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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1891
Page
4
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Boston Musica Tremont street at 5 Ye Earlie Trouble. Boston Theatre Washington street At S-Don Thompson in The Old Homestead. Pank Theatre Washington street S-Neil Burgess in The County Fair. Globe Theatre Washington street S-The Power of the Press. Trewont Turanus Tremont street At 8 Fanny Rice in A Jolly Surprise. Brystic Tare Medford September meeting At 1 50 37 and 2 23 classes trotting.
The People's Party entered the campaign with a complete slate for state officers and a platform praised as a fine work of adaptation. At the convention, over a thousand dollars was subscribed to cover incidental expenses, as the party aims to reorganize society amid an alarming condition.
A cable despatch from St. Petersburg explains that confidence in the Franco Russian entente leads papers to think major powers will refrain from protesting Turkey’s concessions to Russia over the Dardanelles. Europe appears at peace because all nations are armed, prompting serious talk of disarmament despite the high costs.
The text notes a mania in the New York Sun when Grover Cleveland is praised, citing the Pennsylvania Democratic Convention. It mentions the Post and Mr Cleveland being condemned in fervent terms, labeling the reaction as acute mania and recognizable to alienists.
The Charleston News and Courier challenges Treasury Department figures on South Carolina savings bank depositors. It cites Charleston data showing 18 082 depositors with $4 578 000 total deposits and an average of $252 17 per depositor, arguing the national totals are misleading and poorly compiled.
In St Albans Vermont an enumerator reported only six deaths among 140 persons in the last five months of the census year. The anomaly prompted impeachment of the census return and scrutiny of the town’s health coding and record keeping.
The scene centers on a St Albans enumerator who, urged by Superintendent Perrin, refuses to report more deaths than occurred. He cites conscience and strict instructions, joking that ten deaths might have been needed to satisfy the census. Critics wonder how much of the tally reflects reality versus guidance.
The Postmaster General plans a county seat canvass to rate post offices from 1 to 5 on five standards, aiming to improve service. Postmasters will visit local offices to collect data, though critics warn the effort may be colored by partisan politics and past removals by the department.
The Boston Journal’s view of hired men draws praise from some for rural sensibility while others warn it risks social danger. The piece recalls past norms of equal status at the table, contrasts with modern practices, and notes alleged risks when a farmer cannot verify a worker’s character.
Parks, a Georgia carpenter, returned from Liberia to New York reporting a dire colony. He says transplanted Africans rule natives tyrannically, agriculture and manufacturing falter, and slavery exists. He claims ostracism for not participating in human trafficking, noting slave conditions worse than prewar South.
The writer questions Parks and notes Liberia’s condition as worse than Haïti, urging close evaluation of colonization plans and implying that the Southern racial issue will not be resolved by such schemes. The opinion reflects a cautious stance on colonization as a solution.
Decent people rejoice at the complete fiasco surrounding Eva Manny the alleged widow of Repent Ray tel Amitron as she sought a career on the stage. A manager joined the scheme but public support did not materialize and the attempted scandal is averted.
The Lowell Star notes Mr. Allen qualifies for governor through service on Governor Robinsons staff. His two daughters, inventor of Allen's root beer, church and clubs member, skilled photographer and typist, plus a capable fisherman. These point to personal qualities rather than political record.
A baseball gossip column praises Fuller of the Browns as one of the country’s brainiest shortstops and a wonderful artist in his position. The note contrasts artists in hairdressing and boot-blacking with the diamond, suggesting artists are new to baseball.
A Philadelphia Record description notes a rare Aix spectacle with Princess Louise the Marchioness of Lorne sipping brandy and soda and smoking cigars. The piece calls the scene a genuine curiosity and a surprising find for any diligent search.
A telephone school has been established at San Salvador to train young women seeking positions at central exchanges. The course emphasizes patience and politeness, skills deemed essential for those who spend much time at the telephone.
The La Torraine region reports a cyclone weather event mirroring past tidal experiences in Etruria. The note mentions Uncle Jenny failing to attend the fair and warns that Ife risks losing the labor vote amid unsettled times for returning travelers and coastal communities.
A jumble of quips on labor and fashion, names, and humorous exchanges. References include Old Prob as foe of workers, Swinburne with red hair, Scotland's kilt trend, Lady Tennyson’s relics, Brynman and Grimes quips, a large snake milking a cow in Hagerstown, and comments on Enid Arbuckle, Russell Sage, Mrs. Bentley, and a Jolly Surprise.
