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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1889
Page
4
M SpuLtier in the French Chamber rejects any treaty with Haiti rivals and affirms France's strict wartime neutrality. The denial casts doubt on a previously published document and suggests Blaine’s commissioners were not sent to Hayti.
The nomination of state house commissioners by Governor Ames is praised as wise and prudent. The panel includes ex-Governor Lone, William Endicott Jr., and Benjamin D. Whitcomb, promising an intelligent, careful process focused on results rather than pay. The unexpected choice earns broad favorable regard.
The constitution limits taxes to public service and government defence. Critics say using funds for Pennsylvania flood victims is unconstitutional and sets a dangerous precedent. The recent action is praised for avoiding the rushed, ill advised measure in the Legislature.
The piece contrasts Republican propaganda with reform rhetoric, noting the Harrison administration defends nepotism as widespread private-sector practice. It cites the Boston Journal praising presidential appointments and the Philadelphia Press predicting civil service rules revision to set a Republican reform standard.
The Paris Exposition draws praise for its vast investment and early returns. It lifts national spirits, dampens political discontent, and diminishes support for General Boulangers influence as he remains in voluntary exile.
The piece notes growing public calm and prosperity after the Exposition. It suggests politicians resist doom prophets as future elections loom, with prosperity boosting republican sentiment and confidence in the nation's future.
The Postmaster General sent questions to large post offices hinting at ending Sunday mail movements. The questions focus on Sunday stamp sales and office visits, implying a move away from rapid Sunday mail service. The editorial argues against curtailing mail facilities and criticizes Wanamaker for reform pledge violations.
Governor signs bill authorizing a 3,000,000 appropriation for street repairs in New York City over three years. Commissioner Gilroy leads Public Works with 1,000,000 yearly allowed, replacing a 500,000 cap. General Newton says 3,000,000 is only half enough and calls for granite blocks and concrete for downtown streets.
The piece critiques New York Government for party machine obstruction of temperance reform. It recounts veto threats and memoranda by Governor Hill, notes failed high license efforts in 1887 and 1888, and cites deliberate distortions in bills aimed at liquor control.
The piece reviews Albert Shaw's June Political Science Quarterly analysis of English city governance. It notes reforms since 1835 and 1882, the broader franchise, and the mix of uniform structure with local experimentation, highlighting Birmingham and provincial cities as models for American cities. It also discusses nomination practices and the role of municipal bodies.
Governor Hunt notes that recent session bills aiming to raise liquor revenues reveal insincerity from the party in power. He argues interior voters already pay far less than the allowed licenses and could enforce existing laws instead of pursuing new measures.
A discussion on British municipal practice notes councillors as business leaders with intelligence and character. The mayoralty is an honor awarded for past service, not strong administrative duty, while aldermen rise from council ranks. The system emphasizes direct responsibility and limited patronage, with potential lessons for other countries.
The piece surveys figures including Chairman Palmer, Wanamaker, and Boss Quay amid funding disputes on a moral vs political amendment. It notes President Harrison’s German American appointments and quotes a New York Republican praising courteous, businesslike officials at the customs house.
The Boston Transcript condemns government charity as needless and demeaning to taxpayers. It argues Massachusetts residents should fund relief for Pennsylvania disaster victims personally, not through public appropriations, criticizing quick votes of large sums as unfitting and disquieting.
The Springfield Republican cautions Massachusetts lawmakers about using thirty thousand dollars in public funds for Pennsylvania flood relief. It warns that such a precedent could invite gross abuses and urges respect for the courage and conscience of those who questioned the propriety of the appropriation.
The Philadelphia Record notes a cheeky incident where certain Democratic politicians hid in a knot-hole during the last canvass and urged masses to “get together” there, a metaphor for lack of space and unity.
The Providence Journal observes Henry Cabot Lodge as the most persistent patronage seeker in Washington. It notes his zeal as a convert to the spoils system in politics.
New York June 5 Joseph H Choate counsel for the contestants says the Stewart will case will likely settle out of court. Terms are conjectured but it is believed Mr Hilton has made substantial concessions to the contestants.
Mrs Harrison will plant the ivy during commencement for Princeton's senior class. The Interior Secretary accepted John Oberly’s resignation as Indian affairs commissioner to take effect July 1. Portraiture talk by Furniss noted 800 guineas for a painting with 600 for the name and 200 for the portrait, and a nameless student could match the 200. A Buenos Ayres letter says Father Fidelis travels from Argentina to Boston. his real name is James Kent Stone, former Harvard athlete, president of Hobart and Kenyon, who became a Catholic and leads a South American mission. He has logged over 60 000 miles and heads toward Boston, likely in September.
A Boston reflection notes heavy rains enriching foliage and easing pest damage while praising the Old South clock restoration. It discusses pedler and hawker street limits, lessons from London’s Strand, and the value of such trades for workers. It also describes a Kentucky saddle horse for sale, lauding its size, strength, and noble carriage.
The Harvard Exeter Club selects several instructors as honorary members and names officers for the next term including President F S Duncan and vice president W J Farquhar. The Harvard Bicycle Club road race is set for June 15. The Harvard society also names officers for 1889 90 with President E F Rogers and others listed.
Boston audience applauded Gilmore’s orchestra led by Mr. Arthur Weld. The program opened with the Tannhauser overture and included the Hallelujah chorus from the Messiah. Myron Whitney impressed with superior vocal power, while the woodwinds suffered in tone and finish.
Harvard lags in a triangular league as Haverford bowls with pace and accuracy. Baily and Martin disrupt Harvard batting while showers soften Holmes field. Haverford reach 85 with four batsmen in double figures, then Martin destroys five more Harvard wickets.
The Reform Club pursues tariff reform by soliciting farmer opinions nationwide. Printed questions seek prosperity, causes, tariff impact, wheat and corn purchasing power, social dignity, and farmers’ succession. Respondents mail answers to 12 East Thirty-third Street New York City for a summarized report.
The Unitarian church has extended a call to Rev. RE. F. Griffin, currently pastor at Marlboro Massachusetts, as of June 5.
A collage of snippets includes Austin Corbin's dog Coal, the Harrison nine editors, a Minneapolis poet about Chicago, Zion's Herald in Kansas, Coy’s postmaster fate, a Nevada post office rename, nails saved for 33 cents a pound, a New York dinner knife incident, a Denmark law on drunks, and witty remarks on Paul Revere and umbrellas.
A special meeting of Harvard College overseers voted to concur with the president and fellows on numerous faculty appointments for 1889 90 across mathematics history philosophy and other fields. They also reappointed clinical instructors and professors and adopted a plan to print the quinquennial catalogue in English with initials only and to form a three member committee to review academic department relations and efficiency.
The Derby stakes for three year olds was run at Epsom. Thirteen starters contended with Donovan the favorite and he won the race. Miguel ridden by J Gretton finished second and El Dorado owned by Mr Baird placed third.
Newark New Jersey June 6 The dispute between the spinners and Clark Thread Company ends with the company accepting the workers propositions. The strike is over.
Jury awards plaintiff $5000 plus costs in the case of the estate of J A Stone against the Central Vermont railroad. The verdict was reached at 5 p m in Burlington Vermont on June 5.
Vienna on June 6 reports Cardinal Gangsbauer archbishop of Vienna is dying after the last sacraments were administered.
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