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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1886

Page

2

Senate finance panel splits over Pillsbury and Chase confirms

The piece argues Senator Jones of Nevada may back Pillsbury and Chase, opposing Blaine and Hale’s partisan Maine attack. It defends the two as capable officers, notes Hoar and Dawes stayed neutral, and blames a broader Republican power struggle led by Blaine and Frye for the fight. It also mocks the Journal’s postmaster blame game.

Pillsbury and Chase Senate Finance Committee Jones Nevada Pillsbury New England Maine Blaine Hale Willsbury Blane Chase and Garcelon Eugene Hale House of Representatives Frye Mr. Frye Blaine-Hale Pillsbury and Chase Hoar and Dawes Finance Committee Mr. Pillsbury Messrs Hoar Dawes Mr. Chase Interpal Revenue Miller James G. Blaine Eugene Hisle

Rabbits Rule Australia as England Tries to Solve Trade

The article laments rabbits dominating Australia after their 25 year spread from England to Melbourne. It notes rabbit overpopulation, costs of persecution, and proposes trade ideas with England to revive rabbit pie for the poor. It contrasts England’s shrinking rabbit supply with Australia’s booming bite of the pest and mentions prices and legislative responses.

Australia Rabbit England Melbourne New Zealand London Lord Malmsbury House of Lords Australis

Secretary Manning Advocates Tariff Reduction Letter

Secretary Manning writes to the speaker criticizing the tariff law and argues for tariff reductions. The letter is praised for its clear reasoning and is presented as revealing an administration belief in lowering tariff taxes.

Manning Morrison

Morri son and tariff mocked by the Record

The Record critiques Mr Morrison and the tariff, revealing its immaturity and a bold insolence tied to extreme youth and ignorance as it fails to grasp either subject.

Senator Norris Blocks Payment Bill then Seeks Rail Aid Amendment

Senator Norris dodged the weekly payment bill vote and followed with a railroads friendly amendment aimed at aiding his allies in the railroad sector.

Howes Norris Railroads

Memoir Snippets from Public Figures and Notables

A collage of brief notes about prominent people including Sam Smal and Sam Jones preaching in Chicago, W D Howells earning $1000 per article, and Rep Mills speaking at 215 words a minute. It covers Bellamy era references, Dolly Madison’s Senate invitation, and assorted Paris and Washington anecdotes with sharp, period voice.

W. D. Howells

American paintings in New York prize fund exhibit

A major collection of 145 oil paintings by American artists, shown in New York and West Coast cities, now on display at the Museum of Fine Arts. The prize fund of $10,000, raised by the Metropolitan Museum of Art and others, will be split among four top works. Notable pieces include Near the Coast by KR Swain Gifford and Jecrepurcule by Alexandr Harrison, with many other works by Chase, Inness, Moran, and S. W. Whitman.

New York Museum of Fine Arts Metropolitan Museum of Art Boston Museum of Fine Arts Louisville St. Louis Prze KR. Swain Gifford Metropolitan Musum of Art Alexandr Harrison North River Natioinal Academy Aro Iuport Meriis W. E. Norton F. A. Bruteman J. D. Smillie F. K. M. Beha G W.mtthe Charles Sprague Pearce Thome Allen J.J. Evneking Altrea Frederigka Hamilton Hamilton I D. Davison W.G. Bunce F. & Donebs J H. Culign George Inners M de KF. Bolmer J. G Brown K Vain Ellen H. Witt Generirwin Birge Harrison J. F. Murphy Leon Allen Bolmer Bridgman Causa Uarry Chase Cox Enveking Inness Irwin E Moran Norton Shurtlelf J. D. Smithe van Elten C. F. Pierce Calign Ames Ross Turner Salem Tts Mesrs Doll & Richards Winslow Homer Walter Gay

English MP Visits Boston Probation System

About eighteen months ago Mr E. Howard Vincent member of the English House of Commons for Sheffield visited Boston and examined the local probation system. Yesterday Probation Officer Savage received a letter from Mr Vincent noting that Boston is regarded with favor by our cousins across the water.

