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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1892
Page
1
In Washington the free coinage bill faced a battle with Missouri's Bland denouncing a circular by Ohio's Harter as bulldozing. Harter defended open information for farmers while Bland pressed for business interests. The session touched on Indian affairs, British arbitration, and Behring Sea policy as the President issued a seal waters proclamation.
Washington reports a pension law flaw where soldiers killed in battle and later treated as deserters cannot grant pensions to widows or heirs due to lack of an honorable discharge. The House invalid pensions committee favors an amendment to fix this. Also notes support for pensions for army nurses and a proposed rate equalization bill for partially disabled veterans, but no action taken.
In the Senate on Wednesday Mr Peffer offered resolutions for the death of Senator Plumb of Kansas and delivered a tribute. Dr Morrill noted the Senate’s rarity in deaths and recalled Plumbs strong energy and broad investigations. Hale praised his vast service on the appropriation committee and his impact on many debates. Other senators joined in eulogies and the resolutions were adopted before adjournment.
Washington reports the Behring sea dispute as the main topic at today’s cabinet session. No change in the situation is expected until Lord Salisbury acts on a draft arbitration treaty submitted earlier. The government plans to speed Senate consideration with a communication via apple. No update on Salisbury’s response and the sealing season remains uncertain.
Gov Hoag calls an extra Texas session on March 14 to fill Chilton seat, with Mills as a candidate. If Congress shifts to tariff bills soon, Mills risks home campaign obligations and a tougher path against the Democratic House leadership. Some Democrats note a shift in opposition to the tariff plan and Mills may refrain from contesting the party line to avoid political backlash.
Washington February meeting gathers Foster Teller Aldrich and other public men to discuss a compromise toward an international monetary conference. plans involve free coinage and possible passage of the silver bill, with Bland and Holman signaling caucus actions on silver and tariff issues.
Washington on February 19 reports of United States Minister Reid resigning are denied by the State Department. Reid is said to remain in diplomatic service until a reciprocity treaty between France and the United States is concluded.
In Washington on February 17 the foreign relations committee reported favorably a Perkins joint resolution urging the President to return 21 U S Battle flags stored at West Point to Mexico. The measure passed while another Quay resolution to study talks with Mexico was postponed.
A guide for young artists outlines classic proportion norms. Eight heads tall for an adult, thigh-to-thigh line marks the middle, full arm span equals body height, knees mid between thigh line and heel, elbows reach head level when standing, and foot length matches the head from crown to chin.
R G Dun weekly review reports uneven business, with shrinking demand in iron, weak bar iron and finished goods, dull coal, steady boots and shoes, and improving wool and cotton goods. It notes speculative money affecting exports and hints at distrust from free silver talk, while freight and copper markets hold steadier prices.
The ways and means committee voted along party lines to favorably report the Springer free wool bill the Bryan free binding twine bill and the Turner bill placing cotton ties cotton bagging and machinery for manufacturing on the free list. Adjournment set for tomorrow before a potential barley duty reduction report.
At a Chamber of Commerce meeting composed of leading butter cheese and egg dealers a resolution was adopted to oppose actions by the classification committee of the Central Traffic Association. They fear new rules will disrupt established free checks and raise costs for shippers receivers and consumers. A three member committee was appointed to present the matter for consideration and a copy of the resolutions was sent to the Central Traffic Association.
New York reports 251 U S failures and 48 in Canada this seven day period, totaling 299. This compares with 276 last week and 319 the prior week, reflecting year over year totals of 456 U S failures and 34 Canadian failures.
Washington February 16 Dr C W Macune national lecturer of the Farmers Alliance argued before the House agriculture committee in favor of the Hatch anti option bill He said futures dealing horned the consumer frightened the capitalist and cheated the producer He believed the bill would curb manipulative future dealers and keep spot sales low Mr Roan of the National Stange opposed saying farmers object to waste sale of products not owned by the seller and to price control He noted population growth outpacing wheat and rising use of rye and corn Hearings will continue tomorrow
News from Mexico City reports the postmaster general is seriously ill amid rumors that US Mexico reciprocity talks have broken off. Officials say negotiations are merely suspended for counterproposals as both nations seek a mutual, solid understanding in commerce and politics. Guatemala dispatch notes worsening business, many failures, and an impending financial crisis.
Ottawa reports Canadian authorities will reinforce quarantine against cattle from the United States amid Britain’s cattle restrictions on Denmark. The move aims to protect Canadian stock and prevent border smuggling or movement that could threaten local herds.
Reports from Illinois warn that late February rains and a hard freeze damaged the wheat, though early sown grain seems less hurt. Mexico hints that reciprocity with the United States remains unlikely, with talks paused since December over cereals. The US seeks tariff relief on wheat, corn, and flour, while Britain notes informal U S Canada talks and Brazil’s willingness unclear.
