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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1883
Page
1
The prize fight between Slade and Mitchell is canceled. The Knights of Labor US plan a September session in Cincinnati lasting several days.
A special despatch reports southern politicians gathering at the Arlington hotel to discuss taking control of the GOP in the South from orthodox organizations. Asserted leaders include Gen. Mahone and other figures, with warnings about adventurers and a cautious stance from Postmaster General Gresham and Commissioner Dudley. The piece notes Mahone’s focus on Virginia politics and mentions a broader inquiry into party realignment and potential actions by federal officials.
A Newfoundland report from August 31 describes a violent gale on the Great Banks Sunday that sank numerous dories and cost 60 to 80 lives. US and Canadian vessels report wreckage amid widespread fleet losses, with several schooners and brigs driven ashore and no survivors aboard some vessels.
A Despatch from Vardee Norway reports the steamer Obi arrived with Dutch Arctic expedition members from the Varna which sank July 14 in 71.4 N 63 E. The Dijmphna icebound near Waigatz all winter. Obi crew rescued the Varna crew Aug 25. They will sail to Hammerfest aboard Nordenskjold.
Special correspondence describes Boston capital's rail expansion from the Aurora Branch 12 miles to a vast Chicago, Burlington and Quincy system. The journey from Chicago climbs through Iowa to the Missouri River and Plattermouth Bridge, through Lincoln to the Republican Valley, noting cowboys, Indians, Coronado lore, and a final glimpse of Denver.
Freight and valuables are now forwarded by express companies nationwide with safety and dispatch. A recent improvement by American Express enables money transfer via telegraph across 4000 offices, allowing a customer to deposit funds and have the transfer completed almost instantly to a chosen office or delivered to a local address, already boosting business in this city.
In Portland James Conly 55 was killed Friday by a rock falling in a sewer. James Dolan a hackman died Friday at his Washington street home amid conflicting statements over a horse trading dispute. Coffin refused to repay Dolan $5 after trading horses. during a scuffle Dolan pulled a horse, was thrown, and allegedly struck by Coffin. Dolan’s death blamed on a sudden brain rush per post mortem. he leaves a widow and one child.
Progress continues on the institute fair preparations. Exhibits from Tennessee and a large foreign display are being arranged, with the North Carolina and southern shows prominent. The opening program includes Gov. Butler and Maj. McWhirter, with the National Lancers and Jackson Guards, and a mix of literary and musical events.
Prof F H Johnson of the Andover Theological Seminary reports the accidental death of Prof Stuart Phelps at Moosehead Lake Bar Harbor Maine. Phelps was shot while placing a gun in a canoe. the buckshot struck his heart and killed him instantly. The body was brought to Bangor for embalming before shipment to Northampton.
In Newport Vermont a Southeastern railroad engine was seized by attackers tied to Fairbanks interests. Sheriff Bowley had kept watch as two men Eugene and Flemming were overpowered in the cab. The assailants joined two engines and fled toward Richford with watchmen recovering only afterward.
Pittsburg glass workers report they will not accept the Chicago manufacturers wage reduction of 10 to 20 percent. Secretary Gessner says the men prepared to strike, with treasury funds to sustain six months to a year. Workers expect manufacturers to back down to avoid losing trade.
In New York on August 31 Charles S. Fischer Jr a piano maker physician and organist at the Church of Apostles and head of the Choir society vanished claiming a trip to France and asking his brother to sell his furniture Edith Griswold a 19 year old daughter wrote she would not return home creating a scandal in local musical circles as Fischer and Miss Griswold had close ties despite unknowns about the cause.
Old Orchard Maine hosts a grand carnival drawing thousands with thirty three special trains from Boston and Maine railroad. A grand procession showcased local business enterprise and the beach illumination capped a day of attractions and crowds in Biddeford and Saco.
In Monicia Indiana Aug 31 Kate Clark daughter of David Buchanan prepared to wed when an officer announced groom Simon Marshall was wanted in Portland for stealing. Marshall slipped away before the ceremony and has not been heard from since leaving the stunned guests and clergyman.
Plymouth Mass August 31 grand jury indicts Asa B Baker of Brockton for the wilful murder of his wife on July 29 The indictment will be certified to the supreme court and Baker will be brought before that court in October If he pleads not guilty trial time will be set and counsel assigned
In Detroit Michigan the Texas cattle fever outbreak has infected an entire milk herd in the western city district with several animals dead. A herd of 41 steers owned by a Genesee county farmer, bought for feeding two weeks ago, has also fallen to the disease with five fatalities.
