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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1889
Page
4
A Boston Mast report on New York port arrivals shows 509 ships in the past month, nearly half steamers. Britons lead among nationalities with about half of steam arrivals, American ships are scarce, and overall British shipping exceeds American by a large margin. The article argues U.S. ships cannot compete under restrictive laws and urges policy change.
Voters in Louisiana's third congressional district vote today to fill the vacancy from Edward W. Gay's death. Party maneuvering surrounds the race as Republicans seek a seat to widen their House edge, while Democrats face alleged fraud claims and pressure from national outlets predicting hurdles for the winning candidate.
The Saturday Review rejects the idea of British ties with Germany Austria and Italy as a formal alliance. It argues such reports mislead English readers and warns that treating France as an enemy profits neither Britain nor Europe. It stresses peace and warns against strengthening Germany through misperceived “natural allies.”
The report says Representative FLoop of New York may press for the removal of the pensions commissioner, accusing him of gross incompetence and vulgarity. The clash centers on reactions to FLoop and a public remark about the soldier vote.
The passage notes a threat by a candidate for Elmira postmaster to resign his Congressional seat, risking a district election by a Democrat. Though unlikely, the maneuver would cap the Tanner episode, ending the crisis through a clash between a spoilsman and a blatherskite.
Commentary notes a London Standard report that a Chinese Imperial petition seeks expulsion of Americans from China and possibly a ban on entry. It discusses treaty failures, U S serials of strict exclusion laws, and the likely minimal impact beyond moral gesturing, with few Americans in China and missionaries among them.
A Bostonist denounces Interstate Commerce Commission rulings favoring Chicago to New York rates, arguing Boston traffic pays higher tariffs despite shorter or similar distances. The piece counters claims of a shorter route making costs fair, cites terminal docks and export rates, and urges reinstating equal five cent domestic discounts to boost Boston trade.
GrauHam, the shar in hero who survived a barrel ride over Niagara Falls, is cited as an example of foolhardy morbid passion. The passage argues such feats deserve no encouragement and calls for enforcing the law against daredevils.
Officials warn against self harm and negligent actions that endanger others. The statement stresses two wrongdoings: attempting death by self action and those who recklessly put lives at risk, urging responsible behavior and adherence to safety standards.
A critique surveys horse dealers as a distinctive, morally nuanced group. It outlines several archetypes from genial rogues to quiet schemers, notes deceptive misreadings of defects, and details dealer attitudes, manners, and the dramatic craft of selling.
In Boston a trustees decision to use Iowa marble in the new Public Library entrance hall highlights a broader shift toward diverse materials in architecture. The author argues marble choice should favor harmony, noting Swiss and Vermont stones among contractors offerings and recalling older Carrara white marble in local mansions while praising the artistic potential of mixed marbles for tone and decor.
A large enthusiastic audience greeted the new season at the Museum with Hands Across the Sea. Critics note melodrama flaws but praise scenic effects and the cast, especially Mason Sheridan and Pitt, while predicting mixed success for Pettitt's play.
The minute accounts from several newspapers regarding the arrival of a previously notorious figure in the Maysrcx trial are cited as a flagrant press abuse. The piece argues such publications damage journalism’s standing and mislead the public, stressing journalism should illuminate events not pander to vulgar curiosity.
The Hollis Street Theatre launches the 1889 90 season with Evangeline a burlesque hit praised as a satisfactory presentation. Improvements to the foyer cloakrooms smoking room and entrances are noted along with staff listed led by proprietor Isaac B. Rich and manager Charles J. Rich.
Boston audiences witness Evangeline staged with handsome scenery and a largely new cast led by Yolande Wallace as Evangeline and Marie Bartlett as Gabriel. James S. Maffitt returns as Lone Fisherman with mock solemnity. other performers include Daly, Fortesque, Frankel, and Kelly. Circuit run extends three weeks.
A Boston weekly theater roundup notes children’s production of Pinafore with standout performances by Josie Zahn and Bessie Murray, plus Little Vinie Daly. Shamus O Brien at the Howard Atheneum stars with Katherine Walsh. The Grand Opera House previews The Ruling Passion and Hamlet through selections by Louis James. Bunch of Keys draws a large audience at the Grand. The Globe features The Tourists with Mestayer and Vaughn and Danites at Oakland Garden with George T. Ulmer.
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