Alleged Civil Service Violations at New York Port Office
The Boston Post cites the New York Evening Post accusing the surveyor of the port of New York of civil service evasion. It alleges temporary appointments without exams, favoritism, and political patronage spreading across the office to dilute Republican officials. It challenges Surveyor Beattie’s fitness under Cleveland administration standards.
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New York Evening Post
Port of New York
The
Evening Post
Aleged
Surveyor Beattie
Cleviland
Cleveland
PowpERLY Replies On Temperance And Labor Criticism
In the Journal of United Labor Mr PowpERLY defends his temperance stance and actions within the Knights of Labor. He asserts his rightness in abstaining from strong drink and in excluding tavern influence from assemblies, urging focus on labor organization over temperance debates. He criticizes broader strikes and boycotts but emphasizes personal discipline.
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Journal of United Labor
Powperly
Lynn
Powderly
Anther
Order of the Knights of Labor
Emperance
Temperance Society
Patent nostrum sparks notes on Barrett court victory
The advertisement of a patent medicine ties to Judge Barrett's court success. Delancey Ticoll, assistant district attorney, writes to the nostrum’s proprietor claiming renewed vitality after four weeks of use in the Sharp case. The physician Violl and others report similar trials with Martini and Fellows, suggesting science over nature in legal practice.
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New York
Barrett
Delancey Ticoll
Violl
Martine
Fellows
Acob Sharp
Saarp
Nicola
Frrows
Alumni Association considers Harvard policy changes debate
The Alumni Association of Harvard contemplates adopting the measure pressed by later losses and asks candidates and the board of overseers for their views on key college questions. Most recent graduates approve changes in policy now under discussion and the shape of the classes.
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Harvard
Alumni Overseers to Be Replaced by Clerks at College
The proposal suggests replacing alumni overseers with clerks to record the will of a widely dispersed constituency. It signals a shift in alumni temperament toward valuing obedience to numbers over individual judgment and information, contrasting with leaders like Henry Ler and Leverett Saltonstall who resisted such changes.
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Henry Ler
Leverett Saltonstall
College Boat Races and Civil Service Reform Reflections
The article recalls the 1887 college boat races among Harvard Yale and Columbia noting the English stroke and light crews, and discusses possible course length changes. It then argues civil service reform should replace partisanship with merit, warning against mere retention of political appointees.
The Civil Service Under Scrutiny Amid Reform Drive
Assistant Postmaster Dale defends civil service integrity in a statement cited by the article. Of 756 central and branch employees, only 19 have been removed under General Corse, with reasons implied but not detailed. Public press scrutiny reflects a shift in reform-minded public sentiment.
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Federal Service
Central Post Office
General Corse
Jury system in New York proved workable says Times
The New York Times notes that despite its prior claim of impracticality the current jury system succeeded in the Sharp case. It asserts twelve men of intelligence and integrity can be drawn to handle complex issues and render a just verdict based on the evidence, indicating that material for service exists.
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New York Times
New York
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Times
condemned killer's public death toll stunt in Louisville
A soon to be executed Louisville felon was allowed to face spectators at his cell door collecting five cent pieces for a burial wallet. He said this was his last chance for heaven tomorrow and urged men to move on as he prepared for death, prompting concerns over the jailer's decision.
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Louisville
Texas Constable Fights Runaway Convict at River
A constable armed with a pistol fought a runaway convict near a Texas river bend. The convict was killed while the constable surfaced with severe nonfatal wounds. The episode reads like a dime novel if the outcome had differed.
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Texas
New York Star Promotes Grant Monument Fund Chants
The New York Star advocates a Grant Monument fund with strong public appeal and bold emphasis. The paper alternates fronts with race tips to draw readers to subscribe and support the project.
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New York Star
General Grant
Earthquake of politics shakes New Hampshire legislators
A satirical column links a supposed New Hampshire earthquake to a tremulous legislature. It jokes that the quake centers in Concord and the State House reflects the senatorial contest, implying collective political anxiety rather than a real seismic event.
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New Hampshire
Bellows Falls
Massachusetts
Concord
State House
Mystery sea tale hints at sea serpents and political slips
The passage satirically suggests a chain of weak players may fail with a strong figure named Chandler. It teases a sighting of a sea serpent near Merrimac above Concord next week, warning not to be surprised if it appears.
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Concord
Burglary Card Left Behind Leads to Arrest
A New York burglar unknowingly leaves his card in a house he robbed, hidden in his hat. The name is familiar to police, and he is soon arrested. The incident shows even criminals can leave clues.
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New York
New York Sun and Tribune Clash Over Political Targets
The New York Sun criticizes a figure referred to as Mr. Punitzer or PoLitTIzER of the World while the Tribune focuses its attacks on the President, highlighting partisan press battles and editorial focus in recent weeks.
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New York Sun
Fourth of July in Boston and seaside harbor views
The writer describes sun umbrellas in use in hot weather and the seersucker suit, praises acts of self denial by two boys sharing a drink, admires harbor views of Admiral Luce’s squadron and old vessels, and reflects on Boston’s Fourth of July traditions and past celebrations, urging a city country split for the holiday.
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Taverner
New War Ship to Build at Brooklyn Navy Yard
Secretary Whitney says one new war ship will be built at the Brooklyn Navy Yard with careful, not rushed, preparation. The presidential year offers a convenient window for large scale mechanical work, with Ross McLaughlin named as foreman.
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Whitney
Brooklyn Navy Yard
Ross McLaughlin
Tribune
Rep
Lima incident reinforces Blaine leadership claim abroad
In a Lima view, Brother Blaine’s overseas trip proves his political acumen as he faced a German professor on the steamship Ems. The piece credits Blaine with endurance amid a setback, arguing the 1888 race sees him unchallenged and controlling the field despite rival attempts.
