Hamburg News on William II and Bismarck interviews
The Hamburg News criticizes Emperor William II for favoring silence after Bismarck’s recent interviews with French journalists. It notes that William’s mood seems bent on carnage, but hopes for Europe’s sake he refrains. The piece also covers the La Bourgogne’s ice-avoiding voyage, Mr Everett H. Barney’s gift of Forest Park land for public use, and debates over parliamentary obstruction in London. It discusses American trade protest in Washington against a Republican bill and reactions from Boston and New York papers.
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Hamburg
William
Bismarck
William II
Europe
New York
la Bourgogne
Everett H. Barney
Springfield
Forest Park
BagNer
Barney
Washington
Boston Journal
Senate “Committee
Boston Traveller
Atlantic
Boston
Boston Merchants Denounce Fraud Allegations in Indian Aid Debate
The piece defends C. F. Hovey & Co. Jonpan Marsh & Co. Shepard Norwell & Co. R. H. Wuitz & Co. and Stuans Haton & Witten, arguing they are wrongly portrayed as corrupt and urging Congress to respect their memorials. It critiques the Indian appropriation bill, noting reductions in education funding and questioning the bill’s sufficiency for ongoing tribal schooling and construction needs. The tone defends established policy and criticizes partisan subserviency.
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C. F. Hovey & Co
Jonpan, Marsh & Co
Shepard, Norrwell & Co
Boston
Congress
Indian Rights Association
Friends of the Indians
Sugar plays central role in Dingley tariff defense
The article critiques Congressman Dingley’s tariff speech before the Home Market Club, arguing sugar dominates his case for protection. It notes misstatements about sugar’s production share, consumption, and price effects, and contrasts calls to extend similar tariff removals to coal, iron, and wool with regional impact in New England.
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Congressman Dingley
Home Market Club
Dingley
Bureau of Statistics
United States
New England
Conciliatory Labor Plan Trial Suggested by Chamber of Commerce
The London Chamber of Commerce proposes a conciliation committee with twelve sub committees to arbitrate trade disputes. Half the members would be workers, half masters, and unresolved cases go to the full committee. The plan mirrors London Society of Compositors practice and needs trusted arbitrators. Brewing Company raises wages by a shilling weekly, boosting payroll by about £7000 yearly, signaling profit sharing as a stabilizing tactic amid potential labor unrest.
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London ‘Society of Compositors
London
Thinness Brewing Company
Guinness
London Chamber of Commerce
Conciliating English Labor Seeks Chamber Action
A surge of strikes across London and other English cities over the past year prompts the London Chamber to pursue action aimed at calming labor unrest and restoring order in the industrial sector.
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London
London Chamber
Massachusetts Institute of Technology at 25 a landmark in education
The graduation exercises at Huntington Hall marked MIT’s twenty fifth anniversary with a bachelor of science degree conferred on 103 graduates. Augustus Lowell delivered a commemorative address, highlighting founders efforts, the early struggles, and Rogers guiding vision. The piece notes large debts, limited endowment, and strong Boston and Massachusetts support sustaining the institution through rapid growth.
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Huntington Hall
Augustus Lowell
Institute
Lowett
Williamb. Rogers
Massachusetts
United States
Europe
Institute of Technology
Rogers
Boston
Commonwealth
Humors of the Census Anger In New York
New York newspapers attack census questions as impertinent prompting fear among census workers who began the day with resignations. A single enumerator faced violence entering Smurf’s saloon after presenting his portfolio and asking questions.
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New York
Smurf
STH
Democratic nominating convention names Josiah Crosby for Congress
Banner reports the fourth district Democratic convention held in this city this afternoon unanimously nominating the Hon. Josiah Crosby of Dexter as candidate for Congress.
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Congress
Banner
Josiah Crosby
Dexter
Notable Early 1900s Gentry News In Brief
A mix of society notices and political rumor: Professor A S Hill of Harvard plans Europe travel aboard the Cephalonia next Saturday, while Professor Henry W Torrey’s health shows slight improvement. Frank Tracy, son of Secretary Tracy, will sail to South America to promote the Edison phonograph in capitals. Kalopkoff’s Panitza conspiracy sentence is commuted to exile. Pauline Hall plans her own opera company, securing Hermann's Gaiety Theatre for sixteen weeks. Rumors say General John W Noble may resign and join Missouri Pacific as general solicitor. Francis Murphy to wed Mrs. Rebecca Fisher of Council Bluffs. Mrs. Henry Ward Beecher has returned to Brooklyn. she remains active in public affairs. Versailles has raised 3400 toward Houdon monument, with 400 state add'l. next month funds will grow via a Comédie Française benefit.
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A. S. Hill
Harvard College
Europe
Cephalonia
Chattanooga
General Forrest
Henry W. Torrey
Frank Tracy
Tracy
South America
Edison Phonograph
Kalopkoff
Panitza
Pauline Hall
Hermann’s Gaiety Theatre
Dockstader’s
St. Louis
John W. Noble
Harrison
Missouri Pacific Railway
Francis Murphy
Rebecca Fisher
Council Bluffs
Fisher
Henry Ward Beecher
Florida
Brooklyn
Versailles
Jean Houdon
Comédie Française
Early Summer Closing Notices Bloom in Boston Shops
A Boston writer notes the arrival of early summer closing hours reflecting a broader shift toward more recreation. The piece discusses Memorial Day style holidays, urges broader observance of Arb or and Labor Days, and contrasts strawberry quality with past flavors while critiquing the rise of shortcake. It also touches on Harvard bonfires, student antics, and a reluctance to reveal a private restaurant’s location to avoid overrun.
