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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1887
Page
8
The piece criticizes Barnum style concessions during a circus showing and contrasts American and European summer pastimes. It satirizes vendors, fashion, and audience gullibility while noting Boston yachtsmen and Bathing in France. It ends with reflections on breeding and European leisure.
The Post called on Assistant Postmaster Dale to address criticism over removals since General Corse took charge. Dale says nineteen removals out of 756 staff since Dec 1, 1886, were for cause and not political punishment, citing incompetence, misconduct, and absence. He defends civil service rules and emphasizes Corse’s careful, public-service driven changes.
Dorchester Yacht Club met at Harrison Square with vice commodore W D Hodgkins presiding in commodore's absence. The 100th regatta on June 17 was praised, new members were elected, L M Clark resigned from the regatta committee, and thanks were given to Colonel Taylor and Globe Newspaper Company for the Ocean Gem and the prize cup.
Boston hosts a July 3 afternoon concert by a 31 member band directed by J B Claus starting at 4 o clock. Selections include Zampa Overture Erin Fantasie Germania Scotia and Columbia Fantasia with performances by soloists J F Park and J M Flockton and cornet farewells.
Lynn residents foregather for a bicycle meet featuring novice, amateur, and professional events. Entries include C. R. Carlton Ed Bergholtz W. J. Floyd and others from Lynn with several regional participants. A three mile handicap saw William A Rowe and A A McCurdy race the Lynn track. McCurdy won by twenty yards in 8m 15s.
The State Normal School Association met at the South Church for its eleventh triennial convention. Forty-six classes attended as officers were re elected. Prof Hagar reported 37 girls admitted and 185 graduates in the two year course, 88 graduates in the four year course, with admissions from many states Nova Scotia and Japan. Lectures and memorials followed with readings by Emma L Crabtree and Mabel P Vickery and a Boston address by Larkin Dunton LL D. A dinner and short addresses concluded the event.
Concorp July 1. In the House this forenoon bills define punish misuse of railroad earnings to influence legislation relating to railroad passes amend the Upper Coos railroad charter require all railroads in the State to sell 1000 mile tickets at 2 cents per mile and address foreign assessment and cooperative insurance companies. Senate adopts a resolution to meet the House in joint session to canvass votes for a constitutional convention. Senate adjourns to Monday evening. House to meet tomorrow morning then recess until Tuesday forenoon.
George Seibens a peddler in Lynn during the Coliseum exhibition was arrested on a charge of obtaining money under false pretences. He sat in the directors room to write and took Grand Army letter-heads with the seal of the General Lander Building Association to solicit ads. Welch & Cummings paid in advance for an ad claiming it would benefit the Grand Army, but a firm official and a Grand Army member indicated the exhibition had closed and advertising had ended.
Dramatic notes report Gilbert and Sullivan's Iolanthe staged at Oakland Garden tonight with Signor Brocolini and Miss Janet Edmondson in Strephen and Phyllis, roles they previously premiered in this city at the Bijou Theatre. A strong cast is promised and matinee offerings feature Corinne in Arcadia and Ireland as it is. The Music Hall, promenades, and auditorium remain popular despite heat, and Director Neuendorff showcases a prime program ahead of a patriotic Fourth of July observance. Frank J. Pilling plans summer residence in Boston at Quincy House. Tragedy strikes Milford as the twelve-year-old son of George H. Fairbanks drowns at Fiske's Mills. Two smallpox cases are reported in a New York tenement.
Judge Brooks heard testimony from Mrs. Chamberlain and Frances Hewlett on alleged concealed bonds from the insolvent estate. Creditor John P. Squire and lawyer Edward Avery contested admissibility of husband and wife conversations as evidence. The hearing was adjourned to next Friday.
The Preacher Davis case, using the Common without city permit, drags into another term with doubtful jury trial. Courts hesitate to prosecute as he avoids sectarian incitement and Supreme Court ruled against the law. He insists on a permit only from the highest power.
The New England Base Ball League dined at Parker's last evening. Dr. Guy Whiting and wife of Washington DC are at Parker's. The Hon. Marshall Pierce of Oakland is at the Tremont House. Count Philippe Weissenfeld of Austria and J DuBois of Washington DC are at Young's. Senator Ingalls of Kansas with family returned to Boston and are at the Revere House.
Summary of Senator Sherman's 1885 platform as presented in the M. Sun. It itemizes positions on federal protection for black voters in the South, Irish and German immigration, southern reconciliation, federal control of elections, anti anarchist stance, and a call for national reunion. The piece notes Sherman aims to appeal to Republican delegates, with Blaine allies present and McKinley observing.
