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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1885
Page
1
Washington reports show the Senate adjourned after a long session with no day set for further action. The piece traces Johnson era pardons and the Fourteenth Amendment barrier, notes Lawton's disability, and describes Pearson’s postmaster nomination sparking mixed reactions among old Democratic insiders and mugwumps in Washington.
Republican leaders signal limited opposition to the President’s nominations while preserving Senate power over appointments. Dawes notes tenure rules could shift if the Senate refuses to confirm, potentially keeping incumbents in place. Other Republicans express willingness to confirm unless civil service or public policy issues arise, framing non-action as routine rather than anti presidential intent.
In Washioton on April 4 agitation rises as Ray Boyd son of ex Speaker Boyd faces backlash after a failed South American mission. A Kentucky Democrat blocked the appointment over a burglary defense claim. Boyd accuses Oscar Turner of aiming to be President, hurling curses at Turner in the city, with Turner's son in attendance as tensions flare and a confrontation looms.
A fragment recalls Boyd's insistence on accountability for his remarks, noting he would welcome questions from the sou in response to his repeated epithets and remarks about this time or place.
The President sent nominations to the Senate for envoys extraordinary and ministers plenipotentiary to Chile Peru Japan and Germany, plus consuls and internal revenue collectors. Also named were a second assistant postmaster general candidate A L Knott and several postmasters. Executive session confirmed multiple postmasters and officers, including fiscal agents for the Navy and senior army staff appointments.
Washington April 8 Judge McCalmont of Pennsylvania was appointed commissioner of customs to succeed Judge Johnson in a Treasury post long held through three administrations. A 65 year old West Point graduate, former Pennsylvania judge and Union army colonel, he is a Benango county lawyer and long time practitioner. The salary is 4000 dollars annually.
An unofficial list names nominees who failed to be confirmed including Lewis McMullen of New York as appraiser for New York harbor W W Lang of Texas as consul at Hamburg Charles T Russell of Connecticut as consul at Liverpool A H Grogs of Pennsylvania as consul at Athens E P Howel of Georgia as consul at Manchester Henry P Kernochan of Louisiana as naval officer in New Orleans James O Henderson as collector of internal revenue Indiana John T McGraw as collector of internal revenue West Virginia Postmasters Henry L Kenyon Northfield George T Gross Allentown James Corcoran Rome New York
Savannah reports General A R Lawton says he received assurances from Washington lawyers that his Johnson pardon stands against the fourteenth amendment. He plans a private Washington visit in weeks to discuss with President Cleveland and Secretary Bayard, and will accept final withdrawal if that is the outcome. General Henry Jackson’s ministerial nomination to Mexico faces similar scrutiny, but he declined further discussion. Lawton’s withdrawal would cause disappointment in the South.
General Swaim in Wasurvoeton on April 4 faces renewed push to persuade the new administration to set aside the court martial finding and sentence. His friends claim the trial was a persecution and allege President Arthur sought Swaim’s removal for a friend, asserting the president favored the conspirators despite the facts.
A late four line dispatch details General Grant's grave illness with doctors warning of near death. Family, officials, and the public rally in sympathy across the South as bulletins describe dwindling strength and renewed hope amid reports of mental strain from his business losses.
The estate has been decided in court to belong to the wife’s heirs. Other heirs include William Keridan, Mrs Meath’s brother, and Mrs MD for sister, who lives in Menalla Illinois.
Castletox Vermont April 2 a notable horse named Hiram Hamilton draws attention as a fast pacer sired by Blackstone with strong bloodlines. Bred by H Hamilton of Fair Haven he came into use on Bolger brothers farm then began pacing on the derrick and lake ice, recording a mile in 2 minutes 1 second and signaling a bright future if he stays sound.
Smith Abrams of this place has filed for absolute divorce from his wife, a prominent stock breeder and society leader on Long Island. The couple, well known in Queens and Suffolk, stir social circles as details emerge including Denton the family physician and Isaac Horsefall named in the complaint.
Despatch from Commander Kane reports Aspinwall in ashes after insurrectionists breach the city. U S Marines dispatched. refugees flood the harbor area. The note notes Canal and Pacific Mail property saved, with potential clashes feared between regulars and insurgents near Colon.
A promotional notice offering $1.00 for 14 months to single subscribers and reduced rates for six months and six copies. It promises a large cash commission to agents who recruit subscribers, with a circular to applicants.
The report details General Grant's decline amid cancer exhaustion. Doctors warn heart failure is possible while relief and moments of improvement alternate with deepening weakness. Hypodermic brandy, morphine, and careful care keep him from immediate death as reporters and family await final news.
A South Carolina editorial condemns General Jubal Early’s surrender letter at Appomattox. It argues Grant’s generosity defined the moment, praising Grant as magnanimous and the North’s outlook as decisive for reconciliation, reflecting enduring wartime sentiment.
Newark April 4 Ex Secretary Frelinghuysen lies dangerously ill with a liver disorder, physician giving only hours to live. His condition worsened after a remittent fever in 1880 and his wife Frelinghuysen suffers apoplexy like illness, amplifying his distress. Her mood worsened after March 46, with hope fading and concern over her husband’s fate.
