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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1887
Page
4
Postal notice of publication terms
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Post Publishing Company
Anarchist murder case drew European sympathy in 1887
A Chicago trial witness, Governor Oglesby, and reactions abroad are discussed. The piece notes European Anarchists urge clemency, while American officials resist even meeting foreign protests. A pardon could trigger a wave of European dissent moving to America, seen as a greater risk than local unrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oglesby
Europe
M‘lane
Paris
Washington
Puretts
London
New York Tribune
Civil Service Amends Rules On Veterans Exemption
The civil service commissioners submitted amendments to Governor and council aligning rules with the soldiers exemption law as interpreted by the Supreme Court. Veterans may file proof and apply for appointment without examination and can be certified individually or collectively. Changes also cover transfers promotions reductions and district police age limits.
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Civil Service
Supreme Court
Owerless
Blaine Seeks renomination and Senate return says Paris informant
A New York Herald correspondent overheard Hon. John B. Alley in Paris relaying Blaine’s claim of confidence in renomination and intent to remain active in politics even if defeated. The report links Blaine’s stance to Worcester County maneuvering and prior 1884 defeat speculation and notes doctors deemed him healthy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Carnegis
Buatne
Bates
Worcester
John B. Alley
Paris
New York Herald
Blaine
Alley
Senate
London
Bytes
Worcester County
New York
New York District Attorney Election Sparks Public Debate
A fragment argues against the Independent movement’s failure to back Dre Lancey Nicollu for district attorney in New York. The author criticizes the New York Times for despair over the result, predicting a lapse in vigor and integrity in prosecutions and a setback to public virtue against political bosses and corrupt influences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independent
Dre Lancey Nicollu
New York
New York Times
Fevnows
District Attorney Duty Urged to Prove System Trustworthy
The Times hints at distrust in the popular government if the cause is true. It emphasizes the need for the new district attorney to demonstrate in convictions that such fears are unfounded and to restore faith in the legal system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Times
New York
Illinois High License Law Cuts Saloons and Boosts Revenue
Four years into the high license law Illinois reports two thirds of the state under prohibition. Chicago drops from 5800 to 3600 saloons while revenue soars from 200000 to 1.75 million. Statewide saloons fall 13 000 to 10 000 with revenue rising toward five million.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois
Chicago
Springfield
Peoria
Quincy
Bloomington
Jacksonville
Henry George and Socialist set pieces mark Tuesday elections
Tuesday's results show Henry George's faction collapsing in New York as the lone independent liberal candidate falters while in Chicago the United Labor party endorses law and order candidates. Anarchist sympathizers pushed Captain Black as protest against executions, but Judge Gary's victory indicates limited anarchist support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry George
New York
Chicago
United Labor Party
Law and Order
Grovge
Blaine
Captain Black
Gary
Recognition of the Independents in State Election
An almost unanimous city press credits the Independents with decisive influence in the state election. The Herald, Journal, Transcript, and Advertiser praise Independent actions that shifted votes toward Governor Ames and against Mr Lovering, noting diminished Democratic strength and the pivotal role of independent voters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily Press
the Herald
Cleveland
Massachusetts
Massachu
Andrew
Ames
Worcester
Loverine
Leverince
Predictions of Mr Labouchere and Cabinet Rumors
The piece debates Labouchere's forecast of reshuffles in Lord Salisbury's cabinet, noting risks of a Hartington leadership and doubts about Manners and Hicks Beach. It mocks Labouchere's guesses while urging reliance on more responsible sources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Salisbury
Mr. Labouchere
Lord Harrington
Lasoucuere
Lord Aberdeen
Lord Hartington
England
Lord Hartmngton
Lascudere
Maatthews
Lord Randolph Churchill
Lord Randolph
Labouchere
Lord John Manners
MicaAmn Hicks-Beach
Lord DersBy
Drsra Agvn
Micmarl
Truth
Independent vote splits underline Ames tribute
The passage notes the result as a tribute to Governor Ames while acknowledging that Independents largely opposed Mr. Lovering, revealing a divided vote that influenced the outcome.
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Ames
Lovering
The Harriet problem in Shelley study and social satire
A critique of the Shelley study scene naming it the Harriet problem. The piece says some scholars use the term to mock the shallow social club approach to Browning and Shelley. It argues the Harriet problem signals a drift from serious literary inquiry to petty detail and show.
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Shelley
Harriet
Swenry
Syenney
Harriet Westsroox
Water quality and conservation of Cochituate supply
The article reviews the Cochituate and Sudbury River water system's history and current state. It details pollution controls on Snake Pegan Course and Beaver Dam Brooks, court battles, prison drainage diversions, and ongoing improvements to prevent taste changes and contamination. It also notes comparisons with other cities and calls for continued vigilance.
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Pegan Brook
Boston
Lake Cochituate
Pegan
Beaver Dam
Cochituate
Natick
Supreme Court
Water Board
Sherborn
Course Brook
South Framingham
Beaver Dam Brook
Cochituate Aqueduct
Sudbury
New England
Farm Pond
Croton
Current Comment on Tax Reductions as the Remedy
The piece argues that existing laws and any new measures will struggle to curb the surplus in eighteen months. Tax reductions are deemed the sole effective remedy, with expenditure profligacy noted as the main obstacle to rapid relief and Congress urged to act despite delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
N. Y. Evening Post
Why They Want To Get Out Observed In Interview
The New York Tribune quotes Mrs. Potter noting American audiences seek exit. The Washington Post adds that poor entertainment prompts rushes from the theatre during performances.
