Boston Post ad rates and notices amusements today
The Boston Post announces subscription rates for daily and weekly editions, with terms for address changes and payment instructions. Amusements today list Niobe at the Boston Museum Tremont Street near Scollg Square and Last Days of Pompeii at Huntington Avenue.
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New York Republicans Seek Governor Candidate
The New York Republicans face a crowded field with many leaders declining to run. Derry is abroad, Buiss refuses again, and Andrew D. Wurrs of Cornell gains unofficial support. Waite lacks machine appeal, while Colonel John B. Ernampt is pitched as a reformer candidate with a rallying cry against Boss Piatt.
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Derry
Europe
Cornelius N. Buiss
Andrew D. Wurrs
Cornell
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Mugwump
Empire State
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John B. Ernampt
Ernarpt
Maryland Democrats Back Honest Money Platform
The Maryland Democratic platform declares for honest money and opposes inflation from silver or paper, while condemning free silver coinage. It notes Maryland Democrats backed sound money during the last Congress and expects broader East Atlantic support if the issue recurs, framing silver inflation as sectional rather than national policy.
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Maryland
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Game of Politics reshapes Republican fortunes in 1890s press
The Boston Journal portrays Quay and Duprey resignations from the Republican National Committee as a sign of President Harrison’s strength in renomination battles. It cites hostile feelings toward the President as proof of his firm stance against self seeking and spoils hunting, noting Blaine supporters and campaign signals in Bar Harbor. The piece argues the politics are complex and that Harrison benefited from these shifts.
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Convict Leasing Debate Opens In Tennessee
At the extra session of the Tennessee Legislature Governor Buchanan has summoned for August 17 a main question on the convict lease system. The issue follows recent troubles at Briceville and other places, highlighting the system’s fundamental problems.
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Buchanan
Briceville
Public sentiment tests reforms and militia power in state issues
The public questions the popular practice and a Georgia legislative inquiry may push modifications or abolition. If hesitation remains, court action on constitutionality is possible. Governor Buchanan may push a militia power expansion to quell rioting, following miner strikes that challenged authority.
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Georgia
Tennessee
Buchanan
Rightward drift as party defends Quay and Dudley
The piece denounces the Republican National Committee for endorsing Quay and Dudley despite discreditable reputations. It argues the endorsement compounds the party’s shame, elevating discredited figures and failing to purge corruption from leadership. The tone is scathing about self serving political saviors.
Cronstadt Episode Tests Franco Russian Ties and Alliances
The Cronstadt visit by the French squadron sparks diplomatic chatter about the Franco Russian partnership. The Triple Alliance adds warmth to relations, but fundamental differences remain and genuine cooperation is limited. The two nations pursue courteous exchanges while isolated in Europe, with more public bowing and pledges likely as long as the alliance holds.
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Cronstadt
France
Russia
United States
Europe
Parry of visits with France and Russia amid royal tours
The piece argues a French visit to England would largely be a polite gesture, noting English enthusiasm over the German Emperor's English visit and Lord Salisbury's Mansion House pledge to welcome the French fleet, while stressing dynastic treaties are unlikely under the British system and urging the French not to be misled by cordial words.
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England
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Channel
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Russia
Extreme fussiness mars subsidy debate at World’s Fair week
Across editorials the push for mail subsidies is debated amid calls for leeway in rules. The Tribune urges flexible interpretation to aid navigation and trade while warning against overstrict details. Clerical groups plan religious events at the World’s Fair, seen as incongruous with secular celebrations.
Italy’s stance on World Fair leaves sulk behind
Italy plans to stay away from the World's Fair, a government stance rooted in principle. Yet many Italians may still attend to showcase national prowess, despite official reluctance and a chilly diplomatic posture.
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Italy
Europe
Enterprising Americans Urged to Fill Ranks Abroad
The piece jokes that Chilean insurgents need generals and admirals, offering Kentucky colonels and Massachusetts Naval Reserve members as candidates. It notes a new Asbury Park edict banning amateur beach photography and the costly bathing costume, jokingly hinting at Jersey’s bloomers era morality.
