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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1888
Page
4
The New York Maritime Register proposes a consular convention between the United States and Great Britain to prevent annoyances faced by American and British shipowners. It notes ships in foreign ports lack full protection due to gaps in maritime and international law and calls the remedy simple and at hand.
The article notes opposition critique of the Treasury Secretary for buying bonds at a premium while Republican rhetoric calls for government purchases at higher premiums. It contrasts General Harrison’s plan to use surplus revenues to corner government securities with Fairchild’s cautious approach amid tax reduction resistance, arguing his stance is not clearly detrimental.
The New York Tribune highlights a supposed revolt from free trade in New York State aiming to oppose President Cleveland. It cites inaccuracies in listing opponents and notes a Buffalo granite worker with nine Cleveland busts, used as example of political shouting. The piece labels such tactics as a final election resort by the Blaine Harrison faction.
Gloucester Daily Times argues retaliation in kind cannot deter Canada. It contends Canadian fleets need no U S ports for shelter or repairs and that denying clam bait sales to Canadians would be a minor blow. The piece suggests the Times' view deserves Senate regard despite criticism.
The passage laments Mr Blaine’s campaign talk and mocks Poland Spring waters as a possible influence on his thinking. It notes his uncertain views after leaving Carnegie’s coach and questions his grasp of American workers’ conditions and interests. The tone suggests satire of his energy and rhetoric.
The article warns that Blather may craft sensational misrepresentations for a Western tour to appeal to farmers distrustful of trusts. It suggests delaying the Western trip in the campaign and fears a late expose could harm the Republican party's image. It notes magnetism succumbs to cold reason in politics.
Washington dispatches explain a substitute tariff bill faces delay as Senator Hiscock and Auxison push the measure through the Senate Finance Committee. The three leaders warn it may fail to win majority or party support amid secrecy and trial drafts tied to the Chicago platform.
An American correspondent assesses Germany's military setup, arguing the regime tilts toward non pacific aims despite peace assurances. He notes Germany's army is a stronger but heavier machine than Russia, stressing a need for decisive activity to prevent disorganization, while cautioning about over reliance on machinery.
The article reports on a Congressional inquiry into tariff policy. It defends the Democratic Ways and Means approach, countering claims that labor is harmed or that protection benefits workers, and details comparative labor costs in the United States and England across textiles and footwear.
A London Telegraph discussion on whether marriage is a failure. Readers including an American Democrat and an Anglo Indian offer views on finances, snobbery, and divorce norms, with tales of couples, debt, and reform proposals.
In Boston, tributes recall William Warren as a familiar yet retiring figure of the stage era. He frequented Revere House, Parker House, Tremont House, and Braman's baths with actor friends, valued gentle exercise, and showed rare kindness to children on stage. He declined a benefit plaque to honor Edwin Booth and Lawrence Barrett, preferring modesty in his waning years.
A clergyman narrator questions whether marriage failures exist and critiques the idea that the fault lies with those who do not live by the ideal in the old marriage service. He notes Mona Cairn has few middle class followers in England and offers reflections on domestic ideals.
The European edition in Paris criticizes demagogues like Blain and Gladstone or Crispi for hypnotizing public opinion to their ends, while the New York American edition approves of Mr. Guastonr and his Home Rule scheme, prompting questions about the journal's divergent stances.
James P Arrington a cutlery dealer operating at 863 and 791 Washington Street in this city and Providence has assigned his liabilities. The assets total about 3800 with nominal assets around 1000.
Report of a Saturday night torchlight parade in Indianapolis where about 11 000 men formed lines representing city trades and industries. Observers note strong union participation, tariff reform groups, and cross party changes, with Republicans and reformers influencing local views and national party tactics.
In 1878 Boston Journal of Commerce editorial, Herbert Radclyffe urged free wool as a path to cheaper clothing and expanded exports, signaling a revival in American trade. Now as Home Market Club secretary he allegedly distributes red flags and forged quotes to sway voters against free wool, claiming British influence.
A New York Herald Indication note says Mr. Blaine will address a large gathered audience soon. It claims he will bring a displayed item described as the “political revolution” from Maine, prompting a call to prepare microscopes for examination.
The Philadelphia Record in Indiana argues that the Senate majority is crippled by crass stupidity not luck, and that Republican caucuses to trap the President will backfire as they are first to fall into any pit they dig.
The New York Times notes that senators who preferred the exclusion bill to reach the President to embarrass him now bear responsibility for defeating the treaty through their amendments. It falls to the President to decide how to apply a replacement bill to lift treaty restrictions.
The piece urges the Senate to briefly reassess the President's message and its immediate impact on the nation. It praises President Cleveland's appeal to Congress to defend national dignity against Canadian mistreatment, notes Maine's Republican lean, and warns against risky actions that could jeopardize other states.
The Home Market Club is urged to study Senator Sherman’s free trade lecture praising tariff preferences. The Ohio senator argues free trade with the Dominion will boost New England manufacturing by exchanging raw inputs for finished goods and expanding markets in Mexico and Central America.
The town mourns William Warren a trusted stock company actor who spent five of seven years in the area. Known for deft comedic range from high comedy to broad farce he stood as a humane respected figure with gentle life and charitable acts. After a long illness he passed away leaving universal affection and quiet esteem across neighbors and colleagues.
A collage of brief vignettes covers lighter social quips, marriage import talk, and ship and canal projects. Notes on a Swedish marriage scheme, a gypsy king petition, a French immovable boy, and Floridian fever rumors sit alongside clever banter about love, hats, and a politician’s visit.
The marble for Lenox palace is being quarried nearby by Westinghouse of air-brake fame. It is expected to cost millions when completed. W. D. Hoard, Republican candidate for Wisconsin governor, was born in New York and has lived in Wisconsin since 1857. He served in the national army and later pursued farming, stock raising and journalism, and remains a poor man.
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