Rents and distress amid Irish land crisis described
The article discusses rent reductions sought by tenants under Dublin Castle backed actions and plan of campaign refusals. It notes 20 percent reductions on judicial rents and 30 percent on unrevised rates, with adjoining estates seeing 40 percent cuts. Evictions escalate under Lord Lansdowne as Canada’s governor general.
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Boston Post
Ey Pe
Post Publishing
Mr. Balfour
Lord Lanspownr
Dublin Castle
Lord Lansdowne
Canada
Ireland
Notorious inequality in two large cities challenged
urban advocates argue two major cities sustain an unjust and unjustifyable inequality. They point to housing, education, and opportunity gaps affecting marginalized residents, urging policy reform and stronger accountability from local authorities.
Ship News On Third Page As Financials Move Pages
Notice indicates Twe Financial and Commercial Departments to be on sixth and seventh pages while Ship News relocates to the third page. Readers are advised to check the indicated sections for updated listings and reports.
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Twe Financial and Commercial
Ship News
The Earthquake Line and Publishing Trade Insights
The article discusses publishing economics, noting authors’ royalties and publisher risks, then shifts to a scientific warning on earthquakes. It cites Professor Shaler and Professor McGeer warning that the North Atlantic coast lies in seismic danger with Richmond to New York at risk, while Boston lies safe.
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Equator
Charleston
Riviera
North Atlantic
Shaler
W. J. McGir
Geological Survey
McGee
Richmond
Washington
Baltimore
Philadelphia
New York
Boston
McCger
Salt Lake City
McGrar
Emperor William’s Birthday Eases European War Fears
The 1887 report notes rumors of war fading after Emperor William’s birthday celebration. It says his stated belief in peace is met with broad public confidence, including conciliatory Russian remarks from Grand Duke VuAprmrr, though skepticism remains about face value.
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Willliam
Russia
VuAprmrr
German Bill Aims to Germanize Alsace Lorraine
The proposed Reichstag measure would curb Alsace Lorraine’s Diet powers and boost imperial control. It would abolish the Secretary of State post, expand the Governor’s authority, and change laws to end instruction in French. If loyalty to France persists, coercion is deemed hopeless, similar to Ireland.
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Alsace-Lorraine
Reichstag
France
Ireland
City view on Public Garden use and building exemptions
The city solicitor presents a plain view of the law on Public Garden use. Colonel Nethieton argues the statute exemption covers only greenhouses and minor structures related to land care, supporting prohibition on alienation of any public garden portion.
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Common Council
Colonel Nethieton
Gladstone’s Moderation in Commons On Coercion Policy
The speech in the British House of Commons highlights the changed context since 1881. Gladstone argues coercion bills are now less justifiable, citing agrarian distress and rent refusals as main factors. He calls for moderation and aims to win support from the public for a careful approach.
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Mr. Gladstone
House of Commons
Knights of Labor Strike Enflames New York Shoe Factory
District Assembly 91 ordered a strike at HANAN & Son shoe factory in New York over a non paying Knight and refusal to discharge a worker. Most workers stayed at their posts while pickets blocked access. two executive board members were arrested for conspiracy. The episode highlights tension between assembly dictation and court action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Labor
New York
Messrs. Hanan & Son
District Assembly 91
Evictions Hit Irish Estates of Lord Lansdowne
The evictions on the Irish estates of Lord Lansdowne are widely felt as tenants had earlier petitioned for rent reductions to ease hardship.
Boston Hearing Delivers Critique of Public Works Board Idea
The Boston hearing before the legislative committee on cities rejects a proposed city public works board as a political scheme driven by self interest. Ex Mayor Henry L. Pierce argues for robust local self governance and warns the plan would fragment authority and bloat the payroll, urging reform from within the city rather than central control.
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Board of Public Works
Boston
Legislative Committee On Cities
State Senate
Henry L. Pierce
State House
Pierce
City of
Senator Jenkins
New York High License Bill Narrowed to New York City
The Crossey high license bill passed the lower house, moves to the Senate, and is amended to apply only to New York and Brooklyn with two license grades. A $1000 on premises drinking licenses and $100 on malt liquor and medicinal licenses are set, cider exempted, and a ban on stocking unlisted liquors kept. Critics call it special legislation.
