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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1887
Page
4
The notice lists daily and weekly subscription rates including one year at 99, six months at £4.50, three months at $2.25, one month at 75, and weekly on Fridays at $1. It notes second class matter status and that money sent at the sender's risk with checks and money orders payable to the listed recipient.
A Boston observer notes Thanksgiving has shifted from a religious festival to a broadly secular urban holiday. The day built on comfort, dining, and humane reflection, with indoor fireside scenes, restaurant dinners, and a lively street scene despite gray skies. A parson joins youth in football on the Common, illustrating the era’s mix of clergy, sport, and sociability.
In a Friday sermon Dr. Bartol launched a broad critique of the President, his administration, and the Independents. The speaker’s view of public men makes rebuttal futile, yet fair readers see his claim that Blaine embodies all virtues as revealing his bias toward Cleveland.
Herr Von BoutrichEeR opening the Reichstag argues Germany’s military is not meant to disturb neighbors. The text notes German vigilance has unsettled Danes Dutch Alsatians and others, while claiming Germany’s force mirrors ancient Rome and acts only in self defense unless provoked.
New York state factory laws bar workers under thirteen but cohoes mills hid underage labor. Inspectors issued thirty six warrants to mills and parents for perjury amid widespread affidavits. Cases show how youngsters were concealed from inspectors and even siblings born within days of each other claimed as older. Reform of the abuse is anticipated as a positive outcome.
A new semi monthly line to commence in January will use ships of at least 3000 tons commanded by Argentine navy officers and fly the Argentine flag. The concession pays 5 percent interest for 20 years to Houston Steamship Company of Liverpool, with Genoa’s Veloce Steamship Company expanding its South American fleet. Several lines operate under foreign flags. An editorial on German opera in Boston discusses feasibility, costs, and the need for a large guaranty fund and concerted local support.
A British sloop of war with sixty marines is bound for Lewis amid tensions as crofters, driven by starvation after land was turned to deer forest, vow to kill deer. The dispute risks a collision between authorities and locals with possible civil conflict on the island.
The article urges the musical public to back a proposed plan, noting that even with Stanton's guaranteed fund, broad patronage is needed. It recalls past support from Hincarnson for Symphony concerts and argues a season of German opera could be feasible now with united, steady cooperation.
The article analyzes President Grevy's resignation as a pivotal moment for France. It notes the difficulty of forming a new ministry, critiques Clemenceau's influence, and questions M. Aisor's slate. It contrasts Grevy's prudence with political turmoil and warns against inciting violence while poking at the character of “Herr Most.”
The trial centers on Herr Most accused of conspiracy to disturb public peace and incite insurrection after an anarchist meeting. Prosecution cites his fiery speech urging revolt, while defense argues such words are not sedition.
A skeptical essay analyzes Pope Leo XIII s proposal for a papal Italian government backed emigration scheme. It questions destination, origin class, and aims comparing colonial outreach to religious instruction while noting the Pope s firm stance on secular power and potential chaplaincy role.
Yesterday’s Yale win over Harvard in New York gives Yale the college football championship after a close battle. Harvard fought bravely with a plucky display, despite missing victory.
News in brief reports Charles Scott aged 29 has been missing from his Malden home since November 10. Also noted is a Thanksgiving dinner for Sandwich and Bourne paupers at the Sandwich almshouse funded by Councillor Bourne of New Bedford. Additional items include a Lowell shoe store burglary on Merrimac street with $60 in shoes stolen and a window forced at Spencer Porden's residence, Fall River Bleachery treasurer, with $250 in silverware taken.
A friend visits Lissinny Castle near the Blackwater where Douglas Pyne defies a legal writ. He lives inside a tower reached by rope, noisily guards a loophole fortress with hay stuffed vents, whiskey and canned meat, and conducts visitors from an armchair suspended outside. The scene underscores the somber mood in late Irish affairs.
Springfield unveils the Puritan statue of Deacon Samuel Chapin by Augustus St Gaudens in Stearns's Park. The gift from Chester W. Chapin and family honors Springfield’s pioneer heritage with short ceremonies after Thanksgiving services, including remarks by Chester W. Chapin and Mayor Maynard, and a family reunion at the Chicopee Street homestead.
The program features Schubert Rosamunde overtures and Brahms Symphony No. 1 in C minor with its unusual slow movement key. Also included is Schumann Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 54, noted for its mastery and orchestral integration, first performed by Clara Schumann.
Short notes cover Pope Leo XIII planting Vatican gardens with fruit trees and now turning grapes into wine. A marble tablet in Biddeford seeks memory of Rear Admiral Bedford Pim, with an international memorial window planned in Bristol Seamen's Church funded by port pilots. Biographical bits follow about Arthur Howe’s son pursuing drama, John L. Murry recalling Andrew Johnson, and Frye’s temperance path alongside tobacco use and cigars. a prison menu fragment ends the piece.
A collage of witticisms and anecdotes covers language oddities, rail travel grievances, curious customs abroad, and playful jabs at public figures. Bits include a quip aboutCham berlain, a Russian anarchist, talk of heatless trains, and humor about Smokers and Thanksgiving. It closes with a Pittsburgh note on police patrol boxes and civic life.
The New York Tribune´s remark praises General Greely as a brave officer but criticizes him as head of the signal service. It contrasts him with coal dealers who are praised for timing price hikes before cold waves, calling them excellent weather prophets.
An Atlanta Constitution commentary suggests the government's fisheries stance unsettles some, but asserts the dispute will be settled and forgotten well before Blaine becomes president. The piece portrays the matter as transient and routine in the political climate.
The Philadelphia Record argues that the Democratic Party repeatedly promised tariff reform in 1876 1880 and 1884 and won the popular vote in two elections to affirm that pledge. It warns that a party failing to redeem its pledges risks losing power and spoils and may not deserve them.
The World (Dem.) argues the Democratic party needs Mugwump independents to win the presidential race, noting New York’s 1884 reliance on their votes. It questions whether independents should back Cleveland if a rival is nominated and who that rival might be, highlighting potential split loyalties among Republican voters.
We are taxed heavily and seek how to remove surplus receipts. If most national income comes from labor taxation, any reduction relieves workers, especially low earners. Repealing duties on intoxicants may breed vice, while cutting taxes on food, clothing, and industrial materials boosts general prosperity. Justice calls reducing superfluities and sparing necessaries.
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