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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1887
Page
4
Listing of subscription prices for the Boston Post Publishing Co editions including rates for annual, semi annual, quarterly and monthly terms. Also notes pricing for Fridays issues and regional publication notes.
Boston Post reports that the Irish question is described as a nightmare that fetters limbs and paralyzes energy, underscoring the seriousness of the British government and amplifying the impact of Sir Michael Hicks Beach's resignation.
The Vienna Tageblatt reports documentary proof of the Russian minister's complicity in a Bucharest conspiracy against Bulgaria. Russia's conduct toward Bulgaria is cited as making the charge credible. If true, it would add to evidence of Russia’s bid to dominate eastern Europe.
The New York Tribune highlights objections to Cleveland's neglect to approve the river and harbor appropriation bill. General Grosvenor of Ohio mocks the bill as overstudied and log rolled, claiming rapid passage by veto override would occur in twenty minutes. The text notes potential future handling by Congress and a $9,919,800 preservation for the treasury.
A New York convention of longshoremen, meeting weekly since the strike, issues a Sunday manifesto to merchants and ship owners. It calls for a return to pre strike wages under fixed terms, commitments to renew, and arbitration by mutual committees with prior notice of grievances. The plan seeks to avoid strikes and lockouts by resorting to arbitration first.
The Journal argues the Senate vindicated itself by rejecting Matthews for non-residence and confirming Tr torturer non-resident nominee Ingalls resolution notes only non-residence objections. The piece questions information on Martins race and stresses local DC duties require a resident. It frames the President and supporters as disappointed by the Senate turn.
House debates Sunday laws today with renewed duty. The likely Boston bill will be considered, praised for thoroughness though broader than necessary and establishing a recognized principle on the issue.
The text argues that Sunday observance must be treated by a flexible framework, not a fixed hours limit for bake shops. Any bill that seeks lasting value should rest on a guiding idea tailored to local conditions rather than a blanket statewide restriction.
The piece notes the legislature nearing adjournment after two months of committee hearings on key bills including a Sunday law amendment and a drag-net inquiry into Boston city government. It warns against overlong floor debates and hopes for a timely finish while noting unresolved issues like woman suffrage and liquor laws.
A tribute praises Henry Ward Beecher as a formidable public figure whose lifelong vigor and vast knowledge powered efforts to improve church, society, and humanity. It notes his engaging oratory, warm wit, and earnest convictions that shaped his lectures into sermons.
The Knights of Labor purchase a grand North Broad Street mansion in Philadelphia for Mr. PowpERly and officials, paying $50,000 including furnishings after reportedly rejecting $70,000. Critics question the expense, noting the vast luxury benefits officers receive while many members face privation and a $0.25 per member assessment. The piece laments the ostentation amid a labor movement of mostly poor members.
The writer revels in Boston's spring atmosphere while lampooning telegraphic weather reports as unnecessary noise. He praises the real pleasures of local climes and street life, notes the vivid gray skies and mist, and admires drivers who win fame with the first snow plough. He also previews James Russell Lowell's Boston lectures on Elizabethan dramatists and praise for Lamb Hazlitt and Whipple.
The Boston Museum's third season production Antoinette Rigaud draws a large audience but critics describe it as uneven. The drama hinges on a brother's sacrifice to shield a sister from scandal, with the play’s third act praised as the strongest segment amid overall weakness and insubstantial texture.
Local readers note that the Knights of Labor occupation or dispute draws community attention as observers consider its significance and potential effects on labor activity and local politics.
The piece notes peculiar offshore currents drawing steamers toward New York harbor in fog. It cites the Wisconsin grounding, the City of Chicago incident, and the Pavonia case near Plymouth as evidence that a strong northerly current can push ships off course. It calls for studying New York area currents and precautions.
Mr. Wilson Barrer addressed Philadelphia patrons last Saturday for nearly causing a stampede when a candle fell on stage and a shout of fire rang out. He urged calm, condemning crowd hysteria as unbecoming.
A Boston review outlines Mr. Lowell's six lectures on early English dramatists from Marlowe to Ford, noting Marlowe's bombastic vigor and Webster's sombre tragedy, Chapman’s reflective power, Beaumont and Fletcher's gentler style, and Massinger and Ford as balanced but less grand. It also covers local charity notes and a theatre performance review, praising Vanderfelt and Coulter while critiquing Evesson and others in the cast.
Boston Theatre hosts Alone in London with Miss Cora Tanner as Nan. The cast includes C G Craig Harry Davies W A Sands Leonard Grover Eleanor Lane Maggie Halloway Laura Le Claire Ada Dwyer. Scenic Westminster Bridge and sluice house scenes praised as effective. The play runs through the present week.
Miss Helen Adell starred in W S Gilbert comedy Engaged at the Bijou Theatre to a full house. Oscar Eagle played Cheviot Hill with strong support from Edgar Waterman J D Walsh Frank Munroe Sarah Lascelles and Annie Morton. Performances continue with Engaged repeated this afternoon and evening then A Night in Rome on Wednesday and Thursday and The Rainbow on Friday and Saturday.
The Rentz-Santley novelty burlesque company opened at the Howard Atheneum last evening. The packed house enjoyed Our Yacht ing Party with Mortimer Sherman Hall Chiton Amy Wells and Wilson Sanford Dayton and Billy Buckley. Paris dancers Dorst and Oresta impressed alongside Egyptian tricks by Valjean. The show closed with a burlesque on Erminie titled Our Minnie featuring the entire company.
The note spreads a mix of curiosities and opinions from July days across the U S. mentions of bluebirds, knee breeches in Chicago youth, after April 1 pass change, Blaine politics, Mississippi militiamen, San Francisco snow, Abel statue fundraisers, Lowell tickets, a Boston family tale, a Michigan school kiss punishment, and Frank James’ tearful freight bill.
The Philadelphia Press notes ongoing unrest as Congress faces conflict and the nation contends with renewed agitation over the Andover dispute. Officials warn peace remains elusive, reflecting a year of political turmoil and public strife.
The piece notes John Sherman’s allies urging Ohio candidates not to betray him again, illustrating how public office faces resistance when the man itself seeks to influence the process. The Times of Philadelphia commentary underscores enduring tensions between aspirants and rivals in a political landscape.
The Washington Post speculates on a peaceful distant posting for Colonel Randall to escape protests against a tariff policy. The piece suggests a remote assignment where he could relax and explain the merits of a high tariff to local natives.
A New York Tribune excerpt argues against driving out Randall, warning it would erase Democratic chances in the East and Middle States and doom the party to presidential defeat. It claims the party lacks a collective caucus voice and adopts bankrupt substitute governance by assignees.
A New York Sun editorial notes that Mr. Cleveland is emerging from two years of political seclusion. A distinguished Democrat praises him for not shrinking from Congress and cites Mrs. Cleveland's growing popularity as contributing to this favorable shift.
The Philadelphia Record notes another practical argument from New Jersey in support of electing United States Senators by voters rather than by railroad corporations. The piece says such arguments accumulate yearly and will soon be irresistible.
Cambridge announces a six week course of French readings starting March 21 led by Prof. Bocher with Prof. Cohn in Lever Hall. Readings include Musset Carmosine Moliere Beaumarchais and Bossuet to aid the Harvard French library fund and showcase elocution from two renowned instructors.
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