Publication notice and subscription rates list
Post Publishing Co announces subscription prices for daily and weekly editions and provides office addresses in Milk near Washington Street Nassau Street Fourteenth Street. It notes second class matter status and that payments should be sent at sender's risk with checks payable to New York Agency.
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Post Publishing CO
Washington Street
New York
Nassau Street
Ernest F. Biemincham
Washington
Fourteenth Street
Henry Laurens in the London Tower and Gettysburg Pickett’s Charge
The July Magazine of American History reviews Henry Laurens capture en route to Holland and his release tied to Cornwallis’ captivity, praising its vivid portrayal. It also highlights Col Devereaux’s account of Pickett’s Charge at Gettysburg, noting its pivotal role in halting the Confederate advance and aiding Union victory.
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Henry Laurens
London Tower
Pickett
Gettysburg
Magazine of American History
Laurens
Holland
Old Dutch Republic
New Republic
Cornwallis
Tower of London
Middle States
North
Devereaux
Massachusetts
Justin Winsor
American Historical Association
Boston
Financial and Ship News Page References
The notice lists manly sections and page placements for the Financial and Commercial Departments on pages six and seven and the Ship News on page three. It informs readers where to find specific newsroom content in the issue.
Death toll in New York reaches high weekly rate
The New York death rate for the previous week was unusually high at 1276 deaths, the worst since 1880. Heat and unsanitary living conditions drove fatalities, with tenement districts bearing the heaviest burden as 781 of 834 deaths were among children under five. The city overall saw a similar spike, especially among young children, with 108 deaths among 262.
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New York
End of Chicago Bricklayers Strike Settled by Arbitration
The Chicago bricklayers and stone masons reach a tardy settlement by arbitration. A committee proposes unions revise rules to permit more apprentices and drop the walking delegate. Employers adopt the eight hour day and submit Saturday pay questions to arbitration. The delay is the only regrettable feature.
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Chicago
Home Rule Victory Shrinks Tory Majority in North Paddington
The North Paddington election result in London cuts the Tory majority by more than half, a substantial Home Rule victory that signals a major shift in popular sentiment. Liberal support and the Cass incident may have influenced the outcome, but the Tory strength in this stronghold has markedly diminished.
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North Paddington
London
Commons
Excommunication of Dr EpwArd McGlynn Sparks Debate
The formal Roman church action against Dr EpwArd McGuigan ends an incident but displeases Henry George who calls for a more theatrical show. The archbishop says penalties are spiritual, affecting the next world rather than this life. McGuigan may live without church rites yet could still do good, his political eccentricities blamed for potential ruin.
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Epward McGlynn
Henry George
McGuigan
Grover
Panama Canal loan push by M pre Lesseps amid doubts
M pre Lesseps urges a new 100 million loan for his Panama Canal Company while claiming 20 million remains in treasury and bonds will sell for 85 dollars each at a 74 percent discount. The plan lowers the effective cash inflow to 42.5 million though debt rises by 100 million as political timing could hinder future financing. As the canal nears completion, loan terms grow less favorable, a noted anomaly in financing and construction.
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Panama Canal
M. Pre Lessers
M. Pre Lesseps
France
Sunstroke Cases Reported in New York Saturday
In New York on Saturday eighteen sunstroke cases were reported, some ending fatally, with likely additional unreported instances. The report notes the heat wave and warns of dangers for outdoor workers and children.
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New York
Boston Climate Compared With New York In Summer
The text notes temperatures barely reached 93 yet heat affected people. It contrasts Boston and New York winters, suggesting Boston’s summer heat is milder. It recalls Boston as a summer resort for Southerners in old times, while Maine’s coast has now been discovered.
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Mometer
New York
Boston
Maine
Opera Bouffe Revolution in Hawaii Prompts Cautious View
The upheaval in Hawaii is praised for its bloodless nature and peaceful transfer of power. King acquiesces, ministry dismissed, new cabinet chosen, with pledges of restraint. Analysts doubt republic form, warn against abrupt annexation talk, urging continued U.S. protection and stability in the Pacific.
Protectorate over Holy Places and European power aims
The article notes France signaling a revival of protectorate claims over the Holy Places in Bethlehem and Jerusalem, with duties divided among Catholic Greek and Armenian churches. It recalls the Quadruple Note of Britain Austria Prussia France and the clash over Russian and Austrian interests, hinting at broader European tensions and past Crimean War links.
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France
Lebanon
Napoleon III
Holy Manger
Bethlehem
The
Oly Sepulchre
Jerusalem
Russia
Austria
Holy Roman Empire
Europe
Great Britain
Prussia
Constantinople
Joan Russell
Stratforp Canning
Washington
Treasury Surplus and Bond Purchase Debate
The article discusses Mr. Harvey Fisk's view that Treasury surplus cannot be stabilized without buying 44 percent bonds. It notes the June 80 deposits in national banks near 23 million, with little change year over year. Currency holdings rose from 319.8 to 330.5 million in the year, suggesting no immediate alarm though excessive taxation remains a problem.
