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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1889
Page
4
Superintendent Bell of the railway mail service is accused of stretching civil service rules. Reports say he changed posts before May 1 and delayed many removal notices until after April, leaving hundreds unmailed at month’s end. Bell insists no notices were written after April 30, inviting skeptical readings.
The administration apparently upholds a policy treating injuries not in the line of duty as valid pension claims, citing an Ohio case where a man injured by skating with comrades was granted a pension. The move, if accepted, would degrade the pension list from an honored roll and invite widespread fraudulent claims, alarming concerns over Treasury costs.
The Charleston’s first test voyage from San Francisco Bay faced heavy seas and moderate power, with speeds of 11 to 14 knots reported while engines showed no heat. Officials cite the trip as proof of sturdi ness and potential for higher speeds, aiming for nineteen knots under contract.
The Charleston resumes sea trials to test engine power aiming for 7500 horsepower. Day one reached about 3000 HP and fourteen knots, suggesting the engines could reach nineteen knots if improved. The Naniwa Kan tops 18.9 knots at 7650 HP. Charleston logged over thirteen knots at 72 revolutions, hinting at real performance gains on subsequent runs.
Lower House acts to amend the grade crossing bill, aiming to place the entire cost of separating the grades on the railways of the state, signaling an approach that favors abolitionists while risking railway burdens.
The piece disputes a proposal allowing railroads to bear nearly all costs for grade separation while permitting limited abolition of crossings by rail commissioners. It argues both railways and local authorities should share costs, with a competent body to determine allocations, and warns the plan remains flawed despite revisions.
The New York Evening Post says private information suggests Connecticut will pass an excellent ballot law before adjournment. If realized, nine states will have adopted the reformed system Massachusetts first used. Indiana Missouri and Tennessee already have Democratic legislatures and Maine opposes it. Governor Hilos veto threat looms over New York bill.
The Senate committee report defends trusts as not inherently harmful and argues competition plus modern invention restrains dangers, while the minority condemns monopolies controlling essentials and threatening government and judiciary. The piece notes Albany’s political influence shaping any proposed legislation.
A New York editorial laments the Assembly rejection of Mayor Grant's rapid transit plan amid party politics. It notes Governor Hill's stance, the deal bills, and hints at a possible revival through police justice appointments. It comments on legislative demoralization and ends with a note on a theatrical production with novel stage effects.
A committee has been investigating laws while a strong attack under existing statutes has been mounted. The final outcome will guide future regulatory efforts and indicate the line for further actions.
London correspondent notes the Parnell commission has been quiet recently yet lively with humorous exchanges. Judges Hannnen and Merl lie address Biggar’s claim the proceedings are a farce. Hannnen, a vegetarian, jokes about hardship of meat abstinence as the long sessions drag on.
The piece mocks New York newspapers in their Centennial display of pretended propriety. It targets the World Herald and Sun, recommending the Sun for observation while noting the tone is sour yet insightful. It frames its critique as a candid outside view offered to Post editors.
The fragment notes that things are perfectly understood even in an outer circle of barbarism that surrounds New York, conveying a tone of critique or resignation about perceptions beyond the city. The line emphasizes clarity of understanding despite harsh surroundings or attitudes.
A Boston reader recounts a vandalism incident on the Common where an old English elm was set ablaze in its base. Firefighters extinguished the fire, but the writer condemns neglect of the cavity and urges preservation over culling the tree while noting ongoing tree-keeping debates. The piece also discusses rural child welfare programs and country Week notes for working girls and city children, with reader reflections on country life and nature.
The Oxford Iron Company large rolling mill and nail works in Belvidere New Jersey have been shut down with rumors of a broader suspension of operations in the near future.
The piece reports events in Providence and surrounding cities including a dedication ceremony for the Pilgrim monument, a Young Men's Republican Club banquet with speeches by Charles Emory Smith and Gov Brackett, and a Press Club entertainment. Brown University events honor Professor Lincoln, and a Grand Canyon expedition is described as perilous. Chief Justice Park is feted in Bridgeport with resolutions and poetry. Edwin Booth loses a customs duty appeal over Germanic paintings. Catherine Drexel’s withdrawal and possible path as Sister of Mercy for Indian missions are discussed. John Icky O'Reilly accepts an invitation.
