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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1891
Page
5
In Cincinnati dominated Hamilton county the Foraker faction dominates the nominations with ten Foraker nominees to four Sherman, forcing Sherman managers to choose between Foraker and a Democratic Legislature. The feud between factions escalates as candidates pledge allegiance and war is declared on rival nominees.
Amalgamated Association of Iron and Steel Workers insist on paying scale locally for tin plate and oppose sending Welsh workmen. The piece questions a ten to fifteen million tax subsidies for a new industry and suggests motive was to replace striking workers with cheaper labor, referencing Niepprenaus and Treasury contract labor law.
Massachusetts Republican leaders oppose Henry Canor Lona’s selection to preside at the September state convention. The article criticizes jealous lawmakers for resenting Lopez due to alignment with party policies and for aiding treasury deficits, arguing his qualifications and loyalty warrant respect.
The Zurich court concluded a two week trial of twenty one Bellinzona district rebels linked to the September uprising in Ticino. Protestants clashed with Catholic authorities as the insurgents seized the Bellinzona government palace and forced a mixed canton government after federal troops intervened. An acquittal followed as the government had already treated the rebels as lawful by negotiating with them.
The passage argues that Switzerland's central government shows weakness and could be overthrown if internal disputes escalate. It notes Switzerland has been praised as a model, but contends the small size, external pressure, and lack of internal commercial conflicts have kept the Federal Council from needing more power.
A Friday signed trade agreement with Spain offers Cuba potential tariff relief and broader commerce with the United States. The plan cuts duties on many goods for Cuba and Porto Rico, promising economic emancipation and a boost to industry, with observers noting reciprocal benefits for both nations. The New York Tribune backs the view, arguing tariff reform could lift Cuban fortunes and, by extension, benefit the United States.
A Philadelphia budget scandal report exposes alleged mismanagement by Pennsylvania Republicans. The City Treasurer’s investigation cites missing records and questions about mercantile tax appraisals. It claims Philadelphia alone sustains significant losses, with appraisers paid per name and a swollen tax list over the last decade.
The piece accuses ad driven notices of listing dead or fictitious names and duplications, raising costs. It cites the Philadelphia Times estimating annual waste near $100,000 and backs Governor Parrison’s push to end the system, urging Republican leaders to bear responsibility.
The piece argues that Dion and O'Brien repudiating Parnell, aided by Dillon and O'Brien and the Freeman's Journal turning away, signals the collapse of Parnellism. It notes his staying power as a leader without a party, the Liberal jubilation, and doubts Conservatives will aid him, concluding his collapse is inevitable though not immediate.
Notable trotting events drew attention as Allerton, a Wilkes stallion owned by C W Williams of Independence Iowa, trotted a mile in 2 12 with a 1 08 first half. The second half 1 04 4 ranks among fastest. Belle Hamlin Justina and Globe, at Cleveland, ran a mile in 2 14 with three horses abreast, a rare hitch previously limited to draught horses.
The piece reviews top trotting horses raised by Mr. Hamary, noting Alfred driven by Mr. Bonner as a weight-puller at 2:25 and praising speed. It mentions Sunol aiming to beat Maud’s record on the 10th, possible challenges from Nelson Allerton and Stamboul, and previews the New England Breeders' meeting at month end.
A correspondent asserts Boss Platt claims strong control over the New York Custom House. He denies rumors that Appraiser Coorer will resign, insisting Coorer remains in place. The writer notes air of authority by a new appointee, contrasting with Ernarpt’s removal and predicting Plarr’s likely retention.
A sweeping analysis depicts a sinking stock market with room traders short of stocks and bears driving prices down across sectors. It notes tightened money, lack of buying power, and caution among investors, while warning against optimistic forecasts and political unrest amid rumors from banks to the Prince of Navais.
Report says Princess Marguerite of Prussia and the daughters of the Prince of Wales oppose the marriage proposal of Mr. C. JeAmres pe nA Piuene, criticizing his garlic habit as a reckless trait. suggestion for someone to offer him counsel.
Western beauties from Chicago and St Louis shine in fashionable resorts abroad this season. The praise signals the Chicago Fair will be a success and hints at rivalry with Eastern counterparts.
The column argues free trade among equal nations fosters healthy rivalry, but free trade with a nation of lagging wages harms aspiration and drags up the weaker standard of living to match the higher wage nation. It warns such policy could depress high wage workers toward lower wages.
