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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1886

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Governor Robinson's bond sale sparks political clash and satire

The piece rails at Governor Robinson for selling state railroad bonds to favored buyers at a loss while opponents accuse him of improper motives. It notes bond resales to a controversial director, hints at Sage, and urges a public commission to oversee future state railroad holdings, with satirical digressions on fashion and society.

New York New England Robinson Massachusetts Commonwealth Evening Post of Evening Transcript Boston Boston Journal New York and New England Russell Sage Sage

Garland and Bell Patent Case Debate Over Attorney General

The article argues that the fiercest critics of the Attorney General defend the Bell Telephone case, noting no proof of wrongdoing by Garland who accepted stock for services. It cites precedents on disqualification, questions motives, and urges clearing doubts through resignation only if necessary to protect the administration.

Bell Telephone Company Garland Pan Electri¢ Telephone Company New York Star Evarts Star Rogers Warner Miller Wiliam A. Russell Ways and Means Rogerses Bell Patents

Dress Suits and Social Observance in Washington Debates

The article argues about prejudice against formal evening dress among Washington statesmen and questions the insistence on dress suits as social observance. It notes clamor over uniformity between guest and waiter and the enduring place of the swallow-tail coat amid occasional challenges. It suggests broader considerations may outweigh arguments for rigidity and monotony.

Washington

Gilbert Letter Spurs British Authors’ Copyright Grievance

London News and New York press alike condemn Mr William S Gilbert for a bitter personal letter about Harper Brothers copyright action. Harper sent a modest honorarium and samples of the American edition, which Gilbert rejected by sarcasm, questioning the generosity of publishers and risking Anglo American literary goodwill.

Edinburgh Mr. Howells Mr. Gilbert United States Messrs. Harper Messrs. Harpur

Governor Seymour Remembered As War Democrat Of Mixed Tone

The Cincinnati Commercial Gazette quotes a commentary praising Governor Seymour as a war Democrat with mixed loyalties. It notes he was generally pro United States but not aggressively so, and cites praise from Lincoln and Stanton as his highest accolade. The piece adds a defense against public slur by recalling harsher remarks Seymour had made about Lincoln and Grant.

Cleveland United States G. R New York Journal Washington Society Charity Soup House Sam Jones Cincinnati Commercial Gazette Mississippi River Seymour Lincoln Stanton Grant Sentinel Hancock Pelion Iland Buttermilk Channel Failin Genersl General Hancock Mr. Smith Uncle Sam Soliier Battery A Banecock Rhode Island Tlata Hancocx Mr. Jones Fie Hamcock Efred

Quips and Odds From the Era on Post, Pudding, and Puzzles

A collage of humorous notes and captions spans postal delays, Job metaphors, local politics, and social witticisms. Items mention Boston and New York mail, Minnesota weather, Berlin misery, education gaps in Pennsylvania, and markets in Louisville. Also references to Faust the dog, a Paris circus woman, a rising Northwest, and Heber Newton’s sermon quip about Jesus and Christians.

Faust England St. Louis Mephistopheles Paris Rusta America Alice Gates Minneapolis St. Paul Northwest Minneapolis Tribune

Threads of silver appear in Hyperion locks and other society notes

A wide array of brief items surveys contemporary society and politics. Edwin Booth linked to threads of fate, Long hints at kin marriage this spring, and Italy’s royal circles share public army steps. Robed elites, marriages, retirements, and a social portrait populate the pages.

Edwin Booth Congressman Long

Bohemian Girl Delights Boston Theatre Audience

The Opera Season opens with Balfe’s Bohemian Girl praised for a strong cast, chorus, and orchestra. Miss De Lassan as Fanchette wows the crowd, while Victor the Blue Stocking returns tonight with large expected turnout. Denman Thompson begins a Boston Theatre engagement Monday, with Lothian conducting a benefit March 1 for Margaret Mather’s first appearance and Tobin’s Honeymoon casting.

Balfe Boston Victor Miss de Lassan Fanchette Misa de Lursan Paris Denman Thompson Boston Theatre Joshua White Mr Nepier Lothian phaf @orchestre Margaret Mallather Miss Mather Juliana Tobin Mr. Lothian Rolando

Death of Randolph Caldecott English Illustrator

Randolph Caldecott, famed English illustrator born 1846 in Chester, died in St Augustine Fra. Prominent for humorous book illustrations and designs for the Daily Graphic and Christmas books. His work spanned wood carvings and decorative pieces shown at Grosvenor Gallery and in metal and plaster.

