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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

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Sep 09, 1885

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Pomeroy Heir Suits Turnbull Trustees Fees Disputed

In Pittsfield Massachusetts on September 8 the supreme court heard S Harris Pomeroy heir of L Pomeroy woollen manufacturer against William Turnbull of New York and others as trustees under Theodore Pomeroy will to run factories for the estate They argue over Turnbulls 6000 annual salary and 440000 in commissions over three years claiming trustees must not profit from the estate The case was argued by George M Stearns for Pomeroy F P Golding and Secretary Endicott for Turnbull with decision reserved Endicott left town for Lenox to visit Secretary Whitney.

Pittsfield Mass Supreme Court S. Harris Pomeroy L. Pomeroy William Turnbull New York Turnbull Charles Atwater H. Pomeroy Theodore Pomeroy Turnbull & Co Pomeroy PF. Golding Worcester Endicott Lenox Whitney Bradford Augusta Colby University Upper Coos Colabrook N. H Lancaster Coos Supreme Judicial Court York County Alfred Peters Missisquoi Enosburgh Falls George B. Loring New England Agricultural Society O’brien Boston John Perrault Lewiston Vermont Oxford Amherst College G. H. Tufts E. Ll. Wood Prof. Crowell Frink W. H. Powers Ruel Durkee Croydon Durkee Westfeld Oliver Austin Feeding Hills Austin Phillips Exeter Academy Walter Quincy Scott D. D E.E. Hale Phillips Brooks Porter Yale College Gilman Johns Hopkins University White Cornell University Robinson Brown University McCosh Princeton College Bartlett Dartmouth College Seelye Amherst Carter Williams Walker Massachusetts Institute of Technology Hunter Hinsdale Keene A. Estelle Hunter Genesta Luckenbach Scotland Puritan Forbes Tams Forbe Richard Sutton H. T. Alling Jacksonville Times-Union Alling Florida South Florida West Indies Biscayne Bay Dade County Maryland Delaware New Jersey

Massachusetts clergyman commits suicide in Colorado

News from Greenfield Mass reports Rev H W Eldridge former Turner's Falls Congregational pastor shot himself near Denver Colorado a few days earlier He was known for sensational sermons against Spiritists and had faced internal parish disputes His remains were embalmed and sent to Becket where his family lived

Massachusetts Colorado Greenfield Mass H. W. Eldridge Congregational Turner’s Falls Denver Col Lake Pleasant Becket

Poisoned milk suspected in New Haven family attack

Four members of Policeman McAvoy’s family at 19 Franklin Street fell ill after drinking milk yesterday. John McAvoy and two young children suffered vomiting and deathlike sickness, with a peculiar odor reported from an opened can. Neighbors who drank milk from the same supply had no illness, suggesting a targeted poisoning attempt.

New Haven Conn Policeman McAvoy Franklin Street McAvoy John

Leonard Marshall Golden Wedding Celebration at Home

About 75 friends gathered Tuesday evening at 169 West Newton Street to honor Leonard Marshall the famed music teacher and his wife on fifty years of marriage. The event featured piano solos by Prof. J. W. Turner and Leonard B. Marshall and included a congratulatory address by Wyzeman Marshall. The couple received many valuable presents.

Leonard Marshall West Newton Street J. W. Turner Leonard B. Marshall Wyzeman Marshall

Bradford and Newbury fair dates and local notices

A compilation of regional notices lists the Bradford and Newbury fair in Bradford New Hampshire October 1 2, shifts in telephone service in Augusta Maine court terms in York county Maine and Colby College September 3 start, and other local happenings from Vermont Massachusetts and New Hampshire including crimes fairs and university terms.

Puritan Genesta collide in Boston America s cup race

A delay and crash mar the America s Cup pursuit as the Puritan and Genesta clash before the start. The Genesta’s bowsprit tears the Puritan’s mainsail causing damage and a disputed, halted race. Sir Richard Sutton and Captain Carter discuss blame and a fair rematch. next race possible Thursday or Friday.

Tams Schuyler Mr. Schuyler Genesta Richard Sutton America Luckenbach Poillon’s Carter Boston Capt. Crocker New York

Endicott Opposition Blocks Morton's Maine Appointment

A New York Sun Boston correspondent reports Secretary Endicott says the president will not appoint Col. Morton despite broad Democratic and mugwump support in Maine. The piece defends Morton, notes his editor is Gen. Plaisted, and argues the scandal claim is unfounded while urging restraint to avoid alienating Maine Democrats.

