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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1894
Page
1
The fall opening highlights extensive improvements and a large new stock at low margins. Shoppers are invited to inspect a full line of salts in single and double breasted sacks and frock styles. Massachusetts Clothing Company on Manover Street near the corner of Portland and Washington Streets.
Not guilty is the verdict in the Ilkenhans murder trial. Jury verdict came at 3 50 p m as Ilkenhans greeted counsel Judge E Grover and jury, then hosted a ten minute family levee with his kin in the library. He thanked District Attorney Harris and headed for the depot toward Sharon.
The store at corner Washington and Beach Streets, formerly Fenno's, announces completed alterations and extends a cordial invitation to inspect a handsome display of Men's and Boys' Clothing Furnishings Hats and Shoes. Each department offers reliable goods and helpful service to ensure customers get the best value, as the opening is welcomed.
John H Pray Sons Co announces the season with a complete upholstery line featuring Lace Net Curtains and Lambrequins, priced at 5.25 and 7.50 per pair respectively. Also offered are 3.50 per pair cotton tapestry curtains and 60 cent per yard fabrics in matching colors for window hangings.
John H Pray Sons and Co advertises carpets and upholstery services at 658 Washington Street opposite Boylston Street, detailing offerings and contact points for customers seeking fabric and furniture care.
Colonel Dwight Morris was found dying in his Bishop block rooms in Bridgeport. He served as Secretary of State from 1877 to 1879 and led the Fourteenth Connecticut Volunteers. He was minister to France under Lincoln and headed local Sons of the Revolution and the State Society of the Cincinnati. Heart trouble caused his death at about 70.
Forecast for Thursday calls for generally fair weather in Maine New Hampshire and Vermont with possible rain Thursday night southeast and east winds rising to gales on the coast and a little warmer. Massachusetts Rhode Island Connecticut expect fair weather with evening rain on the coast and east winds with coastal gales and slightly warmer interior. Eastern New York should be fair with rain in the far south, east winds and increasing to a gale in the southern area.
A reader can travel to Albany for five dollars using the Boston and Albany route, with passage via the Hudson to New York. The itinerary covers Fall River Line to Boston and begins October 9.
An advertisement describes a daily through service from Boston to New York via the Air Line Limited. The vestibuled train departs Boston at 3 PM and arrives Willimantic by 9 PM, featuring buffet smokers parlor cars coaches and dining car with table d hote dinner priced at $1. Stops include Boston and New York terminals at Summer Street Boston and Grand Central New York.
A September 26 report warns Atlantic coastal residents from Georgia to Massachusetts of a lively gale as a hurricane moves up the Florida coast and then seaward. The storm is expected to recurve near St Augustine, with New York likely feeling effects by tomorrow night. The Weather Bureau alerted Gray Gables and advised caution before sailing. Coastal towns from Connecticut to Florida were warned of violent gales and high tides, though winds are not expected to match last August’s record 58 mph.
The hurricane hit Jacksonville at 11 a m with 46 mph winds and heavy rain paralyzing business. The Everett Hotel was unroofed, the unfinished Union depot and two houses collapsed, and losses reached 20 000. Dozens injured, no fatalities reported. River rose three feet, Mayport flooded, trains halted, and orange groves along Indian River damaged.
The Savannah area and Tybee Island endure escalating storm violence as barometer falls. Government officers rush to quarantine stations to inspect damage, fearing total destruction of the station and widespread loss of life on the sea islands.
A fierce windstorm hit Orangeburg at 6 o'clock this evening with winds up to forty five miles per hour. Trees and telegraph poles are down and crops, especially corn and cotton, sustained heavy damage.
Wilmington reports a wind storm with continuous rain prevailing as of September 26. The city endures gusty winds and persistent showers impacting streets and daily activities. No injuries or damages are detailed in the brief dispatch.
Asbury Park braces for a cyclone expected to hit tonight as strong winds sweep the coast. Surf runs high and tides rise with waves lashing the shore while all life guards stay on duty watching the sea.
Plan a VIP journey to New York with travel by Albany and the Hudson River on October 9, returning via the Fall River line. Tickets priced at five dollars are available at 232 Washington street.
Jordan Marsh advertises a large stock of Men’s and Ladies’ Boots at low prices this fall. It promotes a $3.00 Goodyear West boot and a $4.00 Hand-Sewed boot for both ladies and gentlemen, pledging full warrant coverage and inviting customers to inspect the lines.
Four kre and a crowd of about twenty thousand witnessed a dramatic Mystic Park contest. Arion, Forbes prize gelding valued at $100 000, raced despite lung congestion as the crowd pushed for seats. Nelson the horse led the field in garnet velveteens amid a sunlit, chaotic scene of cheers and disappointment.
In a Middlesex Civil Court in East Cambridge, a jury led by Chief Justice Mason awarded Nicholas White damages of 16817.50 after Medford town, then a city, condemned part of his land for Governor's avenue. The lengthy trial followed disputes over compensation, land taken, and impairment of remaining property.
A New England AP rep informs President Cleveland of the Democratic State convention results in New York. He says he is not in touch with the situation there but believes the convention has done the best thing possible. He notes interest in Senator Hill's consent to run and mentions approaching gale threats.
Melbourne report says Premier J. R. Patterson and all Victorian ministers have resigned. Opposition leader Mr Turner is entrusted with forming a new cabinet. The development signals a major political realignment and pending reshuffle in Victoria.
Copenhagen Sept 26 The Russian belted cruiser General Admiral is aground off Refsnas. Assistance has been sent to her.
BUENOS AYRES Sept 26 General Egusquiza elected President of Paraguay to fill the vacancy after the enforced resignation of President Gonzales last June.
The catalog promotes antique carved oak chests with brass fittings and spike heads. Each chest is aged to look a century old, stained oak, heavy chain lids, optional casters, fluted corner posts, and medieval carving. Priced as a trifling expense to add character to a room.
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