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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1886

Page

2

Arbitration Brings Momentum in Brockton Labor Talks

The Brockton labor dispute shows the good effects of arbitration as parties move from hostile standoff to renewed negotiations. While a final settlement may not come immediately, progress includes a more amiable tone and public approval for the peace overtures. The State board of arbitration being organized adds to prospects for resolution.

Brockton State Board of Arbitration

Wales Rent Troubles Stir Nonconformist Tide Across Isles

The Welsh rent dispute grows, pitting nonconformists against tithes with bailiffs seizing property and rioting in the north. The broader issue threatens to spark an enduring agitation against the Established Church in Wales as government attention tightens.

Wales Ireland

Ohio Republicans battle platform built by J Warren Keifer

The Ohio Republicans push a platform shaped by J Warren Keifer praising wool tariffs and labor department creation while denouncing Cleveland vetoes on private pension bills. The piece argues such demagoguery weakens the party and suggests Democrats should capitalize on it in Ohio.

Ohio Keifer James G. Blaine North Berwick J. Warren Keifer Columbus Blaine Republican Party Noyes Cleveland Democratic Party N. Y

Government by commission in Britain and Ireland policy

The piece argues that a royal board of inquiry as Irish policy under Conservative leadership weakens Salisbury. It contends commissions distract from real issues, critiques the 1881 land act enforcement, and notes Gladstone and others will scrutinize the landlords’ burdens while propping up general statements.

Great Britain Royal Board of Inquiry Lord Salisbury Ireland Royal Commission Gladstone

Parnell.Defines Opposition To Land Purchase In British Debate

The speech by Mr. Parnell is praised as clever bold and moderate, underscoring that no land settlement can separate from the national question. Gladstone dismisses protecting Irish landlords at British taxpayer expense, while Hartington Chamberlain and Unionists reveal weakened Conservative support and uncertainty ahead.

Mr. Gladstone Major Sanderson Lord Hartington Mr. Chamberlain

Blaine’s tariff cure proposed for intemperance and more

A critical passage argues that Blaine’s claim of a high protective tariff curing intemperance is flawed. It mocks his logic, notes the lack of tariff focus in Pennsylvania Prohibitionists, and suggests the idea would need broad demonstrations beyond alcohol. The piece lampoons universal remedies and rails against misused economic theories.

Blaine Mr. Blaine Noah St. John Mt. Blaine Sebago Lake Pennsylvania Maine Philippi

Extraordinary circular warns of Russian world conspiracy

Passers by on School street read a long circular from an elderly lady alleging a Russian plot to control the world. It claims Russia dominates parts of Europe and the Americas through intermarriage, church influence, and a secret society that depopulates the U S. by poisoning drains and kidnapping citizens for Siberia. It mentions ships wrecked near Grand Bank, Arctic explorers lost, and U S. infrastructure under enemy control.

School Street United States Russia South America Austria Prussia Germany Bismarck Siberia Grand Bank Newfoundland Alaska

Hidden conspirators push depopulation through home walls

The piece warns that dwellings, churches, factories, and other buildings are controlled by conspirators via janitors and wardens. It claims the press hides this and suggests drastic publicity by removing hollow walls to prevent evils blamed on Russia. It fears census control by the czar and depopulation until no one remains but conspirators.

Russia

Beecher Brother James Tries Sea Life Then Fails

The Rev Henry Ward Beecher is described as saying his brother James shot himself in a fit of insanity. James once wished to sail the seas but was steered toward the clergy by their father. The piece notes that a man in a profession with no real bent tends to fail.

Henry Ward Beecher James Thomas R. Smith Robinson Frank Law India Street Smith &34 Smith A. B. Johnson Purchase Street Law F. E. Paul Poplar Street Chelsea The Robinsons Rhode Island Avenue Washington Bobby

Liszt Funeral Recalled by Lang from Boston to Liszt's Final Rite

Mr B J Lang reports from Baireuth on Liszt's funeral with a vivid, moving account. He attended the cortege starting at Mahlenfried at 10 o clock with a flower wagon and torchbearers, and stood with hundreds of artists and friends as the grave service unfolded. He notes the grave's ritual, the family kneeling, and the crowd's silent, widespread mourning.

B. J. Lang Boston Liszt America Mahlenfried Mottl Wolvogen von Loen von Winthelowitch Dr. Tode Siegfried Mme, Wegner

Public notices praise for leaders and a civic figure

A compiled editorial style synopsis praises Governor Hill for prompt action, Mayor Grace for an appointment, and General Newton for acceptance. It contrasts reactions from various editors about tariffs, past Republican leaders, and a note on the death and abdication of minor monarchs. It also lauds Charles C. Perkins as a public spirited, cultured citizen who enriched Boston schools and the arts.

