Amusement page items and theater listings in Boston Post
The Boston Post prints amusements and theatre listings from venues on Washington Street Tremont Street Scollay Square and surrounding areas. It notes shows such as A Trip to Chinatown Bettys Finish The Solicitor Adonis The Inspector the Weaker Sex Siberia Ship Ahoy Annie Pixley in 22 Second Floor and a Jerusalem Cyclorama on Tremont Street.
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Washington Street
Chinatown
iBoston Musroum
Tremont Street
Scollay Square
Betty
Gqconn ‘Theates
Dixey
Hollis Street
Mrs. Kendal
Monage Athen Adm
Howard Street
Siberia
Park Theares
Tremontt Theatre
Annie Pixley
Wcyclorama OF
Jerusalem
Yantic Sails to Clear Dangerous Wrecks Off Coast
The Navy Department plans ongoing work to remove sunken ships and derelicts from Sandy Hook to Charleston. A government vessel would more effectively clear navigation hazards than private efforts, with Absecon Light already hosting two wrecks and at least a dozen more shown on hydrographic charts. The Yantic mission should trigger a sustained coastal cleanup program.
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Sandy Hook
Charleston
Navy Department
Absecom Light
Looking Toward Municipal Reform by the People’s Municipal League
The People’s Municipal League of New York forms a permanent body to promote honest efficient and economical government. It aims to reform city campaigns and govern year round, despite past overdevelopment and missteps. If directed properly it could achieve substantial good in combating the spoils system and citizen indifference.
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People’s Municipal League of
New York
League
Oliver Sumner Jteall
Bill to require detailed election expense records
The proposed bill would compel political committees clubs and similar groups to appoint treasurers who keep full accounts of receipts and expenditures and file statements with the Secretary of State within four weeks after an election. It also requires candidates who spend over twenty dollars to disclose expenditures and applies to municipal and state elections.
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Dana
Committee On Election
Inequalities in the Districts and Gerrymander Debate
A passing remark on redivision of the State into congressional districts. The Boston Journal criticized the 1882 Republican gerrymander intended to limit Democratic seats. The Post argued unequal regional growth began to modify this imbalance and influenced outcomes.
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Boston Journal
Overturning Last November and Shifting District Growth
The Journal questions what last November’s overturn means, citing Districts 4 and 6 where population gaps widened from 1880 to 1890. Growth in Lope er’s and Third Districts reduced margins for incumbents, while Ninth District gains helped Andrew and Candler lose. Gerrymander effects fade as districts gain population and influence.
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Lope@er
Andrew
Candler
Street Railway Franchises and City Rights Discussion
Hearing before the Legislative Committee on Cities reviewed terms for street use by railways. Newton proposed city ownership and lease to private firms, others favored license fees or public auctions. Various cities already tax per car, per foot, or per gross receipts. auctions seen as problematic in Buffalo. A lease model and uniform system are favored for a practical, fair statute benefiting cities without excessive risk.
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Legislative Committee On Cities
Newton
New Orleans
New York
Baltimore
Buffalo
Chicago
Cincinnati
Cleveland
Milwaukee
Newark
Philadelphia
Union Railroad Company of
Providence
San Francisco
St. Louis
Boston
A February Tax Proposal Faces Tax Dodging Risk
A February tax plan would tax residents in the place they live during the first three weeks of February to curb tax dodging. Supporters call it laudable, but enforcement is hard as many are away on business. Critics blame citizens’ lax conscience and call current laws unjust while recognizing proportional taxation as proper.
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Representative Chance
Legislative Committee On Taxation
Washington
London
Observer
the Post
Harvard University
Taxation System Debates Responsibility and Reform
The passage defends practical taxation as imperfect but necessary, arguing no one should evade public burdens while acknowledging room for improvements. It warns against viewing taxes as oppressive tribute and stresses duty in funding government.
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Morocco
Signs of an Early Spring From Unusual Warm Spell
The article notes signs of an early spring after a harsh winter. It cites unusually high Atlantic temperatures from Georgia to New York, says a cyclonic storm did not cause the heat, and explains weak westerly anti trade winds as allowing springlike warmth. The Post congratulates readers and avoids recommending spring remedies.
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North River
Atlantic
Georgia
Titusville
Fla
Washington
New York
New York Herald
Tropics
Post
Lord Houghton Gift and the Portrait of a Dilettante Friend
The piece reviews Mr. Wyss Rei’s biography of Lord Houghton, noting his complex, often contradictory character. It highlights his political dabbling, literary talent, and exceptional gift for friendship, with a roster of Victorian peers and writers who valued him. Letters from Tennyson and Carlyle illustrate his sociable, affectionate connections.
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Wxmyss Rei
Lord Houchton
MonckTon Milnes
Matnxs
Hovaexrron
Mgr. Rep
Lord Hoveuron
Leo Hunter
Pure Strain
Lord Hovdon
Sydney Sorrn
Harrir Martineau
the Browninas
Carlyle
Tennyson
Arthur Hatta
Tuhackeeray
Dickens
Grorar
Exior
Lord Tennyson
Cambridge
Monckton Munnxs
Minnes
Munnzs
Lord Houghton
Remarkable hostess Lord Haverton praised as friend and host
A long tribute highlights Lord Haverton's generous nature and amiable character through letters from literary figures and acquaintances. Anecdotes reveal his cosmopolitan yet English temper, including a tale of ordering devilled mutton for satisfaction and a remark on his lasting friendship. The piece also notes sharp political quips from Bismarck and comments on Sunday newspaper debates in London.
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Lyle
Rero
Lord Haventon
Lord HoveHton
Boston
Lord Triny Son
Minnis
Forster
Notable Boston Citizen Samuel Cobb Remembered for Civic Service
In Boston a description of Samuel C Cobb highlights his dignity and geniality, leadership as president of the Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati, and a life marked by public spirit. His voyages broadened his outlook, while his private benevolence and modesty stood out. His memory reflects civic trust and character over formal education.
