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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1888
Page
4
Continent Tensions Rise Over War Prospects
The article notes mutual distrust between Russia and Austria, evidenced by the dismissal of Polish officers and orders for Austrian residents in Russia to leave. It cites Hungarian Parliament inquiries showing Austrian hostility toward Czarist plans in Bulgaria and questions Ferdinand’s removal and Russian influence in Bulgaria as an untenable demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Austria
Bulgaria
Ferdinand
Principality
Prohibition Critics Fault Governor Ames over Propose Amendments
The Boston Voice criticizes Governor Ames for not recommending a prohibitory amendment in his message. It argues that other reforms like biennial elections and legislative sessions, or abolition of poll taxes, would more effectively purify elections and morals, suggesting future successors may gain credit for advocating them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
The
Voice
New York
Commonwealth
Ames
Chandler Attacks Southern Outrages in Senate Race
The piece critiques Mr Chandler for using alleged Jackson Mississippi city election outrages to prompt Senate inquiry. It notes the story's exaggeration, cites civil service principles, and questions the value of this stunt as a political move. It then shifts to the Scotch crofters, detailing Highland rent issues, deer forests, small holdings, and potential reforms amid rising tenant distress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cnanpler
Hoan
United States Senate
Massachusetts
South
Jackson
Miss
Senate of the
United States
Chandler
Senate
Mr Hale and the Campaign Reform Debate
A critique of Republican Senators campaign literature reveals tensions between civil service reform ideals and party strategy. The piece argues Hale cannot credibly attack Cleveland while reform progress stands and notes prior GOP opposition to reform. It contends Cleveland’s administration has begun meaningful civil service changes despite lapses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Smerman
Chandler
Hale
Cleveland
Hair
Ingalls
Essex Republican Club
HaAtz
Ing- Galls
HaAth
Mr. Ingalls
Mgr. Hare
Boss Plarr’s Albany trial tests residency for New York quarantine post
The case seeks to remove quarantine commissioner PLarr on grounds he is not a legal New York City resident but a resident of Owego. Pratt testified he voted in Owego until last year. he argues he can have one legal residence for voting and another for office. Plarr has held the lucrative quarantine commissioner post since 1880, despite an expired term, as a Republican party power over the State Senate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Highlands
Island of
Lewis
Skye
Scottish
Argyle
Caithness
Ross
Sutherland
Ireland
Glasgow
Greenock
Plarr
Albany
New York
Owego
Pratt
PaLarr
Official suit targets an improper officeholder
A political figure faces a lawsuit challenging his hold on an office. He admits neglecting duties during political work and describes the quarantine service as inefficient and a city scandal. If the suit removes him, the impact would extend beyond New York.
Ex-Governor Boutwell’s protectionist stance echoed by press
In New York, ex Governor Boutwell cites Massachusetts laborers and manufacturers as largely protectionist and inclined to vote Republican to avoid starvation. He notes a minority free traders who expect special gains, comparing current views to Tribune’s 1884 cry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boutwelt
Mail and Express
New York
Massachusetts
Boston Journal
New York Tribune
Boutwell
The
Tribune
Blaine
Scots Crofters Face Deep Land Strain Amid Declining Populations
In Argyleshire and Tiree the crofters struggle as population falls by about a quarter in fifty years. Ownership concentrates rental with three men paying 35 percent and twelve paying 51 percent, while 280 families have no land. The issue pressures government action on landlord fairness and tenant hardship, and audiences grow for the speaker’s Boston visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Argyleshire
Tiree
Lewis
Scotland
German Actress Hepwie Niemann Raabe Shines Yet Fails at Box Office
The Star Theatre in New York hosts the German actress Frau Hepwie Niemann-Raabe whose critical praise outpaces public attendance. Critics hail her as the best high comedy actress Germany has sent, while American audiences still discover her work. Her skill is praised as a linguistic educator and cultural influence amid growing familiarity with German literature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frau Hepwie Niemann-Raabe
