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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 21, 1875

Page

2

Foreign and Domestic News Briefs of Early 1880s

The Pazha of Tripoli offers a humble apology for insults to the U S Consul and pledges punishment for offenders. England’s large iron works suspend operations. The Servian Skupsthina discusses neutral stance in civil conflict and issues an address to Prince Milan. Carlist forces reorganized, 300 Carlists disarmed after crossing into France. Erie Railway stockholders receive a condition report from Sir Edward Watkins. The Holland States-General opens. Texas storm losses run to millions though fatalities are fewer. Doc Smith, famed Texas outlaw, is arrested. The Grand Lodge I O F US opens its annual session in Indianapolis. total lodges and encampments numbered 522,165. Bank of California has not resumed operations. guarantee fund subscriptions reach 7.5 million. California election results show the Democratic ticket leads by over 30,000 votes and about 1,000 majority. Ex-Representative Beck of Kentucky reports favorable Democratic prospects from Ohio. Delano’s Indian Frauds committee will not report for a fortnight. Governor Ames of Mississippi defends recent conduct in a despatch to the Attorney General. Evangelical clergy met in Chicago with an invitation to Moody and Sankey to work there.

Pazha Tripoli U. S England Skuptchina of Servia Milan Spain France Erie Railway Edward William Watkins Holland States-General Texas Doc Smith Grand Lodge,i. O. of O. F United States Indianapolis Bank of California California Beck Kentucky Ohio Delano

Postmaster Burt in Boston Bond Fight Sparks Postoffice Row

Washington dispatch reports Postmaster General Jewell is angered by Burt's bond delays and hints Burt should stay home to manage his business. Rumor says Burt no longer Boston Postmaster, with E Tobey poised to succeed. Clara Morris story from New York describes her health trials, travel plans, and recovery hopes after abroad. The piece includes a funeral scene with William Lloyd Garrison and notes Miles’s bail case adjournment amid financial troubles.

Burt Jewell Senate Boston Sixth Post Office Department Mr Jewell Mr Burt Tobey Clara Morris William Lloyd Garrison New York King Charles London Miss Morris Duchesne Paris California Hot Springs Fifth Avenue Theatre Marie Stuart

Massachusetts Appointments and Ship Duties Change

George F Moore and Rice of Boston along with Bross of New York named to a wool cabinet inspection commission in Boston. J H Perry appointed Special Deputy Collector for Fifth Massachusetts District. The Revenue Cutter Gallatin to coast at Boston instead of Edgartown due to freezing. Lieut Alfred Weston named executive officer for winter cruising aboard the Gallatin.

Massachusetts George F. Moore United States Rice Boston Bross New York J.H. Perry Perry Gallatin Edgartown Alfred Weston Nansemond

Ute Indians reject boundary, threaten attack after survey delay

Prof Hayden reports no action on restoration until Red Cloud Commission delivers its verdict. Mills, from Pepper Colorado, says Ute bands refuse southern San Juan boundary and compensation until lines are surveyed. Carver identifies the attackers of Gardner’s party as Pale Utes and promises guides for any troop punitive action.

Associated Press Washington Hayden Saville Red Cload Commission Mills Pepper Colorado San Juan Brunot Theireter Gardner

Richmond Iron Works Suspended in Insolvency

London dispatch reports the Richmond Iron Works at Stockton-upon-Tees, with twenty six furnaces and rolling mills and about 300 workers, has suspended operations due to insolvency. The crop and markets section notes wheat price declines across England and Europe amid harvest, with some regional fluctuations and livestock market commentary. The Erie Railway report by Sir Edward Watkins criticizes rolling stock, recommends self redemption and potential receivership, mentions English influence and bondholder support for President Jewett, and warns that litigation clouds earnings. Additional items note 15000 pounds sterling withdrawn for America and the Dublin Synod addressing religious infidelity and education of youth.

