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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1886
Page
8
Portsmouth Ohio September 28 John Sherman opened the Ohio campaign meeting, denouncing Democrats for war opposition and fraud. He linked Lincoln and Grant measures to Republican policy, condemned Cleveland's rise to presidency, and argued for loyalty to the Union and strong national power.
A long political discourse defends Republican protectionism and labor policy while denouncing Democratic false pretenses and anti labor stance. It argues Republicans expanded revenue, industrial growth, and farmer protection, contrasting with Democratic alleged disregard for workers. The speaker cites tariffs, homestead, arbitration, and education as core aims, urging protection, cooperation, and fair wages.
The Boston Herald recounts Colonel Greene as suave yet forceful when challenged. A man demanding who wrote an article provokes a confrontation. Greene grabs him by the neck, boots him down stairs, and the intruder vows to return.
A provocative column asserts Pearline users face no social constraints at work, challenging era expectations about women and leisure. The piece argues fashion and domestic roles shift under modern routines, spotlighting gender norms and consumer culture.
Superintendent Small suspended Captain Ford from duty for neglect of duty and conduct unbecoming an officer. Lieutenant Emer J. son takes command of Division 11 pending a Thursday hearing. Ford, on the force since 1862, is noted as a highly regarded officer with a longtime service record.
Bernard J Conway of Fall River a former Representative to the State Legislature convention from the eighth Bristol district died yesterday afternoon at his residence after a lingering illness of consumption. He was about 80 years old and unmarried formerly employed as a spinner in mills but blacklisted during the strike. He was nominated for Representative on the Democratic ticket in 1884 and elected and reelected the following year. He was a prominent candidate for reelection this year.
In Cincinnati rail workers demand higher pay from 190 to 28 a day sparking a localized strike on the Cincinnati Washington Baltimore Ohio Mississippi and Cincinnati Flarmilion Devyton lines. Some lines show small raises while others report no strike yet amid heavy business.
In New York on September 28 the Irving Hall Democratic executive committee adopted resolutions urging a merger of the three local Democratic organizations to coordinate efforts for the upcoming fall campaign.
The Philadelphia Times reports John H. Haverly, once bankrupt, shaping a comeback in managing theater ventures and secretly building wealth to develop Cheltenham Beach near Chicago. He aims to use half a million dollars or more for hotels, a cafe, a pier, and steamboats with free admission to draw crowds.
Philadelphia Time recalls the famed senatorial circle around Thurman Edmunds and Roscoe Conkling. The informal gatherings in a committee room, the endless tea, and policy talks forged close ties as party rivals paused. With Thurman’s era ended, remnants like Edmunds mourn departed figures as he invites Garland back to recount those splendors.
The Brooklyn Union notes that all Democratic members of the select congressional committee to investigate the telephone scandal except Oates of Alabama were not renominated. It argues the retirements reflect broader issues, not the telephone reports, and cites Speaker Carlisle’s difficulty in assembling capable committee members who had distinguished themselves or earned renomination.
The Baltimore American debates whether Dr Francis Wharton, examiner of claims for the State Department and an expert on international law, should resign. Observers note his ~3500 yearly pay with a small extra from a side appropriation. Democrats across the spectrum urge resignation to harmonize views after the Cutting case.
Democratic leaders coalesce around Andrew and Douglas as state ticket leaders for the coming election. Grinnell and Mayor Russell hint at stepping aside if stronger names emerge while Andrew seeks endorsement, party unity, and independent support before the convention.
Frederick O Prince explains he is not a candidate for governor. He urges the Democratic State convention to nominate a dynamic young leader aligned with progressive principles, commending the current administration’s broad public support and urging intelligent, patriotic support for the party’s Commonwealth governance.
Ex Senator Charles S Randall of New Bedford withdraws from the race for Congress in the first district. Randall confirms the move after last night’s caucuses in Fall River. The New Bedford Standard notes the contest was civil, and the district desires to honor Dr Davis with a third term despite Randall’s earlier strength.
William Murray, last year’s National Greenback Labor party candidate for Lieutenant Governor, criticizes George E. McNeill as a labor reformer for revenue only. Murray recalls McNeill’s shifts among Republicans, independents, and Democrats, plus Knights of Labor ties, arguing McNeill cannot endorse Sumner and is moving to back McNeill’s gubernatorial bid early in September.
Narrator notes Philip J. Doherty a lawyer and Democrat who served as the Knights of Labor paid attorney last year in the Legislature. Carlton is described as a tool of McNeill. The speaker claims no favors from Carlton, stating that he refused to endorse Sumner last year.
Erroneous attributions blame bad management for BatesSouthbridge failure. Paige remained neutral, with little to do in the contest. Democrats of the fifth district set their convention for Oct 18 at Central Square Cambridge. Middlesex senatorial district event planned for Oct 14 in Somerville at 6 p m.
