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Boston Weekly Globe

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1891

Page

5

Rumors of coup in Honduras reach coast settlements

A Wilford voyage report from Baltimore via Born Island and the Mosquito coast cites wild rumors of Tegucigalpa's liberal coup. It claims President Bogran was assassinated by a Barillas party member who allegedly won an audience by claiming a petition.

New York Herald Bocas del Toro Colombia Wilford Baltimore Born Island Hondurian Mosquito Honduras Teguingalpa Bogran Barillas Party

McCann Defends Minister Egan in Balmaceda Episode

Admiral McCann defends Patrick Egan over claims he supported killing prisoners in Balmaceda’s regime. He cites Egan's anti threats note, his diplomatic actions, and despatch plans to help captives flee Chile. The disclosure, via Post, portrays Egan as wrongfully attacked while acting to restrain violence.

Washington McCann United States Egan Post Patrick Ean Balmaceda Congressional Interere Baltimore Mr. Egan Secretar Tracy Foster

Misappropriation Shocks Ulster County Bank

The Ulster County Savings Institution trustees removed treasurer James FE Ostrander after discovering funds were misused. Reported losses range from 00,000 to 90,000 dollars. Ostrander is under arrest at his home and may settle the matter by turning over real estate covering the amount.

Kiyastox, N Ulster County Savings Institution James FE. Ostrander Ostrander

Irish National Federation Holds New York Founders Meeting

A conference of Irish National Federation of America members met in New York to plan branches in other cities and discuss home rule tactics. Patrick Gleason presided and said Parnell no longer figures in the matter. Speakers included Michael Fennelly and Joseph P. Ryan. notes announced branches forming in Philadelphia Joy St Paul Duluth Cincinnati and upcoming in Boston Providence Scranton.

New York Irish National Federation of America Ireland Patrick Gleason Parnell Michael Fennelly Joseph P. Ryan Federation Philadelphia Joy St. Paul Duluth Cincinnati Boston Providence Scranton Hugh McCaffrey Irish National League

Divins Injunction Obeyed Resumes Glass Work

Pittsburg Sept 18 a threatened national strike by window glass workers was averted. A conference between manufacturers and workers settled differences. Workers to accept same wages for the year, manufacturers dropping a 10 percent cut and workers withdrawing a 6 percent wage advance. The restart will employ about 10 000 men and boys.

Pittsburg Penn

Chickasaw Land Leases Stir Tense Indian Territory

In TriHomingo Oklahoma Territory on Sept 18, reports note rumors of leases on mineral and oil lands by firms limited to Chickasaw citizens. Tensions rise as full-blood Chickasaws oppose further white settlement, with potential for conflict over sub leases and enforcement of tribal laws.

TriHomInGo I. T

Bellamy denies nationalists colonizing Provincetown

Editor Edward Bellamy says the Boston papers’ claim of a nationalist colony in Provincetown is a mistake. He notes Provincetown land is state owned and that his paper is not connected with the idea, stressing no intent to harm residents and no active plan to establish a colony.

Bellamy Provincetown Edward Bellamy Boston Mass

Dick Duncans Penitence ends as Texas killer hanged

In Baour Pass Texas on September 19 R H Duncan the man convicted of killing the Williamson family in San Saba county was hanged at 11 26 a m four minutes after the drop. The four were found drowned with stones about them in the Rio Grande above Eagle Pass. The motive remains unknown though robbery or revenge are possible. Duncan had shown bravado at times and planned to challenge the Texas criminal code after his appeal failed.

Baour Pass Tex R. H. Duncan Durran Williamson San Saba Texas Rio Grande Eagle Pass Tage Ered Galveston News San Sab 4Ck Duncan Tap Tap Duncan W. Landers Picnic Jones Disney Kage Fass Court of Appeals Sheriff Cook Williamsons Duncan

Jewellers' Bodies Found in Burning of Advertiser Building

In New York on September 17 workmen clearing debris of the Commercial Advertiser building unearthed two charred bodies. Identified as John Adelman and his son Frederick, jewelers with a workshop in the burned structure. Police expect more remains to be found within a day or two as debris removal continues.

New York Commercial Advertiser John Adelman Frederick

Losses for printing firms in Chicago fire at Monroe street

A morning blaze gutted the rear basement of a six story building at 178 and 175 Monroe Street, heavily damaging printing firms. Total losses exceed 75 000 dollars with Jamieson and Morse reporting 25 000, Blomgren Brothers 15 000, Western Type Company 18 000, Wyckof Seamens 10 000 and others insured.

Chicago Monroe St Jamieson & Morse Blomgren Brothers & Co Ss Rere

Gen Isaac I Quimby Dies at 70 in Rochester

Gen Isaac I Quimby, a confidant of Grant and Civil War veteran, died in Rochester at age 70. Princeton and West Point alumnus, he led the 11th New York Volunteers, served as brigadier general, and held education and public service posts including professor at the University of Rochester and senior U.S. official in New York's northern district.

