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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1887
Page
5
A fragmented historical look at beer from ancient origins to modern production. It details malting, mashing, fermentation, and aging in large copper vessels, storage rooms, ice machines, and the role of hops. It then profiles brewery workers, mostly Germans, their attire, pay, and daily routines including early starts and taproom practices.
Provincetown May 19 reports the first recorded Cape Cod fish weir was set in 1864 at Monomoy Point Chatham by Lovell and Thatcher costing 2600 dollars. The article traces early crude weirs, later developments across Vineyard Sound Buzzards Bay Pamet harbor and Banro, then growth to 50 000 dollars capital with many crews and boats supplying fleets along Brewster Dennis Sandwi Provincetown and North Shore for Boston New York Philadelphia markets.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions New York and reference to a large amount of money and commodities, with unclear names and places. It hints at trade, beverage brands, and possible long-term fees, but lacks coherent facts or identifiable entities. The text is incomplete with many garbled words.
A theatrical tale recounts Mrs X, famed on stage and in divorce courts, enduring a public scene where an ex-husband retrieves her veil at a doorway. The anecdote ends with a suggestion of all going to lunch, though whether the party occurred is uncertain.
A fragment describes Stratton brook near the Connecticut Western with posted notices to fish under penalty. In a confrontation two men attempted to fish while an officer later arrested Bonds. The scene includes a chase and a trial with unclear details and outcome.
A fire at Lake Linden Keweenaw county Michigan wiped out the village, destroying over 200 buildings and causing more than 2 million dollars in losses. About 5000 residents fled to streets in their night attire as flames, wind, and lightning swept through the town, with no confirmed reports of fatalities. Fire departments from Calumet Hancock and Houghton battled the blaze as hundreds were left homeless and businesses were destroyed.
May 19. Whitney a town of about 600 residents ten miles from Neaavnext is described as wiped from the earth by forest fires. The upper peninsula faces a smoky sky and embers as survivors seek help and shelter with homes lost and necessities hard to obtain.
Forest fires sweep Michigan's Upper Peninsula with dense smoke and heavy damage. Thousands of acres burned, no casualties reported, while 2000 workers battle the blazes and fears of a major conflagration persist across Houghton Keweenaw and nearby counties.
A fragment describes Jemmings as five inch rodents related to field mice. They inhabit highland regions of Sweden and Norway. They march by night in straight lines, move in vast numbers, ruin crops, attract birds and other animals, and eventually drown themselves in the sea after a long migratory trek.
A fragment from a Springfield Homestead scene shows a druggist’s boy guiding a weary man to the doctor. The man complains of weak strength in spring as he sits at a desk and is offered water therapy.
A wide series of reports recounts a fatal shooting of George Osmond in Syracuse by a man named Lee, a court appearance for Henry B. Chamberlin and J. Taylor over a New Haven murder, and other legal actions. Military, labor, and crime news touch multiple cities with arrests, trials, and alleged offenses, including ship losses, rail incidents, and a deadly staircase accident.
A tale recalls Labouchere visiting Hamburg where he studied the visitors book. He was astonished by the abundance of electors grand dukes and princes listed in the guest entries. The host’s reception during his stay was notably lavish and ceremonious.
A fragment from the Augusta New Age notes a five year old child who believes prayers may be answered. In a brief evening prayer she requests care for her father and others, reflecting hopeful piety from a young reader.
The article notes active grain markets with large wheat receipts at the port and strong export demand, though prices are irregular but generally up. It cites improved winter wheat prospects in the Mississippi and Missouri valleys, adequate spring moisture, and export expectations. Oats remain active with lower No 2 white oat bids. Boston Market data show closing bids. Receipts for the week in several grains are reported, with flour movement steady amid firm patent demand and price firmness.
The market shows unchanged cotton with sales of 613 bales and mixed white and Orleans grades. Grain and flour values drift, with corn meal, wheat and oats noted. petroleum, sugar, and tea prices vary, while receipts and exports from New York remain listed.
The iron market shows mixed signals as 56 furnaces shut in Pennsylvania Ohio and West Virginia due to cokemakers strike. Foundry and Bessemer pig iron outputs fall while demand for foreign Bessemer rises. Nails remain in good demand amid building activity. zinc and copper markets linger inactive. Anthracite coal steadies with producers agreeing to pause, year to date output near prior-year levels.
The cotton price rises to 11 cents per pound for the first time in two years due to stronger demand and tighter interior supplies. Reports show steady markets for corn, hogs, coffee, and refined sugar with ongoing export activity and varied stock levels at major ports and exchanges.
The Gloucester market shows firm demand with light receipts and strong prices. Georges fleet reports light fares amid week arrivals, while shore fishermen post near 2,000,000 pounds headed for sale. halibut and old stock fetch high quality prices as vessels head south.
The Boston Markets page notes heavier butter receipts and steady demand with dairy stocks selling in small lots. Cheese remains firm but prices are mostly nominal. eggs, beans, and vegetables show varied activity with lighter receipts and firmer prices in places. Coffee and other staples move under speculative influence with uncertain tones.
Arrivals of cattle and beef stock for the week end show 1092 cattle and 128 from North y Straig PNAS. Prices and weights listed for dressed beef and other stock. Includes hides skins tallow and calfskin details with regional pricing notes.
Market remains firm as Georges Bank vessels bring small fares and a high week total. Fresh halibut prices hit multi year lows while old stock dwindles. Boneless factory outputs stay steady as shore fishermen pursue coastal ventures and trade reports note large weekly catches and rising totals in pounds and barrels.
A fragmented listing notes assessments and trades across land stocks and railroads. It mentions entities across transportation and property sectors with figures like 86 and 781304, plus references to Atch LG and B&Q.
White, Smith & Co present this week’s attractive list. The bound volume Classical Vocal Music features songs for medium voice by Mendelssohn Raff Rubinstein and others. Also promoted is Wichtl’s violinist method praised as thorough and suited for student progress. Prices around $1.00.
A tailor tells a patron a single set of checks can’t appear on one pant and urges a fix. The new guidance halts the earlier request for overlapping patterns. The exchange reflects practical limits in garment design and customer negotiation.
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