Louisiana Lottery and Yale Harvard Education Debate
The piece discusses the Louisiana lottery ethics and potential political price tied to presidential elections, noting eight electoral votes and possible links to corruption. It then contrasts Yale and Harvard growth, citing student and faculty increases, library sizes, and projected needs for Harvard’s expansion including library, dining, dormitories, lecture halls, and new professorships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yale College
Harvard
Exror
Cambridge
Yale
Harvard College
Erior
Eliot
Decline of Polite ness Within Everyday Life
A reflective essay argues that modern society lacks old fashioned courtesy as formal etiquette fades with women’s entry into daily work and public life. It admires informal acts of unforced kindness on city streets and in transit, where strangers help strangers despite social changes.
Senator Stewarts discovery prompts senate inquiry into silver coinage
The Republican senator from Nevada proposes a judiciary committee inquiry to determine if the 1837 free silver coinage provision was revived by the 1878 Bran6 act. He argues the language targets coinage weight and fineness, not general policy, but others doubt the reading. A wary tone suggests the idea may be a mare's nest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stewart
Nevada
Senate
Judiciary Committee
Congress
Strewart
A Night with Rameses II and Other Fine Art Pieces
A prominent portrait of a life sized cage lion titled A Cage of Lions by Pope draws attention at the Victoria Hotel Chicago, praised for its realism and finish. Other notes cover a booklet A Night with Rameses II by J C Ayer and Co, Lovewell and Weber watercolors at Eben Smith gallery, and debate over Puck magazine being banned from Public Library tables amid Puritan criticisms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex- O
J. M. Lee
Victoria Hotel
Chicago
Rameses II
J. C. Ayer & Co
Eben Smith
Lincoln Street
Lovewell
Weber
Louis K. Harlow
J. A. S. Monks
S. Goodrich Beals
C. A. Platt
Amusements Today Boston Theatres Show Cards
A list of matinee and evening performances across Boston venues. Primrose Wests Minstrels TreMont Hows Street Theatres A&A Knotty Affair Park County Fair A Lost Paradise Around the World in Eighty Days Sinbad Masks and Faces Cyrene the dancer Dora Wiley Woman Against Woman at Grand Opera House with showtimes noted.
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Boston Theatre
Washington Street
Primrose & West’s Minstrels
Tremont Theatre
Tremont Street
Bernhardt
Howard Athenium
Howard Street
Goose Theatre
Sinbad
Boston
Musrem
Palace Theatee
Court Street
Cyrene
Dora Wiley
Grand Opera House
Mayor's City Hall Plan Prompts Site Choice on Bacon Hill
Mayor Matthews proposes constructing a new City Hall on Bacon Hill to consolidate scattered executive departments and reduce rents. He argues the old building is an architectural sham and far below Boston standards, and notes the plan requires careful study before public judgment.
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Martinews
Bacon Hill
City Hall
Boston
Matthews
Connecticut Muddle Court Declares Gov Bulkeley Lawful
The U S Supreme Court rules Gov Bulkeley valid as Connecticut’s governor because the Legislature failed to declare any other election winner. The decision hinges on formalities. it does not assess ballot legality or the legislature’s authority to go behind returns. The ruling preserves the status quo and leaves unresolved broader questions.
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Supreme Court
Bulkeley
Connecticut
Hartford
Morris
Court rules on governor overhang and election law
The court states the Legislature may declare a governor to be duly elected at any time, voiding the overhang by Bulkeley though not resolving broader political deadlock. The decision fixes a makeshift government under Bulkeley, leaves people largely disenfranchised, and condemns the state’s antiquated majority vote system amid a legislature controlled by rotten boroughs.
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Bulke
Bulkaley
Another Outlet for Boston Rail Traffic Elicits Support
The Concord and Montreal railroad seeks an independent Boston right of way, challenging the Boston and Maine domination. Sharing routes or collusion with the Fitchburg would offer healthier competition, expanding North and East Boston trade access and reducing toll discrimination. Public benefit hinges on diversifying outlets and ensuring fair transit options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord & Montreal Railroad
Boston
Boston & Maine Railroad
Concord & Montreal
Boston & Maine
Fitchburg Railroad
Fitchburg
The Lottery in Politics and Louisiana Votes
Discussion on how Louisiana's eight electoral votes could decide the next US presidential election. The piece notes the 444 total votes and 223 needed, analyzing how the Louisiana Lottery Company might deliver votes to the Republican party, potentially altering outcomes even if other states shift. It also considers possible changes in state loyalties and the impact of Democratic gains in Massachuset ds New Hampshire Wisconsin or Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Elkins
Louisiana Lottery Company
Wanamaker
United States
Louisiana
Wan- Amaker
Solid South
New York
New Jersey
Indiana
Connecticut
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
Wisconsin
Ohio
Demand of New England Reforms by Andrew Backed Bills
The House returned from vacation with 375 public bills, many pushed by Congressman Andrew reflecting New England manufacturers and merchants. Proposals seek free-list raw wool coal and iron ore, repeal sugar bounty, and halt silver purchases under the coinage law. Critics note Massachusetts minority may oppose these state-favored demands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew
New England
Boston
Massachusetts
Noting Loss and Deft Despair in Rural Verse
A brief verse fragment by Rosert Herrick laments vanished charm and folly. It contrasts wicker arks and silver feet with a stark scene of depletion and lament for ruined estates. The reflective lyric evokes rustic loss and wistful resignation to lean times.
