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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1882
Page
1
Washington June 18 The Guiteau execution looms with twelve days left and a habeas corpus plea denied. Officials report the prisoner remains calm, aided by counsel and clergy, while a strict tally limits spectators to under 100. The warden controls the ceremony with a permanent gallows and a shrunk new rope to be fitted next week.
In Washington a Senate discussion looms as Senator Pendleton seeks a vote on a resolution to probe the National Republican Congressional Committee’s demands for contributions from government employees. Debate could hinge on civil service reform and the legality of assessments tied to a prior appropriation bill. Senators Hale Conger and Van Wyck are expected to oppose the resolution while Pendleton and Van Wyck defend the inquiry and question the authority behind the committee’s recent circular.
Washington June 19 The whiskey bill collapsed in the Senate after a day of debate. Opposed by Republicans led by Windom who called it unnecessary and dangerous, the measure was indefinitely postponed by a 32 to 20 vote. The chamber then moved to extend national charters as the new order of business.
Reports of a Democratic canvass indicate confidence among Southern Democrats that the next House will lean Democratic by about ten seats after three Southern Democrats were unseated. Managers warn that a Republican majority could target contested seats, discouraging potential candidates in tight districts.
The figures show gains across several states with specific counts in each. Connecticut to California each one, Texas and Pennsylvania five each, Indiana and Ohio three each, New York two, Missouri four. They predict other gains in Massachusetts, Maine and New Hampshire but these do not affect the stated probable majority of ten. Nevada is the only state expected to show a loss, with one representative. Jesuits, as interpreted by these gentlemen, have been sent to state executive committees in the South to restore confidence in this region.
The Garfield sickness and funeral bills face a delay as lawmakers seek to avoid debate while Congressman Blackburn of Kentucky may shift to an agreement with Judge Taylor to keep the report from being called up in his absence. The House later passed the river and harbor bill by 119 to 41 after eight hours of sessions with a $26,000 item for Great Kanawha river improvement.
Washington June 17 Mr John Wannamaker of Philadelphia, chosen by the Stalwarts for congressman at large, met with Senator Cameron to discuss his nomination and possible new convention rules. Cameron opposes a new convention, favoring the existing ticket and wary of changes. Independent leaders fear outside interference and seek a peaceful compromise, while Mitchell anticipates a fight that could end in an unconditional Stalwart surrender or a stalemate.
A historic recipe instructs to take one quart of milk with one cup of Sea Moss Farine, cook as custard, then add six beaten egg yolks and three tablespoons sugar. Fold in two teacups grated coconut, flavor with milk, and top with stiffly beaten egg whites with sugar. Serve in a glass dish.
June 15 report from Pittston notes manufacturers trying to operate iron mills with non union workers. The Superior rail mill in Allegheny runs its plate department while Apollo Iron Works in Armstrong county also operates. Situation at Cleveland remains unchanged.
The joint labor parade in Pittsburg drew 15 000 demonstrators as rain-slick streets filled with spectators. Chief Marshal R H Jones led the procession with Thomas A Armstrong and Adjutant H Bengough among the decorated staff, followed by mounted guards and a large police escort. Despite forecasts of trouble, the event stayed orderly, with foreign delegations departing by 10 pm and crowds dispersing into a quiet Saturday night.
In Cleveland on June 18 strikers confronted night watchmen along the Connorton line with threats of violence after a striker boasted he could whip any rival. Police were alerted as the group retreated. Many strikers plan to return to work despite long idle weeks, with a meeting in the fourteenth ward urging resumption. The Amalgamated Association announces it will stay home during likely trouble hours to avoid blame, while more workers are expected back at the mills. John Jarrett, head of the union, may visit, possibly encouraging restraint.
The Cumberland coal district strike, ongoing for over three months, may move toward arbitration. Both sides remain firm but a negotiable path could end the disruption and allow a general resumption of work in coal mines and potential iron works. Coal companies’ stance is not known but they seek to resume operations and may appoint a negotiating committee.
The New York Central freight handlers strike for twenty cents an hour since Monday, march along piers to recruit others. They won over Baltimore & Ohio workers on Pier 39, North River, but police kept them from other piers. In Cohoes Troy, indications favor an early strike end as locals prepare for a mass meeting Monday night with strong foreign aid.
Cleveland, June 16. Common Pleas grand jury returns seventeen indictments for forgery by real estate dealers linked to a gang defrauding buyers nationwide and the government with fraudulent land titles in Kansas. A prior war grants scheme allowed possession of blank grants for sale of worthless titles. A daring robbery attempt follows.
Mrs Webster, sedated from chloroform, recovered enough to fire at a man in the room. He fled toward a window as she fired three shots, all missing. She collapsed unconscious with the revolver in hand and remains in dangerous condition.
In Newsvne on June 16, a dramatic draw poker game centered in Dr. Montraville M. Hedges and two Newburgh men, William M. Scott and Francis P. Weed. Weed held four aces, Scott had a straight flush king high, each risking $150,000, with a $120,000 compromise after Weed refused full payment. Weed seeks attachment to recover due funds.
A Sabbath poker dispute on Franklin Street ended in a fatal gunshot. Beverly Williams shot George Phelps after a dispute over a $270 pot. Phelps, unconscious with a near-brain wound, died soon after, Williams surrendering to police.
New York officials report that sixteen transatlantic lines refuse to pay fifty cents per passenger for immigrant maintenance at Castle Garden. With no funds, emigration commissioners plan to close the depot Friday and dismiss staff, shifting care costs to the steamship firms. Debt exceeds $200,000 for supplies and Ward's Island care. a $200,000 appropriation was vetoed by Governor Cornell, who called for contributions from steamship companies.
