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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1890
Page
10
A mixed catalog of books and essays including travel notes by Eldon Har, literary criticism on English literature, biographical sketches, and a football piece by Captain Charles O. 2. The page previews titles such as The Wonder Child, The Marrowers Compass, and How English Literature Was Made, with scattered author credits and brief descriptions.
A first person letter from London recounts crowds on the Strand and royal fervor for the Prince of Wales amid Queen Victoria’s era. The writer visits Westminster Abbey, reflecting on monuments, public life, and comparisons between London clubs and Boston society, noting Westminster rituals and notable meetings with Irving and Terry.
An aged whaleman long based out of New Bedford retires from 45 years at sea and plans to pursue the Northwest Passage voyage. The article recalls his life, the harsh journey, and his reflections on home and adventure as he faces an uncertain future.
Fragmentary text from South Boston contains remarks about Louis A Banks and Albert Banks, social gossip, fashion hints, and a brief financial note about a Harrow Company and silver dollar issues. The readable parts hint at personal observations, clothing, and a public notice tone amid scattered names and dates.
In Waxeness Georgia on October 27 a band of about 150 armed men destroyed property and fired guns. The group said they would return the next night to complete their work. Mrs Warn contacted Governor Gordon for protection and messaged Postmaster General Wanamaker to say the Vara post office had been abandoned due to threats. Governor Gordon instructed Ware County Sheriff Henderson to mobilize the militia to Vara. Also noted is a large banquet planned for Allen G. Thurman’s 77th birthday with tickets scarce and high demand.
On October 27 at Nave Yor two men opened a matrimonial agency on St Mark's. Applicants fill a Dian calling for name native place and means of fortune. Managers present photograph with each application as weekly bulletins are mailed to subscribers detailing fees and selections.
Walker Marshall and Henry Soith of 110 West 20th Street and George Horn of 134th Street appeared before Justice O'Reilly at Jefferson Market Court charged with stacking cards against Irony Mellett, a Boston drummer, who had encountered a man and woman of the same party last Friday. The case, tied to a wider alleged scheme, follows reports of a planned West and Pacific Slope tour.
In Aulianor Nebraska on Oct 27 Charlot Thornton, engaged to a woman whose parents opposed the match, killed Ford Robinson and fatally wounded Jane Kerr. Thornton was seen arguing with Kerr before attempting to abduct her, prompting a shooting where a bystander Tom Baines returned fire. Kerr died as the lover tried to disarm Thornton. Governor Pattison sues for libel in Pennsylvania.
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