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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1890
Page
4
Boston Post Publishing Co rates list for daily editions showing annual and term prices. The notice details pricing options and terms near Milk and Washington Street, indicating periodical subscription costs.
The Heston Post notes the Board of Aldermen open their term with disciplined committee assignments under presiding officer Wilson. It criticizes prior debt and asserts current administration inherits and inherits a heavy fiscal burden, citing auditor figures showing substantial new borrowing under Mayor Hart and Mayor Hants administrations.
The Grand Army of the Republic in the Gulf Department confronts white member resistance to admitting black veterans. A post was formed and its commander accused of breaking a pledge by recognizing negro soldiers to an equal degree. Some fear reports may be exaggerated but disbanding posts would be foolish.
Albert J. Russell, Florida superintendent, argues the BLAIR bill would pauperize education. He cites Florida 1880 to 1888 gains in schools from 1151 to 2249, attendance from 27,046 to 2,325,000, and spending from 114,805 to 484,110, mostly taxed. He notes state school property value 406,574 in 1888 plus 90,000 furniture.
The article analyzes Mayor Hanr's opening message noting he claims funds can meet real needs with prudent use, yet later satisfaction and demand from the public clash with taxes, loans, and legal limits. It questions his consistency, cites calls for cleaner streets and luxuries, and criticizes his reluctance to propose solutions or take responsibility rather than recommending a paid commission.
The mayor comments on the rising cost factors within the city, noting that delays contribute to higher expenses. He stresses accountability and calls for measures to curb outlays while maintaining essential services.
The Senate faces Senator Frye's two bills, the lead being a subsidy plan for foreign shipowners, billed as encouraging commerce. Critics show it would cost the public heavily, with estimates of up to 144000 yearly per ship, plus mail payments, while past France experiences warn of limited gains and eventual decline.
The mayor’s address presents no strong proposals on electric wire regulation or building law changes. The speech notes general themes but lacks concrete recommendations, disappointing readers seeking decisive policy guidance.
A London publishing firm promotes a plan for the volume The Year’s Art containing a directory of artists. They send a circular offering inclusion in the directory for a 3s 6d remit tacked to the volume, post free, amid warnings that artists must exhibit to be listed.
A newspaper note urges all noninfected individuals to secure grippe treatment soon before anti pyrine runs out. It cites New York as nearly depleted due to heavy use. A substitute, salicine from willow, is mentioned, with a humorous line about melting down Indian baskets if salicine is also scarce.
The essay suggests Anglomania would surge if the Duke of Connaught visits New York, declaring that a royal highness is long absent and would excite crowds, especially among Mr McAnnister's Twelve Hundred.
Mrs Margaret Custer Calhoun sister of General Custer gave a reading and recitation at Mrs Edwin Stoughton residence in Cambridge yesterday afternoon, assisted by Mrs Ole Bull, Mrs Mackenzie and Miss Maud Fisk. The varied programme showed her versatility and artistry, especially in child moods and serious pieces including a Shakespeare statue scene. She will read in Fierce Halil on Thursday Jan 16 at 11 30.
The Boston area recalls Harriet Blanchard who died after a long life of vigor at ninety seven. Born under George Washington, she kept sharp memory of Boston’s past and its notable figures, while embracing modern improvements with wit and grace. Her vitality and recollections enriched family and friends.
The Tremont Theatre audience gave Mr Goodwin an enthusiastic reception last night for his portrayal of Sias Woolcot in A Gold Mine It is praised as a refinement over past efforts though the play has flaws Brander Matthews and George H Jessop are credited with an original approach The acting generally lags behind the writing with Miss Coe overmatched in the widow role The Irish M P and others receive mixed reception
George William Curtis pays tribute to Robert B Minturn who died in New York on December 15. Minturn is praised for civic virtue intellect and humane works in Boston and beyond. The piece highlights his domestic life his modest public service and his calm dignified passing at fifty four.
