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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1886

Page

2

Stearns Speech at Wash ington Birthday Dinner Impresses Democrats

The Boston Post lauds United States district attorney George M. Stearns for a Washington birthday dinner speech. It praises his sincerity and humor, compares his eloquence to Daniel Webster and Rufus Choate, and notes strong civil service reform defense. The Middlesex Club supports the administration, and a new officer election is planned.

Washington United States Revere House Mr. Stearns Daniel Webster Rufus Choate Cleveland Massachusetts United States’’: and, On the Other Hand, Mr. Stearns Stearns Bay State Club Commonwealth

A Social Queen Returns from Liverpool Triumphs

The Servia anchors off quarantine in New York after eight days from Liverpool. Miss Chamberlain returns home amid praise from her British triumphs and social adulation, illustrating a perceived American edge in beauty and social influence.

Servia New York Liverpool Miss Chamberlain America

Middlesex County Democratic Club Dinner March Fourth

The Middlesex County Democratic Club plans its annual dinner at the Quincy House on March 4 to mark the first anniversary of the organization. The club began at President Cleveland's inauguration with strong support and a growing membership.

Middlesex County Democratic Clu Quincy House Cleveland

McClellan Memorial Fund Launched in Philadelphia

Washington’s birthday celebrations in Philadelphia led to plans for a monument to General George B. McClellan. The Fairmount Park Art Association pledges 5000 dollars if 10000 more can be raised, inviting broad patriot support for a city birthplace memorial.

Washington Philadelphia Smith George B. McClellan Fairmount Park Art Association

Hazen urged to resign as weather service head

A critic calls Chief Signal Officer Hazen unfit to lead the service and demands his removal. The writer accuses Hazen of bumptious ignorance, urges the President to relieve him, and asks Congress to place the weather bureau under a civil department.

Hazen Washington Post Congress Weather Bureau Weather Service Army

Fitch Named Precommissioner by Boston Mayor

The Mayor announces Robert G. Fitch, former Post editor, as precommissioner. Widely known as fearless and upright, Fitch is praised as a conscientious journalist and a capable choice for leading Boston’s fire commission with integrity and dedication.

Robert G. Fitch The Post Fitch Board of Aldermen Boston

Miss Cleveland Renames White House to The President's House

The report notes Miss Cleveland dates invitations from The President's House, replacing the former term Executive Mansion. It states she has invented an improvement and the name change reflects a new labeling of the residence.

Miss Cleveland President’s House White House Executive Mansion

Odd Bits From The Nation On Travel Fashion And Inventions

A collage of light notes recalls progressive euchre in King Theebaw era play and a Europe trip in first class for forty dollars. Humor quotes lampoon fashion with the Russian bath outfit and green wigs at court, while gas dating and slang evolution spark curiosity.

King Theebaw Europe First Cabin

Stately Kate Forsyth Struck by Comic Sickness On Stage

The Atlanta crowd heard Mrs Parker explain she must visit Lady Adelaide. Raymond teased Forsyth mid scene as she broke character laughing over Addie’s alleged illness and bunions, ending with Forsyth fleeing the stage.

Kate Forsyth McCulough Raymond Atlanta Parker Adelaide Addie Miss Forsyth Sellers Atlanta Constitution

Park House Recalled For Comfort In Daily Remark

A brief diary-like note comments on the Park House as unexpectedly comfortable, reflecting a casual traveler’s impression about lodging quality during the period. The remark highlights a subjective view rather than a formal report or outcome.

Notable Society and Political Gossip Across Cities

A compilation notes David T. Percy declining Bath mayoral nomination, Grace of New York traveling home, author Hugh Conway ongoing posthumous influence, and various social and political whispers. It covers baptisms, marriages planned, election hints, and a scoop on Minnie Hauk clashing with Ravelli during Italian opera’s final week in Chicago.

David T. Percy Bath Grace New York Hugh Conway von Moltke Johnny Long Thomas A. Edison Fort Myers Gulf Coast Pittowkahanapuwhyin Poundmaker Manitoba Adam. Sweet Chicago Washington Frederick White White, Morris & Co William C. Shannon U.S. A Bowdoin Nathaniel Shannon Portland Fort Warren W. E. Haskell Minneapolis Tribune E. B. Haskell Boston Herald Georgia Long Massachusetts Marion Langdon Duke of Portland Town Topics Perry Belmont Browning Bloomfield Moore Philadelphia Nina Moulton Charles Moulton Boston Baron Raaber Denmark John G. Gough Royalston St. Paul’s Church Auders Courtney Brunswick Terry Bip Hancock Howard Lerry Charles Forrester New York Postofice Postoffice Department Minnie Hauk Raveili Ravelli Carmen

Edward P Seaver Chosen Superintendent of Schools

At last evening’s school committee meeting Edward P Seaver was unanimously elected superintendent of schools. Nominations for school supervisors were deferred to the next meeting with six or more candidates to be named. Salaries for teachers were approved as is. Nominees include Caroline E Nutter Marguerite G Brett Helen M Souther Fannie M Cartwright and Annie B Drowne. The committee ordered 4000 copies of the annual school report and approved using the Lincoln school basement for a yacht aid ship’s draughting class.

