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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1889
Page
4
The Boston observer notes dull horse trade yet spots signs of revival as fine horses pass Beacon Street amid gay light wagons. It urges keeping drinking fountains for animals open year round and describes moose head displays near a restaurant, plus various local notices and notable arrivals.
A collage of humorous and partial clippings references across politics culture and society. Items include jokes about a carr of west Virginia a steel trust a Moorish palace restoration a White House sign and anecdotes about public figures writers and readers.
Boston Post notices show subscription options near Washington Street with rates for one month and weekly Friday issues. The listing details 86 and 50e terms, indicating varied pricing with longer-term commitments and short-term wraps.
Boston reports on Philadelphia export trade decline with a committee finding nearly one half loss year over year. Foreign steamers fell from 322 in 1886 to 195 in 1888, and 69 percent of 1888 arrivals sailed in ballast seeking cargo elsewhere. Causes under investigation.
The article notes progress in removing settlers from the Indian Territory area now known as Oklahoma. It reports ratification of Seminole and Creek land relinquishment, appropriation for the purchase money, and calls for swift government action to create access through the Cherokee outlet and to issue a proclamation opening lands to settlers, deeming this urgent beyond office distribution.
Judge CooLey chairing the interstate commerce commission adjourned the hearing on export rates and warned managers of the companies present that deliberate law violations and inconsistent inland rates must stop at once. He stressed not to justify wrongs by competitors and urged action through proper authority. The report also notes commentary from the Boston Journal and Iowa State Register about Clarkson’s postal appointment and office changes.
Lord Randolph Churchill has returned to England to wage a vigorous political campaign against the present government. He spoke with a London correspondent of the New York Evening Post, who reported his plans. His first target is Lord George Hamilton's naval expenditure scheme.
A cent letter to the Times attacks the new bill arguing it funds a “condemned and unreformed administration.” He defies obstruction charges, calls it a declaration of war, and criticizes bribery of working classes at bye elections as a corrupt democracy effort. The Evening Post notes his stance.
The Manhattan elevated railroad company resists rapid transit beneath ground while a public hearing at the Mayor’s office is scheduled. A letter signed by Jay Gould argues the existing elevated system remains adequate, citing business, fares, safety, and real estate benefits against underneath railways. The piece questions whether new underground plans better serve the public.
The piece argues against removing Hon. Oberly as Indian affairs head, praising his reforming record under Cleveland and warning that replacing him with a Republican would revive spoils politics. It notes Republican Senators oppose him, while reform-minded Republicans urge merit-based appointments and protection of Indian progress.
The Vesuvius speed trials spark criticism as officials debate whether a further test is justified. Naval officers warn it smacks of politics while praising the ship’s past performance and the secretary’s reforms.
A fragment frames the statement as a notable verdict praising the spoils system as one of the boldest declarations accepted by intelligent people. The line emphasizes broad endorsement and sharp rhetoric without additional context.
A new social group called the University Club surfaces at Harvard seeking broad participation from instructors and students across departments. Previous attempts failed due to cliques and club dominance by rich upper and lower class factions. The group presents itself as nonexclusive and aims to unite the university’s social world without a loud launch.
The water supply committee of the Legislature holds a hearing today on granting towns the right to take water from great ponds without compensation. Critics warn of grave harm to manufacturers relying on water power and urge strong objection to any bill.
Mr Caarurs E MitcHett nominated by the President for commissioner of patents. He is a patent lawyer with a large federal court practice and a reputation for high character. He lives in New Britain Connecticut and is known in New York and Boston. Appointment recommended by prominent lawyers of both parties.
The piece notes tensions around appointments including Eugene Schuyler and Walker Blaine, with party reactions split and Senators like Edmunds absent awaiting developments. It cites editorials from the Cincinnati Commercial Gazette and a shout of reconstruction rhetoric, while the Yarmouth Times weighs in with criticisms.
Inspectors Skelton and Houghton arrested William W. Twombly of St. Paul Minnesota as a suspicious person yesterday afternoon. He was examined at police headquarters and placed on a train for New York City.
Mr. Abbey denies rumors of insanity and says Miss Anderson suffers only nervous prostration from overwork. The English company returned from Baltimore to New York, were paid, and disbanded with most members to sail to England. Marcus Mayer mid Atlantic plans shift to Europe for Bernhardt and Coquelin seasons.
A late night report from Bridgeport says a large stable owned by Henshaw at Southport burned around 8 pm. The fire lit the sky for miles and twenty five horses perished. No steamboat was burned, despite telegraph chatter claiming a steamship fire on the Sound.
W H Morrell of New York arrived in Lansing to seek a charter for a ship canal across the upper peninsula linking Lakes Michigan and Superior. The 36 mile route starts at Bayou Train near Marinette and ends at Little Bay de Noc near Gladstone with two locks. It would cut 271 miles off Chicago to Duluth shipping and aims to organize the company within sixty days of charter grant.
In this opinion the Philadelphia Record argues that language has meaning and the Secretary of the Navy provides backbone. It warns that politicians already seeking to capture distant navy yards will need to find new vulnerable points to attack.
The piece depicts a fierce struggle among political factions in Washington. It notes continued discord despite calls for unity, criticizing the leaders who chase power and stating the President cannot satisfy both sides. The tone reflects partisan tension in a wartime political landscape.
A shadow has passed across Rhode Island politics stirring it to its depths. White wings of candidates flock to its shores as people watch with breathless anxiety, fearing healing may be impossible.
A Buffalo Courier editorial cites Secretary Blaine accusing Secretary Windom of keeping 50 million dollars of government funds in national bank depositories. It notes Blaine’s prior campaign frenzy over deposits and questions where that energy has gone.
In the Philadelphia Telegraph editorial voice the piece argues Republican politicians north of the Mason-Dixon line risk losing Southern support by continually flaunting the bloody shirt, warning that such rhetoric harms the protection cause and Republican principles in the South.
Washington reports President Harrison is chilling to those seeking jobs for themselves or others. The Philadelphia Times urges the new chief executive to adjust his tone to win the counsel and support of influential business leaders vital to administration and appointments.
Paris despatch describes M Secretan famous copper magnate and art patron. Once bookbinder turned contractor to army material, he amassed wealth and bought art including Millet Angelus and works by Reynolds and Gainsborough. His copper dealings forced pawn of his picture collection amid syndicate pressures.
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