Rochester N. Y Isaac I. Quimby Princeton West Point Military Academy Grant University of Rochester Quimby 11Th New York Volunteers Bull Run Aigny Oimby Susuinad University of Rochpies Elen United States Seal State of New York

Five Men Killed In Union Pacific Wreck Near Pocatello

A crash between Union Pacific passenger trains Nos. 1 and 2 at Pont Neuf station near Pocatello Idaho killed five men including a mail clerk Weidemyer and four Indians from Fort Hall reservation. Injured included engineer Hoyt Mackenzie Gunderson Lyons and others with severe burns and multiple broken limbs. The collision followed misaligned siding orders and loss of braking control after No 2 failed to yield at Pont Neuf.

Borst Crry Ida Statesman Pocatello Union Pacific Pont Neuf Weidemyer Fort Hall Reservation Charles Hoyt Chris Mackenzie P. P. Gunderson Lyons Hoyt Mackenzie Gunderson No. 2

Seven Smothered in Fire at Sedgwick Street Building

Flames swept a three story brick building at 549 and 561 Sedgwick street in Currreano. Seven people died and another was fatally injured as a bakery fire spread from the first floor rear to upper living quarters. The Schalk family perished except Cynthia survived. Firemen rescued Burns and his wife and three others.

Curreano Sedgwick St John Schalk Annie John James Robbie Burns Cynthia Schalk Mount William Keafitz Ivis Payne Keafitz Reginstein Rose E Schalk Els Burns Schalk

Unclear OCR notes on a family incident and patrol wagon

Fragmentary report mentions a mother and family, a patrol wagon arriving there is a minor financial loss described as insignificant. No clear names, places, or dates are readable.

Scherie

Muriatic Acid Fumes Kill Fire Captain in Chicago Fire

A Chicago blaze at the American Printing Company office on Adams Street released muriatic acid fumes. Firemen suffered coughing, chest pain, and suspected pneumonia. Capt. Mullins died, while Capt. Donahoe and a police company member Micah Williams were in critical condition but expected to recover. Several others were severely affected as hospital doctors warned of toxic inhalation.

Chcaco Compa Adams Sr Mullins Patrick Donahoe Cit Neine Micah Williams Reman Hopital

A Costly Widow Case Splits New York Society

In uptown circles a divorce suit against Dr. Alexander Buchanan is revealed. His wife alleges infidelity and financial support cutbacks, naming widow Mrs. Foster as co respondent. She describes threats and abusive acts spanning decades and a large sum allegedly given to the widow.

New York Uptown Alexander Buchanan Buchanan Foster

Mor ris Wilson schooner crew presumed drowned near Canso

SEVENTELN DROWNED Hatrax N S Sept 18 The fate of the crew of 17 of the Lunenburg schooner Morris Wilson was settled today Captain Smith reports that on the 11th near Canso he found a beamended schooner believed to be the Morris Wilson All hands feared lost after the wreck and capsizing off Louisburg with only part of a side above water The Eureka held to the wreck until Sunday then withdrew due to heavy weather

Hatrax N. S Lunenburg Morris Wilson Smith Canso Eureka Wilson Louisburg

Mercier's Troubles Sparks Quebec Political Crisis

Montreal Sept 18 The Province of Quebec faces a major political crisis as pressure mounts for the government to resign over a conflict of authority between Lieut Gov Angers and Mr Mercier. The Baie des Chaleurs scandal and published correspondence threaten to trigger a ministry dismissal and a crown versus people struggle with potential far reaching consequences.

Montreal Quebec Mercier Baie Des Chaleurs Ottawa Gov. Angers Mr. Mercier Dominion

Trouble on the border near Camaro and Genetta maneuvers

Reports from Rio Grande City Texas detail Caterino Garzia claiming to loot Camaro after skirmish with customs guards. Reinforcements under Ruiz Sandoval advance from San Ignacio as U S troops patrol the river. Revolt movements spread from Paleto Blanco toward Migre, with Mexican troops in pursuit and potential arrests under Texas and federal law.

Rio Granpr Crry Tex Caterino Garzia Camaro Custom House Garzia Azucar Ruiz Sandoval San Ignacio Laredo United States Downs Diaz Lieut Swain Shelley Mexico Langhorne Genetta Ranch San Antonio Paleto Blanco Camargo C.a.garza San Miguel Revoluionists Migre Guerrero War Department Texas

Great Britain Spots Violation of Modus Vivendi Pact

Washington Sept 18 Sir Julian Pauncefote British minister has called attention to alleged breaches of the modus vivendi regarding British actions. The note to the Department of State seeks clarification on compliance and potential remedies amid tensions between the two nations.

