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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1890
Page
4
Citizens' Association address highlights Merrill being drawn into financial arrangements with a meter interest agent on the claim of securing a pivotal Board of Aldermen vote for a railroad scheme. Public concern centers on the alleged lobbyist influence rather than Merrill being deceived.
The Secretary of the Navy report presents a mature shipbuilding program with at least one vessel of every type under construction. Armored cruisers and battleships are exemplified by the Maine and Texas, with newer large vessels in development. The piece notes torpedo boats get overvalued by Tracy, questions mines from shore, and endorses sensible staffing and naval militia recommendations.
The Interior Secretary blends fact with fancy in his pension remarks noting that the bureau’s work grew to vast proportions and expenditures sent over one hundred million dollars into trade channels last year. He claims the funds relieved soldiers’ families and, oddly, shifted government treasures to the people. The closing clause invites further consideration.
An excerpt frames government deficit as the transfer of accumulated treasures to the people, presenting a simple, poetic explanation of fiscal flow. The passage emphasizes the mirage of elegance in a theory that hides practical redistribution.
The Postmaster General's annual report shows experience guiding reforms with less petty detail and more focus on broad postal matters. Wanamaker highlights a postal telegraph case, argues the service can be self funding, and praises subordinates while stressing team effort in achieving results.
The crisis in the Nationalist party sharpens as Mr. Parnell fights with his back to the wall. The alliance with the English Liberals appears endangered, threatening Home Rule. Davitt, Labouchere, and Gladstone loom large in the debate over veracity and future alliances.
The piece argues that Smalley exaggerates the division caused by Parnell and predicts enduring effects. It asserts no English public figure can work with Parnell, foreseeably forcing opponents like Sexton Dillon and M’Carthy either into opposition or withdrawal, and notes the break in old alliances.
An editorial argues independence in city politics shows neutrality is impossible. It endorses Mr Mattrews for mayor for his business leadership and tax base management, while criticizing Mr Merrill for ties to corporate interests. It claims nonpartisan voters should back Mattrews for equitable administration and experience.
An editorial signals a petition to the General Court seeking a governor appointed impartial expert commission to devise the best rapid transit plan for Boston and nearby towns. It calls for suspension of action until the commission reports and its recommendations are acted on by the Legislature.
In a Boston context, residents argue the West End Street Railway plan is a corruption of law and public policy. A commission of inquiry is proposed to weigh rapid transit, while delaying building to protect public and private interests amid fears of costly street takeovers. The article also notes France's mounting debt and social commentary on local culture and life.
The seventh Symphony concert at Music Hall featured Berlioz Fantastique and Hungarian Rhapsodies with a critical look at Berlioz as a man and composer. Mir Nikisch led a large orchestra, praised for moments but faulted for detailing, while Liszt rhapsodies and Weber overtures drew praise for energy and color. Next week’s program includes Coriolanus overture, Goldmark violin concerto, and Schumann symphony with Kneisel on violin.
A fragment notes households struggle to keep interest payments current while some families fare better than others. The excerpt contrasts relative ease with harsher economic pressures faced by peers. It hints at broader financial distress without naming individuals or places.
An editorial notes roughness in modern football while praising a recent New York match played under Gaelic rules. The format reduces risk and emphasizes speed, agility, and generalship over brute force, suggesting colleges study this approach to improve safety and skill.
French physicians, who promoted a new law, seek Professor Kocn's curative lymph to test its quality and value. Customs officials block import at the frontier under the law prohibiting medicines of unknown composition, leaving doctors in a bind they helped create.
The Lynn Daily Item prints a twenty four page edition on Wednesday evening celebrating the phoenix like rise of the City of Shoes from a year ago. Rich illustrations showcase neighborly pluck and community resilience, underscoring the paper’s view of Lynn as more than its name suggests.
The last of the Strauss concert series was held last evening at Music Hall with a full house in attendance. The program included a selection of symphonic works and showcased the orchestra and soloists in strong performances throughout the evening.
Delightful from beginning to end with about twenty pieces, the audience applauding all numbers. Strauss responded generously as the orchestra excelled in the overture If I Were King and selections by Gilet Jangmann Behr. The dance music impressed, the conductor guiding with caprice as if in Offenbach’s Dr Miracle. The little director from Vienna led bow to the audience.
The New England Conservatory Chamber Club and Adamowski Quartette with Arthur Foote perform this evening at Union Hall and Steinert Hall respectively. Ida Klein Campanini and Del Puente sing at the Sunday popular concert on Dec 7 at Music Hall with Schulz cellist. Boston Orchestral Club makes first appearance. Philharmonic Orchestra at Boston Theatre delivers Martha overture and Saint Saens Algerienne selections with Wentworth and Giese. Himdell and Haydn Society plans Messiah on Dec 21 with Walker Edmands King and Whitney. Dvorak Stabat Mater planned for Feb 1 1891 with De Vere Winant Winck Fischer. Bach Matthew Passion on March 27 1891 Good Friday with Whittier Howland Parker Ricketson Morawski. Easter Sunday includes Parker St John and Mendelssohn Hymn of Praise with Fenderson Mockridge Lamson and a soprano to be announced. Players from Boston Symphony Orchestra.
A blend of light social notes, literary quips, and curiosities from the era. Poe signs a football treatise attributed to Princeton’s captain. jokes on Chicago’s kissing fine contrast an Ohio penalty. fashion, travel, and royal purchases mingle with a Catholic priest’s long service and a French chateau bought by Wilhelm.
A religious collect invoking grace to forsake darkness and clothe the self with righteousness. It prays for illumination through Jesus Christ during mortal life and asks for purifying faith to await the final judgment. Signed Ll. W. Parsons.
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