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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1890

Page

8

Message of the Spirit at Tufts Russell Lecture

The Russell Lecture at Tufts featured Dr. C. H. Eaton and Rev. E. A. Horton discussing charity and patriotism. Horton urged three canons for individual and church life: forget and reach forward, rightly divide, and grandly interpret. He framed Christianity as Christ and urged Christians to test beliefs by their social utility, not mere truth.

Russell Tufts C. H. Eaton New York E. A. Horton Second Church Mr. Slorton Church of the Spirit Christ Rhine Ynan Horton Christendom

Russell Lecture at Tufts by Dr. Eaton on Christianity and Patriotism

The Rev. Dr. C. H. Eaton of New York preached the Russell lecture in Goddard Chapel Tufts College yesterday afternoon before a large audience of students alumni and friends. The topic was The Importance of Christian Faith and Belief in the Formation of the Character of the Good Citizen and the Good Man Dr Eaton a Tufts graduate and noted pulpit orator outlined his view with clear rhetoric and authority.

C. H. Eaton D.D New York Chapin Russell Goddard Chapel Tufts College

Sermon on Unity and Solitude at Church of the Disciples

At the Church of the Disciples Rev Charles G Ames returns from Manchester where he preached at New South Free Church. He warns against excessive social gathering and stresses that true church life arises from honest fellowship and public spirit while cautioning against trivial or selfish assemblies.

Church of the Disciples Charles G. Ames Ames Manchester New South Free Church Camden and Tremont Streets

True Religion as Social Bond and Higher Law

A speaker argues true religion unites diverse people under a higher law beyond charters and constitutions. He says enlightened self-interest should bind all, but stronger social bonds arise from shared spiritual forces, justice, truth, and loyalty to right that bind individuals, family, industry, and nation.

Ames

Masked Men Attack Groceryman in New Haven

William Mc Garrall, a wealthy New Haven grocer, was assaulted and sandbagged by three masked men while walking home from his store. He was left unconscious with a concussion, moved to a hospital, and unable to identify his assailants. A small sum, 3 cents, was found on him. the trio aimed for the store safe, but no crew has been traced.

New Haven Conn William McGarrall McGarrall

Murder at North Amherst Leaves Two Dead

In North Amherst on Sept 21 James B. Davis shot Eva Holden dead and wounded James Hardeker after a dance a hitching jig. Holden, about sixteen, had lived as a domestic with postmaster K Ainsworth. Davis, infatuated, followed her despite threats. Hardeker, drunk, was wounded in the groin and is in critical condition. Davis surrendered, pleaded not guilty, preliminary exam set for Wednesday. Buzzard's Bay racing notes follow with yacht results and protests.

North Amherst James B. Davis Eva Holden James Hardeker Miss Holden K. Ainsworth Hardeker Davis Eva William Dwight Ware

Army and naval orders list various transfers and assignments

Washington dispatch lists Captain William C. Forbush and other officers reassigned to depots fortifications and recruiting duties. It notes leave for First Lieutenant James O. Green, several naval officers ordered to the Alert, lighthouse district changes, Coast Survey duties, and the revocation of a prior order for Lieutenant-Commander Hitchcock with further assignments through October 7.

Washington William C. Forbush Fifth Cavalry Jefferson Barracks Horace Neide Fourth Infantry San Francisco Cal New York City William Gariach Third Infantry Fort Meade D. C Fort Snelling Minn John P. Story Fourth Artillery Annapolis Philadelphia Bethlehem and Thurlow Penn Sandy Block N. J Watervliet Arsenal N. Y Boston Mass James O. Green L. M. Strife F. M. Olcott N. M. Iyer William P. Ray Michigan Coast Survey R. Wainwright Naval Observatory Denis i. Mahan McArthur William H. Allen Navy Department FE. A. Anderson Coast Survey Office J. F. McGuinness Hassenblury B. Wilson Hydrographic Office M. R. Calvert Navy Yard New York Doin J. Ford Independence KR. D. Hitchcock William TI. Burwell Norfolk Arthur Peterson J. PS. Lawrence Asiatic Station

The Blessings of Protection on Vermont Mica

A Vermont buyer reports mica prices rising due to tariff increases. Vendors explain duties were raised to 35 percent after quarry owners sought higher tariffs, making the mineral more expensive for consumers. The piece suggests protectionism inflates costs of daily necessities and mocks a tariff advocate’s rhetoric.

