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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1891
Page
4
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A quotation from St Chrysostom extols unity linking people as one soul beyond peace and love, praising a glorious bond that binds all in a single spiritual relation.
The issue highlights McKixtey’s speech upon nomination and its potential impact on the presidential campaign. It notes letters of special interest from Jor Howard GeorgE Alfred Townsend and Frank Carpenter, plus content for ladies and broad political and general news from everywhere.
A satirical legend frames Noa s ark as a metaphor for the McKinley convention in Ohio. It compares abandoned tariff timber to doomed planks and mocks Republican leaders for steering a now doomed Democratic ark through a flooded political landscape. The piece likens the scene to Mrs Partington sweeping the ocean and ends with a note of irony about sublime faith amid public folly.
The piece argues there is no standard for valuing intellectual labor in public service and statesmen. It ponders how to assess the worth of Bismarck's empire building and Edison's inventions, suggesting monetary value may fail to capture true contribution. It questions valuing Washington Lincoln and Grant by money.
George C Bourne argues that a small, powerful 10 percent of public officers shape national fortune through laws, treaties, and policy. He criticizes the civil service commission, calls for capable clerks educated in reading, writing, arithmetic, and history, and questions the adequacy of pay for officers whose influence exceeds routine duties.
In Columbus Ohio the Republican conclave unanimously nominated William McKinley for governor. The speech accepting the nomination featured bold claims about Democratic tariff policies and a forecast that Democrats aim to hinder prosperity until after the next presidential election. Critics say such statements backfire and boost Democratic prospects across the nation.
The piece mocks historical tyrants and compares nineteenth century depravity to Hyppcrrte of Hayti. It hints at sensational social speculation about Miss Goopar and the Indian question plus a jab about winter clothing and January flannels. It ends noting Rupyarp Krerine traveling incognito in America.
A varied column mocks and muses on US politics and public figures. It lampoons Campbell of Ohio McKinsey Harrison and Quay while noting Farmers Alliance intrigue and Kansas grain moves. It comments on journalism, Germany's Kaiser and Boston newspapers, with cultural asides on fruit crops and finance.
This poetic fragment asks why love exists using nature as metaphor. It wonders why stars, sky, sun, sea, birds, and the needle point to truth and asks a loved one for an answer to why there is love. The speaker seeks an explanation for their own affection.
A dramatic brief quotes a South American general urging his soldiers to charge again, promising victory and an enduring debt to the men. The soldiers retort that they are owed payment for prior efforts, highlighting a grievance about overdue wages while battles continue.
A humorous exchange between a hopeful bride and an unsure groom. She vows that in marriage he will always sit by her and listen to her piano playing, promising an easy life. He agrees with a reluctant yes, noting it would be easy for her.
Boston physician Dr Ephraim Cutter is highlighted as a renowned microscopist and scholar born in Woburn. The piece notes his ownership of the world’s most powerful microscope built by Robert Tolles, his Harvard MD from 1860s, Yale undergrad, and key scientific contributions in microscopy, medicine, and nutrition. It profiles his lineage, travels, and influence in medical societies and education, including work on laryngeal photography, vaccines, water analysis, and dietary theory.
Reports from Kansas farmers describe a strong wheat harvest in southern Kansas with promising yields though Hessian fly damage and rust in limited counties. Oats corn and other grains face late sowing and reduced acreage with many counties reporting below average oats and poor corn stands. Floods and cyclones threaten, with recent heavy rains damaging fields and a gloomier outlook than earlier forecasts.
The New England Farmer's annual crop canvass estimates hay output one-third below last year and the year before, with prospects of a further drop to one-fifth to one-quarter below average unless soaking rains arrive soon. Despite light yields, quality may be superior due to favorable growing conditions.
The Iowa weather crop service report from June, based on over a thousand county reports, finds a remarkably good showing for corn wheat barley oats and other crops after a cool dry May. Winter wheat and fruit show stronger conditions than last year though some acreage shifts occurred. Late frosts caused minimal damage and the June report is highly regarded.
Glowing accounts from St Paul and other Minnesota sources cite excellent crop conditions after three days of rain and heavy clouds. In parts of South Dakota hot winds earlier in the week damaged grain, raising fears of lower yields, though outlook remains strong overall for Minnesota and North Dakota.
Reports from Arkansas City Kan Fort Scott and Osceola Mo describe violent windstorms and heavy hail causing property damage crops ruined and possible drownings. Clouds of rain flood towns from Fort Scott to Neligh Nebraska with several towns reporting record rainfall and widespread agricultural losses.
The region endures severe flood damage with houses washed away and many feared dead. Residents including men women and children cling to rooftops and trees as rescuers struggle to reach them amid widespread disruption across Minnesota Michigan and Ontario. A heavy rain and hailstorm caused additional destruction along Welland and Niagara railways and surrounding areas.
