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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1887
Page
4
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The Mexican government continues its policy of replacing old bonds with new consolidated debt. Six overdue classes from the last fifty years are being called in for exchange on 3 percent bonds. From November 1886 to June 30, new issues totaled $35,718,375 in Mexico and £1,909,178 in London.
In Bridgeton division Glasgow yesterday Sir GrorcEr OrTo Trevelyan the English Liberal candidate increased the Liberal vote. Home Rule had 4364 in the last election and 4654 for the Liberals this time, gain of 290. Evelyn Ashley polled 3353, a Conservative loss of 214, surprising Unionists.
BovuLANGER presses for a duel to prove the pistol superior to the pen after a banquet taunt calls him music hall god. He returns to Paris amid prophecy and court quarrels over terms as a potential confrontation is threatened but may be cancelled.
Rosweirt P. Flower of New York, now in Paris, telegraphs views to the New York Herald on cutting duties. He suggests the President invite leaders from both parties to a Cabinet room session to cut a $150,000,000 yearly surplus by $125,000,000 across 2300 taxed articles. The idea mirrors Leopold Morsi’s earlier call for a people's bill and prompts broader debate on solving the tax issue.
Coverage splits between the New York Herald and The Times over the Umbria’s nine to twelve foot sea. Captain McMickan downplays the event as a cyclonic vortex while noting no serious injuries among officers. Passengers recount it as the largest ocean swell seen. The incident spares the bridge and lifeboats, prompting editors to praise Cunard seamanship.
The text questions whether reformers in Baltimore will push forward civil service changes, noting lingering uncertainty about the movement's momentum and outcomes in the city’s governance.
The piece attacks Hieeins and associates, accusing them of Higginseque conduct and ignoring federal duties. It labels office as stakes and cites the President’s order on officeholder influence, arguing for action against perceived abuses, urging formal charges. It urges swift pursuit and counters his defense with a bold gunsight metaphor.
The Old South Meeting House in Boston hosts summer lectures for youth on national history and politics, inspiring similar programs nationwide. Cities like Indianapolis Chicago Providence and Philadelphia show interest, aiming to train young voters in patriotism and civic understanding through expanded lectures leaflets and prizes.
The passage highlights the late editor of the Moscow Gazette as a foil for the era’s progress. It references his education at Berlin and Koenigsberg and marks him as a figure emblematic of revolutionary vision and futility in a changing intellectual landscape.
An analysis contrasts liberal and conservative tides in Russia as reformist measures spur reaction under Nicholas II. It cites M. Katherr of the Moscow Gazette and the Moscow official stance, noting noble class resistance to serf emancipation and Panslavonic propaganda shaping policy and power.
The Anglo-Russian commission fixes Penjdeh to Russia and the Oxus line to the north and east. The agreement ends a long dispute, easing tensions between Britain and Russia, while recalling strategic stakes around Herat Candahar and Merv as critical outposts aiding India’s defense. The English public gains a clear line and greater understanding of Eastern politics.
The Springfield Republican urges arrest of the wife of McGanmare the runaway Chicago boodler, accusing her of telling a deliberate lie to aid his escape. It suggests that even Dr. John Sonne would lie under similar pressure and states it would be better to arrest the sheriff.
The Albany Journal quotes a railroad president saying he “began life on a limited scale.” The item asks whether this implies he weighed less than the customary nine pounds at birth or reflects a broader metaphor about humble beginnings.
In Boston readers recall Senor de Las Casas, a noted Spanish tutor and drawing master at Mrs. Macleod's school. The writer contrasts fond memories with social changes, comments on fashion, manners, and summer drunkenness, and observes a modern gypsy wagon evoking a touristic air amid urban life.
Sealed proposals for furnishing dressed granite to complete the main building of the new court house were opened by the commissioners. The contract is not yet awarded and will likely be announced in a few days. About 140000 cubic feet of granite are estimated for the project.
Melville I Blood a teamster for Adams and Co coal dealers Lowell was thrown from a team yesterday afternoon and sustained injuries likely to prove fatal.
Senator Pugh of Alabama oversees building a Washington summer residence ahead of Congress. General William Harney, born near Nashville in 1800, becomes the oldest U.S. Army general, breveted in 1865. Col Emmons Clark of New York heads to Europe August 10 with family, returning in November. Col Robert Ingersol suffers throat trouble but improves. General John Bidwell’s Chico ranch grows from 3000 to 2,000,000 dollars with 100,000 income. wine to raisin grapes. Susanna Salter, Argonia mayor, reports solid administration but contemplates retirement after current term.