The Boston press reviews Augustin Daly's three week Hollis Street Theatre run featuring The Lottery of Love adaptation, with changes promised and strong advance sales. Updates include Captain Swift at Park Theatre, Museum stock season closings, next week revivals of Little Lord Fauntleroy, Hazel Kirke, and Pinafore at the Boston Theatre with noted cast. Also noted are Globe Theatre tank drama A Dark Secret, Redmund-Barry at Grand Opera House, Lost in New York at Howard Atheneum, and May 21 farewell for Falkland Buchanan and Maida Craigen. New York operas The Clover and The Brigands receive praise. The Oholah to open. Featherbrain success prompts advance seats. Gillette returns with Civil War stage pictures for next season.
Mr George C Folsom runs a private gallery at 36 Bromfield Street featuring American artists. He also sells Photo Reposit Company reproductions noted for bright black and white fidelity. Highlights include Lansil Venice scenes, Waughs Baby and Cat, Elten landscapes, and Brown Venice studies. Israels to publish Hunt Talks on Art in The Hague.
Fire this forenoon damaged the block owned by Lydia Wadleigh heirs in Milford. Losses included J Casey boarding house $500, A E Wheeler $300, J M Laws $200 insured, W K Putnam $200, E L Berry $50 insured, Holt Bros provisions $100 insured, building $1000 insured $3800. Nearby Georgetown mill in Norwalk burned for about $5000. Dover incineration trial follows after stock burned in Lee. Sudbury Centre factory for stockings loses $5000 on machinery and stock $2000.
At 5 30 yesterday afternoon members of chemical engine No 2 extinguished a slight fire in the house of S D Gainor 13 Edgerly place Damage 5 An alarm was sent in from Box 155 at 7 25 last evening for a slight fire in a shoe makers shop 157 Emerson street South Boston No damage
A Mer rick Thread Company circular states a meeting with the thread combination warned that without price agreement for six card spool cottons their business could fail. Prices of Clarks thread were cut 16 percent, with threats to go lower unless Merrick joined. The piece urges Merrick to stand firm while predicting a postwar pooling of rates and wage cuts amid tariff gains.
The Boston Library Society held its annual meeting at 18 Boylston place yesterday afternoon. Chairman Roger Wolcott led as treasurer Salisbury reported receipts of 234253 dollars and expenses of 231801 dollars, leaving 2452 dollars in the treasury. Librarian noted 9754 books issued, 736 added, and only one book missing. A nominating committee of Dr Minot, Mr Howard Stockton, and Mr Roger Wolcott was formed to propose Salisbury's successor, to appoint Thomas C Emery to the board, and to nominate other officers. adjournment followed for a week.
The steamer Lam pasas, Captain Crowell, from Galveston, arrived with one smallpox case. The patient died on May 9 and was buried at sea. Passengers and crew were vaccinated on arrival and the ship fumigated.
A collage of satirical clippings and comments from various papers. It notes political figures like Porter Harrison and Howells, jokes about dogs and fashion, a Paris fakir on weight loss, and humorous asides about Boston Fourth of July preparations, ending with quips about Porter and Butler and a New York paper on their actions.
The Cincinnati Commercial Gazette laments that office-seekers crowd the scene and urges Republicans to let other citizens have a chance. The piece contends the party has been safeguarding a few men who should retire gracefully to private life.
The Philadelphia Record notes a strange fortune in iron and coal pits in Pennsylvania being exploited by Southern competition in Tennessee and Alabama. It argues tariff premiums hurt consumers as Northern mills lose ability to raise prices and sell rails cheaply against imports.
A New York Sun note remarks that Blaine shows no effort to dominate or provoke within the Republican Party as Roscoe Conkling resigns, with no grand foreign ventures or public demonstrations. Uncle Jerry Rusk acts boldly, while Blaine remains decorous and unassuming. The piece contrasts him with prior, more forceful leadership.
A New York Times editorial argues that Platt, close to the administration, knew of the President's intent to appoint while party pledges to reform grow stronger. The piece suggests mounting pressure could compel action and hints at impending consequences for reform promises.
A tall bearded man, Colonel Hamilton, visited the Albany Journal office and proposed editorials backing the Niagara Falls hydraulic electric bill in exchange for payment. He offered 200 shares worth 25 000 dollars and suggested meetings with ex Senator Sessions and Congressman Wiley to influence legislators. The proprietor declined to commit and left with the offer under consideration.
A Jamaica Plain reader corrects the West Point graduating class ranking noting cadet Eveleth stands No. 1, not Eben Winslow. He is named for General Eveleth, grandson of Admiral Winslow, and is praised as a promising young man from Massachusetts. The letter adds context on lineage and possible future achievements.
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