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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1888
Page
4
The May 30 1888 issue lists subscription prices for Sunay Grove and Weextr Grove with yearly, monthly, and prepaid options. The Goonk Newsraver Co. is noted as the publisher. Entry is second class matter at the Boston post office.
The Weekly Globe issues a confidential circular promising favorable terms and free sample copies for the presidential campaign. It urges postmasters and agents to start profitable campaign work to mobilize voters using the Fat Weekly Globes everywhere.
An opinion piece arguing Republicans have used black voters for support without delivering equality or offices. It compares Republican failures with Democratic gains under Cleveland and O’Brien, citing Boston and Massachusetts examples to urge black citizens to vote for truth and justice.
The Maine Democratic convention united behind William L. Putnam to challenge the state leadership, pledging to reduce revenues, support the Mis bill, ratify the fishery treaty, and back Grover Cleveland for reelection. The piece notes Maine voters lean Republican on tariffs, cites Mr. Braine’s 15 years of control, and mentions a split among Republican leaders over the presidential nomination favoring Acting Governor Maxsbay.
The Kennebec Journal backed Burneton while Bangor's Bangor Whig supported Bowrrie as party forces rally in Portland June 12. The piece claims Mann fights Burneton, with Hamerty, Hamurr, and Putnam figures shaping a tense struggle, warning of a party split if Mannie loses.
Plymouth Church selects Rev Lyman Annett to lead after Henry Ward Beecher’s death. Annett, editor of the Christian Union, is praised as sound and capable though not matching Beecher’s magnetism. The choice is seen as wise and likely to keep the church prosperous with his direction in Gotham.
An examination of arguments from war-tariff papers against international copyright, asserting copyright protects laborers' property in their work while tariffs transfer earnings to protected manufacturers. both are linked to broader tariff reform aims of ensuring full rewards for all workers.
A European astronomer claims Mars may be inhabited by intelligent beings. He argues that straight lines on Mars hint at canals favoring interplanetary commerce and that Martian engineers could know Earth projects like the Suez and Panama canals.
The Great Eastern describes a moving dot across Earth's disc and suggests M. Prrrotrn is not mistaken. It contends the first word of an interplanetary greeting has been spoken, implying both planets recognize intelligent inhabitants.
The piece endorses Archbishop Walsh of Dublin as the rightful Irish leadership voice. It argues the Pope does not oppose Catholic participation in political agitation and urges Nationalists to press Tory landlords until surrender, praising Walsh’s influence and stance.
The article critiques 19th century protectionist shifts led by Senator Frye and allies, arguing that protectionism as a permanent end risks democracy and favors special interests. It recalls 1789 and 1816 aims for limited tariffs, warns of a "tariff of abominations," and predicts a public reckoning before the next November elections.
The piece laments General Su Hexipan illness and praises bipartisan admiration, argues South Carolina should accept London loans at 4 percent, notes church splits and calls for unity, critiques Blaine’s New York organ, supports MeLvil LeW Furier as chief justice, mocks Dr Talmage liquor tirade, ridicules Senator Stewart over Cleveland, and celebrates presidential strength like Washington and Lincoln.
Delegates to the Maine Democratic State Convention in Augusta select William J. Putnam of the fishery commission for governor by acclamation. The event draws 1607 delegates, with resolutions condemning excess taxation and urging tariff reform, federal fisheries policy support, state reform, temperance law changes, and strong backing for Putnam’s candidacy.
Portland Maine May 22 Hon William L Putnam Democratic candidate for governor born Bath 1835 Bowdoin 1855 admitted to bar 1858 Portland 1858 rise as leading attorney mayor 1869 vigorous term declined supreme bench appointments later involved in seized schooners cases and fishery commission work under Cleveland amid partisan opposition and debate
A New Yorker close to Democratic leaders asserts definitively that Blaine will not run in Chicago. He argues Blaine would shrink morally mentally physically and financially in a second campaign and quotes others saying Blaine would not accept nomination under those conditions. The piece suggests Blaine’s friends keep his name on banners to influence the convention.
A librarian and reporter discuss Dr. J McK Cattell’s device for measuring thinking time. The machine uses a tuning fork pen to chart fractions of a second for recognizing colors, recalling words, and translating languages. Observers note individual variation, health, and context affect perception and processing speed.
The San Pablo foundered after striking a reef off Turnabout island in the Formosa straits. Chinese junks attacked the stranded steamer, but Captain Reed and crew repelled them with guns and boiling water, saving most passengers and crew while the ship burned to the waterline. Pirates suffered heavy losses. wreckage was later towed to Hong Kong with only the hull remaining.
In Saline county a Black man identified as Joe Boatright, 22 with a wife, was legally sold for six months under vagrancy statutes after a court verdict. The auction drew about 500 spectators as Constable Davis and auctioneer Mass Campbell oversaw bids from 10 cents to 6.50 dollars, with A F Rector eventual winner.
In a Sheffield tramcar a well dressed young man and a pretty girl sat close. He held her hand under his cape and, as he sneezed, a rain of rice showered the carriage. Rice peppered passengers and fell on the floor. The couple tried to act unfazed as laughter grew. The husband hissed to Mary that he would wring her brother’s neck and they left at the next stop.
The Athens Banner-Watchman notes the passing of known local figure Nig Bode, a man widely recognized in the community. The notice states his death and reflects on his prominence among residents of Athens.
A gasometer explosion at the Montreal Montré gas works in Hochelaga at 8:40 this morning killed six men, fatally injured four more, and severely wounded six others. The blast tore through the brick enclosure, shattering all windows within a half mile and tossing bricks and girders into shanties. Four company employees died in the pit or from asphyxiation and injuries. two masons were killed by falling masonry. several others are injured or dying in Notre Dame Hospital. Names confirmed include Joseph Angell, James Angell, Samuel Bell, Samuel McAfee, George Brigard, with additional unknowns.
In a New York Sun vignette, a father questions Bobby about missing school to watch a bail game. Bobby admits the outing, and the father reacts with an ominous tone as he asks who won.
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