Prince of Wales Holds First Levee of the Season
The Prince of Wales held his first levee of the season yesterday afternoon. Dr. Burden was weaker last night and death seemed near. Lord Tennyson suffers a severe influenza attack at Farringford. Mme. Sarah Bernhardt plans to perform in London in March and Joan of Arc in her new role. Miss Annie Pixley had a hysteria attack at the Arch Street Theatre causing an early dismissal.
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Gladstone
Prince of Wales
Rathbone
Paris
Washington
J. Ryland Kendrick
Vassar College
Kendrick
Lord Tennyson
Farringford
Freshwater
Isle of Wight
Marion Manola
Sarah Bernhardt
London
Joan of Arc
Annie Pixley
Patti
Lewiston Journal
Castle of St. Angelo
Nicholas V
Tiber
Glummery
Jcklesby
Mr. Toole
Henry Irving
Bancroft
Laugter
Niffer
Nipur
Bel
Great Temple Library
W. S. Gilbert
Calcutta
Arthur Sullivan
Mme. Rolle
Napoleon
Isabel
Sevres
Luileries
M. de Serres
Isabey
Mme. Wey-Isabey
Tax limit debate and mayoral race in 1880s city
The Transcript argues against the tax limit while recalling ex-Mayor O Briens stance. Voter sentiment in 1885 to 1887 favored the limit as O Brien won reelection each year, with Hart opposing. Hart withdrew opposition in 1888 allowing his 1889 victory without tax limit leverage.
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O’ Brien
Alderin Hart
Dispute Over World’s Fair Vote Dampens Public Enthusiasm
The House postpones a decision on the World’s Fair and debates reveal strong opposition. City site disputes and partisan politics in New York generate disgust and temper public sentiment, suggesting enthusiasm may fade. Washington analysts think Chicago has the best chance among four contenders, reducing regional sorrow if the project is abandoned.
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New York
America
Congress
Washington
Chicago
Senator Blair Attacks Press Over Educational Bill Coverage
After a month of speeches in advocacy of his educational bill, Senator Blair laments the press for failing to report at length. He calls this neglect corrupt and dangerous to the people, alleging widespread corruption and miscreancy in American journalism.
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Senator Blair
Blair
Senator Blatini
Congress Faces Constitutional Challenge to New Rule
Mr Carlisle argues that a court must rule on the constitutionality of a rule that sets aside roll calls when no quorum votes. He warns the measure, a partisan act, could survive beyond this Congress and empower the next Democratic majority to throttle the minority, a dangerous weapon if left unchecked.
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Mr. Carlisle
Courts Urge Swift Prompt Test of Legal Rule
The sentence urges bringing the question quickly before the courts to test the rule's legality under impartial determination. The wording indicates a hope for speedy judicial review and a fair evaluation of the rule's legality.
Docks scandal: New York harbor lax on refuse dumping
Exposure of bad management at New York docks accompanies complaints that harbor channels are unsafe from refuse. A scow dump near the Liberty statue shows law violations persist amid alleged pulls of water-front interests. An early inspector fought abuses, but was replaced. cases are not brought to trial while funds keep the harbor navigable.
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New York
A Tariff For Farmers And The High Tariff System
An editorial argues Mr McKinneys tariff committee aims to protect agricultural products but warns the high tariff harms farmers by taxing everything they use. It notes New England industry declines, wool production falls, and the promised home market collapses as evidence that tariff protection mostly enriches others while leaving farmers with diminished profits and dubious price gains.
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McKinney
New England
Iowa
Ohio
McKinley
Maine
Vermont
German Elections Signal Socialist Gains and Liberal Growth
The Reichstag results show Socialists gaining ground and Conservatives losing ground in Berlin and nationwide. With many districts headed by Socialists or Liberals, the government may fail to command a majority, raising hopes for freer speech and restrained imperial power. the outcome could push Liberals toward moderate policy while warning the Emperor against oppressive legislation.
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Berlin
Liberal Party
Reichstag
Friends of
Germany
France
Mockery in Farm Duties on Eggs and Dressed Chickens
From farming circles, it is mocked as improper to levy a duty on eggs and dressed chickens, seen as an unfair burden on agriculture and market producers.