Vermont Washington

Robbers Break In At Gray Street Home Steal Jewelry

The dwelling of Richard Sparks at 57 Gray Street was entered last evening while the family attended church. Thieves forced a rear window by piling boxes, stealing jewelry valued at 150 dollars and 20 dollars in cash.

Richard Sparks Gray Street

Saturday Yacht Race at Dorchester Bay Crowned Queen Mab

The Massachusetts Yacht Club series raced on Dorchester Bay with northwest wind. Sixth class winner Queen Mab by corrected time 1h 14m 39s ahead of Posy. Seventh class Magpie led to Li 19m 38s, Peni retired after Peri accident. Eighth class Psyche won in 1h 21m 16s, Paradox 1h 24m 13s, Mirage 1h 24m 50s.

Massachusetts Yacht Club Dorchester Bay Posy Queen Mab Magpie Peri Psyche Paradox Mirage W. O. Gay F. ‘. Hunt H. G. Otis Peni F. Driscoll F. Gray N. M. Clark Dearborn

Dorchester Yacht Club Races On Dorchester Bay

Dorchester Yacht Club held a post noon club race on Dorchester Bay with three classes. First Class results show Mudgekeecis skippered by W. P. Whitmarsh winning in 1h 3m, Gilt Edge with D. L. Whittemore 1h 6m 14s, Montezuma 1h 12m 22s, Rival 1h 15m 53s. Second Class winner Viento skippered by C. B. Pear in 1h 39m. Special Class Scamp Jr. captained by H. M. Nute at 1h Blin 53s with Beatrice J Preston 1h 53m 11s and Rose skippered by F. W. Porter listed as disabled.

Rival Nickerson Viento C. B. Pear Scamp, Jr H. M. Nute Blin Beatrice St. Preston Rose F. W. Porter

Essex Club Annual Race at Conoma Point

The Essex Yacht Club rag sailed off Conoma Point on Saturday with corrected times listing Idie Hour Woodman at 56 minutes 37 seconds, Bray mone E B James 57 minutes 25 seconds, Daisy W H H Burnham 58 minutes 10 seconds, Voina J W Norwood 1 hour 42 seconds, and Gussoon L B Norton 1 minute 22 seconds.

Essex Club Essex Yacht Club Rag Conoma Point Idie Dr. Woodman Braymone E. B. James Daisy H. H. Burnham Voina J. W. Norwood Gussoon L. B. Norton

Savin Hill Yacht Club Championship Race Draws One Victory

A race for the Savin Hill Yacht Club third class title was sailed off Savin Hill. Boats Florrie and Elsie competed with Florrie winning as she pleased after Elsie suffered a peak mishap. Another race will be sailed since each boat has won a leg to date.

Savin Hill

Manchester-by-the-Sea Yacht Race Yields Four Class Winners

Local yachtsmen sailed for color trophies in four classes at Manchester-by-the-Sea on Saturday. Corrected times list First Class winner Jester KE P Crocker 45m55s. Second Class Undine J R Shaughnessy 47m183s. Third Class May B J L Bremer 45m16s. Fourth Class Bianche E P Crooker 44m43s, with top runners including Mary Alice, Tyut, Toledo and others.

Manchester Manchester-by-the-Sea Jester KE. P. Crocker Bess. Mahoney & Baker Undine J. R. Shaughnessy Helen A. F. O’brien May B J. L. Bremer Samaria George P. Fustis Surprise P. Crooker Bianche E. P. Crooker Mary Alice EB. P. Stanley Tyut A. W. Maslin Toledo

Cinderella Defeats Clara In Long Island Sound Race

A match race between the cutter Clara and the sloop Cinderella on Long Island Sound near Captain's Island, nine miles from Larchmont Yacht Club, ended with Cinderella winning after Clara broke her bobstay in a squall while leading, Cinderella also damaged but continuing to win.

Cinderella Clara Long Island Sound Larchmont

Judge Morton Honored At Bristol Bar Banquet

The Bristol County Bar Association held a banquet at Parker House honoring Hon. James M. Morton recently appointed to the state Supreme bench. Attendees included many judges, mayors, and legal officials from Fall River New Bedford Taunton and nearby towns with speeches by notable figures like M Wood Milton Reed and Wendell H Cobb.

