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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1889
Page
4
The Financial and Commercial Departments will be found on the Sixth and Seventh pages while the Ship News appears on the Third page. This notice outlines where readers can locate major sections of the newspaper and does not describe specific events or stories.
Those seeking to preserve the university’s prestige argue for pursuing both reason and remedy. They contend thoughtful analysis and practical fixes are essential to uphold the institution’s standing amid scrutiny and change.
A Boston observer recalls a strawberry festival in a suburban town with liberal berry servings and lively dancing. He then describes watching three sisters from Hull, daughters of poet John Boyle O'Reilly, scanning ships from Telegraph Hill using opera glasses as their mother arrives on a Cunard steamer. The piece closes with breezy reminiscences from Punch in 1856 and a New England sense of hearty language.
A survey of new and reissued fiction including Mrs. R. H. Stoddard's Two Men and Semple House from Cassell & Co, with emphasis on civil war era works now finding renewed reader interest. Also notes on the Andover Review July creed revision, Riverside Paper Series continuations, and forthcoming titles like The Scarlet Letter and John Ward, Preacher.
Lord Tennyson is at work on a poem for which he will receive 1000 dollars. Ex Minister Phelps's Phi Beta Kappa oration receives broad praise nationwide. Mrs Shaw the whistler has allegedly won affections of a titled Briton. Sargent the American artist awarded a medal of honor by Paris art jury, pending grand jury approval. The Prince of Wales's eldest daughter betrothal to the Earl of Fife noted as plain but pleasing. England prepares for the Shah of Persia with the Prince escorting him to Buckingham Palace amid many entertainments.
The New York Tribune accuses the Post of numerous naval discussion mistakes and admits no details, noting it avoids naming errors. It contrasts Roaen's bids with others, calling that shift a clear confession of weak argument in this hot season.
The aldermen echoing the common council push a Colonel Thomas Cass statue into Public Garden. A similar path earlier brought the CoGsweEd fountain to the Common and the mayor’s veto blocked a cheap curiosity. optimism rests on not creating another poorly chosen municipal statue.
The city board of aldermen voted eight to four to set aside the proposed change in the start date of the fiscal year to align with the official year. Supporters argued for the coincidence, noting its advantages, while opponents offered little weighty objection. The ordinance was passed, and experts who know the current system largely approve the plan, suggesting a possible future reconsideration rather than a final defeat.
Colonel W A Bancroft argues Harvard abandoned long used training methods that yielded success and suggests restrictions from the Faculty hurt competition though stoking general athletic interest. He says Yale and English universities still follow the older, proven system and Harvard may deteriorate without it. The debate will draw attention.
The Worcester Evening Gazette suggests Harvard’s defeats arise from team discipline issues and favoritism among factions. It cites a graduate concern over liberty at Cambridge and calls for a remedy to address weaknesses affecting the college.
The piece argues tariff protection depresses wages in protected industries while prosperity grows in general. It notes strikes at Carnegie Steel near Pittsburgh and potential coal mine walkouts in Altoona, threatening tens of thousands of jobs and linking labor strife to New England production and tariff policy. It also touches on Delagoa Bay railway disputes and calls for reform of civil service and campaign finance to curb political corruption.
In House of Lords Lord Salisbury brands Portugal’s revocation of Delagoa Bay concessions as unjust and says three British warships were ordered to protect interests. Sir James Fergusson in the Commons echoes the serious international implications. Portugal argues the railway rights were unmet, while Lisbon faces costs for damaged company property. The Delagoa Bay project involves a £1,000,000 capital and large investments in roadbed and tracts.
The piece critiques Simon Cameron as a machine politician who ruled Pennsylvania by powerful will and tight party discipline. It notes his son Don Cameron succeeded him, and that Boss Quay’s growing influence reflects a public drift toward entrenched control. It argues independence in the state is weak and questions the ideal of such governance.
The piece argues teachers should reassess the value of yearly exams and the feverish last month push. It urges maintaining proper work spirit, resisting pressure to overemphasize difficulties, and questions the necessity of thorough but narrow study. It notes some students seek only passing familiarity with algebra and Latin grammar.
The London Truth argues that the real war danger lies in a possible joint Franco Russian attack on Germany, forcing European contraction with Austria and Italy siding with Germany. It sees no Russo French alliance and warns of Balkan trouble, but deems the scare premature.
The Ozama, sailing from New York, was taken by Lechime's gunboats at Port-au-Prince on June 9. The Ossipee arrived next morning and compelled release, sending the Ozama to Gonaives, echoing the earlier steamship Haytian Republic incident without diplomacy or celebration.
A satirical note questions prize fighting by suggesting using disciplined boxers like a notorious Boston drunkard in training for fictitious bouts. The author mocks the sport and proposes a summer school topic on the ethics of boxing and reform.
Governor Bulkeley invites the President to Hartford on Wednesday. The President will be escorted to the capitol by the Governors Foot Guards and the First Regiment C N G. After a brief reception and lunch he leaves by train, with plans for a 9 a.m. departure from New York to allow two hours in Hartford.
The Northfield School conference opened with Dr. J D Driver of Portland Oregon leading the morning session. In the evening Bishop Cyrus W Foss of Philadelphia spoke on Christianity as Demonstrated to Experiment. Fifteen representatives from British universities attended or were welcome this evening.
Mr and Mrs Thomas Hall celebrated their golden wedding at Hoyts Grove Dustin Square with about one hundred guests. The event included supper and dancing and a large monetary gift was presented to the couple.
Senator Jones of Arkansas arrives in the city with other members Dawes Manderson Stockbridge and Daniel to study the condition of Alaska Indians. It is the first Senate committee trip to Alaska with Dawes signaling the trip is broadly planned and aimed at an in person assessment amid a generally favorable view of Alaska Natives.
The Springfield Republican notes the Republicans must nominate prudently to beat Russell, criticizing Debates and warning against broad, unfocused tickets. It cites Ohio GOP foolishness and a low platform, while Washington coverage questions politicking and statesmanship versus self-serving power. Governor Beaver visits Johns Town and Clara Barton named chief matron for the Red Cross hospital program.
A historic rainstorm in Hong Kong caused widespread destruction from May 29 to 30. Seventeen to twenty deaths are reported, with eight killed by lightning and others drowned or buried in collapsed structures. Public property losses approach $200,000 as roads flood and water mains burst. The Tytam water supply was cut, prompting military aid to clear debris and prevent health hazards.
A collage of quips and clippings from The Century and Siftings. Jokes about clairvoyants Niagara falls and taxes, parlor wits, a Morgantown dog cash boy, and playful exchanges around weddings. Light, era voice, assorted snippets and cartoons.
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