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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1890

Page

4

Boston Post Publishing Rates Shown in Notice

The Boston Post lists public notice rates for second class matter listing charges: 26.00 3.00 1.50 50c 21.00. The rates pertain to denominated publication services and subscription terms.

Rumors of Balkan Revolution Add to European Anxiety

The dispatch notes unconfirmed but credible rumors of upheaval in Bulgaria with M. Stambouloff facing enemies and Russian influence in Sofia. It also surveys domestic issues from New York corporate evasion of a weekly payment law to tariff debate and railroad crossing decisions near Harvard Bridge, highlighting shifting transport and trade dynamics.

Bulgaria East M. Shtambouloff Ferdinand Russia Sofia Balkan New York

Boston Seeks Faster Ocean Service to Attract European Transit

The piece argues that Boston could draw more European passenger traffic from New England and the West if faster ships were operated. Western travelers heading to or from Europe would use Boston if seven to eight day voyages were available, potentially filling ships during the peak travel season.

Cunard Cephalonia Queenstown Boston Servia New York Europe New England West

Troops at the polls clash over force bill authorship

The piece argues the Senate will consider a force bill not drafted by Davenport and Lopez and predicts troops at polling places, with critics denouncing the move as provoke strife. It explains Section 52 of the Davenport-Lodge bill to justify military aid for enforcing judicial process and enforcing the force bill. It also critiques protectionist subsidies for shipbuilding and discusses an academy and home for shipbuilders led by Mr. Wu and Mr. Web.

Senate Lopez Lopan Rowettl Davenport McKintry New York Tribune Washington United States Rowe McKinley The Tribune Rhowrnu

Academy and Tome for Shipbuilding Memorial Proposed

Mr William S I Wess of New York proposes to erect an Academy and Tome at Fordham, a costly memorial of his shipbuilding success. The institution was incorporated last year, trustees named, site and building plans provided, plus two valuable leased land lots in the city, including his East River shipyard. His aim indicates lasting tribute to his industry.

New England Academy New York Tribune Web Webs United States Clyde Mersey Kiel Stettin Wean William SI. Wess New York Fordham Ileights Weap East River

English in the Schools and the Insular Criticism Debate

The piece argues that English instruction in schools and colleges has been inadequate, shaping poor writing and speaking. It criticizes reliance on inspiration theories and calls for ample automatic instruction in English within the curriculum, noting scarce qualified teachers and uneven college emphasis.

Herald Brecause

Islanders Confront Continental Geniuses in Criticism

A Scots Observer critique posits that geography shapes genius with continental literacy surpassing island talent. It cites Howkis and Cawein, notes political brokers in Paris offer noble titles, and reports summer burglaries as a minor city issue.

Scots Observer Dickens Boston Chicago Andrew Oaknegie Flo

Handwriting on the Walt and Southern Republicans

The piece argues conservatives in the Southern Republican faction oppose the Lodge force bill and inter meddling in Southern elections. It notes farmers alliances in the West and South build campaigns, promising state government reorganizations and anti monopoly Congressmen independent of the two major parties.

South Staunton Valley Virginian Party of Moropoly Philadelphia Record (Ltd

Debated tariff war and McKinley bill risks says Jaegerhuber

In letters and editorials from New York papers, Max Jaegerhuber warns that if the McKinley tariff bill passes European powers will retaliate, threatening U S exports. The discussion also critiques the notion that restricting foreign trade is the supreme duty and questions the bill’s impact on voting rights and constitutional reform.

Max Jaegerhuber Dryfools Europe Old World United States Jaegerhuber Aldrich Sherman Morrill N. Y. Evening Post (Ltd

Sky line of Boston Still Harbors Grace and Harmony

In Boston a writer argues the skyline remains harmonious from vantage points on Dorchester Heights and Independence Square. He notes new structures like Trinity, Brattle Square campanile, and the New Old South add to the view, while the State House dome anchors the hill. The piece contrasts harbor views with peninsula perspectives and downplays assertions of pollution blamed on dogs at Frog Pond.

State House Inner Harbor Boston Dorchester Heights Perkins Institution For the Blind Independence Square Winthrop John R. Penniman Penniman Trinity Brattle Square Old Town Nuremberg

New Jay Writings Offer Purely Documentary Edition

Review praises the four volume expansion of John Jay’s Correspondence and Public Papers 1768 1781 edited by Henry P Johnston. It highlights improved arrangement, helpful notes, and valuable letters and despatches including key addresses and Jay’s mission to Spain, noting his fidelity and patriotism.

Jay Hamilton Franklin Washington Spain Continental Congress New York Congress Great Britain Canada New York Convention Ulster County Versailles John Jay Henry P. Johnston A.M G. P. Putnam's Sons Boston Estes & Lauriat Price

Salem Court Sentences Six for Freight Car Burglary

In District Court James Claxton John Williams Frank Marston John Collins Joseph Collins and John Mack were sentenced to one year each in the House of Correction for breaking and entering a freight car and larceny of beer. Thomas F. Hagan faced trial on possession of 264 short lobsters with judgment reserved. Construction started on a new amuse ment hall on the Pousland estate Central street with a 117 by 452 foot footprint and seating for 1000 on the floor and 500 in galleries. The upper story will house a curio hall. The Board of Trade formed a committee to arrange a reception and banquet for General Alger during his Salem visit on August 11.

