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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1887
Page
4
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In Boston Post on June 13 1887 reports that Bitty McLoney reading clerk of the boodle board of aldermen was said to return to New York for testimony a claim swiftly denied and the Sharp case continues. Rome despatch about Dr McGnugan isolation distracts from reform petitions in New York for reinstatement. Cardinal Gipsons has stayed in the country without comment on Knights of Labor or Father McGuynn.
The adjutant-general of the Grand Army of the Republic has circulated a pension bill draft from the Grand Army pension committee to all posts. The plan mirrors the vetoed dependent pension bill and invites early post opinions, letting veterans mobilize support or opposition before Congress convenes next winter.
The article notes a recent Fitchburg railroad accident where a sleeping car’s forward tracks continued on the main line while rear tracks diverted to a side track. A day or two later a similar NY Central incident occurred with a slow train. one passenger was injured and two following cars narrowly avoided plunging into Harlem River, stopped by a telegraph pole snapped by the shock. The cause of the eccentric switch action remains undetermined in both cases, prompting calls for thorough investigation to prevent a high speed disaster.
The Post joins contemporaries in objecting to a plan to transfer the school fund from teacher support to supervision costs in other towns. It argues the measure harms towns, offers no compensation, risks compulsion, and amounts to poor economy for education. It cites local school committees as best suited to handle supervision and urges the Legislature to leave the matter alone. It notes a contrast in Governor Errp’s past duties.
A veteran writer cites Ames remarks about governing being easier than business. He recalls Ames speaking to the Mayors Club about balance, workload, and stamina, contrasting public duty with private work. The piece critiques how the chief executive role shifts from service to party politics and after-dinner allusions.
The article reviews Mr Powerly's Mechanics Hall address on Knights of Labor. It praises his equality of labor, temperance stance, and rejection of sectarian influence while criticizing unclear explanations of the central idea that submitting personal interests to a majority guides the order. It notes doubts about practical gains and warns of past strikes as potential evidence of harm.
About 1700 jurors summoned and over 1000 examined for Jacob Suarp's jury trial in New York, three weeks spent on preliminary work. The delay harms the defendant and unsettles a man of Mr SHAXRP's age, yet the fault is not necessarily with jury trial, but with the current process.
The piece rebukes the jury selection process critiquing the commissioner of juries for poor venire quality and notes Judge Barrett’s rebuke. It discusses peremptory challenges, the NYTimes view, and the aim of fair trials amid a grave offense. It also mentions the death of Georde Parks and Plymouth Church traditions under Pastor Hanusay and the unsettled salary bill.
A critic recalls Governor Bullock's remark about private business and rest at the State House. He contrasts Andrew's untiring, long hours of official duty with the later governor's claim of limited daily work. The speaker warns that overwork wore down the governor who died at forty nine, sacrificing years for bread and butter for family.
A letter from East Walpole dated June 11 argues Massachusetts has not lost noble blood as it recalls figures like Allen, Mann, Palfrey, Stephen Phillips, Sumner and Andrew in a defense against Mammon’s influence. The piece invokes the great shades of these leaders to demand integrity.
In Boston the first night of promenade concerts at the Music Hall presents a summer garden atmosphere with beer and cigars, inviting movement and casual sociability. The writer notes audience ease, remarks on street bird sounds, and critiques the Cogswell fountain’s ice-water issue while musing on odd newspaper ads and curious terms like egg lighter and bushelwoman.
Literary Notes announce Professor Minto will prepare a new two volume edition of Sir Walter Scott's poetical works. A critical essay on Scott as a poet will prefix the edition. Also announced is a story by Mr. W Westall titled A Queer Race to appear in the same series as A Treasure Island and Kidnapped.
London dispatch surveys English reception of American writers and magazines. It notes Harper’s Monthly Century and Scribner high demand in libraries, Whitman praised by Tennyson and Ruskin, Hawthorne and James favored by elites, Howells divided opinion, and a common critique that American novels lack passion.
A contemporary note praises a woman who earned a pioneer bachelor of letters on Wednesday describing her as remarkably bright. The piece then discusses Mr. Cable and the South, asserting his loyalty and truthful portrayal of Southern life, noting his affection for its charm and emotional appeal while highlighting his self-importance.
An editorial argues against hero worship of presidents, including Grant. It says the presidency is the world’s highest civic station and should be honored, but crowds should not swarm to greet presidents on casual outings like fishing trips. The piece cites respect over adulation for ordinary leaders.
The Springfield Republican notes Tennyson’s failing to provide more jubilee odes and Wales’s choice of Lewis Morris to write the Imperial Institute ode. Morris, author of The Ease of Hades, is praised for fittingly addressing the era’s issues from Dhuleep Singh to Egypt’s control and Rusias push toward India, signaling a possible laureateship succession.
The piece argues Congress appears less corrupt than state legislatures not due to superior character but fewer corruption opportunities. Centralization of power is warned against as a result, noting Washington has less temptation for corrupt deals than Albany Harrisburg Tren ton. The quote attributes this to structural factors rather than national superiority.
The Atlanta Constitution notes that the public supports Democratic efforts to return millions of acres held by railroads, contrasting with corporate belief that the administration is harming the country. It characterizes the land grants as wrongfully and fraudulently controlled by railroad interests.
The Washington Post opines that angleworms make superior bait and that anglers without worms form a conspiracy to force others to share their disadvantage. The piece frames the issue as jealousy among sportsmen, noting worms are not available everywhere.
A Prosperous era editorial urges European governments to curb Mormon proselytizing. It condemns harsh treatment of missionaries and flags the need to cut off supplies feeding the movement. The piece compares efforts to stop Mormonism with law and public safety.
The leading players in Dreams at the Bijou are George Lauri Tim Murphy Eugene Canfield Hattie Anderson Sally Cohen Helene Lowell and Ada Stanhope. Streets of New York features George C Boniface as Tom Badger at the Boston Theatre. Kellar presents a mysterious act at the Museum this week. Travers House debuts at Niblo’s Garden on Monday June 20. Adelaide Detchen first appeared in Prince’s Hall on Saturday June 4.
A collection of quips and observations on poetry taxes and politics including lines about fair weather fish and a shad count in Connecticut. It cites reform calls ice pools in cities and Queen Victoria while noting the Kentucky labor party backing Bradley. The items reference Burns Lord Rosebery Panama coffins and the Mariposa grant with figures and dates.
A poem praising Queen Victoria on her Jubilee by Hon. Robert C. Winthrop. It honors the Victorian era, the British Crown, and the royal pair, with emphasis on liberty, loyalty, and enduring friendship between Britain and the United States through literary homage. The tribute notes Gladstone’s era after sixty years of reign and references Prince Albert’s sorrowful, steady influence.
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