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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1880
Page
1
Chicago May 30 report voices a bitter intra party clash over the Republican nomination. Grant backers gain ground as Blaine and Sherman factions seek to rally delegates with a unit-rule dispute. Long John Wentworth laments the drift, while Cameron and anti Grant leaders prepare a pivotal Palmer House meeting that could decide the convention’s tone.
The Chicago dispatch reports intensified Grant victory confidence amid claims Blaine delegates may switch, with McManus and Cameron linked to blurred bolt plans. New York and Pennsylvania delegates show cracks, Husted and Woodin set to vote Grant, Mass arrivals at Gardner House, extensive telegraph wiring, and talks of Washburne as a backup in case of a deadlock.
May 30 reports from Cuiiaco describe intense convention activity. Over 400 people gathered around Frederick Douglass and a western delegate in a heated exchange resolved in the western man’s retirement. Senators, ex-officials, and reporters note broad support for Grant, with talks of Blaine for temporary chair and no clear plan to oust Camer on.
Sheridan Shook leads an anti Grant delegation opening headquarters on the parlor floor of the Palmer House. The group argues against a third term and lists Conkling General Arthur Edwards Pierre pont among Grant era leaders. The movement is active in pushing its message locally.
Senator Hoar of Massachusetts is the anti Grant choice for permanent chairman with Blaine and Sherman leaders backing him. Blaine peers favor Conger of Michigan as temporary chair, while Sherman allies doubt him. Grant managers keep their plans secret, debating unit rule, Cameron’s role, and whether to hold a test vote to prove strength or enforce the unit rule at convention start.
A Chicago Herald report details a five hour conference among Conkling Grant Dennison Foster Hamlin and Chandler on temporary chairman naming. Conkling pledges to yield to anti Grant choice Cameron and oppose substituting the committee’s pick. Anti Grant bloc favors J Morrison Harris despite Blaine Sherman opposition citing his Democratic past.
Gossip from Chicago May 31 reports Senator Edmunds will not be presented at the convention. Vermont delegates, returning from Washington, discuss his position. He favors Grant and urges delegates to support him. Edmunds says he would back Grant if nominated, though he thinks both Grant and Blaine should be dropped. Massachusetts influence appears limited.
At the convention, two leading hotels display placards while Massachusetts is barely noted in papers. Hoar avoids reporters on arrival, Beard maneuvers with Blaine allies, and Massachusetts contemplates Sanford for chairman. Hoar plans to open press access at Gardner House meetings tomorrow morning.
Culcano May 31 A political clash over Grant's nomination features antiGrant factions promising resistance against his selection while Grant backers pledge to push their candidate. Conklin asserts only a divine act can prevent Grant's nomination, praising his broad appeal and the GOP's desire for him to win New York and the nation.
Ohio delegates after the first ballot swing to Blaine and push Sherman aside while Governor Foster is named VP. Garfield reportedly supports the plan. Minnesota's Windom as compromise seeks support, with Cullom and other state officers backing him. Delegates from Vermont, Ohio and southern states expected, plus a suffrage caucus with Susan B Anthony and Florence Harding among participants.
Conference notes detail crowd seating at a convention with police ushers and club assist, General Strong and others overseeing order. Blaine supporters push anti third term songs, Maine and Massachusetts in play for Grant opposition. Garfield supports unit rule, Don Cameron outlines temporary chair dispute and roll by states. Hanibal Hamlin arrives in city, declines Maine delegation role, backs Blaine indirectly.
In Leavenworth on May 27 Thomas C. Thurston, who had killed his business partner Embry on January 1 and was acquitted about a month earlier, shot at D. R. Anthony but missed. The bullets struck Times employee John P. Douglas and lawyer Lucian Baker, the latter mortally wounding him. Thurston required protection to prevent lynching as the incident sparked public fury.
Rev Mr Talmage denounces political bosses and coercive party discipline in a fiery sermon comparing Louisiana returning board and Maine frauds to Tweed larcenies. He calls for radical reform of both parties and urges free voting without hindrance. Also an advertisement for summertime boarders in New England.
The Bradlaugh admission debate fills Parliament with clashes led by Lord Randolph Churchill. Public letters urge MPs against admission. Irish clergy oppose, Northampton shoemakers back Bradlaugh amid vows of protest. Rochefort writes from Paris to the police prefect railing at officials.
At Bow Street police court a peculiar man of about thirty approached Mr Flowers claiming to have an important application regarding the discovery of the north pole. He stated he wished to prove that he was the person involved and then proceeded to elaborate.
A man described his alleged discovery with a small wooden ball and a needle and offered illustrations as “the truest elements of science.” He sought recognition from scientific figures who ignored him and claimed he was a mountain others would have to climb. At last he asked magistrates for a loan from the poor-box as a mere advance, prompting further inquiries by Mr. Flowers.
A St. Petersburg report says Czar and cabinet discuss with Privy Councillor Shiskin Russia's demand that the United States pay an annual fee for fishing off Russia’s Pacific coasts. Washington questions facts while Russia plans to dispatch a cruiser to investigate. Negotiations proceed amicably with likely satisfactory settlement.
A 70-year-old man named Edward and his deaf mute brother John share a home with Ward Chipman Drury near St Johns New Brunswick. John fatally shoots Chipman and Edward, then sets a barn ablaze and kills himself. Neighbors assist as the house burns. coroner reports and bullets are removed. Authorities note drunkenness and possible insanity as factors. crowds gather at the morgue.
