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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1894
Page
4
The speaker argues that until the people see a clear demand no belief exists and urges a constitutional amendment referendum. It would take two years to pursue this route, as opposed to the centuries of work under current legislative methods.
In a Boston driven debate, the Massachusetts Legislature defeats a municipal suffrage bill. The Republican majority in both chambers rejected the measure amid charges of political expediency and betrayal toward women activists. The article also notes leaders, visitors, and upcoming events in Boston society.
A letter from Alexander Brown, manager of Silver Grill Cafe Co., 263 Washington St., dated April 8, attests that their restaurant saw a 50 percent rise in business due to newspaper ads, noting the moderate advertising cost.
The Charlestown Improvement Association backs the Post view that gas price cuts are a start but not enough. Charlestown residents insist dollar gas is possible here as in Boston, whether the Charlestown company produces or buys gas, while keeping reasonable dividends.
The Boston Journal reports Republicans in the Senate plan to defeat the tariff reform bill, predicting delays by obstinate opposition. It notes a minority can stall measures, but asserts public endurance has a limit, citing past silver purchase repeal, and argues the nation will not endure prolonged what it calls obstructive tactics to hinder enactment.
Mayor Matthews urged the Legislature to resolve Boston street transit relief without delay after a decade of discussion. Opposing views center on the surface road now in use, with popular support for over under or combined systems as the only practical plan. The city and Legislature must act before adjournment.
The Post urges suffragists to abandon pressuring the Republican Legislature and seek a constitutional amendment via a people’s vote. An attempted Senate move to obtain the people’s input nearly passed before President Butler cast a decisive vote to prevent a tie. It remains clear that woman suffrage will only come if the public demands it.
The piece argues Rhode Island’s upset proves a broader Democratic fault line beyond money and corruption. It blames Congress for failing to uphold Democratic principles and warns that delays on tariff reform silvers policy and intraparty feuding threaten the fall elections and the party’s future.
A Boston reader reports on Senator Fitzgerald seeking a transfer on a Back Bay car and rail relaying on Tremont street causing delays. The piece recalls the Bostonian Society exhibit, a donkey lecture, and memories of the Mechanics' Apprentices Association and its Washington's Birthday anniversary.
A round up of notable people including Senator Merrill turning 84 with a Washington reception. Mrs. Hearst returning to a Washington home. Boutelle of Maine aiding a typewriter-hungry employee. Olney and Lamont as cabinet absentees. Gilbert and Sullivan collaboration process. Sir Charles Ross the first married rower in the university boat race. Neal Dow's 90th birthday observed by temperance groups. Wagner Bulow notes. Dr. McCosh anecdote. U S Treasurer Morgan’s autograph collection and public visits highlight prominent figures and moments of public life.
William A Morse receiver for the Columbian International Investment Company says he is preparing his final court report after which the settlement of funds will be made. Morse notes the firm was expected to distribute funds before April 1 and is based at 78 and 79 Equitable Building in Newport Rhode Island.
The Boston transit dispute continues as W. J. Donovan seeks free transfers. George Fred Williams and Parker Chandler present petitioners while Cummings defends the West End Railway, arguing transfers burden the public and praising the system's benefits and potential reforms. Williams accuses concealment of bond prices and overcapitalization, while Whitney and Sinclair deny hostility and seek fair handling of finances.
The excerpt records Mr Whitney praised as a valuable addition to the Boston and Maine board with strong regard for his business acumen. Mr Sinclair denies any interest in pending state legislation and urges merit based debate over personal attacks.
A concert in aid of Carney Hospital is planned at the Boston Theatre on Sunday evening May 6. Also noted is the unveiling of Father Drumgoole’s bronze statue in New York on April 15 and the Forty Hours devotion beginning next Sunday across multiple New England churches.
Officer Wise of Station 1 arrested two men in East Boston for attempting to dispose of stolen shoes from a Boston and Maine freight yard theft. The suspects, John P Collins and John Graham, gave aliases Richard Welsh and John Knowles. Eight pairs were stolen. Both have prior prison records. They were held on $500 bonds with the case set for the grand jury.
South Boston lad John McLean was severely wounded in the thigh by a bullet from a pistol shown by his playmate William MacGee. The 38 caliber gun, obtained earlier, discharged when Willie snapped the trigger, sending Johnnie to bed as the doctor removed the ball.
A letter from City Clerk J M Galvin clarifies that Boston does not issue marriage licenses. he explains the city registrar handles births deaths and marriages and defends Whitmore’s office from alleged misquote. He states he would never use the quoted language and emphasizes his lack of supervision over such duties.
Mr George Grossmith graced Music Hall last night before a large audience with a varied program. The act opened with society sketches including Woman the Superior Sex and The Noisy Johnnie, followed by selections from How I Discovered America. The finale featured clever imitations and a notable piano accompaniment, with his new works Trials of a Comic Singer and The Choral Society promised for Saturday at 2:30 in a second recital.
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