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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1891
Page
4
The Boston Post 2e edition outlines subscription address changes require both current and new addresses. Entries are second class matter with payments sent to the POST PUBLISHING COMPANY. Editors note manuscripts are not returned and anonymous communications are ignored. writers must include full name and address as good faith guaranty.
The record notes events at Grand Opera House Washington Street at 7 45 and Mystic Parx Medford with an August meeting. It lists racing times for trotting and pacing classes 2 29 and 2 20 respectively.
The Boston Post notes that the Secretary of the Commonwealth furnished information to the Attorney General in a case against employers of legislative agents and counsel who fail to return expenses. The piece emphasizes strict enforcement of the lobby law as its first practical test and urges the Attorney General to vindicate the statute.
The New York papers hint Wrenstter has influence to ease his position after killing Goopwry, while Webster’s surrender followed negotiations and a rare Tombs exception. Amy’s flight remains unmatched as a killer escapes with witnesses and a broad manhunt across New England and Canada.
Critics question the War Department's choice to award one hundred high power guns to the Bethlehem, Pennsylvania company instead of Watervliet Arsenal. The Philadelphia Inquirer calls it penny wise and pound foolish, noting Bethlehem’s facilities and steam hammer, while warning subsidies may be influencing public opinion and impatience over savings.
The local Board of Managers appeal to Massachusetts residents for the World's Fair is published in today’s news columns, urging support. The message emphasizes public backing and involvement in the event.
A Massachusetts appeals for wide citizen enthusiasm as the Board of Managers prepares for Chicago plans. The article notes preliminary steps to engage exhibitors and urges public backing to ensure a creditable Massachusetts presence at the Fair. The board aims to connect with interested parties and welcomes suggestions during their Chicago trip.
The Haitian minister Douglass resigns after a controversial tenure marked by criticism of superiors and failed goals. The State Department faced blame for his appointment, and a white successor is expected. Possible home assignment for Douglass discussed to appease the situation.
The Plymouth speech stresses Irish local government bill aims to win English support amid party objections. It recalls English reforms, land purchase, and free education as steps toward expanding suffrage, noting Irish leaders’ cautious openness and demand for representation in taxing powers.
The speech stresses local government first displacing landlords, with time easing political rancor and reconciling long hostile classes. A high compliment to the Irish people is noted, especially coming from such a source.
The North German Gazette proposes a European customs union of Germany Austria Italy with France and possibly Russia to target the United States. The idea is unlikely to be seriously pursued though it could damage U S industries if acted upon. The new tariff law should render such a coalition ineffective as it works to destroy itself.
The column argues against taxing sail area for time allowances, saying it unfairly handicaps fast racing yachts by penalizing a key strength. It notes racing boats may have large spars and sails, while cruising craft need smaller rigs, and that heavy sail favors racing-focused builds in adverse conditions.
The piece analogizes a sky full of shooting stars to a time when many notable figures in politics and theater seem in flux. It notes Clarkson with Harrison and Buavik gaining prominence under Quay’s influence, suggesting a temporary wobble in Republican circles while urging patience for those who observe the night sky.
After decades of seclusion, France’s old monarchical families attend Mme. Carters receptions, signaling growing Republic stability. The shift suggests the old order is superseded and royalist manifestoes will lose weight as elites adapt to the new political reality.
A colored preacher argues a minister has no right to marry a pretty woman yet his praise of ease reveals a self serving, sybaritic stance. He implies reform is needed but champions luxury over hardship, exposing hypocrisy in his stance.
Mr Epmund Yates declares the Liberal leadership settled with Sir William Harcourt in second place. Mr Morvey is described as utterly extinguished while Mortey remains in oblivion of the fate that has crushed him, reflecting ongoing internal political maneuvering.
The Recorder urges Fassett’s rise at the New York Custom House as politically timely while Elmira Republicans diverge in caucus, with Tribune coverage noting resolutions endorsing Mr Fassett amid party maneuvering.
A reader notes that leadership supporters were unanimously adopted and a ringing speech followed from the indorsed figure. The New York Tribune questions the length of time since it argued foreign trade was unnecessary and condemned importers as wicked. The piece reflects a critique of shifting trade opinions.
In a letter to the editor, Wm L. Garrison argues the wool sorting clause under the tariff harms carpet manufacturers by raising raw material costs. He cites higher carpet wools, falling import prices, and the paradox of protection, noting reduced exports and potential hardship for US mills amid rising global wool costs.