The Philadelphia Times notes both parties vow tariff revision and revenue cuts yet factions push divergent aims. Democrats seek freer trade while Republicans favor protecting monopoly duties, a split that raises taxes by about a hundred million annually beyond national need.
The Philadelphia Times (Ind.) mocks Blaine for political missteps and warns that Sherman has captured a key outpost. Blaine may seize Ohio next year, or else concede it to Sherman, facing a sharp thorny backlash that Sherman cannot handle.
The Republican cause in Virginia suffers from Mahone's control, a fact the Democrats cite as their main campaign argument. Mahone's unpopularity among the state's better citizens is expected to cost the Republicans thousands of votes in the coming contest.
The Philadelphia Record argues that a congressional caucus must settle a fiscal policy at session start. A majority party should initiate legislation and enforce it by caucus agreement to maintain responsibility with power and avoid diluted influence.
The Boston Herald endorses state arbitration as a fair referee at Beverly. It notes arbitration urges sober consideration, reduces strike risk, and fosters agreement, with both sides preferring compromise and avoiding hard language and divergent counsel.
A New York Herald editorial argues the Democratic Party is the people’s party and urges removing the war tax on necessities. It claims free treasury policy keeps commerce flowing and pledges not to fund unnecessary government spending, asserting the party would win the White House if it banners this stance.
The Providence Journal argues against removing all whiskey taxes while keeping sugar duties. It urges a practical revenue plan limited by current system constraints and favors a mixed approach of tariff cuts and internal tax reductions as proposed by Senator Dawes.
The New York Times notes Blaine’s early and successful start causes unease for Sherman foe Blaine. Friendly papers claim Blaine received many cable despatches after the Ohio convention and he switched to stay in Europe. The piece suggests Blaine will dispose of Sherman when ready, citing confidence and foreign holiday plans.
The article notes definite progress in federal civil service reform through steadfast administration of the Civil Service Law and rules. It highlights strengthened maintenance of the system, reduced spoilage methods, and better public opinion, with promotion rules now formulated and gradually applied signaling a durable advance.
Mrs Sarah Jane Robinson formerly connected with the Somerville poisoning notoriety filed papers in Cambridge court to sue the Order of Pilgrim Fathers for 2000 dollars. Her son William J Robinson was insured in the order.
Captain Morrison of the Annie W. Hodgdon reports a fog bound dory crew from Shelburne led to an inspection by a Canadian cutter. He paid a $400 fine under protest after being ordered to stay for Ottawa. Fish aboard spoiled as crewmen were not allowed to dress beyond the three mile limit. Shelburne residents sympathize, believing no violation was intended.
The N S Times notes that Signor Italo Campanini will visit the United States in fall and winter 1887 88 with an Italian company. Featured performers include Signora Elvira Repetto Signora Sofia Scalchi Signor Torricelli Signor Galassi Signor Nannetti Signor Baldinigore and more. A four concert start in New York is planned with tours to major cities and possible operatic performances including Otello with original cast members in early 1888. Cleofonte Campanini may conduct.
A collage of quips on self reliance and clever sayings from New York to New Hampshire. Notes on a Siamese prince speaking English, rising tobacco prices, a travel doctor, and a rattle of oddities including a Scottish feud over creation and a Seattle king’s wealth. Also mentions population scales and city growth in 19th century America.
A historian narrator recalls two office boys, Joe and Ned, highlighting distinct flaws and strengths. Joe devises schemes to gain access and causes clutter with nails and pulleys, while Ned proves unreliable, taking illnesses and endless “loans.” The piece argues most office boys stay useful only briefly, suggesting fresh faces weekly as a remedy.
The Hon. Alpheus Hardy is reported to be rapidly deteriorating with condition weaker than in recent days. Late last evening medical staff noted a further decline as he remains under careful observation.
In Pirrsesure Pennsylvania on August 2 the Black Diamond steel works of Park Bros. and Co. ended a three week strike for Knights of Labor recognition. Many strikers return unconditionally and ringleaders not rehired were replaced by new workers. About 1500 men were affected.
Concomp New Hampshire August 2 The Hon. N J Colman United States commissioner of agriculture and the Hon John T Heard member of Congress from Missouri visit the Hon Stilson Hutchins at his summer residence on Governor Island Lake Winnepesaukee.
The Willimantic borough meeting yesterday instructed the Burgesses to proceed with the Gray plan for a main sewer line from Bank Street down Main to the outlet in the Natchang River about a mile long. Estimated cost is $22,000.
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