Boston Relief Fund Boost For Charleston Earthquake Sufferers
The Executive Committee managing Charleston earthquake relief voted to send 25 000 dollars to Charleston by draft. Boston citizens urged to subscribe and forward funds to Eben D. Jordan Treasurer at Jordan Marsh & Co Boston Mass. Officials include Hucn O'Brien Esen D. Jorpa Henry J. Bown Asa P. Porris Joseph H. Curr William Gaston Walter H. French Secretary.
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New England
Eben D. Jordan
Jordan, Marsh & Co
Washington Street
Boston
Mass
Hucn O'Brien
Esen D. Jorpa
Henry J. Bown
Asa P. Porris
Joseph H. Curr
William Gaston
Forbes Will Probably Die in Assault Case at Lowell
Charles Weldy was arraigned in Lowell court today on a murder attempt charge after an unprovoked attack on James H. Forbes as he entered his boarding house. Forbes remains critically ill with traumatic pneumonia and possible lung abscesses. his family, destitute, relies on mill labor and neighbor aid as sympathy grows for Weldy amid questions of provocation.
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James H. Forbes
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American minister reports outrages and mission destruction in Pekin
This morning's news notes outrages by Chinese against American missionaries and destruction of mission property in Pekin. Other items include political signals in Michigan, epidemic danger rising in Charleston, a Bodwell lead over Edwards in local politics, and various regional events from Hartford to New Hampshire.
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Conn
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Charles Weldy
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Hearld
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Penn
New Bedford & Fall River
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Riot in Roumania Targets Jews and Prime Minister Aimed Assassination
Reports describe an anti-Jewish riot in Roumania amid attempts to assassinate the Roumanian prime minister for political aims. The David J. Adams seizure case continued with counsel Meagher opposing publication of the evidence.
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Roumania
David J. Adams
Meagher
Dover Supreme Court hears speeches in Copeland tribute
In Dover New Hampshire yesterday afternoon the Supreme Court held appropriate speeches and adopted resolutions in eulogy of the late William vt Copeland.
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Dover
N. H
William Vt. Copeland
Fair and slightly cooler weather today
Fair and slightly cooler weather is noted. Multiple local items include a death by action in Falmouth House, police raids on gambling, the Second Massachusetts Regiment’s annual reunion at the Quincy House, creditor meetings at Young’s Hotel, and sports results at Mystic Park.
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Young’s Hotel
Viking
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Bostons
Philadelphias
General McClellan
Faneuil Hall
Dwight School
Master Page
Revere House
Longwoods
Longwood
Norfolk County Commissioners
Brookline
Boston
Charleston
Union Pacific
Sandusky
Central Massachusetts
Atlantic & Pacific
Weather Indications For New England And Eastern New York
For 24 hours starting 7 am Saturday September 18, forecast calls for generally fair weather in New England with slightly cooler temperatures and northwesterly winds turning variable. Eastern New York should expect fair skies and cooler conditions with northerly winds becoming variable.
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Washington
New England
New York
Wood Case Stalled as Detective Bratt Probes Clues
Observations from yesterday through 10 p m show no major progress in the Wood case. Detective Bratt of the State force remains at work, but a force source says the case is difficult to develop and progress seems unlikely at this time.
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Detective Bratt
A Great Improvement: Rosecrans Returns to Desk
Washington dispatch reports General W. S. Rosecrans, register of the treasury, back at his desk after a month away at soldiers' reunions in Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio. He notes broad approval of the current administration, calls it a great improvement, and predicts Democratic wins in Michigan and the governor's race as enthusiasm among young voters rises.
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W. S. Rosecrans
Register of the Treasury
Indiana
Michigan
Ohio
Relief Efforts Loom Large in Charleston After Earthquake
General S W Crawford and ex Governor Fairchilds arrive in Washington to urge aid for Charleston quake victims. The most urgent need is for small property owners whose homes were destroyed, fearing epidemic as winter nears. Engineers report debris cleared and 500 families back home. relief relies on skilled labor and careful distribution.
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Srect Au
S. W. Crawford
United States Army
Charleston
Washington
Fairchilds
Wisconsin
Crawford
Fairchild
Grand Army of the Republic
Yachts Prepping for Sow and Pigs Race in Newport harbor
Newport R I Sept 17 Boats gather for the Sow and Pigs race with the fleet lit by hundreds of lights as Galatea and others arrive. The wind expected to shift to northwest for tomorrow’s contest. Mayflower Sachem Puritan Priscilla present. Priscilla withdrawn. New York Yacht Club recatta committee met with citizens committee. design of cups and value undecided. Entries listed with sailing numbers.
