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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1886

Page

2

President Clevelands steady hands guide nations course

The article defends President Cleveland against critics who fear Republican gains. It praises his firm leadership, efficiency, and honesty, arguing the nation should welcome a change in administration, while urging Democrats to support him and readjust representation if Congress remains inert.

Cleveland House of Representatives Democratic Party National Trust Congress

Prohibition in New York Amendment Debate Townsmen Oppose

A proposed constitutional amendment in the New York Assembly would ban the sale of intoxicating liquor in the state. The piece argues such a provision would harm New York’s social life and criminalize cherished beverages, warning of urban disruption and political consequences.

New York Assembly

Erratic Quotations Echo Distant Newspapers

A collage of clipped quips and satirical asides from various papers references plenty of figures and snippets. It notes politicians actors and events with wry commentary and allusions to contemporary personalities and places. The item reads as a miscellany of opinions and headlines.

Utopian Scheme Declared Ineffective by Editor

The author dismisses the idea of a utopian plan likening it to running a wagon without horses or a locomotive without steam. The piece asserts New York should not pursue the proposal and expresses trust that it will be dropped.

Boston New York

President will not fill Manning's cabinet post yet

Washington correspondent reports no steps will be taken to permanently fill the cabinet vacancy caused by Manning's illness. Manning will not resign, Fairchild will assume duties, and no change is planned unless Manning's condition worsens. The note rebuts rumors about the President and secretary, praising Manning and Fairchild and hoping for a swift recovery.

Washington The New York Commercial Bulletin Manning Fairchild

Government report shows winter wheat acreage drop and yields

Government data indicate winter wheat acreage falls by 3.5 million acres from two years ago yet exceeds last year’s harvest. Current condition stands at 924 versus 76 percent last year, implying a 266 million bushel crop. With spring crop equal to last year, total would be 404 million bushels, down from 520 million two years ago and 50 million less surplus to carry over.

Hearing On Sale Of New England Bonds Resumes Today

The court hearing on the sale of New England bonds resumes with Cyrus W. Field expected to testify and Russell Sage also set to appear Sage, a director in the New England road, was part of the New York syndicate His testimony aims to illuminate the investigative methods of Receiver Clarke and the Higginson syndicate leader by detailing its workings and influences

New England Cyrus W. Field Russell Sage New England Road New York Syndicate Clarke Higginson Syndicate

Notable New York Figures Abroad and At Home

A collection of brief notices lists Amos F Learned in New York at Youngs Hotel, President Cleveland's weight gain since inauguration, Bartley Campbell in Boston at Parker House, J R Osgood and Frank Miller sailing for England on April 28, Miss Marie Jansen staying at Adams House, Amos Cummings considered as Pulitzer successor, Judge Kelley to write tariff history, Col P P G Hall a Penn descendant, W W Corcoran sending 306 to Hendricks monument fund, Crown Princess of Germany praising Colonel Ingersoll, Senator Evarts invited to speak at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, W S Jackson likely to head Denver and Rio Grande, fashion debates among New Yorkers, and support for extreme decollete style by Bliss Potter Eaton and Morton.

Cleveland Bartley Campbell Boston Parker House J. R. Osgood Frank Miller England Monseigneur Capel Boulogne Marie Jansen Adams House

Court and stage figures bound for soundbites and scribes

Notables including Jacob Heiss Tim Campbell John Scanner and Francis Spinola denounce an issue. George Steele of Gloucester heads west for the American Fishery Union. Myron W Whitney remains with the American Opera Company at $600 weekly and renews next season. Florence plans frequent religious services. Ex Senator McDonald denies grievances with Cleveland policy. Elijah Lane of Keene claims tallest NH man at six feet six inches. Mrs Marie Evans defends herself amid forgery charges in New Orleans. John W Thompson reports growing American colony in Mexico City. Lillian Conway aids ill husband Cambles then returns home. Cambles acts praised in The Little Tycoon.

McDonald Cleveland Elijah Lane Keene New Hampshire Marie P. Evans Myra Clark Gaines Duncan Linton Louisiana Paris Evans Philadelphia New Orleans John W. Thompson Mexico Joaquin Miller Lillian Conway Merrimack Cotton Chamberlin Mmes Parker Holt Goodwin Wilson Colburn Hunt Sanderson Worcester McQuesten Lougee Anderson Messrs Molt Hartshorn Lawrence Harris Dolan Wetherbee A. McWilkins Savage Patterson Daniel James Larabee Charlestown Abigail (Dudley) Lane Sanbornton Thomas Dudley Massachusetts Bay Colony Perry Exeter Francis Smart Patty Kemp West Claremont Hannah Stevens Plainfield Olive Smith Lempster Concord Main Street Deacon A. S. Hammond Blood Locomotive Works Manchester Finly R. Butterfield William Butterfield Concord Railroad Blood Young Butterfield Methodist Church of Conway National Bank Wm. K. Eastman Minneapolis Charles E. Walker Barnstead Orran W. Tebbets Laconia Mutual Pillsbury Massachusetts Senate Milford Improvement Society W. H. Bates St. Paul’s School Millville Mies Belle Eastman Augusta Dover Sandwich Ossipee Berlin

Winchester Post Office dispute prompts Democratic chairman letter

George R. Brine, chairman of the Winchester Democratic Town Committee, writes to defend Scannell and criticize editorial claims about the Winchester post office nomination. He asserts Scannell has backing from a majority of the local Democratic committee, notes Garcelon’s broader support, and argues the town leans Republican but would accept a Democrat in office. He urges equal publicity for his letter.

