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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1888
Page
4
The article touts mahogany and oak dining tables and sets as ideal Christmas gifts. It notes that newer pieces are well crafted, prices vary from moderate to high, and all items are clearly marked as value for money. It suggests a dining room table, chairs, and sideboard as a superior gift to trinkets.
London dispatch reports John Bright improving while Paris auction notes an autographed Henry IV letter selling for 100 dollars with a playful value claim of one dollar per thousand kisses. Wesleyan University elects Bradford Raymond president, praised as a Wisconsin preacher and Leipsic scholar. Barnum disputes rumors of retirement, promising continued show business with Bailey for decades. Queen Victoria economy moves sparingly with Yeomen vacancies and pensions. Yale memory recalls 1854 mob violence near South Campus ending with cannons, the killer of O Neill never revealed.
Boston supported Cleveland with about 9000 votes and Hart with roughly 2700, leaving an independence balance of about 11,700 in this Providence Journal report. The note reflects political division and the scale of support for leaders amid local independence sentiment.
An editorial argues that Congress should convene next March if President Harrison deems it necessary to revise tariffs or address key matters, but cautions against funding a special session merely to strengthen party control. It comments that Democratic Congressmen turning Republican would be unlikely.
An editorial notes Boston's election shows the benefit of separating municipal and general elections. It argues many citizens neglect city needs when swayed by party zeal and suggests a month would curb party passion, advocating nonpartisan municipal ballots for local interests.
The piece notes widespread anticipation for Senator Ingalls to speak again about civil service reform. It suggests his words will convey deep conviction and compare public eagerness to a camp meeting, praising reform as vital and not forgotten.
Harper’s Weekly notes Blaine’s return from Europe and his potential acceptance of the Secretary of State post. The piece flags precedent concerns as Blaine signals possible resignation or refusal should the offer arise, a stance unseen among past incumbents and creating campaign doubt.
A short notice from the Boston Post Publishing Company outlines subscription options including three months one month and weekly issues issued Fridays with one year pricing. It notes second class matter status, sender's risk for payments and directs checks drafts and money orders to be payable to the Post Publishing Company.
The editor declines to return rejected manuscripts and will not respond to anonymous submissions. Each letter must include the writer’s full name and address for good faith verification, though details will not be published.
Boston reports that France buys into Russia's 4 per cent loan in Paris, signaling a stronger Franco Russian political bond. Analysts say the move eases Russia from Berlin bankers and tightens ties, making the German emperor's St Petersburg visit seem insignificant by comparison.
In a city election the public shows support for independent reform over party control. William R. Richards led the non partisan drive, after being rejected by Republicans for his stance. Civil service reform groups hope the national administration follows the reform agenda and align with the Republican platform and Harrison’s acceptance letter.
A Valparaiso dated letter from a Boston born merchant, long a resident there, argues against the tariff. He complains that even with Harrison's election, protection harms U S Chile trade by restricting raw material imports, boosting European goods, and driving up remittance costs. He likens protection to wolves preying on sheep.
The New York Senate investigating committee questioned Appleton Sturgis Gis on Wednesday about the influence of high tariff rhetoric from the last campaign. The hearing focused on how tariff positions were framed and public reception.
Testimony details the cotton bagging trust and its open market buyouts, with mills leased or bought to push prices from seven to twelve and a half cents per yard. Sturgis cites labor pay at eighty to ninety cents daily as the movement claims to aid workers, while critics say the shutdown mills left over 2000 men unemployed and wagelessly pressured remaining workers to vote for the tariff.
The article surveys the interstate commerce law amid Congress debates on repeal. It argues pooling bans are misguided, notes potential rate fluctuations, and questions provisions like public schedules. It cites Judge Cooky and Commissioner Morrison revealing railroad evasion and finds Western railroads’ woes rooted in bad faith, not law design.
The Hydrographic Office reports high overall chart quality yet notes gaps in unsurveyed localities where American commerce grows. Orinoco River charts are unreliable, with three sets differing, prompting calls for surveys to protect ships. Nova Scotia bark Annapolis wrecked on the bar and Kennard narrowly saved by jettisoning cargo. Sunda region also cited for new chart needs.
The Hydrographic Office emphasizes accurate charts for safe navigation citing the Newcastle City wreck off Nantucket and noting chart No. 941. It praises its broader distribution, calls for more staff, and warns mariners against relying on rival charts. It discusses American Canadian union debates and hints at reciprocity as a path to closer ties.
W H H Murray urges political union of United States and Canada as a grand historic project. He portrays a united empire surpassing ancient realms, cites geography and unity in the atlas, and notes obstacles from temper and knowledge. He disputes English sentiment and cites census figures of Canada’s diverse population.
A nine pound shot from the Hull life savers relic displays in Boston to honor Captain Joshua James and his crew for rescuing nine aboard the Cox & Green after wreck near Teddy Rocks Hull. The column also notes a tall man rescuing carrots and sweet potatoes from rain, a new beat cop mistaking a fleeing citizen for a thief, and a window Indian craft worker making baskets and toy canoes illustrating native artistry and industriousness.
The Journal commends the Navy Department saying the Haiti expedition is fortunate in its commander, while noting it previously predicted a two week effort would be needed to get any vessel off to Port-au-Prince.
The Massachusetts Historical Society held a stated meeting at the Dowse Library to honor William Amory. Dr. Ellis, Hon. Winthrop, and Dr. Holmes paid tribute to his life as a banker, reader, and cultivated gentleman, noting his leadership in manufacturing firms and his extensive library. The gathering approved bylaws revisions and discussed preserving Cape Cod’s 1626 27 wreck relic with the Old Colony Pilgrim Society.
A jumble of anecdotes and jests from press clips. Remarks on a rumored Match Trust in need of striking, Old Chief Colorow’s death recalled, various quips about quails, oysters, and a New Jersey jury awarding damages over a ten-cent piece.
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