In Annapolis on August 31 the hazing trial of cadets began with the case against Cadet Trapnell called first. Reported confusion in the opening session included garbled wording as the proceedings started and a cadet named Seng Gadel was mentioned in error.
A Boston to Buzzard's Bay passenger train of seven cars suffered a dramatic accident when the forward portion detached and halted at a drawbridge. The rear section slammed into the stationary segment, telestoping a car and shattering doors. The brakeman barely escaped as the platform he stood on was destroyed. passengers sustained only slight bruises.
In Cincinnati on August 31 Charles Beitman & Co. sue in attachment in the superior court to recover 11 405 387 on three promissory notes alleging McKenzie disposed of property to defraud creditors. Affidavits indicate McKenzie Manufacturing Co Cincinnati National Bank and American Harnesses hold his property. William Amer & Co and Richard Wooley filed separate attachments for 5 567 07 and 8 253 91 respectively. Lucius Bebee & Sons of Boston filed a similar petition for 6 152.
Deputy Coroner Dr. Conway reported John Smith died from a fractured occipital bone likely caused by a club blow. The injury occurred Wednesday night while in Policeman McNamara of the Elizabeth Street station's custody. Coroner Kennedy called the case clear murder and stated no bail for the police officer.
In Concord on August 31 a stranger has been seen tapping at the windows of A. B. Alcott's home at night. When questioned he offers no explanation and departs silently. Police patrols fail to catch him, and Mr. Alcott has offered a reward for the culprit's apprehension.
Lewis H. Benson, 60, was kicked by a horse at Clinton on Friday and sustained a compound fracture of the left leg. He was admitted to a Massachusetts hospital. James McGee, 9, of 4 Barton court, fell onto a railroad track in the Lowell freight yard Friday, fracturing his left forearm. He was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital and later returned home.
In Montreal on August 31 the ball and supper given to Captain Wallace and the Vandalia’s officers by Windsor hotel guests drew elite society and their circle. The event stood out as one of the finest of its kind witnessed locally.
New York August 31 The Sun answers a correspondent by asserting that Mr Samuel J Tilden will not accept a presidential nomination and that the claim rests on the authority of a man described as a gentle man named Samuel J Tilden.
Judge Green of Akron visits Dr. Moore in Lynn with family while Lynn city official Charles Hilton suffers rheumatic eye pain. Resignation of Gideon Blasland, night inspector at the customs house, is accepted. Prof. L K R Sherwin receives a gold watch from the New England assembly. P C Mazoomdar of India to speak on religious reform in Concord Unitarian church next Sunday at 4 PM. he recently lectured across England and arrived in America days ago. Rev. Montgomery A Throop Jr., ex-New York press man, accepts assistant rectorship at Church of the Messiah Boston and will preach Sundays. Passenger list from steamer Kuman from Philadelphia includes Bonsall, Darling, Miss Elliott, Tompkinson family, Stetson, Miss Kirkpatrick, and others arriving Friday in the city.
A string of fires across multiple cities Friday caused various losses. In South Boston Mrs. Jessie Hall’s home on F street suffered minor damage estimated at 50 dollars. A grass fire in Back Bay’s park was contained by Division 10. Lynn woods near Pine Hill burned, and a barn and outbuildings including a wagon and tools burned at Cold Spring City, totaling about 150 dollars loss. A hay fire at Magazine street, Newton, and a large stable fire in Philadelphia caused substantial damage, estimated around 10 thousand dollars. Bridgeport’s Marcelin chemical works burned, with losses in buildings and stock near 63 thousand dollars. An attempted arson at Mary Fletcher hospital Burlington destroyed outbuildings for 3.5 thousand dollars. Fairfield chemical works in New Haven suffered about 200 thousand dollars in losses with 30 Western Union lines down. The BeNeville City foundry in St Louis and Kilbourne estate in Lewiston also burned with losses. North Andover Centre and Gosport flour mill fires added to the day’s tally.
A New York incorporated company aims to build independent telegraph and cable lines in the United States Canada and across the Atlantic. Backed by capitalists it plans to recognize labor rights with thirteen incorporators including Eugene J O Connor Charles E Chute and Thomas W Green of Boston. The Citizens and Telegraphers National Union Telegraph and Cablegram Company seeks 5 million in capital with $25 shares and safeguards on stock limits. The main office will be New York City with branches in Boston Chicago Washington Charleston New Orleans San Francisco and others. Books open Sept 15 1883 and construction begins when $200 000 is subscribed. Bonds equal to authorized capital stock bear 6 percent interest for 20 years and are paired with non negotiable stock until earnings permit dividends.