Tron London Richmond Iron Works Stockton-upon-Tees Mark Lane Express England Paris Germany Holland Hungary Denmark Odessa Erie Railway Edward William Watkins Ene Railway United States Edward Jewett Edward Watkins Sir Edward Erie America Catholic Synod Dublin Maynooth Cardinal Cullen

Attitude of Servia in secret session debates war note

In compliance with Prince Milan the committee on the address in reply to his speech will present its deliberations to the Chamber of Deputies in secret. The debate in the Skuptchina began today with closed doors and a rumored war proposal may arise. The address reportedly does not mention war but a special address to Prince Milan may urge declaration.

Kragujewatz Servia Milan Chamber of Deputies Turkey Skuptchina Prince Milan Skuptchin’a Bosnia

Consular Troubles Settled In Tripoli Accord

A United States delegation led by Captains English Harmony and Consul Vidal secured a settlement with Tripoli. Terms include withdrawal of earlier charges, a written guarantee of peaceful intent, punishment for Ottoman sailors who entered the consulate, a four month suspension of judges, and a verbal apology from the Pasha in full uniform at the consulate. An August insult to Congress officers was also apologized for.

New York Congress Tripoli Barbary Pasha English D. B. Harmony United States Navy Michael Vidal United States Harmony Bartlett Gibson Com Elmer

Interview Suggests Khan Sade Not Responsible for Hostilities

Berlin reports from Central Asia that Khan Sade, eldest son of the deposed Khan of Khokan, met Gen. Kauffmann. The letter says Sade is not responsible for recent hostilities against Russia and Russia may recognize him as Khanate successor. Uncertainty remains about whether recognition would involve armed occupation.

Berlin Central Asia Khan Sade Khokan Kauffmann Sade Russia

King's Speech Opens Dutch States General Session

The King opened the States General sessions in The Hague. He noted the Acheen war has not yet reached a satisfactory result but expressed hope for a favorable end. He added Venezuela’s disturbed condition has affected Curacao, but anticipated that the pending action will ease the difficulty.

The Hague States- General Venezuela Curacoa

Grand Lodge Session Opens at Indianapolis

The Grand Lodge I O O F United States convened in Grand Lodge Hall Indianapolis with delegates from all states provinces and Canada. Reports and committee appointments marked the morning. a large reception followed at the Academy of Music and a grand procession is planned for Wednesday.

Multiple Illinois and Missouri Fires Alarm Fire Officials

Fire in Quincy Illinois destroys Merriam Lumber Yard and four dwellings with a three story brick block. Loss estimated at forty thousand for Merriam plus about twenty thousand for others. suspected incendiary. Also a grain elevator fire in El Paso Illinois with twelve thousand loss and Hartford insurance of three thousand. James E Carstarplied residence in Louisiana Missouri burned with furniture. loss around twenty five thousand. Two arson attempts at Mont Eagle Hotel Niagara Falls New York.

Quincey Ill D. D. Merriam & Son Merriam EL Paso Illinois Cincinnati Webster Brothers Hartford Louisiana Missouri James E. Carstarplied Niagara Niagara Falls N. Y Mont Eagle Hotel Suspension Bridge

Pocket Picked on Concord Rail Car Ride

Special Despatch to the Boston Post reports Mrs Mary P. Brown of Concord, New Hampshire, was robbed of her pocketbook on a train between Exeter and Concord. The book contained a small amount of cash and a $700 check drawn on a Boston bank.

Boston Post Concord N. H Mary P. Brown Exeter Boston

Maine and California returns show party leads in governor races

Official statewide returns from Maine and partial results from California outline governor tallies. In Maine Connor (Rep) 57,852. Roberts (Dem) 53,077. majority 4,775. Dingley led previously. Maine Senate 19 Republicans, 11 Democrats. House 85 Republicans, 63 Democrats, 2 Independents. In California Irwin (Dem) 61,525. Phelps (Rep) 30,922. Bidwell (Ind) 29,630.

