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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1886
Page
4
The Post Publishing Co lists Milk near Washington Street subscription rates with options for One Year Six Months and Three Months. It notes that weekly editions issued Fridays and provides payment details including checks drafts and money orders payable to the Post Publishing Company and the Washington office address at No 1541 L Street N W.
A critic reviews The Marquis of Penalta by Armando Palacio Valdes translated by Nathan Haskell Dole. The work defends realism as including noble traits and moral struggle within a social life setting. It follows Maria a devout heroine drawn to sanctity, Ricardo her earthly love, and Marta with a vivid portrayal of Spanish nobility and ritual.
The notice states the Fadhtor will not return rejected manuscripts and that anonymous communications will not be considered. Writers must send full name and address for verification, with departments listed on different pages of the paper.
The Boston Post dismisses rumors that John G. Carlisle lost in Kentucky s sixth district as false. It argues Carlisle s national House influence transcends party lines and warns against removing a capable interior man, criticizing opposition organs for celebrating an unverified defeat.
The piece analyzes Henry George and socialist currents in New York and Chicago elections, noting labor support and a rising political factor. It contrasts George's platform with socialism, critiques Ingersoll and Powderly, and warns of misreading working-class ballots while urging thoughtful readjustment before the next campaign.
A terse note warns the party in Massachusetts, stressing solemnity and the seriousness of conduct. The message underscores the importance of disciplined behavior amid growing tensions within the ranks.
The August 24 Sebago Lake speech marked a vigorous push in the fall campaign. Blaine’s energies secured two solid Republican states while one doubtful state shifted to Democratic, and he now dictates party platform and policy as its top representative.
The article notes that no firm policy changes are yet formed and English politics are highly fluid. It suggests that once party lines sharpen, proposals may shift and divisions redefined, mirroring the mercurial nature of current British discourse.
The Canadian government signals a shift in its fisheries policy by allowing American fishermen to buy provisions in Canadian ports on their homeward voyage. The ISIS treaty limits port rights to wood, water, shelter, and repairs, while purchases of provisions were argued as allowed by later laws. The move aligns with broader trade liberalization yet creates a paradox by narrowing treaty adherence to appease local traders.
The Vermont House passes a bill granting municipal suffrage to women who pay taxes on $200 assessed property. It is likely to be rejected later, as legislatures often kill such measures.
The Providence Journal attacks Rhode Island Republican leaders for prioritizing wins over principle. It criticizes replacing seasoned advisers with a wealth driven, self seeking executive and warns Tuesday's election should deliver a solemn verdict on party direction.
The Harvard Law School Association lists officers chosen by the nominations committee as a sign of the school future impact. The gathering includes prominent lawyers and public figures, with Judge Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr set to deliver an oration at Sanders Theatre and an expected 400 attendees.
At a Leeds meeting English Liberal leaders pledged to reaffirm Gladstone’s home rule policy. John Morley stressed steadfast support for reform with possible detail changes to restore party strength while Unionists plan tempered measures to quell the Irish question. The scene suggests a renewed party clash on the issue.
A correspondence question about Alsace Lorraine origins prompts reflection on Bartholdi’s heritage. The piece notes his Alsatian birth and suggests his work shows Teutonic influence while remaining faithful to French nationality.
A Pall Mall Gazette sketch visits M. Ernest Renan’s summer residence near Perros in Brittany. The article paints the sea, terrace views, and nearby fields with reapers at work as Renan is said to spend days in study and evenings in reflection, hearing distant church bells and angelus tones.
The Brinley Library to be sold in New York by Leavitt & Co beginning Nov 15 after an exhibition. Part four follows earlier sales totaling over 1305020 in purchases. The collection includes Eliot's Indian Bible one of two perfect copies, a Gutenberg Bible copy, Bay Psalm Book, and other early American works.
At an adjourned meeting the Boston Chamber of Commerce voted to empower the board of directors to add five members to the building committee. President Goodwin presided as the vote was taken.
