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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1889
Page
4
The fragment references 81-91 Washington Street at Elm in Boston and identifies a factory at East Cambridge. The readable text locates two street intersections in Boston and notes a factory site in East Cambridge.
Forecast issued for June 6 to 8 shows fair skies in New England and eastern New York with warmer temperatures and southwesterly winds continuing through Friday evening.
The Cotton Region Bulletin reports twenty four hour period ending June 6 1889 at 75th meridian time. Data covers remarks from Sp. m. observations across the cotton region, noting weather and related conditions for the agricultural season.
Senator Dawes responds to seven repeated inquiries from Massachusetts Question Clubs about tariff policy and related topics. He notes his past public statements, offers to elaborate in future discussions, and promises prompt replies to any member’s question with a note to the Secretary of the United Question Clubs.
J H Benjamin editor of the Deland News killed Captain J W Douglass a Dayton Ohio Democrat and prominent politician at New Smyrna following a long feud. Douglass assaulted Benjamin on a pier choking him and forcing him underwater before Benjamin fired, the bullet entering Douglass heart.
Sailed steamers Rugia for Hareburg Maxman for London Italy and Nasymth for Liverpool Cydonia for Lisbon State of Nevada for Glasgow Alvo for Port au Prince Santiago for Nassau Trinidad for Bermuda Dorian for Jamaica ships Big Bonanza for Rangoon Adorna for ham burg brig Pearl for Demerara bark George S Homer or Hong Kong
Publication seeks subscribers with one year six months and three months rates. Weekly Friday issues and second class matter status noted. Payments via POST PUBLISHING COMPANY. Editor declines returning manuscripts and accepts only with full name and address for good faith.
Senator Dawes replies to Massachusetts Question Clubs that he has no time to answer now but will reveal views in a future Senate speech. The piece notes his tariff stance and mocks free trade ideas. It also mentions Professor Canfield of Kansas University being dismissed for allegedly preaching dissonant economics.
In a hurried session the Legislature passed a substantial amount while rejecting several measures. The attorney general’s opinion on diverting public funds to charity shaped the day’s actions. An attempt to raise lawmakers’ salaries beyond recent limits was rejected, leaving the body with no salary-grabbing accusation.
The Massachusetts Senate and Maine legislators opposed their respective election bills by arguing restraining fraud was beneath the legislature. The Massachusetts body vetoed the measure, echoing Augusta’s stance, amid partisan lines. A gallery of campaign Guards cheered a senator last fall, underscoring the need for candidate accountability.
The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers leader Arthur is candid about hostility to strikes. The conservative group has avoided strikes except for past Boston & Maine and Chicago Burlington & Quincy disputes. His claim that he will never sanction another strike marks a shift after last year’s fatal fight.
The versatile New Hampshire senator proposes making postmasters elective in their communities to relieve the President and the Assistant Postmaster-General. It contrasts with Henry Capnor LopGe’s scheme approved by Mr. Harrison, which restricts elections to Republican caucus voters. Briain’s reported stance would widen the vote beyond party lines, potentially undermining Mr. Blair's plan but promising to reduce office brokerage burden on Congress.
The passenger steamer City of Paris arrived several hours late on its final trip from Queens town to New York, disruption caused schedule delays for travelers and cargo. Elevated tolls and harbor traffic cited as contributing factors, with no injuries reported.
The ship marked a six day five hour and seventeen minute crossing to Sandy Hook, then reached 515 knots on the last day, surpassing prior runs by four knots and beating the Umbria by ten knots. The feat underscores the new liner's potential to reduce Atlantic crossing times under favorable conditions. Other achievements remain to be judged.
The New York papers weigh disaster risk from a proposed Quaker Bridge dam north of the city. The reservoir would hold 1.5 billion gallons, with water 165 feet deep and a basin five times the length of a nearby fish pond. The Times argues safe construction is feasible with proper sluices and supervision to prevent contractor dishonesty.
The piece derides civil service reform as a humbug while noting a Republican shift toward spoils ideals under Blaine and Harrison. It cites Senator Bram and press opinions, argues Blair misreads mass sentiment, and highlights Cleveland’s containment of patronage as a model.
The passage argues that civil service reform has become integral to American institutions and shapes public opinion even in communities without federal example. It challenges claims of unpopularity and predicts the reform will endure despite political opposition from Senator Blair and his party.
Unusual activity is seen at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The Atlanta and Boston may be sent to Hayti as part of a proposed display of naval force urged by Secretary Blaine. Officers fear yellow fever risk, while supporters argue it protects American interests amid unrest after Legitime. The piece also notes calls to publish the eligibility list to curb fraud and flags two civil service staff for dismissal.
Civil service commissioners report on the New York Custom House disclosing laxity and fraud in examination procedures. They urge removal of Frederick Davis, though Thompson dissents on conclusiveness. Governors Thompson and others condemn misconduct and plan to appoint nonpartisan examiners to restore integrity.
A reflective reader recalls the 20 year lapse since the first Jubilee concert season in Boston. He notes changes in taste and audience, praises Parepa and Gilmore, and observes the Coliseum site, Skinner firm’s memory, and the crowd’s reaction to artillery in the finale. A striking trolley-car contrast between a lively colored girl and a pale Anglican sister draws attention.
Arthur Weld reports on Gilmore’s Anniversary Jubilee afternoon concert, praising Miss De Vere and Campanini while criticizing the woodwind section. The program featured Carnival de Venice variations, Liberati cornet, and Descriptive Idyl An Alpine Storm with a staged thunder effect. Repeats and encores were common, and full hall attendance contrasted with limited acoustics at Mechanics’ Hall.
Paris return for Ipswich summer study with H. R. Kenyon and other Americans. Dow’s two Salon landscapes, a May Field at Evening, and a planned large painting draw praise. Davis, Harrison, Dodge, Bartlett, Hassam, and Child highlight strong American talent amid studio plans near The Oxford and St Botolph.
At a trustees meeting held yesterday at the college building the officers for 1889 90 were elected. Roles include a resident Henry Canning presidents Samuel A D Sheppard William C Durkee C Wil liams M D treasurer Henry K Appleton Jr Ph G auditor Linus D Drury and trustees Warren B Potter William W Bartlett William F Bowyer John G Benedict John G Godd K G George M Hoyt P H a p ean ha and Boies earies C Williams.
A collage of short items cites an Alabama editor who runs a newspaper and boarding house, comments on art sales and tariffs, Theosophy chatter in Chicago, jokes about wood supply for pencils, and a child’s view of marriage. Miscellaneous excerpts include a Bos ton map joke, charity notices, and a quip about England and the deceased wife's sister bill.
The Boston Common Council spent four hours in a lengthy session with little urgent business. The board of assessors will report poll counts by June 15 and thereafter weekly, unless otherwise requested. Various orders were debated or passed, including land transfers, street improvements, and a request for an elevated road act. A lack of quorum halted a discussion on a New York trip appropriation.
The American fishing schooner Mattie Winship, seized off Halifax, is preparing to sail again for the mackerel grounds after a $3000 bond was posted for her release. Consul General Phelan and Dominion counsel Wallace Graham remain at North Sydney handling the case.
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