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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1889
Page
4
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Governor Foraker says he will not quit politics despite defeat in 1889. He blames liquor interests for his loss, a view Congressman Butterworth disputes. The Cincinnati interview portrays a more measured Foraker than his earlier remarks suggested.
The choice of M Floquet as provisional president of the French Chamber of Deputies signals he will likely hold the post long term. A new ministry will follow, possibly trimming the Radical element. Some favor De Freycinet as Premier and Say as Finance Minister, while Floquet retires to a high honor with reduced responsibility.
The British government lifted prior constraints and will let their delegates discuss all topics at the International Marine Conference. Initially they were to vote only on night and fog signals, road rules, and establishing a road line. The shift increases the conference's potential impact since decisions depend on adoption by represented governments.
The Ward 11 Republican committee announces future caucuses will not select candidates but will present ballots twenty four hours before voting, endorsed by ten ward voters. The change, not affecting tonight, aims to curb committee domination and ensure equal treatment of all candidates, a reform worthy of adoption by others in politics.
A New York dock scandal reveals a $50 000 yearly dock commission and a lease loss of about $10 000 linked to pull and mismanagement. A commissioner earning 3000 dollars admits leases were not thoroughly reviewed while Pier 55 occupancy and a steamship company renewal raise questions about dock department conduct and oversight.
The report notes a lease valued at 30,509 dollars was beaten by another firm offering 41,000 dollars, sparking calls for a thorough reform of the system governing such negotiations. The critique asserts that the current process allows underbidding and urges major changes.
Editorial argues last week’s votes across New York Ohio and Massachusetts reveal tariff questions as the decisive factor. It cites Carlisle Shearman and Clarkson on rural farmer support for tariff reform while cities leaned against prohibition linking Iowa votes to the broader tariff debate and repudiation of the Allison war tariff.
A Kentucky resident defends the state against slurs tied to the Lexington fatal duel between Swope and Gooepl er, arguing Kentucky society is homogeneous and the tragedy a local outcome. He compares it to a New York duel fantasy and notes widespread sorrow with no bitterness among Kentuckians, while acknowledging broader national disbelief at such a meeting.
A Louisville Chronicle- or Evening Post style commentary argues that longstanding deadly hostility between two men and their carrying of revolvers reflects deeper moral failures in a peaceful community. It questions whether state law or local respect for order has failed, citing the Lexington affair as evidence of broader self protection norms.
Miss Amelia B Epwards substitutes her lecture Portrait Painting in Ancient Egypt for The Explorer in Egypt at Chickering Hall by invitation of the Museum of Fine Arts trustees. An accomplished artist and critic she illustrates her own books and draws interest from artists and journalists alike.
A New York paper notes that the production of The Exiles in the city reflects high credit on Mr. Mcanny and his role as stage manager of the Boston Theatre. The remark underscores that quality work can originate from Boston.
Local musicians boycott the Arion Club of Milwaukee after the Boston Symphony Orchestra is engaged for a final concert last spring. Western jealousy of the Host reappears in a humorous dig. Hosea Biglow’s quip about John P. Robinson and Governor B offers a wry aside.
New York has not yet raised even 3,000,000 for a World’s Fair guarantee fund, but petitions to Congress in support of the city are widely circulated. New York will win the bid if the price is right.
A reviewer notes ScCHILLER'S Mary Stuart offers a striking new perspective, highlighting the tense exchange between the two queens. The piece suggests the work’s strongest moment is the dramatic dialogue, while calling the rest a “prosy composition.”
Chicago society turned out in full dress and diamonds for a recent horse show, a vivid signal of fashion and social capital in Lake Michigan society. The report underscores how urban culture signals taste and status through event attendance and attire.
President Diaz envisions a federation of Central American republics under the Mexican flag arguing unity grants strength. He asks whether the smaller nations are willing to join and notes the potential benefits of a united bloc.
Supporters of the Maine candidate for Speaker seek clarity on whether their base is backing a broken REEp or a renewed commitment. They want reassurance about the candidate’s stance and possible implications for the vote.
The report dismisses rumors of renewed Samoa hostilities. German forces assert firm control and warn against further incursions, saying any aggression will be answered decisively.
A brief note reflects on Colonel Cass and argues the honor deserved is a better monument rather than tribute. It questions the adequacy of the current monument and invites readers to consider how military memory should be commemorated.
A roundup of forthcoming titles and translations. Margaret Deland prepares a serial for Atlantic Monthly and John Ward, Preacher crosses fifty thousand copies and moves into German and Dutch editions. Luther R Marsh essays, Classic Tales reissued, and Putnam releases include poetry by Washburn and works by Church Booth and others with a new Heroes of the Nations biographical series edited by Evelyn Abbott.
In Boston the writer urges preserving the old West Church for mission use or civic work such as a West End Public Library branch or an industrial school for boys. The piece notes the building’s picturesque charm, calls for nonreligious reuse if possible, and contrasts with new “business improvements.”
The Bostonians presented Suzette at the Boston Theatre with a large audience. Cast included W H MacDonald, Jessie Bartlett Davis, George Frothingham, Fred Dixon, Edwin Hoff, A E Nichols, Marie Stone. Music by Weil with adaptations of Andran. Stone and Davis received floral tokens. Frothingham and MacDonald praised. Tonight Mignon with Miss Corden.
