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Post Publishing Company
New York
Broadway
Wall Street
Bridgman, Brirmingham & Co
Washington
Corcoran
Fifteenth Street
Harrisburg Factions Stall Australian Ballot Reform
The Philadelphia Record notes a quiet Harrisburg mood over adopting the Australian ballot. Pennsylvania Republicans voice concerns mainly about cost and fearing to experiment with suffrage, mirroring Maine and Indiana opposition to the reform.
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Philadelphia
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Maine
Indiana
Tiszás reception by Liberal Club signals support amid Diet opposition
The Liberal Club of Pesth gave a warm welcome to Herr Tisz a on Tuesday, highlighting his valued services to Hungary. Critics from the aristocratic party attack him as unpatriotic, but supporters urge him to stay in his post and push his program despite opposition.
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Liberal Club
Pesth
Herr Tisz4
Hungary
Tisza
Political maneuvering stacks Bacheller into Treasury post
The piece notes Bacheller replacing Coon as assistant secretary of the treasury amid a vigorous new administration. It highlights Bacheller's prior access to appointment blanks for Albany and calls the move a display of patronage power, with Blaine, Morton, Belmont, and Hoar figures in the reshuffle.
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Platt
Treasury Department
Blaine
Morton
Belmont
Hoar
Waashbuen
Switzerland
New York Ballot Reform Bill Revisions Explained
The Albany measure is shaped for legislature review with changes on ballot form and marking. Ballots will be perforated across the top to form a blank stub bearing a clerk’s initials, then torn off by the officer after the voter deposits the ballot, attesting identity while leaving no mark on the cast ballot. The scheme aims to address objections without adding process complications.
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New York
Albany
Hi Lu
New York Court Reverses Broadway Rail Scheme Collapse of Transit Plan
The New York Court of Appeals ruled that the Broadway property owners case against the New York Arcade Railway Company invalidates the underground transit plan. The scheme envisioned an underground line from the Battery to Central Park with four tracks and express and local services, halted by technical constitutional defects in the enabling acts.
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New York Court of Appeals
Broadway
New York Arcade Railway Company
New York
the Battery
Central Park
End of enterprise expected as franchise prize lures new legislation
The venture is deemed practicable and likely to succeed but the current effort ends. The field remains open to newcomers who can secure the required legal form, driven by the high prize and urgent need, with no long delay expected once proper legislation is obtained.
Prohibition Debate Reflects on New England States
The piece argues constitutional prohibition is ineffective and poorly suited to state constitutions. It cites New Hampshire and Rhode Island as examples, noting votes, legislative actions, and the broader lesson for Massachusetts amid rising temperance zeal. It warns of a possible move toward licensing if constitutional bans fail.
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Thayer
Cambridge Tribune
Maine
New Hampshire
Rhode Island
Massachusetts
House of Representatives
Senate
New England
Parnell collapse sparks Unionist defenses in London
After charges against Mr Parnell collapsed an English Unionist argues that judges will find the Times letters overstated and that Parnell’s sensationalism and perceived socialistic leanings dominate the issue. Skeptics doubt the authenticity of the claim and question Parnell’s past indications.
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Mr. Parnell
Times
Parnell's Standing Questioned Amid Letters Controversy
The piece criticizes Unionists and Conservatives for judging Mr. Parnell based on the letters and the Picortt witness case. It argues that vindication of Parnell does not erase concerns about his policy and accuses some journals of uncalled-for insinuations. It predicts that ongoing posturing will backfire and perhaps gain him sympathy.
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England
Picarr
Parnell
The
Saturday Review
Mr. Parnell
Morvey
Chamberlain
Richard Picortt
The Legal Profession and Young Barristers Prospects
The piece surveys opportunities for aspiring lawyers amid English influence and Boston parallels. It notes an overabundant pool of barristers, unequal work, and reliance on reputation. It contrasts talented entrants, average men, and dull litigants, highlighting luck, influence, and low capital barriers shaping outcomes.
Admiral Porter Plan and US Navy Defense Debate
The piece weighs Admiral Porter’s proposed campaign and U S naval readiness against German aggression, arguing the need to fund ships and guns, consider France as ally, and defend key coastal cities. It notes ironclads and cruisers, warns of port defenses, and critiques prioritizing attack plans over true defensive measures. It ends by surveying political fault lines and party considerations in Washington.
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Samoa
United States
Admiral Porter
New York
Boston
San Francisco
France
Rhine
Charleston
Chicago
United States Navy
SoLey
Porter
Man Misused Family Money Cools Local Inquiry
A fragment notes someone used not only his own funds but also his wife and other relatives' money, signaling concern over financial trust and potential misuse within a family circle.
Presidential appointments spark praise and critique in Washington
A Washington despatch notes President Harrison appointed Walker Blaine examiner of claims for the Department of State and George S. Batcheller assistant secretary of the treasury. Blaine reportedly prefers the international law post to a more senior role, while Batcheller’s selection is praised by supporters despite faction debates. The piece highlights a surge of office seekers and debates over civil service reform as Republicans express mixed views.
