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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1884

Page

2

Morrison tariff bill defended as practical and conservative

The Morrison tariff bill is hailed as practical and conservative, expected to irk protectionists who may seek new loopholes or objections to counter its provisions and impact.

Phillips Declared Greatest Living American Orator

The Brooklyn Eagle says Wendell Phillips does not dispute Henry Ward Beecher for the title of greatest living American orator. The remark notes Phillips never challenged Beecher’s claim and implies Beecher's status is uncontested.

Henry Ward Beecher Brooklyn Eagle Wendell Phillips Phillips Mr. Beecher

Secretary Chandler Speaks Against Civil Service Enforcement

Secretary W. E. Chandler’s contempt for the civil service commission’s work and his disregard of its recommendations may weary republican organs that have acted as tenders to that movement. Republicans favor the law but oppose its enforcement.

W. E. Chandler Civil Service Commission

National Prohibitionists Convene May in Pittsburgh

The Kansas City Times says the May Pittsburgh convention signals possible Republican weakness and hints a Prohibition candidate could split northern votes. It cautions the death of either party is premature and notes the fight hinges on actions by the current Congress and what remains undone.

Kansas City Times Pittsburg Congress National Nuiance Keifer Hartford Times New York Journal Lowell Batavia New York City Philadelphia Milwaukee St. Louis Brooklyn Chicago Mapleson Campanini Abbey Yessum Hartford Post

Meeting Called by New England Ship Owners on Dingley Bill

The New England Ship-Owners association convenes today to discuss the Dingley bill and issues affecting American commerce. It is seen as vital for Massachusetts with revival of shipping tied to wealth, prosperity, and national power. The text urges thoughtful discussion to revive the industry and end its stagnation.

New England Ship-Owners’ Association Massachusetts

Sherman and the Democratic Silence in a Political Trap

The Cincinnati Commercial Gazette notes Senator Sherman’s resolutions and speech present the case calmly, accusing the Democrats of sinister silence. Sherman’s trap failed as Democrats maintained dignity, avoiding heated exchanges. The piece condemns the fusion scheme and argues the attack rebounded on Sherman.

Buzfuz Cincinnati Commercial Gazette Sherman

Demoralization in Fall River Strikes Draw Criticism

The writer condemns a Fall River strike as an old folly driven by misguided leadership. Strikes may halt production but reveal no clear principle, only idleness and consumption of accumulated wealth. The piece questions how workers can justify their actions and warns of manufacturers using the disruption to act independently.

Fall River

Views of Leading Democrats of the Past on the Tariff Question

A reader cites Jefferson Madison and others on tariff revenue with incidental protection. It traces early revenue tariffs, Madison's moderation, Jefferson's support, and the shift under Clay to protection for industry, noting how debates split Democrats over protection versus revenue and the role of national policy in fostering commerce and navigation.

Democratic Party England Madison Jefferson Andrew Jacckson van Buren Silas Wright Eli Boston Post Thomas Jefferson James Madison Andrew Jackson Buchanan Randall Mr. Carlisle Mr. Hewitt Mr. Morrison D. D. Kelly Boston Jackson Carlisle Morrison Hewitt Kelly Gen. Jackson United States Congress House of Representatives Washington Carriss Fitzsimmond Pennsylvania Mr. Madison Hr. Hartley Shave Henry Clay

The tariff and political fault lines of Jefferson era

The article discusses tariff philosophy from Jefferson through Buchanan, noting surplus funds in 1806 and the tension between protective duties and free trade. It contrasts protectionism with the view that many protected articles are luxuries for the wealthy, while labor bears a larger burden relative to elites, and critiques Democratic stances on protection and free trade.

Jefferson Congress of the United States Madison France Washington Adams Congress Mediterranean Great Britain Clay House of Representatives Mr. Webster Massachusetts New England Mr. Clay Webster Mr. Benton Benton Buchanan Republic Speaker William H. Vanderbilt Jackson van Buren Democratic Party Randall Pennsylvania

Confusion Baby on Stage Sparks Tragic Escape to Brazil

In a bizarre scene on stage, Mr Coghlan seals a letter then leaves with his child and the nurse to Brazil after the infant wails violently. The wife, discovering the missing husband, collapses in despair as the baby’s cries fade, leaving Bestonians recalling the familiar “Confusion” baby.

New York Brooklyn Eagle Fifth Avenue Theatre Union Square Theatre Union Square Cogh Brazil

Jackson Van Buren Support for Tariff History in 1824

A historical letter discusses the 1824 tariff debate in Congress. It notes votes by Jackson Van Buren Buchanan and others on duties for iron hemp wool and overall protection, arguing Democrats favored revenue tariffs with incidental protection and warning against misinterpretation of reform aims. The piece asserts Democrats historically supported economy, tariff and protection, with further updates promised.

House of Representatives Buchanan Webster Jackson van Buren Senate Committee On Mills Massachusetts Andrew Jackson Martin van Buren Lloyd Richard M. Johnson Kentucky United States R. M. Johnson Mr. Clay Thomas H. Benton Monroe Benton Jefferson Madison Kelly Randall Democratic Party Boston

Train Timetable Fragments From Coastal Division

Fragmentary schedule notes show varied arrivals and depart times for towns including Randolph Middleboro Cohasset Quincy Milton and Nantucket. Entries reference express services via Abin Duxbury and via Nepost with multiple morning and evening departures and returns, plus weekend patterns for Cape Cod and Prov incetown routes.

Waghton Randolph Middleboro Brockton Pyton Abin Duxbury Quincy Milton L Cottage Vlly Wood’s Hol Nantucket Woods Horl Cape Cod Provincetown Way Northern Division Marlboro Clinton Leominster Fitchburg Fiil River Bridgewater Taunton Braintree and Way South Braintree

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