A special Senate sub-committee on foreign relations investigating the fishery question gathers in Boston at Tremont House. Edmunds of Vermont Saulsbury of Delaware Frye of Maine Morgan of Alabama arrive. Evarts injured in a runaway accident. No session held yet due to lack of a quorum.
The Treasury Department ends the 1877 privilege allowing unpermitted cargo to remain on the wharf up to 48 hours after final discharge. From Oct 1, importers must clear goods, or risk sending them to the general order store. The collector expresses regret and notes higher costs and delays, while importers criticize the move as economy driven.
Samuel G. Snelling is named clerk in the gilding department of the State prison, succeeding Hathaway the Fall River embezzler. Union prayer meeting at Reformed Episcopal Church at 8 15 led by Rev O P Gifford. Case of James Donohue alias John Bull and Josephine Donohue for kidnapping attempt continued to Sept 50 1886. Frank rn O Hara and other fishmongers charged with short lobsters. test case sent to Superior Court after a $100 fine appeal. Endicott met Judge Devens in Boston. equity court proceedings noted. A chorus dancer from Princess Ida fell from a window at Globe Theatre, minor injuries. Boston Consolidated Railroad announces Sunday service Charlestown to Franklin Park with 3 to 8 cent fares. Union Spring Company dined at Young's. railroad directors met and dined at Young's. Police seek Murphy and Lynch who escaped Deer Island. Real estate sales in Cambridge: Windorses and others sold for several thousand dollars. several parcels listed to J C McCready and Henry Bolton. Special Officers arrest Mary Manning for receiving $300 in stolen goods from Converse House. Gambling raid at 41 Hanover street. table and chips seized. another raid at 35 Hanover street with loot taken. One man escaped through a window.
A Pennsylvania office holder notes trouble for ex speaker Sam Randall in his Philadelphia district as Republicans withhold nomination to see if Democrats split the vote over Randall tariff views. A divided GOP could still back a candidate to win. The Republican congressional committee is examining the situation.
Henry E. Dixey and friends met John L. Sullivan near the Coleman House on Broadway last week. Sullivan, with his manager, offered to settle a dispute he believed arose on the other side, vowing to make Jem Smith pay for any slight. The exchange ended with a dramatic handshake and a promise of retaliation.
The Philadelphia Times notes Republican arithmeticians estimate Prohibition may secure 65,000 votes with 70 percent from Republicans and 30 percent from Democrats. They project a net Republican loss of 16,000 votes and Beaver’s majority not under 40,000 based on returns.
The Baltimore Sun notes Mrs. Folsom’s stay at the White House as likely lasting longer than a brief visit. She is praised as a model mother in law who does not interfere with courtship or honey moon. Remarkably she rides with her back to the horses, defying some mothers in law who doubted this until they saw it. The President has not discussed his mother’s pies with Mrs. Cleveland.
Dr. Aubrey of London addressed Lancaster citizens on the Irish question in British politics. He travels to Canada and the Western States delivering a series of talks. A Gladstonian candidate in the July general election, he combines thorough knowledge with forceful presentation.
About 200 mechanics work day and night at the Massachusetts Mechanics' Charitable Association building on Huntington avenue preparing for the Bay State Agricultural Society cattle show and fair October 5 to 8. Notable entries include Lady de Jarnette with Jubilee de Jarnetie, Woodlawn, Fashion, Wedrewood stallion, and other colts. no speaking at the fair but concerts by Baldwin's Cadet and Reeves' American band. The Women’s Educational and Industrial Union will exhibit jelly lines and silk culture displays tracing New England work in 1835 and 1850.
At a regular meeting the Somerville board received the resignation of Ward 3 councilman E. B. Sears. The water board sought an additional appropriation of 82500. The school committee requested more space at the Forster school. A hearing was held on Charlestown Gas Co petition to erect poles on Washington street for electric light wires. It was voted to contract J H Coon & Co Boston to build two schoolhouses for 21600 and Morris Buttimer to lay a sewer in Lowell Hinckley and other streets for 2268.
Critics praise the Boston Post for its eight page seven column layout and stylish new appearance. Readers find the paper brighter and more engaging while retaining its mission to inform public opinion.
The piece argues that reliance on the Senate is justified by a strong Republican record including the 1371 reciprocal treaty. It notes a Republican administration negotiated it, a Republican Senate with a large majority ratified it, and a Republican House under James G. Blaine enacted necessary legislation.
A historical notice states that Murdock's Liquid Food is recognized in Europe and the United States and endorsed by national medical societies after examinations of its value. It references essays read before the British Medical Association in Brighton 1886 and the American Medical Association in Richmond Virginia, noting hospital results and support from A. L. Murdock’s free hospitals over four years.
An advertisement extols Murdock's Liquid Food as a universal remedy for infants and marasmus, touting its life restoring power and tests cited from the American Institute of Homeopathy. It advises dosing, feeding adjustments for diarrhea, and cautions on overfeeding and taste changes. The notice ends mentioning the Surgical Staff at Surdock's Free Hospital for Women reviewing patients daily except Saturdays.
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