Seven Hundred Movers Enter New York Politics
A discussion on the effort to appoint “gentlemen” to public life in New York under Republican auspices. Oliver Sumner Teall Julien T. Davies William Jay and Herbert F. Satterlee lead a 700 member group called Teall's Seven Hundred, formalized as the Republican Volunteer Association, active for a year.
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New York
Messrs
Oliver Sumner Teall
Julien T. Davies
William Jay
Herbert F. Satterlee
Feall’s Seven Hundred
Republican Volunteer Association
New Political Machine Seen in Boston
A Boston Times report outlines a proposed silk stocking political club that recruits gentlemen to influence municipal politics without seeking office. It details hired operatives, potential corruption risks, and a plan to gather voter nationality data to manipulate districts, plus critique of the Art Commission and statue relocation proposals.
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Teall
Teals
Fiffth Assembly
Old Comedies at Museum Attract Theatres Eccentricities
A New York Theatre writer quotes the Home Journal calling the Museum's old comedies as not lifting opinion of the latest generation or promoting modesty. The piece argues that critics claim modern authors rival SHERIDAN or GOLDSMITH is unanswerable, noting the old plays were good in their time but have outlived usefulness. They remain warnings to modern playwrights against appealing to audience intelligence.
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New York Theatre
Guterre
Literary tempers and amiability in Harper's Bazaar
Mrs. Sherwood quotes Harper's Bazaar on amiable literary people and notes Thackeray's admission that literary snobbery is rare. The piece argues there were no true literary snobs and questions the notion of temperamental disputes among writers.
Tribute to Admiral Kimberly for Samoa conduct in hurricane
The Legislature praised Admiral Kimberly for his conduct at Samoa during the hurricane that wrecked two naval vessels and cost many lives, deeming his actions as heroic as facing an enemy in battle.
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Admiral Kimberty
Samoa
Ice famine hints at high prices next summer
The snippet suggests an ongoing ice shortage with expectations that prices will remain elevated into the next summer, signaling continuing supply concerns and cost pressure for consumers.
Governor Hruu Signs New York World Fair Bill Ends War
Governor Hruu has signed the World’s Fair bill passed by the New York Legislature, marking the end of the cruel war and signaling a new era of civic celebration and postwar recovery.
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Hruu
New York
English electrician killed at central station in Montreal
Philpott a 24 year old English electrician employed by the Quebec and Levis Electric Light Company was fatally injured at the company central station when he touched two live wires. The incident occurred this afternoon in Montreal. The company reported the accident and is investigating the cause.
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Montreal
Philpott
Quebec & Levis Electric Light Company
Boston Tribute to Washington Birthday Observances and Old Burial Ground Views
A Boston writer praises the Barnard Memorial Children's Festival and civic hospitality around Washington's Birthday, notes notable locals like Frank Bird and the Walpole sage, laments street hazards from cold weather, admires ancient burial grounds and stonework, and suggests restoring monumental inscriptions with reverent care. The piece reflects local tone and intertwines patriotism, memory, and urban scenery without graphic detail.
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Washington
Boston
Music Hall
Charles Barnard
Harrison Gray Otis
Robert C. Winthrop
William B. Richards
Army
Navy
Boston burial grounds to get a spring rejuvenation plan
The Boston Board of Health plans a spring cleanup of seven burial grounds including King's Chapel and the Granary. Florist Mr. L W Ross will begin work with an $800 allotment, seeking $3000 city funds, cutting many trees but preserving shade trees, and planting ivy, laurels, magnolias, azaleas, and climbers along walls to create a pleasant, lasting display.
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Boston
Board of Health
L. W. Ross
Brighton
Tl Board of Health
Tl Board
Ross
King’s Chapel
Ciy Hall
Where is the enemy as war plans loom high
The Philadelphia Record notes Congress contemplates hundreds of millions for coastal fortifications and new warships, yet questions who the enemy is driving such large military preparations. The commentary frames the spending as excessive without a clear adversary.
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Congress
Philadelphia Record
Ind
A Useless Scheme and Blank Speech Ending
The article mocks Blair for closing his speech in support of a plan called the Bull to Promote Mendicancy. It notes the speech ran long, filled pages with rubbish, and claims the scheme lacks any valid reason to continue, per the New York Evening Post.