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R.J
Electra
Mayflower
Sachem
Providence
Priscilla
General Butler
America
New York Yacht Club
Citizens’ Committee
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Gerry
Outrage Against Missionaries in China Reported by Denby
Washington reports Minister Denby has informed the Secretary of State of attacks on American Presbyterian and Methodist missions in China. The Kwai Ping mission property was looted and the Fultons fled after May 6, with Consul Seymour seeking 5500 dollars in compensation. A June 6 mob attack on the Chung King hospital injured a missionary. A July 19 mob destroyed Chung King mission property. Denby filed a protest, noting the incidents reflect wider U.S. China tensions.
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Pekin
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Seymour
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Methodist Episcopal Mission Hospital
Chung King
Mr. Denby
China
United States
Tax clash over oleomargarine rule unsettles makers
Washington reports firms producing oleomargarine protest the Treasury Bureau's interpretation of the second section of the act. The ruling would tax oleo oil and related materials, effectively doubling levy on manufacturers who blend ingredients. Internal Revenue seeks data to plan staff needs as the act nears operation.
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Treasury Department
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Manning Said to Accept Austrian Minister Post
The Evening Star reports Secretary Manning will become United States minister to Austria, instead of returning to the Treasury. A hint of his appointment is said to have been offered to Austria and greeted with strong approval.
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Lincoln Seeks Richer Ore at Maplewood Silver Mine
Mr Lincoln owner of the Maplewood silver claim reports ore quality improves with depth. A sample sent to Boston assayed 900 dollars per ton, suggesting increasing ore richness as development continues.
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Maplewood
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Minrorp Teen Fatally Shoots Self During Wall Jump
Sept 17 John J Clancy aged 15 fatally shot himself in the breast while jumping a wall during a gunning with a companion McKenna. He died within an hour at the scene or shortly after. The incident occurred in Minrorp.
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John J. Clancy
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Reading Railroad Settlement Near: Morgan and Gowen Agree
In Philadelphia dated Sept 17 a settlement path for the Reading railroad crisis emerges. Gowen party representatives Sully and Lauterbeck propose a $4,000,000 subscription, new trustees rising to thirteen including Sully Dow Wannamaker and Borie, and Austin Corbin to be receiver with a view to offering him the presidency if qualified. Morgan supports the plan and Drexel Bullitt Welsh approve, with reorganized trustees to decide tomorrow. Corbin is viewed as acceptable and will act independently of rivals with Reading ties to Pennsylvanian Baltimore and Ohio and New Jersey Central railroads handled in Reading proprietors’ interest.
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Edward Lauterbeck
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Europe
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Drexel, Bullitt and Welsh
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Seon
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Adams seizure case adjourned amid press protest at Halifax hearing
The David J. Adams seizure case continued with Robert Sedgewick joining government counsel. Witnesses described bait and ice sale to the vessel and examined its stern, while reporters remained despite protest. Testimony covered vessel movements, timing at Bear Island and Digby, and payments for bait and ice. The court adjourned to tomorrow.
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Tannery Opens Amid Violent Strikes In Sarem
Non union workers face hooting and armed conflict as tanners strike. Samuel Foote fined for firing a pistol. Charles Jerome to face trial for alleged assault. A boarding house for workers is being prepared as 800 spectators watch unrest. An officer sustained a serious head wound during clashes.
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Samuel Foote
Charles Jerome
Joseph L. Austin
Taa
Manufacturers’ Committee
Peabody
Boston
T. N. Barnaby
Bowdoin Freshmen Defeat Sophomores In Annual Football Game
The Bowdoin College football game ended with the freshmen defeated by the sophomores. Battery C First Battalion Light Artillery held its fall field parade and inspection at Lawrence yesterday. Samuel P. Lee of Attleboro was convicted in Taunton Superior Court after a charge of bigamy. counsel will move for a new trial. The town of Abington is trusted to secure debts against the firm of T. F. & John Many contractors for building the Waterworks. settlement is expected and work may resume soon. Elmer Boswell of Lake Village New Hampshire was seriously injured when a team ran over him last night.
