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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1891
Page
4
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Listings show Edward S. Willard in The Middleman at Tremont Theatre on Tremont Street, Augustin Daly's Company in The Last Word at Hollis Street Theatre, Work and Wages at Glose Theatres, Wolves of New York at Boston Theatre, The Guv'nor at Boston Messe, Helen Barry in A Night's Frolic at Panx Tu Hears, Dos Cesar de Bazan with Salvini at Graup Opera House, The Night Owls at Howard Street venue.
The Boston Post notes 1891 arrivals at Baltimore Boston New Orleans New York Philadelphia and San Francisco accounted for about 99 percent of total immigration. First quarter totals for these ports are given and weekly arrivals through May are listed, showing nationwide immigration activity locally.
The Senate struck out the fifth section of the restraint bill aimed at investment bond companies and beneficiary associations. The measure seeks to curb financial speculation by lessening appeal to the ignorant and thoughtless. House action remains uncertain, with advocates urging swift passage in its current Senate form, crediting the Watch and Ward Society for shaping the bill.
The Senate likely to consider an inquiry into how the lobby law is enforced at the State House. The Post earlier highlighted disregard of the law and urged enforcement to secure promised restraints. Publicity has already prompted some improvement, and a broader inquiry could illuminate professional and amateur lobbyists and the corporate heads who employ them.
The piece notes harsh Russian measures drive Jewish residents to Britain, described as an exodus or Hebrew invasion. It discusses calls to restrict immigration similar to U S laws and suggests Britain’s experience could inform U S policy, aiming to exclude certain arriving groups.
A fragment discussing opposition to desiring people entering, criticizing American laws as insufficient to curb the tide from Russia and suggesting English authorities may offer a model.
The article argues that a Republican tariff increase on oatmeal to 1 cent per pound spurred the formation of an oatmeal trust. It cites a mill bloc producing about 8 percent of US oatmeal and notes imports continued but priced up, encouraging a domestic trust while export levels show threefold domestic output versus imports.
A Roosevelt lecture in St Louis attacking Clarkson loyalty to spoils politics. The piece contrasts Roosevelt’s anti spoils stance with Clarkson’s defense of patronage, arguing Clarkson and allies seek party backing via offices. It frames Roosevelt as the opposing Republican voice and questions leadership.
In Belgrade, students defend Queen Nathalie of Servia as forcefully expelled from the country her son now rules by regency. A daughter of a Russian colonel, she wed Milan early, later divorced over political rifts, and is separated from her only child who reportedly wept. Her unhappy marriage began with a morose husband.
Milan appeals to the metropolitan over a divorce on irreconcilable mutual antipathy. The court’s authority is questioned as the queen, banished to Bucharest, faces uncertain fate amid political tremors. Students and citizens rally to defend the fair woman amid brutal treatment by husband and regents.
The House endorses a measure allowing towns and cities to decide for themselves whether to supply light publicly or continue private supply. The debate frames the bill as expediency, not principle, citing public works precedent and the shift from private aqueducts to public control while addressing criticisms of nationalist theory and abstract aesthetic critique.
Boston readers claim a keen yet restless interest in art and criticism. The piece argues against excessive praise or denial, noting critics face public scrutiny while many opinions boil down to I like it or I don’t like it. It discusses theatre goers and differing views on art reflecting social tensions.
In a New York newspaper contribution Fanny Davenport explains her approach to researching a character. She reads about the character and her times, and notes Italian traits for Italian roles, claiming greater thoroughness than Miss Mary Moore who relied on a German voyage to Germany while not understanding the language.
Reports from Chicopee Falls about objections raised by Rev Mr Hoers to parishioners performing Esther the Beautiful Queen differ on whether chorus dresses were too short or skirts at fault. All accounts concur the Mayor attended and supported the chorus.
In Boston a column surveys Madame Blavatsky as a controversial figure with recent letters hinting she may visit within a year. It recounts a New Yorker’s tales of hypnotism and odd sightings at her New York parlor and pokes fun at credulity while previewing upcoming theatre engagements in Boston including Willard, Lydia Thompson, Daly’s company, Miss Behan, Kellar, and Salvini with schedules at the Tremont, Hollis Street, and other venues.
The speaker notes a taste clash at club houses with many snubbing boiled beef and cabbage while others imitate fashion trends even to boiled peppy dogs. He urges respect for those who dislike the dish and mentions networking with an unknown neighbor at the tavern.