The new melodrama My Jack by Benjamin Landeck premiered at the Boston Theatre to warm reception in London and New York. The production boasted spectacular scenery and effects with mixed acting, praising Miss Evesson’s refined presence and noting solid work from Gilmour, Lackaye, Rogers, and Leeson amid a thrilling yet uneven dramatic experience.
Theater critics praise Miss Morris for a powerful death scene in L Article 47 and remark on her broader range. They note strong performances in The Corsican Brothers at the Globe with Robert Mantell, and praise Faust with Lewis Morrison at the Grand Opera House. Also listed are Phyllis closing at the Museum, London Assurance upcoming, and William Gillette's A Legal Wreck at the Howard Atheneum with an able road company and Madison Square Theatre set pieces.
Harvard Boat Club declines Cornell’s proposed eights race at New London next spring citing insufficient time. A Cornell navy letter urged a favorable view and suggested arranging a race, while Harvard replied they must decline to fit their fixed Yale race schedule. The dated exchange is from January 6, 1890 in New London.
A Boston audience heard The Drum Major by the New York Casino company. The cast lacked vocal strength though Georgie Dennin impressed. Miss Eva Davenport faltered in tone. Scenic features were notable, with a praised second act blue room. Nadjy and Erminie will follow.
A crowded Steinert Hall last night heard Mr. Adamowski’s ensemble perform Haydn in D major and Grieg in G minor with vocal duet Adelaide. Winch's singing impressed for musical phrasing, while the Grieg quartet evoked orchestral breadth, praised for its fresh approach and “classic” style.
The first public concert of the Boston Singers club filled half to two thirds of the Music Hall. The performance pleased the audience with delightful singing and solid program execution. Credit is due to Mr. Osgood for promoting the affordable concert idea and hopes rise that this venture will continue.
Mr and Mrs James M Tracy with Mrs Emma Bailey hosted a musical evening at No 37 Fort Avenue for about twenty five guests. The programme opened with a piano duet by the Tracys, followed by Beethovens Sonata in C major op 58. The concert included Weber pieces, Bendels Etudes, Liszts Ernani and a tremolo étude by Tracy, ending a delightful evening.
Mr Parnell retains Sir Charles Russell to watch his O Shea case interests. Elwell of Brooklyn contracts with Strauss to bring his orchestra to America for three months. Queen Victoria suffers rheumatism but can perform duties. not opening Parliament in person. Miss Charlotte Fiske Bates dies, mourned by Boston Cambridge readers. friend of Longfellow and Whitman, identified with Cambridge, born in New York. Bates’s poetry praised for fineness and spiritual charm. Bates described as robust and vigorous.
A collage of quips and vignettes rattles through scenes from a bygone era. Snippets reference exiled Russians, electric light, a tall California lad, a fatal fall, Boston dust, Teutonic wit, alcohol, hotel mishaps, two faced faces, and literary musings on death and the sea.
The House held a brief session and appointed a committee to attend the funeral of Mr. True of Woburn. The Senate met briefly, then adjourned. A governor’s pardon report covered thirty six clemencies across state prisons and reformatories. The joint rules committee proposed a standing status for the constitutional amendments panel, which the chamber accepted by suspension of the rules.
Last evening at 7 40 Charles A Keene owner of a jewelry shop at 1301 Washington street was robbed by five youths. They barred the door with a wooden bar, smashed a plate glass window with an iron pin and seized sixteen gold winches and other rings from the display. They fled Rollins street with the loot as bystanders stood by. The value is estimated at 1500 to 2000 dollars.
The First Religious Society of Roxbury held its pew holders meeting at Putnam Chapel with Rev. James De Normandie. Roland Worthington was chosen moderator while William Crosby and Edward B. Reynolds were named clerk and treasurer respectively. A tax of 9700 was approved to fund next year’s expenses. Suggestions included erecting a statue of John Eliot and installing tablets naming clergy since 1631 on the church walls.
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