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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1885
Page
8
The President faces few appointments after a week with little change in political outlook. Cleveland withholds sweeping patronage, Senate adjourned, many members lingering in Washington, and State delegations pushing for offices. Northern border tensions and Panama Isthmus intrigue mingle with party maneuvering as Republicans seek Senate control.
Washington April 9 The civil service commission reports the clerks force now inadequate to handle increased post election business. Applications flood White House and departments, with hundreds weekly. Only twenty two civil service appointments made since March 4 across seven departments, mainly War and Office. Over two thousand eligibles on list. some states paused further testing to reduce wait. No calls from other major departments since March 4.
In Washington on April 10, Democrats aim to control the Senate after March 4 1887 to confirm the president’s appointments. Twenty senators’ terms expire. sixteen Republicans and four Democrats face re election. Vacancies exist in Oregon and another in progress, with possible party filling. Controlling the chamber requires Democrats to net fourteen of twenty five seats up in 1887. Nevada appears Democratic while Delaware Florida Maryland Missouri Tennessee Texas and Idaho are likely to elect incumbents or gain seats.
Washington April 11. A new law lets enlisted soldiers retire after thirty years with three fourths pay and allowance. Pay means three fourths of base pay plus accumulated pay at retirement. allowance covers three fourths of rations and clothing. Credit is given for volunteer service. Former soldiers who left after thirty years do not benefit. Forty two applications exist under the act.
Washington reports Robert B. Vance of North Carolina chosen to succeed Dyrenforth as assistant commissioner of patents. Vance, 55, a former Confederate captain who became a brigadier, has served twelve years in Congress. Dyrenforth, once favored for commissioner, was dismissed after backing a patent attorney's circular bearing his forged signature.
Mr Smalley reports President Cleveland made Vermont appointments including M C Huling postmaster at North Bennington W Pike at Derby Line and Henry L Mengon reappointed as Northfield postmaster Fred R Woodard named special agent between St Albans and Boston Phelps delay may alter England departure date to May 1.
Washington April 10 Postmaster General Vilas, citing no new appropriations, ordered the dismissal of fourteen post office inspectors after April 30 Charles Field of Massachusetts is among those affected. He notes that past Congress allowed rent for third class offices but provided no funds, leaving postmasters to cover rents as before.
Wasinetos April 10 The Treasury Department requests the attorney general to resolve whether the 1888 tariff duty of 25 percent ad valorem on printed matter imported by mail conflicts with the 1879 postal act permitting free entry of printed matter not books. The question centers on if the latter provision is nullified and if the goods remain dutiable despite being mailed.
A Washington delegation of colored residents met President Cleveland and presented an address of welcome and invited him to review the emancipation procession. He pledged a just recognition of colored rights and accepted the invitation to review Emancipation day.
Washington April 13 The President named several consul appointments Charles T Russell of Connecticut to Liverpool England Haller Gross of Pennsylvania to Athens William W Land of Texas to Hamburg Henri Vignaud of Louisiana to secretary of the legation at Paris Araguemis Jay of New York as second secretary of the U S legation at Paris
During May the commissions of eighty five presidential postmasters will expire. There are 2000 fourth class post offices vacant from deaths resignations and other causes. President Cleveland has purchased bay horses from New York State for private use. The Vice President may visit Fallope this summer. The Secretary of the Navy orders all Navy Department clerks to stay until 5 PM when daily work is not finished by 4 PM.
Secretary Bayard responds to James Flynn of the Irish National League on aiding Burton and Cunningham awaiting trial in London for dynamite blast charges. He confirms readiness to assist lawful trials but notes no law covers defense costs or attendance expenses. He urges Congress to provide funds for fair, supervised proceedings and reports, while protecting citizens abroad.
Immense crowds attend the Massachusetts soldiers carnival at the Mechanic's Building in Boston to support the Chelsea soldiers' home. Gov. Robinson, Mayor O'Brien, and many dignitaries preside as records of war relief, art, and exhibitions unfold over several days amid parades, music, and mass attendance.
On the twentieth anniversary of Lincoln's death a grand memorial at Mechanic Institute under the Grand Army of the Republic drew about 1000 members from 13 posts. Comrade Horton urged a thank-offering, honoring veterans and the enduring memory of fallen heroes despite earlier prophecies of the era.
Dispatch from New Orleans reports Colons assault as rebels besieged Panama and burned Colon. Government forces attacked Monkey Hill, rail lines were torn up, telegraphs cut. Civilians fled amid fire and smoke, with extensive losses to life and property estimated at ten to twelve million dollars. Rebels gained control of interior towns as distress spread.
A Coshocton report says Governor Hoadly received a wooden box by mail with a string and an alleged infernal device loaded with dynamite slugs and spikes. Removing the box cover revealed the dangerous mechanism, with authorities said to be investigating and details not previously public.
Governor Hoadly reports receiving an infernal device in a box with sand paper matches powder and tacks. In Cortumbus six similar boxes have appeared. A Telegram dispatch notes Bill Jones sued for divorce citing habitual drunkenness cruelty and threats with moss and firearms during Guiteau trial aftermath.
A blaze swept through Havens and Cooke grocery at Broad and Clay streets in Central Falls, likely started by a cat knocking matches. The store held about 1500 dollars in insured goods, damaged mainly by smoke and water.
Springfield news reports Representative J Henry Shaw of Beardstown found dead in his hotel room at the Palace Hotel. The cause is unknown. Governor Oglesby to call a selection immediately. Democrats expect a 20 day delay in the senatorial contest.
An analysis of Russia's maritime force detailing Baltic and Black Sea ironclads monitors and cruisers. Notes on fleet strength, tonnage, armor, and armament, plus coastal defense ships and future launches. Includes conscription, Cossack regiments, and Finland's military system.
City of Mexico April 11 troops are gathering from all parts of the republic to participate in a grand review on May 6. About twelve thousand soldiers have arrived and President Diaz with several generals will review the troops before the parade prior to sending the army toward the Guatemala frontier. General Pena may command one column and General Monastero is ordered to Acapulco to oversee the Mexican gun at the port. Eight thousand more rifles were sent to the frontier in Chiapas. Guatemala is preparing to overwhelm San Salvador and Nicaragua, with news of a decisive conflict anticipated daily.
A Brooklyn man reports two years of skin scales and eye troubles diagnosed as Salt Rheum. After trying warm baths and limited rest, he found relief through Ayer s Sarsaparilla, claiming the tonic expelled the taint in constitutions during spring and summer.
New York notes from Chicago tell of Mrs. Van Rensselaer Cruger adopting a mud turtle named Nichette dressed in silk and lace. The creature mimics fashion trends, attends events with its mistress, and has become a subject of society gossip as the latest pet fad among Chicago and New York elite.
Thomas P. Judge pursues James Duffy O'Brien, believed heir to a $10,000 bequest from Newtonstewart, Tyrone, Ireland. The 25 year old, once a mill worker, vanished after dispute with a fiancée and threats from her brother, eluding inquiries for weeks. A medical tonic is recommended by Professor Hunt.
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