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Harvey Fisk
New York
Secretary of the Treasury
Treasury
Fisk
United States Treasury
Europe Faces East with Western Aid and Legal Strife
The passage contrasts European powers and the British ambassador’s display with enduring injustices by Moslem law against a minority. It notes how retaliation by Western states can arise when law denies justice to a race or class, and it discusses the implications for France Russia and the Eastern question in Europe.
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France
Austria
Western
Europe
Russia
Will-Breaking Upholds CopMAN Will Cautions Courts
The Probate Judge upholds the CopMAN will, faulting undue influence claims as weak. The piece argues strong public policy for allowing a sound minded testator full disposal of property within legal limits, warning that broad undue influence rulings invite perjury and litigation and destabilize wills. An appeal to the Massachusetts Supreme Court is anticipated.
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Massachusetts
Commonwealth
Supreme Court
White Caps Band in Indiana Suppresses Men with Deadly Tactics
In Crawford county Indiana a group named the White Caps has disciplined two brothers Navshee, leaving them for dead after killings and wounds to several assailants. The Bald Knobbers and similar secret societies are noted as spreading through western states with vigilante style justice. A few experiences of the era are recounted.
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Missouri
Crawford County
Indiana
Navshee
Indicted Woman Accused Of Eavesdropping Nuisance In Philadelphia
Louisa EERLINE is charged in Philadelphia with being a common eavesdropper from June 21, 1887, onwards, listening at houses and repeating gossip that disturbed citizens and violated the peace of Pennsylvania.
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Philadelphia
Louisa Eerline
Commonwealth
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Boston editor funds professorship of practical journalism at Harvard
A telegraphic despatch notes a wealthy Boston editor has provided in his will for a fund to establish a professorship of practical journalism at Harvard. The piece argues Harvard College is a school of journalism and that practical training should begin when a young man enters a newspaper office.
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New York
Boston
Harvard
Harvard College
New English coinage Spurs buyers to hoard five pound pieces
The London Standard notes skepticism toward the new English coinage but observes a surging rush to obtain specimens. It cites rumors that five pound pieces will not be minted further, fueling premiums. With circulation unlikely, demand tests hoarding as collectors seek curiosities likely to gain value.
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London Standard
Betting mania crowds Kirkgate Midding in Leeds described as blot
A Leeds correspondent condemns daily betting at the Midding behind Kirkgate market where thousands gather for betting shows, bookies of all ranks, and women and men stake money while police allegedly permit the scene. It notes a boy shouting odds to excited crowds and lists varied participants from shop lads to wealthy men amid a Babel of cries and wagers.
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England
Pall Mall
Leeds
Kirkgate
Rainy Boston Scene Reflects Seasonal Thunder Shower
A Boston observer recalls a first full flavored thunder shower, its inland odor, and the crowds reacting on the Common. He notes historic water pipes unearthed during Washington Street work, reflects on municipal history, and praises Oakland Garden and Music Hall summer entertainments. He also hints at beer influenced acoustics at Neuendorff's orchestra and laments the decline of local strawberries.
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Boston
Cogswell
Ebenezer Hancock
Russell Sturgis
Jonathan Harris
Oakland Garden
Music Hall
Lil
Brocolini
Notable Washington correspondents and social figures noted
Emma Jones is praised as the brightest Washington woman correspondent and unmarried with a good income and pleasant home. The column mentions Miss Constance Fennimore Woolson at Florence, Senator Allison touring the territories, Sidney Dickinson pursuing art lectures in France and the Sandwich Islands, Burne Jones finishing Caritas, Mrs Standiford as Kentucky’s third wife, Abel Stevens arriving in California, Abel Stevens celebrating his son’s marriage, Harry Honore a prominent figure in Chicago real estate, and Ella Wheeler Wilcox investing in an iron mine with profits already drawn.
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Emma Jones
Corps of Washington
Constance Fennimore Woolson
Florence
Villa Brichieri
Browning
Aurora Leigh
Allison
Dakota
Montana
Washington
Oregon
California
Blaine
LN. Y
Sidney Dickinson
France
Sandwich Islands
Paris
United States
Burne Jones
Standiford
Kentucky
Dr. Standiford
Paducah
Abel Stevens
Los Angeles
New York
Prodtice Exchange
Harry Honore
Fred Grant
Potter Palmer
Chicago
Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Gogebic
Reflections on berries and fashion by Tavern er
The writer laments scarce luscious berries and recalls enjoying cherries from trees while noting a late life habit of two bites at the cherry. He travels Blue Hill and Maine blueberry pickers head for a famed hill while criticizing tennis jacket color trends and warning against garish red and black or blue and black stripes.
