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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1891
Page
4
The record lists 589,938 dollars for seven months in 1800 and 10,697,703 dollars for the same period in 1891. The figures compare revenue or expenditures across these periods, highlighting a substantial rise by 1891.
An analysis of Treasury data shows little real trade lift from McKinley tariffs. Imports rise mostly in tin plate and free goods like sugar and coffee, while duties fail to curb many imports. Exports gain due to raw cotton and wheat, questions raised about tariff effect.
The Board of Aldermen considers authorizing a 2.55 million loan for permanent improvements and public works. Advocates urge restraint to avoid increasing net debt, while supporters note prior gains in permanent improvements without raising net debt. A limit of 500 thousand is proposed to cap expenditures this year.
A Boston observer recalls an Italian colony parade with mounted police and bands near North End. He muses on Boston’s old quarter, Paul Revere’s home site, and a faded pillbox inscription about travel and headaches. He then ponders dinner etiquette and the cross Atlantic idea of a progressive dinner seen in Avanta.
The Democratic State Committee calls for joint campaign debates in the state arguing past refusals harmed the Republican campaign. It notes Governor Russell’s openness to discussion and contends Governor Allen should not reject the proposal, as excuses from Allen’s managers have diminished.
A Birmingham iron merchant reports seeing buttons stamped American tin with McKinley bust, claiming Welsh production for badges worn in Ohio. He asserts Welsh mills overproduced before the McKinley tariff, which did not shut them down entirely, and notes Welsh-made badges are marketed as American tin.
The Tennessee Legislature adjourned without action on the convict lease issue, leaving the mining district under control of rough militias that toppled civil authority during the armistice. The tense situation risks renewed riotous acts as the militia presence and governors’ promise loom over Briceville and related areas.
The passage criticizes the State for not enforcing the law effectively and for missing the chance to remove the exciting cause of disturbance while improving the penal system by replacing ineffective commanding officers. The commentary voices disappointment at the lost opportunity for meaningful reform.
Bishop H M Turner urged negroes to leave for Africa and build a new nation there. Frederick Douglass opposed colonization, arguing negros can improve their lives here. The text endorses Douglass, noting Liberia’s failures in intellect morality and finances.
Norwood owner Mr. Norman L. Munro complains after two men from another yacht, aboard by invitation of its builder, witness a machinery mishap on his steam yacht. He denies fault but seeks to know their presence, a troubling note for a prominent yachtsman.
A letter to the editor cites statistics from a major city girls school on pupil numbers and deaths over five years. It reports average enrolment around 952, with five-year death total including diphtheria cases, typhoid fever, consumption, heart disease, brain trouble, and an unknown cause, estimating a death rate near one fifth of one percent. It also mentions the old school building and ventilation, plus a long street-boundary description of the district.
The St Paul Minnesota School Board announces city schools will be closed due to excessive heat on September 22. This weather disruption affects all grade levels and day programs across the district.
The Mansfield address by Mr Mills drew attention in Washington where the Washington Star posits a Mills Cleveland alliance. The two men are described as aligned in vision for the Republic, a theory engaging many Democrats across the country.
Mr Fassett discusses his appointment to the collectorship and his nomination. He says he obeyed his President when commanded and that party edict was supreme. If he named the President and party his spelling would reveal a single syllable.
The Springned Republican argues that free passes to legislators constitute bribes. It asserts that legislators who accept such passes take bribes and urges the people to reject bribeable favors from corporations or individuals seeking influence in the General Court.
The blood stained hand of ex Headsman Clarkson appears in a circular from Ohio Republican managers to Washington clerks. The hand with its forceful reminder of a decapitating axe is said to frighten victims of partisan piracy into prompt and generous contributions.
England is said to be eyeing the Sandwich Islands with covetous interest and a polite but firm notice to John Ball declares no picnics are permitted upon those shores.
Mrs Benjamin Harrison and Mrs McKee plan a Friday visit to Lexington on Sept 26. Local citizens are notified and preparations are underway to greet the party with a cordial welcome. The itinerary includes the Buckman and Munroe Taverns and historic sites around town.
The three act farce The School mistress by Pinero will end its run at the Museum on Monday Oct 5 after a strong run. The temporary withdrawal of Mr Carleton is noted as he prepares another comedy for the Museum.
