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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1890
Page
5
In New England and among Republicans tension rises over tariff plans for wool and sugar. Major McKinley’s illness slows action as schedules are drafted and simplified. House Republicans weigh a 20 to 25 percent sugar cut while sugar-growing state reps resist any major reductions, risking a party split.
Congressman Candler will deliver the opening and closing speeches on the World's Fair bill. He has worked hard on details and listening to advocates, and plans to speak with full mastery of the subject. He notes a unanimous committee report and will allocate speaking time to both supporters and opponents.
The wool growers denounce Secretary Wallace and Congressman Sanford over a tariff provision that exempts carpet wools under 135 cents per pound from sorting. They warn this could encourage large imports of fine wool for clothing, oppose restrictions only on low grade wools, and demand an outright import ban. Manufacturers call the growers’ stance childish and say it fuels a push for free carpet wool.
Democrats balk at appointing thirty new medical examiners without Civil Service review. A House vote saw Massachusetts Republicans present vote for the bill as written, while Democrats from Georgia Tennessee and Albany protested. Only one Massachusetts Democrat opposed. no Republican opposed the proposition.
Congressman Walker will recommend Alvin W. Gilbert for North Brookfield postmaster after reviewing a second petition showing support for appointment at the current incumbent’s term end. Signers include town committee members, E. & A. H. Battler firm, and local business leaders. The petition argues Gilbert, deputy to George C. Lincoln, has improved office operations and that Lincoln’s age justifies transition.
Secretary Windom will accept 4 per cent bonds at 124 from public funds held in banks. Today eleven offers totaled 1.406 million, bringing the second deposit call to 4.641 million. About 1 million more may arrive tomorrow. after March 1, bank funds likely under 30 million, with Windom aiming to leave 18 to 20 million for convenience of officers, enabling another deposits call to trim toward that target.
The House agriculture committee began hearings on Conger and Butterworth bills to regulate compound lard production and sale and to levy taxes collected by the Internal Revenue Bureau. W W Kimball of Boston presented figures on the past year’s adulterated lard trade. Alexander Wedderburn spoke for the National Grange Patrons of Husbandry. several others testified for and against the measure.
The British minister can accept Senate amendments to the extradition treaty and ratifications will be exchanged in London. The pact goes into effect ten days after publication and should be in full operation by April 1. Canada will not participate in ratification but the treaty will take effect there when proclaimed by Britain.
Congressman Andrew presented the remonstrance of New England Brewers Association members and others against raising hops duty from 8 to 20 cents. The signers include Reuter & Co H J Pfaff John Roessle Van Nostrand Co Suffolk Brewing Co Frank Jones Brewing Co Boston Beer Co and many others.
Congressman Morse informs Bridgewater GOP town committee that he wants the postmaster contest settled by a Republican caucus under their direction. He is willing to accept and recommend the caucus nominee.
The Senate confirmed Massachusetts postmasters J. B. Turner of Newtonville A. F. Clarke of Rockport and Abraham Marland of Andover, marking appointments to federal postal positions in the state.
The Paint and Clay Club announces its ninth annual exhibition at the Boston Art Club on Dartmouth Street, opening Monday Feb 24 with a reception for members, friends, and press. Tickets were issued at the Feb last evening’s Washington Street meeting. The gallery will be open to the public through March 8.
A compact reference for Boston residents and visitors. The Compass Guide February to April offers complete street railway routes with travel times between major points, plus cab and telegraph services, tire alarm, messenger service, railway timetables by town, and lists of express companies churches banks public halls hotels and more. It is a valuable buy to simplify city navigation.
The St Botolph Musical Society of South End has elected officers led by President Richard H Herrick and Vice President Arthur W Winslow. Secretary Will Condon and Treasurer Bert C Dunning also named. Directors include Joseph Merrill Henry Davis Harry Hilton Paul Lauton J Otis Webster and Henry Seymore.
Members of the Naval Battalion are requested to assemble at the Lancers armory on Bullfinch Street Friday February 28 at 8 pm for inspection by the inspector-general's department.
Cammack's brokers pushed Chicago Burlington and Quincy stock to 10314, closing at 104, down 2 percent, with a 24 percent daily net loss. Rock Island remained weak as broad selling weighed the market though late trading showed a half percent recovery. St Paul held firm and coalers showed strength. Water Power reorganization plans persist. Jersey Central praised by directors. Chicago & Eastern Illinois deal advances. Burlington reports 1889 suburban traffic rise. Atchison earnings surge, voting trust debate rises. May wheat and corn futures rally while grain receipts in Chicago rise sharply for the week ending Feb 18. bear sentiment dominates Wall Street.
Readers are presented with arguments on shortening work hours, noting fears of wage decline and money’s purchasing power. The piece endorses Paine’s Celery Compound as a cure for nerve weakness, sleeplessness, and general vitality, claiming pure science and notable testimonials.
An 16mo gilt top volume titled American Whist Illustrated Volume III features religious leaders compiled by Rev. William Brerforce Nerwton. Published as a compact wartime era reference priced at $1.25, this edition highlights profiles and insights from contemporary religious authorities.
A suburban example of library access with a roomy hall, plants, periodicals, and free Thursday lectures. Tonight features the tenth talk of the third winter by Rev. Willam H. Lyon on James Fenimore Cooper.
The notice lists bound volumes for 1889 including Babyland at 74 cents The Pansy at 1.25 Our Little Men and Women at 1.25 The Wide Awake two volumes at 1.50 each AEVd subscriptions for L and So Babyland 50 cents The Pansy 31.00 Our Little Men and Women 1.00 Wide Awake 32.40 This ad shows prices and availability in libraries for children’s periodicals.
Advert provides Fiersford's Acid Phosphate as a remedy for wakefulness hysteria and other nervous system diseases. Claims stimulant and restorative effects. Notes preparation suitable for general use and private consumption. Manufacturer details not provided in readable text.
In a set of terse notices, Leavitt Moulton and Nellie A Moulton unite at Grace Church in Boston with Rev W S Haven officiating. John Callender Livingston wed Louise Lawler at St Georges in Berlin by English chaplain Rev R B Earie. George H Sherman of Milford marries Luella Metcalf of Wrentham in Franklin with Rev George E Lovejoy presiding.
UCH coffee available at S Park's Hotel on Bosworth Street invites a journey for breakfast or after dinner. The note highlights a cafe option in a historic urban setting.
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