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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1880
Page
2
The Worcester Gazette asserts that chances favor Mayor Prince's bid for another term, offering little in the way of detailed policy critique while signaling expected political continuity through the local election cycle.
Bristol county, population 140,000, boasts that there were no insolvency cases recorded within its limits during the last month, a notable fiscal stability claim amidst ongoing economic concerns.
Boston born Gen Miles is set to lead as the Old Probs of the near term. His return promises a reliable and steady influence, reflecting his hometown roots and expected broad weathering of events ahead.
There has not been so much building going on for years in Brooklyn as at the present time. There has been nearly six million dollars invested in buildings there since January last.
Kansas faces ongoing dryness and economic strain and now contemplates adding prohibition measures. The state has historically relied on neighboring states for relief and support, prompting questions about how stricter prohibition would affect its governance and daily life.
Among Illinois Democrats re-elected to Congress, only Mr. Singleton shows an increasing plurality, and he uniquely proclaims himself as first last and always a tree trader.
A heated debate rages in New York over using Central Park for the World’s Fair. The dispute becomes as lively as the Boston Common controversy, drawing broad public interest and strong opinions from city residents.
The Cincinnati Enquirer calls for examination of the State House cornerstone to verify deposits after detecting overcharges by the Supreme Court clerk in Ohio. The suspicion centers on possible fee overbilling and missing funds, prompting a broader audit of state records.
The Bangor Whig viciously targets Abram S. Hewitt each morning but Hewitt pays no attention to the ongoing attacks.
In Shermans view the harbors needing fortified defences exclude those on the Wabash. The remark targets Secretary Thompson and gives him a chance to prove his calibre and resolve.
The passage argues General Schofield is a gentleman, patriot, and officer who does his duty but is inadequate as a partisan tool for the Republican party. It suggests party saints want him sent to fight Indians, implying a misuse of his influence.
The piece argues the election produced no clear policy mandate, with focus on party maintenance and patronage rather than decisive issues. It notes reactions from torchlight processions to debates over civil service reform, temperance, and potential appointments, while predicting the new president will prioritize party unity and cabinet shaping.
The article surveys Congregationalism's influence in the northern United States, praising its democratic, independent polity and noting debates at the St. Louis Congregational Council. It discusses creed tests, the possible need for a new doctrinal confession, and the pending Bible revision and its anticipated impact on Protestant denominations.
A Maine law reform note cites Calais where forty two years of temperate living fail to end rum selling. Locals claim moral and legal pressure have proven ineffective while neighboring St. Stephen enforces strict prohibition. Calais remains strongly Republican with large GOP majorities at elections.
A Biddeford Maine correspondent discusses Maine politics on the eve of January, weighing whether Plaisted or Davis will become Governor. He notes Plaisted votes were largely proper but clerks may have misread returns, and cites Republican doctrine on counting mis-spelled Plaisted ballots. The piece implies implications for the next governor depending on vote counting.
The piece notes U S grain shipments decline while Norway grows its fleet with 7 943 sailing vessels and 306 steamers in 1879. Norwegian ships largely serve American trade, and 1878 freight from U S exports totaled 34 732 000 crowns. The New York Maritime Register warns Americans to relearn ship management to curb foreign expansion.
The metropolis New England notes the ascent of Jordan Marsh & Co. A feature on the first page of the Post extols enterprise and fair dealing, praising years of popularity and steady growth. Readers recall visiting the grand establishment as Bostonians take pride in its merchant success and public esteem.
A late Siamese paper details an elaborate banquet at the Seanrom Palace Bangkok for King Chutahlongkorn's birthday hosted by His Royal Highness Somedeth Chow Fah Ong Fah Abhanurangsi Swang Wongse. The report notes the prince's own lengthy name as well.
A collection of humorous notes and jabs referencing Detroit figures and other locales. Items mention John McCullough, Mrs Lincoln pensions, a Hogeye saloon, Alice Oates, New York Chinamen club, and a fierce take on Donn Pratt. Also notes a Texas treasury cashier race, Passion Play applause rule, Bernhardt in Detroit, and a dig at Boston and Kelly’s town with a final wry word.
