Provincetown Seaport Buzz as Whale Arrives in Port
Ancient Provincetown nights glow as a whaler sails in with 160 barrels of sperm oil. A sunburnt crew and awaiting sweethearts set a buoyant mood while local readers note sharp editorial jabs at Gov Sprague and praise for a temporary columnist’s bold charges.
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Postmaster Conly and Southern Republicans Draw Fire
The National attacks postmaster general Gresham as a damned scoundrel while Republicans in Atlanta resent removal of Post Master Conly and subordinates. A National editorial is reprinted, and a private letter from Mr Justice Field praises Tilden as a Democratic leader, urging southern support and Mississippi improvements and a cotton tax refund.
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France tightens arms trade in Tonquin region
The French government informs Washington that to curb arms to Annam after Tonquin occupation it will block shipments and search suspected vessels in the gulf. France enforces a 1874 treaty ban on arms imports and exports. Separate items note revenue totals, treasury holdings, and upcoming personnel changes in postal and railway offices.
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Charge D'Affaires
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Dr. Green Testifies on Western Union Wages Before Senate Subcom
New York September 3 Senate sub committee on labor and education resumes hearings. Dr Norvin Green testifies on Western Union Telegraph pay noting operators earn 10 percent commission plus salary. He compares London telegraph service favorably, cites corporate profit motive, and argues stockholders may use profits as dividends. He calls strikes a failure and says loyalty assists advancement.
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New England Fair Opens With Strong Stock Show
Manchester reports a busy prep day as entries pour in and stock arrives. Thoroughbred stock totals exceed 500 head with 180 Jerseys and 40 Holsteins among breeds. Opening day program includes an address by Geo B. Loring, bicycle races, and a parade, with Gov Butler expected Thursday.
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Receiver Appointed in Cazin Vermont Copper Case
In Orange county chancery Judge Rowell allowed an amendment to the bill praying for a receiver. Hon. S. M. Gleason of Thetford was named receiver to take possession of all company property including mines furnaces buildings and land in Windsor and the Goddard mine in Corinth with tools and papers of Goddard & Cazin. Bonds set at $10,000.
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Dinner for Lord Chief Justice Coleridge in Portland
Hon. C Strout and Hon. W L Putnam hosted a Cumberland Bar Association dinner at the Falmouth house for Lord Chief Justice Coleridge of England and party. About 35 attendees included Elliott F Shepard and the Lord Bishop of Fredericton among leading lawyers. a toast and response followed with the justice delivering a satisfied speech.
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England
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New York
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Bonney
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Southwestern freight pool meeting to decide route in Continental Sugar suit
Chicago on September 3 representatives from roads in the southwestern freight pool will meet tomorrow to determine the pool s course regarding the Continental Sugar Refining Company of Boston suit. The suit tests whether the commissioner may divert freight billed to one road to another within the pool to balance freight percentages.
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Continental Sugar Refining Company of
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Northwest cities vie in grand welcome to Northern Pacific
St Paul and Minneapolis rivaled as 350 guests, led by President Villard, gathered to drive the golden spike. Processions, arches, and lavish illuminations showcased the cities' vast business and urban pride. General Grant reviewed the lineup while fireworks lit the Mississippi night. President Arthur's party also passed through, drawing cheers.
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Garden of Eden
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Institute Fair Opens With Strong Progress and Plans
The Institute Fair construction advances rapidly with interior changes and machinery in place. The Women’s Department reports readiness with 300 exhibits, two shifts to care for goods, and a dedicated executive committee parlor. Gov. Butler, Gov. Jarvis, and Gen. Walker are slated to speak. Rev. Hale to invoke blessing.
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North Carolina
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West
Francis A. Walker
Reevyes
American Band of Providence
Women’s Department
Fair
H. L. J. Wolcott
Yellow fever cases rise at Pensacola navy yard
Reports from Pensacola Florida on September 3 recount one new yellow fever case at the naval yard and one death, that of Dr Bosso. Bosso had previously promoted miraculous cures with endorsements from many residents. Pensacola remains described as healthy.
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Comets, elections, and a rail tragedy across the era
In Chicago Caspari Zeas fail for 39000. Prof Brooks locates a round tailess comet. Panama presidential vote shows Nunes victorious by a large majority. Hanging Rock pacing horse and trainer Frank Mason die in a Wabash railroad crash. Middlesex superior court opens in Lowell with Judge Barker presiding. Various police, court, and maritime notes follow along with other scattered local and national updates.