Educative Cartoon Sparks Debate Over Puck and Judge
An Auburn Gazette excerpt argues Boston Public Library erred in dropping Puck and Judge for lacking education value. The piece defends satire as essential, noting caricature and humor educate by exposing sham and folly, guiding public conscience while entertaining.
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Auburn
Puck
Judge
Boston Public Library
Athens
Land
iN THE PUBLIC EYE A Roundup of Notables and Notes
A Vital mix of society and public life includes Mrs. Jane Simpson Washington correspondent of the Medicine Lodge Index, Maurice Barnes a rising French writer in touch with Kenan, Lady Harris a cricket captain, Mayor Matthews’ Boston vacation plans, Yale infirmary fundraising success from Mrs. Whitney and Mrs. Vanderbilt, Marquis of Dufferin named British ambassador to France, Indiana governor Hovey's estate and heirs, Colonel Dick Howard of Cowesett as Harper's Ferry survivor, Will Carleton's money minded poet persona, Cardinal Manning’s aging scholarly routine, and a portrait of the cardinal’s height bearing six feet plus frame and frail years.
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Jane Simpson
Jerry
Washington
Medicine Lodge Index
Maurice Barnes
Kenan
Lady Harris
Bombay
Mayor Matthews
Boston
William C. Whitney
Corneliuns Vanderbilt
Yale University
Marquis of Dufferin
France
Hovey
Indiana
Menzie
Carleton
Cardinal Manning
Cardinal
The Price of the Trolley Service
The East Boston Free Press notes that electric cars claim victims with regularity. It argues rapid transit is desirable but not at the expense of human life as cars crash humans under wheels during daily service.
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East
Boston Free Press
Governor Russell Praises Auditor Trefry for Bank Post
The Somerville Sentinel notes Governor Russell’s reputation for wise appointments as Auditor Trefry is hailed as admirably qualified for the demanding bank commissioner role, filling the chair left by Commissioner Chapin. The piece underscores Trefry’s fitness and the governor’s confidence in this choice.
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Somerville Sentinel
Russell
Trefry
Chapin
Humorous Quotations From Early 20th Century Papers
A collage of brief comic exchanges and witty lines from various papers including the Indianapolis Journal the Galveston News Detroit Free Press and Atlanta Journal. Jokes touch on love work time money engagement and a river rescue with light social observations.
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Johnny
Indianapolis Journal
Galveston News
Weary Watkins
Hilow
Gofer
Detroit Free Press
Bullton
Washington
Delaware
Trenton
Barres
N. Y
Atlanta Constitution
Detroit
Free Press
Atlanta Journal
The Rule of Commissions in Massachusetts
Fall River Herald notes strong opposition to Gov Russell’s proposed reform of state boards and commissions. Critics fear loss of sinecures as the pharmacy board and health board face consolidation, arguing the plan would be impractical and reduce experienced oversight.
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Fall River Herald
Gov. Russell
General Court
H. B. Walcott
State Board of Health
Board of Pharmacy
Shepard
Massachusetts
Anti Puck Decree Shuts Public Library To Cartoons
The St Albans Messenger reports the public library has excluded Puck magazine. Directors say the caricatures of public figures could foster disrespect for office and mislead youth. The move contrasts with views that comic cartoons help shape public opinion and raise topics for consideration.
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St. Albans
Athens
Journalistic Pleasantries in Gotham
The New York Sun faces questions about its Associated Press status amid claims of possible harm to the AP. The piece argues that moral actions by an individual do not visibly injure the association, drawing a biblical parallel to emphasize resilience.
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N. Y
New York Sun
Associated Press
Man arraigned for stealing letters at Boston Post Office
William S. McKendry faced a complaint accusing him of taking twenty five letters addressed to Oliver McKee at the Boston Post Office. He was held for District Court in $1,100 bail, which was not posted, and he was committed to jail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hallett
Wiliam S. McKendry
Boston Post Office
Oliver McKee
McKendry
L Street Bridge Planned Across South Boston To Connect City Front
Plan for a 900 foot long 60 foot wide bridge with two 8 foot sidewalks linking the city proper to South Boston. Commonwealth offers a 40 percent bonus if finished by August 1 1892. Bids opened with Miller lowest at 93748 for July 15 and 91742 for December 1. Cavanaugh firms quote higher. contract under advisement.