Yokoyama February 16 report says the general electoral campaign for Japanese representatives to replace the dissolved chamber is heated. Riots and disturbances occur in Saga on Kyushu and Tosa on Shikoku, with feared loss of life amid the unrest.
A regional combine of anthracite operators in Hazelton Pennsylvania announces monthly wages for about 30 000 miners starting March 1 after a two week pay cycle. Workers fear loss of timely pay and protection against store credit debts amid pressure from operators and political implications.
Hyde Park Gazette editor Moseley reports a two chair bootblacking stand behind Qld South church run by two colored men. A white customer waited while a colored bootblack shined in the other chair. the white man left without paying, but the workers said they extend courtesies to the profession. One bootblack is described as a professional of standing from another street.
An excited passenger on the Southern railroad tells the conductor his wife lost her bonnet out of the window about half an hour ago. The conductor suggests backing up the train to sight the bonnet.
An Albany report outlines leaders planning a new party named the State Democracy in 19th century New York. They aim to extend a Saratoga platform, back Grover Cleveland, and convene a state convention by May with officers including Edward Murphy Jr and George M. Beebe.
The Toledo Weekly Blade reports 27 781 replies from across the nation on Republican presidential preference. Totals by region show Blaine leading with 17 844, Harrison 10 103, McKinley 1 512, plus scattering. Second-choice tallies shift support as Blaine withdraws.
Grand Forks North Dakota February 19 The State Democratic convention to choose delegates to the national convention has been called for March 24 in Grand Forks. The early date reflects a Cleveland faction plan in the Northwestern States to hold early conventions.
A New York factional split over the Cleveland issue emerges as a 50 member delegation travels to Albany for a midwinter conference while Fairchild predicts a second State convention may form. He argues Cleveland holds broad base versus Hill faction backing.
A New Jersey movement unites Democrats who favor Grover Cleveland for the presidency. Prominent nonpoliticians met at Taylor's Hotel in Jersey City to organize the Cleveland Democratic Association of New Jersey, appoint temporary officers, and plan extensive campaign work to send Cleveland delegates to state and national conventions.
Hartowerrs March 18. Fred E F Beane secretary of the Democratic State committee issues a letter to Maine Democrats. A meeting at the Augusta House on March 2 discusses changing how delegates at large are chosen with the State convention held after the national convention. Round trip tickets are arranged with Maine Central railroad for early March travel. Also notes post New York conference views on Senator Hill and party strategy amid looming national convention debates.
The conference committees of the Foster and McEnery factions agree to submit the two Baton Rouge nominated state officer tickets to a white Democrat primary. The ticket with the most votes becomes the regular Democratic ticket for the April general election, the other to withdraw. A state central committee will replace the rival bodies. The committees plan to meet again as ratification seems likely.
Indianapolis Feb 17. Cleveland supporters claim a scheme by Hill followers to capture the state delegation after it becomes clear Gray cannot be nominated. Hill's friends deny a formal arrangement but believe the ticket may be Hill and Gray.
In St Paul the Democratic State central committee set March 81 as the convention date to choose delegates to Chicago. Most members backed Cleveland with Boies as second choice, and the State will likely send a solid Cleveland delegation.
New York Herald editorial links a recent great sun spot with a concurrent terrestrial cyclone across North America. It notes brilliant auroras and magnetic storms, Vesuvius activity, and tropical-like storms over the Atlantic, urging systematic research into sun earth relations amid rising sunspot activity.
A phonetic guide lists pronunciation for a variety of words including morceau morceaux mor-ga-nutic mor-i-bund Morpheus Morphine Mosenthal municipal and municipal and other complex terms with notes on syllable stresses and vowel sounds.
A portrait of Joseph Cook and his wife in their Boston home on Beacon Hill and Cliff Seat at Ticonderoga. The feature details their hospitality, study rooms filled with books and portraits, travel tales with India and Japan, and Cook’s reformist zeal.
New York February 19. A builders strike led by Downey now involves about 1000 carpenters and related trades at sites including 59th street and 5th Avenue and the Hotel Wolderof. The dispute centers on Downey’s refusal to pay cabinetmakers cabinet wages and to treat them as carpenters, prompting cabinetmakers to switch to carpentry and accept lower pay. If unresolved, about 1200 workers may join.
The House subcommittee led by McCreary and Chipman reached a draft expressing sympathy for Russian Hebrews and urging Russia to ease recently issued decrees. An amendment was added urging the U S government to press Moscow to mitigate the decrees.
A New York Herald note urges a female inventor to devise a simple portable contrivance like a trousers stretcher to prevent skirt bagginess at the knees. It praises fame and national support for the inventor while highlighting the impracticality of current sheath skirts when sitting.
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