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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1889
Page
4
Boston Post imprint notes mail handling policy and advises payments by check to the Post Publishing Company. Lists New York and Washington offices with Broadway and Wall Street, Corcoran Building address, and Bridgman Birmingham and Co. agents.
Boston city officials expressed anxiety that the proposed bill be labeled a board of public works. Advocates argue the plan differs in scope, yet critics warn it could face the same drawbacks seen in boards with similar names in other cities.
The selection of Mr. William F. Wharton for assistant secretary of state is a gratifying surprise due to his strong character and qualifications. He has not been tied to party machines, though not entirely detached from his party, and 1884 associations did not indicate Blaineism as a defining trait.
Four ship captains in the April North American Review weigh fog signaling. They favor an intelligible simple system and critique complex schemes. Captain Brooks proposes the ferry boat rule one short blast left, two right, arguing many signals are impractical in emergencies and could cause disaster.
Captain Boyer of the steamship La Champagne, a French navy officer, critiques current signaling rules. He argues for louder whistles placed at the bow, signals every minute at speed, and proposes stopping engines upon hearing another vessel to avoid collisions though reduced speed could be a drawback.
In our view Captain BorEr’s significance outweighs others have suggested. The point underscores BorEr’s influence within the dispute and supports a stronger case for his central role in the narrative.
The piece applauds Secretary Tracy for quickly sending new ships to Samoa but laments that the Richmond, Alert, and Adams are inadequate to replace Trenton Vandalia and Nipsic. It urges better options like the steel Dolphin and accelerated Charleston, warns of German naval expansion, and notes Pago Pago’s importance amid Berlin conference considerations.
The article disputes Mayor Hart’s reforms aiming to remove offices from partisan politics as critics allege a political bargain underpins the appointment of Mr Jones as superintendent of streets and the promotion of Mr Meehan to assistant superintendent. Citizens fear patronage and spoilman influence undermine good government.
The piece argues New York’s struggles with underground wires and steam heat show Boston a path forward. It cites the 1884 Albany law, later court action, and Western Union’s claims of heat damage and outages under streets and subways.
A political piece reviews ex election platform quotes and argues the mayor should serve the public without partisan bias. It condemns perceived politicization of appointments and urges the removal of officials to restore nonpartisan public service.
Experts agree no practical underground burial method exists for electric light wires. The piece recalls Hewitt in New York City who refused to order removal of wires and poles, suggesting future advances may bring a method but entry points to conduits remain as hazardous as aerial lines.
The widow and children of Joseph H. Hunneman of Roxbury donated a lantern used on the Liberty Tree at Essex Street for May 20 1766 celebrations after the Stamp Act repeal. The lantern, hung on the west bough opposite Frog Lane, now Boylston Street, was part of a public illumination following a Faneuil Hall meeting. The heirloom has been presented to the Bostonian Society for public custody.
A Saturday evening supper at Delmonico’s honored Edwin Boer with a distinguished guest list led by hosts A. M. Palmer and Avousiin Daly. Notables from stage, law, literature, commerce, and the army attended, praising Boer’s modest greatness. Also noted: new city lamp and carriage lighting rules, with drivers’ numbers mandatory on lamps for safety.
Citizens met in Odd Fellows hall Cambridgeport with Mayor Gilmore presiding to form a permanent fund for enlarging the Public Library. Colonel Higginson offered 500 dollars, two other donors pledged 1 000 dollars each, and ward committees were named to raise subscriptions. The Cambridge Veteran Fireman's Association held its annual meeting with 65 members. President Mason Locke resigned and new officers were elected. A youth fell five stories onto an elevator shaft but survived without serious injury.
A crowded Boston house heard the first Rheingold in this city with Max Alvary as Loge and strong supporting turns. The review lauds Wagnerian theory, praises Seidl’s conducting and the orchestra, and notes mixed vocal success among the cast and overall stagecraft.
New York April 1 Weiss leads the chess tournament after winning five and a half games with no losses. Other results include McLeod over Martinez Bird over Judd Mason forfeiting over Tschigorin Burille over Gunsberg Lipschutz over Gossip Showalter over D G Baird Pollock over J W Baird Delmar over Hanham Taubenhaus over Burn.
Den ver resident C. E. Wyman stays at the Crawford House. Actress Mary Anderson departed Philadelphia for New York and is expected to sail for Europe soon. Ex President Cleveland and party are due in Jacksonville, Florida Thursday morning and will depart for the North at noon the same day.
In Boston a tribute recalls Jacob Sleeper whose long public service and philanthropy shaped the city and state. The 87 year old’s benevolence, moderation, and religious spirit are praised as the core of his respected life and lasting impact on educational and civic institutions.
A reminiscence recalls the Sleeper family and other notable residents in Ashburton Place and Summer Street, Boston. It notes the shift from private homes to offices and businesses, mentions historical figures linked to the neighborhoods, and ends with a casual aside about moustache dyeing services and a local barber shop price placard.
A clipped line from a Boston Jo item cautions Corporal Tanner to pace his progress after receiving an appointment. The remark suggests caution against advancing too quickly, lest the sea or circumstances outpace his recognition.
A collage of quotes and snippets from editorials and humorous exchanges. Mentions include Murat Halstead reflections on March, Postmaster Pearson, Berlin mission, a Boston editorial critique, a Chicago cashier’s loss, and light exchanges about mothers cooking and stage stars.
A New York Republican hints at tipping the 1892 race via the Brooklyn Navy Yard and 10000 Democratic votes. The piece discusses Halstead's rejection, Montague's potential civil service seat, and Wanamaker's view on business and politics shaping government leadership.
Announcement of the Beethoven Cycle at Music Hall by Dr. Hans von Bulow for April 15 through 18 has stirred strong public interest. The program promises educational value and likens anticipation to the acclaimed Broadway Theatre performances in New York.
The Supreme Judicial Court of Maine at Augusta yesterday ruled the last Legislature acts to provide for the refunding of the public debt constitutional. Bonds issued under the act would be valid.
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