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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1886

Page

2

Boston Bast Poll Tax Vote Moves to Approval

The Massachusetts poll tax question advances in the legislature with strong cross party support. Democrats vote as a bloc for the measure, Republicans largely align in its favor, and supporters call it simple justice. Critics warn of executive control shifts but proponents stress public will and election integrity.

Massachusetts Agricultural College report questioned as to value

The Massachusetts Agricultural College trustees report shows 23 years of operation with campus upgrades and student aid but questions whether the school delivers practical benefits in agriculture. It calls for an independent investigation to determine its impact on Massachusetts farming and its charter demands.

Massachusetts Agricultural College Massachusetts Agricultural College United States Lou Hurst Shorter Female College Rome Hingham of Kon John D. Long Agnes Peirce Peirce Joseph Peirce Attleboro Allison Iowa

Solicitors General in Massachusetts Reform Proposal

The secretary of the Law and Order League seeks a hearing on replacing district attorneys with a governor appointed solicitor general and assistants. The plan includes jury reorganization and possible judiciary changes, with Dudley presenting sweeping reforms and criticizing the system as the cause of inept officials. The piece contrasts Dudley and Stevens, noting Dudley’s testimony implies widespread corruption under the current system.

Law and Order League Judiciary Committee Dudley Stevens League Mr. Dudley Massachusetts

Great Britain and the U S Fisheries Trade Dispute

The passage laments British aiding of friendly disguise, harming American fisheries and commerce. It cites destroyed carrying trade, ruined shipbuilding, and oppressed fisheries as measurable losses. It argues Britain profits from our markets while Americans suffer, urging Congress to awaken to merchant marine and fisheries needs.

Great Britain Congress

North Adams Transcript unveils eight page format shift

The North Adams Transcript appears in a new eight page, forty eight column form with a refined print. The paper pledges to keep its Republican convictions and character, praising past wisdom and heroism while expressing regret over not reforming fully and immediately.

North Adams Transcript

Williams College Alumni Plan Topeka Reunion

Williams College graduates are spread nationwide and worldwide due to long standing mission work. Kansas alumni plan a Topeka reunion during the National Educational Association session July 13 16 with Senator Ingalls as president and Professor J H Canfield of Lawrence as secretary.

Williams Kansas Topeka Sumemer National Educational Association Ingalls State Association J. H. Canfield Lawrence

All sorts of chatter from the press end notes

A collage of snappy quips and social observations from Chicago and Minneapolis columns. The piece weaves politics, fashion, science, manners, and curiosities with brief jabs at Congress, forestry, electricity, and gossip about public figures. The mood is wry and breezy.

Park House Founded on Bosworth Street in 1842

The Park House on Bosworth Street was established in 1842 on the site of the present post office.

Notable 1880s Gleanings Include Polygamy Hunt and Society Notes

The item surveys figures from politics and culture, noting George Q. Cannon sought for polygamy, Talcott Williams visiting Boston, and General Bragg's fence over Sawyer’s seat. It mentions Horatio Seymour's grave condition, Miss Blanche Willis Howard abroad writing a novel, and Captain Lane commanding Maine’s G A R department. It closes with Laura Don's death and career overview.

George Q. Cannon Congress Utah Talcott Williams Philadelphia Press Boston General Bragg Wiconsin Senator Sawyer Ammen Horatio Seymour Roscoe Conkling Utica T. S. West Philadelphia Treasury California Oregon Alaska Wisconsin Rosecrans Blanche Willis Howard Bangor Smith Wiscasset Stuttgart Germany Howard Samuel W. Lane Augusta Department of Maine Mains Senate General Grant Fred Grant Jese Grant

Swann Pictures Sale Opens at Leonard's Gallery

The sale of paintings from the late ex governor Swann of Maryland opened at Leonard's gallery with strong attendance. Many works sold cheaply, including a Zucchero at 200 dollars and a Jan Wynunis at 78.50. Today's auction promises more valuable items and rare bargains.