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New York Tribune
In Favor of Commercial Union
The Philadelphia Record argues that US and Canadian farmers are not major rivals since staple prices are set by foreign markets. It says merchants welcome extended trade and that mutual benefit should drive reciprocal trade negotiations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Canada
Philadelphia Record
Ind
Minister Phelps Rejects Protests Over Anarchist Executions
The N Y Times notes Minister Phelps acted properly in refusing to receive or transmit a protest against the execution of anarchist murderers. It asserts U S policy lacks jurisdiction to intervene, express views, or communicate opinions to the state authorities enforcing the law.
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Phelps
United States
N. Y. Times
Mr Chamberlain Observes American Voting in Action
Mr Chamberlain and Albert Duncan visited several polling booths after leaving the Brevoort House. They were greeted by workers who treated Chamberlain as a voter while Duncan demonstrated ballot casting and explained the voting machinery by voting himself.
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N. ¥. Tribune
Chamberlain
Brevoort House
Albert Duncan
No. 1
Fifth Avenue
Duncan
Mr. Chamberlain
Beazing settles at Tremont Street for winter teaching
Noted bass singer Mr. Jacob Beazing will receive pupils at 159 Tremont Street this winter. The Kneisel quartet plans six Chickering Hall concerts on Monday evenings with guests Adele aus der Ohe Teresa Carreno Gertrude Edmands and Arthur Foote among others to be announced across November to March.
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Jacob Beazing
Tremont Street
Kneisel Quartet
Chickering Hall
Adele Aus der Ohe
Mme
Teresa Carreno
Gertrude Edmands
Arthur Foote
Doctor and husband lead separate professional lives in New York
Dr. Mary Putnam Jacobi of New York is said to have one of the largest professional incomes in the city, over $40,000. Her husband, also a physician, practices in a larger field. They live under the same roof yet maintain practically independent lives.
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Mary Putnam Jacobi
New York
Jefferson as Rip Van Winkle at Globe Theater
The Globe Theatre presented Joseph Jefferson as Rip Van Winkle before a large Boston audience. The performance marks the season's first Boston showing of the familiar role, with praise for Jefferson's genius and lasting artistry despite the tale's repeated stage history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MR. Jefferson
Rip van Winkle
Joseph Jefferson
Globe Theatre
Boston
Keats
Notable Names and Ventures Highlight 19th Century Figures
Samuel Brannon once San Francisco's richest man now lodges cheaply with little cash. Hollie Kouns of North Platte the youngest bank stockholder born last week. Wilbur T. Chamberlain of Norwich reports patent activity and London talks on explosives. European royals and leaders face health issues as court doctors are busy. Congressman Stevens of Attica runs a Holland cattle herd and is linked to Washington society and President Arthur era chatter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Brannon
San Francisco
America
Miss Hollie Kouns
North Platte
Neb
First National Bank of
Tyler
Wilbur T. Chamberlain
Norwich
Conn
London
English War Office
Mr. Chamberlain
Czar
Russia
Bismarck
William
Germany
Unser Fritz
Holland
Bavaria
Turkey
Europe
Stevens
Attica
Washington
Arthur
Alan Arthur
Winter Signs on Atlantic Avenue Mark City Mood
In Boston a daily crowd on Atlantic avenue watches polluted water and a quiet harbor scene rather than sights, a ritual signaling winter. The author notes a curious mystery, a cynic revels in Sullivan’s London reception, arguing mass admiration proves courage over politics.
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Atlantic Avenue
Portland
Boston
Taverner
Euston Square
Sullivan
Gladstone
England
Mr. Gladstone
Miscellany of opinions and notes from 19th century papers
A collage of comments on politics sport and society mentions Governor Oglesby, John L Sullivan, anarchists and capital punishment, along with notes on baseball in the South and New York Stock exchange seats. It cites geese hunting in Dakota, Chinese census figures, coal production in Pennsylvania, and cross-border coal trade with Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
New Orleans Picayune
South
Dakota Prairies
Newark
Dak
China
Pekin
Corea
Thibet
Kashgar
India
Pennsylvania
New York
West Virginia
William A. Wallace
Clearfield
Galusha A. Grow
Canada
Canada Southern Railroad
New York Stock Exchange
Norwich Bulletin
Statue of Erik the Red defended against critics in 1537 letters
Marie A Brown of Beacon Street argues in defense of Miss Whitney’s statue of Erik the Red. She contends critics overemphasize dress and accuracy, praising the sculptor’s literary aids and artistic duty. Brown cites sources and questions perceived Germanic traits, defending the beardless Nordic hero.
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Keyser
Hildebrand
Montelius
Holmberg
Dasent
Great Britain
Leif
Thorfinn
Greenland
Columbus
Iceland
George Stevens
Scandinavia
England
du Chaillu
Anda
Miss Whitney
Leit
Marie A. Brown
Beacon Street
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Hamlet
Wayne County
N. Y
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Miss Clark
Miss Coox
the Theatres
Tweedledum
Tweedledee
John L. Sullivan
Mllinois
Hammond
New York City
St. Louis
Philadelphia
Johann Most
Leif Ericsson
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