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First Battalion Light Artillery
Lawrence
Samuel P. Lee
Attleboro
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T. F. & John
Elmer Boswell
Lake Village
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Maine Republicans claim greatest victory in state history
Chairman Manley reports official Maine results with Bodwell leading Edwards by 14,000 and a 17,060 Republican Congressmen plurality. Republicans win 145 state House seats to 35 Democrats, with Hale renominated for U.S. Senate. Androscoggin and other counties show solid Republican delegation. Kennebec Knox Hancock Lincoln Oxford mix of party wins.
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Manley
Maine
Bodwell
Edwards
Hale
United States
J. H. Manley
Republican State Committee
Androscoggin County
Kennebec
Knox
Hancock
Lincoln
Oxford
New Trotting Park Planned for Lowell Area
A plan to build a large trotting park in Tewkesbury for the Middlesex North Agricultural Society is moving forward. The current grounds will be sold for cemetery expansion. railroads will supply fence construction and side tracks. Aiming to complete by 1887 New England Fair, the park promises a top quality track to attract visitors.
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BratianuSurvived Assassination Attempt in Bucharest
In Bucharest on September 17, Prime Minister M. Bratianu was shot at by an assassin who aimed at him but wounded deputy M. Robesco. The gunman was arrested and confessed political motive. A mob attacked the opposing newspaper staff and damaged the office before dispersing.
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M. Bratiano
M. Robesco
Chamber of Deputies
Suicide of William F. Brooks in Falmouth House room
William F. Brooks, 30, formerly of Brockton, shot himself in his room at 97 Falmouth House yesterday at 5:80 o’clock, dying instantly. A servant found the body after hearing a pistol shot. Brooks, in frail health and despondent over money, had bought a store and sought a loan. A letter from an attorney in Brockton indicated recent financial strain. The body was given to the medical examiner.
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Main Street
Fall River
Frank M. Buckley
Woodside wins one mile open in Hampden Park bicycle meet
Springfield reports the Hampden Park bicycle tournament third day drew about 8000 spectators. Woodside won the one mile professional open in 2 46 1 5, with Neilson second and Wood third, amid a program featuring world records by Crocker in the three mile tricycle and a near miss on a loafing fine.
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Meyers
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Rich
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Mervill
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Eck
Insurance Agent in Court Arraigned on Law Violation
William Dinkelspiel of New York an Equitable Life agent was arraigned in the Municipal Court on charges of violating Massachusetts insurance laws. Arrested at Youngs Hotel, he allegedly did not file the required bond. The case, followed by rival James B. Niver, was continued until September 2 with Dinkelspiel held in $500 bail.
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New York
Equitable Life Assurance Society
Young’s Hotel
Massachusetts
Hardy
Commonwealth
Dinkelspiel
James B. Niver
Niver
City Notes on Reunions and Mass at Cathedral
About thirty survivors of the First Massachusetts Cavalry met at the Crawford House to plan the twenty-first reunion in Boston on Oct 27 with Major C. G. Davis presiding and Sergeant E. A. Smith as secretary. The Eighth Massachusetts Battery Association held its seventh annual reunion at Quincy House with officers Bartlett Wise Dearborn and McAvoy. The Thirteenth Association elected James A. Fox and Wiliam H. Cundy as officers. Archbishop Williams will celebrate a solemn pontifical mass at the Cathedral on Sunday, with Cherubini’s mass in C performed by the full choir. The Clover Club, about twenty, dined at Young’s and social festivities followed.
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Crawford House
Boston
C. G. Davis
E. A. Smith
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Quincy House
James C. Bartlett
W.C. Wise
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D. S. McAvoy
Company A
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Massachusetts Association
Young’s
James A. Fox
Wiliam H. Cundy
William E. Rivers
J. A. Howe
Shephard
W. C. Bryant
Williams
Montgomery Light Guard Parade And Banquet Set
The Montgomery Light Guard Veterans Association plans a parade and banquet on Monday October 4 at John A Andrew Hall with new uniforms for the occasion. Addresses will be given by John E Fitzgerald Fire Commissioner John R Murphy Water Commissioner Thomas F Doherty and others with Mayor O'Brien and aldermen likely to attend. Baldwin's Cadet band will provide music.
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John A. Andrew Hall
John E. Fitzgerald
Internal Revenue
John R. Murphy
Thomas F. Doherty
O’brien
All Nighters and the Washington Street Bum Class
Early morning Washington Street crowds report constant approach by rough-looking men begging for cash to buy food. An officer notes they drift from Eliot Street area seeking shelter in cove or similar spots, describing them as worthless bummers likely to steal if chances arise. a short island term might help.
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