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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1888
Page
4
After the Yule log fades, a bachelor hopes for a meaningful gift and the giver’s thought. Suggestions include a brass book rack for the table, a shaving case, a library chair, a chiffonniere, a desk, an easy chair, a table of Mexican onyx, all plainly marked at our store.
On election day there were about 526,223 Harrison Republicans in Pennsylvania besides Senator Quay. Since then the potentialities have been reversed, and Quay now appears to be the only Pennsylvania Republican among the half million who is of any particular account.
A New York Tribune despatch claims the Republican army had backing from hundreds of good citizens. It questions whether Independents and Mugwumps, not aligned with Republicans, may doom any candidate the Tribune believes in influentially.
An excerpt notes Massachusetts Democrats, who topped their tariff reform vote, will not abandon their principles. It highlights gains in manufacturing towns and predicts future farmer awareness and a decisive push against war taxes, with the Democratic flag proclaimed firmly.
The Indiana bribery probe against a Republican and the push to reject Bailey's nomination as district attorney in the northern district appear connected. An officer prosecuting a bribery charge against a Republican is viewed by supporters of the accused as too partisan for public prosecutor duties.
The Young Men's Democratic Club of Massachusetts publishes a detailed report of its receipts and expenses from the late canvass, contrasting its open accounting with other party committees that burned their accounts to hide fund use. The New York Times (Independent) notes the honorable contrast to such actions.
The New York Evening Post urges Mr. Wanamaker to disclose all records and vouchers showing how funds raised for Quay were spent. It criticizes the burning of papers and asks for immediate clarification to prove proper use of money and to clear the public conscience.
The state art commission of Connecticut names Charles Dudley Warner as chairman. The report lists other notable shifts including General Jacob D. Cox resigning as chancellor of Cincinnati University to reallocate funds for equipment and library. The piece also notes Russian Grand Duke Paul’s betrothal celebrations, a 70 ton granite monument planned for Rose Hill Cemetery, and Princeton’s display of notable alumni. It concludes with Willard Fiske’s life in Italy and his marriage to Jennie McGraw.
Yesterday at Hoosac docks the ocean steamer Bostonian showed two broken propeller blades. Captain Trant ordered tipping the ship, and within twelve hours the broken stumps were replaced with new ones. Chief engineer Beer Donaldson and chief officer Holttam led the rapid, efficient repair enabling the ship to sail on schedule.
In Indianapolis Senator QuAyY's visit stirs apprehension among Mr BLaine's friends who fear the Pennsylvania boss will oppose Mr Sherman at the Chicago convention. His influence with the President elect is debated, hinging on role played before the election and the fate of the Great Leader's cabinet chances.
The fifth annual meeting of the American Historical Association will be held in Washington next week. The program spans three days with rail and hotel arrangements eased for attendees. President W. F. Poon will open the event, with papers on the Northwest history and on Federal and Canadian history drawing special interest. The gathering is expected to greatly stimulate interest in historical studies.
After Hut won and Cleveland defeated, a renewed feud between Governor and Legislature is expected. The governor may nominate Dr John Swinburne for health officer of the port of New York, a move aimed at provoking a Senate clash. The clash could derail election-method reform, with broader national interest in Albany warfare and winter prospects.
Reported discord among Maine Congressmen over a State Department offer to James G Blaine. A Washington despatch notes Blaine may accept an England or France mission, a claim the Boston Journal says clashes with precedent for him to take the State Department on March 4.
British and Egyptian forces led by General Grenfell stormed the rebel position at Suakin, drove them from their intrenchments, and occupy the works with minor losses. The success supports Grenfell’s faith in Egyptian allies and questions about Stanley’s rescue remain unresolved amid reports from Osman Diegana.
The text notes Mandi's forces near Khartoum threatening terms for release likely to be dismissed, with possible tragic outcomes akin to Gorp on. Radical journals in London hint Liberal attacks on the ministry over this issue, while Suakin's outcome is seen as an advantage to the ministry.
Alabama and Georgia manufacturers urge a split of the solid South from Democratic loyalty. They push tariff protection to reshape politics, aiming to raise Republican influence, avert sectional prejudice, and possibly seed a Southern reform party backed by capital. The move seeks to shift national contest to tariff issues and deter old sectional lines.