Bristol County Bar Association Parker House James M. Morton Bracktt Supreme Bench Jonathan Wood Fall River Murton Reed William KE. Fuller Taunton Alanson C. Borden New Bedford Andrew J. Jennines Andrew Wright Simeon Borden Supreme Mayor Clifford Jackson Mayor Alger Nicholas Hathaway le Barron D. Holmes John H. Galligan A. N. Lincoln Simeon Borden, Jr John W. Cummings Arthur E. Perry M. Wood Milton Reed A A M. Stetson Fox John J. Sanford Wendell H. Cobb James T. Dean Launton Knowlton James Brown Charles A. Clifford Charles A. Reed Fuller H. K. Bratey Clifford Judge Borden

Something Better Than a Fortune Address At YMCA

The Rev J L George of Dartmouth N S preached before the Boston Young Men's Christian Association at 4 pm to 600 young men. John Stewart directed music and sang an original song inspired by the Quincy accident titled Where's Danger Ahead. Many youths joined in the service afterward.

Christian Association Services J. L. George Presbyterian Church of Dartmouth Boston Young Men’s Christian Association John Stewart Quincy

Steamer Maverick Arrives From Philadelphia

A coalheaver named William O Sullivan, living in Philadelphia, drowned after leaping from the steamer Maverick about fifty miles southeast of Cape Cod while the ship was near sea. Authorities suppose he was insane and the vessel arrived in port yesterday.

Maverick Philadelphia Cape Cod William O'Sullivan

Labor Meetings and Unions Rally Across City Halls

About two hundred boiler makers met in Cakedonian Hall to discuss joining the American Federation of Labor. T J Carson, president of the boiler makers union, said strikes are not favored and highlighted wage standards and shorter hours across coastal shipyards. Other unions met at 1189 Washington street to form a city council of the trade, draft bylaws, and appoint walking delegates. Local Knights of Labor and Carpenters and Joiners units advanced resolutions for Congress against binding twine on the free list.

Cakedonian Hall American Federation of Labor T. J. Carson International Brotherhood of Boiler Makers and Iron Shipbuilders’ Union Carpenters and Join Washington Street Knights of Labor Congress Blatchford Hall C. E. Wheeler Burns Union 87 Charlestown Clothing Trades Employees Amalgamated Building ‘Trades Council Pythian Hall

Meeting of creditors over Salter Silk Co failures

Creditors of the Salter Silk Company at 38 Bedford Street held a Saturday meeting chaired by Sumner Albee of Cambridgeport National Bank. Assignees read the assignment and set forth liabilities totaling about 18,216 dollars with a 13,569 dollar accommodation paper issue. Assets were listed near 24,130 dollars, and a committee including Weston K Lewis and A A Adams was appointed to investigate. The assignees were authorized to sell on credit subject to committee approval.

J. T. Salter Silk Company Bedford Street Sumner Albee Cambridgeport National Bank Lillian Weatherbee Oscar A. Marden W. W. Coolidge William M. Carroll Mr. Carroll Seavey, Koster & Bowman Seavey, Foster & 3Ochman Seavey Foster & Bowman Jon C. Coombs Massachusetts John A. Bowman Seavey, Foster & Bowman Weston K. Lewis A. A. Adams

Illinois Central reports gain in gross earnings and new stock issue

The Illinois Central directors report higher gross earnings for the year with only a small drop in net earnings and no significant rise in bonded debt. They ask stockholders to approve issuing 5 million dollars in new stock to fund permanent improvements and new equipment. Detailed totals show 16.452 million in gross earnings, with 5.685 million spent and an apparent deficit, offset by surplus and dividend funds. The Chicago Madison & Northern line cost approaches 10 million, with 1218 miles of road and plans for independent Chicago terminals costing about 5.06 million, pushing costs to over 75 thousand dollars per mile.

Ilinois Central Railroad Illinois Central Dubuque Sioux City Cedar Falls Minnesota New York Chicago, Madison & Northern Freeport Madison Dodgeville Chicago

Northwest roads raise grain and millstuffs rates October 1

Rates by lake and rail to New York Boston Philadelphia Baltimore Albany Utica will rise October 1 from 22 to 25 cents to New York 27 42 to 30 cents to Boston to Philadelphia 19 42 to 22 cents to Baltimore 22 42 to 24 42 cents to Albany 2 1 2 to 23 cents to Utica Syracuse Erie and Buffalo keep unchanged Fitchburg railroad announces sixth autumnal excursion to New York via Hoosac Tunnel and Hudson River steamer depart October 2 and return October 3 or 4 fare five dollars. overnights and extra days offer.