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Walker Blaine
Department of State
United States
Washington
Wharton
Blaine
George S. Batcheller
National Capitol
Philadelphia Telegraph
Teg
White House
The
Telegraph
Boston editor laments Nichols death and scenes around city
The article recalls George W. Nichols of the Suffolk county courts, his 33 years in service as assistant clerk and then clerk of the Supreme Judicial Court, and his connections to Choate Curtis Bartlett and Chief Justice Shaw. It also notes a humane incident with a horse near Arlington and Beacon streets, a street knife grinder, and a critique of vulgar slang about money used to assert claims.
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George W. Nichols
Suffolk County
Supreme Judicial Court
Commonwealth
Nichols
Choate
Curtis
Bartlett
Shaw
Mr. Nichols
Revere House
Ashburton Place
Supreme Judicial Court of the Commonwealth
George C. Wilde
Charles R. Train
Meeting of Otto and Ben Would Shape Great Debate
A hypothetical clash between Otto and Ben promises nip and tuck intrigue as two seasoned campaigners with sharp tongues and strong personalities would spar. The piece argues a Butler special envoy could safeguard U S interests, while a Otto vs Ben meeting would be explosive and impactful.
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Ben
Bismarck
Butler
United States
N. Y. Sun Dem
Development of the political gourmand
The office seeker of former times is described as a tame creature with perquisites. Under the new administration the animal is said to be highly developed as a political gourmand, voracious and vociferous, claiming payment for services and threatening to bust the party open if unmet.
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N. Y. Herald
Belmon t probe outcome shapes new secretary act
The editorial notes Belmont’s probe prompt recalls by the new secretary, arguing the recall will be the first official act and that Belmont’s inquiry has exposed a lasting sore. The piece frames Blaine’s gain from this move and the administration’s reaction.
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Coquelin vs Irving in Le Juif Polonais at Park Theatre
Theatre review compares M. Coquelin in Mathis to Mr. Irving in The Bells. It critiques non-emotional acting versus emotional depth, notes Coquelin’s two-act buildup and final scene power, and praises Irving’s sustained remorse driven portrayal while highlighting differences in tone, staging, and supporting cast.
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Mathis
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Mathias
MM. Erckmann
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Chatrian
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Christian
M. Guy de’ Maupassant
Reveillon
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Mme. Kerviele
Annette
IM. Jean
Coquelin
Deroy
Deroy. the Scenery Was Rationabby, A Fact Which the Remembrance of Mr. Irving
M. Poirier
M. Emile Augier
M. Jules Sandrau
Witty clippings and squibs from far and near
A rambling collage of humorous quotes and gibes from newspapers and journals. Blended chatter about politics, travel, and social quirks features quips on Porter as a potential minister, a jab at Gloucester, and a playful crime court line from Atlanta.
Timby Claims Revolving Turret Invention Amid Ericsson Dispute
Theodore R. Timby of New York asserts he invented the revolving turret and disputes Ericsson’s credit. Globe staffer Thomas Quinn is presented with a gold watch by colleagues as he leaves for the New York Press. Ex Senator Palmer, now minister to Spain, is noted for carrying dogs in pockets, his favorites being tiny black terriers. Pauline Hall, Casino prima donna, lies sick with diphtheria at the Hotel Bartholdi but is to sing in Ermine in Washington later in the week. Henry Bergh resigns as president of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. James M. Brown to succeed. Details recount board tensions, rabbit baiting disputes at Hempstead Coursing Club, and E. D. Morgan’s horse-tail docking case. Also discussed is the death rumor vs. the reality of Miss Winifred Howells, her early life, European travels, and later decline, with praise of her literary gifts and three poems in Century Magazine.
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New York State
Ericsson
Thomas ©. Quinn
Globe Staff
New York Press
Palmer
Spain
Washington
Pauline Hall
Casino Company
Bartholdi
New York
Henry Bergh
Society For the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals
James M. Brown
August Belmont, Jr
Hempstead Coursing Club
E. D. Morgan
Winifred Howells
Miss Howells
Europe
Venice
Liss Howells
Century Magazine
the Transcript
Missing Boston pastor may be in New York
Friends of Rev. Charles H. Smith say he is not deranged from a six year old accident but unbalanced by family illnesses. They believe he is in New York and expect to locate him soon. Police suspect a man registering as Edward Smith of Galveston at the Madison Avenue Hotel may be the preacher.
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Charles H. Smith
New York
Madison Avenue
Edward Smith
Galveston
C. H. Smith
Boston
Ottawa Bulletin Decries American Lard Adulteration
The inland revenue department in Ottawa issues a bulletin condemning American lard as adulterated. Nearly all samples tested were tainted, and officials recommend raising the duty to practically exclude the product from Canada.
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Ont
Inland Revenue Department
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