The article argues Germany seeks to override Samoa’s neutrality after MaLieatoa’s deposition, installing a new king and aiming for naval and commercial dominance in the South Pacific, risking U.S. and British interests and commercial assets on Upolu island.
In a Boston column the writer urges withdrawal of Germany from Samoa to protect U S interests including naval coaling stations and Hawaii's strategic value. The piece criticizes Britain for prioritizing ties with Germany, notes Samoa and Sandwich Islands guarantees, and argues the author’s country must act with dignity and honor. It also reflects on St Paul’s Church prospects and local cultural anecdotes in Boston.
New York Evening Post interviews with leading theater figures like Judge Barret and H. C. Bunner condemn the idea of excluding foreign actors. Bunner calls it un-American and unartistic, arguing American stage has learned from abroad and should welcome diverse talent. Steppman notes no parallel to copyright debate, and Simdman questions feasibility and fairness. Overall, press and theater circles see exclusion as a mistake.
The Missouri Supreme Court ruled that St. Louis city officials had no power to enforce a local ordinance capping telephone rates. The decision, favorable to the telephone company, affects similar pending ordinances in other Western cities and carries significant implications for telecommunication interests.
East Boston Citizens' Trade Association held a postponed session with President Whitney presiding. The board of managers’ report was accepted, recommending committees to nominate officers and plan the annual festival. Plans for the Bennington street bridge were in progress and a petition to lay out Bennington street was authorized with city officials and East Boston district reps to be consulted.
A Washington dispatch reports that during the congressional recess at least a dozen leading Republican Senators will head to Indianapolis or write to General Harrison about his Cabinet. Sherman plans to go, with many others preparing to advise Harrison, verbally or by letter, as an anti Blaine coalition forms to oppose Maine man at Indianapolis and to push Sherman as Secretary of State. Allies of Blaine, such as Teller and Dolph, may not join, while Allison and Aldrich remain resentful of Sherman over the tariff bill maneuver.
Mr. Dorman B. Eaton argues in a New York interview that reform of the civil service is widely supported after a House vote on appropriations. He cites 138 in favor and 25 against, defends educational aims, and notes existing tenures hinge on dismissal powers under the law. He says President Cleveland has broadly kept reform promises and expanded law coverage to railroad mail service positions. He warns against destroying the civil service as it would empower party leaders with patronage and votes.
Dramatic notes report rapid demand for seats as Sweet Lavender follows Shenandoah, with expectant crowds at the Museum New Year’s Eve. Irving wraps English engagements promising Ellen Terry performance in April for a charitable cause. Anderson engagement advance sale at Hollis Street Theater draws long cold queue, over $6000 to 5 pm. Miss Anderson’s company arrives Sunday night. five-car scenery and special train planned. Letter to the Editor defends Sheridan text changes to The Rivals, noting Jefferson’s Bob Acres portrayal differs from Sheridan’s and urging fidelity to the original comedy. Cambridge, Dec. 19.
In a letter to the Post this morning, the writer notes that Boston 250 years ago established the common school system. He argues this act of dedicating community property as a trust for education created a powerful form of social reform, shaping citizens who vote and support good government. Boston, Dec 20.
A digest of jests and quick quotes from various papers. Includes sharp lines about Senator Edmunds, Mme Jane Hading, and a baptism report from Belton. A Chicago Tribune piece notes a Boston governess inquiry, and a Nirvana rooster tale ends with the bird thriving after head removal and feeding via tube.
A roundup of literary news notes the 100th anniversary of Journal des Débats on August 29, new Harpers collaborations by H. W. Mc Vickar, and the launch of Young Hearts magazine in New York. It reports on Mrs. Deland’s John Ward success, Daudet translations, Russia pieces for Harper’s Magazine, Archer’s forthcoming Macready biography, a D. Lothrop travel book by H. E. Rhoades linked to the Polaris expedition, Eb Nesbit’s poetry collection, and Stanhope’s Wellington conversations with anticipated U.S. publication by Longmans Green.
Louis K. Harlow’s new water color collection at Walter Kimball’s Park Street gallery shows clearer washes and crisper details with broader distances and more luminosity. Venetian scenes and American coast studies highlight pearly tones, simple themes, and refined framing inviting buyers to grace upscale rooms.
A twelve year old son of James Maines vanished from the old Hildreth farm near Needham after being sent on an errand. It is feared he ventured onto the ice of the Charles River, fell through, and drowned.
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