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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1887
Page
4
Public notice from the Boston Post Publishing Co detailing postal subscription rates for daily and weekly editions, office addresses, and guidance on manuscript submissions. It notes second class matter status and payment directions for checks and money orders. It also directs where to find the financial, commercial, and ship news sections in the newspaper.
A Boston newspaper notes in February 1887 that there is no real reason for war at present and that if a conflict occurs it would stem from panic. The piece highlights shifting fears around Europe's financial centers and questions the necessity of war amid fluctuating causes of apprehension.
The proposal to impeach Secretary Manning over his currency policy is ridiculed as a harmless move by the greenback and silver faction. Weaver cites several alleged legal violations, weighing censure versus articles of impeachment, with Bland expected this week to weigh in on the matter. Manning is not expected to resign over the issue.
At Steinway Hall on Saturday night business leaders proposed arbitration to settle the coal strike, with Knights of Labor representatives approving. The editor notes the original conflict faded after non union workers were hired, and argues a peaceful settlement may end the costly fruitless warfare.
A Vermont Central derailment caused by a broken rail or wheel led to wrecked cars and a fatal fire that blocked rescue efforts. The writer urges a law to remove stores from passenger cars to prevent conflagration deaths and recommends safer warming methods.
Massachusetts was quick to join the national topographical survey and will soon have a contour map of its territory. The 1884 Legislature authorized a state commission to cooperate with the US Geological Survey, sharing costs with the nation and capping Commonwealth expenses at $40,000. The project has been diligently pursued and is advancing well.
Major Powrll, director of the national survey, expects strong results as most of the eastern state is complete. Only a Cape Cod strip and islands remain, with four months of field work after spring. Engraved sheets are advancing toward a fifty to fifty five page atlas, facsimiles to be shared with the Commonwealth and libraries. State commissioners include General Francis A. Walker, Professor Nathaniel Sualer, and Professor H. L. Whitney.
A Boston editorial argues that Osborne and the police board overstep constitutional limits by claiming authority to spend city funds and test the police signal system in court. It calls for a judicial ruling to settle whether a police board can supersede city government finance.
The piece lauds broad support in and out of Congress for expanded cross border powers with Canada under the Democratic administration while deriding an Advertiser editor's criticism of Secretary Bayard. It argues Republicans seek to undermine Cleveland and cabinet unity, citing claims of discord over fisheries talks as unfounded and unpatriotic.
The report confirms Mr Parnell’s illness and possible withdrawal from leadership of the Irish party. If real, a successor must be chosen, with candidates including Mr Heavy and Mr William O’Brien, editor of United Ireland, though constraints exist on experience and temperament.
The author argues foreign relations are for the executive and the committee on foreign relations should bolster administration policy. Criticism targets the idea that recent rhetoric deserves heed and warns against overzealous, noisy opposition linked to the Blaine campaign.
A writer asserts resemblances between Ruddygore and Joan BrouuHams The Blood Red Mark and cites that Gil Bert once acted in Brougham's piece to support the charge. The librettist faces a chance to offer a humorous explanation of the coincidence.
Reported remark from Osborne after a performance of Sweethearts quotes the Queen asking who is Mr. Gilbert. The piece suggests the monarch remains secluded from popular entertainments like Pinafore and The Mikado and hints at political sympathies and distant relations with leaders.
A committee of six gentlemen is forming a new athletic club in Boston. They plan a meeting within a fortnight to gather interested members and expect to reach 600 members initially. The club will have a building with rooms, apparatus, and a tennis court. Initiation fees are expected around 850 with annual dues of 40 to 50.
A London and Boston review notes Rolfe's edition of The Lay of the Last Minstrel includes over a hundred pages of notes and introductory material. It praises his thorough explanations of historical allusions and terms, plus a map of Scott land to aid readers.
A critical notice of Dr William A Hammond’s novel On the Susquehanna praising its dramatic suspense and clear moral divisions. The piece notes sensational plotting, favorable law approval of heroes actions, and an approving stance toward sensational violence.
A critique of Elizabeth G. Bainbridge's Schoolroom Games and Exercises praises its engaging games for arithmetic geography spelling and history but condemns the doggerel verses especially the Luther and Lincoln lines calling for a higher refined tone for use in families or schools. It notes the book’s learning value and its potential as a study aid while urging better literary standards.