The Post Washington Senate Winchester Garcejon Scannell Garcelon Scannel Democratic Town Committee Democratic Garceion Democratic Party Butler Cleveland Garceton Brown Democratic Committee Loverny

Bond Sale Debate Protests Higginson Clark Ties

An Old South-ender argues against bond sales at low prices and accuses the Higginson Clark party of manipulated deals. The Boston Post is praised for upholding tradition as calls grow for disclosure of the Higginson Clark dealings and related financial maneuvers affecting the New York and New England road.

Sermon on God’s Ways Shown Through Nature and Faith

The article cites a Sunday sermon from Ds. Bartol of the West Church on Job and Jesus highlighting God’s ways shown in nature over words. It quotes Emerson on character’s thunder and notes Jesus’ oneness with the Father. It argues belief arises from unseen foundations and our affection and imagination.

Bartol The West Church Job Jesus Paul Bous Mr. Emerson

Statewide school law largely rejected by New Hampshire towns

Special correspondence from Concord reports four-fifths of New Hampshire towns rebuff the new town system replacing districts. Many boards oppose the law as schools remain in old houses. The article notes impacts on female representation, straddling positions in towns like Peterboro and Hanover, and hints at next-session repeal efforts.

Coxford N. H James W. Patterson Elias H. Cheney Lebanon Free Press Allan J. Hackett Belmont Concord Monitor Peterboro Syme Board of Education Deerfield Hampton Londonderry Rye Moultonboro Eigen Stratham Patterson W. A. Robinson Franklin High School Ams Wales Isaac Walker Pembroke Tilton New Hampshire Carl Zerrahn M. D. Shepard J.P. Walker Gertude Edmonds J. C O. Bartlett D. M. Babcock Leopold Lichtenberg W. Rogers Archamena Quartet Blaisdell Concord Musical Association

Boston Area Train Schedules From 1886 Public Notice

Railroad timetable lists outbound and return departures for Boston and Providence routes with multiple stops including Worcester Millbury Natick Newton Belmont and Brookline. The notice covers weekday and Sunday trains, seasonal adjustments, and connections to Marlborough Fitchburg and Mansfield with authority by A. Folsom dated September 15.

Fitchburg Railroad introduces new station and Sunday schedule

The notice outlines a new Fitchburg Railroad station on Causeway Street in Om, effective Sunday October 18 1885. It lists daily trains including Sundays, with connections to New York Central and Chicago via various routes and stations such as Gardiner Athol Orange Greenfield and Worcester. It notes departures and fares, and provides interim timetable details for connections and transfers across multiple towns and rail lines.

New York New England Boston Philadelphia Baltimore Washington Norwich New England Limited Hartford Willimantic Danbury Brewster's Fishkill Newburg New Britain Saa Bristol Manchester A . Hockville Conn Providence Southbridge and Webster Putnam Force Bird Mt. Bowdein Harvard St Dorchester Mattapan River Street Ao Park Readville Islington Bills Norwood Norwood Central Winslows Tiltons Walpole Highland Lake Franklin Blackstone Woonsocket Division Needham and Way Woonsocket Middletown New Haven Pullman Waterbury Air Line Grand Central Depot Jersey City Trenton Richmond Points New London Danielsonville City of Worcester City of New York Washington Street Summer Street H. Turner A. G. Kendall Pam Athol Orange Ilex Greem Ela Eeates Noyr

Boston Schedule Leaves For Lynn And Other Stations

Eastern Division timetable lists trains from Causeway Street toward Lynn Salem Newburyport Portsmouth Portland Bangor St John Halifax. Morning and evening departures include 8 8.20 10.40 am and 1.20 5.10 7 pm with various through routes via Saugus Branch Western Division North Berwick Scarboro Junction and South Reading Branch. General Manager Mest Furber oversees operations.

Boston Tilton Laconia Lake Village Weirs Meredith Ashland Plymouth Franklin Lebanon White River Junction Montpelier Essex Junction Burlington St. Albans Warren Haverhill Woodsville Newports St. Johnsbury Sherbrook Quebec Montreal Nes Bristol Claremont White Mountain Pullman Central Werm R.R Passumpsic Keene Peterboro Hillsboro Pet Het Concord SUN vWinchester West Medford College Hill Winter Hill Mass Bet Wet Billerica Bedford Lexington Arlington Ord Nashua Junction Mellen Bangor St. John Halifax Provinces Haymarket Sq Causeway St Eastport Calais N. B N. S Portland Maine Central Grand Trunk Knox Lincoln Haymarket North Conway Haymarket St Heads and Way Lewell Lawrence Dover Spm Lewiston Medford Biddeford Laco Wolfeboro Great Falls Rochester Bover Portsemouth Amesbury Newburyport Ipswich Wenkana Hockport and Gloucester Branch Beverly Middleton Peabody and Danvers Salem Marblehead Swampscott Branch Swampscott Lynn Hevere Chelsea Everett Saugus Way Portsmouth aVia Saugus Western

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