Portland Boston New York Sun Endicott Morton Maine Col. Morton Sun Augusta Gen. Plaisted Cleveland and Hendricks Mr. Blaine Blaine Kennebec Journal Sprague James G. Blaine

Indian era clam shell deposit found near Portland

In Falmouth Fore Side on Underwood Spring company land a 35 by 20 foot shell heap, likely deposited by Indians, was found by a party of about 50 including Maine Historical society members and Mayor Deering. A clam bake followed as limited excavations were made and scientists may conduct further study.

Portland Underwood Spring Company Falmouth Maine Historical Society Deering

Murdered Miss Margaret Hawver Found In Kinderhook Home

Miss Margaret Hawver was found murdered in her Kinderhook residence in Columbia county. A dirk knife was used, money lay on the floor, blood stains were in four rooms, and the bureau drawer rifled. She lived alone and was sister to James Hawver, a Columbiaville manufacturer. No clue to the murderer.

Troy N. Y Margaret Hawver Kinderhook Columbia County James Hawver Columbiaville

National Telephone Exchange Adopts English Wire Gauge

Providence meeting resumes action to adopt English standard wire gauge. secretary to notify electrical societies and manufacturers. Voted to raise appeal assessment to 50 dollars and set secretary salary at 100 dollars. Adjourned to 10 o'clock tomorrow.

Providence National Telephone Exchange Association

Social Science Association Opens Twentieth Meeting In Saratoga

The American Social Science Association opened its twentieth annual general meeting in Saratoga New York with a large gathering of scientists from the United States and Canada. President John Eaton of Washington delivered the opening address on A Word on the Scientific Method in the Common Affairs of Life and was well received.

Saratoga N. Y American Social Science Association United States Canada John Eaton Washington

Train Struck Planks on Maine Track Near Gardiner

A Portland to Augusta train struck three planks laid across the line about a mile before Gardiner. The engine stopped after applying air brakes, leaving the train in good condition. The obstruction caused no injury. past attempts to wreck trains have occurred at this spot.

Augusta Portland Gardiner

Gloucester to study hydrants deal at $5000 a year

Gloucester officials discussed the Gloucester Water Supply company proposal to furnish 100 fire hydrants for five thousand dollars annually. The council voted to postpone action until Tuesday evening. The board of aldermen exonerated Marshal Carr from charges tied to a recent investigation and voiced confidence in his integrity as an officer.

Gloucester Mass Gloucester Water Supply Company Board of Aldermen Marshal Carr

Millville rubber works strike spurs mob action in Providence

Providence reports a crowds of hoodlums paraded Millville streets and harassed workers as a strike at the rubber factory began. Strangers arriving by car were warned to stay away while the company vows to run its shops regardless of returning labor.

Providence Millville Rnubber Factory

New Zealand Retains San Francisco Mail Service

New Zealand house of representatives passes Vogel motion to retain the San Francisco mail service. Government to seek bids for an 18 day San Francisco to New Zealand run with Auckland as terminal.

San Francisco New Zealand House of Representatives Sir Julius Vogel Auckland

Requisition Granted for Bouquet Billy in Missouri Forgery Case

Hearing before Gov. Robie in Portland, Maine, on Missouri’s request for Bouquet Billy. Requisition granted. defense counsel filed a writ of habeas corpus, with a hearing set before Judge Virgin tomorrow.

Portland Robie Missouri Bouquet Billy St. Louis Virgin

Trustee John Rawson Accused Of 40000 Dollar Fraud

Williamport Ind Sept 8 John 8 Raw son trustee of Warren township Warren county is reported to have issued fraudulent warrants totaling 40000 He is missing County commissioners have cited all township trustees to appear and account for their transactions

Williamsport Ind John 8. Rawson Warren Township Warren County

Public opinion shuns arbitration in Caro line dispute

Maprio Sept 8 reports public sentiment condemns arbitration of the Caro lines dispute. Velasco commander ordered to regain Yap, awaiting news. Barcelona authorities denounce Germany, Germany seeks reparations for insult to its embassy. Spain promises prosecutions, embassial staff dismissed. War preparations continue with troop reports ordered.