Edward P. Seaver Caroline E. Nutter Emerson Marguerite G. Brett Lowell Probation Metheverry Sherwin Annie B. Drowne Harris Helen M. Souther Fannie M. Cartwright Dorchester Everet Lincoln School

Clinton Street Fire Losses Adjusted by Captain Abbott

Captain Abbott of the protective department adjusts the Clinton street fire losses listing numerous firms and individuals with varied amounts. The total loss to contents is 135 025 dollars and the insurance totals 108 740 dollars.

Abbott Protective Department Clinton Street Stewart, Noyes & Co F. M Hermes Dorr Allison & Co Massachusetts Loan and Trust Company A. D. Hibbard Bracen & Fuller Gibbs & Soule Page, Kidder & Co G. W. Taylor Greene & Co Hayden & Hines Thomers Dana & Co Metin L. Hart & Co C. H. Thomason & Co Foster & Weeks Eustis & Digzet

Flood Devastates Mills. Massachusetts Said Set Back Fifty Years

A historical line describes flood damage overrunning cotton mills and ruined streams, with newspapers noting Massachusetts' setbacks and calling attention to harsh economic impact on textile towns.

Florida Times-Union Masachussets New York Sun

Morrison the Democratic Leader in the House

SPECIAL CORRESPONDENCE OF THE POST profiles William R. Morrison of Illinois as the Democratic leader in the House. The piece argues his reputation is misunderstood, praising his integrity, restraint, and effectiveness in balancing diverse Democratic factions amid silver policy debates and presidential pressures.

THE POST Washington House of Representatives Iowa Apa Sno'her Mexico Shiloh Union William R. Morrison Illinois Somebdy White House Capitol Democratic Party Morrison Morrison Law Cartes Mr. Morrison

Free Passes Debate Sparks Legislative Action

Charles Francise Adams testifies before Senator Platt on ending free passes for railroad riders. Adams urges a law banning passes with heavy penalties for issuing or accepting them, linking passes to political influence and press manipulation. He cites Union Pacific free transport as a major nuisance and calls for strict reform.

Adams Senator Platt Avams Union Pacific Psa Pss Tne Ao Suis

Rail fare system called an outrage and unfair

A speaker argues that travel subsidies shift cost to paying riders, estimating 10 percent or more of fares cover those who ride free. He warns the issue will be debated by the Legislature and condemns the current arrangement as harmful to railroads and the public.

West Virginia Wall Street News Bill Nye No. 10 Bill Hin Free Press Office United Sates Boetri Lighting Company Maters Tts

Hazen’s record judged as ruinous waste and ridicule

The Washington Post denounces General William A. Hazen as corrupt or at least hopelessly stupid and vanity ridden. It argues his leadership corrupted the signal service, wasted property and life, and demands his removal. The piece likens the case to a burned ruin and declares the situation utterly ridiculous.

Washington Post William A. Hazen Odium General Haze Washington Fort Myer Polar Hazer Ublic Hazen Azen Bonliersman

Boston Ladies' Association Holds Sixth Annual Meeting

The Boston Ladies' Association met at the Hotel Vendome for its sixth annual gathering in aid of the Gould Memorial Home and schools in Rome. Dr Samuel Eiliott chaired and treasurer reports showed receipts of 1001 dollars and expenditures of 897 dollars, with a 104 dollar balance.

Boston Ladies’ Association Gould J. Edwardes George J. Finke G. W. Hammond Horace E. Scudder George H. Coickering Frederic T. Gray Augustus Hemenway Charles C. Perkin William Claflin J C Hooker David P. Kimball Ailen P. Soaner Meta J. Wilsor Aduressea E. Herrick E. E. Hale Liot

Dr Spencer's Recital Series Presents The Lady of Lyons

The third Thursday evening dramatic recital by Dr De Marian Spencer features Lord Lytton's romance The Lady of Lyons a shift from prior evenings toward pure romance. Readings occur at 22 Dartmouth Street with four more recitals planned at Chickering Hall by request a supplemental course will include Henry V Richelieu King Lear and Macbeth with original music subscriptions are open at the piano rooms dates to be announced later.

de Marian Spencer Lord Lytton Lady of Lyons Chickering Hall Henry V Richelieu King Lear

Boston and Eastern Division Railroad Schedule Fragment

Partial 19th century timetable shows departures from Boston to Lynn Salem Danvers and coastal destinations with times in am and pm. Mentions Kaneport Portland St John and Aiwht g aw and references to the Saugus and Reading branches and the Haymarket square interchange. General Manager is Furber.

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