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Lima
Brother Blaine
Blaine
Ems
Ohio
Allen
N. ¥. Sunind
The New South Progress Promise Yet to Fulfill
The Providence Journal argues that true Southern progress has only begun. It notes a need for changes in business and saving habits, diversification of industry, and broader diffusion of progressive life before the situation is satisfactory.
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Providence Journal
Congress Should Not Rush Tax Repeal Amid High Taxes
The Philadelphia Record argues against repealing tobacco and whiskey taxes. It warns such a move would be folly during heavy taxation on raw materials and family essentials. It says Congress will have time to deliberate when the session opens, avoiding Treasury drains.
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Congress
Philadelphia Record
A Man of High Degree for Chauncey Depew
The piece argues Yale should honor Chauncey M. Depew with every possible degree. It praises him as orator, counsellor, philosopher, storyteller, soldier and professor of belief. It claims he deserves LL.D. and many other titles, even exotic ones.
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Yale
Chauncey M. Depew
Chauncey
Depew
Lebanon
Opinion on Assisted Emigration Policy and Immigration Limits
A New York Commercial Advertiser opinion denounces assisted emigration arguing it would turn the country into a dumping ground for European paupers. It warns such immigrants would be bedridden and unable to work, risking public charges and social strain, and calls for strict enforcement of immigration laws.
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Europe
N. Y
Democrats Press Tax Reform in House Amid GOP Resistance
The Democrats on the House Ways and Means Committee pushed to discuss and revise revenue laws to curb Treasury build up. Republicans largely refused even to consider the question, arguing they bore no responsibility for failures to pursue tax relief. The piece frames this as Mr Sherman’s view of Republican statesmanship by saying no to tax discussions.
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China
Winthrop Place
Summer Street
Ways and Means Committee
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House
Sherman
Washington Post
Burgess Opinion on New Yacht At Issue In Mayflower Race
Mr Burgess doubts iron builds beat wooden yachts saying smooth bottom surfaces and weight distribution favor wood. He fears limited time to finish fittings and predicts outcome uncertain but hopes the new yacht will win. Mrs Sanborn of Laconia drowned herself in Winnipesaukee River at 36, left note stating she did not wish to be a burden.
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Texas
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James Brown Potter
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Phillips Exeter Lectures 1885 86 Overview Faced with Education
The Phillips Exeter Lectures of 1885 86 cover education topics by leading figures. Dr E E Hale urges physical mental and spiritual exercises. Dr McCord stresses habit and an intellectual class. Dr Walker discusses Socialism. Dr Bartlett notes spontaneous elements in scholarship. Dr Carter reverence and heroic biographies. Dr Robinson self made and unmade. Dr Porter the ideal scholar. Dr Phillips rooks value of biographies. Dr Carter and Dr Brooks praise biographies linking books and life.
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E. E. Hale
McCord
Francis A. Walker
Scribner’s Magazine
Bartlett
Dartmouth College
Carter
Williams
Robinson
Brown University
Porter
Yale
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Brooks
Whyit
MccCosh
Utah constitutional convention opens for statehood
Salt Lake City July 1 The Utah constitutional convention met in the City Hall. Judge Warren N Dusenbury of Provo elected temporary president and J S Caine chosen president of the convention. Caine urged statehood as Utah's path to progress and noted rights of minorities while pledging a broad liberal constitution. The body organized with officers, adjourned to Friday for standing committees, and drew wide public interest. Conservative Mormons seek cross community cooperation.
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Salt Lake City
Warren N. Dusenbury
Provo
J.S. Caine
Conness
Utah
Notable People Snippets From an Era of Change
A collage of brief bios includes the Vienna opera widow planning a Paris return to dance, Buffalo’s oldest woman nearing her 100th birthday at the Methodist church, Newbury printer Charles Albertson still setting 10 000 ems daily at 70, and Eugene Field the highly paid Western humorist at 37. Additionally, Carnegie eyes Cresson castle with a bride, Cannon’s health falters prompting a Europe trip, rail executive Charles W. Smith bears many accidents, and a vice president’s wife defends her husband amid a bank ruin.
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Levina Fillmore
Buffalo
Charles Albertson
Newbury
E. L. Harper
Cincinnati
Times
Harper
Eugene Field
Chicago News
Andrew Carnegie
Cresson
World
Indignation Over Wall Street Grievances
Russell Sage defends Jay Gould amid anger at Cyrus Field for alleged ingratitude. Sage praises Gould for rescuing Wall Street from panic, laments Field's silence, and warns newspapers may harm public interests by criticizing Gould. Sage urges appreciation for generous acts. Wall Street doubt persists.
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M. ¥. Times
Jay Gould
Russell Sage
Cyrus W. Field
Times
Gould
Mr. Gould
Mr. Field
Wall Street
Cyrus Field
Deacon Sage
Ublic
Jay Goull
Various Worldly Wonders and Whims Across the Nation
A sprawling miscellany notes fireworks desire and hot weather, a Wall Street bookmaker, unions planning aid homes, the fish commission stocking shad, editors and editors’ fortunes, fashion sleeves, graduates, literature questions, Greek costume gossip, a Pennsylvania coatless vow, Fourth of July chaos, Wichita weed rules, Scottish shooting rents, Chinese coin presses, and rail road English, with puns and vignettes on trains and a Potpourri of social quips.
Desire of Sleep Poem Fragment by E. R. Sill
A nocturnal meditation on sleep as a refuge from memory and pain. The speaker longs for dreamless rest to escape despair and yearns to endure until brighter days return, while fearing a midnight awakening to the heart’s ache.
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E. R. Sill
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