Augusta Kennebec Journal Connor Roberts Dingley Senate York County House of Representatives Bridgton House Reno San Francisco Irwin

Ames Despatch on Lith Inquiry Sparks Race Debate

Gov. Ames releases full dispatch to the Attorney General dated September recounting that race issues heighten political tensions in some locales. He notes prior December assertions were contradicted but vindicated by the State Central Committee and accepts the odium of invoking Federal force to protect American citizens solely for their color.

Washington

Chicago Evangelical ministers invite Moody and Sankey to begin work

A meeting of Evangelical ministers in Chicago drew sixty one ministers and many laymen, from city and suburbs, to press Moody and Sankey to start their labors there. A Committee of Five was formed to deliver the invitation, urge a quick, favorable reply, and coordinate a united effort to prepare the way for the evangelists.

Hicago Moody and Sankey Chicago

Cleveland Murder Case Found in Back Yard at 25 Hope Street

The Commercial's Cleveland special reports Mrs McGillias, wife of Alex McGillias, found buried behind 25 Hope Street. Decomposition indicates death earlier. coroner's inquest reveals murder by McGillias who forced his two sons to dig the grave and bury Temains. Father and sons arrested.

Cincinnati Cleveland City Yesterda McGillias Alex. McGillias Hope Street

Whiskey Fraud Trials Open in St Louis Court

The cases of McDonald Joyce Fitzroy and Bevis charged with conspiring to destroy public records in the whiskey frauds were heard in the U.S. Circuit Court on a demurrer today with no decision announced.

St. Louis McDonald Joyce Fitzroy Bevis U.S. Circuit Court

Outlaw Doc Smith Arrested After Kearney Raid

Omaha Neb September 20 Sheriff captured Doc Smith on an island in the Platte River. He is identified as the Texas herder involved in the Kearney Junction raid and the man who killed Milton Collins.

Omaha, Neb Doc Smith Kearney Junction Platte River Milton Collins

Rival Wins Portland Challenge Cup Third Class Race

In the second trial for third class yachts in Portland, Rival completed 12 miles in 2 hours 16 minutes 56 seconds this afternoon, retaining the cup.

Portland

Wes ternvelt Case Verdict Guilty on Final Counts

In Philadelphia on September 20 the jury found Wes ternvelt guilty on the last three counts of the indictment. A motion for a new trial was immediately made.

Philadelphia Westervelt

Notable arrivals and local incidents cross the region

General Sheridan reached Sacramento escorted by a reception committee. A Freewill Baptist Society in Lowell unanimously invites Rev. E. W. Porter of Bath to its pastorate. John McCabe a Rockport teamster dies after a drunken fall under a wagon. Pierre Bourget, 28, a Lawrence carpenter, falls from a sixty foot church steeple and is fatal. Jesse Mitchell alias George Brown is jailed in New Bedford for horse stealing, possibly linked to a nearby assault. Newport Circuit Court sentencing includes Edward Dean six years for horse theft and James Bowman 60 dollars for selling liquor.

Gen. Sheridan Sacramento Freewill Baptist Society Lowell E. W. Porter Bath John McCabe Rockport Pierre Bourget Lawrence Mass Jesse Mitchell George Brown New Bedford Newport Dr Sands Mitchell N. H Edward Dean Claremont James M. Bowman Charlestown

Vast Floods Hit New Orleans and Galveston Islands

A Galveston dispatch reports extensive flood damage across the East and West ends of the city, with water depths up to nine feet in Oleander Park and surrounding areas. Homes and gardens destroyed, many structures scattered in streets, and widespread property losses expected to exceed five million dollars. Reports detail ships wrecked, dredges ashore, and significant harbor and rail damage along the Texas coast, with several communities reporting fatalities and missing persons.

New Orleans Galvyeston Tremont Street Oleander Park Centre Street Galveston Bay Gulf Peet Old Fort Bay Point Bay Ridge

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