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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1883
Page
5
Reports from Western counties show Republican canvasses misjudge Boston margins and Westfield fallout. Butler gains are anticipated in many towns while factional fights and a corrupt funds issue undermine Republican confidence and distort the statewide race.
Interesting notes on James S. Grinnell as a lieutenant governorship candidate. The piece highlights his Franklin County strength, long service in agriculture and education, and reputation for reform. It recalls his roles as chief clerk at the patent office and a Centennial judge, plus his stance against political assessments leading to removal.
A critic derides a political figure for lacking office knowledge, claiming the only qualification is willingness to pay tribute, highlighting concerns about ethical standards and governance in the community. The remark underscores distrust of official competence and potential graft.
The Springfield Republican canvasses Boston results for Governor Butler and challenger Robinson. It estimates Robinson may win 20,000 to 22,000 votes, leaving Butler with a Boston majority between 17,000 and 20,000, acknowledging a possible 18,000 to 20,000 margin depending on total ballots cast.
Hampden to the Front reports that defamation against Governor Butler has failed to sway voters. It cites gains for Butler as more voters turn to his administration and notes registration trends, east and west county support, and Republican missteps. The piece praises Butler’s records on taxation, reform, and war policies, predicting continued momentum toward election day.
In Lawrence on October 27 the city gears up for a heated election battle. The piece argues Butler likely strengthens his plurality, aided by German and French voters, several Democrats switching to Butler, and large registrations favoring him. It claims young voters lean Democratic and dismisses anti-Butler fears about laborers as unfounded.
October 27 report from New Bedford notes expected Butler win strength exceeding 1883. Republicans mobilize to blunt Democratic and Independent strategies, while the populace grows aroused. In Fairhaven registration rises as Butler forces gain ground and Cape Cod is expected to respond on November 6. Colored voters emerge as a key factor, with Lawyer William H. Johnson praising black independence as crucial for Butler’s surge.
The Middlesex and Worcester Temperance Union met in Sherborn with strong turnout. 8. C. Fay of Southboro urged citizen veto power before voting, noting three candidates for governor and praising General Butler as an able executive leader and patriotic war veteran. He contrasted Butler with opponents on issues like suffrage and licensing.
The document charges George D. Robinson with hypocrisy and bribery concerns, praising Charles Almy as a reformer aligned with woman suffrage and education. It urges voting for Robinson to retain the license law, while condemning monopolistic interests and calling out past legislative absences. The speech ends with a plea for woman suffrage.
Reports from Berkshire Hampden and Worcester counties praise Governor Butler and show formerly doubtful Republicans becoming ardent supporters. Letters from prominent manufacturers and businessmen commend his administration and urge continued leadership. An enthusiastic recent meeting yielded positive results and pleased the Independent committee.
Field notes depict Republican managers pressing to win over Black voters for Robinson by discrediting Governor Butler. Speakers claim the party is the colored voters’ Mecca, while a South End meeting shows strong support for Butler. Colored leaders pledge to back Butler and oppose vilification efforts.
A vigorous campaign against liquor follows the election, led by the Law and Order League with Henry Faxon. Republicans push to delay action. spies may be used to probe dealers in various cities. If Prohibitionists gain a majority, an ironclad ban is planned, with Faxon confident Robinson will sign or permit veto.
A political speech attacks Governor Butler and the idea of a disgraced white flag, praising Butler’s Civil War service and defending Massachusetts’ honor. It portrays critics as stay-at-homes and condemns opposition to the governor and the state’s leadership.
The Massachusetts devotion to a veteran statesman is celebrated with resolutions from Nation and State praising his services. Opponents and a disgruntled convention speaker are derided as irrelevant while thousands of soldiers and local roters voice strong support. The Milford meeting drew unprecedented enthusiasm as remarks drew cheers.
A rival editorial critiques candidate Robinson for his nephew's mistreatment of an elderly relative. It questions moral consistency of prominent figures, argues the uncle endured pauper conditions while contributors defended the family, and challenges Massachusetts electing a governor who let kin die in a poorhouse.
The London Daily Telegraph esteems General Benjamin F. Butler as a lively, resourceful leader. It praises his governance in Massachusetts, cites alleged abuses at Tewksbury almshouse, and notes expectations of his re election while musing on a possible future Democratic presidential candidacy.
