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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1895
Page
4
The Boston Post announces subscription rates for one year six months and three months with pricing in effect. It requests readers to notify current and future addresses for paper delivery and notes postal filing details and payment instructions.
The piece urges Boston Democrats to adopt delegate conventions to align with voter demand. It argues the defeat of the Democracy last fall stemmed from a lack of people’s voice and urges the Democratic city committee to listen, gain wisdom, and move closer to the public for victory next fall.
The income tax remains tied up in court with no clear constitutional ruling. This delay risks fueling public distrust and unpopularity, even if evasion is not incited. The exemption of income from real estate and state and municipal bonds will reduce the measure’s practical impact.
A steady rise in wages is evident across sectors, with cotton goods, steel, and linen thread manufacturing already lifting earnings. The recovery follows a previous downturn, restoring 60 percent of past reductions and signaling healthy, permanent prosperity as labor remains fully employed and workers earn fair wages.
The Boston Post argues the subway is misunderstood and will benefit citizens. It urges better cost figures, rebutting claims of high $15 million costs, and supports public input while noting past missteps in related proposals.
The Meiga elevated railroad proposal could be rejected by voters if submitted on its merits alone, as it now appears largely dead due to its own lack of support. The discussion centers on whether public approval can resurrect or doom the plan based on its intrinsic merits rather than external factors.
The Rev Dr Lansing retracts accusations of intoxication against Mr Cleveland and apologizes to the President and the public. He cites conflicting evidence but notes the overwhelming lack of proof. Support comes from Chauncey Depew Frederic Coudert and E Ellery Anderson praising Cleveland’s conduct and reputation. The public must judge amid disputed testimony.
The meeting at Faneuil Hall questions the subway plan and calls for clear proposals. It urges speakers to specify whether they want street widenings on Tremont and Boylston, surface rapid transit, or further elevated road branches, and to spell out what the public will get if the subway is not built.
A Boston debate accuses the Transcript of unfairly denouncing anti-subway organizers while signaling the right of prominent signers such as Thomas N. Hart John P Spaulding George O Carpenter Joel Goldthwait Samuel B Capen Jacob Fottler Frederick O Prince Everett Torrey to oppose the project. The piece defends open discussion and criticizes silencing dissent.
The Board of Aldermen and the Post unite for one dollar gas across Boston. Alderman Barry's resolution puts the city government on record against higher rates after recent cuts in South Boston Brighton Brookline Jamaica Plain Charlestown East Boston. The faction defends Sullivan and an amended finance committee plan.
The Observant Citizen notes Nadier's Trilby edition sold rapidly as readers compare versions. An amused reader wandered three blocks while absorbed, and the French Trilby is praised for its swift arrival. Robert R. Straine returns to Boston after a tour through Vermont and Canada. Mayor Curtis shows more athletic vigor, while gas skirmishes spark jokes on Change. William J. Mahoney visits the mayor, their long friendship rooted in a past election fight.
The Greenfield Gazette reports a notable meeting in Music Hall honoring the author of America. Dr Smith recounted the writing of the national hymn while Governor Greenhalge acknowledged the contributor’s service. The Boston Post is credited for organizing the occasion.
Auditor Dodge reports city funded debt at 37.18 million as of Jan 1, expenditures for 1895 reach 22.10 million. Subway funds total about 50 thousand for salaries plus 35 thousand for July 24 election. Meehan says work may start today. half the street to be trenched, not closed. Old coins found near Charles Street gate while dig continues. efforts focus on drainage well to handle water.
The funeral for Chauncey Smith a renowned patent lawyer was held at 3 pm from his Cambridge home 121 Brattle Street with a large turnout of professional peers and friends. Attending lawyers included Russell Parker Sparrow Roberts Fish Laird Swan and Swan. Also present were E J Angell William Read and AT&T officials W H Forbes C C Bowditch and Eustis Hubbard. The service was simple led by Rev Samuel M Crothers with Apollo Quartet selections. Burial followed at Mt Auburn.
A Boston Post observation argues that women’s voting power hinges on female interest. If women publicly express desire to vote, men would yield, proving suffrage depends on women’s active advocacy rather than broad support.
The Brockton Times notes the Boston Post urging residents to demand lower gas prices. It reports Brockton is paying $2.10 per unit and calls for public pressure to push prices down.
The Boston Post projects the next five years will bring lower telephone charges and improved quality. The Newburyport News notes this prediction and expresses hope the Post proves prophetic.
Nantucket reports a monumental catch as John Taber brings ashore a codfish weighing over sixty pounds and measuring four feet six inches, one of the largest seen in the area.
London reports John Sweetman, anti-Parnellite MP for Wicklow East, resigns his seat. He urges constituents to reelect him as Irish Nationalist to stay independent of old parties. McCarthy declines to comment, noting Sweetman’s faction conflicts with his late father’s.
The fourth annual convention of the Hotel and Restaurant Employees National Alliance met at Evans Hall 16 Howard Street. Delegates elected McCarthy of St Louis as president after nominations. Secretary Abrahams spoke, a credential committee reported, and a mass meeting was proposed for Wednesday evening at 16 Howard Street. Adjournment set for morning.
At the Washington street headquarters last night Major Bown of New York described the Salvation Army slum efforts across the United States. She presented statistics on Boston joins, the sick visited, and the helpless relieved while the Army’s regular duties and devotional exercises continued.
