Ruling on Boston Police Board Spurs Call for Return to Night Watch
MONDAY MORNING JAN 27 1890 discusses Judge Pitman’s ruling in Bridget Maloney v Boston. It states the city not liable for police diligence but responsible for harm caused by careless officers under the Board of Police system. The piece argues the city may need a constable night watch revival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Pitman
Bridget Maloney
Boston
Supreme Court
Board of Police
BeTTERWORTH Defends Free Trade Against McKinley’s Tariff
Congressmen BeTTERWORTH argues for commercial reciprocity with Canada before the ways and means committee. He claims the protective system blocks healthy competition while parodying calls to divide the United States into six regions to avoid foreign competition. The remarks expose party aims on foreign trade and the alleged inconsistency of opposing trade with Canada yet tolerating it for own purposes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bettterworth
Canada
Ways and Means Committee
McKinley
Congress
United States
Butterworth
Borrerworth
British government faces uncertain session with key risks ahead
A correspondent notes the coming Parliament session may chip away at the government’s security. Legislation is said to be full of pitfalls with debates set on free elementary schools in England and Wales, Irish land purchase, and Home Rule after Gladstone. The Irish land issue remains central, with tenant relief likely tied to any Home Rule measure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Wales
Lord Sainsbury
Gladstone
Municipal debt limit funds schedule outlined for year
The text details a breakdown of available funds within the municipal debt limit for the year, listing April 1 250000, July 1 100000, October 1 250000, and December 1 900000, with additional similar amounts elsewhere. It notes a total already available of $574,036.17 plus a discussed million and a half in total allocations.
City budget outlook shows tax rise and promised cuts
The article assesses next year and future valuations rising, with taxation funds nearly a quarter million higher than last year. Expected savings of 100000 in public institutions and 575000 plus in electric lighting could cut the increase toward half a million. It notes natural yearly income growth and calls for clarification on reform in income yielding departments. The piece mocks a journal's tax limit stance while urging real tax and expense reductions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harr
Merchants fight McKinley tariff bill in Senate
Merchants from Boston and New York warn that the McKinley administrative bill, hurried through the House, would damage trade. They cite sections on damage allowances and jury trials, saying the measure favors domestic manufacturers and upends due process, threatening futures contracts and imports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
United States
House
Quay
Philadelphia
Washington
Boston
New York
Eomunpbs
Epmunds
City Finances and Suburban Debates Over Borrowing
The Common Council leans to keeping bor rowing and tax limits steady, hoping the matter stays in committee until the annual appropriation bill passes. Suburban districts push for more immediate spending while the city warns current borrowing margins cover needed works. The piece argues for prudent, nonpartisan administration and independent reports from department heads to avoid party-driven decisions.
Proposed DupLEY investigation stirs party pressure
The text argues that the DupLEY investigation will be limited unless party leaders push for the bill to appease those who funded the 15s campaign. It frames the issue as a bargaining over political favors and accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dupley
Political Sympathy at the Custom House
A correspondent questions why a customs collector should be in sympathy with the administration. The piece argues a non partisan view, claiming political opinions do not affect the duties of the office and that the question answers itself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Act of Congress
Independent
Saltonstall
Mr. Hanitson
Mr. Saltonstall
The Cunard Line Through Fifty Years of Ocean Service
A retrospective on Cunard Line history from its wooden paddle ships to modern 000-ton liners. The piece lauds safety record, port calls, and the pivotal role of officers and crews in making cross Atlantic travel reliable and celebrated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ocean
Oregon
Gritannia
Boston
Cunard Line
Southampton
Paris
Liverpool
New York
Cephalonia
Hibernia
Africa
London critic pans a light theatre piece as trifling
A London correspondent praises frivolous theatre but derides a much praised modern play as insubstantial. The piece called Sweet Lavender is labeled as light entertainment, yet the remark questions the critic’s judgment and implies the play is stronger than described. The exchange underscores tensions in theatre criticism.
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London
How to Listen to Wagner's Music by H E Krenpret
New York Tribune critic H E Krenpret will contribute an article on Wagner listening for Harper's. The piece may interest Metropolitan Opera House patrons who endure chatter in the boxes during performances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. E. Krenpret
New York Tribune
Harper's
Wagner
Metropolitan Opera House
Lyman Estate Sale Excludes Grand Upjohn Mansion
Boston commentary reflects on an upcoming spring sale of the Theodore Lyman estate not including the architecturally notable mansion by Upjohn. The writer discusses public service ties, local clubs, and cautions about idealized social reform while praising the Boston club article by Henry L. Nelson and Garrett’s illustrations.
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Theodore Lyman
Noble
Upjohn
Trinity Church
New York
Marshall P. Wilder
Theodore
Boston
Trarper
Mre
Henry L. Nelson
Edmund H. Garrett
Union Club
Booth and Modjeska in Macbeth at the Boston Theatre
A detailed review of the Boston Theatre Macbeth with Booth as Macbeth and Mme Modjeska as Lady Macbeth. It praises Booth’s scene work and critical moments like the banquet and murder, notes flaws in stage management and Modjeska’s limits, and mentions Skinner and others, including an unusual Porter portrayal.
