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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1895
Page
6
A public notice warns buyers that shops vacated by Raymond's attract higher rents and imitators lure customers with inferior goods. The author argues Raymond's crowds should seek better prices and quality at the genuine Raymond's store.
An old ad notes Raymond's location fragments across Boston streets near the Archway Bookstore and Old South Church area. It lists nearby landmarks such as Bromfield Street, James Donaldson, Weeks Potter, George H. Lloyd optician, and other historic firms to guide customers.
The speaker emphasizes securing sole space for a room unlinked to any Boston establishment. The store claims a size larger than any previously occupied by Raymond and stretches to Arch Street in the wholesale district. It advertises a receiving department as a major outlet for merchants to liquidate surplus for cash to meet notes.
Construction on the Boston subway faced delays as recent wet and snowy conditions hinder progress. A massive sixty eight foot derrick will raise granite posts at Park Square while an old gateway and nearby fence at the Common are examined for removal. Work crews of forty to fifty men will be deployed as conditions permit.
Prisoner asks how long counsel’s defense took, requesting the duration of his imprisonment. The fragment hints at a courtroom exchange with the phrase I should only like to ask the time occupied by counsel’s speech.
The city towboat William Woolley has been hauled to Lewis wharf for sale by auction next Saturday after condemnation. The report notes a slow sailing season, low freights, and a weak outlook for ships, with lumber movements to Buenos Ayres and Portland.
General Jacob Coxey, leader of the Coxey army, lectured in Manchester NH after passing through Boston. He outlined a plan for state and municipal bonds run twenty five years to fund public works with 4 percent amortization and no interest, aiming to employ idle labor and empower municipalities to own utilities. He said the measure would not conflict with private enterprises and cited it as a remedy for the business downturn.
Spectators lingered on Beacon Street as Tremont House remains stand open with only a stairway occupying the corner. The contractor and Bostonian Society expect the historic cornerstone, possibly moved during stairway construction, while the copper inscription and names linked to 1828 era are under study.
With spectators present, the man at the gate answered the same question and refused admission. It is a dangerous place for the uninitiated when the bricks are flying.
Boston police commissioners near issuing a general order to promote about eighty reserve officers to regular status and add thirty-five to forty to the reserve force. Superior staff positions will remain unchanged for now. After new crews acclimate, General Martins railroad squad will deploy around fifty officers to monitor blockades, with anticipated changes in assignments.
In an era of adulteration their integrity stands out. Joseph Squire & Co. at 35 87 39 and 41 North Street Boston sell quality goods at moderate prices. They average 1500 dozen fresh eggs daily, each tested by electric light and guaranteed. Riverside Farm supplies their clover leaf creamery butter, cheese, pork and hams.
The wedding of Louis W. Politsky and Dora Charak was held at Minot Hall Tuesday evening at 6 with Rabbi Shoher performing. The bride wore white brocade satin with pearl trimmings and orange blossoms. Bessie Charak served as maid of honor and Samuel Politsky was best man. A large reception followed with dancing, and the couple will live at 78 Second Street Chelsea.
April 3 Nantasket Beach fire wipes out the New Sagamore Hotel on Sagamore Hill after five drying fires in a nearly finished remodel. Water pressure failed against the blaze as watchmen Graney and a companion were found drinking. Graney suspected of starting the fire. The old Sagamore House, moved and remodeled by Fred L. Whitcomb of Boston, stood nearby.
The George Goode case, Roxbury letter carrier accused of stealing a decoy letter on February 23, opened in U S District Court. Inspector Boynton testified about a decoy mail package with marked funds. Goode denied ownership of the missing items and authorities recovered a knife used in a self injury attempt. The trial continues this morning.
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