The Revere House sustains its high reputation for general excellence and draws internationally known men and women of the era, preserving its status as a favored lodging for prominent visitors.
Arthur W. Blake et al. executors sue Traders National Bank claiming 105 shares of Troy and Greenbush railroad stock held in trust were used to secure Howe's personal debt. Court decrees bank must refund the sale proceeds of 475 077 with interest and costs, subrogating plaintiffs to trust proceeds. Attorneys: Storey for plaintiffs. Hoar and Parker for bank.
The Winthrop school on Tremont street closed for summer with graduation exercises at 9:30 a.m. A 34-item program of readings declamations and singing pleased the large audience. Drawings from the year were displayed and 120 pupils studied in Boston school kitchen No 1. John G Crowley chaired the division committee and presented diplomas to 56 graduates.
The report covers the quarter ending June 30 with 249 on probation April 1, 196 new probations 196 and 201 disposed. Remaining in care 244. The court discharged 115 and 50 sent to country homes 22 to private charity homes 1 to sea 18 unimproved. 166 months imprisonment saved 559 imprisonment months saved and $5906 prison expenses saved. Of disposed cases 107 males 100 females 96 Americans 105 foreigners 68 nonresidents.
The steamship Arabic delivers Miss Kitty O Brien to New York for her planned marriage to Mr Michael Crowley the chimpanzee at Central Park. She comes from near the Congo and traveled via Liverpool with a private stateroom, later adjusted by customs. She eats bananas oranges and rice and shows promise to learn chimpanzee etiquette.
New York merchants Crossman & Co say their Honolulu orders are regular hardware shipments and not linked to the steamer Australia arms. They ship about four times yearly, with consistent ammunition. FE Allen, Hawaiian consul, notes a consular official traveled with Queen Liliuokalani but may or may not have bought arms in Honolulu.
Gospel service for men at 4 30 p m led by George H Richter. Open air meeting on the Common at 6 p m with Rev Frederick Campbell addressing the crowd. Patriotic address by George Makepeace Towle on The Generals of the Revolution and Mozart Male Quartet concerts follow with soloists Everett L Hill Sidney Howe Benjamin B Cudworth Maurice A Metcalf. Doors open 7 15 p m for a 7 45 p m start.
In a Gleaner piece the author criticizes the idea that privilege creates gracious behavior. The writer laments arrogance mistaken for breeding in New England, noting monarchical leanings inherited from Britain and dismissing the notion as false coin.
Discharged after injuries from a dog cart case at Massachusetts General Hospital. An unknown man drops dead in Parker Hill and is taken to City Hospital morgue. A saloon lease shifts to a temperance lunch room due to licensing issues. Nantaskeet steamers announce fifteen daily trips for summer. Reeves's American Band starts concerts with Sunday entertainments ahead. Beach hostelries offer meals and pleasures for visitors. June deaths total 785 with breakdowns by sex race and cause. East Boston ferries adopt new toll rates and ticket practices. Protective No. 1 hosts July 4 event at Hamilton Street. The new Fireworks Drama debuts at Point of Pines. William H. Randall to wed Laura Handy with many well-wishers. Heat yesterday prostrates a horse at Malden and Washington. East Boston post office transition under new superintendent. Police Relief Association votes funds for widows and sick members. East Boston Gun Club plans prize shoot for gold medals. Bangor man found intoxicated in Frog Pond. Guardian Cooperative Bank reports monthly sale of shares. Conductor Wetle death clarification from George M. Carpenter. Boston YMCAs summer harbor excursion set for July 6 with Longfellow steamer and Waltham Band. Chelsea and Stoneham associations to unite.
The Secretary of the Commonwealth awarded the annual printing paper contract to Rice, Kendall & Co. after bidding machine finish at 5 cents per pease, 534 cents per pound colored cover, and other rates for Ranelstone 15 cents Westlock 14 cents Itasca 11 cents with a 1 percent discount for 30 day payments. Other bidders included Carter, Rice & Co. Train, Smith & Co. Whiting Paper Co. Judd Paper Co. A Storrs Bennett & Co. W A Parsons & Co. of New York.
A meeting of the executive council yesterday passed the Fane warrants and confirmed board of arbitration appointments. Nominees include G. Hayes for clerk of the Fitchburg Police Court, Eliza L. Howans for prisons commissioner, and Lyman A. Belknap for trustee of the State almshouse and farm.
Shepard Norwell & Co states new hours from July 1 to September 1 with daily closing at 5 PM and earlier Saturday closures.
The notice states shops will close at 2 PM on Saturdays in July and August to give employees rest. It urges patrons to shop before 1 PM on Saturdays during July and August.
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