Great Britain Washington Julian Pauncefote Department of State

Behring Sea Sealing Dispute Hinges on Technical Points

Officials report no official statement on alleged breach of the Behring Sea agreement as British and American commissioners monitor seal hunts. The dispute centers on whether 7500 or more skins could be taken after the June 15 modus vivendi, with Treasury data suggesting only 7500 since signing while Britain argues a longer season. The matter risks delaying arbitration but likely remains noncritical to overall negotiations.

Behring Sea Department of State Gven Washington Speechy Julian Pauncefote George Baden Powell Dawson Belking Sea Treasury Williams United States

O'Brien charged in Knights treachery across Chattanooga to Providence

Supreme Trustee Edwin D. McGuinness returned from Chattanooga where he investigated the Catholic Knights of America finances. He uncovered a scheme by Treasurer M J O'Brien who stole about 12,000 weekly since last May, shifting bonds to 80,000 May 1, and causing claims disputes among local families. O'Brien fled leaving wife and four children. his wife holds a 50,000 inheritance.

Paoviprncn Edwin D. McGuinness Chattanooga Tenn Catholic Knights of America M. J. O'Brien O'Brien John Sherron Layne Tilley Providence McGuinness John Ryan New York Peas and Casualty O’brien Durant

Explosion at Montville Jelly Factory Kills Five

Report from Charneyn O Sep 18 states a boiler explosion at Van Lise's jelly factory in Montville, ten miles away, killed three men and two young girls who were playing near the plant. Communication with Montville is cut, leaving details scarce.

Charneyn Montville van Lise

Boston money goes west a Nebraska yard sale

A Boston syndicate led by Charles H. North buys a controlling stake in the Nebraska Stock Yards Company in Lincoln. The transfer is immediate with operations to begin November 1. Price cited as about half a million dollars.

Nebraska Lincoln Neb Nebraska Stock Yards Company Boston Charlies H. North North Packing and Provision Company of Apaunaink

W L Scott Dead A Noted Pennsylvanian Leader

Ex congressman William L. Scott of Pennsylvania dies suddenly in Newport Rhode Island after two weeks in Erie suffering from acute gastro intestinal catarrh. Born July 2 182, he served as a House page then became a shipping clerk for Gen Reed of Erie and built a career in coal iron manufacture rail and shipping with vast wealth and numerous contracts.

Newport R. I W. L. Scott Pennsylvania Erie Penn William L. Scott Washington D. C Robert L. Scott United States Army House of Representatives Congress Fom Oeddit Gen. Reed William L. Scotten Reed Erie Lake Senator Morrow Bay Ofe Spee Oes

Notable Racehorse Domination and Political Ties

Drafted text describes a prominent horse owner and trainer with record stakes and imported Normandy bloodstock, plus political figure J. J. Brannan facing bigamy charges in Kansas City, and a railroad collision in Illinois resulting in fatalities for Engineer Ruddy and Brakeman Wood.

Missing Brunswick girl and Adele voyage mystery

A Brunswick Ga young man named Skipper seeks the Norwegian bark Adele captain and crew to greet them after their Buenos Aires voyage. Carl Larsen aboard Adele and Gene Skipper, 16, eloped with him. parents opposed. They reportedly left Brunswick September 11 with Judge Cohen's consent, then sailed. Separate notes report Sherman Cummin’s alleged Park disaster death, later burial, and a Halifax message that he is alive aboard a sailing vessel.

New York Adele Skipper Brunswick Carl Larsen Buenos Ayres Gene Skipper Hornse Judge Cohen

Absconder Albertson stole $900000 in securities plus cash

Tacoma dispatch details Edward Albertson's bank theft, estimating $900,000 in securities and $10,000 cash taken from Fidelity Trust Bank, with a signed no-prosecution agreement. Reports on county line/seat orders for Oklahoma, crimes at Montgomery Trust, Booth & Co leather fire damage, Quebec oil spill, a rapid New York Central run, navy gun trials, resignations from pay fraud inquiry, and other miscellany.

Tacoma Edward Albertson Fidelity Trust Bank Albertson Noble Oklahoma W. F. Slingruff Montgomery Trust Company Norristown Penn Booth & Co Gloversville N. Y Cape Blanc Quebec New York Central Railroad New York City Baffalo St. Mary's Ordnance Bureau of the Navy Washington Navy Yard William E. Desmond Wniter Jones M. Larrington Yards and Docks Department Brooklyn Navy Yard R. W. Tapp Glenville Penn.) State Normal School Pennsylvania Morgantown W. Va Brother Bartholomew St. Joseph's Provincial Seminary Edward Doyle Doyle Bartholomew Thomas 8. Mott Oswego Roscoe Conkling Democratic Grant James Campbell Philadelphia Pieres Common Pleas Lorenzo Brentam Chicago Germany Luther Greene Vermont Woodstock Standard Woodstock San Francisco Marshall Islands Lovedale Pannonia Hawaiian Islands Society of the Army of the Cumberland Columbus William Henry Perrin Waret M Dey Illinois Kentuc St. Paul Newtown

Fire destroys Memphis theatre owner’s building

A Memphis theatre, one of the South’s oldest, burned down Thursday. Owner Jacob Friedman of Boston faced losses around 45 090 with 24 500 insured. Various other items include ship arrivals, legal cases and accidents from across the nation.

