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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1890
Page
4
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A list of shows across Boston venues with dates and times. The Soudan at The Boston Theatre, She Stoops to Conquer at the Boston Museum, Grand Duchess and Parlor Match in multiple halls, Luputian Opera, Severe's Vaudeville, and Mile. Rhea perform at Tremont Theatre.
The article argues for life imprisonment over capital punishment, citing Breenay who died on the gallows in Canada yesterday. It notes his calm behavior at arrest and execution and claims his death may embolden criminals while supporters claim it will not deter murderers.
The piece attacks Porter and Secretary of the Interior for defending a census marred by partisan appointments and suspected inaccuracies in New York City. It contends his defence evades core charges, questions the openness of the Civil Service process, and labels Porter a spoilsmonger and incompetent.
The Republican city convention last evening ousted Hon. Thomas N. Harr from active municipal service after a strenuous effort by his own party machine in city government. Moopy Mgerrinyi becomes Republican candidate, a clear party man, promoted by Mayor Hart who urges Republicans to unite. The Mayor signals a shift from nonpartisanship to party-focused campaigning and questions Harr’s earlier stance on pressuring or buying support.
The New York Tribune urges Western Republicans to stand firm on policy and vote, warning that opposing parts of the tariff may doom all. It frames the demand as a test of principle versus votes, arguing Western protectors of monopolies must accept the whole package or face losses.
The People’s Municipal League published a compliance statement to meet legal requirements. Three citizens vouched for the figures showing receipts and expenditures totaling nearly $60,000, with $2695 unspent. The largest outlay, $13,648, covered typewriters and clerical staff at headquarters where Oliver Sumner Trail presided.
The document shows $12,751 spent on mass meetings and multilingual materials and $8,827 on stationery enrolment pledges leaflets and circulars. Posters lithographs and related items totaled $4,079, far below personal spending, suggesting uneven reporting and raising questions to be addressed when Tammany discloses campaign expenditures.
An election expense report for Judge McAdam reveals 483.58 spent mainly on newspapers and niche publications. The filing notes a 10000 contribution to the Tammany campaign fund, highlighting concern over judge elections by popular vote.
A newspaper column questions the cost of political campaigns for judges, noting large sums spent by candidates like McApmn Myrrs and De Lancey Mcoully. It argues such spending is improper and suggests appointive reform by the Governor, as in Massachusetts, to reduce influence and protect dignity.
A critical review notes the unresolved worldwide debate over the Stanley controversy. It cites Benny’s account of brutal acts by Barrerevor, questions Stanley’s judgment and call for fuller, fair hearing. It highlights Assap Farran’s affidavit and Jamesson’s letter as conflicting pieces shaping a complex moral and political dispute.
Gilbery and SunnivaAnn reconcile after a public feud over carpet pricing. The composer and librettist embrace, tears of relief visible, and renew their relationship. The outcome benefits D Oxly Carrs business interests and promises smoother relations at Savoy Theatre, aiding public entertainment worldwide.
Markups on canned meats and eggs continue after the election. A five cent per dozen tariff reduces imports, tightens supply, and keeps demand steady. Dealers report scarce high grade eggs and a shift to lower qualities to meet customer needs.
At the Philadelphia congress the proposal for a provincial system with archbishops was discussed vigorously. Rev. Mr. McAlllister of Elizabeth New Jersey opposed it, calling it Anglomania. The McAlllister split echoes Cardinal Newman and Francis, underscoring deep family division.
The union rate climbs notably across England with Rutland showing a 50 percent rise, Berkshire and Hertfordshire about 20 percent. The trend suggests Englishmen increasingly view marriage as a success rather than a failure.
A religious invocation requesting absolution, deliverance from offences and sin, and blessing through Christ. The prayer asks for forgiveness and spiritual freedom from human frailty, seeking mercy by the Saviour’s name.
New York November 14 The National League convened and adjourned to tomorrow. The Rogers contract was adopted for future use. Cincinnati club was found guilty of charges and expelled by unanimous vote. John T Brush’s franchise bid for Cincinnati was unanimously elected as a new club.
