Canadian Cars Enter U S After Treasury Reversal
Boston column urges caution as Secretary of the Treasury reverses a prior ruling on duty and seizure of empty Canadian built railway cars, allowing their entry for transport with duties paid. The piece notes policy shifts, industry protests, and potential implications for Canada trade and domestic commerce.
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Secretary of the Treasury
United States
Winbom
Department
Customs
Detroit
Mich
Washington
Post
the Treasury
Canada
Treasury Department
Oddities and observations from a lively era
A miscellany of notes on fresh air at salt water spots, Saratoga’s spouting spring, European tours by American riflemen, a curiosity about a man in 139 lawsuits, Milan Obrenovitch's debt laden income, auctioneer spirits, Emperor William and China travel, London hospital fund drives, Niagara Falls erosion, a 140 year old Saratoff resident, and a humorous New York Chautauqua scene with Dr Henson and Bishop Vincent.
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Richfield
Saratoga
Europe
Ohio
Milan Obrenovitch
Servia
William
Connecticut
Sweden
Harper’s Bazar
China
Washington
New York
London
America
Niagara River
Horseshoe Falls
Dnjevnik
Saratoff
Russia
Daniel Samoiloff
Pugatcheff
Kasan
Simbirsk
Samara
Siberian
Samoiloff
Vincent
President Harrison Faces Fresh Spoils Clash At Washington
The Boston Post reports that after a brief holiday relief President Harrison Endures renewed pressure from office seekers at Washington. Secretary Tichenor resigns weary of the barrage and the President may rue earlier vows to rely on spoils system and patronage in distributing offices amid ongoing pursuit by spoilsmen.
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Harrison
Deer Park
Washington
Tichenor
Tage
Grand Army Rail Fare Boycott Provokes Backlash
The Milwaukee national encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic faces protest from the Chicago Inter-Ocean over a proposed one cent per mile rail fare boycott. The paper argues the group should not act as a beggar or threaten votes, calling such tactics undignified for a fraternal and charitable organization.
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Grand Army of the Republic
Milwaukee
Chicago Inter-Ocean
Grand Army
Navy Cruiser Boston Strikes Newport Rock
The Boston ran aground off Newport during maneuvering tests. Damage appears serious but not irreparable. blamed on harbor ignorance by officers. Calls grow for a trained pilot corps and notes Navy losses since Apia.
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Boston
Newport
Apia
Captain of Black Diamond Delivers Prize to British
The schooner Black Diamond captain steers to Victoria under British protection instead of Sitka to hand over a prize to US officials on orders from the Rush commander. The episode raises questions for Mr Blaine and hints at his stance on Beh ring Sea jurisdiction and a vigorous foreign policy. Blaine reportedly favors a quieter path due to health and fear of excitement.
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Sitka
United States
Rush
Victoria
Sitka Harbor
Blaine
Behring Sea
Cleveland
Claud Spereckels Doubles Sugar Refinery Capacity in Philadelphia
The repeated declaration by Mr. Claus Spereckels shows his hostility to the Sugar Trust as his Philadelphia refinery, now nearing completion, will double in size. The plan adds a large plant on riverfront land to reach a daily output of 4,000,000 pounds, about one third of U S consumption, with contracts reportedly already made. A contest be-
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Mr. Scorr
Imsen
London Telegraph
Dramatists
Buchanan
Frepvic
London
Ipsen
Foxglove Manor
Zeta
Addison
Cowper
Mt. Desert
Taverner
Boston
Winter Street
Chesterfield
Jonathan Swift
Horace
Claus Spereckels
Sugar Trust
Philadelphia
Delaware River
Spreckels Eyes Twinning With Sugar Trust Market Moves
The article debates a possible merger or cooperation between a refinery maker and the Sugar Trust, suggesting such a tie could be profitable but not guaranteed. It notes refineries outside the Trust have thrived selling at Trust prices to avoid a rate war and speculates Spreckels may base actions on commercial aims rather than sentiment.