A memorial honors Dr Sumner Ellis praised as a devout, cultured preacher whose mild nature and universal kindness uplifted church and community. The Boston Salem Chicago years, Harvard study, and biography by C R Moor are noted, with excerpts from his sermons stressing religion as a force that sanctifies work and nature.
In the English Illustrated Magazine Mrs Craik’s An Unknown Country returns to Ireland’s Antrim landscapes and legends with Dunseverick, Bonamargy, Fair Head, Carrick-a-Bede, and Ballycastle sketches. The Bristol Irishwoman Linahan recalls banshees and keening, while Burns and Walter Scott meet in Edinburgh in a vivid Scots relationship. notable illustrations accompany impressions of Ballacmyle Jacquetta Bath and London mornings.
The April issue of Lend a Hand the journal of organized philanthropy lists contributions from Rev Edward E Hale editor Dr Hale sketches Mr Tangier's Vacations Charles F Wingate writes Practical Hints About Tenement Sanitation Annie Wales Abbot presents Barty the Little Vagabond plus three anonymous pieces on notable topics The publication aims to inspire charity among wealthy benefactors and acts as a missionary in philanthropy.
Readers learn of mild winter conditions in California with new potatoes and peas in abundance, almond trees blossoming in Alameda county, warm days advancing fruit buds, and early spring signals across crops and gardens including oranges strawberries and roses amid fine roads and green grass.
A Boston observer notes rising apartment houses altering the West End’s old streets and social life. He links apartment living to servant pressures, comparing old and new households, and cites Lowell Institute’s role in elevating public education and culture.
Bishop O'Reilly appoints Father James Boyle of Grafton as pastor of St. William's Church Ware. Father Moran, who resigned due to dissatisfaction, will retain the parsonage for life.
A critique argues that polite society suppresses healthy curiosity and favors cold formality in Boston. The speaker, Tavner, urges a return to the old Yankee inquisitiveness over current social silence.
Quips from The Philadelphia Press on civil service reform in New Orleans and a dredging machine, plus jests about European balance of power, omelets for warding off spirits, and amusing street scene vignettes. Also notes on toboggan opponents, a New Hampshire woods lost woman, and the last survivor of a steamboat voyage party at age 98.
The Albany Argus argues that Congress must promptly approve the appropriation so the administration can begin building a thorough coast defense system, noting it requires long study and rare skill. The call is for immediate action by Congress to avoid delay.
A New York World Democratic piece says Ridgleberger’s prominence is minimal and predicts the Republican edge in the next Senate will be even smaller, framing the subject as largely unimportant.
The New York Commercial Advertiser mocks Congress as deadened by intrigue saying it cannot enact tariffs or even discuss them, noting only a month remains before its demise. The quip reflects partisan tension and legislative stagnation in the era.
The Indian severalty bill marks an epoch in tribal history. It may break up the tribal system and aid progress, yet could invite white greed and vice among Indians. The outcome depends on administration, and supporters must stay active and vigilant.
The Philadelphia Times urges immediate high license reform as essential to curb prohibition pressures. It argues honest reform will reduce fervor for prohibition, while failure or half measures will empower liquor interests and political posturing.
The piece argues that skilled brain labor can command high pay when manual labor is scarce, noting Powderly and his talents as a hypothetical example. It suggests Knights would pay him according to his manual work earnings, not his nonmanual contributions.
The Philadelphia Press notes Secretary of the Treasury might be replaced by Assistant Secretary Fairchild, noting his standout talent in the executive service and expressing regret at any change in the department.
The Chicago Times notes Mr. Long, a Massachusetts senatorial candidate and Edmunds delegate, failed to gain pay or party rewards after backing Edmunds against Blaine at the 1884 Chicago convention. His breach of reform fidelity and loyalty leads to a crushing first defeat for compensation of party service.
The Philadelphia Record questions the future of labor when leaders align with Greenbackers and Protectionists and back journals promoting cheap money and high living costs. It argues hard money of full value and affordable living are the true foundation stones of prosperity for workers.
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