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Newspaper
Hull Daily Mail
Location
Hull, North Humberside, United Kingdom
Date
Jul 18, 1888
Page
4
New York telegrams reveal Mr Egan was told by Labouchere to produce material for a special inquiry. The letters from James Carey received in Paris are discussed in the dispatches.
Police Inspector Banfield states arrests made yesterday do not prove a citywide plot or that two men are involved. He characterizes those arrested as belonging to a low Bohemian type.
In Arrixs on July 17 a bas-relief was found at the Acropolis in excellent preservation. It depicts Minerva in helmet and spear, with a notably sad expression on the goddess face, a feature previously unknown.
Rome reports a papal letter to Irish bishops carries weight greater than Holy Office decrees as it comes from the Pope. Persico urges perseverance in stand against Irish Nationalists amid strong Irish reaction in New York on July 17.
Paris reports General Boulanger showing marked improvement after a bullet wound. A morning bulletin notes lung congestion unchanged and no fever, with permission to eat light solid food and the general in good spirits despite reporters seeking further danger update. Paris notes ongoing progress and cautious optimism from Dr Labbé.
New York reports Patrick Ben, a 36 year old sailor, stabbed two men aboard the Erin during its voyage from England. He surrendered after the killings and was handed to the British Consul. Ben, described as tall and powerful, had a violent temper and had quarrelled with shipmates previously. He says he was out of his mind during the attack and had engaged in acrapes aboard before.
A coroner investigated the death of Sarah Ann Cornish at Bermondsey after she inserted a brass pin into her ear at a neighbor’s. She collapsed and died from meningitis several days later. The jury returned an accidental death verdict.
On Tuesday another Royal sturgeon was caught in the fish weir near Colwyn Bay by Rhos. The huge fish weighs 215 pounds with a girth of about five feet and measures seven feet four inches long. Two such large sturgeon have never before been secured on the Welsh coast.
At Worcester Gaol this morning Thomas Wyre a 30 year old condemned man was executed by a six foot drop after confessing guilt to his solicitor before the trial. The murder occurred at Wolverley near Kidderminster on March 3. The executioner was Berry and death was instantaneous.
At the funeral for butcher Talbot, stabbed by his brother in a quarrel last week, a large crowd followed the hearse to Bow Cemetery. After the service about twenty inebriated roughs caused a disgraceful scene with rough horseplay and vulgar language.
Interesting experiments test captive balloons on ships to spot distant enemies. A balloon of 450 cubic metres was launched with Lieutenant Serpette in the car. He relayed horizon views by telephone to those below using powerful glasses.
On Tuesday night at the Queen's Armstel Kilburn, MP John Aird and MP Seager Hunt chaired a presentation to Detective Charles Langford X Division. A silver watch and about £60 were given as residents’ thanks for capturing a desperate burglar in Priory Park Road Kilburn in January. Langford was seriously injured. the burglar received a ten year sentence.
The Rev Robert Hall Regen, canon of Worcester and former vicar of Holy Trinity Folkestone, faced remand at Oxford Magistrates on a charge of obtaining goods and money from tradesmen via cheques on a Folkestone bank where he held no account since 1884. Defence argued credit rested on his position, not the cheques. After a long hearing he was committed to Quarter Sessions with bail set at two sureties of 109 pounds each and 0 application to lower the amount refused.
The inquest into John Mandeville was resumed at Mitchelstown with MP William O Brien recalled to testify he knew Mandeville as sober and protested his arrest over prison dress rules Mrs Mandeville was urged to consent to a death inquiry during depositions Dr Moorehead visiting justice attended The report notes interruptions and remarks about Mandeville’s conduct in Tullamore.
In Kilrush early morning reports a tense scene as tenants resist eviction while Mr Studdart of Sepia Vandeleur negotiates with a priest. The correspondent notes ongoing talks and possible settlement as authorities press for compliance.
A fragment notes Patrick M Inerny visiting near Ki-The and owing £90 for three years without resistance, indicating a quiet debt situation lacking dispute or collection action.
