Tremont Street shift from bird shop to piano row in Boston
In Boston on Tremont Street near West, a bird shop has become a piano showroom nicknamed Piano Row. The writer pities caged birds and notes public space beauty, but blasts overbearing monuments on the Common and comments on bucket shops in the city. He cites a London Spectator piece on canine instinct, describes a sharp city boy, and lists local notices including resignations and honors.
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Tremont Street
Cogswell
Boston
Jim
Maine Returns Boost Tariff Reform Advocates
Fuller Maine returns cited by Mr Blain earl y show Democrats broadly opposed to the Mills bill with a Democratic vote around 58 595, beating 1886 and 1884 figures. The Lewiston Journal notes shifting party support, suggesting many Republicans may have moved toward tariff reform.
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Fuller
Maine
Buncombe
Blaine
Whitelaw Rep
Buarve
Lewiston Journal
Forged Quotations Allegedly Circulated by Home Market Club
The Home Market Club faces renewed criticism as the London Spectator counters a claimed extract not from its pages. New York promoter H K Taurser admits altering a Times quotation he circulated after seeing it in a Congress speech, and calls for broad disclaimer matching prior circulation.
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Home Market Club
London Spectator
H. K. Taurser
New York
London Times
Congress
Tuur- Ber
Kansas flavored Republican gathering in City Hints at Platform Tone
The city convention displayed intense political feeling with a Kansas flavor. George A. Marden was named state treasurer candidate, and the platform praised the Chicago program while denouncing tariff reform. the Home Market Club influence on protection is noted amid vigorous rhetoric and critiques of the administration.
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Incalus
George A. Marden
Chicago
Republican Party
Home Market Club
United States
Prohibitionists Gain Moral Ground Over Republicans in Liquor Debate
The Worcester convention highlights a clash between parties. Republicans condemn grog shop political control and endorse a future constitutional liquor ban with vague promises. Prohibitionists present a concrete plan, showing bolder, steadier policy intent despite belief in prohibition’s efficacy being disputed.
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Worcester
Dispute Over Late Emperor Papers Strains Imperial Bonds
The German Emperor and his mother remain in a heated dispute over the late ruler’s papers. The Empress surrendered all political military documents, yet the son insists more materials should be his. Observers call his conduct shabby while noting his achievement of all justified by state need.
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Germany
Empress Criticized for Indiscretions in Recent Months
A despatch accuses the Empress of foolish acts in the last six months. It argues such conduct would not excuse her son for his unfilial behavior, noting the Emperor lacks delicacy of feeling.
Buffalo Convention Nomination by Acclamation for Hitt
The Buffalo convention nominating Governor Hitt by acclamation reveals division among Democrats and Independents. The piece assesses Hitt’s career, New York political dynamics, and potential national impact, noting platform details on tariff reform trusts and contract labor. It contrasts with the Republican platform and discusses public opinion on Times forgeries and Davitt’s views amid constitutional reform concerns.
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Washington
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St. Louis
Davitt Details Irish Agitation and Parnell Link
Mr Davitt presents a statement on Irish agitation from 1866, tracing his Fenians start, shift to an independent line in 1879, and later involvement with the Land League. He claims ongoing Fenian hostility, names Fenian gang as responsible for Phenix Park murders, and says Davitt urged Parnell to reoffer his parliamentary seat amid threats from agitators.
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Parnell
Davirr
Republican Brotherhood
Land League
Parnelti
Davitt
Down in the Mire Demagoguery Row in Republican Ranks
A critical column examines Governor Long and Lane as they clash over tax reform and whiskey policy. It argues Long’s shift from reformer to demagogue, questions sincerity, and notes appeals to Irish American voters amid a party torn by protectionist collusion and internal revenue debates.
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Blaine
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England
Italian Opera Faces Two U S Touring Plans
Despite Wagner popularity, managers plan Italian opera efforts. Colonel MacLeson aims to try again sans Partt, while Avcustus Harris considers an American tour after success in London. Prognosis remains precarious, but American music lovers should value both operatic schools.
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Colonel MacLeson
Avcustus Harris
London
America
Massachusetts Republicans nominate Oliver Ames as workman ideal
The platform adopted by the Massachusetts Republicans yesterday declares the ideal commonwealth to be peopled governed and adorned by workmen. They nominate Oliver Ames as the exemplar of that theory in support of the second part of their program.
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Massachusetts
Oliver Ames
Letter praised by Tribune calls Blaine leader of party
The New York Tribune hails Harrison's letter of acceptance as worthy of a great party leader and hints James G. Blaine wrote it. The Mills bill supporters in Congress are renominated with broad support for their votes, a notable pattern in praise.
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New York Tribune
Harrison
James G. Blaine
Congress
Fort Wayne Gazette On Free Trade Debate And Tax Focus
The Fort Wayne Gazette declines aid to the free trade slogan, arguing the current party controversy centers on which items should bear the tax or duty. It frames the dispute as a choice between cheap whiskey and tobacco versus cheaper necessities.