Little Rock June 19. At the Democratic State Convention Judge J H Berry of Benton was nominated for governor. Officers chosen included Jacob Trolissi secretary W E Woodruff Jr treasurer and A W Files auditor W W Smith associate justice. The platform opposes the fraudulent 13 million debt and calls for a constitutional amendment barring Halford bonds. It favors funding the debt with a sinking fund and advancing free public schools, urging labor and capital to aid the state. A resolution thanked the federal government for aid after the Mississippi valley overflow.
A South Ryegate man, after a wasp entered his ear with only the stinger visible, sought aid from a church deacon. The deacon freed him by pushing the insect out with a shawl pin placed behind the ear, ending the incident.
Death reported of David Baker aged 8 percent described as the last soldier of the war of 1812. He served as a private in the First New Hampshire Regiment from Concord to Burlington Vermont under Colonel Aquilla Davis of Warner, and served one year. The notice closes with an unrelated advertisement about medical books from World’s Dispensary Medical Association offering three stamps for Part VII of a dime series.
Terrifying cyclone devastates Grinnell and nearby areas in central Iowa. Winds topple buildings, wreck farms, and damage Iowa College structures. Dozens killed or missing, with extensive property losses and injuries reported across Malcolm and Ames regions.
A June 18 storm hit Leavenworth Kansas with 77 mph gusts causing extensive property damage. The Mount St Marys Academy cupola collapsed into a dormitory, killing four girls and injuring several others. the academy building sustained about $50,000 in damage and telegraph service was cut off for hours. Authorities reported widespread destruction including wrecked machinery, fallen trees, and damaged homes and institutions.
Turbulent Iowa cyclone reports grow grimmer with eight students buried as Chopin House becomes hospital. A funnel shaped cloud roared from the southwest then swept northwest, leveling houses and barns and killing several residents including Pitman family members.
In Geene sio Illinois and several Midwest cities on June 18 storms damaged structures. Chimneys collapsed roofs blew off houses and trees were uprooted. In Sedalia Missouri a church and gas retort room were prostrated. Rock Island Illinois bridge washed away with $10,000 loss. Kansas City saw losses around 200,000.
A mass meeting in Boston featured intense support for the Irish Land League. Despite Michael Davitt's absence, Ex Mayor Prince presided as speeches from Senator Jones of Florida Hon Patrick Collins and Hon Moody Boynton urged unity with Dublin policy. A series of unanimous resolutions expressed sympathy for Ireland and support for Parnell led agitation. An evening concert followed, and Davitt telegraphed plans to speak in Boston Tuesday.
The steamship Abyssinian, arriving from Liverpool, spent four extra days due to immense ice floes. From the 3rd of June, in lat 42 40, long 40 50, the voyage encountered numerous icebergs some over 200 feet high and large enough to resemble islands. Captain Bentley noted about 100 miles of travel amid the ice and witnessed a fleet of bergs along the way. He attributes the ice to Labrador currents feeding the Gulf Stream before dissolving in warmer air.
Brockton Massachusetts June 19 Chief Parkhurst and officers from Somerville detained Charles Atwood after arrest at East Bridgewater last Saturday He is charged with larceny from Dr Leach Somerville He closely resembles the Boston murder suspect missing front tooth and similar height He had vanished from Boston the day after the murder and was linked to Barnums circus recently He returned home to East Bridgewater where his wife refused contact
John Harrison of Paterson New Jersey dove from the iron pier at Coney Island and was stunned when he struck shallow sand. With no rescue gear available a brave Irish spectator and a bystander pulled him to shore where he died.
Bradford report notes the Anchor Oil Company struck the world’s largest oil well in Cherry Grove Warren County. The well yields about 6,000 barrels per day while nearby Murphy No. 647 and another well drilled today produce about 100 barrels per hour. Widespread excitement grips oil circles.
Analytical Expert Cresson informed the Board of Health that the substance poisoning Mrs. Margaret Shellen and her two daughters was artificial butter made from animal fats. It was rancid with strong acid and contained lead salt. The victims remain in critical condition.
New York June 17 One of the most frightful shipboard murders was told by officers of the Freeman Clark after it left Calcutta. Off St Thomas May 27 two Chinese cook and steward killed Captain James S Dwight and were slain by crew. Opium deprivation blamed. Captain Dwight buried at sunset.
Reuben Locke of Ansonia claims part of a $32,000,000 German estate with heirs in Reading and Philadelphia. He asserts he was not notified, estimates his share at about $4.5 million, and seeks confirmation as details of the long unsettled inheritance emerge from family lore of Shipboard birth and ancestral wealth.
Midshipman Harry M. Finley, 24, son of ex-Congressman E. B. Finley, shot himself after resigning from the U S Navy. He had been home after resigning and spent Saturday with his parents, then died during breakfast preparations following a morning remark to his father. The acknowledged motive cited was fear of failing an upcoming examination. He used his father's revolver, which lay on a stand, and asked not to be spoken of as insane. He had been ordered to the Tennessee at Hampton Roads.
Perry Veasey, a colored protégé of Vice-President David Davis, died Tuesday night in the house Mr Davis built for him in Wilmington. Veasey, once enslaved on Davis family farm in Cecil County, Md, was freed at his uncle's death and became a preacher. Davis had kept up correspondence, aided his needs, and visited him, even missing Senate time for that purpose.
An old-timer at Friendship Maine uncovered a skeleton in shell heaps believed to be 500 to 1000 years old. The Indian remains, in cool condition, were brought to Ahom College and are being cleaned for display in the college cabinet.
Fragmentary lines depict a caregiver's concern over a baby’s stomach ache fever and unsettled sleep. Expressions reference crying babies Dick Victoria and a cousin Frank. The text is garbled with unclear names and context, preserving the core mood of distress and familial mentions.
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