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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1887
Page
4
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In a wintry Boston day the author hears a lively sparrow concert in King's Chapel burial ground. He notes the birds’ chorus against traffic noise and praises Chestnut Street’s literary aura while railing at highway robbery claims by a plumber. He observes toques gaining popularity and muses on urban change and the tramp’s evolving image.
The Boston Post notes heated exchanges in Parliament as ministry supporters push for action while Gladstone prepares a possible onslaught. Cloture talks drag on with little legislation passed and the week ahead promising no relief from the stalemate.
Governor Louisbury explains Hadley removal as bureau of labor statistics commissioner and says not asked to be reappointed by anyone. He cites influence from tariff reform hints and notes Hadley never discussed the matter with him, justifying nonreappointment.
The text notes Hon. Joan E Russell will help canvass for Mr Justice Bradley in Rhode Island's Second district. It recalls Russell's Worcester district win last fall as a revenue reformer that swayed protectionists. Bradley is favored to win in April with Russell's support boosting his chances.
The Cleary boodle case jury process extends over two weeks with one seat vacant. Some 500 jurors summoned, 315 examined, 34 seated before challenges whittled the pool. Only three of the first twelve remain. Delays divert attention from the case and curb newspaper coverage of Cleary's predecessors.
Company leaders publish a manifesto detailing the dispute with employees, outlining arbitration offers and the workers’ unconditional surrender demand. The narrative highlights wage levels, long hours, and a steady pool of Boston area workers eager to fill stripped positions, noting New England’s readiness to hire.
The passage notes that the trouble did not arise from the men’s character or aims but from being led astray by selfish and ambitious agitators.
The Hon. Joan Carlisle’s after dinner discourse in Massachusetts stressed limited taxation and local self-government. He argued revenue laws burden commerce and industry, urged minimal taxation, and called for tariff reform backed by Massachusetts delegates in Congress.
The piece weighs Russia and Austria in a tense balance over the Balkans. It notes Russian plots amid Bulgarian unrest and Austria’s role as a brake on Russian moves toward Constantinople, while warning that a future war between Russia and Austria could loom if dangers escalate.
Observers argue the service is broken by contractor control and widespread officer corruption. The piece notes serious defeats could erase a given army, questions how the Russian system could improve and urges caution against a rush into the Balkans.
Chicago saw a calm funeral for Mrs Neebe amid fears of anarchist protests. Despite threats and big crowds, no incitements or riots occurred as police maintained vigilance and authorities delayed approval for some participants. The subdued procession, with about 177 carriages and 5000 pedestrians, underscored the authorities’ belief that firm law enforcement is the remedy for unrest.
A critique of The Saturday Review’s treatment of American English notes its mockery of American phrases and the English critics’ view that Americans misuse language. The piece argues for recognizing genuine American usage while condemning slovenly writing and sentimental political rhetoric.
The passage contrasts Home Rule supporters with Labouchere allies who shift sides under a strong leadership. It notes the Saturday Review as quintessentially English and quotes a Briton praising its uniquely English stance while lamenting shared Shakespeare with Americans.
Reports say Lord Ranxpotex Courcaut, who has been travelling for health, will return to London next month. Some friends, including Lord SAxispury, doubt his need for further rest while others hope for a full recovery.
Verpi plans a Berlin production of Otello with a German libretto as part of a broader push for Italian opera in enemy territory during wartime.
A review of T. H. S. Escott's portrait of Hayward in the Fortnightly Review. It notes Hayward's talent, energy, honesty, and luck that helped a man with no fortune gain high social standing amid English life. Letters from Thackeray and others heighten interest in The Hayward Letters edited by Henry E. Carlisle.
Grace Ellery Channing presents passages from the late Reverend William Ellery Channing in a book edited by his heirs. The preface explains the notes are unrevised relics from his manuscripts and offer a broader, non theological view of Channing, praised for moral enthusiasm and integrity. Boston edition by Houghton Mifflin priced at $1.
Dramatic News recounts Wilson Barrett becoming the center of a planned lesson for a rich businessman's daughter who sent him many letters asking to meet. Barrett arranged a private dinner, but the girl found her father and family waiting, exposing the ruse he had helped orchestrate with her letters.
The West End Nursery and Infants Hospital at 87 Blossom street seeks urgent extra support to reach at least 3000 dollars so thirty babies can be sheltered for the rest of the year. Total donations stand at 1964.07 dollars. Donations may be sent to H. C. Haven or William Minot Jr. A meeting to organize an aid society was held March 15 at 244 Marlboro street with names enrolled and plans presented.
In a dim hall William Terriss welcomes a visitor before his 400th performance of The Harbor Lights. Portraits of Henry Pettitt and friends adorn the stairs while Terriss’s study and warmly furnished rooms reveal a life of stage fame, family, and quiet hobbies.
The Massachusetts Republicans are maneuvering on abolishing the poll tax amid broad Democratic support. The Democrats favor abolition, while Republicans fear the political cost of opposing it, risking respect for inconsistency.
A Mobile Register editorial argues anarchists rail against the press but the nation’s reporters will not tolerate anarchism on soil. It defends press courage while noting faults exist.
The Philadelphia Record notes English shipbuilders claim the US government bribed English naval officers by advertising in London papers for warship plans. It argues no English officer would chase the $15,000 prize, and so the bribe idea seems unlikely to succeed.
The Providence Sunday Journal lauds James Russell Lowell as perhaps the greatest living English critic of literature aside from Matthew Arnold. It highlights his sound judgments wide range and freedom from scholarly disdain.
A brief note from N.O Picayune states that amateur performances are allowed during Lent but technically do not count as amusements, reflecting a cautious stance on sanctioned entertainment.
The New York Commercial Advertiser notes a claimed plan where Sherman would go to the White House, Foraker to the Senate, and Butterworth to govern Ohio, questioning timing and the harm of excessive “previousness.”
The quotation contrasts a silver tongued congressman stepping back from public life with a rugged baseball figure drawing public attention. The N Y World notes the athlete often earns more publicity and money than the politician.
President Cleveland named six newspaper editors to postmasterships, a move noted with a grim smile by the Baltimore Herald as editors react with eerie glee to the appointments.
In Boston letters to the editor a columnist argues that Back Bay and West End pressure will force down town expansion as population grows. A long term plan envisions extending Commonwealth avenue across the Public Garden to Winter Street with parallels to Parisian boulevards. Boston, March 12, 1887. Officer Copeland of Station 5 reports Patrick Larkin arrested for walking on the New York and New England railroad track near Swett Street.
A collection of witticisms and brief observations from various papers. Jokes about April Fool laws the Missouri River and postmasters as undertakers. Quips on tequila temperance and a cowboy jail tale close the slice of miscellany.
Publishers announce the first instalment of Thackeray letters from 1847 to 1849 to appear in Scribner's with illustrations including Thackeray sketches. The notes cover his Paris and Brussels correspondence to Mrs Brookfield and friends, and reference Thackeray's opinions and works.
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