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MR. Booth
Mme. Modjeska
Macbeth
Boston Theatre
Wacheth
Hamlet
Jago
Richard
Professor Dowden
Lady Macbeth
Mme. Janauschek
Jon
Modjeska
Ristori
Uusskinner
Macduff
Porter
Woman’s University Club Organized in New York
A Woman's University Club has been organized in New York on the same plan as the Men's University Club. Membership is limited to graduates of colleges in the Association of Collegiate Alumni. The club rooms are in the new Barnard College building on Madison Avenue.
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New York
Association of Collegiate Alumnw
New
Barnard College
Madison Avenue
Montreal Board of Trade notes poor year for Canada
The Montreal Board of Trade reports that last year was poor for Canada due to a poor crop and low grain prices, reflecting broad agricultural and economic strain across the country.
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Montreal Board of Trade
Canada
The School for Scandal at the Museum Affects Pitt
The Museum stage production of The School for Scandal on Saturday revealed Mr. Pitt in poor health and unable to recall lines. Cast members Miss Clarke Miss Addison Mr. Mason and others delivered strong performances though some, like Sir Oliver Surface and Crabtree, showed weaknesses. The review praises diction and laments overreliance on facial expression and business in place of clear text delivery.
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Sir Peter Teazle
King Bolt
Museum
Pitt
Sir Peter
Sheridan
Mr. Pitt
St Peter
Miss Clarke
Lady Teazle
Miss Addison
Mrs. Candour
Crabtree
Mr. Burrows
Rotley
Froeckton
Abbe
Moses
Trip
Burrows
Coleman
Davenport
Dunbar
Campaign contributions tied to Senator Brice under scrutiny
The Providence Journal notes Brice faces doubt over bribery claims in his election. It argues he is too shrewd to directly pull political favors, while suggesting Wanamaker’s advice to fund politics implies reckless spending if Brice did not contribute sizable funds.
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Senator Brice
Ohio
Consumer stance against seal leasing repeal in government policy
Secretary Windom writes to the Senate commerce committee opposing repeal of the seal leasing policy, arguing only dollars matter while consumer interests are ignored. Senator Dawes supports bringing the sealing business under competition with government regulation on seals.
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Windom
Senate Committee On Commerce
Dawes
iSpringfield Republican
Ind
Babson questioned over Haliburn Trust fishing treatment
A Boston paper despatch from Gloucester reports fishermen alleging harsh treatment by the Haliburn Trust. Critics ask where Babson stands, hinting at possible anti Canada moves or hidden ties to the Babson firm, longtime Halibut Trust leaders.
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Babson
Boston
Gloucester
Haliburn Trust
Fitz Babson
Canada
The
Babsons
Halibut Trust
S.x. Times
Jnd
Odd Fragments and Notable Anecdotes From Public Life
A mosaic of quotes and anecdotes covers Easter devotion, theatre trends, a dead musician’s widow, and satirical quips about Crispo and the Premier. It notes a Clyde ship keel, Miss Nita Shakespeare as carnival queen, Currie’s role in England Portugal talks, Patti on farewell tours, and a portrait of Adam Forepaugh’s disciplined, detail‑driven management and public rapport.
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Italy
Crispi
Jones
MccGinty
Meredith
Scribbler
Inkslinger
Bibbler
Clyde
Nita Shakespeare
Mayor Shakespeare
New Orleans
Shakspere
England
Portugal
Lord Salisbury
Philip Currie
Patti
Duke
Beatrice
Rizzio
Mary
Areyll
Louie
Augusta
Prussia
Adam
Notable 19th Century Figures Headline Snippets
Miss Bertha Ricci returns to the stage while Mrs. Frances Hodgson Burnett stays abroad till summer. Henry Irving rumored to stage King Lear in London next winter. Spurgeon suffers gout attack at Mentone. Sir George Nares visits New York. King of Portugal diagnosed with dengue fever. Oxford Dramatic Society shifts to Browning’s Strafford with Irving Jr. Horace G Wadlin appointed Massachusetts census supervisor. Queen Olga of Greece survives a dangerous carriage incident when a snapped electric wire nearly entangles her.
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Bertha Ricci
Frances Hodgson Burnett
Henry Irving
London
Spurgeon
Mentone
George Nares
Arctic
New York
Portugal
Oxford University Dramatic Society
Marlowe
Malta
Strafford
Robert Browning
Henry Irving, Jr
Horace G. Wadlin
Massachusetts
Wadlin
Carroll D. Wright
Massachusetts Bureau of Labor Statistics
Olga
Greece
Creditors hold meeting on George B. King assets
A meeting of George B. King’s creditors in Boston and Newton discussed liabilities totaling 17388.50 with assets around 10752.67. An investigating committee was appointed to run the business until creditors discharge. Additional notices cover Charles E. Bradley and others facing sizable liabilities and pending sales or compromises.
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George B. King
West Street
Summer Street
Boston
Newton
Frank E. Fitts
Pearl Street
B. W. Warren
G. C. Whittemore
Thomas H. Keenan
T. H. Keenan
J.C. Kennedy
Charles E. Bradley
Carris
South Framingham
Alfred M. Eames
Sidney JA. Phillips
J. B. Moore
Centre Street
Jamaica Plain
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Boston Post
Milk
Washington Street
Eee
GS Hastor
Common Council
Finance Committee
West Roxbury
Brighton
Dorchester
Rome
Dedham
Milton
Board of Aldermen
State House
Custom House
Dr. Holmes
Saturn
George Cornewall Lewis
Clay
Green Mountain Maid
Europe
America
Rysdyck
Maine
General Knox
Thomaston
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