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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1886

Page

2

Senate debate defends bankruptcy bill against regional opposition

The Senate discussion of the bankruptcy bill provided a defense by Senator Hoar against what were described as uncommercial arguments from Southern and Western opponents. The measure lacks a large appropriation, placing it at a disadvantage this Congress, though the debate could educate the public.

Senate Hoar Congress

Underground Wires Spread in City Streets Amid Alarming Tax Debate

An aldermen order allows an electric lighting company to bury wires underground in several streets. The piece notes Western Union’s two years of successful underground wiring and predicts electric lines will work similarly. It also surveys New Jersey’s court case on funding state needs via out-of-state taxes, potential $1,000,000 annual loss, and a shift to self-funded government.

Board of Aldermen Western Union Telegraph Company New Jersey New York Washington Maryland Frederick Chesapeake and Ohio Annapolis

Senate’s extravagant bills blamed for national tax burden

The piece denounces the Senate for pushing vast, unchecked expenditures that would surpass the coming year’s revenue. It cites Blair’s education bill, a new pension bill, and river and harbor additions as examples, urging the House to curb Senate waste and restore fiscal balance.

United States Htouse of Representatives Senate Blair House

Springfield’s 250 Year Growth From Puritan Roots

The narrative traces Agawam area’s renaming to Springfield and the Puritan offshoots from Roxbury. It notes early settlers, hardships with Indians, and eventual land grants that spawned fourteen towns. Railroads catalyzed trade, manufacturing, and steady expansion into a thriving, beautiful city now celebrating 250 years.

Agawam Springfield Narragansett Bay Connecticut General Court Massachusetts Roxbury Commonwealth

Canadian port incident highlights treaty over municipal rules

The piece argues a Portland fine on a Canadian fisherman reflects broader tensions between Canada and the United States over fishing rights. It stresses treaty obligations supersede local regulations, backing Secretary Bayard’s stance and predicting Britain will seek a swift resolution through diplomacy rather than customs actions.

Portland Dominion Three Sisters Bay State Department Bayard West

Stage lavishness marks modern theater fashion

Critics note a rise in costly stage aesthetics led by Irving and Barrett as theatres shift from poverty bound management to lavish costumes, bric a brac, and real gold. Paris and London examples show eight hundred dresses and expensive chorus outfits while spectators praise but risk excess.

Irving Lawrence Barrett Paris Mme. Bernhardt South America London Princess Ida

College standoff echoes senate clash over rights

The piece describes a dispute at a college where a disappointed candidate appeals to her father who warns of legal action to force recognition of his daughter's rights. College authorities vow to stay firm as reporters interview the involved young women, likening the scene to a Senate quarrel.

Cises National Senate

Judicial Proceedings Demand in Bell Suit

The piece argues the Wilber confession warrants judicial inquiry and cross examination of Professor Bell and his lawyers. It challenges press criticism of government action and urges newspapers to acknowledge the prima facie case against Bell in court.

Wilber Bell Company Bell N. Y. Star

What Freedom Means and Political Warnings

A collection of opinion excerpts argues liberty grounded in law and respect for life and property, while condemning anarchists and murderers. It cites debate over Ames, praise for scholarship, and notes a labor strikes backlash hurting production and retail demand.

Philadelphia Times

Funeral at King's Chapel for George C. Richardson

The funeral of George C. Richardson was held at King's Chapel at noon after services at his Beacon Street home. Attendees included ex-Governor Rice ex-Mayor Cobb and prominent figures from the New England Historic Genealogical Society and Boston Merchants Association. Pallbearers included George K. Guild Alexander H. Rice Ezra Farnsworth and others as the body was taken to Mt. Auburn.

George C. Richardson King’s Chapel Beacon Streets Rice Ezra Farnsworth Cobb George K. Guild Charles J. Morrill A. T. Lyman George E. Kilis D. D Charlies L. Young George Whitney William S. Bond N.S. Spofford M. D. Ross E.S. Tobey E. D. Jordan Thomas C. Amory W. W. Clapp Saunders Cambridge Benjamin Dean New England Historic, Genealogical Society Boston Merchants’ Association William B. Woods N. W. Farley O. H. Sampson A. K. Tolman A. Shuman F. H. Smith Weston Lewis John J. Henry B.F. Larrabee Charles B. Gookin Charles Weil Stephen B. Simons William Whitman N. W. Cumner Beverly K. Moore Henry W. Foote

Daly's company sails to Daly's Strand engagement

The Aurania arrived at Queenstown after a pleasant Atlantic crossing from New York on May 15 carrying Mr. Daly's artists. Mrs. Gilbert and Miss Reban drew admiration aboard, and Daly's troupe performed Woman's Want for charity in the saloon. The company, warmly received by officers and passengers, plans a ten week season at London's Strand Theatre starting next Thursday.

New York Times Queenstown Aurania Haines New York Lewis Sandy Hook Reban Daly Strand Theatre London

Dr. Holmes Welcomed As Prolific American Author

The essay lauds Oliver Wendell Holmes as a physician writer and poet of the eighteenth century temper. It praises his novels Elsie Venner and The Guardian Angel for blending science with romance and humor. It notes his Autocrat and Philosophical writings as enduring literature and says England will welcome him as an American who suits English tastes.

Holmes Arbuthnot Sir Thomas Browne John Brown Apollo Esculapius Elsie Venner Fielding Fom Jones Dr. Holmes Hopkins Brahmain New World England

Dramatic critic joins Daily Crimson editorial board

The Daily Crimson elects H. H. Furness as dramatic critic on the editorial board. He will provide brief Boston theatre reviews. Harvard tug team likely lineup includes Pease Purdoe Chase Caston anchor. Caston anchors university tally of war crew. Sears defeats Snow in an exhibition tennis match. junior nine beat freshmen 14 to 6.

Daily Crimson H. H. Furness Boston Harvard Pease Purdoe Chase Caston Pp. S. Sears Snow

Maine School Reports From Deestrick Committeemen

A Maine newspaper quotes old time district school committees with quaint remarks about teachers and pupils. Miss Abrams allegedly kept quiet pupils with little personal effort, while others “dragged along” as teachers used minimal guidance. Birch on was praised as the lubricant that kept schools moving, and some students showed unexpected progress.

Maine Deestrick

Quip Jar: Odds, Jokes, and Oddities Spread Here

A collage of light verse and wry observations from various papers. Snippets touch on longevity myths, jail cat tails, domestic squabbles, politics, theatre, architecture, and amusing anecdotes about notable figures. Some items vent social satire while others lampoon current events and public figures.

Memorial Day Music Arrives From Oliver Ditson Co

New memorial pieces arrive including We Gather Here with Reverence and One Flag One Country Still by Collincoe. Hymn of Peace and Heroes Beloved feature Macy and Jackson with Collincoe and Leslie contributing tunes and lyrics.

Messrs. Oliver Ditson & Co Collincoe George Russell Jackson W. Hutchins Callcott C. M. Cartright J. C. Macy Herbert Leslie E. R. Latta

Emulsion Promoted For Wasting Diseases By Rochester Doctor

Dr C T Bromser of Rochester N Y endorses Scott s Emulsion noting personal benefit and recommends it for wasting conditions. The statement highlights palatable cod liver oil with hypophosphites as effective in wasting diseases.

C. T. Bromser Rochester N. Y Scott

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