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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1889
Page
4
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The notice lists page allocations for sections in the issue, with the Financial Department on page six, Commercial on pages six and seven, and Ship News on page three.
Boston news reports that leading ambassadors leave Paris as the Exposition opens and governments plan a formal snub to France, while rumors of war circulate. The piece attributes speculation to Bismarck, though the claim seems improbable and unfounded.
General Boulangers supporters joke about election wins in Radical strongholds but public mood in France is not decisive. Voters are absorbed by the Exposition and willing to delay serious problems until it ends. Boulangists may gain later but now seem to waste ammunition.
An active movement supports Mr Crapo as the Republican nominee for governor, with Lieutenant Governor Brackett also in early contention backed by machine factions at the State House. The Boston Journal says convention fights over boodle will not decide the contest, implying a cleaner campaign ahead amidst city government tensions. The mayor faces control of departments as three commissioners are not yet appointed, and the mayor may appoint temporary agents to run operations until a regular commission is formed.
The Missouri Legislature passed a ballot reform bill described as an Australian election law with modifications. Democratic lawmakers seem likely to gain assent from the Democratic governor. By contrast Pennsylvania’s Legislature has postponed any reform for at least two years, per The Philadelphia Press which cites partisan reluctance rather than opposition to reform.
The Press alleges no bribery at elections but questions whether it stems from the people’s morals or Republican dominance led by Boss Quay. It notes Pennsylvania legislators’ contempt for reform and suggests national interpretations will vary with Quay’s influence.
The article reviews Mr. Parnell's cross examination where he acknowledged deliberately misrepresenting facts in 1881 about secret societies in Ireland. It notes the inconsistency with his later claim that such groups caused all outrages, and discusses implications for his political trust and reputation.
The piece condemns President Harrison for personal appointments, notably Carter B. Harrison as U S marshal for the middle district of Tennessee, and Colonel D S Alexander as U S district attorney for the northern district of New York. It calls nepotism indefensible and questions independence from party bosses, urging higher propriety in federal appointments.
The Samoan Conference at Berlin hauls toward a harmonious settlement after a week with talks likely extending two more. Germany leans conciliatory while the United States presses its firm stance. Britain weighs German influence against Australian sentiment and U S friendship as it curbs public hostility. The Herald notes limited French among American commissioners and suggests adopting language and training reforms for diplomacy.
The article notes that critics say the era favors broad principles over individuals and argues that probing such actions will cause hurt. It mentions President Harrison growing more within range of scrutiny since he criticized episcopal preaching.
A visiting militia stirred unrest in New York last week not through clear aggression but by unsettling civilians. A reporter presents a printed dialogue as evidence of the disruption to public peace.
Report from foreign correspondents describes the Duchess of Marlborough being presented at court with Queen Victoria receiving her graciously. The event is portrayed as easing a new international complication and pleasing patriotic readers.
A Boston writer recalls Kentaro Kaneko, Harvard Law School alumnus and Japanese envoy, noting his critique of U S criminal law and his stance on China. The piece also comments on suburban burglaries and the call for protective associations and stricter penalties, then shifts to springtime views of cherry blossoms, peach trees, and old garden memories in Brookline.
A writer notes a white blossomed tree near the Public Garden pond that looks like frost against spring. He observes a waterlogged bench in the Ether fountain basin and a red painted bench with a slide, suggesting how to restore access and keep the amusements usable through summer.
Secretary of State Cooke of New York is out of danger. A bronze John Bright statue will rise at Rochdale by public subscription. Ex congressman Lyman K. Bass dies of consumption in New York. Engagement announced for Rev E S Tead to Louise Ordway. Professors Dearborn and wife sail to England for four months. Chamberlain withdraws from Liberation Society. W C P Breckinridge to speak at Plymouth dedication. Father Hall convalescing in hospital. Queen Victoria commissions American painter William Bunce for a portrait. Joseph B. Stearns survives Grand Trunk crash. safe in El Paso. Anna Dickinson ill with mother. sister expect mother’s death. Rev William F Slocum, Amherst alumnus, leads Colorado College. Wellington note on Queen Victoria’s christened name. George IV declined christening due to Kent family naming.
A large Museum audience welcomed J B Mason for his annual benefit starring Tom Taylor's The Ticket of Leave Man with Mason as Bob Brierly. Pitt as Hawkshaw and Miss Addison as Mrs Wiloughby drew praise. A Private Seance, though admired in idea, faltered in execution.
Francis H. Underwood the United States consul at Glasgow is highly valued by locals who forward a petition to President Harrison through Minister Phelps. The note signed by the lord provost professors and prominent citizens pleads for his remaining in service due to his favorable influence.
The piece surveys two young painters in a Herald building studio, Stacy Tolman and W H W Bicknell, highlighting Tolman’s Parisian training and Bicknell’s Barbizon influence. It praises Tolman’s two untitled works, and Leavitt’s fruit paintings, recounts a tale from Providence about criticism, and notes Leavitt’s shift toward natural realism and open air still life painting this summer.
The Boston Journal notes Mugwumps show strong criticism of Harrison while Cleveland is praised for a good start, a contrast not matched by Harrison. The Providence Journal remarks on the shifting rhetoric, highlighting partisan commentary across newspapers.
A Philadelphia Record item recalls President Harrison’s remark about Washington as a captain discarding a cargo of rags and suggests a parallel to Warner Miller of paper stock fame meeting a similar fate under the present administration.
A New York Herald interpreted remark accuses Democrats of incompetence while noting Republicans appear competent as layoffs sweep Brooklyn Navy Yard staff. The piece highlights political bias in firing of neglected disorderly and lazy employees.
A quotation from the New York Times is cited criticizing modern evils in public life. It argues that while people are not worse than a century ago, stronger forces and abuses now threaten legislation and public administration, unlike earlier times.
The Epoch notes unease at a Washington meeting of independent American nations aiming to form a customs union to boost intra regional trade. It argues protectionists contend less trade between countries supports their theory, so any trade promoting union would undermine protectionism.
The Philadelphia American remarks that Pennsylvania is burdened by corrupt politics and mocks the display of power by Quay supporters. It recalls Gallatin Dallas Forward and Meredith as capable leaders and condemns public boasting over losing spoils.
The Washington Post notes that amid a crowd of eloquent speakers Grover Cleveland delivered the finest overall address. He used a broad, fruitful text about “Our people” with notable grace and breadth, distinguishing himself among spellbinders.
Sergeant Lee and Station 8 officers raided 33 percent Howard street yesterday afternoon recovering Chinese gambling implements, some furniture and 1078 in money. Six Chinese men were arrested for presence.
A Boston area gathering of the American Folk-Lore Society at Boston University chapel discussed making history more vivid through ballads customs and traditions. Speakers from Harvard and local groups stressed collecting New England material Indian myths and parallels to world beliefs while proposing regular winter meetings and expanding membership.
A compiled sample of ribbing and social quips from various papers describes open car season arrival, a pneumonia harvest, family matters, a cryptic New York Tribune headline, and humorous asides from Punch and Chicago News. It mixes satire on Prohibition, German diplomacy, and a New Jersey dog theft trial.
Worcester Steel Company plans to mine near Portsmouth Kentucky to secure hard anthracite coal for pig iron and steel making at Worcester. Limestone would come from Massachusetts and magnetic ore from Pennsylvania or Rhode Island blends. The move aims to revive a near‑dead New England industry amid tariff worries, with Nova Scotia coal and ore beds as potential alternatives.
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