The Dorchesterites gathered at Grand Army Hall Harrison Square for a harvest festival hosted by the Woman's Relief Corps of Benjamin Stone Post 68. An afternoon meeting preceded an old New England supper and an evening of music and readings directed by Mrs A G Sellers with performances by Jennie Mack Fred O Brown Walter Lowes Heath M E Wheeler Grace Kellogg Gertrude Cheneverde and Harry Hopkins. Mrs Annie Wittenmeyer of Philadelphia national president addressed attendees about relief corps work.
A roundup of brief European and American items notes Senator Evarts sailing to New York, William E. Russell returning to Cambridge after Cape shooting, the Princess Louise sending studies to Glasgow, and a London fund for Richard A Proctor’s family. Calvin S Brice in Lima announces his bid for the U S Senate, while Luther marginal notes surface in Zwickau. Lloyd appointed to Kurdistan stirs Russian interest. Lord Tennyson sails to Freshwater and writes new poems. Mathilde Blind works on Bashkirtseff, Gladstone to Cassell. Oliver Johnson gravely ill in Brooklyn. Gladstone to speak at Manchester reception for Women’s Liberal Federation. Vieille to receive $10,000 prize from Academy. Ex-Empress Eugenie seen in London, to winter in Naples.
Newspaper representatives met at 31 Milk street yesterday at the invitation of Edward Atkinson to taste a three course meal cooked in his Aladdin paper oven. A Rochester burner supplied heat. fuel cost about 2 cents. The menu included beef soup rock bass chicken macaroni potatoes tomatoes and ham. The oven kept juices in the meat and the roast chicken was notably palatable. It showed that an inexperienced person can prepare an appealing meal.
At last night's Cambridge Board of Aldermen meeting the Mayor nominated William Haley for driver of chemical engine No 1, with the nomination laid over. The school committee warned that $1800 more than the current appropriation will be needed to cover year end bills, referred to finance. Transfers were approved moving $800 from pauper offal and $1000 from almshouse to outside aid. The board rescinded March orders creating $22,000 sewer debt and $6000 street widening debt and adopted new orders same sewer debt with $8000 for street widening. Joseph A Ball elected to replace Judge Orcutt on the school committee.
Mr. Richard H. Dana spoke on political reforms before a college conference at Harvard. He urged integrity as core to government, advocated Australian ballots, registration reform, civil service expansion, and smarter electoral methods, and urged collective effort and clubs to push reform. A New England botanical gift and campus events follow, including Hastings Hall completion and Freshman Glee Club activities.
Carl Lumholtz opened a two part lecture on Australian natives at Huntington Hall last evening. He spoke clearly with a pronounced accent, detailing both polished colonial life and bush Aboriginal existence, aided by stereopticon views. The second lecture is set for Friday evening November 15.
A mixed, upbeat column offers rapid-fire snippets on culture, travel, and notable figures. It touches on music, art, and theater with quips about the iceman, a lone suit, and a singer named Patty. It then surveys cardinals and notables like Newman, Leigh, and Ibsen, plus King George of Greece, detailing social habits, honors, and small humorous asides.
Through Lowell fund generosity the Wells Memorial Association at 987 Washington st offers four courses of practical talks by notable educators. Carpentry with J B Merrick of MIT began last night with 40 signers. plan includes framing a building and progressing through building stages.
The civil service commissioners investigate federal officials' violations in the Virginia election. It will be interesting to observe the presidents roman virtue now that Mahone is beaten, as noted in the Providence Journal.
The Providence Journal Independent notes a leak in a Republican policy as both governor-elects Campbell of Ohio and Botes of Iowa, formerly party members, consider abandoning the party. The piece points to a flaw that could push officials to switch allegiance.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer suggests Mr. Harrison has not yet appointed a minister to Russia and is seeking an available Republican editor for the post. A messenger in St. Petersburg is proposed as acceptable to Mr. Murat Halstead, reflecting partisan commentary on foreign service appointments.
John Sherman preached protection and government supervision of congressional elections in Ohio. Each speech coincided with large Democratic gains. There will be neither protection nor government supervision of elections legislation this winter.
The piece argues that Republicans cannot dismiss last week's election as irrelevant to tariff sentiment. It cites Henry Cabot Lodge noting Massachusetts voters would signal their tariff views by the size of the GOP majority, and contends the election result contradicts earlier pro tariff rhetoric.
The Revere town meeting in Town Hall with John A Staples as moderator approved $3000 for schoolhouse ventilation. A motion to fund a six month maintenance of five or more electric lights failed 83 to 72. It was decided to transport remote scholars to the grammar school. Lockup and patrol wagon plans were sent to the board of selectmen.
The semi annual meeting of the trustees of the Union Institution for Savings on Washington street was held yesterday afternoon with Hon Hugh O Brien presiding. Treasurer William Pelletier reported deposits of 3 663 599 50 and surplus above liabilities of 158 954 30. A semi annual dividend of 4 percent was declared. The bank now has 614 depositors including some of the poorest in the city eager to save for a rainy day.
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