St. Augustine Fra Randolph Caldecott Chester Ing Asa Slade Art School Daily Graphic Vienna Niueh Illustrated Press Washington Rving Bracebridge Jobs Gilpin Jack Heelo Contyas Caer North Kelian Fook Bleekburn Breran Alsup

War editors persevere amid rebellion in wartime notes

One by one gallant captains of the rebellion pass away yet the mighty war editors of the M. Haltead variety remain determined to publish and oppose the rebellion with steadfast resolve.

Chicago M. Haltead

Representative Haynes and Hancock Anecdotes From Washington

Special correspondence from Washington notes John Findlay's silver question speech stirs Maryland politics and hints at a shift away from Senator Gorman. It highlights Representative Haynes of New Hampshire praising Porter bill testimony and recalls General Hancock's humorous, disciplinary army anecdotes and a lighter view of Civil War memories.

Representative Haynes New Hampshire General Hancock Bionde Baltimore City Mr. Findlay Maryland Findlay Congress Lince Gorman Commonwealth Daniel Eternal Fates Maryluna Haynes Fiadlay Congress Fitz John Porter Porter Mr. Haynes New England Reaper Sickle Keen Couglas McClellan Seymour Greeley Hancock Tilden Fort Leavenworth A. J. Smith Smith

Glasgow speech hails shipbuilders and steam progress

Consul Underwood addressed a Glasgow gathering praising local shipbuilding and Clyde engineers. He highlighted self reliance, industrial triumphs, and the spread of steam power from James Watt to modern engines, noting US rivals and the global reach of commerce and Christian civilization. He urged unity and progress toward peace through improved navigation and ideas.

Glasgow James Wait Clyde Ion William Thompson Kiruria America Pucuna United States New York Boston Jess Chipa Nigar Congo

Literary Notes and New Books in Brief

A survey of current publishing and music items from the capital era. W H Biebeeck studies Song Games and Myth Dramas at Washington for March in Littell’s. George P Upton’s Woman in Music in press. New editions, music titles, and letters from Lord Beaconsfield among forthcoming volumes.

Washington Lippicott National Capital W.H. Biebeeck Aessra. A Messrs. O Ditson & Co Heldsibery C. Cowen Merry Skater Hinaford Waon Toseing Louis F. Weston J. W. Witten Captain of the Guard Maren Max Navarro Flurper & Bros Jeters Lord Besco Messrs. N. Libbal& Sons New York Sierra Ma‘tre John G. Bourke Espain Third Cavalry C. A. Abbott Messrs. Harper & Brog London Messrs. Sampson, Low & Co

Edgerly Named President of Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance

The Washington Post notes M V B Edgerly former Democratic governor candidate for New Hampshire named president of Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company. It recalls Haile as Edgerly’s rival who bought nomination and election, leading to bankruptcy and criticism of Republican party brainpower.

Washington Post M.V. B. Edgerly New Hampshire Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company New England Stidgeriy Haile Republican Party

Hancock death and Tilden birthday noted in Chicago

On the day after General Hancock's death Samuel J. Tilden marked his seventy second birthday. In 1980 supporters argued Hancock might be the choice over Tilden if nominated. Speculation on death remains uncertain.

Chicago News General Hancock Samuel J. Tilden Mr. Tilden Tilden Sage of Greystone

Mikado Case Nearing Arrest Writ in Circuit Court

In the United States Circuit Court the Mikado case advanced as counsel for D'Ost Carte sought a writ of arrest against Frank H. Evans of Boston for alleged contempt of Judge Nelsons restraining order prohibiting sale or publication of Vocal Gems from the Mikado. Evans denied the violation and the case was continued with bail set at $50.

United States D’osty Carte Frank HH. Evana Boston Nelson Evans

Lasell Seminary Admits All Applicants This Year

Many applications are received for Lasell Seminary Auburndal and the school announces no more pupils can be received this year for patrons. Next year engagements are double those of the corresponding date last year, when many were turned away for lack of room, so applicants should arrange accordingly.

Lasell Seminary Auburndal

Washington's Birthday Celebration at Old South Meeting House

Washington's birthday is set for February 22 at 11 o clock in the forenoon at the Old South Meeting House. Mayo O'Brien will preside and Dr. William Everett will deliver an address. A chorus of girls will provide music.

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Station on Causeway street opposite Friend street

Trains depart from the Causeway street station opposite Friend street. The notice lists schedule details and routing information for service to nearby destinations.

Causeway Street Friend Street Buston

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