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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1891
Page
4
The Boston Post lists subscription details and fees with guidance for changing paper delivery addresses. It notes manuscript policies, requiring full name and address as guaranty, and asks readers to report inaccessibility at the Washeron Office Corcoran Building in Boston.
Tremont Theatre on Tremont Street features S-Lew Dock stader's Minstrels and Nellie McHenry in A Night at the Circus at 8. Boston Theatre on Washington Street presents Tuxedo with George Thatcher's Minstrels. Boston Memorial on Tremont Street shows Roland Reed in The Club Friend at 2 and 7 45 Fabio Romani at Grand Opera House on Washington Street.
The Boston Journal states there is no machine in operation to promote either Republican gubernatorial candidate. It notes that processes are now amicably in progress and warns that past processs led to Crapo's elimination and a GOP defeat. Hoar hints at a similar risk this year, but since it is described as amicable, no one should complain.
The Ashfield dinner featured speeches by Professor Norton, Mr Curtis, Dr Cradwick, Minister PurLps, Dr Col YER, and Mr ATKINSON praising James Russell Lowell. Curtis lauded Lowell as embodying true Americanism and denounced pretence, vainglory, and snobbery as un-American traits.
At a Mississippi State Alliance gathering Hon. W. B. McAllister, a paid lecturer, was expelled for opposing the Sub Treasury plan. Dr Macune, editor of the National Alliance Economist, accuses McAllister of selling out to Eastern capitalists. McAllister counters with claims Macune bought influence in Georgia and Texas, leading to a fist fight as the dispute escalates among leaders of the Alliance.
The National Civil Service Reform League probes Pension Bureau methods and promises a report. Superintendent Porter told the Interior Secretary the Eleventh Census costs total about 6.95 million dollars so far, with an estimated additional million needed to finalize work in a manner creditable to the nation, though completion is doubtful.
A reporter notes Mr. Porrer projects spending nearly twice General Walker’s census cost for 1880. The Tenth Census cost $4,794,096, and Porrer has already surpassed that by two million and seeks an additional one million, despite acknowledgments of efficiency.
The article analyzes Senator Sherman's Paulding Ohio speech critiquing Republican free coinage toward silver. It argues his stance favors mint profits over currency integrity, notes his partial fairness about party divisions, and cites Democratic alarm at free coinage and inflation schemes in both parties.
The piece surveys tensions between authors and publishers, citing Walter Besant and George Haven Putnam. It argues authors gripe about royalties while publishers bear risk, noting the commercial view of literary work and the uneven share of profits in bookselling and publishing.
A U S district court verdict holds Cunard liable for over 300000 in the Iberia sinking caused by the Umbria on November 10, 1888. The decision questions the Umbria’s navigation in fog and shifts blame toward Captain McMickan, prompting Cunard to plan an appeal.
The excerpt discusses rising distribution costs and stagnant author royalties over thirty years, noting publishers bear the burden as book prices fall. It argues that average merit works struggle to sell while magazines and Sunday papers flood light literature. Putnam’s copyright term extension is proposed. Besant is portrayed as cautious.
Mand S shows a likely 2 08 percent 4 mile pace as trainer warns trim time will take longer. The text also extols a goldenroa color praised in a Vermont speech attributed to President Harrison, not Exisan Pocram, reflecting celebratory spirit for the year.
A Fresh Air Fund guest from New York attempted to wreck a passenger train in Plainfield Connecticut. The misdeed was stopped. a Plainfield resident calls the boy's conduct "ungrateful." Also notes Emperor William's pride in a new beard and orders suppression of his photos.
The page notes a lighthearted mood among readers with snippets on entertainment, sports, and society. It mentions a Summer Girl collecting a souvenir spoon, a reference to coaching days, gossip on public figures, a model hospital opened by Empress Frederick, and various humorous exchanges from popular culture of the era.
Nate Frela reports from Washington that civil service reform gains traction under the young Democracy. William KE Russell’s leadership promises progress within the party and a shift in Massachusetts politics. The piece hints at a tariff revolt amid manufacturing interests and critiques excessive protection as Blaine warns against it.
