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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1888
Page
4
The notice lists subscription prices for Tex Darty Guone Oge per month and year, and Tae Serpar Gtone By mail for annual rates. It shows The Weekly Guost by mail price and mentions Postage prepaid and a Boston postal entry as second class matter.
To old and new subscribers who send one dollar before January 1 1889. Secure five subscribers at one dollar each and each will receive The Weekly Globe until January 1890 while the proposer gets an extra copy free to that date. Renew early to maximize value and avoid December rush. Send for samples and club forms to The Weekly Globe Boston Mass.
The Weekly Globe promises full coverage of President elect Harrison's inauguration and condensed reports on Republican actions. It cautions that Republicans may act foolishly and make fatal mistakes, urging thorough posting of all statements and deeds in tariff reform and southern franchise issues.
A conspicuous notice at Nonantum Worsted Co in Newton Mass dated Nov 16 1888 offers every employee a one year subscription to a tariff reform daily that supports American wars and protectionist policy. It urges Democrats to adopt a similar self defense plan to boost tariff reform votes for a Democratic president.
A Philadelphia editorial argues against naming babies after presidents noting such names may burden children. It concedes taste but suggests striking names aid fame and business, while also urging harmony with family surname and easy pronunciation. It cites President Cleveland’s altered name as example of improving public reception.
The author argues against middle initials, suggesting single given names suffice. If surnames are common, use uncommon given names. if surnames are distinctive, common given names work. This approach aims for individuality and avoids the nuisance of middle initials.
The article reports that Cleveland received more votes than Harrison by about 100000 nationwide, with 110904 outside Colorado and Harrison’s lead there small. It argues for reform of laws that defeat the will of the majority in presidential elections.
Catherine Cole rails against bird hunting for plumage on hats after a Last Island visit. She notes birds are shot on the wing, killed, and skinned for millinery, with mates and young crying out. Protests from tourists grow as Florida’s bird slaughter threatens extinction.
The article lauds Grerek KennAn's expose of Russia's exile and prison system, claiming it reveals brutal tyranny, mass suffering, and a paralyzed economy. It argues the piece should prompt international sympathy and action to challenge the oppressive regime and protect global moral balance.
The article argues for American moral support to Russia amid harsh conditions in Siberia and speaks against the global inequities that deprive people of opportunities. It cites Ireland and Russia to claim united action and warns that protest alone may be insufficient, urging collective effort and self-help.
President Drev Etann leads Harrison by 100000 votes though GROvER did not win the election acknowledging the legal framework. Antrep M. Smulin of Norfolk sails to Brazil, citing civilization as a failure. Joan L. Sullivan challenges Jake Kilrath for 10000 with 5000 deposited as good faith. Mayor re election praised for steady service amid civic discourse.
A speaker recalls a dreamlike ascent to heaven with an angel guiding them and their son to a radiant city. The vision shows jewel houses and endless peace, but love for a departed earthly partner tempts the speaker to return. The angel warns of lost happiness if returning to mortal toil and sorrow. Isaak L HOTCHKISS.
A judge notes a grandmother’s portrait from 1830 and a man comments that a second painting must be the viewer’s venerated grandfather, highlighting a family gallery scene with humorous misrecognition.
A New Brunswick railroad manager, Cram, hosted a party in his private car. He drove the locomotive for 48 miles, tending the throttle and firing, while the fireman and engineer shared a feast in the private car.
A first class American watch kept well will last about 30 years or more while average low priced American watches endure about 10 years and Swiss equivalents about 7 years. Jewels largely determine life. American watch prices range from 35 to 500 dollars with the priciest being a split second minute register timing model. About 5600 watches are made daily in the United States.
For Christmas the piece argues that gifts reflecting the giver’s loving thought are superior. It emphasizes the value of personal consideration over costly items and celebrates the poet's view that heartfelt tokens carry true meaning.
A 19th century catalog of handmade Christmas gift ideas highlights chamois skin crafts, bead work, and linen items. It describes frames, card cases, needle books, lampmats, mirror frames, and bead bags with detailed sewing and decoration guidance, plus tips for men’s gift cases and clever uses of Japanese motifs and coin accents.
Pretty idea for a sunflower pin cushion uses brown velvet base with orange satin petals and a layered cardboard circle. Also describes a helmeted knitted cap for skaters and travelers, with brioche stitch crown, mixed yarn colors, and a six inch depth, plus a toboggan cap pattern and a simple travel basket project with eight drawstring bags.
A reference volume titled A Dictionary of American Politics edited by Dad Y presents concise entries on political terms figures and institutions. The compiled work offers quick definitions and context for readers seeking overview rather than deep analysis.
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