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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1893
Page
6
A choice lot of fine quality Japanese Rugs in various sizes has arrived and will be offered for a few days at discounted prices. After the sale the old prices will remain unchanged. Act quickly to secure the bargains.
The Jamaica Plain Gas Light Company wins a four year contract to supply gas at 150 per thousand feet for West Roxbury with 18 candle power. Previous price was 180, and the bid varied with lamp count. contract runs until terminated by the city with superintendent notice. Frank S. Pratt and Edwin A. Hilareth signed for the company. contract begins July 1, 1893.
The White Star steamer Teutonic departs New York today carrying a group of Boston passengers. Among those aboard are Miss Ellen T Emerson George W Wheelwright John North Joseph P Walworth Mrs Elizabeth Maher Thomas Lindall Winthrop Mrs A L Winthrop Miss Mary Winthrop Miss Margaret Matheson Mrs W H Forbes Miss Edith Forbes Master Alexander Forbes and George Grey.
The committee on disposal of city offal left at 2 o'clock yesterday on a trip to several large cities as far west as St. Louis to inspect methods of garbage disposal. All members went except Alderman Lomasney, chairman, with Flood acting as chairman in his absence. Aldermen Flood Fettler and Councilmen Barry Spring Lyons E. B. Pattison and Merrill accompanied the trip.
Employees of the Standard Clothing Company presented to H M Skillings now appointed manager of J B Barnaby Company a cameo ring and stylographic and fountain pen. Skillings previously led the Stracard Clothing Company children's department for three and a half years.
The Mason and Hamlin Organ and Piano Company at 154 Tremont Street issues a handsome illustrated catalogue on the Aolian for home use. The book features an artistic cover, interior illustrations, and a page of portraits of old musical masters.
The Post highlights Hart's novel method for settling by lot, reveals Gilbert Garden's dangerous sanitation issue, and cites the gas debate as best reported by the paper. It profiles Charles S. Hamlin and features Amy Robsart's interview with Selee of the Boston team, plus Mt Katahdin life slides and a strong bicycle department with Insider tips.
The Mayor refuses to sign the revised jury list passed by the Board of Aldermen which struck eighty nine names. He will explain his reasons when the board meets again on April 17. Aldermen say the mayor has no right to dictate jury selections. The old list remains in effect and jurors will be drawn at 1 o'clock today.
William B. Weed of Noroton Heights, once prominent and wealthy, lies gravely ill and near death after years of isolation and alleged laudanum use. He barred entry to his grounds, lived in a kitchen, kept an arsenal, and showed signs of mental decline as health officials supervise his neglected estate.
Mgr Francesco Satolli apostolic delegate arrived in Boston with Rev Alexis Orbin to inspect St John’s Seminary Brighton. He is guest of the Sulpician Fathers and will tour the institution with no official bearing. After a light breakfast he met faculty and students at 1 pm for dinner.
William Byrne and other clergy join an informal reception after a Boston visit by Mgr. Satolli. The seminary program features Latin debates on Socialism and the Efficacy of Grace, followed by spiritual readings. Satolli speaks to students and plans a Latin lecture before departing to Washington by noon.
KR Hollings & Co on Washington street presents an Easter exhibit with luminous lamps, onyx topped tables, vases, candle sticks, and grand chandeliers. Fairy light shades and Koaster lilies enhance the display creating a striking, decorative window.
New York reports during the murder trial of Dr. Buchanan that he was in constant contact with his lawyers before indictment and prepared to flee. Dr. McIntyre testified on the day’s events, detailing the wife’s severe pain and apparent choking before dying, and Buchanan’s chloral and bromide treatments.
A group of citizens met in Chickering Hall to push for an amendment to protect Massachusetts public parks. Officers elected include President Colonel Henry Lee and Vice Presidents CG W Eliot C H Smith EF D Mead with S A Bailey secretary. The group adopted resolutions favoring the park preservation scheme and plans a mass meeting at Faneuil Hall.
Belvedere Apollo and Beethoven overlook a joyful Easter night as the Home for Aged Couples hosts a “Gentlemen's Night” at Music Hall. More than 1000 attendees, led by president Dr Elizabeth Abbott Carlton, heard addresses by General A P Martin and others, followed by a promenade concert. Notables present included Rev Dr Donald Rev Dr Gordon Rev Edward Everett Hale and John S Winn. Governors Russell and Rev Dr Lansing sent regrets.
A newly organized State league boosts momentum for direct legislation. Meetings move to larger quarters in Wells Memorial. The next gathering is set for Friday night with invited speaker Mr. Sylvester Baxter among those asked to address attendees.
Buyers warned against imposition must insist on the Genuine item bearing the neck label signature JOHANN HOFE. The notice emphasizes verification to avoid disappointment and counterfeit products.
Pittsburg officials of the Builders' Exchange were found guilty of conspiracy for restraining trade by excluding nonmembers from materials. Thomas Buchanan sued H R Barnes William Nan John Carr and L T Yoder. all but Yoder were found guilty. Judge White condemned labor and capital conspiracies and upheld the rights of workers to strike only in lawful cases.
The joint standing committee on State Prison met to hear charges against Warden Chamberlain and prison management. No one offered complaints in open session. The committee adjourned to executive session and will decide on another meeting, with a noon session set for tomorrow for further charges.
In the House yesterday a bill raising the age of consent to 16 was passed to be engrossed. A Beacon Hill plan seeks to place fill in Boston and an east side State House extension opens space. A $17 000 appropriation funds the Chicago trip for Massachusetts Day on June 17.
Edwin Sprague and colleagues present a formal memorandum to the Massachusetts House objecting to a bill allowing Boston and Maine or Boston and Lowell to lease the Concord and Montreal line. They warn of loss of state oversight, risk to public interests, and favor safeguards approved by the Railroad Commissioners. A second item reports new diplomatic nominations to Switzerland Austria Hungary Greece and related postings.
The column highlights Paine's Furniture Company at 48 Canal Street with an advertisement titled A French Idea. It notes French design influence in furniture and urges readers to consider the display as a source of clever combinations and comfort alternatives.
A Chicago Tribune snippet shows a mistress criticizing milk as thin and lacking cream. A milkman advises the city experience will ease rural notions. The exchange captures a humorous clash of perspectives on dairy.
The American Bell Telephone Company will pay a dividend of three dollars per share to stockholders of record at the close of business March 15 1893. Transfer books will close April 1 to April 14 1893. Treasurer William R. Driver, Boston.
Two men share relief from bilious attacks and spring ailments after using Dr. Greene's Nervara blood and nerve remedy. George S. Davis of Poughkeepsie and L. P. Strickland of Cleveland report lasting improvement, with the remedy touted as herbal and safe for daily use.
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