Patronage Troubles Over Ex-Governor War Mouth as New Orleans Collector
The appointment of ex Governor Warmouth to the New Orleans customs post provokes Republican opposition in Louisiana. A Washington delegation arrives with charges to block confirmation, arguing the political character of Warsett is notorious and could hinder electing another Republican congressman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warmouth
Louisiana
New Orleans
Harrison
Senate
Washington
Warsett
Debate on Chinese Exclusion Laws and Deportation Proposals
The piece critiques ongoing congressional push for further Chinese exclusion, noting current laws should bar entry if enforced. It rejects proposals by Senator Mircue n and Congressman Crumm to require federal deportation funding, arguing deportations of Chinese migrants from British Columbia would erode respect for law and doubt their necessity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacific States
Oregon
Crumm
California
Puolie
America
United States
Proposal for a Seacoast Reserve Independent of Naval Force
Congress considers a bill to establish a Seacoast Reserve drawn from state militias to man coastal fortifications and shipboard duties. General Schome LD cites a need for a large frontier garrison, while Secretary Proctor emphasizes cost efficiency, training in heavy artillery, and pride in defending home ports. Both Seacoast and Naval Reserve plans leverage militia strength for coastal defense and national guard development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
ScHome LD
Proctor
National Guard
Seaboard
Incoming steamships face rough seas despite two calm land months
The report notes very rough weather at sea for incoming steamships, contrasting with unusually calm land conditions over the past two months. It mentions vessels typically capable of crossing the ocean under normal conditions encountering harsh conditions at sea.
Atlantic Ocean Crossing in Storms Tests Ocean Liners
The Bostonian arrived home after a voyage marked by heavy westerly gales, described by Captain Trant as the worst since 1881. The Umbria's log reports a hurricane on the ninth and a brutal sea state from Queenstown, with the ship’s engines strained yet the vessel remaining seaworthy. Captain McMickan lauds the ship’s steadiness, arguing modern mechanical skill enhances safety, while noting fog as the era’s greatest maritime peril.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic
Bostonian
Trant
New York
Queenstown
McMickan
Umbria
The Seal Monopoly in Alaska Policy Debate
Senator Plumb of Kansas pushes to repeal the 1870 seal lease law eight days before bids close arguing the system fosters a monopoly and possible favoritism. Supporters say leasing prevents overhunting and must balance profits with seal protection, while Plumb proposes a native friendly free fishery with annual export sales.
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Plumb
Kansas
United States
Alaska
Secretary of the Treasury
Committee On Finance
Senate
Winpow
McPherson
San Francisco
England
Plums
England and Portugal Quarrel Settled Amid Tension
The dispute between Great Britain and Portugal appears settled by Portugal’s submission. The Lisbon mob attack on the British legation raises new concerns, and the outcomes of the accord are seen as in some respects unfortunate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Portugal
Lisbon
English Policy in Africa and Lisbon Crisis
The piece argues that Britain should avoid bluster against Portugal over Major Pinto's actions, urging a discreet approach to disavowal to prevent war and preserve British influence in Africa. It notes European press caution, domestic Portugal unrest, and that the worst consequences seem avoided, with future issues likely domestic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prino
Portugal
Great Britain
England
Lisbon
Lord Salisbury
Major Pinto
Nyassaland
Africa
Paris
Temps
Europe
Madrid
Bismanck
Berlin
Commonwealth avenue extended as fast driving site in Boston
The writer commends the Boston Board of Aldermen and Common Council for exempting Commonwealth avenue between Essex street and the Chestnut Hill Reservoir from driving restrictions. He recalls past trials of speed on nearby streets, notes police supervision, and praises the wide smooth extension as safer than prior venues while urging proper oversight and continued use to develop roadsters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Aldermen
Common Council
Commonwealth Avenue
Essex Street
Chestnut Hill Reservoir
Boston
Washington Street
Dover Street
Roxbury
Colonel Winchester
Brighton Road
list of varied nineteenth century dignitaries and social notes
A long miscellany notes visits and appointments including Mr H M Stanley at the Khedive, Prof Agassiz ill in Cambridge, E K Wilson elected US Senator from Maryland, M Ephrussi winning 125000 in Panama lottery, Count Karolyi fortunes in Hungary, Rev Thomas R Bacon joining UC Berkeley, Grand Duke Sergius possible banishment, President Eliot illness denial, Duc d Aumale buying 312 Francis I drawings for 40000, Gladstone marriage delays, Stanford donation of 500 to Susan B Anthony and pamphlet plan, Covell withdraws mission candidacy, Malet villa at Hamburg for Queen Victoria, Miss Charlotte Bates convalescing, King George of Greece controversial abdication, Charles Halcock linked with American Angler, Rev Dr Kip seeks assistant, Archduke Marschall as archbishop candidate, archducal finances and youth, archducal life in Austria, a reader letters about a snowstorm and old sleds, urging healthier recreation, sermon collections in New England sales, and reflections on old maritime and sporting figures.