The September piece sketches seasonal changes in nature with references to gentians, goldenrod, migrating birds, autumn harvest, and hints of frost. It notes cooling days and signals the arrival of harvest time as schools and institutions prepare for a coming season.
A San Francisco Examiner comment argues the President cannot avoid mandatory retaliation under the McKinley bill. It contends the act fixes duties based on facts and would compel action regardless of discretionary intent, challenging the notion of honesty in certification.
In the Springfield Republican column Uncle Jerry Rusk claims his pork inspection law opened Germany to the American hog and seeks due credit. Others warn that continuing credit disputes could exceed prior honor debates over reciprocity.
Providence Journal notes Republican papers claim Quay is out of politics, yet current events show ongoing activity. The sign with Quay’s name has been removed and Clark Bon is substituted over the door.
A reflective piece in Boston contrasts holiday crowds and rain with working life. The narrator observes workers in coats and umbrellas, notes social debate sparked by Augur and others, and contrasts Dekker's idealized craftsman with today’s harsh labor reality. The piece favors honest labor and cautions against idolizing socialism.
A mixed critique of the melodrama The Power of the Press at the Globe Theatre, noting a familiar plot, weak handling of thematic elements, strong scenery, and commendable acting by C. H. Riegel and Ida Waterman. Audience response was enthusiastic, though critics found the overall work lacking originality.
A Mainz photographer Graves faces arrest for publishing a photo showing the Emperor with a half grown beard. German orders bar portraits until full growth. Graves claims work for a Philadelphia publisher and resists sale in Germany. The case drags to foreign offices as Berlin dealers suffer from beard delays.
Poor weather forced cancellation of the Oak Hill carnival to raise funds for Newton Centre Catholic Church building. Instead, dancing and games filled Associates' Hall with several hundred attendees. A vote contest for a blackthorn cane drew Edward Cassidy’s cane, carried by Dennis Foley after 3562 votes, with James Vealy 1224 and Andrew Desmond 1199. The cane was presented by Rev. Father D J Wholey.
The Philadelphia Record notes the New York Tribune doubts Pattison and allies can confine the 1891 campaign to state affairs. It argues the issue is honesty, citing neglect and connivance by officials that robbed the State and city of millions. It contends voters will act in November.
Republican caucuses planned this evening in Somerville across wards to select twenty delegates who will be unpledged but favor Allen for Governor. Democratic caucus scheduled for September 16 in Bow Street hall with party contingency.
Miss Fanny Rice appeared at Tremont Theatre in Arthur Wallack's new musical comedy A Jolly Surprise in three acts. The play follows a mother-in-law’s suspicions and a young husband entangled with a friend’s wife, with an interpolation in the second act for songs and dances by Rice and partners. The plot is thin and jokes musty, though Rice and others provide songs and vigor. the audience remained good tempered as they applauded the troupe and Rice’s dog.
The Boston and New York stage scene is lively with two standing room only shows at the Museum as Carleton updates his play. New versions of Old Homestead and Thermidor are promised, with big crowds and favorable notices across theaters including Grand Opera House and Park Theatre.
The Boston Theatre opened with Denman Thompson and The Old Homestead drawing large crowds. A record 3499 admissions plus floor and box seats were sold, despite a holiday and bad weather. Strong advance sales for A Texas Steer at Tremont next week promise continued success. advance bookings advised.
Ogden Hoffman longtime New York advocate turned United States District Judge died recently. He defended Robinson in the Elien Jewett murder case, prompting public debate over ethics. Hoffman's career spanned California and New York, rooted in a distinguished quaker family. A New York magazine cites his former wife as once the principal of a girls school.
A Boston letter from September 7 1891 attacks Labor Day as a demagogic stunt that mocks the working class. It argues true dignity lies in honest hard work rather than festive marches and brass bands, and warns of political manipulation by agitators feeding vanity and wind.
Captain Bazeries at Nantes deciphered despatches between Louis XIV and Louvois about the Iron Mask. The 1691 1692 Piedmont campaign notes clarify the Balonde arrest and masked walk on the Citadel ramparts. Da Buononde named as the Iron Mask. Captain Baverie’s translation sent to War Ministry for possible publication.
Public schools in Cambridge reopen today after renovations including ventilation upgrades at Dana Stearns and Otis, and new furnaces. Morse Grammar School near Allston and Brookline is nearly ready, English High on Broadway delayed to November. Somerville schools start likewise, with J J Ghines and C G Pope projects unfinished forcing outside rooms and half time schedules.
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