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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 04, 1886

Page

8

Blaine Advocates Protection in Maine Address

Skowhegan Me September 3 The Hon James G Blaine addressed a large meeting tracing the shift from free trade to protection since 1856 highlighting Maine wealth growth and wages He denounces Dakota exclusion from statehood as Democratic motive and calls for a clear protection versus free trade issue with conventions and lectures planned across the state.

Skowhegan James G. Blaine Somerset Friendshp Gots Blaine Maine Somerset County Great Northwest New Jersey Pennsylvania South Dakota Union Kota Free States Northwest Demococratic Party Rocky Mountains Pacific Democratic House of Representatives Laken

Laying Out Tilt Campaign in Shaky OCR Text

The readable fragments describe a political tilt campaign with mentions of Coxcu, a vehicle or vehicular state, and internal planning notes. Names and full details are obscured by OCR errors, leaving a partial outline of strategy and key actors.

Dakota Granite State Prohibitionists

Conventions and Nominations in Early September

New Haven delegates elected tonight favor Lounsbury for Governor with sixty of sixty eight pledged. Prominent figures include N. D. Sperry Lyde Harrison George D Watrous and Charles A Baldwin. Democrats nominate Barnlett Osgood Hayes in New Hampshire and Charles S George in Barnstead for Senator. General Marsh bolters back Enosburgh Falls seat amid prior alliance with Democrats. Senator Five addressed Waterville Missouri voters as Blaine received a hotel serenade after a railroad setback.

New New Haven Hartford N. D. Sperry Lyde Harrison George D. Watrous Watrous Consolidated Road Charles A Baldwin Lounsbury New Laven County Sas P. C. Lounsbury Ridgefield Mancherstrer N. H John P. Barnlett Etary Alpheus C. Osgood Charles C. Hayes Concorn Pittsfeld Chasles S. George Barnstead Lycnrgus Pitman North Conway Gratton St. Arpans Doug Marsh Enosburgh Waterville Senator Five Prue Blaine

Martin Ehrlacher 51 Dies at Massachusetts General Hospital

Martin Ehrlacher of Ipswich aged 51 died yesterday at Massachusetts General Hospital from Bright's disease. Born in Alsace he came to America as a child and led the receiving department at Jordan Marsh Co for 30 years. Funeral planned in Ipswich. His employers recall him as honest, faithful, and loyal, noting he handled vast shipments.

Martin Ehrlacher Massachusetts General Hospital Bright Ehrlacher Alsace Jordan, Marsh & Co Ipswich Europe Tim Boston

Dr Charles Dudley Homans death ends era for Boston medicine

Dr Charles Dudley Homans a renowned Boston physician died in Bar Harbor Maine after a long illness tied to a childhood instrument injury. Born 1826 in Brookfield he studied at Harvard and Harvard Medical School before practicing in Boston. He led in surgery and medicine, held multiple presidencies in medical societies, and left a large professional legacy along with a family including wife and son Dr John Homans. The funeral plans were to be announced in Boston.

Charles Dudley Homans Bar Harbor City Dr. Homans Brookfield Joan Homans Homans Bunker Will Harvard College Child Harvard Calvin Ellis United States George F. Hoar George F. Lane Charles New England Boston City Hospital Massachusetts Medieval Society Massachusetts Humane Locksty Charitable Eye and Ear Infirmary Boston Dispersary Channing Home Federal Street Boston -Ying-In Hospital The Obstetrical Society Society For Medical Improvement Bunker Hil Anche Ilemans Iomans Anke ‘Hter Samuel KK. Peet Tie John of Omans John Homans Wens Wit Mt. Deset Marlboro Street King’s Chapel

ROUND THE MAHOGANY The Seventh District Political Scene

A rambling analysis of political dining clubs and temperance debates in the Seventh District. Mentions Young's, the Old Guard, and party machinery. Notes Everett Maiden split, George E. Smith and A. H. Evans as contenders, with Mrs. Smith favored by some. Judge Thayer’s court focus and a wary view of Western Massachusetts delegates amidst factional strife.

Malden Everett George E. Smith A. H. Evans Maiden Mr Smith

Fisheries Question Drives Seventh District Politics and Elections

The Gloucester area faces a pivotal race where fisheries policy dominates plans for a Congressman. Local leaders from both parties insist the winner must defend fishing ports, shipbuilding, saltmaking, and related industries, urging unity to persuade Republicans and Democrats alike.

Gloucester Lory Cape Ann Canada Congress Maine Severn Massachusetts

Non-Partisan Temperance Conference Call in Worcester

A Worcester proclamation invites non partisan temperance allies across Massachusetts to a September 16 meeting at Mechanics Hall. Leaders vow non partisan aims, urging unity to enforce laws and suppress liquor traffic, with prominent citizens pledging cooperation and support.