Salem Sreerau James Claxton John Williams Frank Marston John Collins Joseph Collins John Mack House of Correction Thomas F. Hagan Pousland Central Street Board of ‘Trade General Alger

Cheap Postal Cards and Poor Mucilage Rant to the Editor

A reader angrily criticizes Postmaster General Wanamaker over cheap postal cards and poor mucilage. The letter laments stamps that stick and envelopes that seal too early, urging the government to match private suppliers in quality.

The Post Wanamaker

Obituary of Marcus M. Loud North Abington lawyer and editor

Marcus M. Loud a noted North Abington lawyer and former actor died suddenly of apoplexy on Sunday Born December 2 1830 he served in the Twelfth Massachusetts Regiment and later practiced law in Portland Detroit and North Abington He edited the North Abington News from 1884 to 1913 and held the school committee post 188 to 1913 He leaves a widow and two children Also noted are the deaths of former Missouri Congressman James P Walker and Acton civic leader Ebenezer Davis.

Marcus M. Loud North Abington Twelfth Massachusetts Regiment Boston Theatre Portland Detroit Mich North Ab Inrton Loud North Plymouth Abington Whitman North Avington News James P. Walker Missouri Dexter Lenpessee Ebenezer Davis Acton

Literary Taste in East London From the Daily News

In the East End fiction dominates reading at the People's Palace Library, with technical and scientific works closely following. Library committee led by Walter Besant notes improved reading, reporting 35 558 volumes issued in six months. Sunday use totals 6 183 open 8 to 10 p m. overall attendance 204 649.

London Daily News East End People’s Palace Library Library Committee Walter Besant People’s Palace

Woman Named Mary Wilson Arrested for Buffalo Burglary

A Buffalo woman calling herself Mary Wilson was arrested by Inspectors Cogan Watts and McCausland on charges of stealing valuables from J. G. Miller’s house. Three trunks held jewelry silverware dresses a diamond pin and a sealskin sacque valued around 3000. She confessed and will be sent back to Buffalo with an officer.

Mary Wilson Cogan Watts McCausland J. G. Miller Buffalo Miss Wilson

Cardinal Gibbons Heads for Boston and Bar Harbor

Cardinal Gibbons leaves Baltimore with Archbishop Salpointe and Rev. Dr. Chappelle for Boston and Bar Harbor. They will attend a Catholic University board meeting and are expected to be gone two to three weeks.

Bartimare Cardinal Gibbons Boston Bar Harbor Archbishop Salpointe Santa Fe N. M Chappelle Washington Catholic University Board

Largest codfish trip at Margaretti unloads 310000 pounds

The schooner Margaretti from Beverly, commanded by Captain Lovell Hines, landed 310,000 pounds of codfish from Grand Bank at Pubnico port. Stock valued at $10,091 17, one of the season’s largest single returns. Half the crew was hired and each member is said to share $350, with payments to be spent in Nova Scotia.

Guovucrster Margaretti Beverly Lovell Hines Pubnico Grand Bank Nova Scotia

Distant Atlantic Notes and European Travel Reflections

A collage of 19th century observations covers ship bills and tariffs, Newfoundland pronunciation, ship anti-fouling products failing, a Memphis pawnbroker failure, literary and theatrical chatter, and a Solomon Islands relief warning. It notes the Duke of Athole distillery sale, Empress and Duchess Japan visits, Boz sketches at Arches Court, and other brief items.

Ada Rehan Shakes Shakespeare in Modern Stage Return

Clement Scott lauds Ada Rehan in The Taming of the Shrew calling her nervous force a masterpiece of expression. John Drew as Petruchio is praised for restraint while Kenyon Livingstone Lyceum offers grand settings and strong supporting turns by James Lewis and Mrs Gilbert.

Clement Scott London Telegraph Katherine Ada Rehan Miss Rehan Katherin Curtis Kenry Living Lyceum J’divuchie Ada Kenan John Drew

Comet Coggia Observed From Harvard Observatory

The new comet discovered by Coggia was observed last night at the Harvard College Observatory by Mr. Wendall. The position in Cambridge mean time is July 21 10h 21m Right ascension 9h 13.1m declination 42 23. The comet is bright but not visible to the naked eye.

Coggia Harvard College Observatory Wendall Cambridge

Mackerel Nearshore Restricts American Vessels

Letters from Captain Edward Horton aboard the Ralph E. Eaton report mackerel schooling plentiful close to shore along Prince Edward Island. The nearshore fish lie inside the legal limit, preventing capture by American vessels for fear of seizure.

Glouucester Edward Horton Ralph E. Eaton North Bay Prince Edward Island

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