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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1884

Page

2

Randall urged to attend Pennsylvania Democratic convention

It may seem important to Mr. Randall that he attend the Pennsylvania convention, but the country must wait as congressional business and especially appropriations stay delayed.

Randall Pennsylvania

Court House Burned, Restorative Cost Estimated

The Cincinnati Commercial notes the burned court house could be restored for 200000 dollars, but restoring public confidence and security will cost far more, underscoring the lasting impact of the loss.

Cincinnati Court House

Wool duty reform vote tests house unity

Monday proved a test of revenue reform resolve as Mr. Converse of Ohio failed to secure two thirds to suspend rules for wool duty restoration. Morrison’s proposal faced mixed support, with Massachusetts protectionists split except for Mr. Russell, revealing protectionism as a self serving grab game rather than a consistent principle.

Converse Ohio Morrison New England Russell Massachusetts

Representative reports progress on duty relief for boxes and cartons

Mr F Warren Gould reports to leading local merchants that he presented their petition to the Washington Ways and Means Committee. He argued against treasury rulings taxing boxes and wrappers as merchandise, showing their insignificance beyond protection. subcommittee members Mills Hewitt and Kelley showed sympathy and promised clear tariff language to shield their interests.

F. Warren Gould Washington Committee of Ways and Means Treasury Department Messrs Mills Texas Hewitt New York Kelley Pennsylvania Congress Secretary of the Treasury Germany

National game of baseball and its growing reach

The piece discusses baseball as a national pastime with strong professional ties beyond cities. It contrasts it with cricket, notes the sport’s commercial appeal and its potential strain on public patronage, and concludes that while fans enjoy the sport, a busy schedule may limit local business attention.

Boston State House Copps Hill Chicago Philadelphia

Export balance and tariff wisdom from a farmer statesman

The piece argues protectionist fantasies fail to ensure steady exports and warns tariffs may provoke retaliation. It cites ex Gov Seymour’s private letter urging a balanced tariff stance, noting Europe’s growing farming protection and rising domestic competition. The overall tone cautions against insulation and advocates practical trade policy.

Protectionists Seymour New York Europe East Tarsuteria Eere

Odd Bits From a Late 19th Century Sheet

A collage of clippings notes quirky anecdotes, local gossip, and brief items. It mentions Detroit Free Press style quips, city ranks, and random social jots about Cincinnati marbles, a Bible’s toast, and New Orleans Mardi Gras impressions from Miss Amy Fay with vivid scenes of the swamp, cotton, servants, and European touches in the Crescent City.

Woopstock Daniel Webster Amy Fay New Orleans Miss Fay Chicago Boston Tennessee City Boston Advertiser South Quebec Mississippi River Bayou Goula Mysticke Crewe Comus Louisiana Club House Canal Street

City Hall Dinners Trigger Colorful City Hall Characters

Farrar McDermott meets Billy Geoghegan and loses appetite while chatting with Mayor Edson’s clerk Walsh enjoys oysters and Albany ale. Veterans Rynders and Ferris debate Andrew Jackson near the heater as Wood and Haskin pass. Tucker feasts on crackers and milk. Eighteen of twenty four aldermen dine at the same place, led by Alderman Sheils the biggest eater. DeLacey prefers tomato soup and corned beef. Bernard McQuade abstains but buys milk for the crowd.

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