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L Street
South
Boston
Congress Street
Federal Street
Commonwealth
Jackson
George H. Cavanaugh
William L. Miller
John Cavanaugh & Co
Shuman & Co. 1892 Mercantile Diary Features
Six stories in gold adorn the Shuman & Co. mercantile diary for 1892. The publication blends calendar, financial notes, postal rates, holidays, city maps, moon phases, tides, and practical tips with maxims and department epigrams. Businessmen hail it as a useful, attractive reference for patrons and clerks alike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shuman
A. Shuman & Co
Shuman & Co
Boston
Stockholders Reelect Directors At National Hide and Leather Bank
The annual meeting of the stockholders of the National Hide and Leather Bank of Boston resulted in the re election of directors William Claflin George Ripley president R H Stearns G B Dubois Jacob Rogers George G Davis Alfred L Ripley vice president No other business of importance was transacted The Washington National Bank held its annual meeting and elected a board of directors identical to last year Eben Bacon Caleb A Curtis James M Pendergast James R Hooper Edward L Brown Inches C Minot Weld William B Lambert Henry L Chapin
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National Hide and Leather Bank of Boston
William Claflin
George Ripley
R. H. Stearns
G. B. Dubois
Jacob Rogers
George G. Davis
Alfred L. Ripley
Washington National Bank
Messrs
Eben Bacon
Caleb A. Curtis
James M. Pendergast
James R. Hooper
Edward LI. Brown
John ©. Inches
C. Minot Weld
William B. Lambert
Henry Lb. Chapin
First Aldermen Board organizes State aid committee
The 1892 Board of Aldermen held its first committee meeting yesterday afternoon. Keenan was chosen chairman of the State aid committee, with Lewis and Dever also serving. Reuben Pierson was reappointed as paymaster of State aid. The committee adjourned afterwards.
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Board of Aldermen
State Aid
Keenan
Lewis and Dever
Lee
Hillard
Alderman Keenan
Reuben Pierson
Massachusetts House schedules committee contests for judiciary chair
Rival factions push for control of the judiciary committee with Samuel W. McCall of Winchester facing Frederick H. Gillet of Springfield. The speaker weighs precedents, while McCall’s past chairmanship and political aims shape the likely outcome as more committee appointments are issued.
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Massachusetts House of Representatives
Committee On the Judiciary
Samuel W. McCall
Winchester
Frederick H. Gillet
Springfield
Gillet
McCall
House
Judiciary Committee
Caleb Cushing
Judge Wentworth
Alexander H. Bullock
Mr. Gillett
Kellogg
Wentworth
Gillett
Senate
Judiciary
Powers
Hyde Park
Messrs. Parker
Methuen
Hobson
Lowell
Bliss
Boston
Ferren
Stoneham
Lakin
Westfield
Mrr
Presho
Wellman
Malden
Cities
Senator McNary
Senate Committee
Bennett
Everett
Chester
Newton
Rankin
Durant
Cambridge
Ir. Ferren
Merritt
Chelsea
Clark
The Grip in Boston in 1890 and 1891 Epidemics
The article notes the peak death week of 1890 ending January 11 with 416 deaths and compares it to the current epidemic week, reporting 179 deaths by noon and suggesting the upcoming week may exceed 1890's fatal peak. It recalls 318 deaths from the prior week.
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The
POST
Board of Health
Midnight Refuge for Fallen Women Faces Neighborhood Objections
Promoters of a Midnight Refuge for Fallen Women meet opposition from Poplar and Chambers street property owners as plans to open at midnight to shelter and counsel fallen women are protested. Signers include ex-Alderman Lucius Slade William R Porter and Garrett Wall. Despite protests, arrangements proceed for an early opening.
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Poplar
Chambers Streets
Lucius Slade
Wm. R. Porter
Garrett Wall
Smith Page Readings at Chickering Hall Next Week
Major Pond announces six joint readings to be held at Chickering Hall next week. Authors T Hopkinson Smith and Thomas Nelson Page will appear together for the first time, each famed for vivid character drawing in their stories and sketches in recent magazines.
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Major Pond
Chickering Hall
T. Hopkinson Smith
Thomas Nelson Page
A Racy Calendar from A W Davis Showcases Local Horses
A neat calendar issued by A W Davis promotes his Northampton street stables with racy engravings. It highlights top horses including a fast span Ed Mac clocking 2 23 and Sleepy George at 2 21 among Davis’s noted mounts.
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A. W. Davis
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