The funeral of Mrs Marietta Reed Stevens widow of Paran Stevens was held at Calvary Church New York. Rev Henry Y Satterlee officiated as pallbearers Chauncey M Depew Peter Marie James Sherman Colonel Jay Thomas F Cushing Richard Irvin and W F Douglas assisted. The remains were taken to Mt Auburn Cemetery Cambridge Massachusetts for burial.
A meeting of Cambridge Democratic ward and city committee was held last evening in Ward 4. Councilman Cornelius Minihan of Ward 8 was named chairman with John F. Mulcahy as first vice president James H Burns as second vice president James M. Shatinan as secretary and James H Wells as treasurer.
The Brooklyn edition reports long Riverside run of African American entertainers led by Roach and Castle ton with Sam T. Jacks Creole company delivering tropical dances and electric numbers. Keiths Theatre showcases Lew Dockstader and Barra troupe with witty topical targets while Palace Theatre presents a diverse triple bill of comedy vaudeville drama and ballet led by Eugene Sweetland and a Hebrew school fundraiser.
The Howard week double bill drew full houses for both matinee and evening shows. Gus Hill's novelties headlined a diverse vaudeville program featuring Swan and Bamford, Estelle Wellington, Nelson and Millidge, Montague and West, Dryden and Mitchell, Frank Appel, Billy Carter, Wells and Halpin, Hacker and Lester, Sam Bernard, Richmond and Glenroy, Lydia Pierce, and Vera Nobriga among others.
Lowell April 8. Barry once the Prince Pro Tem in a council squabble and censured by Judge Knowlton in quo warranto proceedings now holds a position in the street department under Superintendent Crowley 25 boss of the stone crusher. The move sparks much comment locally.
A lineup featuring vocalist Fred J. Bacon, musical artist Billy Jackson, comedian Hal Gallagher, and a finale farce titled The Bowery by Night and Day closed the program. The revue offered light entertainment with songs and dances in a lively, humorous mood.
Katherine Rober drew a large enthusiastic audience at the Grand Museum in Lucretia Borgia. Her artistic portrayal and the brilliant supporting cast and lavish costumes drew high praise. the continuous stage show runs from 1 o'clock for ten hours without delays.
The royal Hindoo fakirs and Sepoy giants from Singapore wowed Austin and Stone’s Museum yesterday. Rajah Barampoota led the performance with magic and dignity while two seven foot giants and their wives added striking spectacle. The basket trick, mango illusion, and money making feats drew packed houses as vaudeville variety played to enthusiastic patrons.
The Easter holidays bring Hoyts famous musical comedy A Trip to Chinatown back to Boston at the Tremont Theatre. Lead Harry Conor returns with Geraldine McCann and George Richards in key roles as the ensemble includes Effie Atherton Sadie Kirby and Bessie Clayton among others. Extra matinee on Patriots Day Friday April 19 follows regular Wednesday and Saturday shows.
telegrams report the grand opera company arriving from St. Louis and settling in Boston for the week Maurice Grau leads the troupe in good health Wagner’s Lohengrin opens with Nordica as Elsa Mantelli as Ortrud and De Reszke brothers in key roles in the cast Ancona Abramoff and Jean de Reszke also featured in the production
Genuine cake walks and plantation pastimes headline the Nickle-Odeon bill with Rageen the Hindoo dagger and cannonball juggler and Saguilla the Hindoo fakir and magician. The stage features Billy Kelly James Hill Minnie Celeste Kitty Rand and others in a variety of acts.
John Kernell showcases his original talent in McFadden's Elope ment at the Grand Opera House. Surrounded by a strong company, he performs about six roles with Celtic brilliancy, delivering steady amusement for a varied audience. Mort Emerson and Charlee Emmonée contribute to the evening's lively entertainment.
The Bowdoin Square Theatre presented the vivid Danger Signal last evening to a full house. Neva Harrison led as Rosa Martin with Lyon S Adams as Ned Farley and Thomas E. B. Davide as Lieutenant Allen Westford. The cast impressed with strong performances and the crowd applauded the convincing mechanical effects including a runaway train and a winter storm telegraph hum.
The afternoon program includes Marie Brema and Plunkett Greene at Music Hall at 2 30 with Brema repeating New York success. Castle Square Theatre hires Max Hirschfeld as musical director for the summer season. Primrose and West’s minstrels, Hollis bills, Daly’s company, and Hoyt’s A Temperance Town appear. Tompkins plans a lavish Black Crook revival at the Boston Theatre next Saturday. Harrigan and Ward and Vokes are slated for the Columbia and Grand Opera House. Austin & Stone’s brings in Oriental fantasists under Prince Takezawa.
April 8 in Lawrence reports Katherine Howard 16 left home to join the Salvation Army. Her mother objects and police intervened as she was seen with Salvation Army officers on Railroad Street. After parents demanded her return, she and Salvationists faced a crowd. she was placed in a patrol wagon, with threats allegedly made by the mother. The girl says she intends to join the army despite the family dispute.
Pauline Peterson and Alfred Youngstrom wed in Waltham after a Swedish boating party on the Charles River. The couple had been aboard a boat that capsized during the return from Forest Grove, two young women drowned, but Peterson was rescued with difficulty by her future husband two years earlier.
East Boston youth James E. Graham returned home after being found with two tramps in Salem. He left in a temper over a mother’s rebuke and said he met the men by chance while traveling toward Byfield. Police say he was not compelled by force.
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