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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1884

Page

2

Meaning of new term mug wamp in political rhetoric

A correspondent asks for definition of the term mug wamp and warns that the use of concealed deadly weapons in a campaign would trigger withdrawal. The note implies concern over intimidation tactics in political contests.

Death of Capt James J Flynn Alters City Politics

The passing of Capt James J Flynn removes a key city figure. A general court representative, a council veteran of over a decade, and former alderman, he earned respect from opponents through diligent service. In his last role as superintendent of streets, his work promised strong results for the city he faithfully served.

James J. Flynn General Court

Democrats Back Tariff Reform Build on Revenue Shift

The Tuesday caucus shows two thirds of Democratic representatives favor revenue reform by tariff reduction, providing a basis for policy and renewed hope. A large minority could ally with Republicans to defeat Morrison, but the steadfast majority gains courage. The reform movement grows nationwide, with manufacturers increasingly affected, suggesting enduring significance. It ends with the natural faith that there is still a God in Israel.

House Congress Israel Portland Advertiser Tilden Democrats of New England Boston Post Syracuse Herald Jefferson Newburyport Herald The Post Ohio New Hampshire Morrison Ilinois

Hampden County Jail Debacle Prompts Call for New Board

Sheriff Sanderson testified before the prison committee detailing dire cell conditions and odious replies from county commissioners. He reported inadequate cell, sewerage, and ventilation since 1978. A significant January reply suggested using a hole for excess prisoners and denying baths. The piece urges a new jail and new commissioners for Hampden County.

Sanderson Hampden County Board of Commisssioners

Death of G W Danielson Ends a Powerful Journalistic Era

The Providence Journal editor G W Danielson dies at forty five, cutting a influential figure from journalism and politics. The piece notes his strong individuality, industry, and personal push to be part of his work, while reflecting on editors’ often early deaths and the strains of fierce enthusiasm on health and longevity. It compares his fate to Bowles and Kinsella, suggesting editors’ zeal may hasten burnout despite devotion to craft.

G. W. Danielson Providence Journal Danielson Samuel Bowles Thomas Kinsella Mr. Danielson

Tariff reform debate voices protection as harm to workers

The article condemns tariff reform arguments as hypocritical, arguing protection harms the workingman who sells his labor. It asserts the general consuming public suffers, but the worker is the greatest sufferer, countering protectionists claim of benefiting pauper European labor. It notes the claim of cheap European labor versus domestic competition.

Europe Trence Canada England

From a Busy Boston Paper to Tariff Reform and More

A collage of short notices and quips from a Cincinnati source touches on tariff reform, political sentiment in New England, and various human-interest vignettes. It references Blaine, Secor Robeson, Mayor Martin, and Jefferson Parish crime, plus jokes about stock boards, theater seating, and a Denver frog-wager episode, ending with literary announcements and new publications.

Eye on Market: Local Traders Report Quiet Start

Local merchants report a quiet opening across the market with steady foot traffic. Officials note stable prices and no major disruptions as shoppers explore new seasonal offerings.

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