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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1886

Page

2

The Hon John Kelly and His Political Legacy

The Hon John Kelly’s illness and death revive memories of his bold but controversial career in practical politics. He ruled Tammany with a rod of iron, yet retained a reputation for personal integrity. Those who knew him beyond the label of boss noted his strong mind and leadership.

John Kelly Kelly Tammany

Providence Meeting Marks Condemnation of Brayton Election

A Providence meeting tonight denounces Charles R Brayton as chief constable and rebukes the state police being turned into a party machine. Brown University, industry groups, the pulpit, and society leaders call for accountability amid political maneuvering and a looming release of confidential letters. In New York Buddenfclk appeals court decision upholding a murder sentence after a sham builder’s collapses injure children, underscoring the danger and lack of restrictions in unsafe construction.

Providence Charles R. Brayton Brown University Providence Plantations State Prohibitory Committee Providence Journal Congress Sanborn Freeman Buddenseik New York Supreme Court Supremeourt Buddenfclk

Knights of Labor Drafts Demands in Cleveland Assembly

The Knights of Labor in Cleveland adopt a sweeping set of demands for Congress. They seek reform of public land distribution, purchase of lands held by aliens, abolition of voter property qualifications, a graduated income tax, passage of labor bills, funding for the bureau of statistics, and an eight hour law for minors. They threaten to hold Congress accountable at the ballot box. Powderly loosens his grip briefly.

Knights of Labor Cleveland Congress Congressional Labor Committee Bureau of Statistics Knights Washington

New Jersey Railroad Tax Law Upheld by Court

Citizens rejoice as the highest court reverses a prior ruling, declaring that railroad property and franchises may be taxed and the 1884 law may stand. Railroads opposed the measure but the decision removes the fear of funding state running expenses and potential bankruptcy.

New Jersey Supreme Court Court of Last Appeal

Opinion on Field claim and legislative action before committee

A column urges the Legislature's committee to act with common sense and dignity regarding Mr Field's claim. It argues the purchase holders have legal title, that Field has had ample hearing, and that the committee should report honestly. If needed, the report should acquit Field of intent to wreck the road and seek no action beyond accepting the evidence.

Field Robinson

Home Rule Bill Faces Defection Threat in Liberal Party

England's home rule bill crisis deepens as Mr. Gladstone's supremacy is challenged by Chamberlain allies. A Monday meeting pledged 52 MPs to vote against the second reading, signaling possible Liberal secession and a projected dissolution. The government observes a thin 168 seat majority with 333 Liberals, 86 Nationalists, and 251 Conservatives.

England Gladstone Chamberlain Mr. Gladstone Lord Hartington Mr. Chamberlain

Redistricting Dilemma: Ward Lines vs Representation

The article argues that post 1875 ward lines no longer fit current populations in Boston. It urges Legislature to restore ten year old ward boundaries or adopt population based apportionment for representatives and councilmen to avoid growing inequality and voter injustice across wards.

Boston

English taste shields Adonis at London theatre

An attempted attack on Dixey’s Adonis at the Gaiety Theatre failed as the play and actor withstood the onslaught. English audiences upheld it with a spontaneous outburst of condemnation for bad art, yet the production may run long after its reception.

Gaiety Theatre London Dixey

Arrival of Arthur Orton as Tichborne claimant shocks readers

The steamer Nevada brings Arthur Orton from Liverpool amid plans to lecture, hailed as Sir Roger Tichborne the Tichborne claimant. The report notes strained relations between the United States and Great Britain yet suggests the overall alliance endures despite the Canadian fishermen seizure incident.

Nevada Liverpool Arthur Orton Sir Roger Tichborne Tichborne United States Great Britain

Quote on Boston climate in Henry James remark

The statement credits Henry James with saying Boston climate intoxicates like champagne and wonders why the lively Boston air did not influence his novel The Bostonians. It notes the oddity of the absence of this exhilaration in his latest work.

Henry James Boston

Boycotts and public charges in mid 19th century press

A collection of brief editorial notes and opinions from various papers debating boycotts against England, ethical critiques of charitable misuse, praise for Col Dan Lamont, and comments on the Southern Negro, cheapness, and the Prohibition Party. The items reflect period concerns with economic policy, social reform, race relations, and political movements.

Godwin's Hengler transformation fails to enthrall London crowd

A Morley crowd attended Mr Godwin's private view of Hengler's circus turned Greek theatre but the event proved dull and failed to deliver entertainment. Notables like Lady Greville Mme Gabrielli Oscar Wilde and Lady Archie Campbell appeared while chorus girls wandered the arena and coffee cups were the only notable offering.

London World Morley Godwin Lady Greville Mme. Gabrielli Oscar Wilde Archie Campbell Prince Malcolm Khan Pusic Alma Murray Helen Todhunter Mr. Godwin Newton

Paris Ridiculing Charities and Aristocrats in Grand Week

London World previews a week of Paris entertainments including military fantasias, nocturnal gala performances, and races at Longechamps. M. Molier gears to host private circus nights inviting cocottes and society ladies, with afters of soupe and dance invitations. A June 7 charity show at Nouveau Cirque features counts and titled dames as performers, with Mme. la Duchesse d Uzes as supreme patron.

Champ de Mars Longechamps M. Molier Benouv Cocottes Toijette Nouveau Cirque Rue St. Honore France Mme. la Duchesse d’Uzes Miloguet

Naval office reshuffles create new three-official structure

Changes in the naval office split the former combined clerk role into three posts. Thomas J. Smith named assistant deputy naval officer and Charles A. Jewell appointed chief clerk, each earning 2000 dollars. Charles Robinson and Lewis A. Dodge were removed, May 25, while George O. Davis moved to the former Dodge post. William Redding, paid 840, fills the abolished 1600-position. Kent defends cost neutrality. Loyery H. Pope remains deputy and Davis clerk, both Republicans, ensuring coverage for document signing.