Worcester Friends of Temperance Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commonwealth Mechanics’ Hall Friends of Terperance Cnard O. Mears Piedmont Concreational Church EF. Posdiek Fitchburg Charles Witherby Milford Ce. Bvails. sCtorton Buck Millbury William Claim Boston Charle Woodworth Watertown Daniel Dorkhester M. E. Cauren Chelsea J. H. Twombly Etthureh Waertown B.B. Johnson Waltham Bo Jewell Sammel A. Pratt Pierce Herd Pason Quincy S. Ir. Morse Uoideis

Governor Rollason and Noted Figures Head Nonpartisan Conference

Governor Rollason ex-Governor Long and General John L Swift are expected to peak at the nonpartisan temperance conference in Worcester on September 16. Reports note congressional progress and a push by Lon. amid a religious boom. Prohibition quarters list Milford Athol Southboro Northboro Waltham Monson Paxton Freetown Enfield Cummington Uxbridge Manchester and 126 towns reporting. sixth Middlesex senatorship ties to district politicians amid lively local activity.

Rollason Long John L. Swift Worester Toten Young’s Hotel Tate Lon Hingham Milford Athol Southboro Northboro Waltham Monson Paxton Freetown Enfield Cummington Uxbridge Manchester Jrom Middlesex Poe

Corinthian sailors race fills Marblehead harbor

The Corinthian Yacht Club sailed the postponed Aug 25 regatta off Marblehead amid lively harbor activity for Beverly Yacht Club day. Winds were good and prizes of 10 and 5 were awarded across classes, with detailed results noting boats like Atalanta and Leona and multiple keels and centerboard divisions.

Corinthian Yacht Club Marblehead Beverly Yacht Club

Harbor Police Reorganize Patrols Add Territory in Boston

The Boston Police Board shifts harbor duties entirely to water patrols and adds the eighth division’s territory to the first. Harbor Master George F. Gould remains honorary captain, with eighteen harbor police to man the Battery Street station. Transfers include Lieutenant Byron F. Braydon moving to the first division and Lieutenant Orison Little to the ninth, expanding Captain Dawson’s unit into the city’s largest division.

Commu Boston Harbor Eighth Police Board of Police George F. Gould Boston Harbor Police Battery Street Louis W. Swan Fhve North Jind Orvison Little Police Department City OF Police Department Faneuil Hall Square Faneuil Hall Quincy Markets South Market Atlantic Avenue T Wharf Charles River Bridge Charles River Channel Boston & Maine Eastern Causeway Portland Hanover Union Streets Cross Street Inner Harbor Outer Harbor County of Suffolk Battery Wharf Battery Commercial Streets Orison Little Wilhelm C. Downing S Ofice Byron F. Braydon Patrolomen Willam H. Cogan Janes Barns Withar J. Burnett George Hererty Willem McCarthy Robert £ Smith Patrick Bench Benjamin A. Durein James F. Johnson Jerémah Brien Patrick McGahey John Doyle Eerard KiGna Keny James V. Welch Robert G. Philpots Tre Teenth Willan W. Richardson Johi.j. Leary Daniel Fo Becan Brénche Tour Aionze Barna Conniri Vhagher Fonce Ore Degoid Loxis Mr. Swan Sereeants Patrick Houghton, Jr Charles Il Tighe John Fr. O Lala David Fo Geary Dheineer Nephen Heustin George H. Adams Jules Russell John W. Jackson Edward A. Pease Han A Merteen Som Shiddicton Peter Kominith Nicholas Fallon John J. Murphy Thomas, Connor Broix S.pearnme Merk Little Charlestown Roxbury Bragdon Ile North End Captain Dawson

Forty Eighth Massachusetts Veterans Reunion at Revere Beach

At Revere Beach yesterday the Forty Eighth Massachusetts veterans held their annual reunion with Captain Tede presiding. Lieutenant Morrison was elected vice president and Joseph Eaton secretary, Samuel Brookins treasurer. Four members died in the past year. The regiment, from Essex County, served thirteen months in the Civil War, attached to the Nineteenth Army Corps. About 700 served and 400 returned. attendance near 100. Next reunion voted for Ipswich. Afternoon included a dinner chaired by Captain Todd. notable attendees included Colonel Eben Stone and several officers and ex-prisoners from Poulsonville and other war sites.

Forty-Eighth Massachusetts Revere Beach Forty-eighth Massachusetts Regment Tede Charles Morrison Joseph W. Eaton Samuel Brookins Essex County Buat Nneteenth Army Corps Ipswich Todd Aone Eben F. Stone Yeorick Hurd

Grand Army of Massachusetts Appeals Aid for Charleston Calamity

Richard P. Tobin, commander of the Grand Army of Massachusetts, calls on posts to raise charitable contributions for Charleston S C after a recent disaster. He urges special meetings to collect funds and send relief to the distressed sister city, highlighting the order's ready charity.

Grand Army Richard P. Tobin Grand Army of Massachusetts Headiearters Department Massachusetts Repblic Charlestony S. C.o Blues F.C R. F. Toes D. C

Merrimack Chemical Strike at North Woburn

Merrimack Chemical Works suffers a strike not for pay or hours but over workers dictating manager hiring. The firm says orders are met, positions filled as vacancies appear, and employees are not subjected to violence. Strikers watch approaches to the works and entice men back seeking work while the company remains firm in its resolve.