Dr Alfred Russel Wallace delivered a second Lowell Institute lecture on the permanence of oceans and continents at Huntington Hall Boston. He classified islands as oceanic or continental, discussed sedimentary rocks and 1000 fathom depth, and noted mammals avoid oceanic islands while continental islands host continental fauna.
The 1884 era is cited as reddening trust in the Democratic party with voters choosing by preference rather than fear. The commentary notes Cleveland’s verdicts appear less condemnatory in the scatter of returns, as reported by N Y Commercial Advertiser and N D Picayune.
A quotation notes the inherent conservatism in nearly all social classes, arguing it exceeds what pessimists and closet philosophers suppose, attributed to the New York Mail.
The Providence Star urges strong defense of the American system of protection. It warns of weakening in Massachusetts and other states and calls for votes for protection against free trade arguments.
The Atlanta Constitution notes that within a few years capital seeking profitable investment has finally found extraordinary opportunities in the South. It argues the region outstrips others in resources and merits a rapid expansion to match national growth.
The present Congress is said to have failed Cleveland's reform agenda and shown little sympathy for his ideas. The New York Post notes that voter dissatisfaction stems from the do nothing policy of the last session rather than opposition to the President.
President faces uncertain Congress attitude. current majority is sulky and grudging, while the next Congress may be cordial or hostile. If the President advances steadily, he should command and compel party support as voters back his path. The outcome hinges on presidential resolve.
The Washington Post accuses Mr. Blaine of twisting facts in a tariff argument, calling his claim that the tariff is a tax on luxuries a misrepresentation and noting that most import duties last year fell on universally needed items.
The New York Mail calls for the administration to stop prating about reform in New Mexico and to devote partisan effort to New York Wisconsin Indiana and other important states in a manly fashion.
The Hartford Times notes Blaine has no retirement plan and will stay engaged in politics unless overwhelming defeat in 1888 proves unlikely. It argues Cleveland’s possible reflection could push Blaine to retire, but he shows quiet, steady effort in his current work.
General XS. P. Banks attends the wax paper suit in U S Court and meets Hon Roscoe Conkling who opines the Tuesday election signals Republican party disarray under unwise leadership. Conkling avoids Blaine by name but signals awareness with a knowing smile.
Land and harbor commissioners held a hearing on the petition to fill the bridge over Belle Isle Creek between Boston and Winthrop. Beachmount residents opposed citing sanitary and navigation concerns. Dr. Durgin warned it could harm public health by blocking tidal marsh flooding. Decision reserved.
A collection of witty quips and brief notes from newspapers describing theatre trends in England, social commentary on editors and governors, clever quotes, and small humorous anecdotes. It mentions travel circuses, a play titled A Piece of Pie, and light criticism of poetry and politics.
The committee on nominations reports officers to be voted at today’s business meeting at Austin Hall Cambridge. President Hon James B Cortex of New York. vice presidents include Hon Andrew Allen Tennessee and others from Rhode Island Louisiana New York Ohio Nova Scotia California Georgia and more. Council terms vary four to one year with listed members. treasurer Winthrop H Wade Boston. secretary Louis D Brandeis Boston. Committee chair Darwin F F Ware and members Addison Brown Edward T Pieres Robert R Bishop George V Leverin Moorfeld Story John Woodbury.
The Dorsetshire poet Rev. William Barnes was laid to rest in Came parish churchyard. Neighbors carried his body on a plain bier from his vicarage, with Lord Tennyson Mrs Norton and Prince Lucien Bonaparte among visitors. Mr Thomas Hardy joined literary figures at the graveside.
A Berlioz statue was unveiled today in Place Vintimille near his former home. Sculptor M. Alfred Lenoir created the bronze, funded by subscribers and the state. A Montmartre cemetery monument will be finished next year, with a Berlioz prize for musical composition funded annually by the Academy of Fine Arts.
A morning session at Parker House covered applications for aid or membership from descendants of Revolutionary War officers who were original members. Several applications were granted. The Ladies Aid Society met at Post 15 G. A. R. rooms for its regular monthly gathering.
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