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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1889
Page
4
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Hearing before the ways and means committee heard pleas from New Jersey smelters for relief from import duties on Mexican ore while carbonate mining interests urged stricter exclusion. The Denver Times cited Den ver Hill output of 200 to 300 tons daily under Eben Smith, Morrat, Du Bois, Tysor, and Buarne, with large profits and rising fortunes.
The House rules committee likely cannot report until the next session due to illness of Mr Ran Dall and the death of Mr Cannon's wife. Majority members reportedly favor independent voting on rules to temper revolutionary changes, hoping to hold a party line if possible.
The Civil Service Commission report to the President cites violations of a law forbidding political contributions by federal employees during official duties linked to Mahone's Virginia campaign. The case, referred to the Attorney General and then to the district attorney, awaits fresh legal preparation by a New York Civil Service Reform League attorney. It is expected to proceed in court despite prior hesitations.
At yesterday's meeting in this city the International Copyright Association focused on secretary and treasurer reports. Mr H O O Hoveitton gave a brief address urging copyright supporters to push legislation while warning that a false sense of security endangers the cause.
A speech criticizes universal clear books under international copyright as incorrect and notes piracy has harmed publishers. The secretary Estes outlines the association’s yearly work and urges continued effort toward a law recognizing authors rights across nationalities. Funds exceed 1860 dollars will support next year’s activities.
A Western congressman plans to introduce the Torrey bankruptcy bill in the House, aligning with the Lowe bill and supported by Senator Hoar in the Senate. The measure aims to curb abuses of the old composition clause, require district attorneys to probe assets, and reduce costs and delays, while favoring fair creditor treatment and national credit stability.
The letter from Mr Stanley defending his conduct of the relief expedition is printed in full in the London papers dated December 21. The journal notes it has previously stated its view on the matter.
The article argues that women face a standing menace in domestic service due to lack of systemic methods and generalization. It cites executive ability in households and philanthropy but notes persistent flaws in managing servants. An initiative by Vas sar College graduates begins collecting domestic service statistics.
The Empress of Brazil dies in a foreign land after exile lasting weeks. She is portrayed as intelligent and peace loving, with no alleged faults during Brazil's troubles. Dom Prefro and his consort were driven from the country and spared further abuse, and the Empress died wishing her people well.
The Museum stages Phyllis with a large but restless audience amid criticism. Mrs Burnett's tale of a daughter entangled by a selfish father fails to deliver a coherent, well paced drama with convincing suspense and character logic.
Richard Golden stars as Old Jed Prouty in the Globe Theatre premiere. The Bucksport Maine setting and simple, natural humor prove engaging with strong supporting cast and notable dancing by Millie Smith.
Review notes varied reactions to The Highest Bidder at Hollis Street Theatre with Sothern’s improved pathos and sincerity contrasted by a faltering farce. Mention of Lord Chumley and Bonham Cheviot, plus previews of Natural Gas, Article 47, A Tin Soldier, and Aronson company’s four week Hollis Street season.
A Boston observer notes a rise in centenarian deaths amid mild winter and recalls Abigail Elles of Canton who died near one hundred one. The piece weighs heredity versus circumstance, cites Dr Holmes, and honors John Templeman Coolidge a long-serving East Indian trade banker and Somerset Club member.
A collage of witty observations and curious notes on language, manners, science, and Gilded Age trivia. It mentions Mt McClellan ice age find, a telephonic link for the Empress Frederick, jokes about outfits and finances, Bismarck, Grady, New Year's resolutions, and a Victorian ice palace plan for St Paul with towers, an amphitheatre, and electric lights.
Albany Argus notes tariff hearings reveal the impact on millions of unprotected workers as lawmakers debate the duty. The exchange among protected interests in the committee room serves to illustrate the real consequences of a tariff revised by friends.
The piece notes two competing factions within the Republican party, each driven by distinct personal interests. One side wants tighter tariff policies, the other seeks to loosen them. Any proposal will be scrutinized and opposed by at least one faction, signaling potential political tension but eventual long term benefit for the country.
The Massachusetts House needs a competent presiding officer after a disorderly last session. Critics fault Mr. Barrett while Wardwell supporters deny a plot to discredit the Speaker. Electioneering buncombe is deemed impertinent to the case by LSorsfield Republican.
A town rumor claimed John B Mason of the Museum company was dead. Lowell Mason told a Post reporter that John is out of danger, the congestion in one lung nearly cleared and the other improving, and the family fears no further trouble.
Mrs James G Blaine and Miss Margaret Blaine traveled via Portland to Washington after attending the funeral of Miss Stanwood of Augusta. Stanwood was a sister of Mrs Blaine. The party passed through Augusta on the night Pullman and earlier came from Washington.
Mrs. John Burke of Fall River has been missing since November 20 leaving two young children. Authorities seek information about her whereabouts.
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