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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1883
Page
1
August 28 Batavia reports show Krakatoa eruptions devastate Java and surrounding waters. Towns like Batavia Anjer Bantam Serang and Cheribo suffer massive loss of life and property while lava and tsunamis transform coastal regions and inland valleys.
Reports from Batavia describe a massive volcanic eruption in Java with greatest activity at noon Sunday and renewed violence in the afternoon and night. A luminous cloud over the Kandang mountains, rivers of lava, and large ice beds carried by lava threaten widespread destruction to coastal towns, villages, and inland settlements.
Reports from Batavia describe a massive volcanic upheaval in Java and Sumatra. Papandayang split into seven peaks amid fiery lava flows, ash sheets, and deadly gas. Fourteen new volcanoes rose in Sunda Strait as coastlines shifted and warned ships.
In Owingsville Kentucky on September 3 reports say hundreds of African Americans from Virginia and nearby areas are migrating to Iowa to settle on government lands. The item notes this mass movement and mentions related civil rights social tensions.
The Sun reveals letters among Garfild, Dorsey, Blaine, Platt and others from the 1880 campaign showing push for large funds. Governors and senators urge immediate action, with figures like 50 000 and 160 000 exchanged to sway Indiana Maine West Virginia New York and Ohio.
John C. New assistant secretary of the treasury reviewed Dorsey custody letters in the Sun including Indiana campaign items. He stated there is nothing in the letters for a man to be ashamed of and that Republicans worked to carry Indiana, though he cannot recall details. He questioned Dorsey’s claim to private ownership of the letters.
An incendiary blaze destroyed John Hensley’s stable and outbuildings in Indianapolis. During the commotion, Miss Jones, a seamstress, slipped on the stairs and died from her injuries.
During a storm in Zanesville Ohio lightning struck the Huff residence killing Harry Ivea, a German son, who was leaning on the porch post. Earlier reports say Reuben Huff witnessed the strike as it descended from the roof to the porch.
The Herald estimates at least 5000 unemployed and wage seeking book-keepers in New York City cannot find work at even low rates. The report notes a surge of job seekers amid a weak labor market.
A fragment reports that E. Coates, a 23 year old prosperous merchant, was suspected of poisoning by his young wife in a Que. eventful case dated September 3. The brief notes ongoing investigation and public concern surrounding the incident.
Jr Vaile of Laval University reports death by strychnine in Bulwer Village. The 24 year old widow was arrested and charged with the crime after allegedly obtaining strychnine from a Sherbrooke druggist.
A large Utica gathering adopted seven pounds tare per bale for hops as demanded by brewers and growers. A permanent United States Hop Dealers Association was formed with C W Weston named chairman to draft rules and bylaws. A committee was chosen to present actions to the U S Brewers Association in Albany on September 5 seeking support for a uniform tare system.
Ohio woman Mrs. L. Ferral was robbed at noon by two young men who threatened her with a pistol and cut off her hair with shears. They ransacked the house, took money and valuables, then fled. Mrs. Ferral, with a three month old child, remains weak and prostrate from the fright.
The New York Tribune reports Governor Cleveland has strong presidential ambitions and controlled the State committee’s policy at Saratoga to secure Cleveland delegates at the 1884 national convention. It suggests the convention may distance itself from Tammany Hall and notes opposition if Cleveland pledges delegates.
Glendive and districts report the presidential party's route from Glendive to Bad Lands and Sully Springs. The president said he would be in Washington Thursday night after stopovers at Little Missouri and Bismarck and a chat with Montanas chief justice.
In Syracuse New York on August 31 a woman calling herself Mrs Jennie Daniels says she has found Mrs Hattie Jane Powel. A letter dated August 27 1883 from Manistee Michigan hints at a pending return home and upcoming marriage.
In Untontown Pennsylvania James Nutts murder trial enters prep week with insanity likely as the defense. Public sentiment favors Nutts, while local counsel Playford and Boyd are tied to the prosecution plans. District Attorney Johnson and Boyd lead the case with Pittsburgh attorney David Patterson assisting.
In Washington at a tooth-pulling display, Dr Mary Walker slapped a young man who touched her shoulder. He retaliated with a blow to her eye and she fled seeking a policeman.
Mr. Samuel J. Tilden has hired John Roach's yacht Yosemite for thirty days and will buy the vessel for 200000 if it proves satisfactory and suitable to his steam yachting interests after the trial period.
Galveston August 30. Judge Jones sells 5630 acres of land and water front at Virginia Point opposite the city to the California Investment Company led by Huntington. Local observers expect wharves and channel deepening to make the point a terminus for fresht traffic between Gulf of Mexico and the Gulf.
A London millionaire named W. W. Taylor had a wallet with £10,000 drafts and papers stolen on a New York pier. Detective work by a police officer and staged ads led to recovering the wallet by Friday afternoon. Taylor then continued to Philadelphia to meet English associates for a copper mine venture.