Star Theatre
New York
Germany
Mme
Bexn Hanor
Mme. Janauschek
Fraucir- Mann-Raane
Ameri can Folk-Lore Society forms to study American lore
Cambridge hosts a new American Folk-Lore Society promoting organized study and a journal to collect vanishing American folklore. The circular urges growth of subscribers beyond the current ~200, stressing ethnological and literary value to attract wider scholarly support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Folk-Lore Society
Cambridge
America
Tannhauser Triumph At Boston Theatre In Grand Opera
Review praises Sylva as Tannhauser and the cast of Wagner’s grand opera Aida and The Queen of Sheba are highlighted for upcoming performances. Strong orchestral and choral execution noted with praise for Hindrichs conduct and Boston Theatre staging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aida
Bertha Pierson
Clara Poole
Amneris
Barton McGuckin
Radames
William Ludwig
Amonasro
Frank Vetta
Ramis
George H. Broderick
National Opera
Goldmark
Boston Theatre
Emma Judh
Lisa
Lohengrin
Nero
Rubinstein
Lyman Weeks Praises Scenic Brilliance of Stage Act
This critic lauds the second act for its beautiful set design and the grand movement of attendants around the Landgrave. The scene is described as exceptionally lifelike and effective, highlighting the Minstrel Hall production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Landgrave
Lyman H. Weeks
Mr. Alcide de Andria Heads Union Hall Concert
Mr Alcide de Andria presented a grand concert at Union Hall assisted by Miss Alice May Bates Miss Mabel Boardman Mr J Bartlett Mr Jacob Benzing and Miss Perle Dudley The program featured eight selections sung by the artist and ensemble and included the second act of Martha in English The performance highlighted vocal rather than operatic drama with the principals mainly known as concert singers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alcide T. M. de Andria
Union Hall
de Andria
Alice May Bates
Mabel Boardman
J. ©. Bartlett
Jacob Benzing
Perle Dudley
Martha
Hofmann to Perform Jan 16 Matinee Program
Josef Hofmann opens the season with a matinee on January 16 featuring Beethoven Concerto in C minor No.3, Mendelssohn Rondo Capricioso, Romance, Mazurka and Walte, an improvisation on a theme from the audience, and Chopin Nocturne in F sharp, Mazurka in C major, and Waitz in A flat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josef Hofmann
Beethoven
Mendelssohn
B. Mazurka
É. Mazurka
C. Waitz
Sleighing on Brighton Road Reflects City Change and Charm
In Boston a rider recalls the Brighton road scene with fast horses, gleaming sleighs, and fashion among owners. He notes a shift from public recognizability to broader, refined tastes, praising the spectacle and companionship of sleighing while contrasting shabby coaches with showy turnouts and a warm, bustling crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brighton Road
Boston
Ben Franklin
Notable Figures and News Snippets Revealed in New York World
Louise Michel seeks funds while Prince Kropotkine lectures for her benefit. Mrs Don Cameron breaks visiting records with forty eight calls. Rev J S Johnston new missionary bishop of western Texas once a rebel soldier in Stewart’s cavalry. Yan Phou Lee splits time between chess and China lectures in Connecticut towns. Turf Field and Farm editors Sanders Bruce and son Leslie Bruce own the paper. Bruce is a hefty Kentucky native who built a fortune. A misreported claim about General O O Howard’s son teaching in Andover is false. the son graduates in civil engineering at Troy and will marry a Prussian language teacher from Andover. Lot Flannery to present a marble bust of General Logan to Mrs Logan. Senate heads noted for Stanford, John Daniel, and Sabin. Sabin’s hair is jet black and shiny. Chandler has the smallest head. Paddock white haired. Dawes silver. West straw colored. Ingalls iron gray and long hair kept combed and trimmed twice monthly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louise Michel
Prince Kropotkine
Don Cameron
Washington
J. S. Johnston
Texas
Stewart
Yan Phou Lee
Yale
New Haven
Conn
China
Sanders Bruce
Leslie Bruce
Bruce
New York
O. O. Howard
Andover
Mass
Troy
Lot Flannery
John A. Logan
Sabin
Stanford
George West
Ingalls
N. Y. World
Conductors Under Fire For Infrequent Stops On Streetcars
