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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1879
Page
2
The passage praises Christina for charity toward poor children and devotion to former servants while noting strong affections and tears at a Prague abbey nomination. It contrasts her perceived virtues with Thackeray’s biting satire, implying excessive idol worship beyond praise.
The cattle belt runs about 2000 miles long and 350 wide, from the Rio Grande to Manitoba, with most of it on high table lands. Costs to raise a 4-year-old steer rising to sell at depots around $350, while annual increases near 80 percent. Large drovers gain control. bankers prefer cattle accounts to mining, Denver banker noting.
A year into Providence's charity reform, able bodied applicants now work in a wood-yard for fifty cents a day, reducing outdoor aid to 13,240 from 19,145. Unworthy long-time recipients exited the system, beggars diminished, and station-house lodgings fell from 9,425 to 2,479.
Charles E Schuyler telegraph operator at Buffalo lured the daughter of a prominent citizen from school to a strange house and by threats endeavored to obtain 500 dollars from her father She escaped and Schuyler was arrested Chester Goodale of South Egremont Mass found senseless in his stable with pockets rifled head beaten cannot survive Rowell leads New York pedestrian contest Panchot and Jackson drop out Gen Grant greeted by Chinese in San Francisco German Austrian alliance excites European politics Mrs Lounsbury of Stratford Conn to be arraigned for her husband murder
The list records crossing prices for mining stocks in San Francisco on September 25, naming Alpha Mammoth Belcher Northern Belle Best & Belcher Ophir Bullion Overman California Raymond & Ely Savannah Consol’d Virginia Sierra Nevada Crown Point Union Consolidated Eureka Consolidated Yellow Jacket Exchequer Bodie Gould & Curry Potosi Imperial Hecla & Norcross Martin White Julia Consolidated Independence Justice Consolidated Pacific with prices ranging from 1% to 71% and including several companies such as Crown Point and Imperial among others. Many entries show fractional percentages and some typographical errors in stock names common to period market summaries.
At Madison Square Garden, Rowell extended his lead in the walking race, reaching 402 miles by 1 a.m. as Merritt and Hazael battle for second. Pan chot and Jackson dropped out amid fatigue. crowds buzz over betting with estimates near $200,000 by week’s end. Weston clashed with fans while Hazael pressed forward amid injuries and waning strength.
The Sutro Independent reports hermit Old Mother Dildine, 63, visited town for supplies. She aims to sell 500 goats and plans to return to Massachusetts if successful. She departed the mountains Thursday with a pillow-case of eatables and clothing.
Portland city government approved accepting the Deering Oaks gift of forty five acres for a park. Additional parcels remain to be bought with nine thousand dollars appropriated for the purpose.
The Creedmoor long range tournament ends with Jackson taking first prize for a grand total of 214 and earning a $100 prize for the highest score in the first class over the last three days. Sumner follows with 629 points, while Hyde Brown Scott Farrow and others post scores.
In Newport Rhode Island on September 25 1900 the Felies against Alfred Smith case was continued. Principal witnesses Smith and Felies testified. The jury was instructed at 6 30 PM and later dismissed at 9 40 PM after the foreman reported jury deadlock with three Newport men for Smith and the others for the Felies.
John C. New former U S Treasurer attacked banker George R. Bissell at the Fifth Avenue Hotel over a business dispute. Bissell, once colonel of the Twenty-fifth Massachusetts, says New accused him of publishing a damaging article. New struck him, then friends removed him. Bissell declined further confrontation, defending his honor.
Pittsfield Mass Sept 25 Chester Goodale 89 a South Egremont farmer was found unconscious in his barn with head wounds after an assault. Blood on ceiling and sledge-hammer remains suggest a robbery murder by concealed attackers two days dead. A $500 reward was offered as investigators search for the culprits. Goodale was a wealthy farmer and marble quarry owner, grandfather of child poets Dora and Elaine Goodall.