Twenty five men practice daily on campus for spots in the Brown University eleven. Limited time and funds hinder progress this year though rich material exists. A preparatory school trophy plan will seed future players. H Field and K A Thurston named to arrange inter scholastic details. Lindsey chosen captain with Adelaide Park grounds secured and Fred Parker to coach.
Assistant Secretary Crouse approved the choice of the High and Summer streets corner in Pawtucket Rhode Island as the site for a new public building. The agreed price is 24000 dollars and the deal was approved following a Treasury agent's recommendation.
The Democratic State Committee invites Republican leaders to joint public meetings with Governor Russell and Charles H. Allen to discuss state affairs and campaign issues. Republicans ponder acceptance amid claims Allen may decline, while Davis Wardwell and others schedule events across Massachusetts including Haverhill Amesbury Dedham and Quincy.
The Second Councillor District GOP nominated Colonel Edward W. Mitchell of Medfield for Councillor at a Boston Wes leyan Hall convention with 164 delegates present. Ballots showed close totals for Lovell, Rice, Savage, and Mitchell before Mitchell won 84 votes to 78 for Savage and 2 for Rice, amid calls to make the nomination unanimous and concerns over Bristol County’s influence and potential district closeness.
In Lowell on Sept 22 the Sixth District Republican Councillor Convention chose Charles F. Loring of Melrose as the candidate. An informal ballot showed Loring 93, Jefts 73, Evans 3. the nomination was unanimously approved. Loring predicted a 20,000 vote GOP State victory.
Secretary Foster issues a circular directing Treasury heads and bureaus to follow the United States Board on Geographic Names decisions for orthography of geographic names. All publication copy and letters must conform to the board standards.
The state treasurer received the property bequeathed by the late Benjamin Thompson of Durham for establishing a State agricultural college in Conconn New Hampshire. The transfer was receipted this afternoon by State Treasurer Carter.
Newport Sept 22 The case concerns Mary Bourne of Brookline and Newport who died in France Sept 3 1881 leaving a will dated Sept 30 1879. Executors Cotting and Rice faced questions over Rice’s two witness will validity and distribution to cousins and grand nieces nephews. The matter involves multiple international legatees including Countess Lannelos de Sartigue and Countess Lartigue Paris and Parker heirs from Boston and Dublin. The suit seeks guidance on whether Rice’s two witness will properly allocated Rice’s share and whether remaining property passes to Bourne residue heirs. The outcome hinges on execution timing and later Will in Cotting’s custody claiming full estate to Lloyd Bryce and his sister.
Morris M. Estes of California is likely to be the next Secretary of the Interior or Attorney General. President Harrison weighs Pacific Coast representation, with Estee’s name under consideration for the cabinet post. The option depends on Noble’s stance and Miller’s succession, reflecting California’s long-awaited presence at the president’s table. Estee, Chicago convention president and Pan-American Conference participant, is a Republican with a broad Pacific coast backing.
Senator Arthur B Breed of Lynn who represents the First Essex district and Miss Lizzie Lovejoy a former Lynn school teacher were married at noon today at Breed s Beacon Hill avenue home by Rev Walter Russel Breed of Concord Mass brother of the groom Only families and immediate relatives attended The couple will tour Niagara Falls and Washington remaining two weeks for their wedding trip
The Rev S D Burchard of New York author of Ruin Romanism and Rebellion is gravely ill at a Saratoga boarding house. He was prostrated with lumbago on Sunday and feared fatally ill. Yesterday he improved but today an intestinal obstruction worsened his condition and at 6 PM his sons were telegraphed he was failing and wished to see them.
Post Post Commander Z R Knowles and Mrs Mary E Knowles of Massachusetts visit Mrs C L Whepley in Washington. Mrs Diaz of Mexico may lead a women’s committee for the Chicago World’s Fair. Ann F E Graves of Battle Creek sits on the local school board and heads the Ladies’ Literary Association. Daly plans a permanent London theatre named Daly’s Theatre. Miss Emma Thursby’s illness following Alaska travel alarms friends. Nathan Abbott to join University of Michigan as law professor. Wellesley Club honors him with a dinner as he departs.
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