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H M. Stanley
Khedive
Agassiz
Cambridge
E. K. Wilson
United States
Maryland
M. Ephrussi
Paris
Aloys Karolyi
Hungary
Thomas R. Bacon
Leonard Bacon
University of California
Grand Duke
Sergius
Eliot
Duc d’Aumale
Chantilly
Prudential Committee
American Board of Commissioners of Foreign Missions
Edward Baldwin Malet
Hamburg
Queen Victoria
Victoria
Charlotte Fiske Bates
New York
American Angler
Kip
California
Thear
London
John Salvator
Traun See
Upper Austria
Vienna
Gangsbauer
Mgr. Marschall
Austria
Archduke Charles Louis
Ferdinand
Austria-Hungary
Mer. Marschall
Crime in Massachusetts and the rise of minor offenses
An excerpt discusses Davin C. Torrey’s analysis of Massachusetts crime data from 1850 to 1885. It notes overall commitments rose but mainly for less serious offenses, especially intemperance, while serious crimes against persons and property did not keep pace with population growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts
Torney
Davin C. Torrey
Torrey
Mr. Torrey
Movement for North Market street relict reasons set forth
The ninth page statement by merchants in produce and fruit trades explains the plan to open Fulton street through to North Market street. The proposal would provide a ready outlet into the square at the Fulton Blackstone Clinton junction, addressing daily street congestion near the market.
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North Market Street
Fulton Street
Fulton
Blackstone
Clinton Streets
Adams Sweet Boosts in Fame for Massachusetts Statesman
The New York Sun praises Hon. ExigJAH Adamsweet, urging his rising career in Congress from Massachusetts. It notes his confidence in securing at least one building for his district this session and jokes he aims to move the Capitol from Washington to Canton, Mass. The piece recalls the district once led by John Quincy Adams gaining notoriety again in a new light.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Sun
Massachusetts
Exigjah
John Quincy Adams
Philadelphia Voice Against Privately Subsidized Theatre
A writer from Philadelphia opposes government or private funding for a wealth funded theatre. He argues for more American themes in plays and cites The Oolah and The Old Homestead as examples, suggesting these works show the potential failings of subsidized drama.
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Philadelphia
Oolah
Roses Bloom in Washington Parks as Spring Appears
It recalls Lady Teazle’s remark about spring all year and roses underfoot. The piece notes Washington parks in bloom with rose bushes beginning to bud, and mentions a Gulf Stream shift hypothetically affecting climate.
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Tease
Washington
Lady Teazle
Gulf Stream
Boston crowd mulls Macbeth reading with Miss Terry and Sullivan
Hints spread that Mr Irvine will read Macbeth with Miss Terry and Sir Arthur Sullivan providing musical support. Boston residents note Irvine’s reputation as a good reader and some fear the simpler interpretation may outshine the Lyceum’s elaborate production.
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Mr. Invine
Miss Terry
Sir Arthur Sullivan
Boston
Mr. Irvine
Lyceum
Last Original Punch Contributor Dies in London
The last of Punch's original contributors has died in London. He spent his life recognizing many familiar faces among the journal’s jokes and humor.
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Punch
London
Theft of $75 coonskin overcoat in Myrtle Street incident
Benjamin B. Jenks of No 7 Myrtle street reported a coonskin overcoat valued at 75 dollars stolen yesterday after he hung it out on a clothesline. The loss was noted by the local complainant.