Minneapolis Minn Northwest New York Boston Philadelphia Baltimore Albany Utica Syracuse Erie Buffalo Fitchburo Railroad Hoosac Tunnel Hudson River Fitchburg State Capitol Fall River Line Pier 28 Murray Street

Guests From Quaker City Stay At Thorndike Hotel

Visitors arrive from Philadelphia and Chicago at Thorndike and other houses, with lists including Howard Gibson and wife, Mrs. C. C. Pinckney Norris, and numerous guests from New York, Washington, Boston, Montreal, and beyond. The lengthy arrivals span several hotels and include reporters, professionals, and travelers from Europe and across the United States.

Howard Gibson C. C. Pinckney Norris Thorndike Philadelphia Vendome S. W. Gilman Gilman Chicago C. G. Wellesley Colorado Henry May Washington F. H. Reed New York Brunswick Emile Bossut Bordeaux France J. A. Bishop Walter Wood J. P. Labouisse New Orleans C. J. Driscoll Omaha Neb P. A. Prescott Southbridge H. L. Bryant Brockton Gertrude Gooding Victor Herbert W. D. Kirk St. Paul Minn F.C. Gardner Yarmouth N.S L. C. Voorhees Ripley Denver Col Youna J. F. Swayne Fort Worth Tex E. G. Kenny Halifax D. Fr W. TH. White Lewiston G. T. Childs Springfield A. J. Bill Willimantic Conn F.A James Shelburne Falls J. F. Wood Portland J.C. Hilliard Hartford Nantucket E. Gately A. Sweeny W Burgess St. John N. G B. R. Hyman Indianapolis Ind

Inundations in Austria Hungary prompt urgent appeal

An urgent appeal calls for aid to Bohemia Vorarlberg and other Austrian regions struck by devastating floods. Consul Arthur Donner at 70 State Street directs city contributions to Prague and Bohemia’s governor Count Thun, noting extensive damage, ruined homes and farms, and widespread distress. Contributions via the Consulate General in New York will be remitted to government seats.

Austria-Hungary Arthur Donner State Street Austria Bohemia Vorarlberg Prague Strand Charles Bridge Moldavian Hibe Count Thun Aeee Newark Elbe Moldavia Beraun Wottawa Luznitz Naser Malisch Europe Agni Cacia Anton von Palitscher Imp Roy New York Broadway

The Wax Starch Invention by J. Hubinger

The inventor J. Hubinger created Wax Starch as a superior cooking starch after Elastic Starch. It delighted the public with a glossy finish on linen when used hot or with Elastic for cold starching, promising unmatched laundry results.

J. ©. Hubinger

Franklin Savings Bank Seeks Property for Purchase or Lease

The Franklin Savings Bank at No 20 Boyston Street seeks to purchase or lease a parcel of at least 3000 square feet with a frontage of not less than twenty feet. It must have good light and lie in the section between Washington and Charles, Winter and the north side of Eliot Street. Advertisement appears in the real estate column.

Franklin Savings Bank Boyston Street Washington and Charles, Winer Eliot Street

Weekley Death Totals Dips. Diphtheria Falls to New Low

Last week 169 deaths reported to the Board of Health, down from 184 a year earlier. Diphtheria deaths numbered five, the lowest since August 1887. Italian fruit dealer George Calledorcio fined $2 in Municipal Court for blocking sidewalk at 2 and 4 Columbus avenue. Florence Street Primary School heating bids opened, lowest bid $2067 by Albert B Franklin, under review. Brockton cricket team lost to Longwood 143 to 24. Chauncy Hall School primary department opens today.

Board of Health George Calledorcio Columbus Avenue City Hall Florence Street Rolindale Albert B. Franklin Brockton Cricket Longwood Chauncy Hall School

Tennis Tournament at Longwood Opens Sept 29

Longwood Cricket Club will run an open tennis tournament in singles and doubles on its grounds starting Monday September 29. Trials are best two of three sets with advantage in the deciding set, finals best three of five with ad vantage throughout. Entries close Saturday September 27. Wright & Ditson championship balls to be used. Play starts at 2 PM daily.