A southeast moving cyclone tore through central Missouri near Waverly in Lafayette County on April 3 causing darkness and a roaring sound. A wooden church collapsed and several houses were destroyed while trees were uprooted. Estimated damage reaches $100,000 with no injuries reported.
A powerful hurricane struck Marlin at 4 o'clock yesterday evening. It leveled frame churches storehouses and dwellings causing injuries to several residents. Farms in the region suffered significant damage though no fatalities are reported as yet.
A Corsicana despatch reports a terrible wind and hail storm that struck yesterday evening. Hailstones weighed several ounces smashing skylights and window panes while cattle suffered severe losses from the storm.
A Henrietta Texas dispatch says a convention of cattlemen meets to divide about 1,000,000 acres recently leased in the Indian territory. The lease, approved by the late administration, may face trouble under the new order, and the group plans to urge Washington to resolve the case promptly.
Mrs Thormas Meaty of Desplaines Street Chicago receives word from her brother William Sheridan a former Parliament member in Dunmore Ireland of an $800000 fortune. Her cousin married General Lawrence Blake of Saad Ti and died intestate.
The fragment lists neighbors Samuel Furman and Eddie Ruthard as cave co-respondents, describes Southard as a stylish jockey from New Zealand and a man of means, and notes all correspondents as wealthy, influential engineers except one. The tone reads like gossip about local elites and social standings.
Ambrose P. Leighton and Sterling, two Portland drummers, endure a brutal March snowstorm while traveling from Parlin Pond to Moose River. Their horses struggle in drifts, forcing them to shelter in a barn overnight without food, then press on to Moose River the next day.
New Orleans April 6 Kernan and Leavy attorneys announce discovery of heirs to Rosalie Weil Levi fortune totaling 60 million pounds sterling previously advertised in New York papers. Rosalie Weil Levi died in London leaving the estate to Hirsch Weil siblings who emigrated to America. Weil of New Orleans proves to be aunt's descendant with undisputed ties.
Secretary Whitney decided that Roach's new vessel the Dolphin will undergo a second trial in rough Atlantic waters rather than a calm bay. The test is seen as a severe assessment of the vessel's seaworthiness and readiness for government service, not for pleasure use.
The Tobacco Association reports six month leaf tobacco sales at 13,830,000 pounds compared with 16,660,000 pounds a year earlier. It refutes October claims that the 1834 crop was heavier than 1883, attributing the lower half year sales to an unusually unfavorable market.
Bangor reports suggest lumber mills may process around 160 million feet next season, with Penobscot and related rivers contributing major shares. Factoring winter booms and prior cuts, the season’s output is projected lower than last year by about 10 million feet, amid heavy snow in Miramichi and widespread winter conditions across Maine woods.
A Toledo Blaze reader recounts a 1862 enlistment in the Eightieth Indiana at Princeton. One twin volunteers, the other must stay. The narrator impersonates his sick brother, serving in guard duty while John recovers, facing near exposure before finally returning home on furlough as John finishes his term.
In Curecaco April 5 the Logan Harrison exchange inflamed election fever as General Logan denounced Mayor Harrison as a vile falsehood, a coward and poltroon at a large Republican gathering. Harrison reportedly sought apology and the press noted continued charges at a North Side meeting.
Reports detail Riel's rebellion in the Northwest with Cree, Stony, and Crow raids on settlements as Canada plans substantial force. Gatling guns reach Winnipeg, and 1500 to 2000 reinforcements are hinted. US troops on the frontier ordered to detain rebels crossing. Rumors tie in Fenians and a Russian intrigue amid provisional government claims.
Wryenipke Manitoba April 6 troops depart Fort Qu Appelle at daybreak for Prince Albert. A battery joins at Touchwood Hills while B battery stays at Qu Appelle station. Swift Current expedition will take steamers to Clark's Crossing to meet the main force. Queen's Own Rifles join northward. a police cordon along the international boundary and American troops in Dakota aim to block rebel escape into Montana.
Baneor April 2 report from Little Tabique New Brunswick notes snow depths of six to seven feet as lumbermen exit woods after winter camps. Moose and caribou meat stocked camps despite harsh conditions and scarce access to supplies.
Counsel for Mrs. Lucille Yseult Dudley asked Judge Van Brunt to appoint a commission to take testimony in England to support the defense of the would be assassin of O Donovan Rossa. Four English witnesses were cited as material. an English physician reported Dudley had been confined in a lunatic asylum. The district attorney challenged the need, noting Dudley’s presumed insanity and reserving decision on the motion.
Four large wholesale houses on the NasHviLee public square were destroyed by fire this morning. Occupants included G W Sweeney, T F Murphy Son, J W Lindsey Co, and Hollins Sons Co in boots and shoes. Insurance reported at 115000 with a 200000 loss. Also reporting a separate local tragedy from Cuartorrs involving a 12 year old boy firing a pistol and fatally wounding his 13 year old cousin while intending to shoot a mad dog.
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