In a New York sermon Henry Ward Beecher says prayers for the two conventions may be wise but warns against assuming the best candidate will emerge. He asserts God cares for the nation, doubts personal picks, and suggests reform may come from a flawed government rather than a flawless leader, with political faults not altering divine judgment.
A Wayne circuit case in Lyons features Laura Dunton a Boston house keeper accused of conspiring with her husband to seduce owner Joseph C. Lovett and marriage through intoxication. She allegedly arranged marriages and conveyances to seize most of Lovett’s $150,000 estate, with Minnie Sprague suing to recover property as the daughter. The defendant denies all statements.
In San Francisco on May 27 the superior court sustained the demurrer in Kallochs impeachment, ruling acts as a citizen not covered by statute and ending the case. Kallochs libel suit against DeYoung moves slowly as counsel seek to delay to keep him in office, with limited testimony on his reputation in Kansas and no specific acts of corruption recited.
A string of calamities reports a Simcoe Ontario flood wrecking Main street with many drowned and families missing near Jas Moras creek, La Voy Texas town La Voy destroyed killing nine and wounding sixty, a mail coach washed ashore near Georgetown Texas with driver drowned, and Calvert Texas hit by severe wind hail and rain ruining crops and structures.
A cyclone hit Mirenett Iowa May 26 at seven in the evening, destroying many buildings and injuring several residents. Jacob Luther of New Alamaka and Henry Smith a local black boy were killed. Fred Francis of Decorah Mr Phelps of Kane UL and Fritz Budd suffered serious injuries. William H Moth of Columbia Wisconsin was also hurt. The village has 60 inhabitants and all spring-built structures were damaged. The full extent outside the town is undetermined.
A freight train on the Great Eastern road derailed near Simcon Ontario due to a misplaced switch. The engine and twelve cars plunged 20 feet down an embankment, with the wreckage burned. Engineer Frederick Chicot was killed and his body burned nearly to ashes. Fireman William Ashmore had minor burns and bruises, brakeman Alexander Thompson suffered a leg injury.
New York May 28 a report lists about thirty malarial fever cases at Princeton College New Jersey. One convalescent student Montague Ely died from a cold bath he had taken while another J H Shaw delirious last night killed himself cutting his throat with a razor. No other fatalities reported.
A Connecticut storm on May 29 reports a cyclone visiting Suffield and Enfield. Trees uprooted, barns and tobacco sheds toppled, Sikes' grove damaged, Thompsonville barns blown down, McCrone's greenhouse nearly destroyed, one man severely injured or killed.
In East Greenwich a tramp entered Charles T. Hopkins’s farmhouse and assaulted Mrs. Hopkins while looting silver. She grabbed a loaded firearm, fired as he fled toward the woods, and a doctor says she is badly hurt as police search for the assailant.
Providence May 26 The general assembly met in grand committee at Newport yesterday. The Republican ticket for state attorney general treasurer and other officers was elected by a large majority in a closely contested caucus.
The assembly elected a governor and lieutenant governor from constitutional candidates by vote. Alfred H. Littlefield led with 82 to 20 for Horace A. Kimball, securing the governorship. H. H. Fay topped 61 to 8 for P. Slocum, becoming lieutenant governor. Governor Van Zandt offered a cordial welcome to his successor as Governor Littlefield replied warmly.
In Washington May 27 Mrs Christiancy answers her husband ex Senator Christiancy suit for divorce alleging adultery with Edel Gino and other partners. He claims discord since 1879 at St James Hotel and Peru. She counters with cruelty and abuse and vows fidelity while hinting at other alleged infidelities to be added later.
A fire at the American lead pencil works on Fifth and Clinton streets Hoboken traps dozens of girls inside after doors are locked to stop them fleeing. Firefighters forced entry as the superintendent refused aid, releasing the frightened workers from the drying room where the blaze started. Damages reach about 1600 dollars and critics condemn the inhuman confinement of the children.
A spirited Friday night at Hamilton Park New York drew a large Black community crowd for a Colored Women's Friendship Association picnic. A bar room dispute over a love triangle escalated into a brawl, with Police Quigley and five officers quelling the disturbance and detaining three men at Fifty-ninth Street station. They appeared in Yorkville court, each held on $10 bail to keep peace for six months. The second item notes the May 31 Marshall Texas murder trial of Currie for Porter’s slaying, with state readiness and expected testimony from Barrymore, while Miss Cunamins may not appear.
Miss Katie C Day adopted daughter of James O Day a wealthy Jewett City resident is suffering a crippling leg disease that turned the limb saffron swollen and powerless five months ago a sewing needle can be driven the full length without pain amputation considered in a bid to save her life while doctors await progress in treatment News from Washington reports the Senate committee on appropriations cautioned against a set adjournment date while two major appropriation bills remain unresolved and June 10 to 16 is suggested as the latest possible adjournment window
A Toledo special reports an important Cesarian operation performed last night on Mrs Keiser, a Bavarian by birth. The mother and baby are both doing well. Remarkably, the same woman underwent the same operation in May 1875, and the child from that earlier procedure is alive and thriving.
Leadville strike appears near end with hope of restored wages and relief. The report notes local merchants and workers awaiting resolution as talks continue. A Boston Day program invites readers to send addresses and stamps for correspondence.
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