The Special Committee of the National Civil Service Reform League prepares a report on Commissioner Porter’s conduct in the Census Bureau. His attitude toward civil service rules has been openly defiant from the start, and his pre election pledges under Harrison are cited as violated.
A Sprigfeld Republican cartoon mocks a suggestion from regular army officers in Missouri to place the organized militia under national pay and supervision. General Nelson A Miles criticizes the plan as creating a standing army under the War Department, calling it absurd and dangerous.
The text argues Governor Russell’s qualities and administration merit reelection, stating no public reason for retirement and urging Republicans to appeal to partisan prejudice. It notes Massachusetts' independent spirit makes such a partisan appeal weak.
The piece argues President Harrison should not disrupt the patronage machine amid Quay attacks and Blaine criticisms. It suggests taking no action to punish or discourage federal officials in Baltimore while balancing political pressures.
The Washington Post quotes banker John Beatty arguing that both parties aim to reach the same economic outcome. He notes Democrats favor a quick, single action dollar proposal while Republicans prefer a gradual path through incremental steps.
A Boston writer describes the American Bar Association gathering at Horticultural Hall. He notes the crowd, praises Alfred Kassell’s spec deliberations, and debates jury trials versus the old system. The piece criticizes Hastings on the University Club, defends cross college fellowship, and offers views on club benefits, dining, and selection of a steward.
Mrs. Russell Harrison and Mrs. McKee sail from Liverpool on the Ma jestic for New York. M. Le Ghant, Belgian Minister, sails from New York on the Westernland. Mr James R. Osgood visits Manchester by-the-Sea. Fraulein Adele Aus der Ole scores a colossal hit at Frau Wagner's soiree. Morton Frewen, cousin of Lord Randolph Churchill, towed by business in the Rockies and plans Sydney and Cape Town trips. The Woman About Town column is praised. Miss Helen Watterson’s engagement to W. S. Moody Jr. stirs readers.
Secretary Foster used a new practice to require gold coin or gold certificates for Western shipments, pressuring New York banks. After protests and rumors of banker reprisals, Foster intervened with Treasurer Roberts to allow a mix of gold and legal tenders for currency shipments, easing tensions and boosting Treasury gold reserves by about 12 million in six weeks.
At Cross Road Cottage in Hitchcock Eustis Aug 27, Thomas Hitchcock Jr and Louise Marie Eustis wed in a home ceremony. Guests included notable Eustis and Brimmer families. vows led by Father Ryan. The couple left for Newport then Meadowbrook and may travel abroad in fall.
Major McKinley of Ohio says he has accepted an invitation to address the Home Market Club of Boston in a few weeks and would sacrifice a few days from the Ohio campaign for the visit. He notes Senator Aldrich and ex Speaker Reed were also invited to speak and that their presence influenced his acceptance.
Barstow New Hampshire August 27 Uriah C Bowen of Groton is held in 1000 for appearance before the Plymouth grand jury in November for setting fire to a dwelling owned by A H Wellington of Newark.
A New York court entered final decree against Cunard in Fabre et al. vs Cunard Steamship Co. for the Umbria Iberia collision of November 16, 1888 off Long Island. Damages and costs total $309,835.60 with several insurers subrogated. case to be reheard on appeal in the circuit court.
About 125 of 300 Canonchet estate lots sold today for 21000 dollars total. Prices ranged 110 to 200 dollars per lot, with buyers including Frank Watson Yarragansett Pier and ex Mayor Smith Haley of New York among others. A bridge planned in six months across a lagoon will boost access to the beach and pier.
In New Haven on August 27 7000 people attended a great butchers barbecue at Schuetzen Park with estimates suggesting 19000 capacity had weather permitted. Marketmen on horseback and in wagons paraded while alderman Samuel Hibarnes served as grand marshal. Live oxen sheep and produce were displayed and meals fed 16000 attendees. Lieutenant-Governor Merwin rode in a carriage along the procession.
London Punch quotes a tribute to James Russell Lowell, detailing his birth in 1819 and death in 1891. The poem praises Lowell as Bard of two worlds, noting his satire, wit, and moral breadth. It recalls his influence, voice of sense, and the unity of English and American traditions in his poetry.
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