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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1890
Page
4
Milk publication lists daily and weekly subscription prices for one year six months three months and month and weekly Fridays rates. It notes second class matter status and that all money sent at sender’s risk with checks drafts and money orders payable to the Post Publishing Company.
Editor notes demand full sender name and address with communications. Russian Art Exhibition at Akna Building. Soudan at Boston Theatre. Mme Angot at Globe Theatre. Twelfth Night at Tremont. Charity Ball at Hollis Street. Little Emily at Boston Museum. True Irish Hearts at Grand Opera House. Reilly Woods Vaudeville at Athenaeum. Mechanics’ Building hosts a fair.
The Tremont Temple gathering addressed tariff policy and moral questions in this state election. Speakers praised Henry J. Pitre for a conservative, non partisan tone while contrasting 1869 tariff struggles with 1850 slavery compromises and urging support for Quay Belden and Clarkson as party leaders.
B M Ewing a woollen manufacturer argues in the New York Commercial Advertiser that if the Mills bill had become law free wool would have spurred wider markets, larger production, and prosperity from manufacturer to mill hand, despite unsettled tax affairs.
The Eccles bye election produced 4901 votes for Mr Rogg and 4696 for Mr Egerton, a small Liberal lead in a manufacturing district. The result, while showing mixed signals on Home Rule and the Tipperary issue, is tempered by the winner's support for the eight hour law and reflects overall growing Liberal momentum in recent bye contests. Frank P Bennett criticizes U S wool tariff as a tax on consumers and wearers of woollen cloth.
In Roxbury Mr. Pierce claimed Democrats backed sound finance while twenty two House members opposed the free silver bill. He did not note that John F Andrew, the rival for his seat, was among those twenty two Democrats. The omission stands out in the context of his claim to credit.
The piece accuses unscrupulous figures and politicians of exploiting Andrew’s stance to imply support for free coinage. It condemns Mr. Williams and Mr. Candler over pecuniary interests and tariff votes on sulphuric acid. It notes The New York Tribune’s stance on price rises and a disputed draw back provision, calling for honest declarations and condemning the tariff bill as botched and likely invalid.
The New York Times report notes a planned protest against the Republican tariff act on grounds of illegality in its passage. Key objections include the absence of a specific repeal of the 1883 law and a missing tobacco drawback paragraph signed by the President, restored after a conference. The piece cites opposition leaders and a Pennsylvania Independent Republicans reply to Mr Lincoln.
The Daily Pacific Commercial Advertiser of Sept. 17 prints The Third Warning Voice. A purported royal document signed by a senior official is attributed to King Karakawa, urging military strength and Hawaiians governing Hawaii, while mocking foreign residents. The piece blends satire and political stance, offering amusement and insight into royal pretensions.
A royal address from the Hawaiian throne advocates a larger standing army to quell future clandestine movements. The text praises regular military forces for their conduct during unsettled times, while critiquing revolutions and political factions, noting native and Chinese restraint amid lawlessness and arrests.
The late Dion Boucicault's critique of contemporary drama suggests a future theatre driven by social and economic crusades. Two trends loom: period dramas tied to current events and plays addressing social and scientific issues, with mixed reception among critics and industry, including a jab at Albany glove makers over costs.
A famed pugilist known as the California Wonder will appear in a variety show as a lead attraction while remaining ready to fight for the world championship after his season ends. The article lauds his gentlemanly conduct, banking career, and social standing, noting his balance of fame and responsibility and pride in California.
A couple visits a store on Fourteenth Street near Siath Avenue where a plush Astrakhan trimmed jacket marked 1658 dollars in the window is priced at 20 dollars after stock arrival. The saleswoman says manufacturers raised prices due to the McKinley tariff, and the proprietor ordered the explanation. The buyer notes no blessings on McKinley.
The New York Commercial Advertiser invites readers to send information showing any instance where laborers gained wages due to the new tariff. Up to now, no one has responded.
A cigar dealer cites price hikes after the McKinley bill, noting a brand climbing from 87 to 114 dollars per thousand and a cheaper domestic line up from 57 to 64 per thousand. The reporter confirms by paying 15 cents for a single cigar that had cost 25 cents for two.
A Boston columnist critiques a Park Royal Terraces project on Beacon Street, lampooning English dynastic names to satirize Anglomania. The piece contrasts historic English titles with local street naming, cites cosmopolitanism anecdotes, and laments the city’s lack of native historical figures in place names.
A mosaic of short items traces cultural quips, travel humor, and notable figures. Punch humor, a Basle engraving exhibit, Indian philanthropy, a Mark Twain anecdote, Bombay benefactor Byramjee Jeejeevhoy, and a retrospective on Benjamin Franklin blend in a brisk, eclectic column.