Copy of Government Bill authorizing a Special Commission to inquire into charges against MPs and others in the O'Donnell v Walter case. It outlines commission powers, witness attendance, document production, penalties for contempt, and protection of evidence with perjury penalties and certificates for witnesses. Backed by Mr Smith, Mr Matthews, and the Solicitor-General.
At Manchester Assizes Judge Grantham hears John Jackson accused of killing Assistant Warder Webb at Strange Ways Gaol on May 22. Prosecution details show a premeditated strike, with witnesses including Major Preston, Matron Elizabeth Settle, and Dr. Braddon. The jury viewed the cell, Webb’s body, and a knife found with his widow Grav Webb identifying the weapon.
Lambeth archbishops and bishops attending the Conference visited Cambridge University this morning. Honorary degrees were conferred on Arch of York and Dublin, along with several colonial dignitaries.
Mrs Leese of Kidsgrove crossed the railway at Harecastle Junction with two children Tuesday evening. One child halted on the line. the mother pushed the child clear but was struck by an express train and cut to pieces. The two children escaped unharmed.
Over a thousand Blue-jackets arrived at the China station port today but were detained for service with the mobilised fleet. The action reflects rapid deployment ahead of broader naval operations and impacts accompanying personnel movements in the force.
Fanny Hancock pleaded guilty to murdering her child by drowning it in the sea at Sandgate on the 9th inst and attempting suicide. At Maidstone, Baron Huddleston sentenced her to death without hope of mercy.
Charles Seesions an elderly man appeared at Gainsborough Petty Sessions on Tuesday charged with stealing mushrooms from Mr Charles Clixby of Highfield Grange Farm near Gainsborough. Clixby had grown valuable mushrooms by salt sowing and spawn planting. Early morning marauders stripped the field and Seesions was caught with mushrooms in his possession. He was fined 12s 6d including costs.
A labourer George Sargent is accused of murdering his wife Anne by slitting her throat at Wake's Come, a village between Colchester and Halstead. The couple had split. Sargent visited Monday evening, an argument followed, and Tuesday morning Anne died. He was arrested soon after.
The House of Commons examined new clauses of the Local Government Bill including a clause empowering the County Council to appeal to the Local Government Board over Public Health Act enforcement and a body of Commissioners to adjust county borough taxing relations. A rent deduction clause faced heavy scrutiny with ministers and MPs debating representation, contracts, and future comprehensive action. The committee voted against the clause by 55 with 174 for and 229 against.
At a City of London Guardians meeting a 11 year return of single women in the workhouse was laid before the court. It highlighted three cases: a 23 year inmate with two children who cost £382, a 34 year old with three children who cost £540, and a 37 year old who cost £750. Together these ten children increased the total cost to ratepayers over £1,600. The matter was referred to the General Purposes Committee for report.
Lloyds telegraph from Falmouth says the Sestos, sailing from Newport to Bilbao, was damaged in a collision with HMS Agincourt off Lizard. The Sestos shows a hole in the starboard bow and stem damage, while Agincourt, flagship of Admiral Rowley, lost boats and anchor with 15 fathoms of chain swept away. Further details awaited.
Warm but clear conditions mark the Kolapore Cup events with Home team leading after 200 yards on 234 points, Jersey 233, Canada 223, Guernsey 223, and after 500 yards Home at 464, Canada 454, Jersey 451, Guernsey 415. Highlanders, Foulkan, and Paterson contribute as shooters. Mother Country team leads with 687 aggregate, Canada 674, Mone 609.
Football entries for the Bull Times Challenge Cup must be received at the Hull Times Office on or before Saturday August 4. Each club or team must accompany the usual fee of 5a. Revised rules will appear in the Hull Times on Saturday and the draw date and further details will be published soon.
A proposed insurance fund for football players injured during play is to be advanced. The Hull and District Union plans to bring the idea before proper authorities, with editor Mr J. Oorl proposing the scheme. Await further action by the Union.
The Yarmouth card featured ideal going despite Hull’s rain. notable upset saw Royal lose to a less fancied entrant in the main event with several supporting selections listed. Heavy conditions at Lichfield promise testing running this afternoon though a solid program is in place with selections Across multiple races and plates.