E. Howard Vincent Sheffield Boston Savage Vincet

Seventh illustrated lecture on European art at Tremont Temple

Mr siiney Dickinson presented the seventh in a series on the treasures of European art. The audience was larger than before, drawn by promised discussion of works in Southern Italy including Siena Orvieto and Rome. The talk focused on Michelangelo Raphael in the Sistine Chapel and the Vasari rooms. The lecturer's city analyses were noted as interesting and appreciated. The final lecture, Friday, will cover art in modern Italy.

Siiney Dickinson Tremont Temple Paly Siena Orvieto Ome Pne Porwern Italy

Opera Spason at Boston Theatres Draws Standing Room Crowds

The season features packed houses with standing room only. Victor continues to draw strong audiences at the Boston Theatre aided by De Jussac and a list of noted performers. Upcoming: Eva Diavolo Martha Bohemian Gul Mikado and more, plus recitals and factory-like variety at Chickering Hall and World’s Museum.

Boston Patti Nils Victor Bohemian Gul Hollis Street Washington Marian Spencer Chickering Hall World’s Museum Jobb A. Stevens Howard Apa W. UH. Sherwood Meiousen Mme Emma i Nevada Music Hall Nevada M Og Iguor Casa M. Lewita Siznor Ada Gray Bijou Keer Lyon Lydia Thompson Sidney Dickinson Notoera Staly Mila Patin Martin Venice

Questions on Tariffs Between States and Nations

A Boston correspondent questions the logic of protective tariffs by comparing inter state and international trade. He cites Professor Perry, ex Governor Hoyt, and Journal claims, asking why free trade applies across nations but not between states and how annexation or treaties would alter duties and peace. He notes riots linked to free trade and urges tariffs to preserve public order. February 16, Boston.

Boston Post Hoyt Willams College Perry England New York Canada Pennsylvania New Jersey Connecticut Massachusetts Vermont Journal Slic London Boston

Correspondents Press Delay in Mail Between Boston and New York

A Portsmouth New Hampshire reader criticizes the delay in forwarding mails between Boston and New York. He calls for accountability from W H Kizeiow and postmaster Tebey, arguing the railway mail service should have redirected or expedited correspondence during the crisis. He urges action by officials to demonstrate efficiency amid disruption.

The Boston Post New York Boston W.H. Kizeiow First New Hagland Tebey Bogelow New England H. C. Farquar Portsmouth N. H Philadelphia Goston Merchant Poruand

Fey Fe T4207 and Aan clash in tight race

Fey Fe T4207 and Aan are in a close contest on December 10 as local results trend toward a decisive finish. Analysts note rising support for Aan amid late campaigning, with observers eyeing turnout and district shifts.

Letter to the Editor on Postmaster Rivalry in Acton

James Tuttle of South Acton declares in a February 17 letter that Lorenzo Reed has lied about post office rents and arrangements. He recounts interactions with Reed, Hillis, Hayward, and Wheeler, defends his own stance, and notes a petition by villagers for Reed’s removal and Wheeler’s appointment.

Boston Post Sir L. E. Reed Lorenzo Reed Dana Hayward Mr. Reed Thomas Hillis Mayaued Reed Mr. Hayward Hillis Nave Hayward Wysel Edwin Tarbell Freeman West Acton Covcore Junction Hay Ward Rego Poe Ranford Wheeler Washingoo Messrs Hillis and Reed James Tuttle

Seorme E.S. Ha. Fourth Quarter Finishes With Narrow Margin

A terse report notes FR outcomes and weighted values across multiple fractions. It lists 18 events with timing marks 6.48 6.28 5.30 and mentions a 7 percent figure, hinting at a scoring or performance metric in a compact archival snippet.

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