General Drum says a war time mobilization plan is being prepared in peacetime. Clerks compile military muster data, and a ready set of instructions would reach state governors within 24 hours of a war proclamation. The aim is to avoid delay by using rebellion era lessons.
United States ships report a violent easterly gale Sunday on the Great Banks. Captains Hillier and others describe hundreds of dories lost or overturned with crews perishing. About 100 dories and 180 men are cited as victims of the storm.
The Gazette intimates that fanatic anti Germany sentiment among French royal pretenders could imperil Germany and European peace should a monarchy be restored in France.
Miss AL E Bigelow in Marlboro has faced a string of threatening letters demanding money. A pistol was fired during an earlier assault, a $600 demand followed signed Cobra di Capello, and two later notes urged payments by specific nights. Rewards have been offered, but no culprit found.
Reports from New England describe a severe dry spell with light rainfall and damaged crops. Seaboard areas face the worst drought while the Connecticut valley and some regions show better yields. Milk output drops as cows produce less, possibly raising butter prices. August records the driest month in twelve years, with three summer months having the smallest rainfall in four decades. Water power and mills suffer in drought affected districts.
Emma Jacobs born in Lancaster, arrived in Philadelphia at 14. She was connected to James Buchanan, later president, in a scandal linked to Miss Goodwin. Once wealthy and stylish, she later wasted her fortune, ended up in the almshouse in November 1881 at age 68.
The Seventh Regiment band from New York played sacred tunes for a large audience in Mammoth Cave’s Methodist Church chamber during a Southern Exposition visit. The forty musicians performed pieces including Old Hundred America and Swanee River while echoes surprised listeners, marking the first known musical concert in the cave. Pendences are planned to light the cave with electricity.
The German section of the Villard party arrived at 3 30 yesterday afternoon. Mayor Ales led a committee to greet them and they toured the city before a formal reception at General W D Washburne's residence. A grand procession, projected to stretch fourteen miles, will showcase about 300 teams and 20 000 men amid extensive city decorations.
The Oriole Social Club plans a colorful three day festival beginning September 12 in Baltimore with cool weather forecast to attract thousands. Lord Baltimore leads an elaborate escort and abroad made costumes promise a spectacular show. Meanwhile in St Paul a dispute arises as Count Onslow brings extra guests and causes friction with Villard’s party.
The August public debt statement records a net decrease of 6,671,851 51 with $11,540,320 96 paid for pensions. Cash in the treasury on September 1 stands at 351,603,986 22, and since June 30, 1883 the debt has risen by 14,672,442 39.
Berlin reports a level crossing collision at Steglitz causing thirty nine fatalities and many injured or missing.
London reports China has declared war on the French occupation of Tonquin. Fifteen thousand Chinese troops moved beyond the frontier after Hanoi fell, as Annamite forces under French supervision were repelled near Haidoung and Chinese advances continue toward the frontier.
Cable report from Shanghai says Chinese troops cross the Song Koi valley and river to Haidoung and Hamoi may be the next objective. French defenders readied by frontier reinforcements. a Chinese gunboat escorts merchant ships while a torpedo service is prepared. City of Tonquin seethes with warlike activity.
General Gordon reports to the Herald that the Chinese government and people are aware of their relations with Europe. He says they will act after weighing results, seeing Russia as their only real threat. The better-informed Chinese favor war to capture Pekin and overthrow the Mauleting dynasty under a weak emperor.
The Commercial Bulletin reports the Cape Cod Canal Company likely to keep its charter but must spend 26000 on construction by November 1. An eight-man survey will finish soon, enabling actual work, with under two months left to spend the funds. The issue follows a charter demand for 200000 deposited with the treasurer. The Old Colony railroad opposes, fearing canal competition that could boost Cape and Vineyard travel.
The Boston Commandery of Knights Templars, 163 strong, arrived in Chicago and left for San Francisco with mixed reception. They reported no demonstrations, but Chicago brethren were angry at their perceived neglect. A comic mix up at the Grand Pacific involved a Boston knight mistaken for a porter by a lord, resolved after an American friend intervened.
A westbound Chicago and Northwestern freight derailed at Crescent City station when an open switch caused No. 19 to ditch engine and six cars. Conductor Wesleann and Engineer John Mabin were killed, fireman escaped, and a 75 year old tramp buried under the cars was rescued alive.
During the past cotton year ended yesterday Norfolk gross receipts reached 800 183 bales. Of these 372 592 bales valued at 38 090 000 were exported directly to foreign countries. An additional 91 288 bales were slipped to New York Philadelphia and Boston. The port's receipts show a 30 percent gain and the season opens today under bright auspices.
A severe storm struck the Lagos town church in Mexico during services. Lightning killed the priest, four women, and a little girl, with the incident reported from Laredo Texas dated September 2.
Mrs. C. H. Rue of Manalapan has the country’s largest apiary with 100 hives in Monmouth County. She has collected nearly a ton of honey this year and expects to harvest almost as much again.
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