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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1889
Page
4
Flag change rumor clashes with 1890 deadline
The Boston Post notes the New York Tribune report that on July 4 a flag change to forty two stars is proposed, but says law allows no change before July 4, 1890, pending state constitutions and the President's proclamation. The piece implies possible partisan motives near elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
New York Tribune
Tracy
United States
Maine Governor urges stricter liquor law enforcement
Governor Burn Leiscu of Maine addresses all state officers and county attorneys calling for vigorous enforcement of the liquor prohibitions. He cites officials’ awareness of the law’s aims and notes the failure of prohibitory measures, a point underscored by recent defeats of such amendments in other states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burn Leiscu
Maine
French ministry censured by deputies defeated vote
In a session marked by disorder the Chamber of Deputies rejected a motion of censure against the French ministry 802 to 231. Boulangist leaders Angouléme among those aligned against the government, the outcome strengthens the ministry as it pursues its policy of suppressing political unrest. The response from Berlin's Ordre Deutscher Zeitung criticizes Swiss refugee patrols and Germany’s push for semi jurisdiction. The piece notes Switzerland’s neutrality reliance and warns of German threats if opposition to its designs continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Deputies
Angouléme
France
Orddeutscher Zeitung
Berlin
Bis- Sarce
Reptile
Switzerland
Federal Council
Germany
Forddeutscher Zeitung
Europe
Ormany
Questions From Constituents And Tariff Debate
A fragment cites constituents asking questions on tariffs and notes prompt responses by Lone and Mr. Russell. It argues that if these champions answered, tariff organs would avoid unjust insinuations, and suggests advisers influence silence or preparation of questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Russell
Changes in the minor department predicted for July 1
Washington correspondent reports likely removals in the minor department as Democrats are ousted in the Sixth Auditor's office. A new head confirms purges tied to partisan aims, with reform hopes fading until party balance shifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
The
Journal
Clarkson
Post Office
Blaine
Phelps Returns to Washington With Secret Samoan Treaty
An air of secrecy surrounds Mr. William Walter Phelps arriving in Washington with a yellow bag containing the Samoan treaty. Reporters press for details while Phelps dodges questions about the treaty's terms, stating only concerns about Von Moltke and Berlin real estate. Washington awaits Senate consideration and a clearer briefing may follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Walter Phelps
Washington
New York
Phelps
von Moltke
Berlin
State Department
Senate
Blaine
Boodle Aldermen Trial Likely to Fail Over Costs
The McQuaide and Cleary bribery cases, slated for Saratoga and Broome counties, may not be heard as county funds run dry. The state comptroller refuses to issue $4000 for prosecution, citing cost, while constitutional and legal provisions argue costs should be state funded. Lack of public concern follows in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McQuuapbe
New York
Broadway Street Railway
Saratoga County
Saratoga
Cleary
Broome County
McQuaps
New York City
New York Times
McQuade
McQuapr
What English Radicals May Do
English radicals are forming a distinct faction within the Liberals led by Labouchere, pressing a democratic program and opposition to Gladstone. The shift risks weakening party government, risking coalitions, and potentially a new Tory democracy as leadership fractures emerge in Parliament.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Commons
GuLap- Stone
Lord Hartington
Labouchere
Gladstone
Morley
Willam Hancourt
England
Chamber of Deputies
Civil Service Reform in New York City Leaders
Mayors from New York cities traveled to Albany to press Civil Service Commissioners on enforcing the reform law. The conference exposed broad indifference or hostility to civil service in most cities, with officials claiming the law would not improve the service or that they were unaware how to implement it. The commissioners’ lack of clear guidance worsened the problem, underscoring pervasive obstacles to reform and the struggle faced by reform advocates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Albany
Civil Service
State Commission
Harvard Commencement Reflections and Boston Music Hall Debate
A Harvard commencement meditation compares past and present influence of the event and notes social ties and class reunions. The author questions Boston summer patronage for Music Hall concerts, contrasting refined programs with dime museums and pondering public taste and support.
Public mood overruns trials with demand for conviction
The piece notes that past trials provoked such public hue and outcry that fair judgment was impossible as media and public pressed for conviction. It suggests that even another trial seems unlikely and that people accept the fiasco, drawing a clear moral from the episode.
