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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 26, 1866

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Merchants Seek License Reform Amid Sting of Laws

The Boston Post notes most petition signers against the current liquor laws are merchants not tied to the liquor trade who deem the laws unjust impractical and harmful to commerce. It calls for a permissive license law to satisfy merchants and reduce regulatory burdens. The House also considers a bill to increase State Constables, seen as a boon for office seekers but a heavier burden for the public.

America Commonwealth Easter Boston Post Senate Troy Greenfield

Hearings on International Telegraph petition debated in New England

The legislative committee report and Dwight Foster’s argument in the Post thoroughly examine telegraphing between Halifax Boston and New York. Merchants and the public have a direct interest, and Foster’s strong case urges New Englanders to demand equal telegraphic despatch rights with merchants in other cities.

Legislative Committee Dwight Foster Post Halifax Boston New York

History of Boston constabulary acts sparks public debate

The column condemns the state constabulary and Blue Laws in Boston. It argues such policing harms morals and city dignity, notes New Yorkers spread alarming tales about New England laws, and urges a strict license overhaul to end the constabulary era.

Petitions urge reform of license laws in Boston businesses

Business leaders across departments circulate petitions calling for a sound strict and well enforced license law to regulate liquor traffic. Merchants from dry goods to West India imports signatories argue current Blue Laws and patrols harm the city economy and reputation. They urge a practical policy backed by tax paying merchants to end impracticable legislation.

Boston Pearl India Commonwealth

Debating Civil Rights and Constitutional Limits in Congress

The piece critiques the New York Tribune’s handling of President Johnson’s veto message on the Civil Rights Bill. It argues Congress cannot override state courts via federal power and warns that federal overreach could undermine local autonomy and the balance of constitutional authority.

New York Tribune Tribune The Johnson the Tribune Congress United States Supreme Court

Northern Pacific line to cross continent from Halifax to Puget Sound

Proponents argue a guaranteed six percent return on half construction costs will attract government aid for a transcontinental railway from Halifax to Puget Sound. The route would rapidly develop the West, boosting mining agricultural and pastoral resources and enlarging the Lake region trade. The project promises a northern entrepot on the Pacific and wide national gains for East and West alike.

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