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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1890
Page
4
The piece critiques U S tariff stance on reciprocity with South America, endorses Boston Art Commission bill, surveys Chicago World’s Fair readiness and funding doubts, recounts New York and Harvard views on protectionism, and applauds mayoral debt pay‑as‑you‑go policy and schoolhouse funding by Boston leaders.
The Navy Department mix up of Concord New Hampshire with the town Concord prompts officials to attend a launch in Rhode Island as laughter echoes. Rhode Island pushes ballot reform, while New York stalls. City labor wages face scrutiny as unions demand fair pay and more workers to clean streets during thaw and snow.
The Hon Henry Canor Lepore and other Massachusetts Republican congressmen voted to annul the civil service law for Pension Bureau medical examiner appointments. The scene included Anderson of Kansas shouting that civil service is a humbug.
The article notes Loper CoGswEl d Banks Morse Randall and Wallace aligned with Kansas spoils supporters in praising a Republican stance. Banks is described as irresponsible for opposing civil service reform, while the younger colleagues are labeled spoilsmen who should openly admit their position.
The piece notes a recurring complaint that free traders graduate from colleges and distrust college professors as theorists. It cites reflections on undergraduates opinions, hostility toward practical life, and renewed attacks on scholars by Harvard overseers committee actions and the Daily Advertiser, framing a broader tariff reform controversy.
The article argues Mayor Hart’s fiscal approach contrasts with predecessors like Mayor Conn claiming economy is essential in hard times. It cites Conn’s 1875 address urging prudent spending and tax reduction, stressing service quality within limited means and urging officials to align with taxpayer interests.
The Citizens' Public School Union distributes a pamphlet on the New England common school system. It argues against sectarian bias and urges inclusive, noncontentious schooling that welcomes Catholic participation and aims to win Catholics back to public schools through dialogue and reform. The piece praises Parkman's analysis of early Catholic missions and advocates broad support for the union's effort to persuade rather than attack Catholic citizens.
The Pennsylvania Railroad plans a direct line from Downingtown to Trenton, sidelining Philadelphia. The move abandons favor for Philadelphia’s commercial progress, but business will still seek quickest routes to markets such as New York. Despite the costly Johnstown disaster, the company earned $3,000,000 more for stockholders in 1889 than 1888.
The New York Tribune is accused by the Evening Post of using a deadly parallel to misstate history. It allegedly claimed that in 1888 the people elected Harrison, a suggestion presented as a recent statement.
Professor E S Morse lectured on evolution in Chicago with lively blackboard illustrations, described by local press as a humorous talk. The piece notes skepticism toward compulsory patriotism and claims real civic virtue derives from a higher source rather than law.
Ovma offers a critique noting that her take on Shelley adds nothing new. She claims sensible readers have long appreciated the grandeur and beauty of Shelley's writings, and she asserts that the majority agree with her view.
An interview with a former convict sparked commentary after the Sawtell murder case. The quote questioned the traditional saying by suggesting money’s absence drives crime, replacing the familiar “love of money” with “lack of money.”
Citizens publish interviews arguing the cancellation of the fair would not benefit New York. Some say the loss harms the city, while others claim it would have been worse if held.
The piece notes Court street near State street is narrowed by construction on both sides, forcing pedestrians onto a plank walk and causing carts and unloading activity to block passage. It urges a protecting police presence to prevent accidents and ensure safe travel.
The Paint and Clay Club shows at the Boston Art Club galleries offer a compact, self‑contained survey of local talent. Graves and Caliga provide strong portraits and outdoor studies while Enneking Tompkins Tolman and Waterman contribute notable landscapes, coast scenes, and marine works. The exhibition closes tomorrow at 6 pm with heavy attendance.
The final reading in J J Hayes's four part course drew a large audience despite bad weather at Chickering Hall. He deconventionalized Julius Caesar's forum scene with strong voice though Brutus and Antony lacked full balance. The program included Hodgson Burnett’s One Day at Arle and Browning’s Count Gismond with other pieces. flowers greeted Hayes, and notable attendees included Mrs Homans, Miss Homans, Putnam, and Riddle. Charles A Clark opened with piano, performing Rubinstein's Kamennoi Ostrow.
Rio Janeiro March 6 The minister of Agriculture resigns along with the minister of the interior as part of a government reshuffle. The cabinet approves a bank issue cap of 110 million dollars, expanding the network to four banks with one in Sao Paulo and others in previously named cities. The Rio bank is allotted 55 million dollars. the remaining 55 million is to be distributed among the other banks.
A collage of jokes and anecdotes touches on Queen Victoria’s cash, a museum accident, and a witty exchange about a writer. It notes Mrs. Brunette, Mr. Gadaway, and a range of quirky bits from Ossified Man to worm-eaten furniture. Also references Puck, German actor Possart, and a long St. Louis tale of revival.
The outlook for divorce reformers is discouraging as state liberalization expands the causes of divorce. A federal law seems unlikely, and public demand would rise if Congress acts, the Sun Democratic voice argues.
John M Forbes of Boston appeared before the committee on shipping to seek privilege for Americans to buy ships in the cheapest markets and employ them in foreign trade with American funds. He urged Congress to allow an American merchant fleet without subsidies and praised American initiative.
The Charleston News and Courier argues 1892 will hinge on tariff reform as the nation pressures for lower taxes. It predicts New England shifts toward reform, Massachusetts leaning Democratic, and Pennsylvania’s Kelley district moving toward support for free coal iron wool and raw materials.
Mrs Burnett is reportedly writing another children’s tale with her younger son Lionel as hero. In London a violinist named White, ex-Emperor of Brazil, causes a sensation. Miss Eastlake likely to stay alone on return to England. Miss Winifred Emery and Miss Maud Miller offered roles in Wilson Barrett’s company. Arthur Orton, the Lichborne claimant, seeks Stoke-upon-Trent seat as a Home Ruler. Mason A Green resigns from the Springfield Republican to join London Herald.
The Boston Press Club held a winter smoker with informal festivities and a notable magic display by Professor LeRoy. Performances by Daniel Knowlton and Whorisky of the Boston Times accompanied the event, with Billy Singham praised for organizing efforts.
The Freestone Cutters Union met all day and drafted a response to contractor proposals. They accepted pay by the hour and arbitration with equal numbers of employers and employees, while admitting new members remains at the union’s discretion. All other contractor terms were rejected. The union’s decision will be announced to contractors today.
Tioga a Boston laden schooner with flour and meal went aground after parting tow lines near Liverpool while being towed up the river. Likely total loss. Owned by Miller Bros of LaHaye and is said to be insured.
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