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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1888
Page
4
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The protest by a water meter company prompted the board of aldermen to order a thorough investigation. City officials seek intelligent tests to reveal the true merits of measuring water supply by machinery and to possibly expose the perfect meter the Mayor mentions.
A Minnesota intimation says in two months the party will swing into line for Roscott Conk Line as the Republican presidential candidate. The note, from an ardent admirer of Mr. Buarye, raises questions about Blaine withdraw and party factional dangers, shaping convention speculation.
The article argues the engineers strike may aim to monopolize the trade by halting firemen promotions. It questions the union’s aim to abolish classifications, suggests risks to apprenticeship and warns Liberal party ties to radicals could jeopardize law and order. It notes Sir Charles Roussell and parliamentary politics shaping opinion.
England prepares a bye election as the Duke of Burland dies, moving his brother Lord Joan Mannens from the lower to the upper house. The late duke, like his successor, is described as a stern Tory, once a rising hope under Gladstone, though his leadership prospects rested more on family influence than personal sagacity.
The passage notes the new duke is abler and stronger, though more at home in the Lords. It predicts a likely uncontested seat in Melton district Leicestershire where Lord John was elected unopposed, suggesting Liberals may avoid a contest unless a notably strong candidate arises.
Discussion outlines Randall bill and Republican substitutes aiming to cut internal taxes by 60 to 70 million dollars and reduce customs duties by about 15 million, while preserving tariff burdens. Internal revenue reform seeks tobacco excise cuts, alcohol for arts, and a 20 million dollar savings, with broader pressure to end tax on alcohol used in manufacturing. The debate centers on relief through tariff reform and the risk of affluent escape from prosecution undermining public trust.
The piece argues that public opinion and newspaper pressure influence high profile cases in New York, likening it to lynch law. It notes a controversial letter from bondholders’ counsel urging the district attorney to pursue a grand jury inquiry into Gould and Sage and questions the DA’s duty and independence.
A New England pedler turned thinker, Mr Alcott embodied the reformist, mystic strain of his era. He taught by example, opposed norms, and stressed personal influence over books while touring America and Europe. His eccentricity, protest spirit, and social trials made him a notable public lesson in dissent.
The piece reviews T W Hinkinson’s Harper’s Bazar essay on nursing practices in France and England. It discusses Duchess Giorgina of Devonshire and Coleridge’s ode, arguing the poet mocked a heroic measure tied to maternal nursing while implying the verse praised Giorgina’s parenting.
The Kneisel quartet presented Beethoven Op 18 No 2 and Schumann Op 47 in B flat with Miss Adele Aus der Ohe on piano. Spohr Op 87 double quartet closed the program as a popular finish to a long two hour recital with refined, balanced ensemble. The next concert is announced for the 26th.
Mr and Mrs Max Voyrich present two piano and song recitals in Steinert Hall in March and 16. Ernst Perabo to give a chamber concert in Chickering Hall on March 17.
A compilation of biographical notes and opinions on public figures. West and West speak Spanish. Bemis joins Vanderbilt as historian and economist. Sheridan speaks Indian tongue. Carnegie warns Chicago could rival Pittsburg. Palmer praised as linguist. Hatton steps away from Press Publishing. Bavarian prince regents praised as orator. Dr Dollinger among his audience. Wallace Parks Jr. a four year old woodcutter. Haggard described as blond with anaemic temperament.
In Portland Maine on March 5 a special edition reports a push to induce Claus Spreckels to establish a projected Eastern sugar refinery, replacing a large refinery closed by the trust.
The Boston Ideals present an English Carmen at the Boston Theatre with Mile. Zelie de Lussan as Carmen delivering bold reckless ardor. Miss Letitia Fritch and Miss Harriet Avery provide strong Michaela and Frasquita. Critics note uneven male leads and strong choral portions amid an aging scenery backdrop.
The McCaull company offered Von Suppe's Bellman, a concerted operetta with light plot, at Park Theatre. Marion Manola sang well as Countess Ulla, with Laura Joyce-Bell and Annie Myers delivering strong performances. Cast included Hubert Wilke, DeWolt Hopper, Jefferson De Angelis, and Harry MacDonough. the score praised for unique orchestration, but considered less lasting than other Von Suppe works. Bellman will be staged throughout the week.
Theatre review notes Dion Boucicault’s first Boston appearance in four years at Hollis Street Theatre. The critic lauds his Kerry the faithful old butler as one of the stage’s finest moments, and highlights Conn the Shaughraun and Atylea na Coppaleen as enduring Irish character types in his repertoire.
Review notes Hoodman Blind at Grand Opera House last night with Frederic De Belleville and Viola Allen strong in their roles though the overall production bears uneven energy. Kernells Monarch show at Howard Atheneum features Love Letters and Duffy’s Blunders with varied acts. The Bells of Haslemere and The Marquis attract large crowds.
First Lieutenant Henry D. Borup is sent from Boston to Watervliet arsenal for cannon manufacturing work. Lieutenants Walter W R Fisher and Paul Shillock receive extensions and duty postings. Captains Mahan Robinson Campbell Story Thurston and Russell receive leaves, transfers, or assignments in ordnance and artillery.
A portrait of Captain Robert J. Cowdin hangs in the Latin school hall and his sword is placed in the library. Cowdin, a former pupil (1853–1856), led Company B of the Fifty-sixth Massachusetts and died at Cold Harbor on June 3, 1864. The sword, captured by rebels, was returned to his family who now presents both items to the school.
An 1819 formed city club once active in politics, later social, held its annual meeting and dinner at Young's Hotel. About forty members attended and elected officers including President Hammond W. Vinal. vice presidents Samuel South, Joan W. Cumings, Charles B. Cumings, and George L. Clark. treasurer William Parkman. solicitor Peleg W. Chandler. secretary William E. Parmenter. clerk Frank A. Drew. trustees Frederick A. Wellington, William C. Lawrence, Eben Jackson, Charles K. Dunhan, William Aspinwall, F. B. Wallis, Nathaniel G. Snelling, Billings B. Reed, Thomas F. Permands, George O. Carpenter, Stephen M. Crosby, Walter H. Dugan.
Buffam's orchestra midseason runs extend with a supplementary series at Berkeley Hall every Saturday night. The annual bar masque tomorrow night promises a brilliant season event with a invited society crowd, 80 couples limit reached, Celanel Tufts to provide supper, and Buffam's popular orchestra supplying the music.
Francis Rieves Lassiter, Papyrus Club secretary bound for Virginia, was toasted at Parker's last night by about forty friends with James Jeffries Roade presiding. The Country Club, Master Painters and Decorators, Exchange Club, and Resicrucion Society held gatherings at Parker's Quincy and Young's venues yesterday evening.
A collage of brief observations and anecdotes cites politics, science, and social quirks. Comments on Platt, Lincoln, Ta or tariff talk mix with local curiosities from San Francisco, Topeka, and Chicago. The snippets touch on culture, crime, finance, and oddities in a breezy newspaper miscellany style.
The writer recalls Bronson Alcott in Boston praising his conversational eloquence while noting his writing tendency. He critiques King’s Chapel architecture, comments on Quincy granite, views a Police Gazette portrait of John L Sullivan with attendants, compares American and British traits, and reports a milk cart wreck near Washington and Boylston. A note ends with a Boston Society of Natural History meeting announcement.
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