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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 12, 1886

Page

2

Senator Beck Bill on Congress Fees Stalls in Judiciary

Senator Edmunds promised to report the bill prohibiting Congress members from taking fees from subsidized railroads within eight days. Now more than double that time has passed with no sign he recalls the pledge. The Boston barber trial looms in public interest as the taunt’s fate hangs over the issue.

Beck Congress Judiciary Committee Senator Edmunds Edmunds Senate Blasir Committee On Pensions Blair New Hampshire Commonwealth of Massachusetts Suffolk Supreme Judicial Court Holden Boston Grace E. Donaldson Commonwealth Crossley Donaldson Corning New York Crossey Donaldson A. D Cuartes H. Parren Libellant Amos S. Darling Amos Darling Salem Street North Margin Street J. Lawrence Amanda Daklimg

State moral weekly lauds anti saloon banner gathering

The State expresses satisfaction at the Tremont Temple gathering and hopes for stronger support after initial wavering. Grand jury indictments target molasses adulterated with chloride of tin, while health examinations since 1882 shift focus to manufacturers and wholesale dealers under updated drug and food definitions to close loopholes and aid prosecutions.

Tremont Temple State Board of Health

Randall tariff bill analyzed as fiscal distemper by Morrison

The Ways and Means report criticizes Mr. Randall's tariff plan for removing internal revenue taxes and cutting some duties, predicting a $48 million revenue shortfall next year. Morrison argues the bill would not lighten taxes, but raise customs receipts by about $5.5 million and worsen duty burdens.

Mr. Morrison Committee On Ways and Means House Mr. Randall Randall Pennsylvania Morrison Congress Ways and Means Committee

Premier Gladstone and Home Rule in the next Parliament

The article argues forecasts on Gladstone's conduct after the election are uncertain. It suggests Conservative and Unionist moves may push a home rule bill, borrowing from Disraeli, to gain Irish support, while warning coercion is off the table and Irish question progress already appears.

Mr. Gladstone Gladstone Disraeli Republican State Committee State Committee Congress

Senate Canal Subsidies Bankroll Greed Draws Outlays

The Senate fast tracks river and harbor appropriations boosting 150000 for the Sturgeon Bay and Lake Michigan canal. Wisconsin land grants funded private canals revert to government as critique labels the scheme impudent and shameless. Portage Lake and Hennepin canal plans follow, aiming to shift Illinois and Michigan canal repair costs to federal treasury with 800000 opening and total 7 to 15 million likely.

Senate Sturgeon Bay Lake Michigan United States Wisconsin Green Bey Mr. Ingalls Mr. Edmunds Hoar Portage Lake Canal Portage Lake and River Improvement Company Lake Superior Ship Canal Railway and Iron Company Hennepin Canal United States Treasury Ilinois Illinois and Michigan

Swinburne Poem Criticized In London Times Review

The London Times reprints Swinburne's campaign poem against Gladstone in a column, criticizing its lack of imagery and noting crude lines. The piece highlights perceived political bias, questions taste and patriotism, and contrasts Swinburne’s past radical fervor with his present anger.

London Times Mr. Swinburne

Harvard Scholar Wins Second Prize in Plymouth Regatta

Professor Goodwin, famed Greek scholar at Harvard, took part in a Plymouth regatta and earned a second prize for his pleasure yacht among first class boats. His boat was named Priscilla, mirroring the famous New York boat, and it finished second after a spirited race. This shows the scholar does not frown on boat racing.

Frarvard Yale Columbia Professor Goodwin Plymouth Yasht Goodwin New York

Hidden Bavarian treasure amid king's debts eyed

A vast hoard of jewels including pearls rubies and diamonds was found at the late King of Bavaria's Berg chateau. Authorities plan searches of his other residences to locate more wealth to help settle the royal debts.

King of Bavaria Berg Munich

Teaching Temperance In Schools Opinion Piece

A compilation of excerpts criticizing temperance education in schools and urging balanced, accurate hygienic facts. Includes editorials from N Y Mail and Express Springfield Republican Chicago Herald Brooklyn Union Hartford Post Albany Argus Fall River Herald and Philadelphia Record.

N.Y

Home Rule Debate Echoes in British Politics

Juste McCarthy comments on the UK political scene noting Goschen's defeat over home rule and praising Dilke's stance while condemning Chamberlain. He recalls Cowen of Newcastle as a brilliant parliamentary orator and loyal Irish ally, predicting Saxon and Liberal secession will fracture, allowing home rulers to prevail.

Juste McCarthy N.Y. Herald Bothwell Claverhouse Scott Goschen Edinburgh Trevelyan Chamberlain Gladstone England Sir Charles Dilke Dilke Macaulay Chelsea Joseph Cowen Newcastle Cowen House of Commons Ireland Salisbury

Atlantic Highlands Independent a two editor town paper

The Atlantic Highlands Independent, edited by two Vassar graduates, covers local news and gossip in Atlantic Highlands on Sandy Hook Bay. It notes a lively office and a wedding report, with lively but imperfect English and curious excursions by visitors.

New York Tribune Atlantic Highlands Sandy Hook Bay Vassar Atlantic Highlands Independent Independent Decisioe Our the Independent Independent” Office Homer Nedding Middletown Elizabeth Hendrickson William AM Borrow New York New Amsterdam

First Massachusetts Agricultural Society exhibition planned

The Bay State Agricultural Society announces its first exhibition at the Massachusetts Charitable Mechanics Building on Huntington Avenue starting October 6. A premium list totals 12,500 with extensive cattle, horse, sheep, swine, poultry, grain and garden displays, plus dozens of specialist departments and prizes. Notable organizers include E. F. Bowditch, Wesley P. Balch, Smith Randall, Warren Eustis, Philander Williams, F. H. Appleton, W. W. Rawson, Major Henry E. Alford, John B. Moore, W. L. Warner, and Charles H. Thayer. Massachusetts Society for Promoting Agriculture supports with 2,500 in prizes. Railroads offer reduced rates for travelers.

Bay State Agricultural Society Massachusetts Charitable Mechanics Huntington Avenue E. F. Bowditch Framingham Wesley P. Balch Warren Eustis Belmont Philander Williams Taunton F. H. Appleton Lynnfield W. W. Rawson Abington Henry E. Alford Mountainville N. Y John B. Moore Concord W. L. Warner Sunderland Charles H. Thayer Massachusetts Society For Promoting Agriculture Winslow S. Lincoln Worcester Edward Burnett Southoro

Song for Unionists by Swinburne in London Times

A poem fragment from Algernon Charles Swinburne addressing union loyalty in England. It calls on readers to test true descent and honor, denounces treason and bloodshed, and contrasts conscience with political manipulation. The piece questions trials of union, power, and national duty, urging trust in England and Dryland’s response.

Farnsworth Bankers and Merchants’ Telegraph Company Western Union

Partial Umpire and Mascot Boost Baseball Prospects

A survey of scattered quips notes that teams may rely on a partial umpire and a mascot as key assets, with humor about politics and society woven through the commentary. The piece references Goode, Maine herring, sardines, and remarks from various papers, reflecting a collage of wit on public life and culture.

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