Hill Squire Grace Newton N. Y. Herald

The Forum on Aldermen and Civilization Essays

The Forum discusses abolishing the New York Board of Aldermen and its replacement options. It surveys modern views on government structure and Civilizations death by own action, citing Bartol and Garrisson. The issue also covers industrial war concepts, fire waste, and a temperance note, with church and academic essays framing religious and social questions.

New York E. S. Nadal Board of Aldermen Rev Co. A. Bartol Gaston Garrisson Rome Samson Eleazar Saul Moses Seneca Italy Africa Syria Greece Canaan W. G. Sumner Clifford Thomson Charles L. Dana Felix L. Oswald Sumner England Ireland Mr. Gladstone Mary James United States of America Edward S. Jewett Egypt Francis J. Parker Royce California

Poor's Railroad Directory first annual 1886 issued by Poor's

The 1886 Poor's Directory of Railway Officials and Directors is a new annual publication from H. W. & H. W. Poor of New York. It covers officers and directors of U S railroads and foreign roads, horse railways, plus affiliated industry names, with about 30 000 names in alpha order. It will be issued each March and includes quarterly corrections for accuracy.

Poor’s Y Poor’s Directory of H. W H. W. Poor New York Poor United States America

Boulder moves across Coney Island in Salem harbor

A peculiar natural phenomenon, a large boulder of a distinct rock type, has traveled northward across Coney Island in Salem harbor over the past forty years. Raised from between two ledges, it finally rolled into the sea on the island’s north side. Its path is clearly visible on the ledges, and it was once used as shelter by sportsmen during hunting.

Coney Island Salem Harbor Matthews Washington South Republican Party Democratic Party

Found a fortune in bonds by a young man in Maiden city

John Horgan of 25 Wheeler street found two bonds worth 1000 dollars each near five yesterday. He carried them to Moses Williams banking house at 18 Postoffice square and deposited them to await an owner. One bond was issued by the city of Maiden and the other by Union Pacific.

John Horgan Wheeler Street Horgan Moses Williams Postoffice Square City of Maiden Union Pacific

World-renowned horse tamer to perform at Winslow rink

Professor Oscar R. Gleason, famed for calming vicious horses, will soon stage exhibitions at the Winslow skating rink. His skill is described as unmatched by any living man and has earned him wide notoriety from coast to coast.

Oscar R. Gleason Winslow Skating Rink Atlantic Pacific Ocean

Matthews Nomination Explained by N Y Herald Correspondent

An interview with a New York Herald correspondent examines why Matthews was chosen for a key post. The interviewee defends appointing a capable colored Democrat, arguing public record and character over party politics, and stresses education, independence, and national unity.

N. Y. Herald Senate Matthews

Diverse gossip items from New Haven to Washington

A brisk collection of brief notes and quips from across the nation. Rumors about governors and conventions, actors and theatres, journalists, and social chatter. Mentions of Jay Gould, Powderly, Stockton, and a Boston Theatre chestnut bell, with comments on Mayflower, a Georgia rattlesnake, and comic family dinner banter.

Opening of Faneuil Hall Market Fills Boston Readers’ Pride

Sixty years ago yesterday Boston welcomed Faneuil Hall Market in 1826. The note recalls crowds admiring a splendid edifice and public spirit, funded by Mayor Josiah Quincy without tax burden. Built 1824–1826, the market spurred streets, docks, and property growth, now yields about $71,000 yearly in rent. Six original stall holders persisted, including Nathan Robbins, Harrison Bird, and Joseph H. Curtis.

Faneuil Hall Boston Josiah Quincy Nathan Robbins Arlington Harrison Bird Brookline Joseph H. Curtis Jamaica Plain

El Paso and Paso del Norte at the frontier pass

El Paso Texas and Paso del Norte on the Rio Grande form a frontier nexus on the northward road from Mexico City. El Paso has grown from adobe huts five years ago to a brick city of 5000 with rail connections and busy commerce. Paso del Norte remains adobe and irrigated, with 7000 inhabitants and a single Calle Principal, bridged to El Paso by two crossings.

CE Paso el Paso Paso del Norte Mexico Rio Grande St. Andrese Mountains Texas Mexican Central Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Galveston Harrisburg San Antonio Texas & Pacific Southern Pacific Casey Texas & Mexico Railway Mexican Central Railroad Custom House Mexican Railway Rete

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