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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1889
Page
5
Washington reports the President will devote space in his annual message to civil service reform, praising the Civil Service Commission and his enforcement of the law while facing criticism for alleged pledges. He may argue spoils exist outside the classified service, using figures to fortify his stance amid partisan politics.
Judge James N Syner assistant attorney general for the Postoffice Department proposes postal law changes. He urges bonds for assistant postmasters at presidential offices, emergency acting postmaster designations, and a broad update to curb obscene publications in the mails. He cites court rulings that narrow exclusions and warn of pamphlets aimed at youth.
Assistant Secretary Bussey reports that the pension commissioner’s action was sustained in 1176 appealed cases and reversed in sixty four. He discusses liberalizing department practice in pensions and notes it aligns with the law. He defends pensions for dishonorably discharged soldiers citing Holt 1868 and Interior 1875.
Commodore G. B. White chief of the Bureau of Yards and Docks reports from the Navy Department after inspecting Portsmouth and Boston yards. He says the yards are ruins and restoring usefulness requires funds to cover proposed improvements.
Recorder Trotter has not received any intimation from the President about resignation and continues to perform his duties. He aims to keep his office as a model in the capital and expects reasonable notice if he is asked to resign.
A Treasury decision would impose a 45 percent ad valorem duty on glass discs used for telescope lenses, affecting Alvan Clark’s Sons of Cambridgeport who have long enjoyed duty free imports since 1883. Four makers worldwide supply this specialized glass, used for scientific education.
A fashionable 7:30 p m wedding at the Crummett home joined Miss Lucie Helena Crummett and Rev. John Clarence Lee A M of Galesburg Ill. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. James Huxtable and Rev. Dr John Lee. Best man Prof Fred Lee of Philadelphia. The bride wore cream white silk with tulle veil and lilies of the valley bouquet. Many guests attended and gifts were generous.
Reputable doctors advise Horsford's Acid Phosphate for brain nerves and stomach comfort. Endorsed across schools as a trusted digestive and nerve tonic.
The New York market opened strong with Lake Shore in demand amid bear raids on Atchison. London and Chicago houses sold while rumors link Vanderbilt to Pacific interests. readings address bonds, oils and bank reserves, with readings on Reading, Reading real estate, and a proposed Milk Trust in New York city aiming for efficiency and cost savings.
Samuel B Capen outlines four key school year actions in Boston. Land purchases for eight new schools, civil service rules for janitors and building staff, annual promotion lists from merit, and plans for physical education and manual training. He urges nonpartisan appointments to protect nearly 60 000 students.
At Hyde Park on November 25 Rev James Huxtable united J C Lee and L Helena Crummett. At Linden on November 21 Rev E S Potter joined Charles R Poeing of Chicago to Hattie Hall of Linden. In Middleboro on November 24 Rev M F Johnson wed Frederick L Watts of Malden to Mary A Barney of Lakeville.
Death notices list residents and relatives in Cambridgeport Dorchester South Boston Charlestown Somerville Roxbury Shirley Stoughton Chelsea Portland Worcester and other locales. Names include Minnie Baxter Emma Bugbee Susan Bowen John Collins Ellen Devin Robert Forbes Etta Gergler Ann Gardner Samuel Highley John Hart Rebecca Hodges Sampson Holland Mary Mitchell William OBrien Hiram Shorey Ann Shea John Thorpe with ages and dates. Funeral details for Forbes at King's Chapel noted.
Mrs Nella Brown-Pond and the Lotus Glee Club entertained at Tremont Temple last evening. Pond read Pauline Pavlovna by Aldrich The Kitchen Clock and The Burning Ship in admirable style. Organist Mr C E Reed and accompanist Miss Lida J Low provided instrumental support with fine selections.
Lynn city government members with their wives and local press members joined a visit to the squadron yesterday. About 200 people participated in the gathering.
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