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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1889
Page
4
Boston dispatch reports that France faces delays in forming a new ministry. Moderate Republicans resist responsibility while Radicals are unlikely to lead. President Carnot may prefer a Senate dominated cabinet, avoiding anger in the lower house and pressing for cautious, respectable mediocrity.
The State House hearing exposed divisions over the publication of Province laws. Ex-Governor Claflin urged state expenditure defense, while scholars and jurists appealed for proper judicial review, and critics lamented the selection of an uninformed committee for the matter.
A committee’s report on the Albany Assembly chamber ceiling accuses gross overcharges. It states $270,150 requested versus a liberal $165,000 estimate, notes repeated specification violations and unsatisfactory work, and questions where a $105,150 difference has gone.
A committee notes no professional names on plans and papers, entrusting the project to an inexperienced superintendent. The superintendent allegedly allowed contractor violations, while the committee’s inexperience is highlighted as its own fault. The New York Evening Post comments on shifting blame.
A fragment notes that explanations may shed light on the ease with which public work is performed and suggests that the committee shares responsibility as much as an individual. The text implies inquiries into accountability and collaborative effort.
The piece denounces General Harrison’s cabinet selections as partisan Blaine favoritism aiming to control policy. It pledges hope for a stronger, more independent lineup and criticizes names for Secretary of State Blaine links, Treasury Waxpom, Postmaster General Wanamaker, and others. It urges better choices to safeguard national credit and public integrity. It also urges improved Boston to Cunard line service amid New York dominance and calls for local port growth.
The sailing era advances with six new ultra swift liners on order. Hamburg America adds palace ships to rival Norddeutscher Lloyd and the French line, expanding the luxury standard. Critics debate whether hotel style sea travel replaces the traditional ocean voyage as enterprises push for speed.
The Oklahoma bill, unoccupied Indian Territory opened with Indian consent and compensation, awaits Senate action on two reports. Most Indians have consented. cattle interests oppose. The measure aims to offer homes to settlers while protecting tribal rights, seeking swift Senate passage with minimal delay.
The article argues Judge Epperton overstepped propriety in criticizing President Cleveland after his removal from the civil service commission. It condemns the diatribe as inappropriate and states the President’s action stands as a wise step, urging restraint and respect for office.
The piece surveys party nominations and reforms, praising Windom while criticizing Edgerton, and notes battles over ballot reform, Foraker in Ohio, Mugwump definitions, and alleged election fraud. It highlights Arkansas politics with Pulaski county resignations and a Clayton murder probe, plus fusion talk between Prohibition and Union Labor movements.
The piece debates Judge Edgerton's removal and President Cleveland's choice, critiques a public letter’s venom, and praises Dr. Hare's lectures on city government. It cites Florida heath and Boston weather, noting Dr. Hart's remarks amid winter climate contrasts.
A Boston observer notes a four by three foot folio titled Antophonarium with vellum leaves and illuminated initials in a Washington street window. The piece evokes medieval devotion pages and a sense of scholarly danger from heresy as it sits beside modern life.
Justin Jones, longtime Boston editor and Brookline resident, died in Cromwell Conn at 74. Born Oct 4 1814 in Brunswick Maine, he worked as printer and writer in Boston Hartford Greenfield and Cleveland. A prolific author under Harry Hazel, he later settled in Brookline and served on the Democratic town committee for two decades. He leaves a widow and five sons and two daughters including Charles J. Jones of the New York Times.
Personal notes report Mr. Gladstone departed Cannes for London while Rev. Henry W. Foote’s condition remained unchanged. Minister Phelps plans to stay in Washington with Mrs. Phelps until after inauguration as Bishop Bedell’s illness continues. Lord Hopetoun discovers the hidden Mazarin Bible copy, valued by collectors. The Ensign, a new Baptist paper, debuts with praise for Rev. Dr. W. T. Chase and his future influence.
The Handel and Haydn Society presents Verdi Requiem and Mendelssohn Hear My Prayer at Music Hall next Sunday evening. A 500 strong chorus, 70 piece orchestra, and soloists Miss Elizabeth C Hamlin Miss Clara Poole Mr Albert Lester King and Mr G Gampanami will perform. A large audience and premium seats are anticipated.
A collage of brief notes from American newspapers and readers includes humor about papers, politics, and literary tastes. Highlights mention John L. Sullivan as aspiring editor in New York, Hawthorne admirers in Augusta, and the Chicago Tribune teasing Hannibal Hamlin’s nomination.
Mme Albani, hailed as perhaps the greatest living prima donna, set for her first Boston appearance March 4 on a farewell American tour. She performs with a London-acclaimed company under Signor Bevignani. second and last show is March 7. Also a pianoforte recital by Otto Bendix with Brahms remarks by Louis C Elson at Bumstead Hall next Tuesday.
The Atlanta Constitution notes Grover Cleveland’s dominance, risking tension with his party. It predicts growth for the party over four years and suggests Cleveland may need to align with the base to remain effective.
Reassuring dispatches report Klein the American correspondent arriving in San Francisco after being charged by Germany with leading an attack. Also German Consul Knapp and Samoan adviser Brandeis have been ordered home, easing tensions and suggesting rapid settlement of affairs.
The Washington Post editorial argues Mr James G Blaine has numerous foolish supporters forecasting the new administration's foreign policy should he become head of the State Department. It blames his followers not Blaine for this misjudgment.
A Boston Transcript letter attacks Judge Edgerton as hostile to civil service reform. It accuses him of spoilsman tendencies and cites his Maine Democrat staffing claims as echoing earlier Democratic proscription. The piece ends by labeling Edgerton as contemplating murder by self harm.
The Times notes the broad drive within the party from Blaine to regional Black selectors, as many active members chase offices and inflame competition in states unlikely to vote Republican, leaving the President-elect wary of any fuel to fame.
Lowell Courier discusses Abner Goodell and Miss Flor ence Adams case at McLean asylum. It defends Dr Folsom and Dr Cowles and warns against sensationalism. The piece urges careful reform of libel law while maintaining accountability for newspapers.
Bank officers minstrels hosted a social at Parker House with seventy five attendees led by E H Lowell. Pharmacist Society dinner at Young’s drew thirty members with F H Butler of Lowell as guest and discussion of a pending pharmacy bill before the Legislature.
The Boston Chess Club invites Harvard Chess and Whist Club players to a series of simultaneous games against Prentiss Cummings of Boston. Harvard delegation includes H Webster Gr R D Brown L W Chamberlin O Everett H A Davis F M Brown and F W Nicolls. Amherst freshmen challenge Harvard for two games next spring at Amherst and Cambridge. Yale has not yet replied. a date for that game should be set first.
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