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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1888
Page
4
The Massachusetts Tariff Reform League and Home Market Club consider a joint discussion on taxing raw materials. The Club had previously declined a debate on the issue but now may engage either orally or in writing to push Congress toward favorable legislation.
The State House debated a bill to bar liquor sales on holidays, but critics note its impractical effect in cities like Boston. They argue rural lawmakers misjudge urban conditions and warn the proposal would merely shift traffic to remain uncontrolled.
Senator BLA pushed a lengthy plan to favor disabled Confederate soldiers for civil service appointments. Southern papers unite in rejecting the idea, with Jacksonville Times-Union and Memphis Appeal arguing it offends constitutional amendments in spirit and letter. Barr’s bill faces broad Republican and press opposition.
The text notes small levies such as £1 on pleasure horses and £5 on race horses, 6d on contract notes, and £1 per £1000 of new company issues. It mentions an anticipated penny reduction in the income tax by Mr Goscoin, which would lessen the impact of these charges.
English statesmen often rise to prominence as chancellors of the exchequer and Mr Goschen adds to his growing reputation with the budget before Parliament. Though not a new man like Gladstone or Disraeli, he faces high expectations after a prior setback and his proposals are widely regarded as sound and sensible with broad support.
Mr Goscnen argues that Britain’s finances are in better shape than since 1872. Investors may dislike the lower government interest, but scarce safe investments will deter rejecting terms. The first consols payoff totals 167 million pounds, with 7.4386 million pounds likely to cover those joining under the consols conversion act. The provisions.
In a Commonwealth Club address Professor Arthur T Hadley of Yale attacks arbitration as a cure for capital labor conflict and urges corporations to align interests with labor. He argues arbitration only helps mis understood disputes and promotes a slow evolution toward harmony through shared concessions and mutual benefit. Massachusetts experiment cited as already proving success despite objections from Hadley.
The address at Tremont Temple challenges the notion that England abandoned protection solely because of long term gains from free trade. It argues the shift was not obvious to its people and compares the idea to speculations about the Southern states and slavery, noting the prolonged agitation before free trade policy emerged.
The article discusses whether living to a hundred is common or an extraordinary exception. It cites Dr. Bur xEY Yro, Professor HumMPHREY, and records like M. Cuevrecut and Lady Laura, noting centenarian cases, aging patterns, and health factors such as thinness, voice, digestion, and temperance. It questions the practicality of achieving century life.
A historical comparison argues that England’s free traders were outmatched by tariff reformers in wealth and influence and faced persecution. It notes Sir Rupert Parr’s corn law repeal debates and warns that U.S. manufacturers may later regret opposing tariff protection as they did under the American system.
The Laureate and Dean Swirv affirm discretion, yet Dr. Burney Yeo and Professor Humburey offer studies that captivate a broad audience. Their work, though not aimed at achieving a century, prompts curiosity across ages and backgrounds.
The Hollis Street Theatre audience praised Mme. Modjeska and the company for a lively Measure for Measure, with strong applause and repeated curtain calls. The review credits Italianate influence on Elizabethan drama and notes the production’s rare local revival, highlighting audience intelligence and enthusiasm.
A 19th or early 20th century review discusses Modjeska's Isabella in Measure for Measure, praising her restrained yet fiery performance. It contrasts Italian influence on early drama with Shakespearean originality, notes textual edits for stage, and comments on other cast members while lamenting over- theatrical peers and critics' expectations.
A Boston Globe column reviews a Globe Theatre production titled A Dark Secret An aquatic spectacle unfolds across two acts with real Thames water boats and a Henley regatta scene The review notes strong audience acclaim and details the theatrical water effects and key performers including Mr George Hosmer and the West End Boat Club members.
The Australian Novelty company headlines Grand Opera House this week with Baldwin and Daly the Zulu twins, Rosalie Lurier, the Bently brothers, Austin sisters flying trapeze, Mile Aimee the human fly, Pitrot as Nature’s mimic, and LeClaire Russell in A Practical Joke. The troupe performs all week.
A collage of satirical notes and brief items on subjects from literature and dentistry to royalty and war. It mentions Henry Bergh in New York debates, the spring robin, coffin profits, bears in finance, Turkish royal expenditures, Abyssinian warfare, novel signaling balloons, a Landseer anecdote with the King of Portugal, a captain and his loyal pet pheon, Julius and Caesar references, Lincoln’s lampooned tale, and practical advice for women on leveraging skills to earn money.
Henry Sandham exhibits portraits at Williams & Everett gallery. Noyes Cobb & Co secure Munkacsy In the Drawing Room for display. Walter Gay Satan Paris World correspondent notes A Woman Saying Grace admired for subject and treatment. Reinhart sends Woman Looking for the Boats and Storm. Henry Bacon showcases Scenes from a Fishermans Life and E L Weeks an Indian study. Leonard s hosts notable etchings sale. sale runs this week and Thursday afternoon. auction rare for Boston.
The piece argues Republicans lack unified policy due to fear of public opinion and shifts away from Randall. It notes desertions among Randall’s followers as they realize less support for old tariff stances. Support for substantial tariff revision and reduction is seen as increasingly likely and encouraging.
A Commercial Advertiser opinion notes with concern that hard drinking among Congressmen in Washington this winter is unusually conspicuous. Veteran observers say the habit among leaders helps account for legislative inefficiency and delays.
The Springfield Republican notes E J Phelps of Vermont as a potential chief justice candidate. It cites his long leadership of the bar, Yale professorship, national reputation, and roles in New York and Washington. It also recalls his father Samuel S Phelps, and notes Phelps is nearly 66, which may count against him.
Miss Alice May Bates offered a agreeable program at Mrs J A Browns Newbury street parlors featuring novelties by William Gericke Arthur Foote and manuscript pieces. Her light pleasant voice and sweet singing pleased the audience. Box office opens Friday for Campanini farewell concert at Music Hall with Gerster Scalchi Galassian and Campanini on the program.
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