Governor Russell of Massachusetts, after little more than half his term, has appointed four Superior Court judges and two Supreme Court justices. His selections, including both Republican and Democratic judges, have earned unanimous praise from local papers across party lines, affirming that Massachusetts judiciary maintains its high standard.
In Municipal Court Chief Justice Parmenter disposed of cases against John Quinn for cruelty to roosters by fighting them and for promoting a cock fight dated June 26. A $30 fine and a $50 fine were imposed. The fowls forfeiture case was continued to next Saturday to allow ownership claims. if none are filed, the judge will likely order the birds killed. The birds are held in Station 2 basement.
A collage of comments from the New York Sun and other papers discusses summer resorts, fashion trends, aristocratic alliances, and travel quirks. It notes Lake Bluff as a Chicagoan favorite, Goethe correspondence priced at 150000 marks, and Wagner's Lohengrin rehearsals. It also remarks on Maine’s Libby house history, French quarter fashion, and Norway time quirks for travelers.
The weakness of the sub-Treasury plan is exposed as it loses ground in Mississippi and Kansas. Supporters demand a special congressional session to issue fiat money, with third party figures letting the idea fade. The argument states the scheme was a rattle-brained notion unable to withstand serious debate.
The Philadelphia Times argues that Douglass failed in Haiti due to his appointers, not his competence. It condemns spoilsmanship for demoralizing the civil service and harming public interests, suggesting annuities as a cleaner remedy. The piece highlights party retrainers and the costs of patronage in government posts.
The Albany Argus notes the Republican press led by Russell Harrison pressing Blaine to the side. With veteran campaigners Senator Quay and Cameron taking charge as Pennsylvania convention looms, the issue grows serious and raises whether Blaine will answer.
A Herald editorial urges restraint in applying swift arrests and harsh punishments, noting the community has not yet studied the impact of faster crime punishment. It cautions murderers should not be treated as a pastime and warns against rash executions.
The Brooklyn Standard Union notes Clarkson’s appearance at Cape May Point as the President’s guest and describes their amicable conferences as likely to calm Mugwump sentiment.
The Washington Star reports a rumor that Jerry Simpson may be retired by the Farmers Alliance in Kansas. The piece suggests a silk stocking faction could be gaining influence within that organization.
Peabody and Stearns prepare plans for the Palace of Mechanic Art at the World’s Fair. The building will feature a Spanish renaissance style with an iron framework clad in plaster and decorative mouldings supplied by John Evans of Boston.
A Boston columnist airs social observations on cordiality linked to wealth, notes a city window display of trousers with refreshing water, mocks fashion reformers, and recalls a goat stage line for children on the Common. Goat team offered at 1500 dollars. hope for revival near Beacon Hill.
The Hon Chauncey F Black of Pennsylvania is in New York General McClellans son a popular young man in New York Emperor William plans a fortnight at Kiel to rest The Hon W J Anderson Chief Justice of Honduras with Mrs Anderson arrive in New York from Belize Sir Edwin Arnold signs a contract to deliver fifty lectures in America starting Nov 1 Franco Faccio Italian conductor dies of cerebral paralysis Miss Pickett an Australian woman converts to Buddhism and falls into a well The Duke of Cleveland lineage traces back to Sir Henry Vane knighted at Poictiers in 1356 and includes Sir Harry Vane Secretary of State under Charles I
Secretary Olin has sent to Attorney-General Pillsbury the list of legislators and associated parties who failed to file required expense accounts under the lobby law. The lists cover those who filed late or provided imperfect returns, including Cape Cod Ship Canal Company and Iron Hall, with many lacking counsel names or signatures.
Allen Boom will take a big spurt next week as Allen Blaine lines draw amid Crapo and Harrison factions. The piece tracks Blaine allyships, Barrett and Barrett’s motives, and the Allen campaign push while noting Crapo’s tentative path and Barrett’s leadership ambitions.
A lively Fort Hill Lodge meeting at 40 Kneeland street failed to settle affairs of the Old Colony Endowment order as about 150 laboring members gathered. Accusations against secretary-treasurer H. H. Tilton sparked vituperation, with calls for tar and feathering, before adjournment until next Thursday to await superior officers.
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