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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1887
Page
5
The Hon. George H. Dewey of Michigan offers views on railroad monopolies and competitive practices. He weighs in amid ongoing debates sparked by New Hampshire political action and claims regarding railroad influence on rates and market access.
The Hon. George M. Dewey of Michigan argues against unifying state railroads under one system. He cites competition as keeps rates fair, cites Michigan examples, and urges three distinct systems to balance power and protect local interests.
One hundred six members of the Veteran Volunteer Fireman's Association led by Cappa's Seventh Regiment Band depart New York for San Francisco this morning. Prominent businessmen and politicians ride amid flags and public ovations as they travel by steamer via the Panama route.
In Minnavukesi on the Goge bic range five hundred miners strike over two months wages in arrears. They threaten to flood the Bourne Iron King Valley Blue Jacket and First National mines, part of the John E Burton property, now under transfer to the Bessemer iron syndicate led by ex Senator Stephen Dorsey with New York capitalists directing.
Bank Examiner Richards asks depositors to bring books for comparison with the Saco and Biddeford Savings Institution ledgers. So far every entry agrees, and officials doubt any prior embezzlement through false entries before the wholesale robbery.
Washington September 5 The conference at Oak View will shape the Democratic House policy for winter with Fairchild Randall Mills and Carlisle attending. The contested election case over George H Thobe versus Carlisle in Kentucky opened with Carlisle representing himself and Thobe’s counsel present. A 500000 pound paper contract for internal revenue stamps was awarded to Fairchild Paper Company of East Pepperill Massachusetts at 715 cents per pound.
Vice-President Spencer stated there is no plan for the Baltimore & Ohio to join Pennsylvania Railroad or Reading and will continue as an independent line. No sales of telegraphic or sleeping car systems are planned unless the board sees benefit. Garrett remains president. stock closed weak at 147 after opening 148, lowest in years. Spencer heads to New York. syndicate to use influence only as needed.
The Globe delivers the first city showing of René a romantic drama of old fashioned intrigue. William Redmund and Mrs. Thomas Barry lead as Fené and the Duchess d Armonville amid a lively if undistinguished cast with encores and floral gifts from an eager audience.
Ottawa Illinois September 5 The Supreme Court opens tomorrow for the fall term with cases of condemned Chicago Anarchists. A 6 to 1 tilt is believed to affirm the lower court sentence. It is not known who will write the opinion but may be Justice Magruder or Justice Craig.
Asa R. Bryant, 36, employed at West & Calderwood's bakery in BippErorp Maine, was found in his room in a distressed state and later died from a fractured skull after being discovered on the ground behind the house. He had been despondent due to family sickness and the recent death of two children. His wife and two children were visiting relatives in Machias. Bryant belonged to the Congregational Church and Garfel Commandery, Golden Cross.
A 2500 foot submarine cable was fished from Brpercroft lower harbor by Captain Green of the Isis. Harbor officials believe a tug or coal barge broke it from shore fastenings near Throgg's Neck or New York Bay and dragged it to port. The seven copper wires with rubber insulation lie under galvanize wires and tarred hemp rope, dating back 15 to 20 years.
In Saco Maine on September 5 1900 or 1910 era the Rev Father Harrington curate of St Marys Church Biddeford says he will close every rum shop in the Ship Yard if the bishop orders it. He has helped sheriff close the Donovan saloon the most notorious liquor dealer in Biddeford. Donovan has fled town. Harrington vows to continue action until all Biddeford saloons are shut.
A special meeting at TorrxKa Kansas today approved increasing the railroad’s capital stock to 75 million dollars. The gathering represented record voter turnout with the entire vote in favor except for Charles H Venner of Boston.
A Reading railroad collision in Williamsport Pennsylvania involved a freight train and a gravel train. Both engines and many cars were wrecked, the track blocked, and losses quoted near twenty thousand dollars. Brakeman Michael Joyce of Mahonny Plain was killed. The gravel train conductor allegedly ignored orders.
