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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1891
Page
5
The Boston Post lists subscription rates and submission rules for manuscripts. It notes payment methods and office addresses, plus a schedule of current amusements at Boston theaters and venues with showtimes and titles. It also mentions a September meeting at Mystic Park with pacing and trotting classes.
The New York Tribune notes Democrats cite Cleveland's theory that the duty is always paid by the consumer as a reason to resist tariff claims. The Cleveland Leader counters that tariffs may raise wool prices by 10 to 32 cents per pound for Ohio farmers, while consumers bear the tax. The piece warns the idea lacks solid proof as with other cases.
The text argues English owners of Temescaltin mines stall production to curb competition in California while awaiting the 1803 tariff on tin. It notes Durango mines owned by American citizens producing one ton daily, with potential to 1500 tons yearly, seeking Liverpool markets as German and English bankers in Mexico back buyers. The tariff is seen as protecting foreign capitalists in the American market and excluding American citizens from their home market.
The Boston Journal notes that the delegate fight for the Republican convention may bode a satisfactory outcome. Allen supporters push rapid delegate gains while touting uncommitted and unpledged members as influential. After nomination, the canvass begins, with Crapo allies warning of slim caucuses and Hoar stressing broad Republican acceptability to avoid a national defeat.
The piece quotes Mr. Harrison promising to advance reform if elected, then portrays a Harrison machine in party politics guided by Federal service officials. It notes manipulation of the New York Republican State Convention in Rochester as of today, with control in high official hands.
The passage criticizes party influence in federal offices as lieutenants of Boss figures circulated through Philadelphia Baltimore and Massachusetts figures like Fassarr Van Cort Coorrr Beard and Saltonstall. It contrasts with Cleveland's civil service reform and notes Roosevelt recommended removals while Harrison defers to a partisan machine.
The Rochester gathering led by Boss Platt differs from Harr ison aligned Harr ison conventions. The piece discusses nominations for governor Fassett, the anti Harrison stance on silver, and Warre’s fall from favor, suggesting the Abbey topic and monument plans as context.
An editorial note discusses the status of Thackeray in the Westminster Pantheon, contrasting American interest with British memory. It cites Lord Houguron on Thackeray’s burial and notes the debate over changes needed before more monuments are permitted, while praising his genius and the shared sorrow of English and American readers.
Liverpool reports Cunard plans two new Boston service ships scoring with 16 to 17 knots and 300 to 400 cabins. Boston’s existing fleet includes Cephalonia Pavonia and Scythia, praised for comfort and speed, while Norddeutscher Lloyd shows moderate ships can attract travelers, suggesting Boston gains from two new Cunarders.
A critique in the Academy Aug 22 by Warren Levern is judged inadequate for describing Mr Lowrein. The passage suggests Lowrein's aggressive stupidity and quotes his remarks on American criticism and Lawseny's balance and ardor, reflecting dated literary opinion.
A prose critique surveys critics like Lowman and Arnold, contrasting aloofness with engagement. It weighs their views on Coleridge, Bowers, and literature, dismisses misuse of dictionaries, and lampoons The Transcript and Labor Day rhetoric. It also notes a misprint about Thomas Batu’s Autobiography, a sewer scene in a New York play, and Ireland’s Chief Secretary Barour golfing during holiday time.
Officials at BAISMAcEDA faced accusations of siphoning public funds while the day’s events in Chile proceeded, as several leaders reportedly profited alongside the ongoing affairs.
Governor Brown's three daughters described for height and hair color. Miss Charlotte Higgins, a 20 year old Scotch entrant to University of London, among 1600 who passed exams. Artist F E Wright returns to Park Street studio with autumn sketches. No foundation to Italy king visit claims. Congressman Hatch famed Missouri farmer with prized stock. Senator Blackburn praises his mutton. George A Wilson leaves Evening Traveller for Boston Commonwealth and Musical Herald. Francesco Cortisi, aging Italian singing teacher near Florence, rarely teaches. tale of Detroit girl refused as pupil due to wealth. Tribune notes correction on Edward Everett Hale's age and reveals related letters from Hale and Dr Henry Field.
