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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1891
Page
4
Notices on subscriber address changes and payment details from the Boston Post Publishing Company. Mentions charges for veeye and veesos, and requests updated present and future addresses for second class matter. Payment by checks drafts or money orders to Past Publishing Company. address change handled by the publisher.
A fragment reflecting on confiscation of property and the cruelty of the upper classes toward the lower. It asks if such conditions make war impossible, and whether war could be any worse, presenting a stark, morally charged meditation on social inequality and conflict.
The new Haytian minister, Joan S. Dernam, is described as well spoken of and potentially suited to delicate duties. His partial African heritage suggests Haitians may prefer a white appointee, while political backing from Philadelphia figures hints the selection was party driven and may rely on the colored vote in Pennsylvania this year.
Mr Egan tells the New York Herald he sought to aid BAL Macredas opponents to save their lives while posing as a friend of the regime. He acknowledges writing a letter to Admiral McCann asserting the opposition was a remnant of ill provided men and that the government could not be overthrown. He defends his actions as a vindication kept in office to preserve the president's esteem.
Independence Iowa hosts Allerton who ran a mile in 2 10 beating Sunol and second to Maud S 2 08. Direct lowered the pacing record to 2 06 on the same day with a kiteshape track praised for speed. Bonner and others expect Sunol to challenge Maud this year with trials planned in Stockton California soon.
The piece surveys a political clash in Pennsylvania where Democrats attack the Republican party. It notes the New York Tribune’s view of a painful monotony and the Philadelphia Ledger as representing the best qualities of the party, implying tension and potential impact on party unity.
The piece argues the Democratic resolutions target corrupt practices and calls for a political turnover. It contrasts Ledger backed reform with Republican tolerance of patronage, condemning partisan police and party loyalty over honesty and efficiency to protect the Commonwealth’s good name.
The article argues that a twar scare grips Europe as autumn arrives, warning that Russia faces severe famine and widespread persecution of Jews and aliens. It cites Harono Freperic’s reports from Russia, noting misery, political oppression, and potential Pan-Slavism dangers, with possible European interference if conditions worsen.
The piece mocks and analyzes the speculative Republican candidacy of Andrew D. Wire and the willingness of Prarr to back him. It questions the fairness of remarks about manhood suffrage, cites parallels with Ithaca charter provisions, and ridicules candidate claims. It then shifts to social commentary on immigration, intellect, climate, and a doctor’s quips about mental health.
Dr Cuartres E Atwoop of Utica presented a report to the American Social Science Association arguing that insanity is rising in the United States. He noted no clear cause beyond weariness of modern life, and said sex and marital status do not affect insanity. Foreign-born individuals showed higher insanity rates than native-born in Utica asylum statistics.
The market sees continued eager demand for speculative stocks amid occasional healthy reactions. Western railroads report tight capacity and rising earnings potential while funding disputes over Kansas City Memphis and Birmingham bonds draw scrutiny. Polar exploration notes mix with transport and rescue plans and a looming question: is the risk worth the possible scientific payoff.
Professor Anceo Hertyrin, leader of the West Greenland group that joined Peary, says reports are more reliable but supplies may run short. He warns a relief expedition may be needed, citing near irretrievable special provisions. Current camp lies on the south side of McCormick Bay at about latitude 77 40.
Paris protests over women wearing hats in theater draw exasperation from hairdressers who seek work by crafting elaborate coiffures. The piece notes mixed reactions, including temperance critiques of President Harrison’s wine toast and comments on American dramatists in Boston.
Rudyard Kipling is credited with an ambition to write a play. J Rogers Rich visits Julian Hawthorne at Sag Harbor. Muller Ury painted a portrait of Mrs Theodore Havemeyer. The artist famed for Depew’s portrait is noted. William Walter Phelps to extend his stay in Hamburg and is improving health. Sir William Gordon Cumming and companions travel in Scotland during shooting season. Mrs Spurgeon announces delayed recovery and asks patience for petitions’ outcome. Notables sailing to New York include Duval Dwyer Bingham Lorilard Pullman Shapley. Various officials and clergymen sail via Saale Germanic Umbria Elbe and Augusta Victoria.
In Baltimore, Russell Harrison failed to secure the revenue cutter while Collector Fassett prevailed. Mrs. Harrison ultimately obtained the cutter, the Majestic passengers were removed, and Prince Russell achieved his objective. The outcome leaves most parties portrayed as satisfied.
A miscellany notes Labor Day quirks, a New York magazine venture, and social chatter. It mentions Major Handy on the World’s Fair Commission, Philadelphia safety chief's resignation, Rosalie Peters praise, and a New Jersey Pennsylvan ia gunning reference. Also covers global lamp investments in London, a Paris Archbishop tie to a 1871 shooting order, and a rail speed debate with 102 mph chase by Jay Gould. Concludes with poems and a Duke of Norfolk visit to Glastonbury and a Century magazine poem about Jessie’s dancing feet.
A column laments Boston street naming, arguing it lacks historical meaning since many new names follow English or foreign sources. It contrasts Paris and Albany practices, notes American fears of individuality, and questions why obscure names replace native heroes, ending with a parable about a silent office boy and observations on fashion.
Virginia Republicans number about 150000 voters acknowledge past Harrison support but oppose Mahone led plan to withhold nominations for the Legislature and back Alliance candidates. Disaffection grows amid questions of Mahone's motives and political strategy.
A fragment criticizes states that lease convicts as outdated and inhumane. The piece decries New York as behind the times and calls Tennessee legislature’s approach a blot on the state’s civilization.
The Philadelphia Press cautions that President Harrison might have let Flanagan wait longer for a federal appointment such as Collector of Customs at El Paso. It argues the Flanagan family causes fewer problems while waiting for office than after securing one, reflecting concerns about patronage and creed.
Baltimore federal officers offer excuses to superiors as the Civil Service Commission declares them guilty, yet there is no indication the Administration will demand a defense or heed the charges. The piece argues the officers are displaying needless alarm with no consequence likely.
The Pennsylvania campaign moves on state issues as Democrats fault Republican state administration. The line notes the ground has been chosen by the logic of events, creating a disadvantage for Republicans in the contest.
Charlotte M. Yonge prints The Con stabil s Power or the Times of the Magna Charta with new copyright notice by Thomas Whittaker. Mrs Molesworth also has Red Grange announced this week. The Rutledge author Miriam C Harris has An Utter Failure coming soon from Appleton. Albert Sorel’s Mme de Sorel in The Great French Writers series from McClurg. Translation by Mrs Gardiner. Percy Fitzgerald to publish Life of James Boswell by D Appleton Co with Boswell and Johnson portraits.
On Saturday Erastus Wiman and about twenty four officials from the Staten Island Rapid Transit Railway Company visited Lynn to inspect Thomson-Houston electric works and then toured Boston’s electric system and central power station. Wiman seeks a plan to build an on State Island plant supplying power for fire, railway, lighting and commercial uses.
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