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Massachusetts Naval Reserve
Asbury Park
Jersey
Nevada seeks gold to boost status in Congress debate
The piece notes Nevada aiming to gain fame through gold discovery and hints at lawmakers opposing silver free coinage. It cites Ex-Collector Eraarpt’s epigram about independence and separation as a critique of Harrison era despotism.
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Harrison
Speaker Rero Sees Ruins Abroad and Boxing Controversy
The travel narrator notes Rero was impressed by ruins abroad yet says none surpass those he left behind. He adds that condemning boxing in Parliament by Rugby’s member would alarm Tom Brown’s shade from the grave.
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Tom Brown
Haverhill Iron Company Workers Strike Over Back Pay
About forty employees of the Haverhill Iron Company quit work yesterday due to overdue pay. Management says the treasurer is out West and no one can draw funds. The superintendent hopes to settle the trouble soon as the company conducts a large business.
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Haverhill Iron Company
New Tol lerton Stock Yards Planned in Jersey City
New York July 30 The Tollerton Stock Yards Company newly incorporated with a capital of 1,000,000 dollars plans to establish a large stock yard and packing plant in Jersey City. The incorporators are mainly Chicago men tied to the Armour interests.
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Hinman of New Haven Turns Up
New Haven July 30 Hinman contractor for J B Sargent Co who disappeared last Sunday returned home today He refused to explain his conduct.
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New Haven
Conn
John
J. B. Sargent & Co
Quayker city nostalgia and varied 1891 notes
A collage of items from 1891 including Paris Salon receipts, population changes in Europe, beggars in Syracuse, Modjeska’s return to America, social vignettes, Asbury Park attractions, and a remarkable sunken Delaw are pond in New York with moss carpet and a two foot deep water layer.
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Jerry
Paris
Helena Benda Modjeska
Bozenta Chlapowski
America
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Miss Calcium
Republican blunder in Massachusetts over McCall banquet attendance
The Massachusetts Republican leaders punished Samuel W. McCall of Winchester for attending Grover Cleveland’s Sandwic h banquet, though he was slated to chair the Committee on Resolutions at the upcoming convention. The move appears a senseless error, with drafts likely reassigned to another man.
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Samuel W. McCall
Winchester
Grover Cleveland
Sandwich
McCall
Boston Journal
What Divides France and Russia
The Detroit Free Press notes the France Russia alliance would be unlikely and unnatural. France represents republican values while Russia remains despotic, creating a widening gap as leaders privately acknowledge discord despite public pleasantries. The piece argues the alliance would fail against Germany and England.
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Russia
Detroit Free Press
Europe
England
Trade stimulation by tariff boosts Brazil imports
The Philadelphia Telegraph notes the McKinley tariff spurred Brazil's import trade, with over 5 million dollars recorded for the year ending June 30. The rise benefits Britain, not the United States, as profits accrue to transatlantic rivals rather than to Americans.
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Brazil
Bureau of American Republics
Great Britain
The Wrath to Come on The First Tuesday After The First Monday in November 1892
A political argument condemns a party for favoring Quay Wanamaker Clarkson and Dudley while excluding the Erhards from public service. It warns such a party will incur wrath of independent voters and cites the law fixed election date as the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November 1892.
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Clarkson
Dudley
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Public Service
Not a pliant tool and loyal party partisan
The speaker condemns Erhardt as a partisan who would push the Harrison Platt faction in the Republican party. He claims Erhardt was removed from office for refusing to violate his oath and disobey the law to aid factional gain for the public good.
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Harrison-Platt
Republican Party
Mataafa in Samoa Remains Peaceful at Mafia
Advices from Samoa dated July 21 report Mataafa remains peacefully at Mafia and indicate quiet conditions at the time the despatch was sent.