A collage of quips and clippings on social satire and notes from era newspapers. Mentions of marriages, a 108 year old dancer, expulsion of Odessa Jews, a New York chorus countess in Eldorado, and fashioning museums. See also a Boston Almanack farmer girl vignette.
A lyrical dialogue expresses yearning for fearless expression and the transformative power of spoken love. The speaker urges the beloved to reveal true feelings, while celebrating language as a vessel for passion and intimate awakening.
As congressional rule governs, the recall of Minister Ean follows Balmaceda's overthrow. The action rests on his usefulness as a U.S. minister to Chile rather than proven charges, which may be true or false. The article argues his removal is now appropriate regardless of personal indictment.
The Baltimore Saw notes Pennsylvania's long Republican dominance challenged by bossism and machine tricks. It cites Pattison’s two gubernatorial wins with independent voters and warns the fall revolt may break Republican control in the Keystone State.
The writers deem a nomination of Mr. Crapo by the convention highly romantic and almost unimaginable given years of restless party elements. They believe such a nomination would have been the strongest possible and could have rallied independent voters away from the Democratic ticket.
A Boston letter writer from September 8 1891 urges limiting car capacity to a fixed number of passengers similar to the French system. The letter proposes conductors enforce the limit and even call a policeman to eject excess riders if needed.
Edwin B. Davis of Manchester a Dartmouth class of 89 and Salt Lake City Academy instructor has been named instructor in modern languages at the New Hampshireennyew of Agriculture and the Mechanic in Hanover.
The Rev. Mr. George was ordained and installed today as pastor of the Congregational Church of Newport Vermont.
A visiting writer recalls attending two Boston plays in ten days. One audience exuded refined respectability, the other chic vanity, yet both laughed at coarse onstage humor. He notes a ballet scene misplayed by a star and muses on taste, morals, and contemporary social signals.
Mr Denman Thompson stars as Joshua Whitcomb in The Old Homestead a long running vehicle praised for faithful character work and sturdy staging The review notes the exterior Grace Church scene as well done and says the show could enjoy a long run despite mixed critical opinions
The County Fair runs smoothly at the Park Theatre with Mr Burgess facing nightly crowds. The season looks set for success as the barn scene and horse race attractively showcased. A Texas Steer begins its Tremont tour Monday night. Limited changes in the company improve the cast head by Lim Murphy and Flora Walsh. A large sale of seats continues as Miss Campbell and Miss O Leary star in Carteton's Ye Early Trouble.
Private pnts Sept. 8. Jackson Richards master mechanic of the Philadelphia and Reading railroad unveils drawings for a four cylinder locomotive aimed at revolutionizing high speed rail travel. Four cylinders balance the engine, reduce dead center, and curb pounding on tracks. Expected smooth 85 mph initial pace with potential for 100 mph, with a trial between Philadelphia and New York at the World’s Fair.
Newport Rhode Island reports a lively cot taggers day with dinner hosts led by Mrs George Duncan and Mrs LeRoy King. Meals feature elaborate floral decor and rare gold service. Coach drives to Bateman's Inn, with about forty guests from Boston including Nathaniel Thayer and Pres cott Lawrence. Last drag hunt of the season set for Eagle Crest farm tomorrow as several Boston figures arrive for winter.
New London Sept 8 It is learned that on Sept 4 Rear Admiral Gherardi sent to Washington additional correspondence about the Port au Prince affair. The letters discuss disputes between the North Atlantic Squadron chief and Acting Rear Admiral Walker who says his independent squadron will not be bound to obey other squadron commanders. The communications are said to flow from the Secretary of the Navy and may bypass routine channels to learn both admirals’ views.
The Worcester Music Festival conducted a morning auction for seats at Washburn Hall. Season tickets rose from $5 to $6 but bidding stayed strong, yielding about $2000 in premiums. First choice fetched 87, and around 800 seats sold at $5 plus premiums, with 700 more sold before closing. Remaining seats go on sale at regular prices tomorrow as Mechanic's Hall is expected to fill. Secretary A C Munroe led the sale in President Edward L Davis's absence, praising Worcester as the Bayreuth of America and the management’s forward policy.
Reported from Zanzibar that natives killed explorer Stuhlman in a Lake Tanganyika clash during recent hostilities. The incident follows ongoing tensions in the region with limited details available.
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