Maprio Carolines Velasco Yap Germany Barcelona Spain

Continued Examination of Editor Stead and His Coadjutors

In Bow Street court the Stead abortion case resumed with Mrs Jarrett crying at the outset. Eliza Armstrong testified her mother handed her to Jarrett for housework, denying knowledge of any immoral purpose. Armstrong recounted living conditions and inconsistencies, and admitted chloroform use during an exam. She was cross-examined as the court adjourned to Monday.

London Stead Pall Mall Gazette Jarrett Bramwell Booth Coombe Jacques Maury Eliza Armstrong Bow-street Armstrong Russell Eliza

Radical Platform Declared by Dar Chamberlain in Warrington

London Sept 8 Mr Chamberlain stated the radical platform to a Warrington audience claiming radicals form a liberal majority and will oppose Parnell. He warned home rule would destroy the empire and outlined a moderate Ireland government plan. He urged liberals to sever ties with radicals if they reject the platform. The radical agenda includes local government land reform free schools tax and game law revisions and mineral royalties.

London Chamberlain Warrington Liberal Party Parnell Tooth Neil Ireland

Expenditures Alleged for Alabama Claims Court

Secretary Bayard withholds publication of Judge Harlan's statement defending the Alabama claims court authority and expenditures. Admiral Jouett protests a $400 disallowance for entertainments at New Orleans, insisting the expense is customary. Port Townsend reports requests to hire watchmen after recent arson attempts, while George H. Snow becomes postmaster at Winchester New Hampshire.

Washington Harlan Court of Commissioners of Alabama Claims State Department Bayard Jouett New Orleans Congress Navy Port Townsend Marine Hospital Bureau Devan W. T Marine Hospital Service George H. Snow Winchester N. H

St John Denies Bribery Allegations In Prohibition Meeting

At Syracusbk New York on September 8 the state prohibition convention drew 400 delegates with Judge Grow of Orange county as permanent chair. Ex Governor St John of Kansas spoke at a public meeting and rejected a written accusation that Democrats bribed him, branding the accuser a malicious coward and claiming the Republican party ran a bribery bureau but could not pay him.

Democratic Party Republican Party

Hanson Library Dedication Marks Community Milestone

A large crowd attended dedicatory exercises at the Hanson Library association building in Hanson Massachusetts. The two story, 50 by 35 foot structure houses a hall banquets and library rooms with a total cost around 4200 dollars. The society formed in June 1884 following a gift from E C Thomas who increased the sum to 2250 dollars with Mrs Rachael Cushman adding 1200 dollars and friends supplying the balance.

E. Hapgood Baptist Church Y Grace C. Bonney O. L. Bonney Association E. W. Drew South Abington Quartette Hanson Mass Hanson Library Association E. C. Thomas Rachael Cushman

Bank President Brainerd Kidnapped from Winnipeg to Minnesota

Winnipeg police recount the abduction of Lawrence Brainerd, 60, former St Albans Savings Bank president and Vermont railroad figure. Detectives from Boston lured him on a duck hunt, bound him, and spirited him across the border with laudanum. Brainerd’s arrest probe followed a bank collapse blamed on his speculations. his wife alerted authorities as a special train pursued the kidnappers. The men escaped to Minnesota or Iowa, while Brainerd’s fate remains uncertain.

Wennipeg Man Lawrence Brainerd Brainerd St.Albans Denver Jackson Winnipeg Wiggins & Wood Boston St. Vincent Minnesota Casa St. Albans Vermont Central Railroad Lawrence Vermont Miss Smith Gov. Smith Lemoyle

Parnell Endorsed At Wass Meeting In Indianapolis

A large Indianapolis crowd gathered at Masonic Hall to back Mr. Parnell in Ireland policy. Vice President Hendricks and Mayor McMaster spoke on self-government, land reform, and Irish rights, urging support and unity against tenant oppression and biased British rule.

Indianapolis Ind Parnell Ireland Hendricks McMaster Henry I Great Britain Green Isle Indiana Isle Paris London Paine America Bunker Hill Yorktown

Whitlock Kills Wife and Sisters then Himself near Danville

Perry Whitlock went to Ely Coe’s residence south of Danville Illinois and shot his wife Emily and her sisters Maggie and Tinchie mortally wounding them before killing himself. The motive cited was Whitlock’s dissipated habits and marital unhappiness.

Danville Ill Perry Whitlock Ely Coe Here Emily Maggie Tinchie Whitlock

Skeletons found at Adams Street site in Brooklyn

Workmen digging for a new building on Adams Street in Brooklyn uncovered nine complete skeletons. The lot once housed a notorious dance and sporting house known as Gothic Ball, and authorities believe the remains are of persons murdered there some 40 years ago.