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Albany
Senate
New York
Brooklyn
Death of General Lamart M. Quincy
General Lamart M. Quincy dies after a long period of public and private service. His unselfish patriotism and unostentatious public spirit are praised as a constant example of good citizenship and community leadership.
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Lamart M. Quincy
Inman Line Promises Faster Ocean Racer Vessel
The Inman line contracts with Lamp promuenrs of Birkenhead for a new faster transatlantic racer. It will match the Etruria in length but have greater beam and depth, 8300 tons versus 7700. The America once National line and later Italian cruiser buyer had the larger beam for its length but never surpassed the Etruria. It remains to see if the new racer will solve the speed challenge.
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Inman Line
Messrs
Lamp Promuenrs
Birkenhead
Etruria
America
National Line
Paris Figaro dispute over Ruddigore joke
A letter from Mr. Gipert attempting to calm a controversy about a song in Ruddigore insults to Frenchmen. A Pall Mall Gazette correspondent argues the composer Gilbert is fussing, while the satirist responds vindictively. The writer dismisses curiosity about the correspondent’s identity.
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Gipert
Paris Figaro
Pall Mall Gazette
Gilwert
Gilbert
Authors and publishers in bitter profit debate
An analysis of the long running dispute between authors and publishers over profits. The piece cites Mr. Besant's controversial talk to the Incorporated Society of Authors and reflects on how successful writers dominate terms, while struggling others share grievances.
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Spectator
Rocer Pe Coverney
Warner Besant
Incorporated Society of Authors
Mr. Besant
Harris
Mr. Besany
Literary Guild
Betsty Pries
Times
Besano
Briant
New Book on Medieval Art by Franz von Reber
The second volume History of Medieval Art presents art history as a logical evolution influenced by race language religion and culture. It traces how different nations shaped art from early beginnings through the Renaissance showing cross influence and shifts in leadership across France Germany Netherlands Italy and England. Translated by Joseph Thacher Clarke and illustrated, the work updates readers on recent discoveries and the nation by nation progression.
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Franz von Reber
J. von Reber
France
England
Germany
Italy
Netherlands
Joseph Thacher Clarke
Joseph T. Clarke
New York
Harper & Bros
Theosophic Philosophy Through the Gates of Gold Review
The small volume treats life mystery and pain via theosophic philosophy. It promises steps toward a spiritual life and rules by which the animal self serves the divine. Though unconventional and sometimes uncertain, the book offers earnest eloquence and noble aims for mature readers.
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Boston
Roberts Bros
The Romance of Invention by James Burnley reviewed
A review praises The Romance of Invention for informing and entertaining readers with anecdotes from alchemists to modern inventors. It covers toys, poisons, war tools, fashion, travel, electricity, cookery, and the social costs of invention, noting both struggles and domestic impacts.
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James Burnley
Burnley
Palissy
Iss
New York
Cassell & Co
Boston
Cupples, Upham & Co
Prich
Forced Acquaintances A Family’s Decline And Hope
A family sinks from comfort to a poor home in a rough neighborhood. The amiable mother and physician son cope with two selfish daughters through quarrels and censure. A year of misery ends with growth as the elder daughter marries and brings happiness. Edith Robinson. Boston Ticknor & Co. $1.50.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edith Robinson
Boston
Ticknor & Co
Price
Brazil in Mr Andrews View From 1882 to 1885
The article reviews C C Andrews consul-general in Brazil, his book Brazil Its Conditions and Prospects. It notes his Rio residence, travels, and balanced accounts of yellow fever and slavery toward gradual emancipation. It highlights education, emigration, German colonies, climate variety, and Brazil’s potential for workers.
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Mr. C. ©. Andrews
Brazil
Rio
He Andrews
Andrews
United States
Wallace
New York
England
Mr. Andrews
C. C. Andrews
D. Appleton & Co
American Minister in Mexico Confirmed Despite Gossip
The Mexican Financier notes the confirmation of Thomas C. Manning as United States minister in Mexico City, praising his twelve years on the Mexican judiciary and condemning U S Senate rejection based on gossip. The piece argues mercenary attacks by sensational American newspapers have no bearing on diplomatic tenure.