Ex Governor B G Noble of Wisconsin was stricken with apoplexy after noon yesterday while visiting relatives on Ross street Brooklyn. He fell down stairs at age seventy four and physicians fear he will die. The report notes other figures in regional society and a quote about a recently deceased wife.
The old comedy season at the Museum opens Monday week with The School for Scandal as the opening bill and ticket sales begin Tuesday. Monday sees a season of minstrelsy at the Park headlined by W S Cleveland’s consolidated troupe, aiming to draw large audiences. A benefit for D Foster Farrar at Tremont Theatre on Sunday night November 2 features a noted public servant who served as a longtime Common Council member. his recent leg injuries rekindle support for the cause. Marion Manola delays Europe departure to sing next Sunday at the second Sunday Popular with Panamari Campaigner, Leo Shultz, Amelotte, and the Salem Cadet Band after last week’s storm prevented attendance.
The council session was brief with rules suspended to consider transferring 15000 from police funds to pave Lenox street and sections of West Third and E streets. Opposing members blocked a two thirds vote and a reconsideration was sent to the next meeting. A 37500 transfer for Dorchester avenue paving was also referred to the finance committee.
A reader recounts an Irishman’s naturalization scene in Tennessee where the oath includes renouncing princes and the Pope. He argues U S naturalization laws are lax or overly strict, urging longer residence before voting and warning against rewarding lack of patriotism, suggesting England as his native land.
In yesterday's Longwood tournament semi finals doubles, F. H. Hovey and Hugh Tallant beat Percy Manchester and Smith 3 6, 6 2, 8 6 to advance. They will face the Wrenn brothers in the championship final this afternoon.
Miss Anna Gillespie Pad dock, daughter of Rt. Rev. Bishop Paddock, married Mr. Henry Kirkland Jones of Detroit at Emmanuel Church. The ceremony featured a large clerical attendance, ornate gowns, and a reception at the bishop's Chestnut Street residence. The groom, a Princeton graduate, will relocate with his bride to Detroit after a wedding trip.
Miss Fannie Richardson and Louis Curtis were married at noon in the Church of the Advent. Ushers included Harcourt Amory Harry Wainwright Harry Pickering Dr. Hopkins Lawrence Horton and A Amory. Bridesmaid Grace Richardson sister of the bride. The bride was given away by brother W R Richardson. Organist played before the ceremony as sanctuary choir boys sang the processional and recessional. Vows were offered by Rev W G Frisbie and Rev R H Howe. The couple plans a wedding trip and will reside on Beacon Street.
Frank Downs and Miss H. K. Johnson were married by Rev. George K. Hatch at Elbridge H. Johnson residence. Relatives and close friends attended a reception. The couple will reside on Grove Street.
Miss Sara S. Holmes daughter of Mr and Mrs Philip Holmes and Mr Lincoln Grant of Boston wed at noon in the First Universalist Church in Grant family presence. The ceremony by Rev Arthur G. Rogers featured a gray cashmere and silk traveling outfit and yellow chrysanthemum bouquet. The couple's breakfast and reception followed at the bride’s home. They will reside at 15 Garrison Street Boston after a brief tour.
At noon on October 23 Marshall Field Jr son of the Marshall Field & Co leader married Miss Albertine Huck daughter of Louis C Huck the wealthy broker at the bride's residence in a ceremony conducted by Archbishop Feehan.
Wartiam Oct 23 A fashionable wedding united Miss Helen C daughter of Hon and Mrs Erskine Warden and Charles N Denault of Fall River at 6 30 pm in Moody Street home. Rev Townsend and Rev Fullerton officiated before ~600 guests with Brown's Orchestra. The bride wore cream faille and tulle veil. a short bridal tour follows before residence in Fall River.
Claudia Odelia Howard and Henry Eugene Fleming wed at the bride’s mother's home in Watertown. The ceremony by Rev. W. Savage was intimate due to the death in the family, with a dove silk gown, wreath, and white roses. A silver service was among the notable presents.
Miss Alice Smith and Sumner S. Swasey of Cambridge were married at the Austin Street Unitarian Church in Cambridgeport yesterday evening. Rev G W Briggs officiated before a large company. The bride wore white silk with a long train, given away by her brother Bil ling Smith. Ushers included H H Bailey W H Lethbridge Dr H E Cutter C H Cross F S Rogers and James Butterfield. A reception followed at the bride’s Clinton street home.
Mr Jarvis Keen of Cambridge and Mrs Sadie Vinal daughter of Quincy A Vinal of Somerville were married last evening at the bride's parents home 9 Aldersay street Prospect Hill The ceremony was simple and the reception drew over one hundred friends.
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