Oliver Wendell Holmes Honored by Boston Medical Library
The Boston Medical Library Association hosted Dr Oliver Wendell Holmes with Dr R M Hodges presiding. Speakers included Dr J R Chadwick Dr David W Cheever Prof Justin Winsor and Dr G B Shattuck. Holmes delivered a reflective address on his medical library and its meaning to students and the profession.
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Oliver Wendell Holmes
Boston Medical Library Association
R. M. Hodges
J. R. Chadwick
David W. Cheever
Justin Winsor
G. B. Shattuck
Holmes
Clarence J. Blake
Henry I. Bowditch
Paris Election Echoes on Boulinger Influence
European press commentary on the Paris election suggests confusion and doubts Boulangers power without ministerial blunders. The piece notes a prevailing belief that Boulang er needs cabinet missteps to advance.
General McCoox Warns Samoa Trade Link to Pacific Power
Former U S minister to Hawaii tells a New York reporter that even a second class naval power ruling Hawaii or Samoa would dominate North Pacific commerce. McCook argues such control would give the rival power essential strategic rights and is no bluster.
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McCoox
United States
Hawaii
New York
Samoa
Hawaian
Samoan
North “Pacific
San Francisco
China
Australia
McCook
Bismarck Letter Complains of American Consuls at Apia
The public Baltimore Sun excerpt presents Prince Bismarck’s complaint to the German legation in Washington about American consuls in Apia. He decries their stance as unfriendly and argues Germany’s actions lack diplomatic approval, revealing a one sided view on neutrality.
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Baltimore Sun
Prince Bismarck
Washington
Apia
Germany
Bismarck
Explosion on steamship Republic prompts safety review
At New York dock the Republic suffered a steam explosion injuring several crew with two dead. The old White Star liner has not sailed transatlantically often lately, prompting suspicions about engine fitness and a call for government inspectors to clear the doubt and protect the line’s reputation.
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Republic
New York
White Star Line
Southern Opinion Turns Against Blaire Bill After Its Rise
The Buatt educational bill, unlikely to pass in the current Congress, gains renewed attention after March 4. Southern press and state legislatures from Arkansas Georgia Florida Louisiana Kentucky condemn the measure as a humbug. Public sentiment shifts from support to resistance, with southern independence and disapproval rising nationwide.
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Buatt
Congress
South
Mr. Blaatt
Arkansas
Nashville
Tenn
Georgia
Florida
Louisiana
Kentucky
Blair
Debate over streetcar strike and fishing tariff fuels tensions
The piece frames New York street railroad workers as appealing to public opinion through widespread service stoppages and disturbances, while Boston fresh fish dealers protest Gloucester owners over import duties. It notes driver pay, arbitration denial, and a Reagan amendment tying US citizenship to fishery crews, with Hoar opposing, and questions the large owners influence.
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Street Railroad Men’s
New York
Public sentiment clash over corporate pressure fuels protests
In a sharp critique, the text condemns corporate capital’s grind as harmful and argues that even an appeal to public opinion through smashing cars and halting travel has not proven effective or likely to succeed.
Mayor-initiated debt outside limit faces veto risk
The demand to petition the Legislature for authority to borrow one million dollars beyond the debt limit for sewerage draws a stronger veto risk than last year. The piece argues against any outside-limit borrowing, cites suburban over-spending, and urges financing from within the limit via annual levies and inside loans. It notes Aldermen Gove and McLAUGHLIN as advocates and stresses the Mayor must sign or veto.
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Gove
McLaughlin
Debated fishing tax proviso targets foreign labor on vessels
The text discusses a one half cent per pound duty on fresh fish with a proviso exempting fish caught by US citizens on the high seas or Great Lakes. It questions large owners using imported Nova Scotia crews and notes Senator Hoar’s insistence on the high seas clause to include his allies. It critiques Reagan’s amendment and whether American fishermen qualify as such.
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Boston
Gloucester
Washington
New York
United States
Senate
Reagan
Senator Hoar
Hoar
High Seas
Dominion of
Canada
Nova Scotia
Carrying the Mails and the Railways Question
The Postmaster General's view that railroads may be compelled to carry mail at Congress fixed rates raises a major constitutional issue. The piece notes the land grant roads fall clearly under Congress power, while other lines lack clear authority to set compensation. It warns that expanding federal reach could resemble autocratic control beyond established limits.
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Congress
Marshall
United States
Dickinson
Making Ambassadors in Senate Vote 26 to 24
The Senate approved a plan to raise four foreign ministers to ambassadors, a move aimed at aligning U S diplomatic practice with international norms. Proponents, including Evarts and Gipson, argued the change strengthens Washington’s diplomatic effectiveness despite partisan questions.
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Washington
EvArts
Edward Thornton
Lord Sackville
Dawes
House
Senator Gipson
Messrs
Sherman
Morgan, Hoar, Call and
Plums
Harvard President Eliot’s Yearly Report Highlights Growth
Harvard University releases the president and treasurer reports for the year ending Sept. 27 1888 detailing investments expenditures and incomes across all departments. The document notes a 124 rise in the student body and emphasizes library growth endowments and new buildings with focus on discipline athletics and graduate studies.
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Harvard University
Yale
Harvard
Harvard Corporation
Extor
Veterinary School
Dental
Eliot
Cambridge
Harvard Dental School
University
Diplomatic Salaries Debated Amidst Ambassador Concerns
The debate centers on improving diplomat pay, arguing current boards are insufficient for chief representatives abroad. Only four ministers would become ambassadors under the plan, reducing potential Treasury burden, with cautious progress anticipated.