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Indiana
Fort Wayne
Milliken Credits Blaine in Maine Campaign Outlook
Congressman Seth Milliken asserts Blaine shaped Maine campaign dynamics and predicts if Harrison is elected he will offer Blaine the State Department post. Milliken says Blaine and his allies contributed more to Harrison's chances than any other factor.
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Blaine
Maine
Mr. Milliken
Harrison
Mr. Blaine
State Department
Gallinger Wins New Hampshire Senate Bid After Meeting
In New Hampshire the Republican State convention elevated Gallinger as lead figure in the senatorial race, edging Chandler. A Monday state committee meeting confirmed Gallinger will oversee the campaign and attempt to unseat Chandler in the United States Senate.
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New Hampshire
Senator Chandler
Dr. Gallinger
State Committee
Chandler
United States
Senate
Rare Autographs Bring Strong Bids in London Sale
A London sale of autographs drew keen money for items including a Burns poem and letter from 1789, Bacon to King James in 1613, Shelley to W Bryant on a £5000 loan, and Smollett’s sharp denunciation letter. Other letters from Locke, Gray, Lamb, Wolfe, Johnson, and portraits of royal figures sold at notable prices.
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Swift
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Locke
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Lamb
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Johnson
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Concord Antiquarians Celebrate 263rd Anniversary
Concord observes the 263d anniversary of its plantation by hoisting a flag at Concord Centre. The Concord Antiquarian Society held its annual meeting with about forty members present and new members elected bringing total to 104. Officers named were President George M. Brooks, Vice President John B. Keyes, Treasurer Henry J. Homer, Secretary George Tolman, and executive committee A G Fuller Samuel Hoar D W Emerson and Charles Walcott.
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Concord Antiquarian Society
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Henry J. Homer
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A. G. Fuller
Samuel Hoar
D. W. Emerson
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Discreet Silence on Money in Politics Cited
The Providence Journal notes that Mr Blaine’s bank account may have been drained by the last presidential campaign and suggests it was many times the $10 000 Cleveland contribution. It adds that officeholder gifts would be similarly odious and urges Blaine to silence on money in politics.
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Cleveland
James G. Blaine
Providence Journal
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Maine election seen as harbinger of November victory
The New York World remarks that Maine’s weaker plurality this year contrasts with four years ago but notes Cleveland still surged to victory in 1884. The paper suggests the Maine result foreshadows broader GOP gains, while conceding nothing certain about November outcomes.
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Maine
Tribune
Cleveland
Maine Defections Mirror 1884 Political Lines
The Springfield Republican notes no cyclone of fear from free trade in Maine. Voters remain divided along party lines, with defections balanced by gains on the opposite side, and positions similar to four years ago.
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United States
Maine
Springfield Republican
The Two Letters Compared in Campaign Debate
A New York Herald editorial contrasts Mr. Cleveland and Mr. Harrison letters praising Democratic action while accusing Harrison of muddled reasoning. It notes Cleveland writes freely and forcefully, Harrison constrained by weak facts and unclear ideas, and criticizes his attempt to recycle last year’s arguments.
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Harrison
N. Y
No Sympathy With the Chicago Platform
Minnesota Republicans reject free trade as a sole policy. They support tariff reform to protect home industries and acknowledge protection can be reformed. The party condemns the Chicago platform while affirming gradual, reform-minded tariff policy.
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Chicago
Minnesota
Republican Organization
Republican Party
St. Paul Pioneer Press
Clear on the Tariff Question and Labor Protection
The Philadelphia Times argues that President Cleveland remains committed to a tariff policy that protects American labor. It portrays his tariff stance as a defense against monopolies, emphasizing that protection benefits workers by ensuring fair wages and reducing burdens from high taxes.
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James L. Greer
Memphis
Cleveland
Philadelphia
Cleveland's Uncompromising Honesty and the Jackson Parallel
The Herald notes President Cleveland risks political pushback for reviving a dormant issue and pursuing reform against monopolies and corruption. It argues his steadfast honesty will endure, echoing Andrew Jackson, and predicts a decisive vindication that strengthens the party's future leadership and power.
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Jackson
Tax collector Prout case prompts action by town
Pittsfield officials told Prout’s bondsmen he has not fully settled last year's tax levy and warned a suit may be filed in the town's name if not resolved. Bondsmen, learning little from Prout, plan a sub committee to investigate and confer further on the matter.
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Pittsfield
Various Oddities and Local Notes From a Distant Era
A collage of quirky items and brief anecdotes from daily life. Claims range from speculators in fruit to a long speech by an ex-Governor, shifting opinions on oysters, a ninety volume Japanese novel, and cable cars in Boston. Reports touch on health, crime, humor, science, and curiosities, including a Scotsman fined for bagpipes, a milkman joke, and a massive six foot water snake discovery.
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Boston
New York
Smoking Out the Forgeries in Cobden Club Funds
London dispatch decries a fake English Iron Era claim cited in a U S campaign circular. The Cobden Club is alleged to raise money for US free trade propaganda, with Lord Brassey donating £1000 and others giving smaller sums. The piece notes no public record confirms such a fund and cites divided views on free trade benefits for England.
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Evening Post
English Iron Era
States
Cobden Club
United States
Lord Brassey
England
Congredien
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