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Washington Street
Brooke Herford
Bunker Hill
St. Patrick
Perkins Institution Marks Anniversary With Blind Student Oration
At Tremont Temple the Perkins Institution held its anniversary exercises for the blind with full seating and notable attendees led by Samuel Eliot. Helen Keller spoke after six weeks of training, as diplomas were awarded to graduates Charles Bowen, Clarence Hawkes, John Burnham, Charles Holmes, Henry Merritt, and Michael Shea.
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Tremont Temple
Perkins Institution
Samuel Eliot
Ll.d
Julia Ward Howe
John 8. Dwight
Leverett Saltonstall
William Richard
J. T. Heard
Edward Jackson
J. B. Glover
William Endicott
Helen Kellar
John Burpham
Anagnos
Bennett
Jamaica Plain
Boston
Masters Wesley
I. Newton
Frank G. Baker
Lawrence Mannix
Institution
Alice M. Bannon
Edith M. Thomas
Harry E. Marlalons
Clarence E. Hawkes
Henry W. Grady
Vendome
Charles W. Holmes
Andrew P. Peabody
Messrs
Charles Benajah Bowen
Clarence Ernest Hawkes
John Burnham
Henry Merritt
Michael J. Shea
John ¥. Morrison
A. H. Martin
Two valuable horses killed in street accident
Two fine horses owned by Benjamin Pope at 61 Thomas Park were struck by a carriage near Gold Street last evening. One horse was instantly killed with a broken neck and the other died from injuries. The carriage was badly damaged. The horses were valued at 2500 dollars.
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Benjamin Pope
Thomas Park
Gold Street
Six years since Blaine Lozan ticket nominated for president
Current comment recalls the 6th anniversary of the Republican convention nominating James G Blaine for president and John A Lozan for vice president. Editors remark on party unease about Massachusetts sentiment and the haste of orators in the campaign.
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Republican Party
James G. Blaine
John A. Lozan
Massachusetts
Providence Journal
Ind
Popes first to recognize literary property rights
In historical reflections on copyright, the Popes are praised for recognizing a right to literary property and securing exclusive rights for authors, a glimmering but often under-credited aspect of papal history highlighted by American Catholic News.
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Rome
American Catholic News
True Greatness and Silent Statesmanship in Germany
A compilation notes two items: knee-breeches and buckles as court dress in Germany and the Emperor’s remark to Prince Bismarck about silence. It cites the New York Commercial Advertiser and remarks on political press coverage and restraint, condemning or praising parties for their stance on election expense transparency. The piece mocks Quay’s silence and contrasts GOP behavior with Bismarck-era conduct. It also references the Springfield Republican’s critique of a bill to publish election expenses.
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Germany
Prince Bismarck
Quay
Bismarck
N. Y. Commercial Advertiser
Ind
Senate
New York
Boston
New York State
Springfield
Picturesque oddities and anecdotes from letters and notices
A collage of quips and vignettes including a dinner quip on pronunciation, nautical lore, Mrs. R. H. Paulison praised as a top southern marksman, a Meaux war anecdote about Bismarck, Cleopatra’s sarcophagus claim by Alexandre Tagliaferro, Gladstone christening notes, and a portrait of the Hawarden family’s marital timeline and ages, with remarks on Helen Gladstone and family connections.
Dramatic Mirror Quarterly debuts with Boucicault’s New Departure
The first issue reprints notable Dramatic Mirror pieces including Boucicault on the New Departure and Fuller arguing play integrity as art. It also features Brander Matthews and Lathrop, signaling a respectful theatre study beyond opening notices. The Popular Science Monthly sees White on Egyptian antiquity and glacial evidence in Connecticut, with Spencer and Gould remaining contributors.
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Dramatic Mirror Quarterly
The
Dramatic Mirror
Boucicault
Henrik Ibsen
M. Zola
Edward Fuller
Fuller
New Quarterly
Brander Matthews
George Parsons Lathrop
Popular Science
Popular Science Monthly
Andrew D. White
Herbert Spencer
Huxley
A. W. Gould
Monthly
LIFERAY NEWS: New editions and works announced for publication
Messrs Scribner & Welford prepare unabridged Travels in France sequel with introduction by Arthur W. Hutton in Bolin's Standard Library. Fly-Rod and Camera by Edward A. Samuels showcases 150 full page photos from Canadian salmon rivers. Welch, Fracker lists include The Riversons and From Yellow stone Park to Alaska among others. Ruskin Library adds Pearls for Young Ladies. Justin H McCarthy to publish French Revolution history in two volumes with Harper & Bros. first volume due early this month.
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Messrs. Scribner & Welford
Arthur Young
France
Ireland
Arthur W. Hutton
Bolin
Standard Library
Forest and Stream Publishing Company
Edward A. Samuels
Boston
Justin H. McCarthy
Carlyle
McCarthy
Messrs. Harper & Bros
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House of Commons
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Paris
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Unser
Mister
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Corporation of London
Epmund Yates
Yates
Mercury
New York Sun
Carmencita
Konigsberg
Mayer
Königsberg
Exuiorr F
Shipaard
New York Mail and Express
St. Petersburg
United Presbyterians
Harvard
Durance
Hennepin Canal
House of Lords
Hartford Courant
Rep
Fresher
Atlas
N. Y
N. Y. Maritime Register
R. H. Paulison
St. Johns River
Fla
Meaux
Sedan
Berlin
Alexander Tagliaferro
Alexandria
Egypt
Cleopatra
Cmsar
Gladstone
Hawarden
W. H. Gladstone
Stephen
Elenry Gladstone
Rendel
Herbert
Parsons
Wickham
Wellington College
Drew
Helen Gladstone
Helen
Leith
Sir John Gladstone
Ed Man
Prince
Newnham College
Cambridge
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