Report from a Great Yarmouth meeting detailing multiple races with winners and placings. Laurette, Rickaby Needles, Waterfall, Virgin Queen, and others are noted for handicaps and stakes at Hastings and related events. The writeup lists odds, participants, and final margins for several race results.
In a busy card at the meeting, Musk held off late challenges by Ethelreda to win the Elmport Plate by three lengths. Minster Bell and Bridget chased in the Tamworth Welter with Yorksire Lad and St Rule among those in contention. betting favored Minster Bell and Bridget. Staffordshire Stakes saw Golden Butterfly and Charleston duel to the finish, while Rangemore Welter produced a close run for Sir Bertie and Export. London betting highlighted strong interest in Stewards Cup and Ayrshire for the Leger with quotes on multiple runners.
At Goodwood today Stewards heard a complaint of foul riding from Mr Limon Eg against jockey Mr Coyney. They did not find late conduct and exonerated him. The field included Torchiight Aman Gratton Chan ian Chettan pudd Osmunda Fealty Spice and Latania in the Goodwood Stakes context.
In Grimsby on Saturday Hopperness versus St James ended with a win for HoppeRness 7 rubbers to 2. Scores included 7 sets to 7 113 games to 63 and several wins by Holderness fields. Messrs Smethurst and Drewry won over Newman Saeeeee 08 56 63. Multiple matches feature Holderness and Grimsby pairing against Cook Walley Robinson Symons with decisive sets 6-1 6-2 and 7-5 6-2.
The Canadian Agricultural Coal and Colonisation Company schedules subscriptions for 220000 pounds in debentures at four oclock on Thursday the nineteenth for town and country. Railway traffic returns for the week ending July fifteenth 1888 show gains and losses across lines including North Staffordshire Glasgow South Western Midland Caledonian Great Northern North British and London and North Eastern with mixed totals compared to 1887.
A long, unreadable market list shows varied prices for multiple fish species and other seafood, including soles, plaice, haddocks, cod, ling, scad, and shrimp, across Grimsby and London markets. It notes fair supply and a steady demand with shifts by species and origin, alongside brief commodity remarks on lard, oils, and grains.
A Plymouth inquest investigates the death of a young woman found near a cliff after a night disturbance with a soldier later entering a nearby barracks hatless. Police regard the case as foul play with a potential clue from the soldier's admission and tense quarrel reported near the scene.
In Hull a non political contest between C Shaw and R Toogood dominates Central Ward polling. Voters total 6189 on old register with three stations heavy on Toogood at Catholic and Oxford Street booths while Protestant Hall leans Shaw. After a slow morning, turnout rises after dinner with both camps mobilized. final result hinges on late arrivals.
The Post Office Tel authorities today notify that communication with Australia and beyond is active. Officials emphasize resumed or continued service with regional networks and maritime links, detailing status updates and upcoming maintenance windows affecting long distance messaging.
The Queen with Princess left Windsor for Portsmouth en route to Osborne. A Watch Committee meeting was held today with Alderman Stuart in the chair. Weekly pay estimates totaled £390 17s 10d.
At Hull Town Hall the Board of Trade inquiry chaired by Mr E C Twiss found no wind or tide excuse for the skipper of the Grimsby smack Gleaner. The court ruled he failed to recover the vessel before an agreement with sailors, navigated the channel poorly, and thus caused material damage. Certificate suspended six months with no costs order.
Late shipping news lists vessels crossing or arriving: Lees bound for London passed Copenhagen July 17, 7008 notation. Bombay bound for Hull passed Dover at 3 a.m.. Sparks reported at Cronstadt July 18. Westbourne 8 reached Middlesbrough July 17. Milans arrived at Alexandria this morning. Eastbourne 8 departed Venice bound for Batoum this morning.
Public notices show job requests from tailors and drivers, several household rentals with varied rents, and sales offers including a six room house and furniture. Also advertised are loans on valuables and upcoming East Yorkshire railway excursions from Hull Paragon with dates and destinations.
An old ad announces strong cuamae ales and draught bitter beer served by the glass at J. H. B. Dennison’s Silk Merchants and General Drapers shop. The proprietor offers nightly specials from Whitefriargate in Hull, at 24 25 and 26.
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