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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1887
Page
4
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In Boston papers the London press view contradicts Blaine's Paris sourced claims of a US market expansion for English fabrics. The Boston organs echo disputed statements, citing a Paris order and repeating what the Tribune has carried, though a cable summary presents the opposite outlook.
The article reports a major derailment of an elevated railroad tram in New York with no deaths or injuries. It notes the accident likely resulted from spreading rails inadequately secured during repairs and from an unauthorized adjacent track built beyond approved privileges. Public safety and company responsibility are questioned.
A New York City grand jury refuses to act on alleged post election fraud in Barney Rourke’s district. The City Reform Club and affidavits describe vote buying and intimidation by police and party operatives. The piece notes the grand jury and district attorney’s inaction lacking explanation.
Both parties in England anticipate a holiday truce with no major action anticipated for a time. Sir William Harcourt, acting as Liberal antagonist, may deliver a final jab at Lord Salisbury while others retreat from activity as Mir Goscuin and Lord Hartington subside for the present.
Randolph Churchill travels to St Petersburg to gauge the Czar’s intentions while Morvey’s illness loosens the field. Gladstone’s interest in public affairs wanes and rumors put Venice on his horizon for rest. Parnell, Dinton, Healy stay quiet as Irish party camps pause amid Christmas and Parliament’s pending session.
Foreign correspondents clash with the Derby address as warlike sentiment grows while Lord Sainsbury maintains a cautious line. Critics say the Derby speech showed the speaker’s real feelings despite an official, Delphic stance.
A discussion on James Russell Lowe and the Saturday Review debate about modern literature versus traditional tastes. It questions the Plain Man's judgment in art and notes critics defending the new school while citing works by Dickens and Tennyson.
The Park Theatre opened with The Widow's Device featuring Miss Vokes and a strong company. Review notes clever situations and contrasts with French comedies, praising Morton Selten's performance while calling Vokes uneven and noting the bill also includes A Double Lesson and future substitutions for the run through the week.
A brief digest covers Anna E Dickinson recovering at her home in Honesdale Pennsylvania and planning a Florida sojourn, a Spanish ad in Matanzas promoting Frances Folsom de Cleveland, William T. Washburn the New York lawyer author, and Postmaster General Vilas praised for efficiency and transfer to the Interior Department.
The passage discusses enduring unpretentious truth in literature. It questions whether later writers surpass Jane Austen and classic works like the Odyssey in conveying simple, true beauty. The view honors timeless values over modern pretensions.
The Boston Theatre hosted King Lear with Mr. Booth as Lear and Mr. Barrett as Edgar drawing one of the season's largest audiences. Booth's performance was hailed as masterful while Barrett's Edgar received praise for its noble, true-to-conception portrayal. other cast members received mixed notices.
Professor Asa Gray of Cambridge remains about the same though somewhat easier in recent days. Doctor Wyman says his death is a matter of time and he will gradually sink.
In Boston the stock exchange seats have nearly matched New York’s, reflecting Boston’s growing financial vitality from railroads and local enterprises. The piece notes prior misalignment caused by scarce solid securities, describes market manipulation risks, and argues Boston may attract more business away from New York as it liberates itself from metropolis influence.
The London Fruth discusses the Grosvenor Gallery dispute with Sir Coutts Lindsay. It argues Burne Jones would be largely unknown without the Grosvenor and warns against ingratitude if he withdraws patronage. The piece contends the gallery boosted public awareness of Burne Jones.
The article notes that dropping the Burne-Jones name would harm his commercial value and reputation. It recalls the old tale of a man scornfully severing the ladder by which he rose to fame, urging Burne-Jones to reconsider his hasty stance.
Mr Ivan Panin’s afternoon discourse on Tolstoy as a preacher of God’s love and social duty marked a sharp, earnest critique of Tolstoy’s gospel. Panin contrasted Tolstoy with Socrates Epictetus Emerson Carlyle and Ruskin noting Tolstoy’s heart as fountain of art and his belief that love conquers all.
The Philadelphia Times notes Senator Cameron as a pragmatic figure not inclined to jingoism or aggressive tactics. It argues he could emerge as a strong national candidate if Republican leaders seek a dark horse by next midsummer, given the political climate and needed conciliation.
The piece lauds Samuel J. Randall, asserting his motives are public duty not profit, noting his leadership in the House and his disinterested, patriotic stance benefiting the masses.
A World column denounces federal spending on state schools roads pensions and river projects as unjust grabs fueled by an overflowing Treasury. It argues the surplus tempts lawmakers to raid taxpayer funds and calls for stopping the surplus to end the raids.
The Times (Ind.) notes the House will not pass a revenue reform bill that lowers tariffs and expands free lists. With the Senate likely to dissent, the issue remains unsettled and depends on shifting popular sentiment, delaying any conclusive tariff settlement.
Tickets for Josef Hofmann debut sold quickly with strong demand at Music Hall. Crowded houses expected for Friday and Monday concerts. Next Wednesday a recital at Mrs D Morris’s parlors features C Sadakichi Hartmann with Helen Berg. Iioma di Murska to appear in New York Chickering Hall on Dec 20 with a noted guest list. Professor Carl Baermann plans two planoterte recitals. first at Steinert Hall Jan 16 at 6 o'clock.
A medley of light quips and notes on Christmas prep, hunting, mills, and letters. Mentions a Finnish language paper in Ishpeming, a Tennessee hunt, India’s cotton industry, and New York letter traffic. includes a humorous cartoon dialogue about a boy and a cat.
A Lawrence station chat with mill designer Lassey reports mill workers support tariff reduction. He cites 6 to 8 cent per yard savings on four ounce dress goods and argues free raw material boosts home and foreign trade. He praises workers’ rising skill and education and urges prompt tariff action under President Cleveland.
A Boston letter from December 21, 1887 praises Kilrain as a hardworking temperate and gentlemanly pugilist. The writer urges athletic clubs to invite him home and train the rising generation in sport and restraint, contrasting Kilrain with Smith and Sullivan and lamenting ongoing prize fighting.
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