Swann Maryland Leonard Zucchero Jan Wynunis Duke of Marlborough Morland Coyp van de Velee Marine Benjamin West Teniers Tme

Queen's Majesty Portrait Drawn By Dublin Correspondent

A Dublin Freeman's Journal writer mocks the divinity of the queen describing her as miserable and tired looking. The scene on the throne shows Lord Salisbury adrift in robes as he gawks around the House. The Queen silences him with a sharp rap and smiles as Commons threaten action. The Prince of Wales in royal dress resembles Henry VIII.

London Dublin Freeman’s Journal Tims Greville Lord Salisbury Prince of Wales Henry VIII

Fifth annual Paint and Clay Club show features diverse local art

The fifth annual Paint and Clay Club exhibition at Williams and Everett Galleries showcases about forty members with thirty-three exhibitors and seventy works. It highlights strong individuality, varied subjects, and notable canvases from Boston and local artists, including Carlson, Haesam, Waterman, Strain, Edwards, Garrett, French, and Atwood in sculpture and caricature.

Messrs. Williams & Everett Boston Carlsen Carlson Haesam Art Club Marcus Waterman Marcos Waterman Strain George W. Edwards Garrett D.C. French Mr. Atwood Alona

Portraiture Exhibit Showcases Notable Boston Artists

An ailing review highlights several portraits and landscapes on display. Vonnah, Vinton, Caliga, Sandham, and others are praised for technical skill and character, with strong notices for Hogfish, May landscape, and a refined Moonrise Among Shipping. The writing notes both successes and faults across various painters.

Vonnah Mr. Vinton Mr.Caliga Caliga Cangn Burse Province Court Barse E. Boyd Smith Sandhim Elwell H. Winthrop Pierce May Louis G. Mason H. O. Walker Gangengiyi J. W. Selinger Kuneking Mr. Brown C. H. Davis J. &,. Johnston Allen Ordway Vinton Hassam Garrett Cole J. B. Johnston C. F. Pierce Pierce Thomas Allen Berkshire Johnston

Safe Breakers On Trial In Superior Court Case

The trial of alleged safe breakers began in the Superior Criminal Court with James McDonald Thomas Connors and Charles B Carpenter arraigned on burglary charges Judge Staples presiding. Prosecution led by M O Adams and defense by Thomas Riley the case links to robberies at L H Rhodes & bro and Luther B Wiggin. Witnesses testifying include L G Rhodes who described rear entrance and a 700 dollar cash haul plus 100 in silver and evidence left by the burglars. The trial continues today.

Superior Criminal Court James McDonald Thomas Connors Charles B. Carpenter Staples L. H. Rhodes & Bro Tremont Stree Luther B. Wiggin Harrison Avenue Luke B. Noyes Concord Washington Streets M.O. Adams Thomas Riley L. G. Rhodes Lucas Street McDonald William A. Duncklee Dennis Murphy Fremont and Appieton Streets Jamu B. Chick Duncklee James E. Sargent Connors Rhodes & Bro Genge D. Achorn Troma J. Kelliber Burch Carpenter Richard E. Hersom

Dunivith Pays $300 For First Local Baby

A distant expectant mother traveled about 200 miles to Dunivith in a fast deal that netted her $300 and a town lot for being the first baby born within town limits. She completed the transaction in under 48 hours.

Dakota Dunivith

Senatorial Beverage Causes Senate to Yawn

In a satirical note from Chicago Herald the piece mocks a Washington trend of Yum-Yum tea at high society events. It contrasts the reaction of sedate Senators fond of cold tea with reverent worshipers of Mum-Mum water after being impressed by the President.

Lloutsville

Shore Line Fast Express Timetable Fragments 1865

Fragmentary 1865 timetable lists multiple routes and fares for Shore Line Fast Express and associated lines. Includes departures and returns from New York, Providence, Attleboro, Boston area stations, and various intermediate stops with times and prices, noting Sunday and holiday variations.

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Train Schedules and Connections to New York Central

Fragmented OCR lists daily express runs and Pullman sleeping car services from New York to Chicago and beyond, including Syracuse, Troy, Albany, and Worcester region stops. The dense timetable mentions connections via the Boston and Albany line, Waverly, and Ware River crossings, with numerous time entries and complex routing.

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