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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1886

Page

2

Boston Dost. Shipping bill grants fishing port equality

The shipping bill with Senator Frye s amendment passed the House and goes to the President. It would empower the President to establish equal privileges for American and Canadian fishermen at both nations ports, with no implied threat of retaliation. The State Department studies fishermen rights while the President may exercise this extraordinary power prudently.

Frye National House of Representatives Dominion of Canada State Department Ottawa Tx Board of Hearth Boston Europe Esteen Madeira Omeary Cape de Verde Islands Mediterranean Straits Africa Cape of Good Hope West India Bahama Bermuda Islands Virginia Central South Africa United States British America Board of Health BE. Davis Jmn

Gladstone Meeting Unites Liberal Home Rule Faction

A Liberal meeting called by Mr. Gladstone united the home rule wing and cleared the political atmosphere. Gladstone agreed to modify the clause to allow Irish representatives in Parliament a voice in Irish or imperial affairs and will introduce amendments after the second reading in autumn. New supporters Mr. Moulton and Mr. Whitbread strengthen the cause, though concessions to Lord Hartington and Mr. Chamberlain remain uncertain.

Gladstone Moulton Whitbread Mr. Whitbread Lord Hartington Chamberlain

Rhode Island Moves to Enforce Prohibitory Amendment

The Rhode Island House passed key provisions of a prohibition law including a State police for enforcement. If the Senate agrees, prohibition machinery should be in operation soon, marking a decisive shift from previous temperance attempts and closely following Massachusetts. Supporters say it is the most desirable course while opponents caution about coercive enforcement.

Rhode Island House of Representatives Senate Massachusetts Rhode Irland Congress Union Sam Cox New Haven Register

Parnell Words Used Against Home Rule Debate

The text discusses Mr. Parnell's remarks reported by Mr. Trevelyan claiming Irish Nationalists seek to destroy the last link to England. While the editor notes the heat of debate, the remark is seen as a powerful rhetorical weapon against home rule efforts and Mr Gadstone’s measure.

Mr. Parnell Trevelyan Ireland England Cincinnati

Powderly Defines Knights of Labor Path Forward at Cleveland

In his Cleveland convention address, T V Powderly urges ending strikes and boycotts while tightening central control. He warns the order has grown unwieldy and must be organized under a conservative, autocratic rule to restore public respect and discipline.

Knights of Labor Cleveland T. V. Powderly Powderly

Tariff reform meeting in Boston supports Morrison bill aims

A New England gathering at Old South Meeting House backs tariff reduction and Morrison policy, arguing for customs-based government revenue, fewer imports, and broader markets. Speakers cite industry needs, sugar tax issues, and fish and hemp cases while urging steady, constructive reform.

Old South Meeting House New England Congress Friends of Tariff Reform Wash Louisiana Pierce Garrison Pennsylvania Ohio Texas Montana

Private audience and royal hospitality surround Dr Holmes

Dr Holmes draws English admiration with a private audience before attending the Derby with the Prince of Wales. He dines with Minister Phelps and a distinguished company including the Princess Louise, then calls on three ladies including a countess. Still, he longs for Boston Common and the Gilded Dome.

Dr. Holmes Prince of Wales Phelps Princess Louise Boston Common

Fire risk from electric arc lights sparks new warning

A fire started when a heated carbon dropped from an electric arc light onto inflammable material. The incident highlights a new danger as many arc lights burn through the night in unoccupied rooms. Call for protective wire screens or other safeguards to prevent greater losses of property or life.

Brooks Declines Assistant Bishop Position in Pennsylvania

The Rev. Phillips Brooks has decided not to accept the offer to become assistant bishop of the Pennsylvania diocese. His decision pleases Trinity Church parishioners and the public alike, given his significant and successful work in Boston. His stay is welcomed as a calamity averted for the community.

Phillips Brooks Pennsylvania Trinity Church Brooks Boston Trinity Club Young’s Hotel Rufus S. Chase W. N. Merriam Allen Frank B. Williams Herman Page George L. Hunter Reuben Kidder George M. Stowell John Browning Frederick B. Allen Willam A. Merriam Thomas P. Dean W. W. Sears William N. Merriam

Politically Charged Views Across Parties and Court Battles

Excerpts critique New York aldermen and national politics, discuss temperance and saloon influence, praise President, rail against protectionist finance, and report Boston House debates on court sittings, taxes, water, and public works with emphasis on governance and legal actions.

Cleveland May Visit Boston Next Month Says Sun

The New York Sun reports Mr. Cleveland may visit Boston and Harvard College next month. It notes a June event already on his calendar and jokes about Boston society, Harvard commencement, and possible reception of an honorary LL D, while cautioning against the trip for several witty reasons.

