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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1884
Page
4
Rene de Pont Jest writes The Woman of Wax continuing the detective hero William Dow from No 18 Rue Mariot. The author surpasses Gaboriau in popularity and Lee and Shepard in Boston previously published the earlier work with strong sales.
A call to all parties to unite against Republican leaders and support The Globe as the voice of the people. Readers urged to distribute, recruit subscribers, and view every new subscriber as a voter gained for the people's side. Fifty cents until January 1885 with group offers and agent opportunities.
The notice details United States and Canada subscription terms for the Weekly Globe, with pricing and payment methods. It also reports on Beecher, Jay Gould, the St Louis Post-Dispatch quote, Fenian outrage, Second National Bank troubles, Grant retirement pay debate, and Irish nationalist conference plans with James Stephens.
The passage notes a Trish patriot facing discouragement yet continuing the struggle, underscoring perseverance in the face of setbacks and unwavering resolve to pursue a cause despite challenges.
The author argues that the masses must decide taxation policy, defending revenue reform against claims it lowers wages. He contrasts reform with abolition of tariffs, asserts free trade fear is exaggerated, and urges laborers to back revenue reform and elect pro reform delegates to Chicago.
A Mexican treasury secretary restricts international trains crossing the Rio Grande to 7 am to 5 pm in summer and 8 am to 4 pm in winter to align with customs hours. Critics argue the rule hinders modern rail commerce and favor flexible cross-border operations to avoid undue delays.
GOP managers seek to purge campaign committees of federal officeholders to avoid penalties under a 5 year prison provision and a $5000 fine for soliciting or receiving political contributions from government employees or those paid from federal funds. The move entails a party reorganization as current committees cannot accept funds from such sources.
The piece argues against political spending and urges delegates bound to revenue reform. It cites penalties for postmasters and federal officials involved in political funding, targets gatherings, posters, and conventions, and warns of strict enforcement if Democrats win or money prevails. It emphasizes high taxes and stalled prosperity.
The Springfield Republican defends a horizontal tariff cut, arguing the Morrison bill would free up coal salt and lumber and realign duties fairly. It accuses Republicans of hollow revision in 1883 while praising Democrats for an open, fair approach, despite earlier failure.
Captain Gambier of the royal navy argues that underwriters should require fixed lane routes for steamers crossing the Atlantic to reduce collision risks. The idea, though proposed over thirty years ago, has never been adopted by steamship lines. The New York Herald supports lanes, noting detours would save insurance costs and may boost ocean travel and traffic.
A historical piece notes how public infidels like Ingersoll once sparked lively debates, but now draw little reaction. Clergymen shrug off replies, while believers persist in promoting truth through action, aiming to make people more pure and virtuous despite heated rhetoric.
The writer argues that long trials reveal Christian methods outperforming anything proposed by Colonel Ingersoll or his followers. History shows Christianity opened the door to human progress, and the church must answer modern critiques by this faith.
A New York Herald writer questions whether tariff taxes aid workers buying a modest cottage. He argues low priced goods matter to families, noting mill labor endurance and furnishing costs. The piece explores if tariffs actually reduce household expenses or raise prices for necessities.
Fort Peck officer warns Indians at the agency are starving and suggests sending a Gatling gun to compel peaceable starvation. The War Department, allotting eighty pounds of flour and twenty pounds of meat annually, ignores urgent pleas. The piece links this to survival of the fittest and criticizes revenue reform cries and Chicago delegation pledges.
A month after a publicized caning in Mt. Sterling Judge Aero shot himself amid mental depression. The incident drew speculation on his sanity and public sentiment in Kentucky reacted to his defiance of vigilante codes. The piece also covers political critique, mob violence in Ashland, pension office reforms, and assorted political chatter.
The remark suggests a plan to secure victory and civil treatment from John Bull, while noting that Jonn L. Sullivan remains in the scene. The wording hints at a political or social maneuver underlying the interaction.
The piece outlines the Grant Ward collapse, noting how speculation and mispricing fueled panic. Townsend analyzes the roles of Ferdinand Ward, General Grant, and financier Fish, detailing bank ties, confidential contracts, and the blind pool motive. He portrays self interest and trusted figures failing public confidence amid the 1870s financial upheaval.
A call to organize Butler clubs in every town to rally attendance at primaries. Emphasizes sending true men to district and state conventions to secure delegates and ultimately back General Butler for national success. Urges thorough canvassing and constant work to win.
Readers are urged to mention the Buston Weekly Globe when answering any advertisements in the paper to show channel and recognition for the publication. The request stresses courteous acknowledgment and helps support local journalism.
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