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Letter to Benj F Butler Questions Tax Law in Mass
A Great Barrington reader asks if a Massachusetts law allows fire districts to tax non-property holders for fire taxes and street lamps. He cites letters sent six to eight months ago and seeks Butler’s response and confirmation that his missives reached him. He expresses support for Butler and hope for a 1884 presidential run.
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Boston Press Club Members Sail Gov Butler Yacht America
About 30 members of the Boston Press club enjoyed a afternoon voyage on Gov Butler s yacht America by invitation of E C Carrigan. The party sailed from the harbor to Hotel Pemberton, dined there, watched illuminations and fireworks, then returned to the city by steamboat. Capt James Reed led the yacht and will host another Carrigan guests trip to the Isles of Shoals on Wednesday.
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Ocean
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Vine Cafe
Arlington Houses
Funeral of Count de Chambord Draws French Royalists
From Frohsdorf to Goritz and on to Castagna Vizza the funeral cortege for the Count de Chambord drew thousands of royalists and workers from Paris Lyons and Brittany. The Count de Paris yielded precedence to the deceased's kin and the ceremony featured mass at Frohsdorf and a pontifical procession amid public mourning.
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Suburban Matters Arrests and Local Officials Across Several Cities
Detectives Drohan and Thomas with Canton officers arrested Charles W. Riley and Barney McCabe on a felonious assault warrant tied to Julia Mulligan of Stoughton. Riley posted $3,000 for a future court appearance. Newton names Daniel M. Hammond city marshal. Lynn ponders water supply funding and infrastructure upgrades. Various court actions and municipal appropriations populate the area news brief.
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McCabe
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North Eaton
Daly's Company at the Park presents 7-20-5 in season opener
Daly's company at the Park theatre revival of last season's hit 7-20-5 drew praise for its bright comedy and strong cast led by Corliss Drew Bargiss and Fielding. Performances also noted Chanfrau at the Boston in Kit The Arkansas Traveller and a bustling Variety program at the Howard with acts by G Richmond Eliott Zittella Magee and Allen.
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Scceceeserss
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Lewis
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Miss Fielding
Miss Dreher
Mr. Leclercq
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Rehan
the Howard
Harry G. Richmond
Ferritti
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Henry Vaugan
Animal Kingdom
Zittella
Magee and
Allen
Star Route 4
Keating
Sands
Charles Burke
Harry Richmond
Nantasket Beach Illumination Falls Short of Last Year
Nantasket Beach annual illumination faced strong wind that marred the display. Crowds flocked to the coast as steamboats and rail excursions carried celebrants to view the firelit shoreline. Hotels and yachts joined the spectacle with fireworks and colored fires, though some sites like Hotel Pemberton offered limited lighting amid safety concerns.
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Col
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Jerusalem Road
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J. B. Moors
Black Rock House
Samuel J. Byrne
Crescent Beach
Green Hill
Fitchburg Railroad President Willon S Stearns Dies at Marblehead
Willon S. Stearns, 56, president of the Fitchburg railroad, died at Clifton House grounds Marblehead on Sunday Sept 1 after a long illness from Brights disease. A native of Charlestown he rose from civil engineer to superintendent and then president guiding major projects including Vermont and Massachusetts leasing Hoosac tunnel and consolidated line plans. He left a widow and four children. Other deaths noted include Madison B E Cutts former Iowa attorney general and congressman, Master William Leagitt of Salem, Mary Jane Crosby, Rev Joseph Barberot Alstead Catherine Hutchinson and Hon Jason Downer ex judge Wisconsin.
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New York
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York
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Quincy
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Jefferson College
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Indianapolis
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Colon
Aspinwall
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Peru
Prado
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Nicholas Pierola
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Fitchburg Railroad
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Marblehead
Charlestown
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Salem
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Vermont and Massachusetts Railroad
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Troy
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Iowa
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Orwell
Poweshiek County
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Hingham
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Crosby
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Dartmouth Medical College
Hanover
N. H
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Catherine P. Hutchinson
Salisbury
Nashua
Jason Downer
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Creditors Meet Over Wright Worster Firm Insolvency
A creditors meeting at 60 Devonshire street examines a committee report detailing direct liabilities of Wright Worster Co and related firms. It notes large losses from speculative ventures by John Worster, an assignment to Lester Goodwin for creditors, and split recommendations to settle Wright Worster Co and Wright Worster Delano separately.
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Niles & Carr
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Devonshire Street
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Daeteses
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Lester Goodwin
Delano
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Worster & Co
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