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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1888

Page

2

Democrats Clinch Unity Behind President in Campaign

Leaders of the Democratic party declare a revived vigor and unity in support of the President and his policy as they prepare to advance to a dominant position in the state. They contrast this with a fractured Republican opposition, accuse obstruction of tariffs, and predict a decisive rally at St. Louis with a Cleveland reform ticket.

Democratic Party New York Massachusetts St. Louis Cleveland Congress Conant

The Doctrine of Indulgences Here in Present Church

In a letter to the editor, Andover’s Charles C. Starbuck outlines the core points of indulgence doctrine, noting mortal sin, absolution, and the earthly penalties tied to indulgences. He argues the Crusading indulgences mislead, condemns Leo X. abuses, and contrasts Catholic and Protestant reforms, urging a future church free from past abuses.

Leo X Capua Cardinal Capecelatro Hell Cardinal Bellarmine Tetzel Eo X Julius II Leo Savonarola Borgia Mary Dyer Rome Andover

Commander Bartlett's Successor Chosen in Navy Hydrography

Commander Bartlett, head of the hydrographic office at the Maritime Exchange, requests leave of absence for one year and resigns to oversee the Union horse railroad in Providence R I. Lieutenant George L. Dyer, Bartlett's long time assistant, is named his successor after a five year association. Dyer's 1866 midshipman start and later ranks are noted.

Bartlett Washington Maritime Exchange Union Horse Railroad Providence Navy Barnett North Atlantic Ocean Secretary of the Navy Walker George L. Dyer Dyer Maine

Christianity and Free Trade Sermon by C A Bartol at West Church

The Rev C A Bartol argues in a West Church sermon that free trade and protection are social issues with moral dimensions. He urges Americans to prioritize national self care, prudent tariffs, and domestic welfare while avoiding sectarian zeal, urging lawmakers to balance liberty with justice for American workers and industries.

C. A. Bartol D.D West Church Luke Christ Bethlehem David Joseph Mary Nazareth Casar Augustus Matthew Jesus Capernaum Peter Paul Rome Mr. Alcott Concord Mr. Thoreau Congress America England Europe Cain Boston Chestnut Street Louis Kossuth Hungary Austria Napoleon II United States Confederate States Germany Great Britain Transatlantic Mississippi France Charles Sumner Commonwealth Artemus Ward

Free trade and taxation in civic debate

The passage argues against rigid taxation by direct tax or custom, claiming free trade would reject civil authority. It questions how law governs price and fraud, and urges citizens and Christians to differ honestly without self-righteous posturing or maintaining unjust tax surpluses.

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A Hebrew Charity Moves Toward Aged Home in Mattapan

A mass meeting at the Young Men's Hebrew Association hall advanced plans for a Home for the Aged and Infirm and Orphanage in Mattapan funded by Leopold Morse. Resolutions honored Charles Morse, and a deed transferring land and a house was formally presented. Membership levels and annual dues were outlined as subscriptions circulated, aiming to raise $50,000 with broad Hebrew community support.

Young Men’s Hebrew Association Mattapan Leopold Morse Cohen William Rosnosky Charles Morse Godfrey Morse Leopold Friends of the Enterprise Hebrews of Boston Lewis Hecht Lasker Gates of Prayer Synagogue Shhindler Temple Adath Israel Julius Livingston J. H. Hecht

Study of Christ at Tremont Temple Bible Class

The Saturday afternoon Bible class at Tremont Temple held its season finish with large attendance. Treasurer Henry H. Fitch's serious illness prompted prayers for recovery. Rev. Joseph Cook urged generous support to avoid debt. George W. Cable reviewed Matthew as a study of Christ, explaining the gospel’s focus on Jesus as the Christ and the kingdom, with emphasis on Christ’s method, miracles, discourses, and the cross as life’s governing principle.

Tremont Temple Henry H. Fitch George W. Cable Henry J. Darling Mr. Darling Joseph Cook Mr. Cook Boston New England Cook Jesus Christ Matthew Cable Apostle New Kingdom Heaven Earth

Montreal bucket shops all closed

The new bucket shop law in the Dominion Parliament took effect yesterday. Montreal stock and corn exchanges may be hampered as regular brokers face competition from ex bucket shop operators who plan a test case with brokers as defendants. Public reaction favors the shutdown of bucket shops.