Bridgeport Conn Sept 25 after a coroner jury acquitted Mrs Louns bury of criminal responsibility a grand juror issued a complaint read to her by Justice Smith who asked for a plea without counsel she pleaded guilty and proceedings were postponed until morning Goodwin Stoddard named as attorney and a new complaint expected. Mr Lounsburys funeral set for Saturday at Christ Church Stratford with notable clergy attendance. Hearing delayed to permit physicians testimony on her condition for safe movement.
Senator Bruce heads the Freedman's Bank Investigating Committee. He says the forthcoming report will reveal startling facts and that key ledger pages are torn out. Creditors may receive up to 50 percent if Congress purchases the building, though not more. Also noted are upcoming mail service boosts and a change to distillery cask branding with burned or cut letters.
From Susanville a report says Alturas Modoc county lost its entire business district in a Monday night blaze. Belleville Alderman Farley’s residence burned by tramps. Carroll Iowa fire destroyed much of the town center with losses estimated at 150000 to 200000. Henry S. Chapman saloon premises and Masonic Odd Fellows Hall and Presbyterian Church among damaged buildings. insurers include Springfield Fire and Marine and Phenix of Hartford. Rebuilding underway.
The Democratic State Convention in St Paul adopted a platform urging tariff revision, Greenbacks and free silver, and denouncing army presence at polls. It nominated Edward Rice for Governor and E P Barnum for Lieutenant Governor on the first ballot, then adjourned for revision.
Berlin reports that Bismarck sought direct talks with Andrassy and his successor to confirm Austria’s goodwill. The semi-official note says discussions reaffirm the peaceful policy and economic accord between Germany and Austria. Paris dispatches note Bismarck’s cordial aim to maintain relations with France after a meeting with Teisserne De Bost.
Berlin Sept 25 The Provincial Correspondence publishes an appeal to Prussian electors urging renewed trust in Bismarck for the upcoming Landtag elections. It notes negotiations with a distinguished envoy at Gastion, promises no sacrifice of state power, and pledges tax reductions and a state takeover and reorganization of private railways for uniformity and efficiency.
London dispatch says Khurum and Khyber line communications are strengthened with reinforcements and posts fortified in expectation of local troubles. General Baker’s force reached Kashiwed. Yakoob Khan’s envoys met General Roberts and pledged the Ameer’s friendliness and willingness to follow British guidance.
West Africa dispatches report Stanley and followers arriving at Sierra Leone to complete Congo River exploration. Steam launches and haulage gear are readied at Banana Creek. Stanley used the name Swinburne, causing steamer authorities to scrutinize his aims. A Paris Gaulois critique targets Zarilla’s intrigues amid fear of broader anti France moves. Belgian bishops order clergy to withhold absolution from public school families. Moccolo, a two year old, wins the Bretby Stakes. bought for 435 guineas. Cunard Brest captain suspension follows recent shipwreck. Fortitude wins Newmarket handicap.
The Barnstable Agricultural Society completed its two day fair amid stormy weather yet strong attendance. Jersey cattle led the stock, with horses sheep pigs and poultry also well represented. Fruit and vegetables decorated the lower hall, peaches and grapes especially fine. Officers elected included Azariah Eldridge as president and F B Goss as secretary. The society owns about ten acres and a fine hall. debt reduced to 250. The 3,000 attendees enjoyed a Cape sons holiday and a large annual dinner.
Mr May Mason of Pawtucket 92 attended on the judges stand as balloons rose during the afternoon. Prof Fisher performed arial feats on a trapeze bar, prizes awarded amid crowds. The open to all race was won by Merty Morris in 2 28, J C Webster's Lucy won the 250 limit race, and Rake won the pacing race.
