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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 14, 1886

Page

2

Gladstone Irish bill sparks duel on imperial authority gains

In the debate, Lord Randolph Churchill denounces Gladstone's Irish bill as undermining imperial sovereignty. He argues it would pull Ireland from Parliament and Queenly oversight, while proponents say limited central power preserves empire and curbs disaffection. The piece also surveys U.S. land policy and railroad grants.

Ireland Congress Lords and Commons England Lord Randolph

Full Value Insurance in New Hampshire’s Fire Policy Law

The piece critiques the full value insurance law, noting New Hampshire firms may dominate, but warns of incentives to fraud if insurers must cover face value. It argues such policies tempt arson and dishonest claims, urging society to minimize crime incentives and suggesting caution until the experiment proves sound.

New Hampshire Massachusetts Truman Commonwealth

A Century of Growth After the 1783 Peace

The passage recalls the 1783 peace that birthed the United States as a vast land of forests, streams, and timber. It notes rapid population growth and wealth, driven by waves of oppressed peoples seeking freedom, room, and opportunity, bolstering national strength.

Atlantic

Debating the Ideal Marriage Age in Brooklyn Essays

The Brooklyn Magazine surveys experts on when women should marry, presenting views from Louisa M. Alcott to Rebecca Harding Davis and Julia C. R. Dorr. Opinions vary by development, heart, mind, and circumstances, with most favoring marriage between ages 20 and 30 and 25 as a common fit.

Louisa M. Alcott Lucy Stone Rebecca Harding Davis Julia C. R. Dorr Mary L. Booth A. D. T. Whitney

Mrs Fifield Chosen for School Board Vacancy

The selection of Mrs Fifield to fill a school board vacancy is praised as wise. Her proven competency and the value of female representation on the board are highlighted, noting women’s strong interest in education and the beneficial influence on instruction for daughters. The Post supports increasing women’s representation.

Fifield Paddock Potter Ostler Joe St. Luke’s Methodist Church Albany St. Luke’s Christopher Columbus Michigan William Shakespeare Iowa James K. Polk George Washington Henry Clay John C. Calhoun Daniel Webster Virginia

Gladstone in Ireland aid praised in grand speeches

The Cradle of Liberty never rocked more nobly than Monday night as speakers greeted Gladstone for his justice and humanity. Eloquent and sincere addresses proclaimed Ireland’s freedom as part of America’s shared struggle.

Gladstone Ireland America

Arbor Day Proclaimed by Governor Robinson for April 24

Governor Robinson speeds to honor the General Court by designating Saturday April 24 as the first Arbor day for the Commonwealth. The state’s resources may not grow soon, yet the festive idea is praised and the observance can be made enjoyable.

Robinson General Court Messrs. Noyes & Blakeslee Palmaroli Perrault Hagborg Constant Dupre Richet van Severdouck Jacquet Marchetti Appian Levolle Frere Pinehart Murrier Enneking Norton Graves Walter Gay Bolton Jones Quartley Cassiller Beard McEwen Bolmer Hinckley Hart Leighton Belton Jones Scott Leichton D’huyvetter Messrs. Leonard & Co Europe Brissot Claus Colonel de Beul de Haas de Lobbe Diaz Herbo Koekkoeks Munier Rosierse M. Ten Kate van Severdonck Verboeckhoven van Leemputten Schaefels Ten Kate Morel Lanters Cole Koekkoek Rosenboom Partielsis Savry van Luppen

Democratic nominees for Plymouth and Edgartown port collectors

President Cleveland selects Philander Cobb and P. Coffin as collectors of the ports at Plymouth and Edgartown. The two lifelong Democrats are praised for their honesty and businesslike approach to public duties.

Philander Cobb P. Coffin Plymouth Edgartown Cleveland Washington Hawes Norris Phebe Murphy Lowell Congress Philander Plymouth County Lyman Abbott Christian Union Christ Matthew S. Quay Philadelphia John Welsh Pennsylvania Quay Cincinnati Enquirer Gladstone George Alfred Townsend Julius Cesar Cincinnati Brooklyn Martin Irons M. McLaughlin New Orleans Irons

Teaching humanity and kindness to animals in schools urged

A brief comment argues that beyond the statute mandating humanity and universal benevolence, kindness to the lower animals should be added to the common school curriculum to address potential objections by a young student toward Secretary Dickinson’s interpretation.

Dickinson

Courage of Two Women in Civil War News Chronicle

SPECIAL CORRESPONDENCE OF THE POST April 12 reports Mrs. Martha Vaughn and Mrs. Louisa Jackman risked Union lines to relay critical Confederate plans. They rode, ferried, and endured rain and danger to deliver intelligence about Boone's Bluff defenses, aiding General Wolford and prompting telegraphic confirmation to General Gilmore.

THE POST Washington Congress Walthall Martha Vaughn Louisa Jackman Vaughn Pegram Kentucky Lincoln County Dix River Lancaster Camp Dik Robinson Wolford Kentucky River Boone’s Bluff Cumberland River Morrison Georgia Cavalry Carter Indiana Jackman Illinois General Gilmore United States Treasury Ellington

Irons Celebrated For Generous Legacy And Editor Advance

The Springfield Republican notes Irons died leaving considerable property while the editor of Lippincott's Magazine received a $50 advance for an article. The remark praises Irons generosity and questions what will happen to the editor.

Lippincott’s Irons Springfeld Republican

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