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Thomas C. Manning
United States
United States Senate
Public warfare on representatives denounced by Mexican officials
The piece condemns hostile attacks on American public figures at the capital. It warns against the invading behavior of busybodies gossips and envious politicians, calling the acts unworthy of decent men. It notes President Cleveland’s label ghouls and states that Mexico opposes this miserable warfare.
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Cleveland
Mexico
Boston Funeral of Noted Teacher Thomas Bradford
The obituary honors Thomas Gamaliel Bradford of Boston who died at 84. He taught for 25 years, contributed to Encyclopedia Americana, edited classic works, and revised Murray’s Geography. A Harvard graduate and prominent literary figure, Bradford never married and was beloved in refined city circles.
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Thomas Gamaliel Bradford
Bradford
Murray
United States
Mr. Bradford
Alden Bradford
Supreme Judicial Court of
Massachusetts
The
Commonwealth
Boston Gazette
Boston Latin School
Harvard College
Europe
Joshua Bates
Our
Public Library
Great House of Baring
Louis Napoleon
Louis Philippe
Union Club
Old Orchard Beach
Samuel Eliot
Gamaliel Bradford
Henry George’s view of Washington founder mocked
A Washington Post Democratic comment argues that George’s claim of a large landhold could label him a monopolist and robber baron. It labels Thomas Jefferson as the Father of His Country and critiques Henry George’s theories.
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Henry George
Washington Post
Fulton condemned for Roman Catholic conversion effort
In a clash of periodical voices, the Boston Beacon questions the Rev. Justin D. Fulton's aim to convert Catholics, accusing him of promoting intolerant, vain interference and a backward colonial spirit still found in rural, untravelled minds, as echoed by the Boston Pilot.
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Justin D. Fulton
Boston Beacon
New England
Boston Pilot
Ex Confederate Dissatisfaction Over Promotions Claim
A Republican-leaning paper reports alleged discontent among ex Confederates following a ruling by Postmaster General Vilas on promotions. The charge claims the move would bar ex Confederates from advancement, mocking past GOP warnings about Confederate return to power.
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Vilas
Post
The President's Danger and Office Seeker Worries
A New York Commercial Advertiser dispatch notes the president faces danger from dyspepsia and apoplexy but is unlikely to self-harm with his doctor, secretary, and wife protecting him. It suggests one uprising of office seekers can be more trying than persistent illness.
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Norristown Herald
Granger
Montreal
Texas
Vermont
Detroit Free Press
Desatch
Washington
N. Y
Rhode Island Republicans Face a Fork in the Road
The Providence Journal argues that no observing Republican believes the current approach can continue and urges the party to take the right path or risk collapse. It stresses that hating wrong yet pursuing it is dangerous and that true victory requires decisive action at the crucial moment.
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Rhode Island
Providence Journal
Ind
Trustees Favor Sunday Opening of City Museum of Art
It is understood a majority of trustees favor opening the Museum of Art on Sunday and will soon take official action. The move is described as sensible and likely to win public approval and appreciation.
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Museum of Art
N. Y. Herald
Difficult Undertaking Faces President Cleveland Critics
The New York Times notes that opponents in both parties suffer and grieve, while a single act of enlightened statesmanship like the interstate commerce commission can erase a year of sneers. It praises the President for sound judgment in larger acts despite minor errors.
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Cleveland
Interstate Commerce Commission
N. Y. Times
Marine Editor Charles FE Sellon Stricken With Paralysis
Charles FE Sellon long time marine editor of the Daily Advertiser was stricken with paralysis at his Dorchester home Wednesday evening after a day at the office. A blood vessel at the base of his brain ruptured and he remains unconscious with doctors fearing illness may be fatal.
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Charles FE. Sellon
Daily Advertiser
Dorchester
Payson Estate Belmont Sold to Syndicate
Belmont property at Payson Estate, 224 acres, purchased by a syndicate led by Brice Evans Son, real estate agents. Papers to pass in days. plan to form a company to decide subdivision and disposal after members review suggestions.
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Payson
Belmont
Brice
Evans & Son
Coupenys
Memers
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Chicago
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