Huron, S D June 22 All crops in North and South Dakota have been greatly benefited by recent rains. Corn shows excellent color and is less damaged by cut worms than last year. Early sown flax prospers with rains and sugar beet cultivation gains attention. Several South Dakota reporters describe satisfactory results. The week was very favorable overall with prospects for a good crop.
The Michigan weekly crop bulletin shows an average temperature of 69.1 degrees, 1.2 above normal, and rainfall of 1.6 inches, 0.14 above average. Sunshine was steady, with generally favorable conditions for crops. Some clover cut in St Joseph county and haying planned next week, but May drought and heavy rain have affected wheat and oats in certain areas.
The inquiry asks if a 21 year old recent arrival may enlist, where to apply for Army regulations, and whether citizenship or state rules affect service. The reply notes that full information is available at any recruiting office and mentions a Marine recruiting office at 6 Canal Street.
A case notes whether a buyer can compel partial reparation or resale of an item after being misled about value. If the seller A was merely mistaken, the buyer B has no case. if A knew the representations were false or acted with fraud, B may sue. The piece also poses questions about opening a spouse's mail, rough handling of a willing partner, and use of profane language.
St Louis weather bulletin reports above normal rainfall and near normal temperatures. Wheat harvests are in full swing in southern Missouri with generally good yields. Oat crops are progressing well while excessive rain hinders corn cultivation, causing weed and grass overgrowth in many areas.
Springfield Illinois weather bureau reports a week with above normal temperatures across the state. Heavy rains fell in northern and some southeastern counties. Other counties showed below seasonal precipitation. Sunshine averaged for the week.
Milwaukee report for the week ending June 20 states late sown grains pastures potatoes corn and late seedlings benefited by rains. The overall crop outlook is thought to be very short due to dryness prior to the rainfall.
Recent warm spells followed by steady rainfall improved soil moisture across New England. Temperatures ranged 90 to 100 plus, with 1–2 inches of rain and some violent thundershowers in Bristol area. Overall, drought broken, crops show promise though hay may be short. fruit and tobacco planting progress aided.
The record notes a Massachusetts question about legitimacy when a man and woman wed before three or four witnesses, with a clergyman-like officiant asking for consent and pronouncing them married. It concludes the marriage stands if the officiant was a clergyman or believed by the parties to be one and the marriage was consummated in that belief.
The text discusses a drama club with savings, member rights to money, and whether a majority can deplete funds without A's notice. It also asks how A can recover his share, notes bylaws as governing, and raises whether Rhode Island's electoral vote can be split between parties if both run tickets.
A claims the revolving clothes reel is his personal property and should be removed when vacating, while B contends it belongs to the premises. Since gas fixtures and similar installable items are generally personal property, A was right that the clothes reel remains his property once detached from the socket.
A party seeking market protection for a patent medicine name should pursue a trade mark rather than copyright. Apply at the patent office in Washington, D.C. The coat is £25.
Mrs C bought a small farm last fall and gave either a mortgage or life lease to Mrs A to sustain themselves. The ambiguity raises whether Mrs A can sell soil to towns and individuals to be carted away without Mrs C’s consent. If a mere lease, stripping rights are doubtful. if a sale with mortgage back, rights shift but still prohibit ruin.
A circular from a pro tem committee of lady typewriters in St Louis proposes forming a city league to defend their jobs. It urges tactics to deter employers from hiring men, including feigned indulgence and social pressure, spurred by rumors the Frisco offices will replace women with men.
The Globe offers affordable wallpaper samples and three bundle sizes to cover rooms of varying dimensions. Prices range from 1.75 to 2.75 per lot, with borders included and free railway delivery on orders of 25 or more. Send 5 cents for samples from The Wrexty Globe, Boston.
Atchison Globe notes a humorous claim that domestic life can be more captivating than national affairs, presenting the everyday happenings of an unnamed family as a microcosm of broader society and human behavior.
Washington June 22 McLellan chief of the warrant division reports treasury totals for June 1 balance 10 138 473 receipts to date 21 663 124 total 31 801 597 payments feed 27 136 718 balance available June 1 ChOCR The report notes a cash balance of 42 952 918 which is 2 164 000 more than deposits in national banks and fractional silver.
A Nebraska law, enacted by the Alliance Legislature, makes all grain elevators public warehouses. The law takes effect this week as Alliance firms have built many elevators statewide. Grain merchants expect the coming harvest to be stored in elevators to push prices higher before sale.
In Chicago a man pacing the floor debates pulling a troublesome tooth. He laments the cost paid last year for a filling and insists the ache is not worth the two dollar savings. His wife urges action as the debate ends in a heated quip about the bill and pain.
The notice promotes a limited subscription deal offering Farm Journal Mrs Logan s Home Magazine and The Weekly Globe. It touts Farm Journal as leading agri cultural monthly at 50 cents regular price and Mrs Logan s Home Magazine with varied content at 50 cents. The offer totals three publications for 80 cents and urges early subscription to readers in Boston Massachusetts.
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