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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1888
Page
4
In a short notice the Post Publishing Co states a one year service is entered as second class mail and all money is at the sender's risk. It instructs that all checks drafts and money orders be payable to the Post Publishing Co Bank.
In North Carolina a Blaine loyalist bloc forms to back his candidacy as delegates head toward Chicago. Eames, a state senator aligned with Sherman, publishes a card reaffirming Blaine as the lead first ballot choice. Ohio delegates from Sherman show stronger backing, though former Blaine loyalists from four years ago also appear among Sherman’s picks.
The article criticizes Mr Randall for backing a direct tax bill that raids the Treasury to aid tariff factions against Mills bill. It claims his votes aided Republican schemers and forced an adjournment by the Democratic caucus, undermining any future claims of fiscal restraint as appropriations committee chair.
An 1870s debate remembered by urging Dunn bill to grant American merchants cheap ship access and remove foreign built ship registry bans. The piece recalls John Sherman’s earlier push for free ships and predicts rapid American line formation between New York and England if enacted.
The New York Senate faces a decision on submitting a prohibitory amendment after the assembly approved it 68 to 51 last week. Supporters of temperance say the move is a political sham seeking a public vote on prohibition, while high license advocates warn against urgent enactment. If approved, the measure would await the next Legislature in 1889 and reach voters in 1890, with little immediate local political impact.
The piece notes rising Boulangist influence in France and warns that Boulangism offers a superficial strength. It argues that General Boulangere is unlikely to gain real power except through unlikely fortuitous circumstances, and suggests examining the current moment in political terms.
The passage argues that a popular military adventurer is not uniquely pivotal, with broader discontent in France fueling crisis. It notes public perception of weak ministries and an outdated Chamber, making turmoil like Boulanger’s return plausible. It cautions against attributing unrest solely to one man and suggests another Napoleon would need proof to emerge.
A Post correspondence from Gloucester exposes twenty one Gloucester fishing vessel masters who live in Nova Scotia and bring Nova Scotia crews to sail American vessels. The piece argues the setup harms American fishermen, tests citizenship law, and links this to broader British politics and Gladstone era uncertainty.
The article discusses longstanding rumors that William Ewart Gladstone may retire from political leadership. It traces past hints and retirements, noting he has repeatedly postponed stepping down despite defeats in 1874 and renewed roles since 1880. The piece argues that premature discussion is unwise, given his history.
A correspondent notes the encounter between Mr GuapsTronr and Mrs Frances Hopason Burnett during a Florence visit. The writer offers high praise, calling Burnett a charming representative of American womanhood, then clarifies she is English born in 1841 and only later moved to Tennessee after the Civil War.
Dramatic critics in New York are warned to avoid Union Square for a week as James Owren O’Connor, a theatrical figure ridiculed by newspapers, promises to “sweep the Rialto” with one critic if given the chance. He avoids naming a target, implying violence over prior newspaper feuds.
Dr John Wesley Brown of Buffalo has received the unanimous call of St Pauls vestry to be rector. His career began in Detroit with a noted voice and presence, then Trinity Church Cleveland, later St Pauls Cathedral Buffalo, showcasing a popular leadership and public speaking reputation.
Concert review praises Moszkowski suite and Foote overture highlighting new items and lighter program. Soloist Emil Fischer receives praise, Wagner Meistersinger Prelude performed with robust brass, Hofmann song valued, audience reaction strong especially after Fischer’s Hofmann aria. Next concert features Beethoven Piano Concerto in C minor and Schumann Symphony with Mrs Beach as soloist.
Mme Janauschek opens three week engagement at the Museum with Meg Merrilies as the lead. Houdl Street Theatre hosts The Henrietta with Robson and Crane. Park Theatre features Natural Gas benefiting Mr Shea. Opera House showcases Minnie Maddern in In Spite of All and Caprici. Boston hosts Our Trish Visitors at the Boston and Tony Pastor at the Howard. Frank Oakes Rose lectured at the Grand Opera House with lantern views from Dickens. Ludovic Blakesley entertained and recalled. Last week of A Dark Secret at the Globe with a Souvenir photograph for ladies. George W Wilson’s benefit drew a full house. The Bells of Hassemere noted an album gift to Miss Evesson. Hanlons slated to visit Globe with Voyage en Suisse.
Mr. Pill ing and Mr. Drake will be honored at a joint benefit with many friends attending. Benjamin Cutler will lecture on Beethoven before Mrs. V. A. Rowe’s pupils at 803 Broadway South Boston on Tuesday evening April 17. Musical illustrations by Cutler the violinist J Dudley Hall and Mrs. V. A. Howe.