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S. W
Mataafa
Mafia
Education by Absorption and a Boston Gambler
An observer in Boston muses on the shifting meaning of education and notes daily scenes from city life. A mother refuses to let a boy carry papers, a police scene on Boston Common reveals a ten cent piece dispute, and a quiet street corner hosts a graveyard gambler named Jack Hammersley who looks like a Bret Harte character.
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Taverner
Notable Americans Abroad and European Society Figures
General E Burd Grubb sails for home on August 29. Mrs Erving Winslow will read a new unpublished play by Mary E Wilkins at Library Hall Magnolia next Monday evening. Marie Higgins of Washington DC named superintendent of girls schools in Ceylon under the Woman's Educational Society. Hon Join Bigelow, ex Minister to France, seen daily at West Point. Miss Green of Detroit, granddaughter of Robert McClelland, rises as London society’s latest beauty with ties to Pierce’s Cabinet. Lord Charles Beresford, 45, praised as a naval reform advocate. Walter Crane, London artist, residing near the city, reflects on his career and inspirations.
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Spain
Erving Winslow
Mary
E. Wilkins
Giles Corey
Yeoman
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Magnolia
Marie Higgins
Washington, D. C
Ceylon
Woman’s Educational Society
Join Bigelow
France
Cranston
West Point
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London
Miss Green
Detroit
Robert McClelland
Pierce
Prince and Princess of Wales
Ascot
William
Lord Charles Beresford
Admiralty Department
Walter Crane
Crane
Zoological Gardens
Will of Mrs. Searles Filed for Probate in Methuen
The will of Mary F. Searles of Methuen is filed for probate in Essex County. The estate is valued at not less than $30 million with potential total of $75,000,600. She leaves all property to her husband Edward F. Searles and names executors Thomas H. Stillman and Thomas H. Hubbard, noting an adopted son Timothy Hopkins is intentionally omitted.
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Timothy Hopkins
Thomas HE. Stillman
Thomas H. Hubbard
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Methuen
Corner Stone Laid at Concord Home School
The Concord Home School in Concord held a corner stone ceremony with guests from Boston Cambridge and Concord.Speeches by Dr Edward Waldo Emerson Garland and others highlighted the school’s growth and future plans. The building rising near Hosmer’s crossing will cost about 25000 dollars and include classrooms laboratories a gym and a large hall.
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Concord Home School
Boston
Cambridge
Edward Waldo Emerson
Garland
A. P. Peabody
John Fiske
Edwin D. Mead
E. R. Hour
R. G. Hammond
St. Louis Law School
William L. Eaton
Frank B. Sanborn
James K. Hosmer
Washington University
St. Louis
James 5. Garland
Tin Plate Wages A Test Of Labor Loyalties In Pittsburg
New York reports from Pittsburg say a Republican ex-Congressman Niedringhaus sent an agent to recruit non union tin plate workers for his iron mill. Amalgamated officials doubt the decision permitting Welsh imports, fearing a clash over wages. Vice President Sheehan accuses Niedringhaus of favoring foreign labor to cut costs, noting tinning prices abroad versus Pittsburgh. A letter to John D. Rees shows Niedringhaus promising a personal interview, but Rees says no reply arrived and American tin workers could be found locally within hours.
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Owen
Treasury Department
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John D. Kees
Preble Avenue
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Ister
Dividing of the ways on currency policy and world trade
A writer argues the nation should maintain a gold standard to sustain confidence and attract foreign capital. He notes strong crops, profits from cotton, and growing domestic wealth while warning that pursuing silver would threaten trade, inflame political divides, and risk economic disaster. Confidence, credit, and global currency alignment are deemed essential.
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Jersey City Election Officers Sentenced in Fraud Case
Three Jersey City election officers John Stumpf Oscar E Stringham and W J Flynn stood before Judge Lippincott and received jail terms Stumpf got eighteen months while Flynn and Stringham drew nine months each in the corruption case brought against them
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Jersey City
John Stumpf
Oscar E. Stringham
W. J. Flynn
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