Longwood Cricket Club United States National Lawn Tennis Association Wright& Ditson

Two Railway and Sea Injuries Reported on New England Lines

George Mellen a fireman aboard the steamship Martello fell into a hold at sea last Thursday fracturing his thigh and collar bone. The Martello arrived at the New York and New England wharf and Mellen was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital. Colin Chisholm a brakeman on a New York and New England passenger train suffered a severe scalp wound and back injury after attempting to jump between coaches. He resided in Milford and was admitted to Massachusetts General Hospital.

George Mellen Martello New York & New England Massachusetts General Hospital Colin Chisholm Milford

Somerville Unitarian Pastor Preaches First Sermon

The Rev. Joel Hr. Metcalf of Meadville Penn preached his first sermon yesterday as pastor of the Second Unitarian Society of West Somerville. The society, only a few months old, shows promise of growth. Metcalf, a Meadville Theological School graduate, comes highly regarded by Unitarian leaders. A reception honored the new pastor on Saturday evening.

Somerville Joel Hr. Metcalf Meadville Penn Second Unitarian Society of West Somerville Metcalf Meadville Theological School

Funeral of Mrs Jacques in Somerville

The funeral for Mrs. Jacques widow of William Jacques was held from her former home on Jacques street Winter Hill Somerville yesterday afternoon. The Rev J S Thomson former pastor of First Unitarian Church officiated. The burial was at Mr Auburn.

Jacques Jacaues William Jacques Jacques Street Winter Hill Somerville J.S. Thomson First Unitarian Church Jacquet Auburn

Essex Club Dines With Governor Brackett and Notables

The Essex Club held its monthly dinner at Young's with Governor Brackett, Dr. George B. Loring, and Insurance Commissioner Merrill in attendance. General N P Banks presided. The Commercial Club met at Parker House and elected officers: President William A Russell, Vice President Charles H Allen, Secretary William L Chase, Treasurer Harrison Gardner, with General Francis A Walker, A D 8 Bell, and William E Allen on the executive committee. John Haskell Butler led Middlesex Club at Young's with Colonel Needham, General Hincks of Cambridge, and W G Rawson as speakers. The Massachusetts New England and Boston clubs also hosted dinners and speeches.

Essex Club Brackett George B. Loring Merrill Young’s N. P. Banks Commercial Club Parker House William A. Russell Charles H. Allen William L. Chase Harrison Gardner Francis A. Walker

Italians Celebrate in Newton on Rome Day

About one hundred fifty Italian workers at Waban joined a Newton water works project holiday observing the Rome capture anniversary and the Virgin Mary. Camps were festively decorated with flags bunting and lanterns. The program featured singing dancing music fireworks and a prayer at a simple shrine.

Newton Specia Waban Newton Water Works Rome

Electric cars begin regular trips in Waltham

The Newton Street Railway Company started daily trips in Waltham on Sept 21. The service runs half hour intervals throughout the day, carrying over three thousand five hundred passengers. Power is supplied by the Waltham Electric Lands Company, which installed special engines and motors.

Waltham Newton Street Railway Company Waltham Electric Lands Company

Lasell Seminary Opens With Larger Student Body

Lasell Seminary at Auburndale opens to a larger student body than ever, with many refused for lack of room and others accepted. Principal Bragdon hosts on his world tour as W P Shephard returns with his school party from Europe, Professors Hills and Davis back from abroad, and Dr Jane Hoyt takes residence as physician.

Lasell Seminary Auburndale Bragdon W. ‘Lp. Shepherd Europe J. H. Hills J. Walter Davis Jane KL. Hoyt

Probably not the hero of Plevna

A Boston letter writer asks the Post editor to note that an obituary for Ghazi Osman Pasha is premature The writer says the cable reports Osman Pasha lost but warns they are not the Ghazi of Plevna and suggests Ali Pasha or Ali Bey as the correct figure in question.

Ghazi Osman Pasha Osman Pasha Ghazi Plevna Peron Ali Pasha Ali Bey Coe Boston

Hood's Sarsaparilla Advertises Unique Tonic

An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy that increases appetite stimulates the liver cure headaches and restores vigor. The copy asserts its uniqueness and urges readers to buy from all druggists.

Hood

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