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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1890
Page
4
Senator Bee grills the Senate over refusing to print his education bill speech and a discussion ensues. Senator Haw Lry defends newspapers. The New Hampshire senator proposes general cheap distribution of the Congressional Record as an ingenious but unreliable way to reach the public.
The Columbia Board of Trade and local leaders clash with Captain Ambrose Snow and the American Shipping League over ship subsidies. A Charleston News and Courier canvass finds 36 against, 16 for, and 14 not posted, with broad opposition to the tonnage bill. William R. Russell’s South tour remarks highlight tariff reform, ballot reform, civil service reform, and a constructive view on the race question, noting the South can handle it.
The auditor estimates the city will report a net increase of 62 150 in income for the coming financial year. Ten revenue sources rise by 287 600 with liquor licenses up 225 000 and prior-year taxes up 25 000 the hospital 12 000 the ferries 10 000 and health department 6 400. Seven sources fall led by a 200 000 excess of actual over the previous year.
Estimated income and taxes for the prior year show allocations from the paying department sewer armories and public institutions with potential decreases in actual over estimated income. Senator EpmuNaps pushes a national university in Washington despite objections over cost and competition with existing colleges, arguing a World’s Fair celebration is preferable and more practical.
Ex-Congressman Taulbee is deadly wounded after a long quarrel with ex-Judge Kincaid from Kentucky. The two met near the Capitol and exchanged insults before Kincaid fired as Taulbee faced him. Kincaid, once a Louisville judge, denies cowardice, saying Taulbee threatened him. The incident reflects lingering social code and violence in Kentucky.
A pioneer of reform, Collector Saltonstall departs amid a partisan era, chosen by Cleveland to apply civil service merit. The Boston Custom House long served party spoils, but Saltonstall’s appointment signaled a shift to businesslike reform and adherence to the merit system, challenging entrenched practices in a deeply divided era.
A New York Times rooted analysis outlines Oklahoma Territory’s Black Jack region where large negro immigration aims to establish a negro state with African descent officeholders. It notes rising tensions over Epwin P. McCair’s gubernatorial bid, threats of assassination, and a Graham county tied society opposing whites while pressuring debt actions.
The city auditor repeatedly shows estimates exceeding the legal limit by millions, prompting debates on raising the tax limit. The piece argues excess spending invites further tax hikes and praises Mayor reductions as prudent, citing specific department figures and calls for loans for major projects while criticizing several proposed larger outlays.
The article extols the reforms under Collector SALTONSTALL, noting a 25 percent rise in Boston imports since he took office, with fewer employees and lower costs per $100 of revenue. It lauds the merit system, removal for cause, and political independence, urging public recognition for his work. It also warns of rising negro settlements in Oklahoma and urges a firm, discreet territorial governor.
The mayor may answer questions about increasing annual taxation, including curious terms like pbenses, before issuing further statements. The town awaits clarification on financial plans and the implications for residents and businesses.
A prisoner argues crime stems from neglect of children who roam freely. The piece notes the Boston Children's Aid Society appeal for funds to aid morally exposed and wayward youths. The editor highlights the prison press insight and urges prompt support for the charity.
The piece notes that fad driven industries flourish in large cities with young people earning well. It mentions professionals in demand charging from 85 to 15 dollars per evening with extras, and asserts such services are costly but indispensable for stylish outings.
It is asserted that Boston’s famed spellbinder General Joan L. Swift will resume his post as deputy collector of customs soon after Mr. Bravo begins interpreting revenue laws from a high protection and partisan perspective, as Senator Hoar desires.
The item critiques rumors of Bismark’s resignation and reports on Nevada’s lottery franchise talk. It notes the stagnation of wealth in Nevada and calls it a rotten borough while contrasting Japan's spring blossoms with local milliner openings. The piece ends with a satirical flourish on missionary work in Japan.
The Austrian court abandons its yearlong customary black attire in memory of Prince Reupoir, deeming the mourning period excessive compared with the sorrow it meant to signify.
A magazine writer claims hot air furnaces are excellent in theory but in reality are the invention of mankind’s arch enemy. The remark frames furnaces as a paradox, highlighting idealized designs versus troublesome real world performance.
The message brims with pride for Kalamazoo, noting it hosts America’s oldest women’s literary society. It celebrates the city’s heritage and cultural identity, praising the longstanding tradition and regional charm.
An authoritative figure asserts that dominant bonnet colors for spring are yellow scarlet and tomato red, signaling a bold fashion trend.
A brief quip notes that republics lack monopoly on ingratitude and that most Balaklava survivors are paupers, reflecting a wartime era sentiment on veterans and poverty.
A sharp social observation notes that the Senate struggles with secrecy much like society’s traditional women, implying persistent biases and the public’s demand for transparency in governance. The remark connects gender norms to political behavior, underscoring ongoing scrutiny of power and privacy.
The Philadelphia Record notes pension bills now in Congress would exceed $600,000,000 in annual outlay with only about $450,000,000 expected revenue. It argues Uncle Sam cannot spend $1,000,000,000 when his pockets hold $450,000,000.
The Springfield Republican argues a conspiracy exists within Congress to expand Republican power led by Speaker Reed. It cites silent party adherence, lack of challenge to Reed’s leadership, and new measures as signs of a calculated plan to enlarge party control beyond popular approval, hinting at a government overreach.
The article portrays Mr. Russell as a firm tariff reformer who favors local self government and opposes centralizing trends. After touring the South he praises its people and their patriotism, hoping to counter criticism by future Massachusetts gubernatorial candidates journeys.
Sixteen of twenty five subscribers pledge 1090 each toward the William Duncan Fund for Metla Kahtla Alaska. Receipts total 4820 78 with gifts from Dorchester Roxbury Newton Highlands and Boston. Building work continues as funds permit while cold weather and donations of warm garments aid the sick and poor. Treasurer Eoward L Thomas reports office at State Street Boston.
Excerpts report ex governor James E English ill with pneumonia at New Haven. Miss Kathryn Kidder suffers nervous prostration in Philadelphia. Lawrence Barrett and wife relax in Nice with Barrett health improving. Howard Carroll writing Arthur biography. British Museum director Alexander S Murray to visit New York in May for Greek sculpture lectures. Yale Art School's John F Wier completes Theodore Woolsey statue model sixteen feet tall. Harvard's Clement G Morgan shines at J J Hayes reading as future Harvard colored orator.
The writer notes Boston University has purchased a house on Ashburton place between the School of Law and Somerset street, urging future purchases to complete its Ashburton place holdings. The piece discusses rising nearby property values with the Court House completion and foresees the area shifting toward lawyers offices and business, with possible deeds to be donated by benefactors. It also highlights The Hospital Newspaper Society charity and a plea to recycle cast-off papers and magazines for hospitals and asylums.
Reports from the South and West say cold damaged vegetation and reduced farmer prospects. A mass meeting at Cooper Union condemned Russia's political prisoners abuses. Resolutions called on the American government to intervene to check the outrages against prisoners.
A collage of brief items including social satire and notes on politics. Mention of Mrs Langtry and ex King Milan in Paris, emigration from Vilna to America, Punch quips on Mr Gladstone, Caucasus peak measurements by the Geographic Society, and cosmetic “nose” and “chin” devices advertised in London.
Boston audience including notable Americans witnessed French amateurs perform Po Ami Fritz adapted from Erckmann-Chatrian. Critics praised acting vigor and natural gesture though noted roughness in second act and cue timing. The cast featured Marius Rampal as Fritz and Marie dErguel as Nazel with Henry Civry and Maurice Varon in key roles.
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