On the turf in Louisville Ben Hill won the 1 1 8 mile race with a dead heat against Victim. Irish King won the 1 3 4 mile stallion stake as Jiles Johnson was runner up. Bath Maine trotting produced Watchmaker and Tommy as winners in 2 42 and 3 00 classes. Montpelier Vermont hosted a Washington County Fair day with multiple 3 minute class results. Taunton Bristol County Fair and Bradford Vermont fairs featured open harness races with times from 2 34 to 2 43 and notable riders. Plymouth Grafton and Milford fairs reported varied race outcomes and gun seizure notes at Plymouth. Narragansett Park continued fall meetings with several 2 30 times. Middlesex County Lowell fair trotting concluded with Bristol Bill and Blue Nose among others.
New England notices report George Wardwell aged about 14 drowned when a boat capsized at Winterport and his body recovered. Also Maine injuries, deaths, court decisions, church appointments, and a series of tall ships measurements with names and lengths.
Cyrus Lamprey of Gilmantown New Hampshire about fifty was driving a loaded team when the wheel passed over him on Wednesday. It is feared he is fatally injured. At Mt Washington heavy rain turned to snow and a gale blew eighty miles per hour with a 23 degree thermometer. Summit House hosted about fifty guests. Deputy Sheriff Smart arrested Alphonso Caswell in South Hampton on two liquor selling complaints and one for keeping a house of ill fame. He will be examined at Portsmouth.
A young Frenchman named Roberts drowned in Burlington’s lake on Monday. P A Clark of Glover was badly hurt by a bull. In Windsor County Court the plaintiff in Perry v Town of Putney won 1108.35 for highway damages. State v Raferty found guilty of assault with felonious intent. Williams v murder trial to last two to three days. Boyd v Town of Leedsboro won 910 for highway injuries. Bowker v Town of Dover won 995 for highway injuries. The term may stretch two weeks.
Edward Flynn is held in Lowell for embezzling 105 dollars from J G Read wringing machine dealer. James Grimes found dead in New Bedford believed natural cause. A child injured in North Rdams losing a leg after fall from truck wagon. A 820 pound leathered turtle captured at Marion exhibited at Taunton fair. Job Leonard of Fall River rich from iron ore rise, offers wage hikes. Boys escape Almshouse by rope. another boy breaks leg. First Unitarian Society semi centennial in Lowell with address and poem. Elder Egremont found insensible in stable. fears for life. Marlboro granite tablet marks Marlboro Meeting House site 1668 1676. Simon B Harris arrested in Lowell then quits as officer. warrant issues. Judge Crosby case and temperance speaker Warren cancelled amid damaging reports. Warren accused of desertion and hotel debts. Fall River strikes show weakness as workers delay return. Howard the strike leader sighted delaying terms. Chace Mill workers set to board houses Monday as district police barracks planned.
Gloucester report lists Joseph Sayward as chairman Lauchlin McDougall as secretary and Orlando Garland as treasurer The week’s fish arrivals total 79 with shipments from Greenland Banks Georges and Newfoundland plus shore mackerel and a Newfoundland squiding trip The schooner Mary E returned with full cargo and the Bay State also headed home Authorities note a Butler campaign flag raising planned for Thursday and death of Albert Sears at No 4 Sargent Street Banks declare dividends and aldermen vote against parade funding.
The U S practice ship Minnesota adrift from its moorings in Newport outer harbor Thursday morning touched bottom near the Fort Adams permanent wharf. It was hauled off the bottom by the torpedo steamer Nina without further incident.
Fast Hartford reports 100 cases of chills and fever as families fall ill. The illness has spread to Manchester and Bolton, hindering work in the former. Thomas Richmond, an Enfield Shaker barred from the fold, is at the poor farm while his status is resolved. Shaker leaders plan to pay Richmond to depart, possibly several hundred dollars, having settled his hotel board but refusing readmission.
