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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1889
Page
4
A brief notice lists subscription prices for Milk near Washington Street. Rates shown include six dollars for annual, three dollars for half year, one dollar fifty cents for three months, and fifty cents for a shorter term.
April 9 1889 report claims the reform measure is secretly opposed by Quay aligned legislators. A special Senate panel is accused of stalling until adjournment. Colonel Shepard cites President Harrison claiming Theodore Roosevelt and others formed a group called the Boys. The piece notes civil service ideals used to reap political work from the Boys.
The Senate's rejection of Murat Halstead prompts journal hints of a revived independence, broader view of public affairs, and a gradual shift away from machine politics as Halstead adapts to his new status and stance. The Commercial Gazette even views the Senate action as a disguised kindness.
The article notes uncertainty about John Wanamaker’s role in a diverse cabinet as the new administration settles. It highlights early antagonisms in the Post Office Department and mocks Wanamaker’s shift from campaign finance to governance. It suggests he may adjust his stance to the influence of political bosses.
The article notes ongoing reviews by the Navy Department of British gunboat criticisms from maneuvers last summer. It cites concerns about heavyweight armament making vessels cranky and forward weight, with suggestions such as five inch guns and moved anchors. It cautions these critiques center on armament, not structure, and states fixes are straightforward if Yorktown tests prove excessive weight.
In a two day executive session presided by Senator Epyumps the Vermont delegation has successfully acted on the diverse claims before them. The proceedings focused on reviewing submissions from multiple claimants and making determinations on eligibility and compensation.
The Vermont Congressmen devised a rule during a lengthy meeting that incumbents may hold offices for four years from start of service, after which they are to be removed regardless of commission expiry. The arrangement aligns with reform ideas in civil service and party caucus control, though it raises questions about the reform principle.
The piece discusses Maine Congressmen pressing for an aggressive BLAINE administration policy on North Atlantic fisheries. It notes potential shifts toward denying negotiated settlements, demanding damages for Canadian seizures, and risking arbitration. Frye’s outline suggests a turbulent path that critics say could harm US diplomacy and national interests.
In Paris opinions split over General Boulanger after his flight from Paris. Friends and foes discuss the impact on his personal fortunes as the Patriotic League leaders face virtual acquittal by the Correctional Court.
The report notes that the latest de faulter was described as prominent in church circles and as the superintendent of a Sunday school. The writer objects to repeating these facts as they have become commonplace in current reporting.
Arthur Weld reviews a Boston performance of Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg praising Fischer as Hans Sachs for flawless singing and acting. The orchestra chorus and cast receive high marks though stage management faults and Beckmesser and Walther interpretations are discussed with notes on production flaws. A push to cast Alvary as Siegfried is noted.
In Boston today the Bostonian Society meets at the Old State House to hear Colonel Henry Lee advocate preserving relics of Old Boston. He argues relics connect past greats and events, motive power for patriotism, and draw visitors, benefiting culture, education, and public morals.
The Kneisel Quartet gave the sixth and last concert of the season in Chickering Hall last evening with Haydn and Beethoven quartets. Miss Alice Wentworth sang songs by Thomas, Faure, Vidal, Liszt and Schubert, producing a smooth voice and thoughtful interpretation, though somber in mood overall, and the audience of musical enthusiasts expressed gratitude for the season and hope the ensemble continues for many seasons.
The Post critiques the Hollis Street presentation of Mrs Ward’s novel as unsuitable for stage dramatization. It singles out Gillette’s adaptation, praises A M Palmer for refusing use of his theatre, and commends Miss Dorothy Dorr and E H Vanderfelt for strong performances amid weak material.
The California Opera Company presented Said Pasha from San Francisco at the Globe Theatre Boston. The libretto is weak and relies on reminiscence. Terano seeks his ideal woman in Constantinople while Said Pasha and others flee by sea to India. Performances were fair with notable beauty but poor grace and dancing.
The critique praises agreeable music with a light style and strong vocal work. Charles Turner’s tenor and Carrie Godfrey’s performance on My Own stand out, while Miss ae pure soprano provides sweet if reed-like tone. Gaillard as Said Pasha and Stevens as Hadad deliver solid vocal numbers, with a smoothly moving piece and admirable choruses.
The article reviews Leavitt's big folly burlesque company at the How ard Athenaeum with sketches, songs by the Sisters Geresch, and acrobatics by the Klos brothers, plus Monte Cristo Jr. The Grand Opera House presents Queen's Evidence with the Jacobs troupe, led by A C Deltwyn and others, and announces Allie Akerstrom as Annette the Dancing Girl next week. Boston Theatre will host Thatcher Primrose West minstrel shows augmented for a run, in what the paper calls among the most enjoyable minstrel performances in the city.
Ex King Milan of Servia starts a six week tour in Palestine. Samuel J. Randall suffers acute gout and is bedbound. William D. Foulke writes on Oliver P Morton. Rev Morgan Dix ill but not seriously. Maryland Governor Jackson gravely ill. potential US Senate contender. Hopkinton residents list Revolutionary War era sons and descendants. D A Spalding a Putney descendant. Belvoir yields historical papers with letters from Burleigh Fox Leicester Warwick Clarence Edward IV and Richard III found in a loft.
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