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Boston Leader Voices Confidence in Peace and Fiscal Prudence
The Boston mayor, reflecting on the prior year, defends current expenditures of 8,697,690 and vows to keep taxes reasonable. He criticizes eight hour reform tactics, praises department heads, and asserts he will act faithfully within law to protect city finances and order.
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Boston
Park Loan
Inauguration Day Chaos Hits Lowell Government
The Lowell city government failed to organize on inauguration day amid a “combination” for spoils. The school committee faced a remarkable complication, while Boston observes similar demoralization from council and alderman alliances.
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Commonwealth
Lowell
Boston
War of budgets shadows Europe with credit falls
The piece frames a global financial conflict as a modern war, noting France's 300 million franc credit to France and Germany's quick counter moves. It likens the cost of Austrian and Russian expenditures to historic European wars to illustrate the scale of economic warfare.
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Europe
France
Germany
Prince Bismarck
Niagara
Mayor O'Brien Talks on Boston's 1887 Budget and Charter
The mayor’s address reviews Boston’s first full year under the 1886 charter amendments and outlines policy as municipal indebtedness tightens. He notes financial benefits, supports debt limits, and warns against speculative attacks on the public treasury while assessing taxation for the year.
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O’brien
Boston
Quincy
The Andover Trial At The United States Hotel
The Andover Theological Seminary hearing before the board of visitors lasts a full week with a verdict expected in February. The debate centers on a belief in post death probation and potential liberalization of the Westminster catechism, risking a split in the church and a historic impact beyond Andover.
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Board of Visitors
Andover
United States
Schlosskirche
Wittenberg
Martin Luther
The New City Council Forms Its Two Branches
The first day of the new city government saw expected caucus actions for presiding officers and the surprise selection of Mr. O'Neil as city clerk. The duties of the clerk are described as unsalaried and public service oriented.
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O'Neil
City council approves park loan amid elections impulse
The council passes an order for a park loan of 500000 annually, honoring the Mayor's recommendation and reversing last year's opposition. The move reflects a strong popular mandate from recent elections and marks a solid start to the new municipal year.
Irish landlords' plan of campaign criticized in essay
The article describes a new coercive tactic by Irish landlords to collect rent by serving bankruptcy summons to reveal a trustee, noting delays, risks, and the unlikely success of the plan. It contrasts this with landlords offering to sell estates to tenants and argues such measures will not restore rents.
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Marquis of Londonderry
Lord Templemore
T. P. Gill
New York
Miss Fortescue Describes Henry E. Dixey Adonis Performance
The English actress Miss Fortescue praises Henry E. Dixey after seeing him in London. She calls him a bright brilliant and possibly better young man highlighting his Adonis role.
NY Jeweller Notes Mercenary Trend Among Young Women
A New York jeweller observes that up to ten young women have recently asked the value of diamonds given to them, interpreting affection by price. He calls this a striking result of speculative city life brought to public attention.
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New York
Pavonia Accident Inquiry Clears Captain Woolfenden
The Liverpool Board of Trade inquiry into the Pavonia collision last October off Garnet Point finds Captain Woolfenden made errors in judgment but acted with overconfidence based on experience. He is not pronounced in default and is deemed not to have behaved culpably.
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Pavonia
Garnet Point
Cable
Liverpool Post
Woolfenden
Duxbury
Nahant Head
Hats At The Opera Shelled Hats At Boston Theatre
The National Opera Company asked women to remove hats and about half complied at the Boston Theatre. Hatless attendees enjoyed an unobstructed stage view, while many hat wearers wore low crowns or capotes. Those without hats displayed elaborate coiffures, including ostrich plumes, making the evening notably pleasant.
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National Opera Company
Boston
The Huguenots Opens Boston Opera Season At The Theatre
The Boston Theatre opened with Meyerbeer’s The Huguenots to a large audience. Mme Fursch-Madi led as Valentine with Candidus Ludwig and Whitney in key roles, while the orchestra conducted by Mr. Thomas showed strong performance, though some vocalists lagged and stage focus faded at times. Faure-like Gretchen season preview follows with Frederick Terry in Faust at the Park Theatre.
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Lady Fair
Faust
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Charles Bassett
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Gretchen
Miss Ellen
Terry
Marguerite
Irving
Frederick Terry
Faustus
Mr. Gotthold
Grubstruck
Boston Symphony
Simpson
Muggins
Jaana
Judy
Thomas Orchestra
Philadelphia
Brooklyn
Miss Fortescue in Gretchen at Park Theatre
English actress Miss Fortescue earned applause for her Gretchen in Gilbert and Wagner’s tragedy at the Park Theatre. The production, first staged in London 1879, blends Goethe inspired themes with original dramatic material, offering a somber, human rendering of Faustian drama.
