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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1891
Page
4
The June 10 1891 edition notes weather reports by the United States Signal Service and a post special forecast to be found on the newspaper’s eighth page, guiding readers on conditions for the day ahead.
Omnibus workers in London scorn company proposals to grant most demands and risk losing public sympathy. The dispute centers on discharging loyal workers led by Joan Bunny, a figure likened to a professional agitator, with the companies insisting on their course.
Opinion argues that Annapolis and West Point are underfunded, with obsolete ships and guns at Annapolis and insufficient equipment at West Point. Despite pride in the navy, Congress cuts maintenance budgets, prioritizing pensions over a modern standing army and better cavalry gear.
The piece notes a rapid shift in Republican organs and Western circles against indiscriminate immigration. It cites The Philadelphia Press joining The Omaha Bee and The New York Tribune in dismissing alarm over immigrant influxes as ridiculous. It questions whether the administration will adapt restrictive plans to aid rather than hinder Polish Italian Hungarian and other large-growing nationalities among this year's arrivals.
Mr Quincys joint order adopted by the House sets up a joint committee to study legislators services and sacrifices between sessions. The committee will report to the 1892 General Court to guide a salary bill with an intelligent, unprejudiced view on pay for members.
The speaker argues for an independent committee to end the cycle of legislators increasing taxes, noting that public protest and press opposition have limited gains. A neutral report might set policies not just for next year but for many years ahead, reducing ongoing cupidity in legislative bodies.
In Boston, Mr. Moorfield Storey argued before the Board of Railroad Commissioners that while expanding street railways and rapid transit is essential, the city should not bear undue burdens from watered stock or excessive capitalization. He urged authorizing only stock that covers proposed extensions, with sale at auction meeting requirements.
The International Typographical Union passes resolutions denouncing Post business methods and appeals to the public. It slanders the Post’s compositors while rival unions profit from contract shifts, and the Boston Typographical Union itself undercuts its own rules by accepting lower rates.
A Massachusetts Supreme Court decision curbs oppressive practices in early attachment suits. The case involved KR suing for 1520 on a building contract of 20,000 with extras, and R. attaching the defendant’s property, showcasing how quick attachment can disrupt a merchant. The ruling limits such abuses and emphasizes court restraint.
The jury clears Sir William Gordon-Cumming of libel in the Tranby Croft baccarat case, signaling no proof of cheating. The decision pins on defending witnesses and raises questions about motive, ethics, and the case’s political effects, with sympathy leaning toward the prince’s entourage and broad public interest.
The Supreme Court sustains Zs claim that a keeper kept in a dry goods shop to harass him and an excessive attachment of $40,000 against a debt under $5,000 constitutes abuse of process. Z may sue for damages without awaiting the outcome of the original suit. Justice William Allen authored the decision, his final opinion.
The article argues the Prince's conduct at hosts' expense erodes the public's high view of royalty and reveals a more democratic England. It cites juryman cross-examination as evidence of rising Radicalism and notes Sir Edward Clarke's strong opposition as emblematic of a shifting era.
A critic denounces dairy bill amendments forcing restaurants to warn patrons when serving imitation butter. The writer argues this indirect approach targets suppliers, not consumers, and parallels failed liquor prohibition tactics. The piece suggests enacting penalties on diners would be more effective than restricting providers.
In Boston I argue the circus trains refined manners better than any other school. The show this year features many trained animals and a perilous six-horse with a leading ringmaster, plus a lively variety of acts. I note a correction from my editor, ponder the allure of gems, and reflect on old remedies and manners for the young.
In memoriam, a veteran of Boston theatre, Hirmy Epwarps is praised for training and performing in Shakespearean drama, old comedy, and modern plays with a conscientious, self-respecting style. His Antony and Cleopatra role as Endurbus is cited as a last strong hold of diction and Shakespearean spirit on the English stage. Survivors of his school are now few.
A supposed appeal of Russian women to President Harrison printed in the Woman's Journal is revealed as a clever jeu d esprit. Vera Datnyevska and companions are mythical. the argument was well expressed but the authorship is traced to Mrs Exten and Dierricn, noted Moral Education Society secretary and writer.
Quay announces to a reporter he feels better than at any time since 1888 after a conference with the President. Although Roger Wotcott and the Republican Club may oppose the Boss, he remains too valuable to the party to be discarded, even a Presbyterian elder like Harrison overlooks minor delinquencies.
Mr Henry Horr a prominent publisher expects international copyright law to stimulate American book buying. He hopes the optimism proves correct but warns that much missionary work among educated readers remains necessary before it takes full effect.
A priest in St Louis prohibits the use of flowers in church funerals. The move may settle the question peremptorily, though it will satisfy those who argue the custom is honored more in the breach than in the observance.
The notice states Secretary Rusk favors President Harrison's renomination while noting even the Agriculture head may struggle to win the Farmers' Alliance vote.
In 1888 W. J. Pherson and Donald McDonald formed a real estate partnership, dissolved in 1889, and Pherson sued for 329141 in the Civil Court. McDonald sought the poor debtor's oath, with seventeen examinations and thirty-six continuances since May 1889. The case, before Judge Parmenter who sits in this court only every five weeks, was postponed again to July 9. When will it end remains the question of interest to onlookers.
John Bardsley ex city treasurer of Philadelphia is arraigned in the Court of Quarter Sessions on seventeen indictments for loaning public money and embezzlement. He pleads guilty to all counts and a two week delay is set to hear evidence before sentencing. The total implicated sum is 673 406 dollars.
A collage of flippant notes and curiosities from late 19th to early 20th century journalism. The World mocks whiskey with beer, plays tease teetotalers, and a grocer accuses a vegetable dealer of fraud. Anecdotes include a surgeon of boot wear, a Kentucky feud, a Georgia spelling lesson, a bee nest tale, and a Wilder club anecdote.
The article notes Dr. Winthrop Talbot returning from Europe to join summer at Holderness New Hampshire, mentions author F Anstey and the Black Poodle in a French edition, and describes Emperor William’s anticipated visit to Austria with lodging in a historic castle now owned by a nobleman near Gmunden. It also lists summer postings for Mr. F Gordon Morrill at Oceanside Magnolia and Dr. Robert Amory at Bar Harbor.
The piece critiques a Bethany Church address by the Postmaster General citing Hezekiah as a flawed model. It argues Hezekiah’s actions included surrendering temple wealth to King Assyria and warns against using religious rhetoric to justify fiscal or public- treasury missteps. It emphasizes integrity and transparent handling of public funds.
At the 222d Boston Scientific Society meeting S C Chandler described the comet of 1882. Observers noted an initial single bright nucleus that split into five or six separate nuclei after perihelion, likely due to an internal force. Cometary returns estimated every 700 to 1000 years. F A Bates discussed woodpecker habits and Dr Perrin shown Grand Manan slides.
Harvard crew prepares for the Yale Thames race on June 26 as Captain Perkins heals a injured arm. Powers may stroke if needed, with coaching by Harry Keyes and C F Adams, as New London facilities improve and a new Davy cedar shell arrives for the event.
Joseph White pleaded guilty in Superior Criminal Court to felonious assault on an eight year old girl. After considering officer testimony and his intoxication defense, Judge Dunbar sentenced him to twenty-five years in state prison at hard labor and three days solitary confinement.
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