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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1888

Page

2

Political Conventions and Possible 1888 Nominees

The piece surveys Gresham Alger and other figures, weighing Indiana and California electoral leverage, Blaine faction loyalties, and the prospects of Harrison Allison Sherman and others for the Republican nomination. It notes Gresham’s Mugwump leanings and Alger’s rise, plus factional dynamics in Illinois, Michigan, New York, and New England.

Blaine Maine Sherman Allison Harrison Alger Cullom Gresham Carrison Indiana California New York Phelps New Jersey Conant

Old Times Recalled Hawes School Reunion in Boston

An 1850 Hawes school policy change split girls and boys. Yesterday the girls reunited at Masonic Hall with former classmates, speeches, songs, and memories. The Berkeley school then held commencement exercises with students performing recitations, music, and gymnastic drills before medals and diplomas were awarded.

Hawes Masonic Hall Boston Henry Safford Safford Aames Loring-Sprague Berkeley Association Hall James B. Taylor Spencer R. Hill John E. Warnock Bijah Gamins Mabel Potter de Merritte Tabitha Detroit Free Press Newell C. Cook Herman Loud Merkel Herbert Potter John Ross Wade Hawthorne Tileston Dorr Willis Henry L. Chadwick Natalie F Holden Daisy James T. Adams Natalie King Charlies Bulwer Cromwell Beatrice M. Tower Cassius Brutus Julius Casar Taylor Arthur C. Burwell Henry Hawkins Charles H. Thiton, Jr John R. Wade George A. Dew Hartford Chelsea Worcester Academy Irving Williams Eleanor C. Horne Francis A. Waterhouse English High School Pleasant Hunter Newtonville Alice Freeman Palmer Charles James Fox Beatrice M.tower Florence de Meritte Charles F. Dole Fred A. Hatch T. Colby Brown Henry B. Hollis de Merritte Hagar

Seven Boston aldermen oppose Walker nomination

The Springfield Republican reports the Republican aldermen blocking Mayor O'Brien's choice Edwin G. Walker, a respected Black lawyer and educator for Boston. Walker was nominated by the Democratic mayor, four Democrats supported him, seven Republicans opposed, with one Republican absent. the piece calls for explanation of conduct.

Springfield Boston O’brien Edwin G. Walker

Horse Cars for all parts of the city pass the Revere House

The city announces horse car service extending to all districts as it passes the Revere House, signaling broader transit coverage. The move follows recent upgrades and aims to improve accessibility for residents traveling to and from the historic building.

Revere House Cambridge Street Allston Allston Station Boston & Albany

Berkeley School Holds Fourth Annual Commencement Exercises

Overhead followed the happy completion of the fourth annual commencement exercises at Berkeley school highlighting student achievements and community celebration.

Berkeley School

Nahant Resort Buzz as Summer Guest Season Opens

Nahant shows clear signs of summer with cottages occupied and hotels open. Notable arrivals include Mrs. Maria S. Porter from Washington and Dr. Thomas Dwight among many listed cottagers. Hotels such as Hotel Nahant and Hood Cottage boast attractive exteriors and prime sea views, while local attractions like Nahant Promenade and Maoris Gardens welcome visitors. The Tri-Mountain House and Relay House offer fine locations and dining, with the steamer Anita resuming runs from June 16 and local inns preparing for busy season beginnings. The Point of Pines establishments plan openings by June 30 and the 17th will feature the Dark Secret dory to Europe.

Nahant Longfellow George W. Simmons Maria S. Porter Washington Thomas Dwight Mary C. Dwight Francis Skinner Dudley B. Fay James Dwight C. BR. Green J. P. Putnam E. W. Codman T. S. Kirkwood John H. Morrison Amory Eliot M. Prince I. D. Sohier A. B. Hall J. M. Warren Dr. Haven Miss Allen William C. Otis Dabney S. Cunningham J. P. Reynolds A. G. Stanwood C. T. Lovering W. D. Hodges Dg. Johnson W. F. Cary T. Motley, Jr C. Mifflin C. H. Gibson Charles Boyden J. H. Beal John Codman M. F. Russell W. Appleton E. Guild K. W. Sears George Abbott James Hotel Lynn Swampscott Eze Rock Point of Pines Revere Beach Hood Cottage Lewis’s Beach Bailey’s Hill Bass Point Bass Point House Anita India Wharf Pines Europe

Political currents in presidential speculation and Chicago letters

A survey of party maneuvers shows Senator Allison seen as a steadying force amid shifting booms. Reports claim Ross Platt joined Alger’s camp, Chicago prefers Gresham, and Walker Blaine hints his father will not run. Debates touch Depew, Dolph, and a chorus of Republican hopefuls, with summaries from Springfield Republican and Philadelphia Times.

Russell A. Alger Michigan General Alger Cleveland Alger Detroit Chicago Blaine Edmunds Luce Ben Zachariah Chandler Chauncey M. Depew New York Ross Platt Morton Rusk Wisconsin Liscock Platt Hiscock Foraker Ingalls Kansas Ohio Sheeman McKinley Allison Gresham Walker Blaine Lumber West Jay Gould New York Times Mr. Depew Mr. Gould John A. Logan Springfield Republican Ind Don Quixote Oregon San Francisco Examiner Dolph Tippecanoe Harrison

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