Iron firms push prices after Conemaugh disaster
Report notes highly protected Pennsylvania structural iron makers used the Conemaugh Valley rail bridge collapse to raise prices. The writer says sentiment is irrelevant to industry practice and tariffs drive decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Conemaugh Valley
Ring Out The False Ring In The True
SENEX laments ostentatious vulgarity at funerals and public entertainments. He contrasts New York praise for John Gilbert with Boston neglect at his funeral, denouncing encores and performances driven by greed and vanity. He condemns hollow public displays and calls for sincere farewell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Gilbert
Boston
Sir Anthony
Gilbert
New York
Popular Promenades Celebrate French Opera Night
The French opera night at the Popular Promenade Concerts drew a large crowd as Georgine von Januschowsky gave an admirable performance. The season closes July 6, a decision that will disappoint those remaining in Boston, as the concerts are widely praised for their charm and engaging singing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Georgine von Januschowsky
Mme. Januschowsky
The American Opera Company Closes Amid Financial Struggle
The American Opera Company shut down on short notice after a season deemed financially unsuccessful beyond Boston. Hinrichs reportedly took the company to Philadelphia, the one city where he found success, and plans to reopen next Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Opera Company
Philadelphia
Boston
Hinrichs
Mrs. R. B. Hayes dies at Fremont after long vigil
Mrs. Lucy Ware Webb Hayes wife of ex President Hayes died in Fremont Ohio at 6 30 am after a lengthy family vigil Her death follows a life of temperance advocacy and charitable work She was born in Chillicothe Ohio about 56 years ago and married to Rutherford B Hayes in 1852 The city mourns flags at half mast and condolences pour in from President Harrison and others
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. B. Hayes
Hayes
Fremont
Ife
General Hayes
Burchard
Webb
Bud
Scott
Chilicothe
Woman's Relief Corps
Woman’s Home Missionary Society
M. E. Church
New Jersey
Jersey
Washington Post
Dr. Johnson
Syracuse
Mr. Howells
Harper’s Weekly
Howells
The
Philadelphia Ledger
Harrison
Wanamaker
Cape May
Berlin
Sweden
Christ
C.S. Ryman
New York
Brooklyn Eagle
Washington
London Court Journal
Troops Ordered Out in Texas Feud
Austin dispatch says the Governor orders the Victoria Rifles to Wharton and Captain Jones's Ranger to Richmond to aid local authorities as public order is threatened by a political feud.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Victoria Rifles
Wharton
Captain Jones
Ranger
Richmond
Livingstone and Wellington in English Men of Action
In Thomas Hughes’s Livingstone biography the life is told largely in Livingstone’s words, with early life drawn from unpublished letters and friends’ reminiscences. The Wellington volume by George Hooper critiques the Duke’s image, praising duty and kindness while noting gaps in vivid personal portrayal and some misreadings of Napier and Wolseley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Livingstone
Mr. Thomas Hughes
Dr. Livingstone
Livingstone
Mr. Hughes
Culloden
Lanark
Blantyre
David
Thomas Hughes
Wellington
Arthur Wesley
Ireland
Wellesleys
Walter Colley
Cowley
Mr. Hooper
Duke of Wellington
Ruttardshire
Arthur Wellesley
Goldsmith
Swift
Pale
Earl of Mornington
Eton
Angers
Maine
Dublin
Lord Westmoreland
Lord Camden
Wellesley
House of Commons
India
Jess Charlotte Papenham
Hooper
Portugal
Iron Duke
Lord Wolseley
W. F. Napier
Napoleon
Mr. Howells
Walter Scott
Frederick the Great
Europe
New York
Macmillan & Coe
Boston
Little, Brown & Co
Price
George Hooper
Macmillan & Co
Alan Thorne The Boy Who Finds Salvation in Faith
A young lad, isolated since Sunday school days, discovers his dead mother's Bible at age twelve and gains remarkable spiritual insight. Guided by a bright yet illiterate gardener, he begins to enlighten his infidel father and governess with the entire Christian plan of salvation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvard
Boston
Alan Thorne
Burkett’s Lock and Alan Thorne in a Moral Tale
A critical review contrasts Burkett’s Lock with Alan Thorne’s tale of personal depth. The analysis finds the first book’s religious tone superficial yet earnest, while praising its direct storytelling and vivid characters, especially Hester Burkett, Delia, and Arthur Tinsley, though noting some crudeness and sparse prose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alan Thorne
Pygmalion
Autho
Martha Livingston Moodey
D. Lothrop Company
Burkett’s Lock
M. G. McClelland
Cassell & Co
Cassell
Burgoyne's Invasion of 1777 reviewed in brief
A concise monograph by Samuel Adams Drake recounts Burgoyne's 1777 campaign with clear structure. It includes chapters on the Canadian invasion, biographical notes, and rough battle plans. The critic notes no new sources but praises the orderly narrative and useful outline of the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burgoyne
Mr. Drake
England
Congress
Canada
Samuel Adams Drake
Boston
Lee & Shepard
The Sea Serpent and Other Oddities in The Times
A witty collage of amusements and curiosities from period papers. The shore tale of a sea serpent near New Jersey mingles with satirical notes on politics, social blunders, and comic exchanges. It notes in passing fashion and a Swedish court quip about socialism.
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