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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1884
Page
4
The Boston Breckly Globe warns readers that J T Jones, last known in Maine, is forbidden to solicit subscriptions to The Weekly Globe. No traveling agents exist. agents are stationed in nearly every town in the United States, and subscribers are advised to pay only to trusted contacts.
A campaign appeal urging all party labels to unite to overthrow Republican leaders and elect a people's President. It urges widespread reading of The Weekly Globe, expanding subscriptions as voter gain, and enlisting subscribers as agents with a half-dollar price through January 1885.
Subscription terms and mailing details for The Weekly GlLong including rates for one year and six copies, payment methods, address instructions, and rules about changes of residence and lost copies. Includes random political commentary clippings and editorials from various papers.
A tongue in cheek editorial proposes calling a dog fight a naval encounter to emphasize the engagement of barks. The playful analogy seeks ironic clearness by reclassifying a common urban nuisance as a maritime conflict.
The piece argues the GOP nomination at Chicago will likely favor General Arthur or Secretary Lincoln with Blaine, Logan, and Sherman as secondary possibilities. It notes Arthur's cross party support and potential third or fourth ballot path, while Lincoln attracts pro Lincoln delegates ready to seize a chance if presented.
A critical editorial denounces British press hysteria over dynamiters in London and condemns England for past atrocities. It argues U S. sympathy remains with victims and criticizes calls to hold America responsible for dynamiting in London. It cites Scotland Yard blasts and colonial war crimes as hypocrisy.
The piece argues Republicans routinely seat party members in contested House elections, while Democrats have recently disputed four cases. It highlights WALACE versus McKINLEY spelling rulings, the CHALMERS case involving J. R. Chamble s s misread as CHAM BLESS, and criticizes partisan consistency. It also notes the Chicago Convention and boomers seeking support for Blaine Arthur Logan.
The article quotes an officer alleging heavy Arab casualties and claims British forces killed wounded enemies, contrasting with Britain’s supposed horror at police station bombings. It frames a narrative of brutal retaliation in a colonial conflict and questions English ethics amid war.
The New York Sun notes General Butler is candid about his presidential ambitions and policy stances. It discusses his cross‑party nominations, Democratic opposition in Massachusetts, and doubts about his Chicago prospects, while praising his independence and potential as a reform candidate.
Memorial Day observations recount veterans marching through city streets bearing flowers for graves of those who died defending the nation. The piece reflects on aging comrades, past battles, and the Grand Army of the Republic reuniting to remember bivouacs and memories of a soldier’s life.
Harvey D Parker a famed Boston landlord renowned beyond the city, began in a small Court Square eatery and built a vast reputation through exemplary management. His marble palace, a landmark of hospitality, stands as his enduring monument while his death draws sorrow across Boston and English speaking cities alike.
The piece accuses GRANT and WanD of drawing nearly a million in profits from their business, questions Ward and Fisu theft claims, and contrasts with a prior case where Judge Gildersleeve jailed a man for stealing a $20 coat from Ulyssis Grant Jr. to feed his family.
Texas is described as increasingly civilized with towns flourishing and railroads selling land. The article notes El Paso’s law abiding image, rising prosperity from southern immigration, and a population surpassing 2 million likely to reach 3 million by the next census. It presents Texas as fertile ground with a bright future under Sam Houston’s legacy.
The text references proposals from annexation era leaders JoaN TYLER and JAmMeEs K. Poik and argues Texas’ vast domain could yield three new commonwealths, each room for two or three Massachusetts sized states. The passage notes the historical discussion of splitting Texas into multiple states.
A miscellany of short humorous anecdotes and commentary from various papers. It includes remarks on rent and eviction, Rufus Choate, reputation, a Denver Chinese man, a roller skater, a Wagner concert joke, chiropody, a Presbyterians joke, Douglass politics, marriage proposals, Grant’s later years, and assorted gossip about politics and society. The tone is satirical and observational with many named papers and figures referenced.
New York and Chicago, May 29, 1884. George Alfred Townsend critiques hotel gambling, bucket shops, and railroads, linking Ferdinand Ward and Grant era schemes to broader financial folly. The piece covers Palmer's Dalmer House, Grant family misfortunes, Ward’s manipulation, and Chicago landmarks, ending with a wary view of gambling replacing religion.
At a Brooklyn ministers gathering a tale recounted an ocean voyage with a bishop on board. A fierce storm rose and passengers trusted Providence as sailors in the forecastle continued swearing and praying, the bishop declaring thankfully they were still swearing.
Sixteen government funded statues in Washington have cost about $550,000 with the Washington monument project adding up to $1,000,000 more. Notable costs include Chief Justice Marshall $40,000 Greenoughs Washington $43,000 naval monument $25,000 Emancipation group $17,000 General Scott $73,000 General Thomas $65,000 Andrew Jackson $50,000 and the equestrian Washington $50,000.
A trader walks calmly along Nassau Street amid a market surge claiming luck and boasting a $70,000 gain from months ago in salted silver. He says he has nothing to lose now and congratulates himself on a big hit with confidence and bravado.
A New Tom Thumb from the Florida Union profiles Abecham Livingston Sawyer of Cedar Key. Described as one of the smartest men in the United States, he is 1822 gegs old, forty and a half inches tall, weighs thirty nine pounds, and can eat more than two men in the state. He was raised in Key West, looks well proportioned, is bright, and can give an elegant speech.
A Norristown Herald item reflecting on past prices from forty five years ago. It notes eggs at seven cents a dozen and fruit at thirty five cents a dozen, contrasting then and now, with a brisk poke at present conditions and poultry.
Citizens urged to form Butler clubs at once to organize rallying committees and secure full attendance at primary meetings. Senators should attend district and state conventions and send capable delegates to the national convention. Canvass towns, present Butler claims, and work nonstop to win.
A reader appeal asks patrons to mention seeing ads in the Boston Weekly Glok when responding to notices in the paper. The fragmentary line reflects a promotional ask rather than a specific news event or notice.
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