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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1889
Page
4
June 11 1889 dispatches from Hayti say reports of Hippolyte’s decisive victory over Lieurguomme and capture of Port au Prince may be premature. While the contest’s outcome matters little, humane concern urges a prompt final decision.
The Chamber of Deputies shows strong support for Crispi and the Triple Alliance policy. Yet a sizable Italian faction opposes friendship with Austria, doubting the gains from close ties to German-speaking neighbors and favoring France or Britain as Italy’s natural partners.
The correspondence on Ellliot Sandford's removal as chief justice of the Utah Supreme Court is labeled astonishing by critics. They condemn Attorney General Miller for linking the action to a policy dictating justice and insist the administration should be explicit about political motives.
The United Question clubs of Massachusetts rebuke Senator Dawes for an insufficient response to their information request. They note his past Senate speeches do not address the questions and his future remarks cannot meet the current need. The clubs press for more precise answers on issues central to public education and his forthcoming vote in Congress.
A call for a conference of Republicans opposed to the saloon mentions Hon. Exisan A. Morse of Canton among signers. The declaration urges State officers to be earnest temperance workers and warns that the convention to nominate candidates may provoke alarm among timid partisans. The piece urges managers to accept Republican qualifications and align with the prohibition principle as practical politics.
During the present week the new cruiser Baltimore, built by Messrs Cramp of Philadelphia, has reached a milestone in its construction. The article notes progress in the hull, machinery, and outfitting as the vessel moves toward completion for the navy.
The Baltimore, designed like the Charleston and built on Armstrong plans, will likely exceed nineteen knots with a tonnage akin to the Chicago. It will have no sail-power, only storm masts, two military masts for machine guns, and four eight-inch and two six-inch guns, making it a formidable unarmored vessel.
The article casts Congressman Randall of Pennsylvania as a vocal figure in Republican tariff strategy. It argues his touted leadership misreads Democratic aims and warns that his so called stable tariff would favor the few while burdening many.
Commentary criticizes the US Paris Exposition display as largely inadequate despite notable progress in Machinery Hall. It highlights Epison’s electric inventions occupying a third of the US space and notes other machinery as valuable, though overall competitiveness is questioned.
A Boston-centered discussion contrasts American and English industrial exhibits at a world fair, notes England’s self-made strength, and criticizes U S educational and industrial efforts. The piece shifts to a Society meeting on Captain Ball’s talk about the Federal Street Theatre, its early dominance, notable performances, and the theatre’s decline and legacy. It ends with a reader letter urging stricter enforcement against horse docking and criticizing leadership.
Review of last night’s performance by Gustav Hinrichs’s venture notes a hot crowd and modest attendance. Cast includes Franz Vetta, William Castle, Lizzie Macnichol, Aubrey de Vere, Avery, and Gonzales. Praise for Castle and Vetta contrasts with criticism of Hinrichs chorus and orchestra. Tomorrow features The Troubadour tor Trovatore.
An early 20th century essay argues that summer travel grows from the Atlantic steamship lists to a national routine. It notes Westerners seek domestic journeys and Easterners travel abroad for knowledge and self-improvement, urging better planning to maximize pleasure and enlightenment.
A letter mailed in St Louis on April 18 addressed to Fayetteville Milling Company Fayetteville Ark reached its destination May 28 after 40 days on the route. A correspondent sends the envelope to the St Louis Republic with proof of plain addressing and post office stamps supporting his story. This follows a earlier five day journey of a letter between New York and Boston.
The Post Office Department faced local protest in Peterboro and Hillsboro New Hampshire as Awson C Smarr a Civil War veteran and Democrat was replaced in the railway mail service by a Republican worker lacking experience. Citizens from both towns petitioned for Smarrs restoration, highlighting perceived partisan favoritism and incompetence in the new appointment. The Nashua Telegraph criticizes Postmaster General Wanamaker and Mr Bigelow for promoting such bias while noting other acts of justice are rarely supported.
In Indianapolis reports suggest Attorney General Milner may be named to the Supreme Court, but no announcement will be made until Residence Harrison names his Cabinet successor. The note hints at ongoing political scheduling behind the scenes.
Colonel J H Jackson liquor inspector at the custom house celebrated his fiftieth wedding anniversary with Mrs Jackson at his home 795 Washington Street. Born in Portsmouth New Hampshire in October 1814 he has a storied family military lineage dating to the Revolutionary War with ancestors who fought under General Scott. He enlisted in 1844 for the Mexican War and was wounded at the gates of Mexico City. Jackson later joined the Third New Hampshire Regiment, rising to colonel, and has served at the custom house for nearly twenty three years.
Boston general Francis A. Walker to deliver the oration at the Weirs New Hampshire veterans reunion. Hiram Hitchcock of New York contributed about 7000 dollars for repairs to Dartmouth College Church, originally built in 1795.
A Boston letter to the editor lists donors and contributions to the Egypt Exploration Fund. It notes a need for 2000 to 2500 to support the coming season, aims to fill coffers by July 1, and promises an illustrated volume to donors. Miss Amelia B. Edwards may visit Boston next November.
The John C. Green school of science at Princeton College establishes the degree of electrical engineer. The two year course will be thorough and illustrated, covering electrical theory and applications in industries such as lighting, energy transfer, and electrochemistry. Admission exams held at Princeton on June 20 and 21 will test mathematics physics and chemistry. reading French and German is desirable.
A collage of miscellany quotes and sketches from the New York Times and other papers. Jokes about politics, education, society, and a Memorial Day address in Nashville mingle with harum-scarum observations on Boston girls and an office boy’s misadventure in a newspaper cage.
A comic by Arkell and Russell Harrison, ridiculing Republican leaders, sparks press criticism. Vineland removes postmaster Brewer amid partisan debate, with locals favoring retention. Norwich election sparks discussion over spoils and tariff failures, while Worcester Spy questions young legislators. Joliet mills cut wages after funding Quay.
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