A passenger berates a conductor for neglecting to stop for his ride. The conductor explains limits on stopping, rule-backed duties, and added requirements like announcing cross streets. He argues that conductors cannot please all riders and face stricter regulations from the West End company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West End
Congress Silent on Ongoing Strike Warned by Editors
The New York Herald quotes the Ind Times noting many Congress members lack awareness of a large strike. Editors say representatives neglect engrossing duties and local issues, replying that they know nothing of the strike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
N. Y. Herald
Ind
Pacific Coast Republicans Face Senate Confirmation Split
The Washington report notes Pacific coast Senators will back Mr. Lamar’s confirmation, prompting Republican calls to expel the Pacific coast school from the party. The Evening Post comments on party loyalty and disloyalty within GOP ranks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacific Coast
the Tribune
Washington
Lamar
Republican Party
Evening Post
Ind
The Day for Oratory Gone
The Providence Journal notes that congressional oratory has faded as legislation becomes routine through committee work and conference. It argues there is little chance for formal set speeches by lawmakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Providence Journal
Blair bill branded as a Democratic bribe
The New York Sun decries Democratic senators and representatives who voted for the Blair bill in pursuit of credit with constituents and education funding, calling the measure a cowardly bribe and urging lawmakers to reject it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SPCRN
Senate
House
Congress
Blair
N. Y. Sun
Biennial Sessions Debate Shapes State Politics
The piece urges the people to carry the biennial elections issue into nominating conventions and polls. It notes Governor Robinson and Bates Haskell pushed reform, but the Old Guard protected lobby interests, delaying change in state politics. Massachusetts may soon follow other states on biennial sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robinson
Messrs. Bates
Haskell
Republican Party
Old Guard
Massachusetts
Springfield Republican
Spoils method not effective in civil service reform
The article argues the present administration advances civil service reform despite flaws and dismisses Hale's predictions of corrupt campaigning. It asserts the spoils system is a delusion and a snare, not a viable path for Democratic success, citing experience and a view of a publican administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hale
N. Y. Times
Ind
Public installation of Grand Army officers in Cambridge
The John A. Logan Post No. 186 G. A. R. in Cambridge held a public installation last evening at Odd Fellows Hall. Department Inspector B. Read Wales conducted the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John A. Logan
Cambridge
Odd Fellows’ Hall
B. Read Wales
miscellany of quotes and clippings spans crime to travel lore
A mosaic of items notes opinions on Spurgeon and government, jokes about copyright, postal rates, and honey experts. It recalls fire towers in Moscow and St Petersburg, Congo river trade growth with steamers and buoys, and a Chinese view on railroads rooting in graveyard superstition.
Whittier Home Fund Prompts Civic Support
A Chicago despatch reports Frances E Willard urging the early Whittier home be reclaimed as a shrine for patriotic Americans. E P Hutchinson adds a $100 contribution and urges small donations to honor the American laureate and poet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Frances E. Willard
Whittier
the Times
Miss Willard
E. P. Hutchinson
Board of Trade
America
Neglect of the Walks on the Common and Garden
A Boston taxpayer laments longtime neglect of plank walks in the Common and Public Garden. He notes snow not cleared until late morning, ice forms across paths, and ash not spread, endangering pedestrians. He urges prompt attention by proper authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Lothrop Literature Prizes Announced in Wide Awake
The January issue reveals $2000 in prizes for ninety four writers for any publishable Wide Awake piece. Awards limited to school people from primary to college president, judged by Rev Edward E Hale Maurice Thompson and President James S Angeil. More details come in February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward E. Hale
Maurice Thompson
James 5. Angeil
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Niemann
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J. B. Haggin
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