Naval Office Henry O. Kent Thomas J. Smith Dover N. H Charles A.jewell Plymouth Charles Robinson Robinson Lewis A. Dodge George O. Davis Dodge William Redding Kent Loyery H. Pope

MIT Graduation Exercises Celebrate 41 B S Degrees

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology held graduation exercises in Huntington Hall with 41 B S graduates. Frederick Fox of Portland received an M S, and others from William Lord Brainerd to Frank L. Locke earned architecture and civil engineering degrees. The valedictory was delivered by George Pennell Aborn.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Huntington Hall Walker Frederick Fox Portland William Lord Brainerd South Englewood Ill Frank L. Locke Boston George Pennell Wakefield Institute School of Mechanic Arts Harry P. Benson Salem William F. Dawson Jamaica Plain Benjamin M. Howe Natick John W. Killinger, Jr Lebanon Penn Hiram P. Maxim Hyde Park Nathan R. Pratt Sudbury Walter P. Richardson Frederic A. Schneidt Thaxter N. Tripp Lynn William P. Turner Isle An Haut Norman John B. Wilson Lilian W. Whipple

Perkins Institute commencement at Tremont Temple honors Laura Bridgman

The annual exercises of the Perkins Institute and Massachusetts School for the Blind filled Tremont Temple with an engaged audience. Governor Robinson spoke, praising the school’s work, and plans for a new kindergarten for blind children in Jamaica Plain were outlined by Col lector Saltonstall and Anagnos, highlighting fundraising needs.

Perkins Institution Massachusetts School For the Blind Tremont Temple Laura Bridgman Samuel Eliot Governor Robinson Safce Commonwealth St Rangers Boston Saltonstall Mr. Saltonstall Anagnos Professor Agassiz Republic Switzerland Greece Old Jamaica Plain Alice Viola Cameron Lillie May Fletcher Charles Timothy Gleason Charles Harrison Prescott Daniel Scott

An Old Servant Gone At Somerset House Gate

The London World reports the death of the Somerset House gateway porter who filled the post for many years. The previous holders were veterans from Cardigan’s Balaclava charge and Sir Colin Campbell’s thin red line, each adorned with medals. The last holder, appointed about four years ago, was noted by a clerk for his lack of medals and stout build. When asked if he had served, the man replied yes and named Mr Shaw-Lefevre’s coachman as his regimental past.

Somerset House Gateway Cardigan Eleventh Hussars Colin Shaw-Lefevre London Telegraph Drury Lane Theatre Catherine Street Drury Lane Russell’s Court Bleak House Nemo George Hamilton Metropolitan Public Gardens Association Dickens Erewhile Dedlock Tom Lord Brabazon

Dartmouth Alumni Plan Gathering For June Commencement

A small group of Dartmouth medical graduates met at Dr. A F Pattee s residence to organize a statewide network of secretaries to promote the college s medical interests and to arrange a June 22 commencement gathering, with plans for a fall meeting in this city. About ten or twelve graduates attended. no formal business was conducted.

Dartmouth Dartmouth College A. F. Pattee Springfield Street Bston Hana Homer Framingham Boston Framing Cepa Am’ Vo Sobeenberg Orga Boston & Ibury Railr

Tuckerman Exhibition Captures Katwijk Life in Boston

The Holland born Boston artist Mr. Tuckerman presents fifty paintings and sketches in Studio Building gallery. His work portrays humble fishermen and local scenes with pure lifelike force, combining technical mastery with vivid atmospheric mood.

Tuckerman Holland Boston The Hague Katwijk Thoreau Concord

Mr Mason Exhibits New Veil Of Viatico At Doll and Richards

Louis G. Mason brings in his Paris Salon 1883 painting Viatico to Doll and Richards gallery. The religious Florentine procession scene shows masked brethren, acolytes, hosts, and a canopy, with refined color, strong composition, and notable brushwork. The review praises technical skill and expresses that some parts could be more balanced, yet the work elevates Mason’s standing in the community.

Louis G. Mason Messrs. Doll & Richards Viatico Paris Florence Holy Mason

Notes on Art and Decoration and 1886 Academy Exhibition

The issue surveys Art and Decoration with reproductions from the last Academy exhibition and studio images by Stetson Burleigh Dawson Haim and Raquenet designs. It notes poems drawings and articles on Cabansl Old English Carriages Celtic Metal Work Japanese Homes and Crown Prince of Germany art works. The National Academy of Design autumn show opens Nov 22 and runs to Dec 18 with press access on Nov 18 19. Whistler titles his works Notes Harmonies Nocturnes and Arrangements in Gold and Brown.

Academy Messrs C. W. Stetson S. R. Burleigh Providence F.T. Robinson Edward Dawson George R. Haim Raquenet Jana Hgazine of Art Constable Hungary Heinrich Lang Harold Boulton Charles Whymper Germany Alexander Giernmski Alexandre Cabansl National Academy of Design Whistler

Mrs Woolson's George Eliot study defended by reader letter

JUSTICE argues that Mrs Woolson was already an established author and journalist before lecturing, with three books published from 1873 to 1881, poems in standard collections, and prior weekly essays for a Boston newspaper. The letter questions the reviewer’s claim of lack of originality and asks for examples of similar work.

Post Abba Goold Woolson George Eliot John G. Whittier Europe Boston New England

Witty notices from a bustling literary column

A kaleidoscopic hearsay of European and American anecdotes. An astrologer in London faces fines, Chicago anarchists claim martyrdom while denying bombthrows, and figures like Carl Blind oppose Gladstone home rule. Jests about betting, theatre, and emigration mix with Dickens memorials in London and lively newsroom chatter.

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