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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1892
Page
8
A Santiago rumor suggests Chile may withdraw the Matta note provoking Washington, with Cabinet plans and a possible presidential message to Congress to maintain friendly ties. Separately, brutal weather claws through the Midwest, spawning blizzards, wrecked streets, and two deaths, while Chicago endures gale and lake surge.
Le Soir notes Jinzoism is not uniquely French and Blaine avoids opposing rising patriotism ahead of the presidential election. It explains Washington’s hesitations in Chile talks, mocks Mr Egan’s bluster, and suggests time will ease matters and an entente may form naturally.
Jan 1 in Burninoetown Iowa the coroner jury investigated Clarence Lay's death under Christian Science care. They ruled death from gross neglect and censured the parents. The jury denounced the faith as dangerous and ordered a suit against healer Miss Vanderwater. They cite other recent deaths and vow action to curb the practice.
At 7 30 this morning four dynamite boxes exploded at Schoonmakers stone quarry in Wauwatosa Village five miles west of Milwaukee. Albert Butlitz and William Walker were blown to atoms while loading the blasting pump. John Ralalas was fatally injured. The blast shattered hundreds of windows in Wauwatosa and nearby Milwaukee.
Government expedition returning from northern Minnesota reports extensive trespassing on government pine lands. Findings support establishing a government post at the mouth of the Rainy River.
The United States Salvador reciprocity agreement is public, proclaimed by the President. The arrangement takes effect February 1 and admits free of duty certain U S products through Salvador ports, provided they are manufactured in the United States, per the schedule.
Roswell P. Flower officially assumed the New York governorship in Albany with a ceremony led by Mayor Manning and Bishop Doane. Former Gov. Hill transferred duties, administered oath, and both governors greeted a large crowd at a public reception.
A man with a shabby appearance rushed into the Fifth Avenue Hotel lobby at 9 pm on New York’s January 1 and declared he would blow up the hotel with dynamite. Panic spread as guests fled the lobby while Special Detective McPhillips intervened to restore order.
Fire at Samuel West hosiery mill caused $100000 loss with partial insurance. Dalzell's mill damaged $10000. Farmerville La town block burned, loss $50000 with $25000 insured. Wrecks near Salem C and La Grande Ore killed and injured several. Bridges near Jamaica LI demolished. Also reports of muckraking arrests, grip outbreaks, and other accidents across the country.
A messy bulletin reports a 6 foot of 20 cars wrecked with $30,000 loss, Cortis in New York lured into a saloon where he was robbed of $415. Barry ex-convict linked to the incident. It also notes a state attorney threatened, a health board tally of grip deaths, a charity ball at the Metropolitan Opera House, and various federal and local political moves, railroad disputes, and strikes.
Nikola Tesla predicts future ships will telegraph to shore without direct connections, enabling wireless maritime communication. The New York Times notes the time is near when sea vessels can transmit messages to either shore via wireless telegraphy.
Dusary reports a Dublin Castle blast caused by dynamite with Fenian links suspected. Police probe the explosion that wrecked the financial office, damaged windows, and endangered workers on site.
Valparaiso Times cites procurator report that police did not arrive until riot reached serious proportions. American legation notes deserters’ cases, urging restraint. Donegal natives honor Mr Healy with gifts, while Bishop Crowther of Niger Territory dies at 70.
London reports Bulgaria may proclaim independence if Porte yields to France over Chadbourne. The Imperial Diet dissolves amid earthquake relief delay. $4,000,000 set for relief and embankment repair. Shipyards resist wage cuts while others accept. Archdeacon Norris dead at Chichester. Berlin printers strike ends earlier then resumes. Gilgit advances enable road to Pamirs amid disputes among Great Britain Russia and China. James Murphy and sister Mary die of starvation in Newry after leaving £40,000. Poisoning at Masterton wedding injures and kills. Siegen iron works demand fall in orders tied to McKinley era. Amsterdam zoo reports 16 animal deaths in 48 hours. Sir Adam Wilson dies in Toronto. Booth telegram to Indian congress pledges support. congress dissolves amid loyalty cheers. Finland fears mass hunger. 117th of population starves. Bogota steam launch accident sinks 20. Paris Siecle claims Orleans party collapsing. Osborne pearl case draws London interest. police pursuit ongoing. Paris ice station report remains incomplete.
A mix of sensational items reports police seeking Mrs Osborne amid scattered clues in Monte Carlo and a critic’s review of McKinley era policies. Other notes cover a Parliament assault by a lone, wild-looking man, a Berlin weekly edition plan, Japanese naval movements near the Caroline islands, a Vienna mail theft of 20 000 francs, a Blackburn poisoning tragedy, and a Belgian dynamite outrage in Mons with cartridges left at a constable’s residence.
Strand Magazine notes the growth of inventions with items like the stylographic pen earning £40,000 yearly and india rubber pencil tips £20,000, while boots and shoes protection gear gross £260,000. It catalogs odd patents from clergymen’s toys to absurd ideas such as air-filled cuffs and steel trousers, and ends with umbrella innovations including a rain absorber and a disassemblable take a long breath model.
A wry exchange references an observer named Rev. Dr. Lampkins trying to avoid the chorus at a performance, with a companion noting the scene as humorous and pointed. The snippet captures a moment of theatrical awkwardness and the use of opera glasses to frame the crowd.
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