In Boston on Tremont Street a large picture shows monks playing billiards, prompting discussions on priestly hypocrisy and possible school billiards. Nearby a portrait of Major Pendennis in Thackeray’s style and an owl in a dry goods window attract attention, with the owl advertised as “Caught by the proprietor” in Colorado. A companion scene recalls a restaurant near Court Street where women scrub floors nightly until 4 am, done twice yearly.
General Bradley T Johnson will speak on the battle of Sharpsburg in Norfolk on Memorial Day. Richmond College Ohio elects Rev George W MacMillen as president to take duties after this academic year. Ex Senator Bruce plans a lifelong lecturing career, urged by Henry Ward Beecher. Tennessee picks Scribner Summers and Stone for botany zoology and chemistry chairs at the experimental station. Pension recipients Alfred Jackson John Smith and John Vice of Owingsville receive $72 monthly for total blindness from the Twenty fourth Kentucky Infantry. Vice gains over $14,000 back pay. Wade Hampton absent from Senate while horse accident injures his artificial limb. Mrs Paran Stevens boycotts Newport then plans July return and entertainment at Marietta Villa with Lord and Lady Randolph Churchill visiting Jerome family members.
A listing of recent publications including Jewel's Apology of the Church of England and works by Caspar, Whitaker, Macmillan, Lippincott, Putnam, Harper, Houghton Mifflin, and others. Notable items include A Life's Mistake, The New Judgment of Paris, The Pocket Guide for Europe, and Life and Letters of George Perkins Marsh.
The Providence Journal critiques a plan to purchase a descendant of George Washington's sword for 20000 dollars, arguing the Senate should instead gift funds to the owner and have her donate the sword if desired. It questions whether the sale reflects commerce, urging a benevolent transfer rather than payment.
A NY Evening Post summary lauds Mr Lowell for an address to the Reform Club praising his historical insight moral courage and optimistic belief that the better cause will prevail. The piece calls his talk a rare hour of clear light amid factional politics and notes its value to those shaping national life.
The tribute praises Mr. Lowell for patriotic leadership and hopeful resolve. It notes his criticism of American life as constructive rather than partisan, urging practical action grounded in extensive study and a confident faith in the nation’s future.
A plan to commemorate Grant’s coming birthday with a banquet, chaired by Sherman, would unite Federal and Confederate soldiers. The piece extols honor to Grant as honor to the Union and valor in war, praising magnanimity, courage, and the enduring American sentiment across North and South.
A series of observations covers liquid contamination from burning, waste silk as a heat cover for steam pipes, a floor deadening method using shavings treated with whitewash, and an unusual 105 sided polygon wheel for Swinerton locomotives. Also described is a Moscow Technik tire alarm using a merelly filled tube that rings bells when fire breaks the supporting cord.
A collection of satirical notes: Omaha plans a fall corn palace hailed as a world wonder, plus quirky items about revivalist Sam Small entering Prohibition politics, Charles Sherman of Ohio facing eclipse, naval designer Edward Burgess welcoming a baby boy, and various brief curiosities including a Yellowstone park petition, Antony in Atlanta, umpire safety, Andrew Carnegie’s wartime tariff views, and colonial mission work in Cabinda with a self supporting bishopric.
Henry F. Gillig left for Europe amid the American Exchange collapse. Receiver W C Boone reported heavy mail and many money order requests, with potential liabilities around 4 million dollars on 2800 correspondents. Credit letter holders may seek help, while guaranteed letters likely remain unaffected. World Travel Company no longer tied to the receivership.
Ottawa reports that the deputy fisheries minister explains Canadian concerns over Behring Sea enforcement. Diplomatic talks between the United States and Great Britain address protecting British vessels and Canadian citizens. Canada says its power covers only territorial waters, not armed protection on high seas.
Washington April 15 Special. The following officers are detached from duty at the Military Academy and ordered to rejoin their regiments: First Lieutenants Reed, Davis, Homer, Gordon, Pleberger, Beach, Gale, Kirby, Stuart, Chamberlin, Foltz, and Second Lieutenant Smith. The following officers are ordered to duty at the academy: Pratt, Haskins, Crane, Bliss, Pettitt, Hodges, Weaver, Hale, Noyes, Taylor, Forsyth, Kernan, Flynn, and Cameron.
Washington April 15 ex secretary of the navy George M Robeson is said to be financially embarrassed by unfortunate speculations.
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