Memphis Tenn South Ursday Jacob Friedman Boston Messrs. Ellis and Ferguson Mexico New York Connecticut Pennsylvania Antietam Bowdoin Collage Salineer Halifax Julia A. Decker Col H. Clay King David H. Poston Supreme Part J. W. Montgomery May Adams Oadland Cal Arison William Stouffer H. Waterman Underwood Coffee Ulster & Delaware Railroad Pine Hill N. Y Goons Gould Anthracite Coal Producing Shelbyville Ind Maryland Commission Patrick O'Donnell Hazelton Penn Philadelphia Frank Marino Buffalo Frank Ingalls Hattery B 4Th Artillery Fort McPherson Atlanta Fall River Mass Fulton St Morgan Jones William Jones Wilkesharre John Broyey Springfield Emma EF. Benson Baltimore St. Louis A. Miller Thomas Shields Aleghany Heating Company Pittsburg Shields Albert Longatser Montgomery Trust Company Norristown Wff Slingluff Truat Company

Mexican revolution battle reported near Nie r Mexico

Juan Macorita arrives from Nie r Mexico says government troops overtook revolutionaries north of Nie r and a pitched battle ensued with deaths and injuries on both sides. Caterina Garza, leader of the revolt, was seriously shot and hanged to a tree. Gen Sandoval fled toward the mountains with a few followers and is being pursued.

San Antonio Tex Juan Macorita Nier Mexico Caterina Garza Sandoval

Man in Grand Army uniform endures grave wounds on border

Horace Wilcox is carried from a street car in Kawaas City Mo after fainting. He narrates a Civil War tale of repeated capture and escapes from Mexico with 12 bullets and three sabre wounds. He bears copper bullets in his body and cannot ride, forcing him to walk everywhere.

Kawaas Ciry Metropolitan Grand Army Order Gove Horace Wilcox Mexico Mindia Pat

Seals Dispute Between U S And Britain Risks Prolonged Battle

Washington reports that American and British seal commission reports on Behring Sea diverge sharply. Mendenhall and Meriam fear US findings differ from Sir George Baden Powell and Dr. Dawson, with Britain urging a closed season to protect seals. Arbitration unlikely to satisfy both sides.

It Isn't so Pretty Yet Sometimes South Framingham Tribune

A fragmentary piece contrasts a typewriter with a pen and mocks a local correspondent. It mentions Brother Baker of the Dedham Transcript, a man seeking work, and a bank remark about an unwanted candidate. The text is incomplete and reads like a humor column with satirical quips.

South Framingham Tribune Brother Baker Dedham Transcript Owever Met 39 Ustworths nShhen the Bank

Commercial Matters Update on Prices and Markets

Monday September 91 reports quiet butter markets with price advances checked. Dairy creamery and extra creamery products show varied quotes, while cheese beans fruits and vegetables list current trading ranges. Meat and grain items follow supply shifts with regional price movements noted for New York Vermont Michigan and Ohio markets.

Nowrow Vermont New York New Vermont Lima Michigan California York Norfolk Jersey Urajes Iindaon River Concord Cape Cod St. Andrews N.Y Can Deans Minnesota Abr Hed & Oe Ohio

Watertown Cattle Market Arrivals and Prices

Weekly market report for Brighton and Watertown lists arrivals by species with totals for cattle veals hogs and sheep. Cattle prices top at six and three quarters per hundred pounds for first quality with varied weights and regional buys noted. Also includes hides tallow skins and wool prices and a notice about a new rate for Weekly Globe private circulars.

Brighton Watertown

The Folio latest issue combines with The Weekly Globe

The latest issue of The Folio is an exceedingly yearatractive number. It is combined with The Weekly Globe for only $1.75 per year. Send for sample copies.

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Nutmegs and a Sugar Trap Tale From a Household Scheme

A fragment recalls a father's fly trap idea using sugar and molasses around the house. Early success faded as neighbors urged patenting the method. The tale ends with a surreal twist about a bald head and a family member implicated in the setup.

That Was It Epoch Larkin Meeting Gilroy at Summer Resort

Fragmentary dialogue shows Gilroy describing a horse as a 1.50 animal and expressing disbelief at sub two minute mile times. The text hints at a carousal of betting or wager details, including a cryptic reference to a cost or payment per hour associated with the horse's use.

Larkin Gilroy Esrhour-Toy

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