Brooklyn N. Y Adams Street

Sectional Strife and Sherman Reply in Ohio Speech

Senator John Sherman spoke in Lebanon Ohio denouncing Gov. Hoadly and urging fair elections for African Americans. He warned of disfranchisement and pointed to southern abuses in voting, urging remedies under the fourteenth amendment if needed. A separate railroad wreck near Keck Point killed a man and injured several, with train orders blamed for the incident.

Sherman Hoadly Lebanon John Sherman South Gov. Hoadly Congress North Cleveland United States James Blaine South Carolina Virginia North Carolina Mississippi Louisiana Key Adam Riser O. A. Bates Frank Lowash G. D. Carge W.H. Shaffer R. H. Bair Keck Point

Precautionary Measures by Boston Health Board on Smallpox

Montreal reports smallpox fears as nuns volunteer as nurses and Montreal authorities plan to expand hospital capacity and house to house vaccination. New Hampshire board cites Montreal epidemic and urges national action while Boston tightens quarantine and vaccination rules for vessels from Canadian ports. Magna Charta island at Runnymede deemed neglected amid claims of its historic value and potential fraud, with debate over preserving national heritage.

Montreal Provincial Board of Health St. Margaret St. Jean Baptiste New Hampshire Board of Health National Board Concorp N. H State Board of Health National Board of Health New England Canada Boston Health Board Boston and Lowell Railroad Company A. W. Sulloway Democratic National Committee Washington Boston Board of Health Canadian Newfoundland London Runnymede London Telegraph Windsor Virginia Water Burnham Maidenhead Staines Thames Magna Charta John Prince Arthur Hubert de Burgh Charingcross Egham Stephen Langton Republic of the West Stratford-on-Avon

Arrest on Civil Process of Naval Officer's Wife

Sensation in Portsmouth New Hampshire as the wife of a prominent naval officer is arrested on a civil writ in an action of tort. A servant is accused of stealing 160 dollars found later in the house. The girl sues for 2000 dollars and was bailed this morning.

Portsmouth N. H

Norway Factory Contract Signed for Spinney Block

The town of Norway has met all requirements of B F Spinney & Co of Lynn and a contract is made to build a new 200 by 60 foot three story factory to house their Lynn business. Construction should be complete and ready for occupancy by November 1.

Norway, Me Norway B. F. Spinney & Co Lynn

Visitors of Fraternity Club Guests Stay in Worcester

Worcester hosts the Colfax fraternity club Daughters of Rebekah from Albany and Troy New York and Bennington tonight. The visitors are entertained by the local lodge and depart for Providence tomorrow morning.

Worcester Mass Colfax Fraternity Club Daughters of Rebekah Alpany Troy N. Y Bennington, Sey Providence

Trains Collide Near West Middlesex in Erie Line

Sharon dispatch reports two Erie and Pittsburg Railroad trains collided one mile south of West Middlesex this morning. Fire brigade responded as crews worked to control flames and assess damage. No final casualty report available, authorities investigating cause and sequence of events.

Sharon Erie and Pittsburg West Middlesex

Doctor uses galvanic battery on balky mare in Modesto

Dr McLean buys a bay mare to pair with a purchase, straps a battery to the mare and her mate, wires to head and tail. The electric shocks provoke dramatic balking, then drive the animal forward, restoring obedience. The dramatic scene ends with the mare tolerating the shocks and continuing ahead.

Modesto Cal McLean

Two 16 year old Boston youths arrested on ship from Boston

City Marshal Whitney arrested two boys aboard the steamer Cambridge in Bancor upon arrival from Boston. The youths, giving names Howard Gilbert and Fred Eddy of East Newton, Massachusetts, aged 16, claimed they were Brown and Jones headed to Moose Head Lake to hunt. The dispatch prompting the arrest came from G W Eddy.

Bancor Whitney Cambridge Boston Howard Gilbert Fred Eddy East Newton Mass G. W. Eddy Brown Jones Moosehead Lake

Installation of Rev J B Hawes at Winthrop Church

The Congregational church in Winthrop Me held the installation of Rev J B Hawes as pastor with a program including scripture reading by Rev Mr Smith Waterville sermon by Prof Stearns Bangor installation prayer by Rev Mr Adams Bangor charge to pastor by Prof Sewall Bangor right hand of fellowship by Rev Mr Sheels Augusta and charge to church by Rev Father Hawes Litchfield father of the new pastor.