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Brarr
Stewart
Senate
Great Britain
France
Russia
Germany
University fund drive to add Gore Hall wing and new buildings
President Extor appeals to university friends to raise 150000 immediately for a Gore Hall extension. New Hast ings Hall dormitory and three University Museum sections will form a major campus expansion. A Fives Court will cost 25000 from H R A Curry. 1887 88 gifts include the Gurneys 169925 Cowdin 22000 Perkins 30000 and 1856 class 6000 for classical learning publications.
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Extor
Friends of the University
Gore
Walter Hastings
University Museum
New England
H. R. A. Curry
New York
Ephraim Gurney
John Cowdin
William Perkins
Debate on Newspaper Criticism and Dramatic Art at Goethe Society
A New York Goethe Society meeting hosted a discussion between Dion Boucicault and William Winter on the influence of newspaper criticism on drama. Both stressed different viewpoints while noting the stage’s current prosperity and the enduring impact of great actors across eras.
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Dion Bevucicault
William Winter
Goethe Society
New York
Boucicaut
Eran
Boorn
Mrs. Sinpons
Mme
Janauschek
Raachel
Bernhardt
Boucicault
Thurston May Join Harrison Cabinet as Interior Head
Indiana observers think John M. Thurston will join Benjamin Harrison’s Cabinet as Interior Secretary. Thurston warns he cannot abandon his Union Pacific attorney work. he may accept if offered. Delaware’s cabinet officer goal is pursued as Senator-elect Higgins plans to press General J. H. Wilson for War.
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Indiana
John M. Thurston
Chicago
Harrison
Interior Department
Delaware
Higgins
Indianapolis
J. H. Wilson
Wilson
Bayard
Senator Allison hints at special session by March
Senator Allison told reporters in Indianapolis a special session may be needed unless major changes occur before March 4. The question appears largely settled.
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Allison
Indianapolis
Dudley Expected to Be Commissioner of Patents Amid Cabinet Talk
The piece notes Colonel W. W. Dudley may become commissioner of patents while in New York his presence is sought to address libel suits. It also outlines Indiana’s cabinet ideas including General Alger for War and possibleInterior and Attorney General picks. Senator Allison leaves Harrison mansion amid remarks and a light moment over forgotten change and a Pullman ticket.
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W. W. Dudley
New York
Supreme Court
Senator Allison
Harrison Mansion
Rhode Island civil service reform bill buried by House
Rhode Island legislators oppose civil service reform and the committee on special legislation adverse reports a bill to appoint three commissioners to test candidates, with the House burying it by a unanimous vote. Maine considers railroads bill urging free transport for incumbents. text hints at broad favors and gifts from railroads. Colonel McClure cites Blaine to head Harrison Cabinet, debating dominance between Harrison and Blaine amid party divisions and rewards.
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Committee On
House
Colonel McClure
Philadelphia Times
Blaine
Harrison
Clay
Tyler
Taylor
Hayes
Arthur
Twain
Garfield
War of factions looms over Blaine Quay clash in Pennsylvania
The Times predicts Blaine's appointment will trigger bitter factional conflict in Pennsylvania with Blaine aligned forces forming against Quay. It notes Blaine's prestige could drive a Blaine organization despite his and Quay's reluctance and Harrison's stance to observe the clash.
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Pennsylvania
the Times
Quay
Harrison
Grant kin among England bound Etruria passengers
Among the passengers from England on the steamer Etruria were Mrs. Nellie Grant Sartoris, the married daughter of General Grant, and her two children.
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England
Etruria
Nellie Grant Sartoris
General Grant
Fragment of a 19th century miscellany column
A collection of dated quips, anecdotes, and social commentary from a historic newspaper page. It includes jokes about pensions, diamonds, books, and college bans, plus caricatures of advertising and fashion fads.
Tax on printers stirs Constantinople as publishers suffer
The Constantinople municipality levies a 70 piastre tax on printers and publishers, hitting Greek printers hardest. Journal Neologos suspends publication while British, Italian, and French ambassadors seek withdrawal. In Paris Floquet proposes a republican meeting, Royalist Right hints at monarchy, and Latin Quarter students riot. In Pesto the Hungarian Diet passes a military bill after weeks of debate, with PM Von Tisza escorted by police through hostile crowds.
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Neologos
Paris
Floquet
Rochefoucauld
Doudeauville
Velng
Comte de Paris
France
Latin Quarter
General Boulanger
Pesto
Herr von Tisza
Courage of His Convictions in Samoan Naval Stand
Editorial comments on Secretary Whitney and the navy, praising bold stance against Germany and affirming conviction and resolve in Samoan waters as reported by the Philadelphia Record.
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Whitney
Germany
Philadelphia Record
Ind
Interesting Season Ahead for Secretary Blaine in Canal Debate
The New York World notes Blaine, serving again as Secretary of State, may aid Edmunds in the Nicaragua Canal project over Panama, with a wary view of Samoa. The piece hints at his past blunt governance and suggests an intriguing period ahead.
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Edmunds
Nicaragua Canal
Panama
Samoa
N. Y
Dem
History Repeats Itself In French Political Rallies
In a reflective comparison, the New York Tribune notes Louis Napoleon’s 19th century pledge to stay above parties and rally voters, paralleled by General Boulanger’s current vow to transform his fear into a unifying cry for citizens, warning that history again mirrors itself.
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France
Louis Napoleon
General Boulanger
N. Y. Tribune
Note From Professor Cohn Corrects Franco Crisis Interview
Adolphe Comm writes to the Post from Cambridge January 29 correcting an interview error. He says the shift from Scrutin de Liste to Scrutin d Arrondissement affects only electoral law, not the constitution, which he hopes remains unaltered for some time.
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France
Scrutin de Liste
Scrutin d’ Arrondissement
Adolphe Comm
Cambridge
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