The Eastern Field Trial Club at Otterburn Springs, Chula Virginia, concluded the members stake with Gath's Mark winning first, Betty S second, and Jack Modoc third. The judges cited cloudy weather and fairly plentiful birds. Managers consider relocating to another North Carolina site due to bird scarcity.
Acushnet Mills of New Reprorp calls a special stockholders meeting for November 20 to vote on reducing capital stock by 20 percent from 1 000 000 to 800 000. The move aims to fortify the company against tariff cuts and help it compete with British manufacturers, with surrendered shares paid at par. Last market for shares was around 136.
An obituary honors Rear Admiral Steelman for Union service and Boston ties, noting his naval yard leadership and Southern courtesy. The piece shifts to science with a Boston Academy of Sciences discussion on Jupiter capturing comets. It recounts a recent electric car fire near Granary Burying Ground, then reviews Atheneum on Chinook jargon, claiming Boston stands for American in Chinook speech.
The Providence Journal of Indiana notes a pushing need to persuade Representative Henry Cabot Lodge to amend his bill on compulsory Republican Congressional elections so that it would apply to the North.
A Philadelphia Telegraph editorial warns Mr Blaine against renewed attacks on reciprocity and the McKinley bill. It argues reciprocity is a loaded issue with potential political shocks and dangerous consequences for western protectionists and presidential hopefuls.
The meaning of the revolution, illustrated by Massachusetts, centers on opposition to protectionist high taxes and burdens on domestic industry. It critiques Republican tariff excesses, calls for independent, wise conviction over party dragooning, and warns against a split into two large party camps.
Nasaua New Hampshire November 14 The Concord and Montreal railroad strike ends with strikers paid and discharged and new workers hired to replace them. Citizens condemn the action but anticipate no further trouble.
Theatre goers face a week of bill changes as nearly every house shifts programs. The Boston Theatre keeps The Soudan for a seventy fifth performance, while Miss Vokes brings The Silver Shield to Tremont. Jefferson-Florence company opens at Park Theatre with The Herr at Law.
The Dramatic Corps of the First Corps of Cadets outlines a week long campaign to captivate the fashionable world. With Abbey Schoeffel Seymour and Childs support, they stage K A Barnet’s Injured In nocents at Tremont, promising a rigorously run engagement. Stuart Robson’s new comedy Is Marriage a Failure? recently premieres in Cincinnati, adding to Tremont Theatre’s hopeful run alongside The Henrietta and a new skit on Little Lord Fauntleroy.
Washington November 14 Navy orders announce Ensign R H Miner ordered to examination for promotion Surgeon Thomas Owens assigned to the Museum of Hygiene Assistant Engineer J L Wood detached from the Naval Academy and sent to duty as assistant inspector of machinery under construction at Union Iron Works San Francisco
A breezy column mixes social gossip and light curiosities. It notes Miss Navy, Graceley, and Miss Mysteriously Missing, then travels to diplomats in Boston and Gottenburg, with remarks on General Mauduit, Edwin Booth, and a pasteboard illuminated cat. It also covers Buffalo Bill in Germany and tobacco health debates featuring Gladstone and Tennyson.
The Boston Singers under George L. Osgood announce a season with Bach motet in B flat, Mendelssohn Psalm, Dvorak, Schumann, Brahms choral pieces and upcoming glees and madrigals. Gertrude Franklin plans two Steinert Hall recitals featuring modern French songs and new works by Tosti and Brahms, plus chamber concerts at Mason & Hamlin Hall led by Ethelbert Negin and others. The Strauss farewell concerts at Boston Music Hall sell tickets November 19, with Boston Philharmonic highlightings including Rice singing and Liszt and Berlioz selections, plus Tschaikowsky and Bizet works.
Wm C Winslow appeals to readers to sign a petition urging the British government and British Museum to intervene against the mutilation of Egyptian monuments. He asks for American signatures and references prior letters and the Egypt Exploration Fund.
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