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Dr. Holmes
Blue Hill
Milton
New Hampshire
Publishers Notes on Summer Novels and Autumn Publications
The latest Ticknor's Paper Series includes Mrs. Clement's Eleanor Maitland and The House of the Musician by Virginia W Johnson, plus Geraldine a Souvenir of the St Lawrence by an anonymous American poet. Barrett Wendell's The Duchess Emilia appears next Saturday with a lineup of Howells Henry James and Edgar Fawcett to follow.
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Ticknor
Mrs. Clement
Eleanor Maitland
Virginia W. Johnson
Geraldine
St. Lawrence
Barrett Wendell
Emilia
Howells
Dr. Breen
Henry James
Three Cities
Edgar Fawcett
High Bridge
G. P. Putnam's Sons
Cox
United States
Turkey
Principe
Edward Everett Hale
Washington
Washington Irving
Irving
Sleepy Hollow
John F. Weir
Yale Art School
Shaler
Sara Louise Saunders
New York
Dresa
Lee & Shepard
Iem
The Color Line Across the South and North
An editorial argues that social problems from racial coexistence are complex in the South, noting railcar segregation pressures even where few Black passengers exist. It claims no more prejudice at the South than the North, but insists contracts like first-class rail service must be color blind.
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Southern Railroad
N.Y. World
Dem
A New Epoch in Our History Promises Southern Northern Union
The text proclaims a new era where the South joins the North in a non political, commercial rivalry. It foresees Southern resources like iron coal and limestone fueling prosperity and capital flowing between regions to mutual investment. Children's descendants will reap benefits from this integration.
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N. Y. Herald
Ind
Blaine’s London Visit Delights British Aristocracy
Washington Post reports that Mr Blaine’s tour of England has disappointed few admirers as the aggressive American statesman mingles with the aristocracy. Critics expected shock or strife, yet Blaine appears serenely at ease, raising questions about his influence and charm in London society.
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Mr. Blaine
England
Atlantic
Blaine
London
Washington Post
Dem
Laugh and Kelp Coog: Lessons on Patience and Humor
A short ad-like note urges readers to learn from a philosopher and handle summer heat with laughter. It cautions against anger and strong drink, recommending a mild, cheerful approach to daily burdens for better well being.
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Commercial Advertiser
Political prospects hinge on future issues not old grievances
A New York Times editorial (Independent Republican) argues disaster awaits if Republicans rely on revived old antagonisms or sympathy for veterans. It says appeals that failed three years ago will fail again, and the party must adopt forward looking issues to avoid a sweeping defeat.
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Republican Party
N. Y
Political realignments before the national election
The Atlanta Constitution notes that minor political groups will shrink as voters join the two major parties. Extremists and cranks unsatisfied with Democrats or Republicans will feel isolated at the polls as the decisive clash approaches.
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Atlanta Constitution
Dem
Royalty on a Tear at Wild West Show
London Letter describes the Princess of Wales and royal party visiting a Deadwood coach and a switchback ride. Kings and Princes, including Albert Victor, smoke openly and crowd reactions differ. The Princess shows ease and delight, while other royals appear stiff. Major Joan E. Burk is noted as a favorited handler.
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London
N.Y. World
Princess of Wales
Saxony
Greece
Sweden
Prince George of Wales
Prince Albert Victor of Wales
Prince
Prince and Princess of Wales
Cody
Solemon
Prince Albert Victor
Joan E. Burk
Smith
Miscellany of Local Gossip and National Snippets
A column of quick-hit items covers a broad range from social and political notes to humorous asides. It mentions a gored bull at a pope’s event, a popular watering place for water carts, a marriage in Britain, court fines, flags and ships, a large number of Bernhardt names, Sunday paper expansions, and various remarks on politics, weather, and public life. It highlights Bradford England Sundays, General Greely, a new Kansas county, Stillwater fair wheel odds, Siam royalty traveling to America, and color-line commentary. The piece mixes humor, curiosities, and brief observations across places like New York, Cambridge, Pittsburg, and Chicago with little narrative cohesion.
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Faulkner
West Virginia
Bradford
England
General Greely
Nanotucket
Washington
United States Postal Guide
Kansas
Greeley
Horace
Tribune
Springfield Union
Stillwater Fair
Minnesota
Devenmong Varopraker
Siam
Phra Paramindi Maha Chulalon
Embry
Methodist Episcopal Church
New York Tribune
Fairchild
Tuttle
Grand Army
Aright
Pittsburg
Tennessee
Memphis
Hudson
Albany
Peekskill
Matthew Kennedy
Sheldon Pease
Cleveland
America
Europe
Mr. Pease
Sam Jones
Baltimore
Sam
Burlington Free Press
United States
Norwich Bulletin
Dakota
Dakota Bell
Long John Wentworth
Chicago
Cooley Farm
Kinsley’s
Philadelphia Times
Borioboola Gha
Christendom
Chicago News
Mose Schaumberg
Austin, Avenue
Mose
Texas Siftings
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Zweifel
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