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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1889
Page
4
Boston readers are told royal junketing has begun with King Humbert of Italy visiting the German Emperor. The piece doubts political deductions will follow and recalls last summer’s rumors about William’s travels, noting Europe’s affairs remain unchanged from then.
The mayor appears to push a patronage plan favoring Tammany players, appointing five of seven to key posts. Some officials and supporters doubt the net gain, while critics warn the policy harms broader city interests and loyalty to reform. In Connecticut, the lower house passes a near unanimous secret ballot bill, likely to become law, aligning with Massachusetts reforms. The bill tightens official ballots and secrecy, with a minor flaw allowing party representatives to monitor entrances to polling areas.
The bill for a regional sewerage system cleared its third Senate reading by a narrow margin, signaling likely enactment. Critics from some towns argued against shared costs, but proponents stress the health benefits for a rapidly growing area and the importance of a permanent drainage system.
The examination of William O Brien before the Parnell Commission in London enlivened proceedings though the wit may not always leave a good impression. With one notable exception Parnell maintained his stance as a constitutional advocate despite the grave ordeal.
The article discusses Mr. O'Brien's warnings about illegality amid Irish reforms and the impact of his stance on Home Rule prospects. It notes English opinion that reforms are hard to achieve and how O'Brien's remarks may bolster opposition to Home Rule, regardless of whether he reflects Irish sentiment better than Parnell.
The City of Paris broke the eastward record and barely beat the westward best, posting six days two hours ten minutes overall. The line notes that a five day twenty two hour ten minute figure used Sandy Hook to Brow Head, not a fair basis for comparison.
The article argues the President’s use of civil service patronage favors personal ties over party leadership. It cites Indiana appointments restricted by presidential approval and claims Indiana leaders view Harrison’s method as harming party unity and efficiency. It notes uneven regional distribution and criticizes advisers lacking practical politics.
The Irish viceroyalty faces scrutiny as a successor to Lord Londonderry remains elusive. Critics argue the office is obsolete while supporters fear loss of royal social influence and national identity. The Chief Secretary already governs, making the post largely ceremonial. The debate continues amid Home Rule tensions.
The passage critiques the system used by Mr. Harrison to govern, calling it an unpleasant display and devoid of optimistic prospects for improvement. It emphasizes a somber assessment of the administration and its prospects.
The article argues the Blaine promised reform of the consular service has stalled amid pressure for appointments. It questions whether tariff views should affect consuls who must handle facts over theory, noting protectionist advice from industry and press while praising current envoys' integrity.
In Boston notes the dime museum fascination with cannibals and a metallic man sparks reflection on stage history, while reviving Royall Tyler’s The Contrast as a test of American character. The piece links Hawthorne, Howells, Holmes and Clarke to Newton histories and cultural figures.
The piece cites Max O Re ll describing Boulang er as a tool of Conservatives and Communists and predicts France will not be ruled by Boulang er. It notes a historical crisis approaching, with possible leadership by the Comte de Paris after long anticipation and mentions the slow pace of any upheaval.
London journalists face new legal peril as critics may be sued for opinions. Frederick Greenwood of the St James's Gazette now sues a proprietor for wrongful dismissal, attracting broad attention.
The piece recalls Governor Claffin’s Newton residence and guests such as Whittier and Mrs. Stowe, notes artist Louis K. Harlow’s home, and celebrates a departed office boy who “dived beneath the surface.” It wryly sketches the boy’s traits, mischiefs, and ties to the Printer’s Devil era, inviting the finder to return him.
A Philadelphia woman credits Tolstoi with Miss Kate Drexel's withdrawal from society, as Drexel read only his fiction. In Burlington Vermont, Ex Minister and Mrs E W Phelps host a brilliant reception with Governor Dillingham Lieutenant Governor Woodbury Major Crombie and President Buckham among other guests. The London Standard reports the Marquis of Londonderry may leave Ireland's lord lieutenancy and hints the post could go to the Duke of Westminster. A correction notes Allen Thorne Rice's life records show the 1860 abduction occurred Aug 4 when he was a little over nine.
The Boston Symphony Orchestra and Cecilia join in a Parsifal selections program with soloists William J. Winch and Ivan Morawski at Music Hall in honor of Wilhelm Gericke. A rehearsal praise plus Beethoven Fifth round out the evening as Gericke leads for the last time.
A Providence Journal Indiana note questions Corporal Tanner about his silence after a week of public attention over his funding actions. The piece hints at illness without stating a diagnosis and frames the public interest around his withheld comments.
The administration faces a choice between a lucrative consulship for John Jarrett or doubling tinware taxes to fund party services. They chose the consulship for Birmingham as a cheaper option, avoiding an eight million tax on households.
The Evening Post notes there is little surprise in President Harrison offering a great honor to a man who would not have been widely considered for the post if not for being the President's law partner. It argues Harrison used public office as a private benefit for family and friends during his Senate term and would likely do so again as President.
The Springfield Union urges the Massachusetts Legislature to stop diluting public money and go home. The editorial argues officials' salary raises please officials but burden taxpayers with higher bills, challenging the political party majority's stance.
A letter from a West India island American consul notes English makers imitate American products to ride on the name. It cites American shirtings and gray domestics preferred locally for quality, with Manchester imports finished like American and stamped Massachusetts rather than the maker, reflecting trade imitators.
The English High School Association held its annual meeting on Montgomery street. Officers elected for the coming year included Charles F. Wyman as president Francis A Waterhouse as vice president William H Moriaty as secretary W H Patridge as treasurer and a nine member executive committee. The invested fund totals 6500 and the uninvested fund 146822.
The Country Club announces a Saturday afternoon program at Clyde Park Brookline with polo pony race prize of 75 dollars to the winner. Entries cost 5 dollars and only ponies owned by Dedham and Wenham Polo clubs members may compete. Three ponies from distinct owners race a half mile on the flat.
The column records guests at Tremont Quincy Brunswick Vendome Parker's Young's Revere and Crawford hotels. Names include Henry A. Willard of Willard's Hotel and many travelers such as the Hon. E. S. Daniell and J. MacCollum plus several couples, with origins from New York Philadelphia Chicago and beyond.
An excerpt from James Freeman Clarke's Ten Great Religions discusses the Samoans as hospitable, honest, and courteous. It cites a wreck scene where cargo was saved without theft and recounts chiefs giving thanks and exchanging gifts, illustrating a culture of courage, honesty, and kindness.
H D Murphy of Interoceanic Transportation spoke at Chauncy Hall school outlining three interoceanic schemes Panamas De Lesseps canal the Nicaragua Canal and the Tehuantepec ship railway He noted the Panama project failed after over 400000000 was spent the Tehuantepec plan was abandoned and the Nicaragua Canal is now under survey with an estimated 60000000 needed for completion He described the route from Greytown to Brito and the government’s involvement
A collage of quirky notes from Casco Bay to national quips. Clams in Casco Bay spark resort chatter while editorial labels and a Parisian maid’s dying remark color a mosaic of Midwest and New York humor. A blind theatregoer’s keen ear closes the piece with a sharp, silent wit.
The article notes pressure tactics by Dickson Manufacturing and Delaware Lackawanna & Western Railway workers to attend prohibition talks amid wage cuts. It cites Iowa and Illinois as evidentiary blows to prohibition, reports West Virginia gubernatorial vote inquiries, and mentions pay director remarks on New Bedford postmaster removal. It also critiques ballot reform claims and Territorial appointment rules.
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