The Providence common council unanimously adopts a resolution authorizing the Mayor to appoint a three member commission of non Rhode Island residents who are skilled engineers to draft a plan for improved railroad terminal facilities and report back to the city council.
Forty line audience fills the Boston Theatre as Kit the Arkansas Traveller debuts for seventeen season encore. Henry Chanfrau leads a familiar cast with Lazee Crompton Chase Thorne Noah Jones and Jones. The two beats Dan Maguinnis and S E Springer provide famed comic touches. run continues this week only.
A vivid stage spectacle, Rice's Corsair features lavish sets and rich costumes. While dialogue and some singing show first night jitters, the production offers bright music including I'm a Dashing Pirate and Fear Not My Love. Annie Summerville impresses in the Conrad role, Louise Montague shows improvement as Medora, and Clara Lane earns praise as Gulnare.
The Madison Square company presented Jim the Penman with Miss Maude Harrison as Agnes and Mrs E J Phillips as Lady Dunscombe. The cast, after a long run in New York, delivers precise, polished acting led by Mrs Booth and FE M Holland as Captain Redwood.
Joseph J. Dowling and Miss Sadie Hassan headline Nobody's Claim at the Howard Atheneum. A large crowd welcomed the familiar duo, with hair-raising incidents and duels keeping the pace tight. Hassan performs songs and Woodson and Tooley provide variety to ease the tension. The show runs all week.
Madame Ponisi made her first Boston Museum appearance to a large enthusiastic audience. She will remain in the cast for the play’s run and a new act will be offered for public choice this week. Erminie’s long stage life tops 5600 performances at New York Casino and will be produced Sept 19 at the Globe by the same company. A. M. Palmer attended Jim the Penman opening at Park Theatre and departs for New York, with Wesley Sisson acting as his Boston representative during the company’s stay.
Dr A H Carvill a Somerville physician and school board member was struck by an unmanageable buggy on Washington Street. His left leg was broken and he was taken home for treatment after the crash involving two young ladies driving the horse and buggy. This is the second time the same member has been injured.
Evening showtimes across multiple venues include Jim the Penman at Amusements, The Corsair at Hollis Street Theatre, Rene at Globe Theatre, Kit the Arkansas Traveller at Sete we er guia, The Dominie's Daughter at Bos' towns wt Seum, Nobody's Claim at Howard Athens Hum, all with 8 pm or 7:45 pm starts.
By ALBion W. Tourgee author of A Fool's Errand and Hot Plowshares a new tale bound in cloth is priced at $1.25. The 428 page volume covers 1815 to 1830 near Chautauqua Hills and Lake Erie Shore with Button's Inn named. Tourgee frames Mormonism as seen in that era and place through two early leaders inclining an Apostle.
An illustrated catalog listing multiple books for sale by a Boston seller. Titles include The New History of Sanford and Merton by F. C. Burnand with 75 Linley Sambourne illustrations, A Lad's Love by Arto Bates, Ourseives and Our Neighbors by Chandler Moulton, A Week Away From Time, Cracker Joe, Whiles by Helen Jackson, Mrs Siddons, Dante His Life and Works by May Alph en Warp. Prices range from 50 cents to 1.25. Available by mail postpaid from 3 Somerset Street, Boston.
The institution boasts the largest, best equipped conservatory buildings with a broad curriculum. It lists 14 schools and a college including piano organ singing violin harmony church music and training music teachers. Fall term begins Sept 8 1887 and a calendar is available from Director Touriex in Boston Massachusetts.
Today auctions list horses and carriages by Albert Howe & Co. of Brighton at aia.m. Real estate offered by S. R. Knights & Co. at 12:30 p m. Wednesday stocks presented by R. L. Day & Co. at 11:30 a m and by Francis Henshaw & Co. at 12 m.
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