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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1885
Page
1
Washington March 1 1885 crowds fill Willards and lobbies as Hendricks and Cleveland plans loom large. reporters and politicians discuss civil service reform cabinet picks and the coming parade while Grant faces a grave cancer battle with his sons by his side.
New York February 28 The alarming reports on General Grant's health stunned friends who hoped for recovery. Dr Barker warned fear was warranted though not immediate danger. Grant's war relics and home assets were mortgaged to Vanderbilt and deeded to the United States in trust until his death. He neared completion of a military autobiography begun at Long Branch, with the first volume finished but unrevised and the second half done.
General Grant’s New York visit day brought 100 plus intimate friends and distinguished citizens to his residence. He slept better than earlier in the week yet lost appetite, eating only a spoonful of jelly. He worked on his war book by willpower, while Harrison, his colored servant, managed visitors at the front door and Roscoe Conkling called early, but few others were admitted.
Foreign Topics reviews across the Soudan war stance, labor unrest in Lancashire, and the high society Aylesford scandal. It notes troop movements for Khartoum, a reform bill push, wage disputes and customs cases, and Paris and London diplomatic wrangles, ending with the Prince of Wales’s Stock Exchange reception.
A newspaper notice advertises a subscription plan offering $1.00 for 14 months to new single subscribers and reduced rates for shorter terms. It promises agents a cash commission on every secured subscriber and mentions free circulars for applicants.
A Lewiston story details Oscar Reed and his wife discovering a half brother and half sister living nearby. Through old family Bible records and a chain of mistaken identities, Emma Frances Smith and John Grover are traced, revealing long hidden kinship across Portland Cushing Waldoboro and Lewiston, amid a storm and quiet daily milk calls. The piece weaves local gossip with broader notes on politics and international affairs.
Bugonetay New Jersey February 26 Marc Crandal aged 78 died during a prolonged fast of forty eight days. The description notes that during the fast she drank little water and grew pale and trembled at the sight of food.
British forces bound for Egypt mobilize with Household Brigade of Foot Guards and Scots Fusiliers, Grenadiers, and Highland Light Infantry. Regiments reassign names, East India Company troops join the contingent, hospital ship Ganges sails, Calabria telegraph ship supplies water and comms, engineers and medical units accompany the expedition.
Genoa March 1 The upper floor of a house in densely populated Cosenza collapsed into the cellar early today injuring sixty occupants. Twenty are seriously hurt and eight killed as rescue efforts begin.
Crow agency reports agent Larry J. Armstrong plans to resign amid Indian accusations of reducing rations and pressuring a lease to a Colorado cattle syndicate. Chiefs Spoted Tail and Bear Wag jailed for interfering with testimony. Patience wanes as quarter rations persist and game remains scarce. Petitions seek T. F. Dawes of Bozeman as successor.
An unknown assailant tried to blow Rainey's dam at Neshennee Creek near Newcastle Pennsylvania. The blast shattered windows and crockery, panicked worshippers during evening services, trampled people in Salvation Army Hall, but the dam failure did not occur. Property damage was extensive while casualties were not reported.
Hartworp February 28. The Sherwood sisters Daisy and Gertie of the Cinderella burlesque opera troupe, opening at the American Theatre Monday, received news of a windfall of 25000 dollars each from a relative who recently died in Germany. The sisters are daughters of a Boston physician and are 18 and 16 years old.
Albany February 28 report confirms a complete cabinet with Judge Endicott taking the war portfolio and William C Whitney likely to lead the Navy. Bayard at State Manning Treasury Lamar Interior Vilas Postmaster General Garland Attorney General. Endicott’s health and legal career traced, reflecting cautious transition to Washington.
Canton Mississippi March 1 friends of General E C Walthall petition Governor Lowry to name him to succeed Senator Lamar Also seeking backing are friends of Congressman Barksdale and Congressman Singleton Report says Governor Lowry favors Colonel W A Percy of Washington Canal as the most capable choice to secure liberal Mississippi River improvement appropriations for the state Percy is described as the best reliable agent to obtain funds
In Littler Rock Arkansas on March 1 rumors of Senator Garland joining the cabinet sparked brisk activity among senatorial hopefuls. About twelve candidates entered the race with five or six showing real strength. Early ballots may pit Fishback against Dunn, with Dunn favored as the race narrows. Garland's resignation is anticipated Monday.
Wissington Delaware February 27 Every Evening this afternoon publishes a statement that Senator Bayard plans to resign as United States senator and join Mr Cleveland's cabinet as secretary of state, sending his resignation to the Legislature next Wednesday.
In Aao Illinois on February 28 reports claim Dr Townsend staged mesmerism shows with subjects who endure extreme pain. Five men labeled horses performed needles, burns, and pepper tests without flinching, saying they were paid professionals. Doctors investigated, noting a public seance with similar feats by trained subjects.
Galveston Tex February 27 In recognition of the indomitable courage displayed by United States Deputy Marshal John Manning in the discharge of his duty and in the defence of his fallen chief President Actiur has wired to appoint Manning to the marshalship of West Texas with the death of the previous marshal making the post highly sought irrespective of politics
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