Montreal Post

English Lady Preacher Draws Large Audience at Unity

Mrs Laura Onniston Chant of London spoke at the Church of the Unity on the theme from 2 Corinthians regarding light overcoming darkness. She argued for progressive religion, eternal evolution, and the humanity of Christ while urging belief in heredity and compassion for prisoners and infants alike.

Church of the Unity Laura Onniston London Earth England God Smithfield

Country Club Races At Clyde Park Brookline Welcomed Fans

The Country Club spring races at Clyde Park Brookline drew Boston fashionables despite poor weather. Five events produced close finishes with field horses dominant. Notable winners included Peacock in the pony race and Golden Maxim in the second. Folly won the steeplechase sweep, while Hopeless claimed the final heat for James Parker.

Country Club Clyde Park Brookline Boston James Parker C. H. Perry Worcester Ch. G. Peacock H. B R. B. Forbes Ch. m Lancaster Halrowile Mr. Wright Opty A. P. Gardner Pennycuick J. H. Wright B. m. Mollie Darling A. B. Wilbur C. G. Irimace J. McFarlane McFarlane Srcono H. F Dee KE. L. Willis Bin Elsie Jubilee O'Hara Cushing Electrician Wood Gabe Jackson Mr. Wight Hopeless Parker Yime P. P Hk. G. Tower John C Great Tom Leah Z Finnegan L. Willis B. c Yorktown Oakland Mr. Willis Barney B. G Dave Highlander Lilly Bell Durney Wimbleton Seabury Guy Woods Randolph Moore Fourty M. K. Abbott B. G. Folly Vbr G. Hopeless Stonehenge In- Vamc Seeeeess Moore A. H. Barney B. G. Sleepy Tom Soho Price B. m. Nellie H. H Smith R. ©. Hooper G. B. Inches George Lee G. P. Messervy

Sredau J Finds United States Mutual Accident Well Run

Missouri insurance department completes examination of United States Mutual Accident Association. It verifies statements and calls it well managed prosperous and solid as a rock. Court Journal publisher Vigesoony to be prosecuted for libel.

New York Sredau Insurance Department of Missouri United States Mutual Accident Association Court Journal

Harvard Crew Faces Poor Form Ahead of New London Race

Harvard University crew shows weak watermanship and inconsistent strokes with limited interest at the college. A lack of good shells and mixed experience hamper performance while the graduate advisory committee controls selection. a scratch race revealed the crew often falls behind.

Harvard University Yale New London Graduate Advisory Committee New Bridge Union Boat House Bow E. C. Storrow C. E. Schroil L. S P. D. Tratford J. B. Markoe J. T

Boston Defeated by Phillies in Quiet Weather Tilt

Boston's second straight loss to Philadelphia in a 1-0 game decided in the tenth inning. About 5000 fans saw a pitched battle as Clements hit the only run of the day over left field. Phillies fielding was sharp while Boston could not muster a hit in the late innings.

Boston Philadelphia Clements Bostons

Cambridge Baseball Opens Season With Clark Medal Series

The Cambridge Baseball Association opens at North Cambridge Wednesday with morning and afternoon games in the Clark medal series. Unas and Harrisons clash in the forenoon while Tulips meet Harrisons in the afternoon as the field is enclosed and the grand stand finished for the season.

Cambridge Baseball Association North Cambridge Unas Harrisons Tulips

Army retirements and transfers report for Captain Snyder and others

Washington May 27 Special Captain James A Snyder Third Infantry ordered to report for examination by the army retiring board in this city. Post Chaplain George Robinson granted leave for no months from July 1. Second Lieutenants William T Flynn Troop G and Edward C Brooks Troop H Light Cavalry were transferred.

Washington James A. Snyder Third Infantry Army George Robinson William ‘Tt. Flynn Edward C. Brooks Lighth

A Manly Minister Challenges Critics on Daffys Formula

The Rev B Mills a Presbyterian clergyman and Doctor of Divinity defends his prior statement praising Daffys Formula and Daffys Pure Malt Whiskey as medicines. He says he is a temperance man and would not advise intoxicants as beverages. The letter portrays him as earnest, honest and orthodox, urging truth for physical and spiritual well being.

B. Mills Seade Centre Kan Daffy Lam Duffy

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