Abington Mass September 25 large crowds gathered at Weymouth Fair Grounds for the firemen muster with prizes up to 300 dollars. Parades and contests followed including streams competition in a large tent. Winners included Conqueror of South Weymouth 229 ft 314 in Gen Bates East Weymouth 224 ft 10.5 in Constitution of Hingham 212 ft 5 in and Okammakamesit Marlboro 213 ft 2.25 in.
Up to noon today the following attachments were levied on the stock of Feist Frank Co Hellman Bros Joseph Harbaugh William Schaller Bros Simon Marks M Levy Felix Feist Benjamin Hogan et als L White et als Horace B Claflin. The firm members decline to comment as interested parties are already advised of the failure and a liabilities and assets statement is being prepared for when New York creditors arrive.
Frank Playter of Girard testified that Hosack handed him a paper claiming payment for his vote for Senator Ingalls but cross-examination altered the statement. H. C. Fisher said a dark room encounter offered him 250 dollars to vote for his side, though he could not identify the side. C. E. Faulkner spoke on caucus vote counts as Chairman Saulsbury pushes to hasten the probe.
The Herald’s San Francisco despatch reports Chinese delegates led by the Vice Consul presenting a congratulatory address to General Grant before a reception. Grant thanked them and noted the kindness shown in China. Col Bee praised Mrs Grant for easing domestic exclusiveness in China and offered an ivory casket as a memento.
In Memphis on September 25 seven cases were logged, with four white, two colored, and one Chinaman affected. Among the victims were Henry Crane, Wm. Crane, J. B. Ghia, and Wah Lee, proprietor of a Chinese laundry. Four deaths followed, including Ludeler Byrd, a colored person. Five new negro cases appeared on President's Island, five miles south of the city. Donations to the Howards reached 4910 dollars. Thermometer ranged from 52 to 71 degrees.
The Public Banquet Committee met Gen. Grant who said he awaits a Sherman despatch about Army of the Tennessee veterans gathering. He plans to visit Yosemite next week and will fix the banquet date after his return, depending on Sherman’s reply.
The President arrived at 10 o'clock to a large crowd in NrosHo Fauts Kan. Greetings were offered by Gov. St. John and Congressman Gooden. He delivered his Youngstown speech with minor changes and departed at 6 o'clock for Emporia amid enthusiastic reception.
The government records growing adherence from municipalities and political parties island wide. Puerto Principe shows especially enthusiastic support as ex chiefs of the former insurrection maintain a peaceful stance, with Santiago de Cuba the only province noted as unsettled.
An older colored wood-sawyer named Hiram Woodyard of Emmittsburg Maryland married Mary Constant on Wednesday evening of last week. The ceremony was performed by Rev. M Carter at the couple's residence on Poplar Ridge. The bride was bridesmaid, her sister being the wife of the groom's eldest son.
In Leadville Colorado on September 25, after a skirmish at Buckeye Bill mine two weeks earlier, rival factions built forts named Fort Hell and Fort Damnation. Fort Hell opened fire on Fort Damnation, killing a man named Connors instantly. A flag was raised and the body removed as widespread excitement gripped the area.
Delegates from the Kansas Exodus Relief Committee resolved that as funds run out, steps should be taken to direct the influx of African Americans into other and older states where resources and populations offer better chances for their settlement and success.
In Providence Common Pleas the jury found the New York Providence and Boston Railroad Company liable for injuries to Mrs. B. A. Cotton after a passenger car derailed and left the track. The verdict totals $5,000.
The grain market in Baltimore shows a week of brisk activity with large wheat receipts totaling 1 510 000 bushels and weekly sales of 6 958 900 bushels. No 2 winter red on spot hit 128 while Southern amber ranged 123 to 135. Bears forced a decline as Western wheat fell 0.64 and Southern 9 cents from yesterday. Flour futures advanced up to 75 cents per barrel.
New York September 25 The Sun reports Widow Oliver, suing Simon Cameron for breach of promise, in utter destitution. She left for Washington yesterday to seek care from the Commissioners of the Poor who have promised aid at the public almshouse.
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