New York New York Sun Cleveland Boston Harvard College Albany Harvard Fremont

Salvation Oil Promises Quick Pain Relief

An advertisement urges readers with rheumatism neuralgia stiff neck or any pain to try Salvation Oil at once priced at 25 cents.

Salvation Oil

Lilley Fails to Carry Substitute on Bell Bill in General Court

In the Senate Lilley fails to substitute his bill to limit telephone rates and rebuts the Bell Company history. The committee’s adverse report on telephone matters is accepted. the Supreme Court sittings bill is defeated and an oleomargarine sale bill is reported.

Bottum Northampton Williams Dana Franklin County Bar Association Supreme Court Boston Worcester Springfield McDonough General Court Congress House Senate Fay Brookline Water Supply Committee Everett Boston and Maine Haverhill Messrs Felch Newburyport Frothingham Dolan Messrs. Townsend Lawrence Chase Georgetown Woodbury Oxford Fitzgerald Committee On Agriculture Crosby Pittsfield Lord Plymouth Towns Tony Essex County Bradford Supreme Judicial Court Office of Auditor Towers Benjamin C. _ Lincolin Improved Dwellings Association of Great Barrington Fire District Braintree Water Supply Company Bureau of Statistics of Pabor Committee On Water Supply Board of Police City of Lilley Lowell American Bell Telephone Company Douglas Bell Company Alexander Graham Bell The Bristol Mr. Reed Joyner Boynton Committee On Mercantile Affairs United States South Carolina Whitney Massachusetts Morse Kendricken Cogswell Charlestown Gas Company John F. Wallace Tewksbury

Scituate Bounties and Telegraph Histories Feature in Session

The judiciary committee recommends against passage on Scituate town bounties and on a bill to appoint honorably discharged soldiers without competitive exams, with an amendment. It also favors passing the Onset Bay Street Railway incorporation and notes water supply orders pending. Details on Lenox sewer bill revisions and extensive history of Bell Telephone Company dominance are reviewed, including past charters, stock manipulations, and rental schemes.

Committee On the Judiciary Scituate Messrs. Scott and Dunbar Onset Bay Street Railway Company Committee On Water Supply Lenox Joyner Pillsbury Scott Konkapot Valley Railroad Company Lilley Committee On Mercantile Affairs Lowell American Bell Telephone Company Bell Telephone Company New England Telephone Company National Bell Telephone Company Western Union Telegraph Company Samuel W. Bowerman Jonas H.french Victor Hugo Devil Fish Bell Company Boston National Bell Telephone Company of Maine Bells Company Ohio New England Company

Meeting of the Unitarian Sunday School Society New Methods Suggested

The Unitarian Sunday School Society met at Second Church with Rev. H A Horton presiding. Speakers urged annual May public meetings outside Boston to promote Sunday school interests and faith. Teachers and parents were praised for home lessons and joint work to foster scriptural knowledge.

The Unitarian Sunday School Society Second Church H. A. Horton Mr. Heywood Henry G. Spaulding C. K. Elliot Dorchester Boston Moore Robinson Church Trustee Fund J. O. Norris D. Wright R. Cel Horp Syracuse Emerson Darwin Huxley E. C. Butler Murdock San Francisco Elliot

Shelley Society stage version of The Cenci raises debate

A review discusses The Cenci and the Shelley Society’s London premier at the Grand Islington. It notes critics’ doubts, the society’s funding and professional casting, and audience enthusiasm, while pondering whether the tragedy fits stage form or remains a literary achievement.

Shelley Society Suadlley Shelley Mr. Harris E.ger Islington

City Awards Sewer Contracts for Brighton Roxbury Dorchester

City contracts let yesterday at City Hall cover sewer work on Market and Waverley streets and private land. Patrick Grace wins 1180 feet of 26 by 20 inch brick and 460 feet 30 by 24 inch brick for 2491 dollars. John A Gill gains 385 feet of 12 inch pipe for 1147 dollars. W T Davern 300 feet 12 inch pipe for 799 dollars. M Farrell 946 feet 12 inch pipe for 926 dollars.

City Ball Market Waverley Brighton Patrick Grace Walnut Avenue Roxbury John A. Gill Magnolia Street Dorchester W. T. Davern Washington Street West Roxbury M. Farrell Humboldt Avenue Crawford Street Walnut and Humboldt Avenues Crawford, Homestead Ruthven Hutchings Harold Streets Ruthven Street Elmwood Hall Beaver Street Boston Franklin Park Jes Samuel Little Edward Sands Phineas B. Smith Boston Lead Co Aaron D. Williams

Fragmentary clippings mix of humor and society notes

A mosaic of 19th century quips and vignettes from various papers. Jests about journalism, Prohibition, a Parisian periodical for maniacs, jokes on trout and fashion, and social banter across cities, with reflections on humor and daily life.

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