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Benjamin B. Jenks
Myrtle Street
Greenfield Tariff Reform Club organized in Greenfield
The Franklin County Tariff Reform Club organized today electing John H. Sanderson president Robert Abercrombie and Arthur N. Hall vice presidents Freeman C. Griswold secretary and Frank E. Pierce treasurer The club has 150 members and plans public speaker meetings and other work for tariff reform.
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Greenfield
Franklin County
Tariff Reform Club
John H. Sanderson
Robert Abercrompie
Arthur N. Hail
Freeman C. Griswold
Frank BE. Pierce
Miss Morris Stars in Camille at Park Theatre
The Park Theatre audience witnessed Miss Clara Morris in Camille, a demanding role she renders with distinctive mannered style. Frederic de Belleville and Verner Clarges delivered mixed performances as Armand and Duval, while J. M. Colville, Mittens Willett and Octavia Allen also appeared in supporting parts.
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Miss Morris
Camille
Alexandre Dumas
Marguerite Gautier
Park Theatre
Clara Morris
Mme. Modjeska
Mme. Hading
Mme. Bernhardt
Frederic de Belleville
Armand
Mr. de Belleville
Verner Clarges
M. Duval
Coquelin
J. M. Colville
Count de Varville
Mittens Willett
Oympe
Octavia Allen
Mme
Prudence
Secretary Blaine Faces Foreign Policy Test
The Providence Journal notes Secretary Blaine pursues a vigorous but cautious approach in foreign affairs, contrasting with the more impulsive style of Secretary Bayard to shape a distinct reputation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blaine
Bayard
Providence Journal
Ind
Senators defend Dudley on the Senate floor amid political trial doubts
Senators like Edmunds defended Dudley on the Senate floor and shielded the administration from blocking his trial for a grave political offence, prompting public doubt over virtue among public men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edmunds
Dudley
Senate
Savannah News
Dew
Boston Common Council votes for city paid badges
The Boston Common Council members voted to provide themselves badges at 37 a badge at city expense. The note questions the need for such insignia, arguing council members need no badge to prove they are silly and mean, and suggests they should pay their own bills.
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Boston Common Council
N. Y. Sun
Waste and Expenditure Under Harrison Administration
The opposition press blames mismanagement for debt reduction slumps under Mrs Harrison. While disbursing officers balances ran high, most departments stayed within legal limits except the Pension Office. The coming Congress will reveal true extravagance in appropriations for the next fiscal year and deficiencies. executive influence has favored wasteful spending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mre. Harrison
Congress
N.Y
Winter Notes and Oddities From a Distant Era
A patchwork of reflections on weather and poetry, with quips about Patti in Chicago, royal peril in Spain, jokes from Bones and Mudd, and plans for a Chicago Times buyout. It also covers Meissonier, Burns portraits in Scotland, a major Bible sale in London, Kanaoka the Japanese artist, and a rediscovered painting in Tokyo destined for a national museum.
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Patti
Chicago
Spain
Bones
Jones
Robert Elsmere
England
America
Kanawha Valley
West Virginia
Leeky
Budd
Mudd
General Alger
Clarkson
Platt
New York
George M. Pullman
Chicago Times
Meissonier
Hin
Brice
United States Senate
Herkomer
Boston
Egypt
Scotland
Burns
Raeburn
Litle
Edinburgh University
Joan Lee
Flaxman
Lord Coeckburn
N. Y
Kanaoka
Giotto
Japan
Aan
Kana Motonobu
Tokio
Sonnets of Death and Immortal Spirit in Browning
A fragmentary sequence excerpt titled A Sequence of Sonnets notes Browning’s enduring flame against death. It honors a poet whose life and work outlast time, asserting that death cannot quench the spirit or the fame of those who seek light over time’s toil. The lines probe whether death shapes or shadows the inner life and memory.
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England
Browning
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Boston Post
Bhivk
Post Publishing Company
Corcoran Building
Fifteenth Street
Ship News
New England Magazine
Miss Hersry
Brown
Robert “Browning
Hersty
Hresey
Tatton Sykes
New England
William F. Johnson
John Grimsley
Matthew Cushing
John Webb
Coonskin Overcoat
Greenfield Reformers
the Theatres
Robert Browning
Suynburne
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