The piece criticizes uncheckable boss methods in Pennsylvania Republican politics. It notes a state convention this month for Treasurer and Auditor General elections, with Senator Quay reportedly selecting candidates and the party chair, while delegates merely ratify. The public reportedly has little say until election day.
The Philadelphia Telegraph describes the change in New York collectorship as a roaring political farce. It accuses the Tribune of attacking Erhardt for keeping Democrats in office and blocking Treasury policy, and predicts a purge of Democratic appointees from the Custom House as long overdue.
They go to Europe to shop and seek bargains outside the tariff wall. They deny Americans good and cheap foreign articles by law, forcing the poor who cannot travel to buy inferior, costly goods. After making money abroad they smuggle their purchases back, spoiling travel with continual shopping thoughts.
The Chicago Post notes Secretary Noble's resignation has long been in the President's hands and has now been accepted. The piece suggests the president acted due to personal friendship and political folly, arguing the appointment was ill advised from the start.
Philadelphia Ledger notes Dillon and O'Brien oppose Parnell as leader and O'Dwyer Gray defects from the Freeman's Journal. It suggests Parnell may persist with a vindictive faction to trouble the Irish party at the next general election.
The Worcester Gazette notes that Rockwell Cogswell and Walker withdrew from the committee. It suggests personal as well as public objections and implies they did not wish to serve under Mr. Lodge.
Personal items report Mr. John Hooker and Mrs. Isabella Beecher Hooker of Hartford will celebrate their golden wedding next Wednesday. Notes mention Gladstone recovering health and sitting to Millais. Mrs. John Munroe renting Villa La Coquille at Etretat. Mr. and Mrs. Harry LeGrand Cannon in Paris at Hotel Westminster. P Clark of the New York, New Haven & Hartford railway departs for London. Miss Cornelia James, professor in Fiume, is the only Austrian female professor in public schools for boys and presented to the Austrian Emperor. Miss Josephine Mack of New York plans an amateur company next winter for charity.
A despatch from Flower's Cove reports United States Consul T N Molloy receiving word from Commander Peary that the exploring party aboard the Kite is advancing toward North Greenland. The steamer was ice bound in the straits of Belle Isle around mid June and freed by July 5, aiming for St Johns then north, but ice delays caused a three week setback.
The Massachusetts State Branch American Federation of Labor will hold its state convention in Haverhill, starting tomorrow at 9:30 a.m. Officials expect discussions on union policy and labor issues to occupy the agenda.
A collage of brief items notes Spain trade language shifts, Bath Iron Works doubts, and hot September forecasts. Humorous exchanges reference Twain Browning and jokes. Paris capitulates to Wagner with Lohengrin planned in September. A phosphorus factory update explains new electric furnace processes. Highlighted are a Chinese minister baby in Washington and a rising trend of elite party directors who choreograph lavish gatherings for the four hundred.
The Listener notes that the Massachusetts political coverage in a morning paper reads like a gallery of metaphors drawn from many fields. He lists numerous figures from warfare, geology, architecture, and more to illustrate how newspaper prose doubles as poetry.
Police were dispatched to Haughville then suburb of Indianapolis to shield trustees after enraged citizens posted notices vowing action if resignations are not tendered. The notices cite mortgage burdens and accuse trustees of aiding lenders amid local strife.
Garfield Park Racing Club will run a $10,000 purse on Saturday August 22 in what becomes an annual race titled The Great Garfield Stakes Entries close August 8 with potential starters including Tenny Longstreet Kingston Ken Pan Chief Kingman Proctor Knott Marion Virge d Or Racine Michael and Donatello George V Hawkins, a club manager, travels east to secure entries from eastern stables.
A narrator wanders Beacon Street during a quiet Boston evening and admires country visitors, then reports a coastwise steamer scene with a piano and a chorus that includes Nearer My God to Thee. He criticizes card players and curbstone merchants, arguing street life should stay open and orderly.
The Beacon recalls Patrolman Adams dismissal over intoxication linked to the Kingdon controversy. Reporter Kingdon was arrested at Trinity Church for being drunk and disorderly while covering Bishop Paddock’s funeral. Adams testified, but Kingdon was acquitted. Benjamin was dismissed, while Adams and the sergeant remained, prompting critique of police discipline and calls for department reform.
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