A collage of brief observations and quips from newspapers about New Mexico politics, Boston democracy, urban oddly humorous incidents, and local concerns. Notable mentions include Tranquil Luna’s congressional bid, a Passion Play in New York, Prince’s mayoral renomination in Boston, a wasps nest mishap in Louisville, Rhode Island turkeys’ fame, alley telegraph poles in Boston, and a bedstead gag gone awry in Detroit.
British shipping news reports two vessels foundering in a heavy Atlantic gale. The steamer Mildred with 23 crew members from New York to Marseilles sank after sailing September 28, and the coasting ship Ailsa perished off St Gowens Head with 20 crew and 7 passengers aboard.
An explosion of fire damp occurred in a coal pit near Mons Belgium. Twenty seven men were in the pit with fifteen rescued and injured. It is feared remaining workers are dead.
A Paris dispatch warns of a bloodier Nihilist plot in Russia with higher officials linked to the group. The report suggests a catastrophe could strike soon, risking the lives of the Czar and many innocents as fears grow of organized danger.
London reports debate over land reform and cabinet unity as Gladstone denies dissensions. The Times and Telegraph flag potential opposition without strong land bill. Ireland sees alleged tampering with soldiers by Fenian agents and a fatal caretaker shooting near New Pallas. Garda and police track suspects as Boycott relief costs stir Mayo. Northern Ireland tenant farmers denounce agitation amid rising anti land league activity.
In rough water the second series trial heats for the Soule prizes took place. Wallace Ross and George H. Hosmer led the first heat with Ross winning by a length, Riley and Nicholson following. Laycock won the second heat at Hammer Smith, Trickett challenging Smith late. Betting favored Ross over Laycock while accusations of foul play and libel were denied by Trickett and Hanlan.
James Neverson and Edward Queenan alias Babe Bedford were executed at the district jail for the January 7 murder of George P Hirsch, a young merchant. Witnesses testified against Freeman Bedford and Sandy Pinn, with Pinn’s sentence commuted to life. President and Attorney General denied clemency. The condemned maintained innocence, professed religious conversion, and faced death calmly.
At a Fort Wayne meeting on November 19 the Democratic editors of Northern Indiana pressed eight reforms including popular presidential voting, direct election of senators, tariff review, opposition to cheap Mongolian labor, greenback taxation, guarding against electoral interference by administration dependents, and state election timing. They also urged abstaining from finance tinkering and called for a thorough inquiry into alleged fraud in New York. Oregon vote shows Garfield ahead by 763.
In Chicago a marriage occurred between Ernest Greenbaum of Vienna and Leona Evaline Stuart once known as Leona Dare the trapeze performer. She previously married Frank A Hall in Charleston and learned he was alive after a divorce from Hall was granted November 12.
New York dispatch reports society circles buzzing over the arrest of Eliza Bergmann wife of a Philadelphia aristocrat. She left home to elope with a Spaniard. her husband Mr Bergmann 28 tall and handsome conferred with Commissioner French then telegraphed relatives to come. If she persists to refuse to return home she may be committed to an insane asylum.
Washington reports multiple rumors alleging Secretary Sherman tries to pressure Gen. Garfield into support for a Senator, via threats to withhold Treasury posts and through a pet bank funded petition. Critics demand clarity as a New York Sun despatch disputes claims of notable finance skill by Sherman.
Omaha reports CO A Hickok traveling with St Julien en route to San Francisco. St Julien fully recovered from a minor epizootic. Hickok predicts a win against Maud S side by side or any horse, with a Chicago bettor ready to stake $5,000. St Julien to be shown again next season. past season earnings totaled $28,000.
Stephen C. Bradwell was arraigned in New York Navy Court yesterday on forging $25 notes for $25, totaling $25,000, tied to the Spanish Bank of Havana. Judge Duffy committed him for trial in default of $10,000 bail, with notes found on Bradwell sent to the District Attorney.
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