Winthrop, Me J. B. Hawes Congregational Church Mr. Smith Waterville Stearns Bangor Mr. Adams Sewall Sheels Augusta Father Ilawes Litchfield

Montreal Butter Swindle By Toronto Man

Butter dealers in Montreal were swindled out of about 10000 by Toronto man Shannon who sold them supposedly prime creamery butter. Drafts were honored but four carloads shipped proved to be last year's grease worth far less than a cent per pound.

Montreal Toronto Shannon

Seafarer Deaths On Voyage From Cayenne

The brig La Regina reports Captain Keene of Prospect, Maine died August 4 and was buried at sea. The Benjamin Fabour veteran and three seamen died during the voyage. Two seamen remain ill. The disease is thought to be yellow fever.

New York la Regina Cayenne Keene Prospect Benjamin Fabour

Freight train jumps track at Long Island railroad

A Long Island Railroad freight train derailed at JJNNTER'S Point causing two cars to crash through the wall of the C. D. Pierce iron company building. Half the structure was demolished with damage estimated at $25,000. No injuries are reported.

S Point L. I Long Island Railroad C. D. Pierce Iron Company

Bettison Arrested on Embezzlement Charge in Boston

Tuesday afternoon Inspector Hartshorn of the Boston post office arrested George P. Bettison a 38 year old letter carrier married and living at No 14 Albion Street on a warrant for the embezzlement of letters from the mail.

Hartshorn Boston Post Office George P. Bettison Bettison No. 14 Albion Street B. R. Bryant North Market Street Daniel Sexton William H. Jourdan Washington Street

Tragic 40 Foot Fall Claims Catherine McCarthy at Home

Catherine McCarthy, 40, fell from a window at No 27 East street on Tuesday afternoon striking the pavement 40 feet below. A physician attended but she died within two hours. The report notes the fatal skull fracture.

East Street Catherine McCarthy

McRae Lead Likely in Third District House Race

From Little Rock Arkansas on September 8 return results show Democrat McRae ahead over Independent Mitchell in the third district race to fill the vacancy created by Jones moving to the Senate. Lexington.

Little Rock Ark Congress McRae Mitchell Jones Senate

Grant and Ward Case Details Transfer of Property Under Pressure

In New York the Holt Warner reference case continued with Ferdinand Ward recounting a night when under duress he deeded property to W. S. Warner. Ward describes meetings with Work and others, the transfer of King's county lots, Brooklyn residence, Booth's theatre, and a Stamford Conn. property amid claims of threats and influence from the Grant & Ward lawyers.

Low Holt-Warner New York Holt- Warner Ferdinand Ward W. S. Warner Grant & Ward Ward Sheppard Work Warner Woods Fish Wood Short Daveis & Work King’s County Brooklyn Booth’s Theatre Strawberry Hill Stamford Conn

Gower's aerial experiments and turtle farming plan discussed

A friend reports Frederic A. Gower vanished after a Cherbourg ascent. His balloon and raft were found, with a pilot balloon and a dropped letter lost at sea. The article also quotes H. T. Alling advocating green turtle farming in Florida and detailing a proposed 800 acre protected cove, fencing, and stock plans to yield substantial five year profits.

Frederic A. Gower English Channel Ellsworth Cherbourg Dieppe Mr. Gower Sedgwick

Fire in Critchett Bros Livery Stable Kills Seven Horses

An employee discovered a fire in the Critchett Bros livery stable at 63 and 65 Northampton street shortly before 5 am Tuesday. Box 82 alarm sent engines. 12 of 19 horses escaped, seven burned fatally. Horses owned by various individuals valued around $2500. Building damage around $200, insured, owned by Martin L. Howe.

Critchett Bros Northampton Street Martin L. Howe

Worcester Temperance Convention Travel Plan Urged

The general committee secretary for Worcester and Middlesex county calls attendance and work for the Massachusetts temperance convention. A Worcester train at 9 30 A M and another at 6 P M are proposed to aid travelers on the Albany, Barre Norwich and Providence lines. Send postals to C A Waite Worcester to estimate turnout and issue station bills early next week.

Worcester Middlesex Albany Barre Norwich Providence C. A. Waite Worcester, Nashua and Rochester Mass

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