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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1884

Page

2

Judge Whittemore Praises Sherman in Journal

Judge Whittemore of Sandwich says in the Journal that no other name would receive as many votes for president as Gen William Tecumseh Sherman. The old manuscript is out of a job currently.

Mary Livermore William Ott Davenport Iowa Rockland Courier-Gazette Warrenton

Reform administration inaugurated at City Hall in Democratic slate

The new reform administration at city hall moved forward with Charles V. Whitten as president of the board of aldermen John H. Lee as president of the board of common council Frederick E. Goodrich reelected city clerk and Gen Augustus P. Martin inaugurated as mayor Despite reform fervor Democrats retain influence in local power.

Citizens’ Reform City Hall Charles V. Whitten Board of Aldermen John H. Lee Board of Common Council Frederick E. Goodrich Augustus P. Martin

Lawful tariff reform voices clash with business pleas

Boston business leaders urge keeping the tariff as is while millions of workers demand reduction and reform this year. The long standing cry to leave the tariff untouched meets renewed pressure as the toiling masses seek fair consideration grounded in justice and urgency.

Boston Globe

The Old Roman Praises Pendleton for Re-Election

Ex Senator Thurman lauds his white colleague Pendleton in a measured, fair tone. He notes twelve years in the senate with Pendleton as a colleague, praising his conduct and capability. Thurman argues for extending usual party courtesy by endorsing Pendleton’s re election.

Thurman Pendleton Senate

Huntington’s Washington visit shakes up reputations

Ramsdell notes Washington reporting from Philadelphia that completion of the Northern Pacific and progress of Canadian Pacific and other lines signal a healthier era, though Huntington’s winter plans raise concerns about his influence and public perception among congressmen who may avoid public ties with him.

Ramsdell Washington Philadelphia Northern Pacific Canadian Pacific Huntington

Tariff Argument by Mr. G White Aimed at Protection

Mr. G White presents a tariff article praised in the morning press and directed at protection. He emphasizes points made before but frames them for current economic conditions, arguing that new wealth can injure certain industries and consumers, challenging any refutation with a promise to publish counterproof if shown wrong.

John Roach Hewitt Mr. Roach Roach G. White Boston Journal Lowell Courier White Ramsdell Washington Philadelphia White House Conservatory Captain de la Chere Legation Campsield Newhall Massachusetts Boot and Shoe Journal United States England Atlantic Massachusetts Bureau of Labor Statistics Europe Asia Dr. Wells Texas New England India New York Tribune Department of Mechanical Industry Gladstone South Easton Mass

Fires in the Nation Signal Looming Insurance Premium Pressures

Large fires in numerous states have consumed likely over 1 million dollars in property and claimed lives. Last year’s losses neared 100 million, fueling insurer calls for charter revisions and higher premiums. Poor buildings and widespread arson fears threaten a fiery trend into 1884.

Mayor Martins Plain Inaugural Argues For Fiscal Prudence

The new mayor presents a plain address emphasizing economy in municipal affairs not parsimony but balance between restraint and excess. He urges water system improvements, park control by park commissioners, and a special tax commission to study corporate taxation before presenting findings to the legislature. He favors district alderman elections as the practical path to fair local representation, noting legislative obstacles and party protests.

Martin Boston Boston Advertiser Board of Public Works O’brien

Protection folly in US industry and shipping decline

A Massachusetts reader argues that tariffs distort prices and hurt industry, citing shipbuilding, glass, borax, nickel, and shoes. He warns protectionassembles higher costs, job losses, and idle mills while foreign competition grows, urging freer trade and citing Gladstone on the dangers of protection.

The Boston Post Atlantic Guulf Mexico Pacific United States the Coast Survey Hook Line Babylon Glasgow State Department Clyde Great Britain California Washington Pennsylvania Congress Canada New England Howard M. Newhall Lynn Massachusetts

Uniforms and rain at a ceremonial gathering

The scene features officers in uniform braving rain to attend a ceremony. A short fat officer in new dress, laden with gold lace, wields a sword and umbrella while shouting for his carriage. The crowd emits camphor from apparel and later alcohol scents mingle in the air as the day unfolds.

Army Navy Duke of Wellington

Train Timetable Fragments Reflect a Dense Schedule

A fragmented OCR shows rail and street schedules with times for Nashua Framingham South Acton Concord Junction and Boston area lines. Includes Sunday trains and midweek adjustments plus notes on stops and intercity connections, indicating a busy transit page from a historic daily.

North E Ts Ane. Market figures and rates

Fragmentary OCR notes show diverse currency phrases and numbers without clear context. Readable items include partial figures like 3.80 2.46 8.44 and 3.21 8.88 10.5, suggesting commodity or rate listings. limited identifiable entities or events are present.

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Train Schedules for Boston and Surrounding Areas

Boston timetable lists Sunday departures to Readings and Way Stations with multiple routes to Lowell Lawrence Dover Haverhill Portland and Bangor selections. Return trips from Haverhill Lowell Reading Medford and South Lawrence shown with specific times. notes Wednesday and Friday only. Agglomerated post shows agents JAS. T. Furber and Wm Merritt Jr as supervising officials.

Boston Lowell Lawrence Smu Dover Great Falla Haverhill Portland Karr Levwiston Sru Lawren Reading Medford South Lawrences Weshingten Agend Haymark Uare Jas. T. Furber WM. Merritt

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