A collage of humorous exchanges and quips from various papers including the Washington Post and Lewiston Journal. Dialogues touch on marriage folly, sports, transit myths, writing, and a tale of horses frightened by cars, reflecting early 20th century urban humor and social types.
In a New York interview Mrs. James G. Blaine refutes Chicago gossip that Miss Hattie Blaine, Secretary Blaine’s youngest daughter, is engaged to Truxton Beale. Wilfred and Lady Anne Blunt return from Egypt with six Arab horses. Mr. Blunt plans a new William Morris poetry volume via Kelmscott Press for summer. Julian Story and Miss Eames announce an autumn wedding. Rutherford B. Hayes, in New York for Slater Fund meetings, reports grip illness and memory issues, deflecting Ohio political questions to New York papers.
Haydn oratorio The Creation received a highly successful performance at Medford Maine with Medford High School scholars leading the choral portion. Soprano Annabelle Clark tenor George Parker and bass Ivan Morewski sang with a 20-piece orchestra conducted by Henry Hadley and accompanied by Joshua Chippen.
A party led by Senator Hoar toured historic Boston burying grounds including Granary and Copp's Hill. They examined graves of governors, founders, clergy, and famed families, then lunched in Charlestown and dined at Parker House with notable historians and antiquarians from Massachusetts and beyond.
Directors of West End Nursery at 37 Blossom Street seek funds to care for about twenty sick infants during the coming summer by placing them in out of town or suburban branch nurseries. Each child costs $3 weekly, with frequent matron visits and direct supervision. Disbursements and total contributions totaling 4104 dollars are listed, with donors including H. C. Haven M.D. and many others.
The Mitchell sale concluded with dramatic prices, including Wood’s New England’s Prospect at $50 and Greeley’s American Conflict with autographs fetching steep sums. The total reached about $5900 across 446 catalogue numbers, with scarce bindings and high artistry elevating results.
The Christian Union staged its season finale in Union Hall with a one act Jerome K. Jerome play Barbara and a two act farce American Fascination or a Box of Monkeys by Grace L Furniss before a large audience. The Criterion Club earned praise for the performances and stage settings.
Widespread worry among third House members over Post articles drawing attention to lobby influence. Legislators discuss enforcing current law, potential amendments, and possible constitutional challenges. Names added to unregistered lobbyist list include Walker Lynn Sillars Danvers Willcomb Ipswich Runnels Blaunton Pratt South Boston. District Attorney Stevens’ action on Lexington Water Company lobby requests awaited.
In New London New Hampshire a crowd of 150 attendees gathered for the second annual New London Association of Colby Academy reunion and banquet at the Thorndike. Ex Governor Brackett reelected president with L H Dutton as toastmaster and a slate of officers listed. Speakers included Rev Dr George Gardner and Prof A P Blair among others, with the Appleton Quartet providing musical selections.
The Cambridge Board of Aldermen met to hear President Whitney of the West End Railway Company outline plans to lay tracks on Front Street and Harvard Bridge. An order ratifying last year’s locations was adopted without opposition, with Whitney proposing faster speeds and quicker work once a confirming ordinance is granted.
A Brookline town meeting last night authorized the Park Commissioners to buy part of the Thomas lot between Longwood Avenue and Francis Street for a public park, 168000 square feet, with 40000 dollars. The Nebum Smith estate near seven acres on Harvard Street was authorized for school use with の000 dollars. The School Committee sought 25000 for a primary school, but 20000 was appropriated. 13000 funded Sewall Avenue reconstruction. Chapter 17v of the Acts of 1891 was accepted. Prospect Avenue Colbourne Crescent and Addington roads were accepted as town ways. Flora Street construction was authorized. Newsboy and peddler licenses were mandated. Daily water from Charles River to increase to 500000 gallons. Grant for Cypress Street Common grand stand was indefinitely postponed.
The wife of Lieutenant John Downs of the United States Navy Emma H Nazro was buried yesterday at noon from her home on Percival avenue. Rev Christopher R Eliot of the First Parish Church conducted the service with only intimate friends present. The burial took place at Cedar Grove Cemetery.
New York postmaster C Van Cou traveled to Boston and visited the local office in relation to securing quicker mail delivery between the two cities. No official statement has been issued, but the visit signals a focus on improving regional postal service efficiency.
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