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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1889
Page
4
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The article argues the New York Tribune misstates tariff effects on Massachusetts iron. It cites 1880 to 1887 data showing 86 percent of Massachusetts iron mills closed, New England rolled iron and steel output fell 40 percent while national output rose 57 percent, and Massachusetts production dropped from 114,250 tons to 45,853 tons.
The Tribune faces criticism for its stance on the decline of an important Massachusetts iron industry. It names Republican iron men who disagree with the Tribune, including James C. Wark, Peleg McFarlin, Nauum Steanson, William E. Coffin, and Governor Ames, noting they support the Post’s and Tribune’s disputed claims.
The New York World quotes Mr. Wanamaker in a frank talk defending protectionism while admitting tariff pressures forced him to buy foreign garments. He asserts party honesty, cites campaign finance, and says tariff lows drive cheaper imports unless homespun goods prevail. He praises Postmaster General and hints at personal cost to align with policy.
The World interview stirs debate about Warner Miller and Parr in New York city politics. It questions sincerity and humor in Wanamaker’s remarks while noting the President's handling of the issue and casting light on Union League influence and public opinion.
In Chelsea England a writer notes he works for a bronze statue in the park. The remark is presented as a fragment of testimony to the remarkable character of Wanamakerism, with reference to Tuomas CaruisLp and a Dutch Republic link.
The 1889 tax rate drops across state county and city levies with the city’s rate $0.42 per $1000 lower than 1888. Municipal running costs stand at $1127 this year versus $1169 last year. Total city valuation rises by $50,964,100, nearly all in real estate, with only $167,000 in personal estate. The board’s report portrays healthy material growth for the city.
Lord Randolph Churchill’s Birmingham speech draws sharp criticism from English Conservative journals. The Saturday Review argues his radical land views reveal jealousy toward Balfour and a contrived Conservatism. Churchill’s call for a constructive policy in Ireland and a stronger workingman focus is debated as sincere but too vigorous for easy dismissal.
Congressman Felton argues for U S sovereignty over Behring Sea waters tied to Alaska purchase, while Senate debates the mare clausum interpretation and the 1867 Russia Alaska treaty. Key figures include Ep Munds Hoar Morgan, amid a push to shield seal fisheries and validate US protection rights.
The International Maritime Conference in Washington will consider lights and fog signals. The Hydrographic Office collects suggestions, with Lt. B Low proposing a simplified night light system using one to three lights on vessels. A front range light could improve visibility, though starboard and port lanterns would remain in use for close quarters. Search lights on steamers are urged for safety and navigation in fog and ice.
The passage discusses the Alaska Behring Sea issue, congressional amendments, and the ambiguity of presidential proclamations. It also compares telegraphic signaling codes for compass directions, weighing efficiency of four-signal vs length-based schemes and urging conference review.
A veteran journalist turned French minister reportedly lives in a grand former princess residence with lavish rent yet remains unhappy. Official receptions reveal plente potentiaries from petty principalities surrounding him while he, a minister, is treated as lesser. The piece urges embracing republican equality and reflects on polite flattery and hollow compliments.
The English Illustrated Magazine highlights Charles Dickens as an editor driven by rigorous attention to detail and high standards. His son notes Dickens polished proofs, guided manuscripts, and personally oversaw work, while supporting young writers and preserving kindness and sympathy for the people.
A letter from Tomkins to the Duke prompts a witty reply about a washerwoman’s debt. The tale concludes with a dinner party anecdote where a guest describes a collector sending a public accusation to eminent figures, including his own son’s alleged bilking.
Philadelphia August 12 Dr W H Bradley former manager of the Weekly Press was held in ten thousand dollars bail for a further hearing on charges that he embezzled funds of the company.
A Boston observer recalls a street incident where a rough man extractor works a tooth with forceps beside a doorway, drawing a crowd. The tale shifts to a dental drill hoax, fish hearing debates, parish pew memories, and views on grammar, all tied to a note from Tavener.
A compendium of brief notes places Thomas A Edison in Paris General Sherman at Richfield Springs the Shah traveling to Baden and Edwards on various cultural figures. biographers H S S Salt and Anton Rubinstein are linked to works while William Minto seeks Scott manuscripts. Words on the Royal grants and a Browning dispute are noted alongside minor obituary and scholarly items.
The General Robert E. Lee memorial pedestal nears completion in Richmond Virginia. The bronze equestrian statue by Mercie is cast in Paris and slated for unveiling in late November with a military parade and Confederate veterans reunion. Discontent rises over granite from Maine versus Virginia quarry. General Jubal A. Early criticized the plan in a letter to Governor Lee about fundraising in New Orleans.
The Providence Journal observes President Harrison struggles with distributing federal patronage in the South. With at least ten applicants for every vacancy, each appointment spawns nine critics. Disappointed Southern office seekers threaten to create discord in districts and pressure Congressmen, increasing tensions for the administration.
The piece attacks Mahone as worse than Butler and condemns Massachusetts Republicans for supporting Mahone’s rise by corrupting civil service in Virginia. It argues Northern Republicans failed to oppose Warmoth in Louisiana and Clayton in Arkansas, and notes Southern Democrats’ reactions to Republican rule while Mahones Warmoths and Claytons symbolize Republicanism in the region.
Massachusetts Governor Ames signs a Congress petition calling for abolition of the coal and iron ore duty and a 24 percent limit on pig and scrap iron and scrap steel. The move aligns with New England industry needs, contrasting with his party and the last presidential canvass results. The Springfield Republican notes this as a bold, timely policy shift driven by regional interests and natural economic law.
At the June 22 1888 Republican national convention three ballots were taken before evening adjournment. A withdrawal by Mr Depew triggered discontent and Robert G Ingersoll tried to advocate for Judge Gresham causing a tumult. An actor from St Louis Pope calmed the crowd with Sheridan’s Ride and Pope was later named consul at Toronto.
The Globe Theatre resumes after renovations with a lively program by German minstrels and a burlesque operetta The Princess of Cambodia featuring George Gorman. Boston notices include Little Lord Fauntleroy at the Museum, Lizzie Evans at the Globe Theatre, and The Buckeye, a rural Ohio comedy. Duval opens at Grand Opera House with a melodramatic plot and Tom Ricketts in the lead. East Lynne headlines Oakland Garden bill with mixed reviews.
A collage of quirky notes spans topics from telegraph romance to a mastodon tooth unearthed near Louisville. Observations cite everyday wit, travel chatter, and linguistic quirks, including Whitmans impact and British dialect curios. local tales mix with curiosities of mills and cottages.
A satirical verse by Punch lauds and laments the Grand Old Man as he speaks by the River, contrasting his stance with Radical loyalties. The poem deridesLabby and praises Royal Grants while casting doubt on future Rad leadership and voting.
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