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Boston Weekly Globe

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1884

Page

8

The Nation's Pension List Sparks Civil War Duty Debate

A historical essay denounces proposed pension bills led by John Logan and other politicians. It argues funds would not reach soldiers, questions whether veterans seek more pay, and portrays pension advocates as self serving. The writer reflects on veteran character, contrasting battlefield bravado with home front behavior.

Wall Street John Logan Lern Gehlig Latile Jenna Logan Capitol

Protection Delays and a London Autograph Book

Joaquin Miller vents at Congress and Washingtons protection racket as he recounts a six day chase to collect a presentation book from Europe sent via New York. He mocks the customs department and laments pricey travel, noting the absurd hurdles and predicting theft of the book on the street. He ends urging a law barring congressmen from entering the capital.

Washington Newark Custom House Post Office London New York Richmond Protection” Department Protection Aind Europe Iask Congress 18 Joaquin Miller

Widow Seeks Lost Daughters Amid Boston Streets

A destitute widowed mother, scarred by time and grief, wanders Boston seeking her two daughters and the ghost of a sailor husband. She visits cemeteries, undertakers, and schools, offering pinks and ferns, believing the City of Columbus disaster reunited them with the family.

Boston Northampton Street Searatina Forest Hills Tess Mean Egleston Square Highlands Wilington Street Dudley Street Warren Street Grove Trail Blue Hill Avenue Hattie Mamie Winthrop Street City of Columbus Grove Street Everbody Co Uibus

Excitement in the Egg Market Moves to Steady Tone

Egg dealers and buyers watched the market closely after a sudden drop. A Quincy market dealer expected a brief uncertainty and said trade would resume normal activity soon. Nearby and Cape eggs sold well with active demand and large wholesale lots moving. Market sentiment pointed to steadier conditions by Monday. Raven on Rats.

Quincy Produce Exchange Cape

Fragmented Chess Notes and Match Results

Solution of Position No 1196 and 1197 describe endgame results by A J Heffner and Isaiah Barker from Cambridgeport. Sudden game conclusions, draws, and variations noted. News section reports J H Irwin dominating New Orleans players with 31 wins and 4 draws, plus cross-state results with Littolf Freeman and others. Also lists matches involving Schaefer, Gorton, Bowe, and Dempster with scores and upcoming City Championship plans in 1884 at Bowery No 209.

Isaiah Barker Cambridgeport Mass Was Checier News oMr J. H. Irwin Boston New Orleans Littolf Irwin Rollins Humphrey Freeman St. Paul, Minn Bowe Dr. Schaefer New York Jersey City Mr. D Schaefer J. Dempster Bowery Willo Clasgow W. C. Eveleth West Batavia N. Y G. W. Brown Warren Eveleth Mr. Brown W. Wis J. C. Barker Derry Depot N. H E. W Ingalls Barker Ig lv Wld Bristol Bes

Married and Not Married. Curious New York Marriage Fiasco

Pierre Bourdalet and Annie Blein, joined by lawyer Richard Laurent, wed at 92 West Houston Street. The minister did nothing, and New York law does not authorize lawyers to conduct marriages. The Board of Health may reject the record. Pension Office requires a legal record. Pierre and Annie are man and wife, yet not married.

Sunday Globe Wall Street New York City Europe Bunco New York Pierre E. Bourdalet Annie Marie Blein Richard Laurent West Houston Street Laurent Board of Health Pension Office Goldman Board Department Pierre Annie

Supreme Court rules piano damage from inevitable accident liable

In Charles O Harvey v Murray the court overruled the defendant’s exceptions. A piano leased from Beethoven piano rooms at Albion House Nantasket Beach was damaged when the Albion House blew over on July 16. The lease required return in as good order as when received. The plaintiff paid $65 to repair and sued for damages. The judge refused to instruct that inevitable accident absolves liability. The full court sustained the jury verdict finding the defendant liable under the contract.

Supreme Court For Commonwealth Charles O. Harvey P. Murrays Albion House Nantasket Beach

Godeys Lady's Book praised as enduring American magazine

The article notes Godeys Lady's Book as America’s oldest magazine and a survivor amid fierce competition. It cites steam printing railways telephones and other innovations shaping its longevity and claims it remains vital and in step with modern readers. Massachusetts Woman's Relief Corps election results and officer installation are reported.

America Godey Lily News of Chicago Metropolitan Press

Fragmentary item from era notes and public notice

Fragmentary readable text suggests a local public notice or period item with unclear details. Names, places, dates and actions are not discernible, limiting precise summary. Further legible text needed to produce a concrete headline and teaser.

Ayer's Cherry Pectoral Prepared By

Ayer's Cherry Pectoral claims to prevent serious diseases that begin as mild ailments. It promises to break up colds, stop coughs, ease throat and lung conditions, clear mucus, reduce swollen tonsils, and aid sleep. The preparation emphasizes scientific formulation, purity, low price, and wide professional endorsement.

Ayer

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