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Blair
N. Y
Gossip and light anecdotes from a 19th century column
A mix of social remarks and anecdotes including marriage reform, whiskey, opera singers, and literary jests. Notable items touch on the Castle of St Angelo, Mesopotamian explorations, the Sevres table linked to Napoleon, Mme Olympe Audouard, Baden Baden concerts, and a Valentine era poem snippet.
Exchange of Courtesies Between Boston Papers Cites Postmaster Saltonstall
The Boston Journal lauds Boston Post Office under General John M. Corse as well conducted while the Boston Advertiser replies praising Collector Saltonstall for efficiency but renewing calls for his removal on political grounds and alleged neglect of duties. Springfield Republican notes the sharp critique as a Mugwump doctor would.
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Boston Journal
Springfield
Boston Post Office
John M. Corse
Boston
Boston Advertiser
Saltonstall
Springfield Republican
Memory of Republican postmasters recalls quiet reappointments
A Boston Journal correspondent notes that Republican postmasters at West Newton and Auburndale were reappointed by President Cleveland following Democratic petitions. He argues no administration promises or opposition occurred, and lists other New England parallels such as Brockton, Milton, Arlington, Winchendon, Marlboro, Turner's Falls, West Medford, Hudson, and Great Barrington cited by the Newton Graphic.
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West Newton
Auburndale
Cleveland
Boston Journal
Newtonville
New England
Brockton
Milton
Arlington
Winchendon
Marlboro
Turner's Falls
West Medford
Hudson
Great Barrington
Newton Graphic
Political complication over Harrison and port collectors
The Lewiston Journal claims credit for Harrison for civil service reform, while the Boston Journal argues discretion of collectors requires removal. It questions whether Harrison’s stance is compatible with a reform policy and cites Saltonstall’s removal as proper. The New York Times (Ind.) notes the debate and seeks the Lewiston Journal's view on the doctrine.
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Lewiston
Harrison
Portland
Boston Journal
Saltonstall
Lewiston Journal
N. Y
Times
Ind
Blair criticizes press for Blair’s lengthy remarks on pension bill
A Providence Journal opinion notes Senator Blair from New Hampshire bores colleagues with extended chatter on his bill to promote e mor settlement. The piece mocks his public appeal and suggests he start a newspaper to publish all his words, while observers remain unimpressed by his rhetoric.
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MR. Blair
New Hampshire
Blair
Providence Journal
Ind
Boston Letter Praises Art Commission Move for City
A Boston letter to the Springfield Republican lauds the proposed Art Commission to judge statues and public art. It condemns past choices like the Cogswell fountain and a Cass statue, urging artists and connoisseurs to curb eye-ores and prevent further unfitting displays in public spaces.
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Boston
Springfield
Cogswell
Wendell Phillips
Governor Brackett Attends Newburyport Veterans Pall
Governor Brackett Judge Advocate-General Shepard and Colonel Couthony visit Newburyport for the Veterans' military pall a major social event. The Governor is hosted by Mayor Dodge and plans to return to Boston tomorrow.
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Newburyport
Brackett
Shepard
Couthony
Dodge
Boston
Lesson of the Day on Civil Service Reform
The article notes the reform-minded handling of postmasters and collectors under Cleveland and Harrison. It cites Pearson in New York, Saltonstall in Boston, and Burt as upright officials whose terms ended or who were removed, arguing true reform must be nonpartisan and focused on public service rather than spoils. It contrasts Democratic and Republican views of reform and warns reformers against self-deception.
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Faneuil Hall
Lucius Manlius Sargent
P. Fanel
Peter Faneuil
Wendell Phillips
Milton
Boston
Larpers
Pearson
New York
Cleveland
Harrison
Saltonstall
Washington
Hoar
Dawes
Massachusetts
Secretary of the Treasury
Mr. Saltonstall
Burt Ihey
Burt
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Milk
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State Senate
Lispenard Stewart
the Times
Common Council
Art Commission
Walpole
Frank Bird
Beacon Hill
Tremont
Beacon
Wag P
Beacon Street
Mme
Olympe Audouard
Baden- Baden
Baden-Baden
Prussia
Hanover
Mme. Audouard
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