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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1891
Page
4
The Boston Post questions whether the fatal New York railway accident could have been prevented and assigns culpability to the policy that refuses to remove car stoves. It notes that despite safety legislation, the deadly heating source contributed to a longer list of dead and injured.
The New York Times prints letters from Southern and Western Democrats opposing free coinage of silver. Congressman-elect Harter of Ohio, elected to replace Grosvenor, says Ohio Democrats will largely unite for a sound dollar worth 100 cents. He notes large mail indicating voters oppose the Senate bill as selling out the Democratic birthright for a poor pottage. The article suggests the new Congress will learn that the people want sound money, not cheap money.
A New York Times correspondent reports Cleveland’s overhead system as a disheartening failure with wires everywhere, no clear time savings, and frequent outages. Storms have shown traffic can be tied up, and even pleasant weather brings delays. casualties under electric operation exceed ten years of horse-car service.
A secret caucus among Republican lawmakers reflected the dilemma over proceeding with state redistricting. Local statesman Mr. Olmstead argued that principle prevented aligning with Democrats, shaping the debate on the political process and party lines.
The House caucus debated a fair division of districts with some members opposing postponement for political profit. No action was taken, leaving the outcome uncertain between Speaker Oumstead's principle and rival ideas. Critics warn obstruction could hurt the party more than losing Congressmen.
The Hon. William Lawrence ex Congress member and Ohio Wool Growers president writes a lengthy letter to the Boston Journal of Commerce criticizing Eastern wool buyers for seeking relief from the prohibitive tariff. He accuses them of plotting to ruin farmers to aid New England manufacturers and threatens retaliation if protection is removed. The piece notes Lawrence shifts between despair at protecting policy and boasting of Ohio farmers’ power, while contrasting his views with calls for tariff abolition and reform to curb political corruption.
A Supreme Court associate justice underscored the need to end tax qualification for suffrage as a related political dispute unfolded in Lawrence. The case involved a local committee delivering funds to the city clerk to cover poll taxes for designated voters, challenging the legality of the disputed registry.
A draft bill by R H Dana would require publication of campaign expenses, viewed as a strong, nonpartisan measure to ensure honest elections. It argues that transparent spending reduces bribery and blackmail, aids both rich and poor candidates, and would not provoke broad party opposition, though minor edits may be needed.
The Canada contest grows acrimonious with accusations of veiled treason by Sir John MacDonald and allies. The Globe and Farrer's alleged pamphlet are scrutinized, while Conservatives doubt increased majorities in Quebec and Ontario. A London rumor links the Prince of Wales to Ireland’s industries. Ice harvest reports and tributes to General Sherman close the item.
A reader to the Boston Post disputes O. W. L. s claim about cedar birds. He cites an eminent ornithologist stating red wax-like wing appendages appear on young birds before fledging, arguing they do not indicate age. TROCHILA
The text presents a religious collect appealing to Almighty God for aid in trials and protection from evil thoughts. Attributed to T. W. Paksons, it asks divine help to strengthen the frame and guard the immortal part against harm.
Mrs Bernard Whitman will deliver an illustrated talk on Brazilian Life at the South Congregational Vestry Newbury corner of Exeter Street on Monday evening. The event benefits the All Souls Branch Alliance.
A Boston letter notes obstructive women at two crossings near Temple Place and West Street hindering pedestrians. It recounts rugs market changes, antique value shifts, and a reflection on Oriental trade. The piece recalls To Day journal and Charles Hale, plus a tale on Boston versus New York business culture through beard and age.
The article previews Kendal and Thompson engagements at Hollis Street Globe Theatre and Tremont, with further notes on Kate at Tremont and Bernhardt tickets. It covers George Barrett and Pitou productions, Park Theatre benefits, and Ibsen and Sardou rumors shaping upcoming drama in New York and London.
A roundup of forthcoming volumes and serials from major publishers. Bret Harte’s Riverside Press release promises A Sappho of Green Springs and other tales. Peabody nears 80 with King’s Chapel Sermons due from Houghton Mifflin. Hardy to publish Wessex Folk in Harper’s Magazine. G P Putnam’s will issue a special Darro edition of Irving’s Alhambra with Moorish ornamentation and photogravures. Whitman featured in Lippincott’s March with Old Age Echoes and related memoranda. Lucy Larcom’s As It Is in Heaven from Houghton Mifflin for Easter reflections. Russell writes Master Rockfellars Voyage. Whittaker to publish March timetable with Gordon Rowne illustrations. Roche’s Life of John Boyle O’Reilly to appear with complete poems and speeches, edited by Mrs. O’Reilly, with Cardinal Gibbons introducing. Cassell & Co. to publish. O’Reilly memorial noted. Governor Russell’s reception slated for Washington’s Birthday holiday observe Monday at the Executive Chamber 11 am to 1 pm. Public invited.
A collage of quotations on doctors, politics, trains, gossip, and social trends. It notes two physicians discussing coercion of a Michigan tramp, a German Emperor’s temper linked to smoke, and humor about umbrellas, trains, and lent items. It also references Niagara Falls, street cleaning debates, cremation society activity, Detroit bridge rivalry, and Cincinnati surgery using a skull-cap operation on a four year old.
A Brookline special town meeting chose Captain R. G. F. Candage as moderator and authorized borrowing up to 300000 to cover current town expenses for 1891. A motion to increase the Board of Selectmen to seven was rejected, with a near-unanimous vote supporting the present number. The Brookline Club will disband due to falling membership and a lease expiration. furniture was sold to members.
Commissioned Davie M. Crotty first lieutenant Company D Ninth Infantry to replace McCormack resigned. John B. Carey Jr promoted to second lieutenant Company D Ninth Infantry. Wilmot A. Mace promoted to second lieutenant Company F Eighth Infantry. Hale resigned and Dobbins becomes paymaster Ninth Infantry. Hill discharged from Captain Company K Sixth Infantry. First Lieutenant H. A. Moulton moves from Company I Second Infantry. Chaplain James W. Carney resigns from Second Infantry.
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