Merrimack Chemis North Woburn

Knights Templar Pilgrimage Returns to Boston Tour

The Knights Templar of Boston and other commanderies with ladies, led three years after Eminent Sir John L. Stevenson, embarked yesterday on their third annual pilgrimage. Over 100 ladies and Sir Knights left Old Colony station at 3:40 PM bound for New York Fall River line. They will sail City of Albany for banquet at 2 PM Saturday, visit Saratoga Sunday, then proceed to Lake George Ausable Chasm Lake Champlain Burlington Vt and return to Boston by September 8.

Knights Templar Boston John L. Stevenson California Old Colony New York Fall River Hudson City of Albany Saratoga Lake George Ausable Chasin Lake Champlain Burlington

Cruelty to Servants to Refuse them in this hot weather

A report notes alleged cruelty to servants who were denied aid amid extreme heat, with focus on the Pear line’s actions and the ensuing public complaint.

Mensman Beptonized Beef Tonic Promoted by Caswell Co

An 19th century patent medicine advertisement touts Mensman s peptonized beef tonic as the sole beef preparation preserving full nutrient properties. It claims blood building and life sustaining effects for indigestion nervous debility and exhaustion linked to pulmonary illness. Caswell Hazard Co New York sells through druggists.

Mensman Caswell, Hazard & Co New York

The Autocrat's House Boston Letter on Dr Holmes Home

A Boston letter to the World details Dr Oliver Wendell Holmes's house a brown stone three story residence filled with books and family heirlooms. The study holds portraits of Miss Dorothy Quincy and a carved oak clock with a storied 1738 origin bought for Thomas Hancock later restored by Oliver Wendell Holmes.

Boston N.Y. World Hogarth Dr. Holmes George Wharton Edwards J. Hopkinton Smith Igck Holmes Dorothy Quincy Oquiney General Gage Dorothy Rex Miss Dorothy Sr. Holmes Marmaduke Storrs London Bridge Thomas Hancock John Hancock Massachusetts Holmeses Cambridge Oliver Wendell Holmes

Bly Ste Agricultural Society fair entries close September 6

The coming Bly Ste Agricultural Society fair livestock entries will close on Monday September 6. the domestic department closes later, with Oxon not closing. The notice references various local items, meetings, and events around the city, including inspections and other civic matters.

Bly Ste Agricultural Society Oxon O'Brien Annie S State Street Qererviels

Amery Family Reunion At Tremont Temple Discussed

The Amery family plans a reunion at Melcnnon Hall Tremont Temple 78 Tremont Street. A business meeting is set for 5 PM with dinner at 2 PM. Mr Emery Cleaves heads dinner arrangements as the genealogy committee reports progress. President to be present 9 to 11 PM to display records. members urged to bring or copy family records. Secretary is Thomas J. Emery of 3 Congress Street.

Amery Tremont Temple Tremont Street Torsday South 4 Emery Cleaves Thomas J. Emery Congress Street

Striking copper stop trimmers threaten wider delay at Squire & Co

Thirty trimmers at John P. Squire & Co. pork packing East Cambridge refuse to return without higher wages. Four men at work cannot meet demand as cooperage supplies run short. Office asks strikers to do other tasks. Knights of Labor feared to be targeted next Tuesday if no wage increase is granted.

John P. Squire & Co East Cambridgwe Ofice Nieder Knights of Labor Wayes

Notices from Boston Churches and Associations

Cortyuers Avenue services at 10:30 am led by Rev. A. A. Minet DD with Sunday school at 12:16. Boston Common Young Men's Christian Association meeting at 8:30 pm with Rev. George A. Cramford addressing. Bible class at Boylston Street near Berkeley at 9:15 am. Song service at 4:30 pm with Rev. J. Ed. Richardson speaking. Tremont Temple Stranger's Sabbath Home with Rev. Embry J. Haynes at 10:30 am on Our Business in Boston and 7:30 pm Vacation Memories of Good. Sabbath school at 9:00 am.

de Thocer Tie Ward Meionaon Emory d. Haynes Tremont ‘Temple Hudson River Pourhkeepsie Boston Cortyuers Avenue Érsalist Cruzen A. A. Minet Opes Boston Common Pand Boston Young Men's Christian Association George Aa. Cramford Mary Associat Boyiston Berkeley J. Ed. Richardson Tremont Temple fStranger Embry J. Haynes

Street Railway Workers Face Pay Reforms and Strike Threats

President Powers of the Consolidated Street Railway issues an order raising pay for two year plus conductors and drivers while newer employees receive lower rates. About 240 Middlesex and 275 Highland workers affected. potential strike if objections ignored. Union concerns cite breach of prior labor agreements and past reinstatement practices with reduced pay.

Powers Consolidated Street Railway Company Highland Street Railway Company Middlesex Railroad Company Knights of Labor Middlesex Road Newa Middlesex Highland Ee Powers School Street Sevilay Meg Lks Aale

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