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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1889
Page
4
Boston dispatch recounts that the Danmark broke its shaft, ruptured an engine pipe, and a hole in the bottom flooded the after compartment. Despite rapid flooding the vessel stayed afloat two days after abandonment, as the commander aimed to reach port.
Arrangements for applying civil service rules to the railway mail service are completed. Age limit 35, one exam grade, appointments from applicants to the lowest grade not above 800 dollars annually. Higher grades fill by promotion or transfer. Two officers exempt, total 5320 within classified service. General Clarkson’s efforts are criticized as partisan before May 1.
The Treasury vicinity suggests levying import duties on Canadian built freight cars entering the United States via Canadian railways. Senator McMillan of Michigan, a Detroit car maker, argues duty would protect wages for about 3000 workers. He notes 3000 Canadian cars are in use and warns duties could hinder commerce, aligning with protectionist rhetoric.
A dispute over the appointment of the solicitor of internal revenue tests the spoils policy of the administration. Quay claims Sherman broke a deal to place Quay's man Gilkin Bon, while Hart of Ohio was pushed into Quay's allotted post. The clash highlights the potential disaster of the patronage system.
A San Francisco departure on February 18 leaves the Monongahela bound for Apia, a 4200 mile sea voyage. At about 100 miles per day the old vessel should take roughly 42 days, so no real alarm is warranted yet despite the elapsed time.
The article notes that a cable from Lieutenant Wilson at Auckland on April 16 mentions no Monongahela, suggesting she may not have arrived yet. It argues this is pure assumption and that a long overdue status is not yet certain, as she could be 1000 to 1500 miles from Apia and may not have faced the Apia hurricane.
A Massachusetts electorate rejects the amendment amid party clashes with Prohibitionists. The piece condemns Republican leaders for coercing votes and an empty alliance, noting the defeat reflects broad public sentiment and questions the future of party integrity.
TheRepublican managers face a difficult endgame with the rejected amendment. The position is described as not honorable and unlikely to yield profit, signaling political risks and a wary conclusion to their experiment.
The opening of the Oklahoma Territory to settlement triggers a rush of boomers toward rail lines and stations like Arkansas City. Crowds clash with a few broken windows as officials plan trains in sections and contemplate Army assistance to maintain order amid possible disputes with Indian lands and tribes Arrapaloe and Cheyenne.
The Saturday Review traces coasting in the Engadine tobogganing boom in Switzerland. It recounts the evolution from native sleds to Canada toboggans, then the 1888 Davos race introducing the so called America or clipper sled. The article links the Boston sled tradition to a long low solid wood design with spring runners.
A historical critique notes innovations in sled naming and riding style, praising the American coaster for speed and technique. It describes toboggan types, including Americas and bob sleds, and recounts a controversy over disqualification under evolving International rules, with emphasis on racing fairness and committee action.
A Scottish clergyman visiting a theatre with a friend claims Hamlet corrupts public opinion by portraying vice and revolting characters. He argues the play’s influence is ruinous, adding to Hamlet criticism with a novel moral angle. The remark prompts comparison to historic religious conflicts.
The Czar suffers extreme nervous excitement amid life threat fears. Ex King Milan of Servia reportedly becomes a Jerusalem monk aiming for Serb patriarchate. Duke of Edinburgh fevers and returning to England aboard the Alexandra. Sir F C Ford awarded grand cross for Madrid meetings. Dr. J Warren Achorn named house physician in Brooklyn City Hospital after Bowdoin and Bellevue training. Newark officials including Mayor Haynes and police board members travel to Boston to inspect the police signal system.
A Boston Town statement argues that city affairs at City Hall are not as well managed as hoped. It cites Mayor Hart's initial good start but alleges later poor appointments that failed to please many.
The piece notes Republican journals now admit Blaine's policy mirrors the old, with the new administration copying Windom's approach in finance from Fairchild and extending the same trend to foreign affairs as observed by the Chicago News.
The Philadelphia American argues Harrison failed to curb Quayism enabling a government hiring rush. It blames Clarkson in the Postoffice Department for a machine that dismissed officials without review, claiming the craze grew as offices were obtained on political grounds.
Boston writer recounts Stanton Blake’s generous life and public service, noting his practical judgment and broad foreign experience. He recalls Blake’s modesty, loyalty to classmates, and devotion to charity, art, and social life, alongside reflections on a firehouse scene and local culture.
The theatre critic condemns Morrison and Wills versions of Goethe's Faust as weak, diluted, and poorly adapted. Morrison earns some respect for craft, but fails to capture Mephisto's sly malice. Rosabel Morrison's Marguerite lacks force, Martha is tasteless, and the company overall delivers uneven performances despite strong scenery and a convincing Brocken scene. Faust remains for two weeks.
Mrs Langtry heads a supporting company led by Charles Coghlan in a four act revival of Tom Taylors Lady Clancarty at the Globe Theatre. The performance earns cautious praise for overall competence though critics fault Langtrys voice and dramatic presence. Coghlans intelligence and Everills William Hismone upstage others, while Miss Russell as Lady Betty Noel appears stiff.
A Detroit mansion burglary is noted as one of the oddest on record with banter about underclothes and flannels. The piece surveys theatrical quotations, editor feuds in Smyrna, Anglomania in Dover, bankruptcy gibes, orthography curiosities, a biscuits joke, Prohibition quips, Princeton professor McCosh, Cardinal Newman autographs, a New York tale of professional courtesy, and a misfired punchline from The Epoch.
George William Curtis writes from West New Brighton Staten Island on April 19 1889 expressing sorrow over Mr Pearson illness and urging public attention to the wrongs in federal service. He praises James and Pearson as standards of public service. He signs with sympathy to Mrs Pearson and friends.
Boston aldermen toured Cincinnati visiting the Zoo Garden and business district after early morning carriages. City officials and Secretary McLean arranged the visit, with a dinner at Queen City Club before the group departed by train to St. Louis.
The Portland Press reports Blanche Willis Howard in Germany seeks to translate her works and secure copyright. An extensive chain of certifications traces her Bangor birthplace through Bangor city clerk Victor Brett, US Commissioner Hamlin, Judge Webb, court clerk Davis, Attorney-General Miller, Secretary Blaine, and the German legation head, with each seal needed for final verification.
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