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Samuel C. Cobb
Massachusetts Society of the Cincinnati
Cobb
Bethlehem
N. G
Private Cow on the Boston Common Dreamed by Tavern er
The writer recalls Louis Philippe’s Boston connections with James Amblard and William B. Fowle and muses on express train dignity. He jokes about tethering a Jersey cow on the Common for fresh milk, cites Massachusetts bovine tuberculosis as reported, and signs as Tavern er.
The Weaker Sex at Hollis Street Theatre Delights
The Weaker Sex by Pinero receives lavish praise for its sane finish and poignant truth. Mrs. Kendal's Lady Vivash delivers a structurally bold performance, revealing maternal anguish and renunciation with rare beauty, while supporting roles and other actors add to a deeply moving dramatic experience.
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Mr. Pinero
Mrs. Kendall
Sylvia
Lady Vivash
Philip
Mrs. Kendal
Violet Vanbrugh
Lady Gillingham
Florence Cowell
Rhoda
Miss Campbell
Ayia
Barbed wire dispute ends without agreement in Cuiiaco
In Cuiiaco on February 19 barbed wire manufacturers and Washburn Moon patent monopoly representatives failed to reach a deal. Observers say obstacles arose at every turn and a renewed clash on previous terms is likely, with a possible next gathering in Pittsburgh.
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Cuiiaco
Washburn-Moon
Eilwood
Washburn & Moon
Pittsburg
Cambridge Concert With Zeisler and BSO Anew
The sixth Sanders Theatre concert of the season by the Boston Symphony Orchestra under Mr. Nikisch featured Mrs. Fanny Bloomfield Zeisler. Works included Cherubini Pianoforte Concerto in C minor, Bach Air from Suite No. 2 in D major, Saint-Saëns, and Brahms Symphony No. 2. Zeisler drew praise and critique for her Saint-Saëns piece, while Kneisel received favorable notice. The performance was praised for variety and excellence. Zeisler will be featured again March 19.
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Tremont Temple
Beach
Biological Laboratory
Hale
Cambridge
Sanders Theatre
Boston Symphony Orchestra
Nikisch
Fanny Bloomfield Zeisler
Anacreon
Cherubini
Saint-saëns
Paco
Kneisel
Brahms
Zeisler
Saint-Saénstin
Paris
Saint-Saéns
Meyerbeer
Puiu Hate
Dignitaries and figures voyage and literary gifts noted
The widow of Count Andrassy lends his letters to Prince Bis marck for memoir work while ex Empress Eugenie moves from Paris to San Remo. Empress Frederick and Princess Margaret tour Paris and depart for London. Carmencita plans a big city tour next season with an operetta company and specialists, plus a rest summer. Joel Chandler Harris receives a Brer Rabbit dinner set from fans. Stratford memorial custodians Miss Maria Chattaway dies, recalled for their Shakespeare relics and pious chats with visitors.
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Eugenie
Paris
San Remo
Frederick
Germany
Margaret
London
Carmencita
Joel Chandler Harris
Stratford-on-Avon
Maria Chattaway
Chattaway
Shakespeare
London Daily News
Stratford
Worker struck by train near Slater's Mills in Jewett City
Norwich Conn Feb 19 William West 31 single an employee in Slater's mills weavers room Jewett City was struck by a south bound Norwich Worcester railroad train and killed instantly His head was bound due to a sore neck and he is believed not to have heard the whistle.
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Norwich
Conn
William West
Slater’s Mills
Jewett City
Norwich & Worcester
Variety of 1891 chatter and campus quirks
A collage of light newspaper items from 1891 notes quips about copyright, Chicago's World Fair prospects, a London chess figure, a streetcar driver in dialogue, Meissonier art prices, Bismarck Museum plans, Newport rents rising ahead of season, and Methodist Church women voting on admission. Also a NYU Law School seating quarrel involving two women students and a Russian interloper, flagging tensions in coeducation.
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Somerville Journal
Chicago
Jack
Maud
Charles Bradlaugh
England
Webb
Carter
Meissonier
Napoleon
Arnould
Prince Bismarck
Schonhausen
Bismarck Museum
Hanover
Newport
General Conference
The
Methodist Episcopal Church
Methodist Episcopal
New York University School of Law
Law School
Boston University
Duty of Self-Discipline at St Pauls Lent Service
The Rev Dr Lindsay preached on self discipline from first Corinthians nine at St Pauls yesterday. He likened Grecian culture to modern times as education body and spirit growth require training. Conscience as Gods voice must rule all others and the spiritual nature rise through disciplined restraint.
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St. Paul’s
Lindsay
Paul
Greece
God
Essex County Churches Fellowship Meeting and Bequest
The Congregational churches of Beverly Danvers Hamilton Ipswich and nearby towns hold a Wenham Church fellowship meeting with Rev. T F Waters Rev Sherrod Soule Rev William E Strong and Rev Mr Pillsbury as speakers The Nevins Memorial Library receives a 20000 bequest from Mary A Nevins for books The Northwesterns new president Henry Wade Rogers is inaugurated at Northwestern University.
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Mr. Pillsbury
North Beverly
Henfield
Calvary Baptist Church
New England
Mary A. Nevins
Methuen
Nevins Memorial Library
Northwestern
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Copley Square
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Duc de
Centinel
Ben Russell
Drake
Louis Phillippe
James Amblard
Marshall and
Union Streets
William B. Fowle
Boston & Albany
Jersey
Alderney
Taverner
Massachusetts
New York Times
Suffolk
Middlesex
Lawrence
Count Andrassy
Essex County
Methuen Library
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