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Sugar Trust
Spreckel
Emperor William's Visit to England Analyzed
The emperor's England trip prompts debate among diplomats about political aims. He and English sentiment clash over his mother’s influence, and observers suspect motives beyond social visits. The crossing signals a broader strategic aim, with rumors warranting attention.
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William
England
Europe
London
Zola And Ibsen In Debate Over French And Norwegian Theatre
The article critiques English neglect of serious art and notes a dispute sparked by Robert Buchanan defending Zola and attacking Ibsen. It cites Buchanan’s pamphlet against censorship, his appeal to the Home Secretary, and references to exposed translations and a Catholic view of liberty in literature with emphasis on cultural tolerance and the role of the theatre.
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Dante
Hell
Calderon
Mr. Buchanan
Zola
Mr. Buchannan
Insen
England
America
Cuement Scott
Wilriam Archer
Paris
London
New York
Robert Buchanan
Zoua
Ipsen
Llome
London Telegraph
Bucanan
Zora
Buchanan
Iona
PaAt MER Eyes Ibsen Drama For American Stage
The Madison Square Theatre owner A M PaAt MER contemplates buying Ibsen drama The Pillars of Society for production in the United States. Success in London suggests broad appeal, though result hinges on Manager PALMER's purchase, which would merit support from lovers of good drama. otherwise praise would go to sacrifice of Mammon to Art.
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A. M. Paatmer
Madison Square Theatre
Issma
Palmer
Issen
London
Mammon
Mr Irvine doubts returning to America amid press criticism
The article questions Mr Henry Irvine's claim of boycotting America after alleged newspaper offense during his last visit. It argues the critics were harsh yet notes that overall his work received fair, warm support from most critics and the American public despite a few abusive papers.
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Henry Irvine
America
Irvine
Longevity Among Harvard Scholars Highlighted in Bulletin
The Harvard College bulletin notes scholars often live long despite heavy study. It cites Judge Timothy Farrar reaching 102, Rev John Sawyer at 102, and chemist M Currigar dying at 102. It also mentions elderly professors at Cambridge retaining faculties after retirement.
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Harvard College
Timothy Farrar
Harvard
John Sawyer
Dartmouth
M. Currigar
Cambridge
Controversy Over The Angelus Draws French Criticism
The Angelus has drawn sharp critique from prominent French artists who call it overrated and not worth its high price. The writer suggests national bias and recalls the fox and the grapes fable as a consolation for the critics’ pique.
Professors Appointed at Clark University In Chemistry
The Springfield Republican notes Clark University appointments in chemistry. John Ulrichef of Purdue becomes assistant professor of organic chemistry. New York figures Dr. Morris Loeb and Charles W. Marsh gain chemistry roles, with Worcester’s Thomas H. Clark and J. F. McCulloch also joining. Henry Benner of Michigan is named fellow. Emergent German scholars may be invited. concern rises over potential routine work stifling original achievement.
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Francis A. Walker
North Conway
Lord Dunraven
Bombay
Wilkie Collins
Professor Huxley
Francis G. Peabody
Peabody
Europe
Wells Cottage
Bar Hiarbor
F. C. G. Shermann
Sherman, O
Worcester
Treasury
Tichenor
Edwin Booth
Belair
Booth
W.H.P. Faunce
State Street Baptist Church
Springfield
Fifth Avenue Baptist Church
New York City
Thomas Esmonde
Australia
Cleveland
James Stillman
Fairchild
Dan
Lamont
James
Woodward
W. G. Wills
Clarissa Harlowe
Josephine
Bonaparte
Miss Hawthorne
Princess’s Theatre
London
Robert Maurice Berkeley
St. Thomas’s Episcopal Church
Hanover
N. H
Zion Church
Dobbs Ferry
Greenburg
N. Y
Tracy
Palmer
New York
Morell Mackenzie
Haddon Chambers
Captain Swift
Duke of Fife
Victoria
Inverness
Cecilia Underwood
Abercorn
Westminster
Fife
Edward G. Black
American Dramatic Fund Association
L. M. Barlow
Cypress Hills Cemetery
New York Bay Cemetery
Springfield Republican
Clark University
John Ulrichef
Purdue University
Lafayette
Ind
Morris Loeb
Charles W. Marsh
Thomas H. Clark
J. F. McCulloch
Antioch College
Henry Benner
Michigan
Germany
Thomson Club Hosts Dinner For Elihu Thomson and Rice
The Thomson Scientific Club of Lynn gave a complimentary dinner at Young's Hotel Saturday evening for Professor Elihu Thomson and FE W Rice. Vice-President Vanderpoole presided with Colonel Ransom H A Royce and E J Garfield among guests. Speakers included Thomson Rice Ransom O K Stuart and Royce. Fifty five members attended.
