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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1883

Page

2

Sullivan Likely Elected to Massachusetts Legislature

Reported sentiment suggests J L Sullivan probably wins a seat in the Massachusetts legislature and may join the chancery committee. External observers note Barnum era Jumbo exhibits in western cities show crowds at third story windows, with western buildings appearing notably lower than those in our city.

J.L. Sullivan Massachusetts Chancery Committee Barnums

Britannica articles on Napoleon by Abbott writer mentioned

The author of Ecce Homo has produced an essay on Napoleon for Britannica's new volume. Abbott, who passed away, previously wrote Ecce Bonaparte several years ago.

Napoleon John S. C. Abbott

Republican press on Dorsey lies and conscience

The Republican press urges harsher handling of Dorsey’s falsehoods. It argues stronger action three years ago might have changed the presidency and left the party with a clearer conscience.

Dorsey

Handsome man misidentified as CPR president

The Graphic runs a photo caption naming a man as Sir Henry Tyler, president of the Canadian Pacific railway. The caption, however, credits him with the CPR post but in fact identifies him as president of the Grand Trunk railroad.

the Graphic Sir Henry Tyler Canadian Pacific Railway Grand Trunk Railroad

Butler Not Likely Democratic Nominee Says Utica Observer

The Utica Observer notes that Butler will not be the Democratic presidential candidate next year. It cautions that while Butler is a great man, if he runs he would lack Democratic credentials and would face a difficult path to the presidency.

Utica Butler Sullivan Oscar Wilde Buffalo Courier Bernhardt America Marblehead Advertiser Glen House New Hampshire W. H. Vanderbilt

New York Republicans Lose Votes as Democrats Gain Ground

The New York Times notes a two year shift in state politics with Republicans down by 213,080 votes and Democrats up by 807. It argues the Republican state committee stems from a forged proxy and may redeem itself if its members understand these figures. Democrats’ efforts to unite their factions loom larger in significance.

The New York Times New York Republican State Committee Allan Canada Wiscasset North Carolina Maine Ohio Republican New Orleans Picayune Boston Old Orchard Mt. Desert Newport Katahdin Mt. Washington New Hampshire Maritime Provinces Saratoga Lake George

Chicago travel notes and blunt views on a western metropolis

A Boston writer recounts an eight day, 3 616 mile trip via Grand Trunk from Boston to Chicago and back. He praises the network and scenery, contrasts Chicago’s grandeur with dirt and vice, and describes the stock yards, boulevards, and the city’s role as a rail hub and future giant.

Grand Trunk House Chicago London Union Stock Yards Boston Post Boston Portland Tll St. Paul Minn Toronto Niagara Falls Grand Trunk Railway Grand Trunk New England America White Mountain St. Lawrence Valley Lakes Ontario Erie Lower Michigan Maine Indiana Ilinois Palmer House Paris McVicker the World Boston Theatre Company Great Lakes Illinois and Michigan Great Chain of Lakes Mississippi River United States Drexel Vincenze Avenue Grand Boulevard Wilbur Story Chicago Times Lake Cologne Union

Oyster vs. poetry misfires in satirical note

A sharp critique riffs on Joel Barlow and his taste for mush over epic poetry, arguing oysters symbolize superior flavor and culture. The piece notes London’s August oyster season opening, contrasts Anglo and American shells, and mocks English defenses of inferior “coppery” oysters.

Joel Barlow St. Bernard London Telegraph Rage Dorlon New York

Williams Counts Cards in Harsh Exchange

In a tense scene two men, Mr. Williams and Mr. Smith, haggle over cards. Williams claims three queens then two pairs and one pair, while Smith pushes for more. Williams admits to having nothing, ending with a harsh exclamation.

Mr. Smith Mr. Williams

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