The State Committee unanimously nominated ex Senator James S. Grinnell of Greenfield for lieutenant governor. Grinnell, a respected public official and farmer advocate, praised for efficiency, farm leadership, and long service in Washington system roles, could still play a major role despite starting late.
The Republican State Central Committee circulates an anonymous pamphlet titled Butler's Record. It claims Governor Butler seeks investigation and defends his record while accusing anti-Butler leaders of falsehoods and suppression. The piece cites Marsh and backers of a noninvestigation policy as partisan defenders in Independence.
A reader describes political loyalties from Fremont to Butler, praising Governor Butler for abolishing poll taxes, supporting election day holiday, and opposing liquor as well as class and color barriers. The letter criticizes Republican missteps on Tewksbury and prison reform while applauding improvements and humane governance.
A reader endorses Governor Butler arguing Insurance Department reforms prove his integrity and capability. He rejects party labels, calls for independent Republicans from the Reform House Committee to support lawmakers who sustain all prudent humane measures, and signs as an Independent Republican.
A letter to The Globe condemns Puritan persecution and State abuses. It cites witch hangings, hospital neglect, nepotism, and Republican misconduct, urging vigilance and reform. Endicott argues Republicans and laborers clash and condemns political tricks before the upcoming election in February 1882.
The Newburyport Republican papers clash over state officials drawing pay without a governor signed warrant. The Traveller and Herald boasted four Board of Health Lunacy and Charity officers were paid without oath or governor signature, while the Journal claims the action illegal and harmful to the party. Treasurer Gleason is pressed to counter the report.
A East Boston canvass reports names, while Democrats nominate Henry J. Dunham of Stockbridge and Republicans back Augustus Ke Day of Webster. Butler gains in towns. Faxon criticizes the campaign. Dorchester and Norfolk districts name new delegates. Springfield and Holyoke parties announce nominees. A Brockton manufacturer faces scrutiny for political letters, and voters weigh ship votes and Robeson ties.
Mrs. Davia Moses, a 517 pound bride exhibited in Baltimore after marrying in New York, was found dead in bed on Thursday after a two week illness. Born in Detroit in 1866, she had drawn public attention for about a year and gained 67 pounds in seven months. She was to appear next in Philadelphia at a museum’s curiosities hall, but could not walk up three flights, and a derrick was being arranged to hoist her.
The money market remains steady with banks well funded yet cautious in lending. Prime mercantile paper discounts from 4 to 6 percent, collateral loans 3 4 to 5 percent, government bonds cheapest. Clearing house gross exchanges total $11,390,383 for today and $61,002,032 for the week. Kansas City? This item notes treasury bond calls and a weekly bank balance update.
A Boston market page notes limited change in general business with steady movement of leading manufactured wares. Dairy and cheese prices vary by grade and origin. butter demand light, Western and Atlantic creamery items cited. Coal, drugs, eggs, feed, and fresh meat show mixed activity with prices listed for multiple regional sources and products.
NEW YORK MARKETS report shows steady flour and higher grain futures with October to February prices noted for wheat corn oats and rye. Spot sales include 225000 bush wheat and 10000 bush barley with assorted prices, while cotton futures close steady despite drooping trends in other grains.
Arrivals of live stock for the week ending Friday October 36, 18. Western cattle 1755, Eastern 150, Northern 743, total 2042. Western sheep and lambs 2200, Northern sheep and lambs 6923, Eastern sheep and lambs total 10543. Swine 20730. Veals 460. Horses 170. Prices per 100 pounds live weight: Extra quality 6.87 to 7.00. Second and third quality 5.76 to 6.25. Poorest grade 4.00 to 6.00. Hides and tallow prices: Bright hides 7.10 to 9.49. Bright tallow calfskin country price. Sheep skins 0.50 to 0.75. Lamvkins 0.60. Cattle dressed weight prices listed per 100 pounds.
Special correspondence notes brisk trade across many fish categories though weather hindered catching. Total arrivals reach 88 ships with mackerel, codfish, halibut and pollock among main catches from Bay of St. Lawrence, Grand and Western Banks, Georges Bank, and inshore voyage. Wholesale prices listed for fresh and cured fish, with notable volumes of codfish, halibut, mackerel, pollock, and hake, plus prepared fish products and various herring and eel items.
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