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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1889
Page
4
The Boston Post lists subscription prices and policy notices for readers. It notes second class entry, payment details, and where departments appear in the paper, including watermarked submission rules and contact guidance.
A fire is reported aboard the Santiago of the Wilson line, sailing Hull to Boston and New York. Built in 1886 of steel and deemed sound, the blaze likely started among cotton bales, a known risk with no proven prevention.
Rumors from Hayti warn of more upheaval as Hip- Polyte faces unpopularity and a potential revolution to oust him. The text notes his rise at election and doubts about Haytiens’ capacity for self government if another overthrow occurs.
The London Spectator, viewed as a Unionist organ, adopts a patronizing tone toward the Conservative party. It argues there are more nominal Tories than Liberal Unionists, but many more real Liberal Unionists. It says the true Tory is extinct, likening it to the Dodo.
The dynamite cruiser Vesuvius is ordered for another trial by Secretary Tracy despite Secretary Whitney’s satisfaction with its performance. The vessel has reached 21.65 knots, exceeded 3200 horsepower, and fired 17 shots in 30 minutes, throwing 400 pounds one mile.
An active campaign by the Farmers League in Springfield alleges a bogus butter lobby. They propose practical measures including a Boston watchdog and funds to meet bills. They urge appointed agricultural district representation and support biennial sessions and a new ballot law.
The article warns that Lynn’s disaster echoes a familiar New England hazard as wooden construction fuels urban blazes. It notes how rapid spread follows wood dominated districts and cautions broader cities may face similar losses without changes to construction practices.
The article cites the Boston fire as a catalyst for building law reform and fire department reorganization. It notes Lynn's similar energy and hopes for rapid recovery and a more prosperous revival after damage from a major conflagration.
Missouri officials move to revoke charters of noncompliant corporations after extended grace period for affidavits. Prosecutions loom against firms with ties to pools or trusts, potential large fines, and likely extensive litigation shaping the law's constitutionality. STANLEY Emin rescue saga concludes with peril, courage, and a quest to the coast as Emin and Stanley combine to escape tribal conflicts.
The letter to Mr Marston confirms Emin has been rescued and is marching home with his rescuer. Earlier letters show gaps due to missed messengers and partial information, dated Sept 5 and Aug 17, with progress from Emin's departure at Wadelai toward the Aruwimi River. The account highlights hardships and dangers faced during the expedition.
Mr Mansfield protests a Philadelphia Times critique of his Richard II production noting he will not return to the city. The Times defended the review citing taste and courtesy and questioned Mansfield's exclusion of the drama for pictorial emphasis. The episode mirrors earlier theater boycotts and hints at a possible reversal of Philadelphia's boycott.
The Journal views Captain CopMan's Post letter as a reply that sneers at his remarks calling them admirably calculated to evoke applause on change in Liverpool and London. The piece frames it as a familiar British gold taunt repackaged for modern debate.
The Boston report notes the New York Herald calls Mme Mopsiska’s Rosalind impersonation an ideal beyond ectypal effort, a phrase not easily grasped. The item contrasts the lofty critic’s term with local understanding.
The Sultan runs a shortfall of £150,000 attributed to the Emperor Williams visit. Despite the gap, the Sultan notes subjects must cover the cost in the end.
Both candidates for mayor appear buoyant as they celebrate newfound freedom from PAINE. The remark underscores a shift in mood as they pursue campaign momentum and public support.
The 1890 Atlantic Monthly will include a serial story Felicia by Fannie Murfree sister of Charles Egbert Craddock. Popular Science Monthly December will publish Dr Charles Abbott on The Descendants of Pal aeolithic Man in America and an illustrated Glass Making article by Professor C H Henderson. Willard B Farwell contributes New Phases in the Chinese Problem and Jolene Garrick Mallery delivers an address on Israelite and...
A brief item notes polo action in New Haven with New Britain and New Haven participating yesterday. The short report confirms both teams involved and mentions the event location New Haven.
A Boston note lauds city policies placing policemen on the Common during skating season to protect ponds and trees, warns of crowds forming around police, and recounts 1789 era excerpts from Massachusetts Magazine. It also surveys young men like Charley Doolittle and critiques American opera through the Boston troupe the Bostonians, praising balance and American casting.
A Music Hall program by Pablo de Sarasate and Eugen d Albert with conductor Walter Damrosch features piano and violin concertos. The New York program includes Chopin, Mendelssohn, Grieg, Rubinstein pieces, intermezzo, habanera, and an orchestral finale. A grand Saturday matinee with the full symphony orchestra is announced.
Emma Juci's company promises a rich repertory and large orchestra for Boston engagement. Notable local favorites include Lizzie Macnichol and Franz Vetta. Adolph Neuen dorff conducts as the season opens with Mignon Maritana Carmen Postilion of Lonjumeau Freischuetz Faust and Trovatore. Seats go on sale this morning with many orders already received.
New York telegram reports contracts signed with DeWolf Hopper and other stars for a new De Wolf Hopper comic opera company. Charles E. Locke and Davis will manage, Hopper to star for five years starting May. Broadway Theatre run set for May with Sanger. possible Miss Sybil Sanderson engagement and European librettists seeking a fresh opera for spring opening.
Monday's program by the Cecilia society includes The Spectre's Bride with solo roles by Mme Sophie Zéla Mr George J Parker and J F Rudolph son. The chorus grew brighter and an orchestra aids the performance.
Miss Ellen Robbins presents a flower heavy collection with landscapes showing careful color and light. The show includes bold rock studies and delicate blossoms, and runs from Tuesday 26th inst to December 3 at Irvington street studios with noted artist Benjamin Constant painting portraits nearby.
Colonel J R Rathbone lies ill in Lima Ohio with slim hopes of recovery Abraham Lincoln's son shows signs of recovery after illness in Versailles Ministers and Mrs Lincoln accompany him Lincoln statue prize and 100000 prize fund set by John Crear Dickens rare book to be sold in London in December Dartmouth professor granted leave to direct American School of Athens Emma Mershon-Faria stars in Rigoletto near Milan New York exhibition planned by Bernard Quaritch Memorial Arch Fund led by Grover Cleveland and others Ireland appoints Chief Justice and Attorney General Royal College of Surgeons meeting silent on Mackenzie matter Thanksgiving plans limit family attendance at White House Christmas in the South for Proctor Mt Vernon barracks under review for health concerns Napier Wallace attends Renan dinner in Paris with Celtic poems and songs
A collage of quips and tales on twins jokes and old theater wit. notes on Idaho ice relics and Honduras mining backed by Rothschild finance. a chaotic menagerie of dueling Europe, mistaken doctors, dodgy book publishers, and a Parisian dowry case ending in divorce and fraud claims.
A lyrical piece on a Japanese girl called Chrysanthemum and a failed romance ends with a note about the William Duncan Fund for Metla Katla Alaska. The latter lists subscriptions and a total of 4021 28 dollars forwarded November 22 1889 by Edward L. Thomas treasurer in Boston.
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