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Miss Fortescue
Gretchen
Park Theatre
Mr. W. &. Gilbert
Gilbert
Mephisto
Faustus
Modjeska as Rosalind in As You Like It at Hollis Street
The review praises Mme Modjeska's Rosalind for charm and artistry but notes a fatal deviation from Shakespeare's character. Henderson as Celia shows crude charm, Barrymore's Orlando is a touch prosaic. the company overall is meritorious with several standout performances and admired costumes and scenery.
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Escaped from Sing Sing at Bijou Theatre
Dominick Murray and a selected company offered Escaped from Sing Sing at the Bijou Theatre last evening. Murray played seven distinct roles showcasing versatility. other cast members included Edward Powell and W. S. Teeple with a strong overall performance. The show will be repeated every afternoon and evening during the week.
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Charles Randall
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Mamie E. Parker
Jennie Bright
Boston Chamber Music Society Fourth Concert in Association Hall
The Boston Chamber Music Society held its fourth season concert in Association Hall last evening. Soloist Miss Franciska Tauber, contralto, joined performers Otto Bendix Leandro Campanari Julius Akeroyd Daniel Kuntz and Giuseppe Campanari. The program featured Schubert and Beethoven works and Jensen songs, with instrumental parts performing as listed.
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Forgiven at the Howard Atheneum
A lurid melodrama titled Forgiven had its first local performance at the Howard Atheneum last evening. Frederic Bryton plays John Diamond with steady acting, supported by Blanche Thorne and a strong company. The Southern life tale features heavy villains and blighted heroes and runs through the week.
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Howard Atheneum
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Clara Morris
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Miss Allen Opens New Boston Gym For Women And Children
A Boston observer notes the opening of Miss Mary E. Allen’s new gymnasium for women and children, tracing the rise of female fitness facilities since 1878 and comparing them with earlier mixed and male dominated gyms. The piece highlights evolving training methods, notable figures, and broader advances in women’s health and rights.
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All Sorts and Blends of Crowd Commentary
A mixed set of quips and notices spans politics culture and society. The collage references Henry Irving colors humor about immigration and taxes, plus anecdotes about Gus de Smith Birdie McGinnis and various performers and events from Boston Philadelphia and Brooklyn.
Wax figures sing hallelujah in Beecher sermon critique
Taverned letter writer mocks a sermon by Mr. Beecher claiming his illustrations resemble wax figures. He questions the idea that heaven is a place full of wax angels and notes the preacher’s reliance on life experience rather than counterfeit showmanship.
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Mr. Beecher
New York
Brooklyn
Boston
Dime Museum
Tremont Row
Tariff legislation urged by Washington Post viewpoint
Speaker Carlisle faced censure for allegedly saying no tariff bill this winter. The piece argues reformers should unite to push tariff legislation, citing public demand and Democratic promise. It asserts the nation deserves action and party should show it.
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Washington Post
Reforming the jury system to meet changing times
The Philadelphia Times argues the jury system has not been updated to current conditions and must be reformed by strengthening its weak points and adapting it to present realities. The piece urges timely changes to align the system with modern needs.
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A Blame View of the Presidents Position
A Philadelphia Press view argues Mr. Cleveland cannot serve both Mugwumps and Democrats. For a second term he must align with Democratic spoilsmen and machine managers as in Maryland Pennsylvania and Missouri to secure their essential support. Other factions should beware.
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Philadelphia Press
Dead Senator Logan’s Ambition Buried With Him
Mr Blaine emphasizes friendship with Senator Logan after the death when rumors of coldness once hurt. The dead man’s ambitions are buried with him. he is no longer in the way of aspiring statesmen.
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Philadelphia Record
General Logan’s Final Days Marked by Party Attacks
The text notes General Logan faced bitter internal assaults from his own party in his last days. His honesty and integrity undermined his political standing, with the party ready to discard him by 1888, ending his career at the time of his death.
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Imes
Resolutions on Death of Cyrus M. Hatch at Faneuil Hall Market
The occupants of Faneuil Hall Market honor Cyrus M. Hatch, valued associate and community helper, with a set of resolutions praising his life of service to the sick and needy. The group expresses reverent submission to divine will, extends sympathy to his family, and asks publication in the Boston Post.
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