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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1889
Page
4
In the Chamber of Deputies the French government signals no serious dispute with England over Pacific islands. Easter Island is deemed almost useless as a port or coal station, making confrontation seem unnecessary given closer, larger concerns.
The article notes Britain may reinforce the US at Apia to address German interference in Samoa. It cites Secretary Whitney dispatching all available ships and argues the need for coordinated naval pressure to restore international amity. It also reports a city memorial urging alignment of the municipal and fiscal years for simpler government bookkeeping and practical benefits.
The nomination of Mr James B Richardson as corporation counsel merits confirmation with general approval. His age, experience, bar standing, and municipal knowledge assure a careful, sound, and reliable legal adviser for the city. He has served as auditor, master in chancery, and referee in civil cases, and in the common council and charter revision commission of 1884.
The piece warns Republicans about accepting the Senate tariff substitute during a campaign season, arguing it would appease supporters but ruin the party if enacted. It asserts the bill pursues broad favoritism in business and could be fatal to the party.
From the House actions on proposed internal revenue schemes it is believed there will be no shift in its steady commitment to tariff reform and the bill embodying that principle.
The immigration bill faces strong opposition from business interests and factions within the committee. Proposals include federalizing immigration control and tightening examinations via consular certification. Supporters urge preventive measures and selective admission to safeguard skilled labor and national interests.
The Birmingham lecture by Rev Joan Duckson at Old South praised Birmingham as a model of English city governance. He argued larger cities are not necessarily better run and cited his data from England, noting his friendship with Joseph Chamberlain and his own parish work in Springfield.
The piece argues against bounties for sugar cultivators, calling them a naked tax on the public to benefit a few, and contends that protectionist tariffs should not subsidize domestic production. It warns that subsidies would reveal the costs of high protection and shift funds from taxpayers to favored industries.
In Boston commentary on market risk notes the value of spreading investments to avoid heavy losses from a single security. The column recalls a trust held stock declining, praises changing uncertain holdings for bonds with consent, and shares anecdotes from the Henry Norton shipwreck near Scituate.
Edwin Booth and Lawrence Barrett greeted by a large audience as they perform Othello and Iago. Booth delivers a masterful Jago with refined artistry while Barrett’s Othello shows scholarly aim but fluctuating delivery. Miss Gale shows progress, scenery impresses, and the pair are praised for playing Shakespeare rather than merely producing him. The company presents the play again all week with alternating performances.
The Humming Bird at Park Theatre features Nellie McHenry in a chaotic three act farce amid an enthusiastic crowd. Globe Theatre hosts Zig Zag by W W Tillotson company with gender swap humor and lively songs. The Two Sisters at Grand Opera House returns with mixed results and a thin moral. Henrietta extends at Hollis Street Theatre as Robson and Crane appear for the last time. Sweet Lavender runs its fourth week at Museum with strong crowds. Howard Atheneum offers a lively week of songs and dances by Harry Williams company.
J A Symonds recalls Mme Goldschmidt comparing Shelley's lyrics with music. She notes Shelley's lines are densely consonant and concept heavy, resisting melodic fitting, unlike Milton Heine Dryden and Tennyson. She demonstrates singing passages and contrasts Shelley with Wordsworth Keats and Tennyson.
The Waiters' Benevolent Association held its twenty sixth annual ball at Music Hall last night with strong attendance. Committee chair James Flanagan led the reception team and William F Callahan oversaw the floor with safety staff assisting as needed. Dancing continued into the early hours.
The Kneisel Quartet gave a full house at Chickering Hall for the fourth season concert featuring Miss Eleanor Everest as soloist. Schubert’s String Quartet in A minor op. 29 and Beethoven’s Quartet in E flat op. 127 were praised for beauty and complexity while Everest earned warm reception for correct intonation and refined French songs though some passion and individuality in phrasing were noted as lacking. The next concert is announced for February 18.
Grace Hawthorne has turned the crisis in her serious illness. doctors expect rapid recovery. Miss Bradford of New York, descendant of Governor Bradford, to wed Lindsay Fairfax on Thursday February 14. Governor Schultz of Manitoba injured, arm broken, conditions serious after sleigh accident. Reverend Arthur Little bid farewell in Chicago as he accepts call to Dorchester. John Sargent paints Ellen Terry in peacock green velvet for the Academy. Pauline No.5 explains chief justice visit mix up. chief justice depicted as errand runner. Marie A Brown starts weekly Chicago paper to honor Leif Erikson and plans Iceland and Rome trip for discovery records. Mrs Helen Gould's will filed. Jay Gould and Daniel S. Miller Jr. executors. gifts to daughters Helen M. and Anna Gould. $30,000 funds per child. life income with remainder to issue. all property divided equally.
The piece notes over 300 presidential appointments awaiting Senate action and contrasts domestic criticism of Minister Phelps with praise from Harold Fredericks in London. It cites the New York Times quotation praising Phelps for American firmness on fisheries and other disputes, while partisan papers condemn his courtly status.
The piece discusses a Halifax official losing his post for letting an American vessel transship fish without Canadian notice. It notes Gloucester vessel owners did not value the privilege. It cites a Washington report on a Republican compromise over removals and appointments involving Cleveland and successors, plus Quay’s waning influence and tariff worries. The Kilkenny contest and broader national outlook are mentioned.
The passage surveys jokes and satirical lines from Punch and Town Topics and other papers. It notes playful headlines such as Germanys Little Bill and Bustling Bees and parodies hotel and shop scenes. It recalls mock exchanges, gibes at fashion and manners, and a brief note on a college professor’s obituaries.
In the tariff debate Senators Frye and Hale are noted for supporting free iron steel and machinery for ship building, citing a Bath firm demand. The piece recalls Captain Boutelle’s proposal after Eastport’s fire to grant unlimited free trade for a period to aid recovery, as discussed in the Springfield Republican.
The item notes Mr. Chandler of New Hampshire plans a probe into Louisiana and other elections once tariffs pass. It urges any Senate allies to counter the proposal, labeling it an embarrassing project and suggesting late sessions to stall Chandler.
The Chicago News notes that Washington planners intend to raise duties on many necessities while lowering others. It warns that public opinion will press back against tariff changes, with Senator Quay arguing touching tariffs on either side harms high taxers.
Chauncey M. Depew praises tariff reformers for devotion and crusader fire. He argues these qualities outlast selfish protectionism and are more likely to prevail in the long run, as quoted by the Providence Journal.
The Washington Post comments that civil service reformers expect a shakeup with the new administration. It notes a mix of capable and incompetent members and argues for careful pruning in the early spring, as weed seasons begin on the farm of public service.
The Philadelphia Record Editorial argues the Senate deserts education as it advances a sugar bounty and doubles the tinplate duty. It cites Senator Quay as the lone Republican opposing the bounty and Senator Payne’s support for the poll as evidence of lingering party reaction.
Prominent writers in the New York Tribune discuss London society as seen by a London correspondent and the allure of aristocratic life for American brides. The pieces praise G. W. S. for a vivid portrait of both the grandeur and pretensions of high society in town and country.
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