeral for the late Hon. William Spar hawk was held at the family home in Marblehead with Rev. Fielder Israel of Salem officiating. Pallbearers included ex President George C. Crocker and other dignitaries. A long procession formed as Unity degree camp, Atlantic lodge, and Manatong tribe attended. Remains were interred at Waterside cemetery.

William Sparhawk Marblehead Fielder Israel Salem George C. Crocker Massachusetts Senate Isaac A Ane Waterside Cemetery

Man Stole Three Coats From Boston and Lowell Railcar

Henry R. Osborne admitted an average morning's theft by stealing three coats from a car on the Boston and Lowell railroad. Balmy weather forced him to try selling or disposing of them. Inspector McCausland arrived at the scene and arrested Osborne. The coats remain with authorities awaiting owners.

Henry R. Osborne Boston and Lowell Railroad McCausland Osborne

Lowell letter carrier held on embezzlement charges

John O. Macready a Lowell letter carrier was held in 2000 dollars yesterday for appearance at the December term of the district court. He is charged with embezzling letters 323 and 75 postal cards addressed to other people were found in his house.

John O. Macready Lowell

Ward on Trial in Grand Larceny Case Over $71,800 Check

Prosecutor details Ward's alleged scheme involving a $71,800 certified check tied to a $75,000 uncertified instrument. James D. Fish testifies with glare at Ward as witness prep and bank actions are described. The case centers on grand larceny from Marine Bank through manipulation of checks and overdrafts.

New York Ward Martine James D. Fish Marine Bank First National Bank General Grant John H. Carr Grant & Ward Carr Seligman’s Erie Company Grant J. D. Fisu Benj. Fish Fish

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