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Thomson Scientific Club
Lynn
Elihu Thomson
FE. W. Rice
Young’s Hotel
Vanderpoole
Colonel Ransom
H. A. Royce
E. J. Garfield
Professor Thomson
Mr. Rice
O. K. Stuart
Burke Captured After Winnipeg Public Appearance
Winnipeg special report details Burke’s first assumed public stop at an employment office. A railway officer overheard his travel plans toward Liverpool via Canadian Pacific and Allan liner routes from Montreal. Suspicion rose when Burke admitted avoiding U S sailings, leading to arrest and labored cross-border inquiry about involvement in the Cronin murder.
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Winnipeg
Burke
Liverpool
Canadian Pacific Railway
Montreal
United States
Uncle Sam
Sergeant Hossack
Canadian Pacific Railway Police
Chief McRae
Hossack
Chicago
Martin Burke
Cronin
Owl
Choicest Product of the Celebration Praises O'Reilly Poem
A Springfield Republican excerpt lauds John Boyle O Reilly for a Plymouth celebration poem. It lauds the poem as a genuine, uplifting expression of faith and charity reflecting Americanism and New England roots. It notes the bold choice to honor an Irish patriot and Pilgrims, calling the outcome wise and liberally recognizing growth.
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John Boyle O'Reilly
Old Plymouth
Plymouth
New England
Springfield Republican
The Old Blaine and The New Cabinet Plot
The article weighs James G Blaine as Secretary of State amid Behring Sea tensions and a possible dramatic shift. It notes admirers want action, but Blaine may choose a quiet, unobtrusive role in anticipation of 1892, balancing legacy and strategy. The New York Sun commentary contrasts bold past with cautious present in foreign policy.
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Blaine
Mr. Blaine
Harrison
Garfield
N. Y. Sun
Civil service reformers urged to punish Cleveland over postoffice removals
The piece argues Democratic postmasters are removed to make room for Republicans with no stated causes. It notes drastic removal rates under Harrison versus Cleveland, claims bias in patronage, and urges reformers to vote for Harrison to punish Cleveland, citing the New York Times dispatch.
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Cleveland
Wanamaker
Clarkson
Harrison
N. Y. Times
Ind
Prospective GAR Commander Could Sell Vote in Milwaukee
The Providence Journal notes a potential future Grand Army of the Republic commander in chief, Corporal Tanner, with Milwaukee national encampment upcoming. It warns this could allow the soldier vote to be bought by the highest bidder and criticizes President Harrison for potential blame if such a sale occurs.
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Corporal Tanner
Grand Army of the Republic
Milwaukee
Harrison
Anner
Rison
Providence Journal
Darby and Joan Golden Wedding Tribute in Punch
Punch salutes William Gladstone and his wife on fifty years of marriage. A retrospective note praises their long life in public and private roles, with references to Darby and Joan as emblem of steadfast partnership. Witty commentary links Gladstone’s career to timeless affection and the couple’s enduring bond.
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Darby
Joan
Punch
Mrs. Gladstone
William
Will
Awarden
Gladstone
Tory
Peel
Macaulay
Lise
Tul
Glynne
Catherine
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Spithead
Francis Josef
Austria
Balkans
France
Boulanger
Northern Railroad
Bele Vue
Buena Vista
Lumpkin Lodge
Ishermen
Boston Post Post Publishing CO
Washington Street
Harry
Lane
Zola and
Ibsen
Woodfall
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