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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1888
Page
4
The remark highlights how perceived inaction reflects poorly on the principal figure and his aides, shaping public opinion against them and reinforcing a narrative of ineffective leadership. The quote underscores accountability gaps and the social impact of stalled decision making.
Henry L Bowpircu argues that a strong national sanitary authority is needed to prevent epidemics like yellow fever, praising the old national board of health and urging Congress to reestablish it with broad powers. He cites Jacksonville and a Boston relief bureau, urging citizen action and aid to Jacksonville victims.
Saturday Evening Gazette accuses the Post of misrepresenting Mr. Lone on tariff views while citing his Republican convention remarks. It contrasts Lone’s 1884 call for high tariffs or free list with his 1888 push to repeal internal revenue taxes, arguing the paper’s charges are foolish.
The article weighs Conservative and Unionist leadership prospects. It notes no current plan to create a peer of Mr W. H. Smith, questions Lord Hartington’s return, and considers Lord Randolph Churchill as the sole viable successor, though his past independence complicates re admission to party confidence.
London punters blame police inefficiency for Whitechapel killings and demand Henry Matthews resign. Critics say the home secretary has shown timidity and failed to restore public confidence, though the police, while criticized, are largely well run and could rebound with stronger leadership.
A Senate Ways and Means clash over tariff revision, with Democrats accusing Republicans of deliberate delay. The piece notes the Senate bill’s slow progress, factions within both parties, and calls out political maneuvering while contrasting proposed surplus reduction plans led by SPOONER, PLUMB, FRYE, HOAR, MILLS, and RANDALL.
The piece notes the library’s 33rd anniversary since laying the corner stone on Boylston Street, detailing growth from about 22 000 volumes to over 140 000 across eight branches. It argues for a new site with space for future expansion and stresses focus on utility over ornament, praising trustees and leaders while cautioning on costs.
The piece rails at fraudulent "quota tions" from London papers cited by Home Market Club and tariff groups. It notes repeated denials by Everett P. Wrexver and others, recounts past Post criticisms, and accuses Advertiser of distorting quotes to paint reformers as forgers while defending itself for indirection.
The Post defends accusations of forged quotes tied to the Times and Spectator while tracing circulators to the Home Market Club and other GOP organs. The Inter Ocean, Advertiser, Tribune, Mail and Express, and Boston committee are cited as distributing or endorsing the fraudulent quotations to influence voters before the election.
Former Boston Herald editor E B Haskell responds to A J C Sowdon s circular urging Independents to back Grover Cleveland. He praises Cleveland as patriotic and capable, criticizes Republicans for campaign dishonesty, and urges another drubbing of the party while noting civil service reform remains imperfect. Boston September 15 1888.
The Scottish papers say Mr Carmair should follow his friend Blaine and return to high protection rather than spend on free trade. He stays at Cluny Castle in old-time laird fashion with guests greeted by loud pipers at dawn and meals. Carneal must pay the piper for pauper labor.
The Home Market Club is to explain why it circulated forged quotations from London papers about President Cleveland and free trade. It promises early attention to the matter, likely after the election, per the Providence Journal.
The Springfield Republican notes that the New York Mail and Express criticizes Governor Oliver Ames as honest and capable yet acknowledges money's strong influence in Republican nominations. It highlights the recent state convention in Boston where money and canvassing tactics dominated and disturbed public virtue.
A vivid chronicle of hopeful ticket buyers awaiting the Symphony Orchestra season opening. The long line, filled with a diverse mix of colored ex-coachmen Irish travelers and messengers, endures rain and time as the first sales begin. The crowd's varied fortunes unfold with robbing, scarcity, and small victories for the messenger boys.
In Boston flags mark the 258th anniversary of the settlement, inviting reflection on the city’s history beyond separate parts. The piece notes Trimontane’s origin,_Blackstone’s role, and the evolving name Tremont while praising the Public Library cornerstone, and the early Latin school on School Street with Pormort and other masters shaping education.
Shipyard at Port Richmond prepares the steel cruiser Baltimore for launching Saturday morning. The vessel is expected to reach nineteen knots under steam and will feature modern warfare equipment. Mrs. Wilson of Washington will christen the ship, wife of T. D. Wilson, chief naval constructor.
Politically charged critique notes overblown praise for Maine saving the Republican cause. Nathaniel McKay's two month England poverty tale is waved by the New York World as a proof slip. Critics warn against foreign influence in American politics and tariff debates.
August Lewis argues that lowering tariffs on hat materials would boost demand and employment by enabling cheaper, higher quality hats. The piece notes Erie district politics, nominating prospects for Professor James Burns, and critiques Millionaire Culbertson’s election boasts. The New York Times mentions Blaine’s quiet project, a revolution history or telegraph office study, and canvassing lists.
George C. Gorham, a staunch Republican, pledges influence for Cleveland’s election. He says the Republican contest favors Blaine and his millionaire backers, while Democrats back Cleveland who is accused of unmanly crimes but never betrays party measures. The New York Herald notes Gorham’s views echo Roscoe Conkling’s style if alive.
Mr William Carson offers $10000 to be held by Governor Rusk for disabled ex soldiers of the Rebellion if three Wisconsin Republican judges decide President Cleveland's tariff message proves free trade. The proposal aims to test tariff theories with a formal judicial ruling.
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