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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1895
Page
4
The notice lists subscription terms for the Post Publishing Company including payment in advance, and discontinuation on expiration. It names B A Grosser as editor and publisher. It mentions second class matter and directs readers to correct money orders payable to the Post Publishing Company.
Audiences at the Music Hall Wednesday will center a broad delation as the venerable author stirs interest from coast to coast. In Boston the reception and testimonial feature extraordinary musical program and speeches by Governor ex Governor Long and Colonel, with further remarks by distinguished citizens on an occasion echoing national pride.
The article urges a one dollar per thousand feet gas price within city limits claiming unfair higher rates by some firms. It notes Dorchester Jamaica Plain Roxbury and East Boston or Charlestown moving toward the dollar price and calls for a citywide reduction to make gas affordable for residents.
The article notes the departure of the last cargo for Newfoundland and reports that about 9000 families will receive relief through a bounty. Boston residents, facing winter need, provide food, wages, clothing, and fuel, turning support into tangible aid. The piece emphasizes gratitude and the lasting memory of this charitable effort.
The article argues for immediate passage of a $12,000 July Fourth appropriation. It notes Democratic push for the fund, warns heads of departments against overspending beyond last year’s limit, and mentions mayoral stoppages and the need for a patriotic celebration.
The editorial urges the city aldermen to approve the appropriation bill without further delay, arguing public sentiment supports action to honor the day and ensure entertainment for the people. The piece stresses that delay is unacceptable and calls for timely passage.
The stock market shows persistent strength throughout the week with the highest closing prices of the year. Silver and iron lead the gains, improving the mood of investors, while rail earnings and reorganizations bolster confidence in American securities. an adverse Supreme Court ruling on the income tax could prompt a Congress session, though President Cleveland would likely favor bonds to cover deficits.
The piece lauds the Sunday Post as the most readable Boston paper with exclusive news on Deputy Superintendent Pierce becoming police commissioner and Addicks's Bay State Gas troubles. It highlights features like an interview with ex-Speaker Reed, stock-floatation exposés, North End school coverage, theatre, canal projects, and sports gossip.
A set of resolutions limits trolley speed to under five miles per hour near City Hall after noting 107 deaths and about 600 injuries from fast travel. The piece also records Edward P. Harrington’s Boston ties, his humor, and a scene with Senator Hoar riding a Back Bay streetcar on a snowy spring day while learning from the conductor.
Noah Raby, a Piscataway poor farm inmate near New Brunswick New Jersey, marks his 123rd birthday on Tuesday. Born April 1 1772 at Eatontown Gates County North Carolina he claims native American ancestry and recalls General Washington at Yorktown. He has been blind six years and survives on bread milk boiled fish or rice with occasional tobacco.
Henry L Lassie manager of the Rose Coghlan company in Toledo says a reconciliation between Rose and her brother Charles has been achieved. Charles will join the troupe in Detroit with his first wife and a rearranged company is planned for the Detroit engagement.
This column urges youths to judge a young woman by her attire as the season changes. It explains that a jacket signals she is not dressed up and advises on suitable wraps for formal occasions, highlighting capes and velvet pieces with mull lace flounces and satin lining.
Levi Wilson Moon of Newark and “Doc” Wilson reveal a coming suit to vacate a $90,000 judgment tied to notes from 1886. A lawyer confirms Moen’s long, disputed history and promises sensational disclosures while Moon denies blackmail and asserts his lawful, industrious life in Newark since 1892.
April 1895 notice promotes ready-made spring suits overcoats for boys youths and men finished in own rooms with fixed cost percentages. Orders for Easter delivery in custom department this week and military dept needs May June deliveries booked this month. Sporting goods highlight bicycle uniform demand and request for bicycle catalogue and price list. A few dozen odd bicycle coats in small sizes offered at small prices to attract attention today.
The Hon. Jesse M. Gove of Noddle Island, once a strong Curtis backer, now criticizes the Mayor and vows not to enter the Mayor's office again. While he stays away, Congress man Atwood and Alderman Allen run the machine and a civil service test is mooted as the only path to reconciliation.
Funeral services for Charles J. Sherman formerly of Salem were held today at Dixon Memorial Chapel with the G A R unit of Salem in charge. Sherman died suddenly in Charlestown on Thursday and was laid to rest at Greenlawn Cemetery.
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