In Gallatin Missouri on August 31, Mrs Zerilda Samuels mother of the James boys testified that the last sight of Frank James before meeting him at Independence was seven years prior when Sheriff Broome shot at him. Other witnesses said Frank stayed with relatives in 1881 and returned from Texas before being seen yesterday in jail. Frank James denied taking part in the Winston train robbery and said he tried to dissuade his brother.
Members will visit the Arnold Arboretum in West Roxbury on Saturday. Prof. O Shea will lecture for the South Boston Irish National League at Montgomery Hall next Thursday. The ninth anniversary of St Augustine's Church dedication on Dorchester Street will be observed Sunday. The Shawmut Rowing Club regatta occurs on September 6 at the South Bay course. The Massachusetts Club meets at Young's Hotel today at 2 30 P M. Tremont Temple services resume Sunday with Rev F M Ellis. The Y M C A excursions begin next Wednesday to places of interest including the American Electric Light Company works in the Mechanics Fair building.
Dr Joseph Williams city physician in the Bunker Hill district was arrested on a warrant served by Sergt Cain for an indecent assault on a 12 year old girl in his office. He reportedly admits the crime and offers liquor as an excuse. Williams aged about 35, unmarried, from Montreal, is engaged to a local woman.
The Foreign exhibition building shows much work completed with Washington hall looking fair. Goods arrive rapidly but customs delays at Boston and New York hamper unpacking and setup. Deputy Collector Fiske assists, yet many packages lack proper papers from Washington. Imports include Toledo blades, arms from Spain, and items from Venezuela, Ceylon, Guatemala, England, Germany, East Indies and Holland. The Japanese refreshment room will feature hand painted panels, silk paintings, and a Turkish sheik’s tent with a Euphrates coffee tent flair.
K F Fletcher Co bakers Lowell owes $4089 liabilities total $15366 with 2000 endorsements. Higgins of William D Lewis Co Boston prepared statement. Creditors for W E Parker Co report offer of 23 cents on dollar accepted. Inever Tracy Waltham dealer, W C Clisby Boothbay Me has dealings with creditors at 17 cents on dollar.
In municipal court Judge Adams hears Henry B. Adams charged with larceny of 60 Baltimore and Ohio Railroad tickets valued around 1500 dollars. Cyrus W. Scott, former B and O ticket agent, testified he loaned Adams 1000 dollars in November 1882 with the tickets as collateral, paying monthly interest until June 1883, when the arrangement ended after an office change. Scott said he was sent by George O. Fogg and noted Adams had railroad experience with the Hoosac Tunnel line.
The trip today will delight the little folks as the season’s final view of bay and harbor points. Sunday’s voyage goes along the north Shore, Monday offers a fishing trip, and Monday evening a limited passenger voyage gives a chance to see Nantasket’s brilliant illuminations.
Capt R W Huntington and colleagues return from leave while Lieut Col C D Hebb and carpenter C P Carter gain 30 days leave. Buchupaiba.’ Quick complete care targets kidney and urinary diseases. $1. Reliable G O Taylor Bourbon advertised in bottles from grocers and druggists.
Keene fire department with a band and many veterans welcomed the victorious Phenix Hose company from Portsmouth at the muster. The Pinafore excursion boat on its last trip from Weirs to Lake Village collided with the Minneola in Weirs channel, suffering a hole in its side. Both boats were crowded but no injuries reported.
Jessie Town, who suffered severe injuries in a carriage accident a few days earlier, died Friday in Stowe according to local reports. The death follows the fatal incident that left Town seriously injured.
H O B Nichols of Holliston, missing since July 21, writes he will soon be in London. Funeral services held at Andover for Emma Gould, Kittie Safford, and Greenough Thayer drowned at Wells Beach. Springfield reports Mrs. Clemina Merritt, 65, fatally injured after jumping from an attic window. Also mentions Edward Wheeler ill at Lake Pleasant and a suicide at Ballou House in North Adams. A Sayings Bank book for 60 dollars and a Christian Reichel alias from Scotia, N Y, are noted.
The American Institute of Architects toured the old Stone Mill and other Newport structures Friday morning and held their annual dinner at the Casino at 2 o'clock. Judge Colt of the United States district court in Providence issued a summons to G. P. Pomeroy, recently named assignee of the Quidnick company by the state superior court, to appear Saturday and show cause why he should not be enjoined from further acting as such assignee.
John A. Moran of Norwich 27 attempted death by own action in New Haven Friday due to business troubles. The notorious Wes Allen was arrested at Union depot New Haven on the charge of picking pockets from John McDermott of South Brooklyn. Gov Thomas J Jarvis of North Carolina accepted invitation to visit New Haven after Boston fair. He will be in the city Sept 10 and attend a public reception at Niantic.
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