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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1892
Page
4
The Boston Post announces daily publication by Post Publishing Co at 359 Washington Street with a price of one dollar.
The season opener featured Boston defeating Washington in an easy victory that was well played and competitive. The result boosts local enthusiasm and supports the new arrangement, promising steady interest for the home club without past overdivided focus.
The Melrose caucus nomination of a Democratic candidate for postmaster drew GOP endorsement away from the incumbent. Critics call caucus ballots in civil service hiring offensive and advocate open polls. The result favors reform but condemns party caucus control. ballots should be public and nonpartisan.
The Boston Journal hails the cotton tie bill yet avoids naming the New England location of its target industry. Mills nationwide could make cotton ties, but none exist in New England due to the McKinley tariff. The piece condemns regional hypocrisy as New England iron mills close or relocate while others profit from the tariff.
A fragment notes the discharge of Executive Clerk Youna of the United States Senate as a shameful piece of business. The sentence lacks detail on context or consequences, but signals a political personnel action associated with the Senate.
The article argues that executive sessions in the Senate are a sham and unworthy, noting that leaks likely come from Senators rather than clerks. It urges abolishing secret meetings and opening sessions to prevent foolish acts and restore dignity.
The Interstate Commerce Commission halves the remedy in Kemble v Lake Shore, allowing a 10 percent uplift over New York rates for Boston freight. Boston merchants lament the arbitrary discrimination, noting sixth class flour costs 30 cents to Boston vs 25 to New York from Chicago, yet export shipments incur no extra charge. The piece urges full abolition of discrimination and the merchants to press their rights.
A Boston Journal note argues Republican lawmakers in caucus over liquor will produce little progress. It cites faction splits after the last election and Prohibitionists’ belief that party leaders maneuver with liquor interests. Prohibitionists intend to go their own way despite police chief sympathy claims.
Senator Stewart argued for the Republican free coinage bill and said the silver act of 1890 must be repealed to maintain the gold standard. He tied this stance to Democratic opposition in the last Congress and claimed the prior act caused inflation and cheap dollars. The bill was rushed through Congress.
The passage notes a split within the Republican party over the silver bill and tariff policy. It contrasts Mr LopGk and Mr Stewart as representatives of sound and cheap money, arguing the law will fail as Democrats predicted and urging repeal of both the silver bill and the McKinley tariff act.
The piece argues Quay seeks a federal judgeship as the price for supporting Harrison. It notes Quay-designated candidates have repeatedly failed to be appointed, suggesting the President avoids demoralizing the judiciary with Quay patronage. It also claims Harrison will not concede to such a bargain.
Personal news from Newport and London notes travel plans for Mr and Mrs Reginald Gray and Mr Thomas Cushing with Miss Cushing leaving for Paris. In Boston Easter Day concerts feature Mr Fred C Fairbanks baritone and a double quartet at South Boston and Warren Avenue Church. Florence Knight may join Ruggles Street Church choir. William H Jones linked to Centre Church Hartford. A S Black of Somerville invents a piano harp. Walter Clapp resigns as clerk of the American House after decades of service since 1869 with a brief 1878 NYC stint.
The article notes Charles KE Gorman of Providence and Walter P. Phillips of United Press as Providence newsboys from 35 years ago. Tracey Jeffords, Vermont graduate, becomes attorney for Washington and Great Walls electric railroad. Lon A. Kimball, NSW commissioner to the World's Fair, hails from Randolph, brother of Col. R. J. Kimball. Stanley T. Pullen of Portland suffers eye disease. Senator Edmunds of Vermont impresses Kentucky farmers with horse knowledge.
General Lew Wallace reportedly arrives from Constantinople when registering at hotels. Robert Louis Stevenson earns Samoa’s favor with natives calling him king. Miss Frances E Willard’s mother cast her first vote at Evanston school election. she is 90. Senator Plumb remains the top reader in Congress, with Senator Palmer of Illinois closing the gap. Charles Bradley of Newark intends to continue the Bradley prize at Rutgers. Mrs Anna H Wilstach of Philadelphia leaves 500000 for her art collection to her city. memorial hall will house the works under Fairmount Park commissioners.
A reader thanks the Habitor of the Post for law coupons and notes consultation with Mr Clifford on landlords using rent hikes to scare tenants. He asserts confidence in the law aided by coupons and Clifford at 109 State Street, City.
The Oriental Endowment Order was wound up as Justice Lathrop entered a final decree in the Supreme Court. On the receiver’s motion, he may pay a portion of the assets back to certificate holders. They will receive 55 percent of their contributions.
The piece highlights Mr Blain and the Eno brothers as a sheriff’s drawing cards amid a web of accusations. It notes deaths, jealous spouses, demented wives, and threats, with claims of political intrigue and sensational remarks about endowment orders and press coverage.
Massachusetts district conventions begin this week to choose delegates for the national Democratic convention in Chicago. Names floated include Col Walter Cutting, Charley Prince, Robert Burnett, Mayors Coughlin and Ashley, with districts splitting between Hill supporters and Cleveland allies. Several districts name prominent locals such as John P. Sweeney, Edward J. Donovan, James H. Stack, Winslow Warren, and Edward Avery, while Coughlin and Ashley duel for influence and Thacher of Yarmouth looms as a candidate.
A legislative committee left Boston by Old Colony train to Provincetown to inspect Province lands. They follow a citizen petition for $25,000 to build roads on the state land and protect Provincetown as a public ocean domain. The group includes Senators Fernald and Kimball and several representatives, with local escorts. The party halted for meals and planned further surveys toward Highland Light.
New York April 12 Senator George West of Missouri told a reporter at the Hoffman House that Missouri is for Cleveland and will support him at the national convention. He said Democrats support the national ticket and free silver is not currently feasible. He declined to discuss New York candidate strength and could not explain how Cleveland would be nominated if New York favored Hill.
Charles D. Hixon a prominent citizen and longtime boot and shoe manufacturer died in Sharon today at age 74 His death marks the loss of a noted local business leader and community figure.
Chicago Exposition delegates from the shoe and leather trades preview a 575 by 175 foot building option. W B Rice and J R Leeson of Boston report a promise of a separate structure if $100000 in fair bonds are taken. They propose raising $50000 from the New York and New England manufacturers and $50000 from other states, plus $25000 for incidental expenses.
Mary Chereuski aged 19 was found dead in Sehlenley Park in the morning. The head was severed from the body and she was terribly mutilated. Ludwig Tewskoski was arrested charged with the murder and was last seen with the girl spending much of the night with her.
Yesterday in Steinert Hall audience enjoyed Robert Rexdale illustrated talk on Columpus and the World's Fair with stereopticon views. He argued historical influence of Columbus against Harvard's Winver and backed it with pointed reasoning. The program opened with a Maine contralto concert and readings, followed by Adamowski Quartet at Union Hall showcasing Bazzini and Loeffler novelties.
Nasaville Tennessee reports a vast Mississippi flood caused by sixteen rivers forming a northern network. Over 1,200 homeless. Rafts and boats ferried aid as rescuers pull bodies from water. Sixty-one bodies recovered. area, damage estimated above two million dollars.
Indiana representative Cooper testified before the House Pension Office committee denying charges by Commissioner Raum. He condemned Raum’s tactics of banking the case with Washington attorneys, including Raum’s sons and note endorsers, as harmful public service debauchery. Cooper cited abuses of witness confidence, alleged bribery schemes, and misuse of signature on invitation slips to damage his credibility.
Thomas J. Herndon aged 61, actor living at 65 Clinton Place, was taken by his daughter Isabella to Bellevue Hospital last night for admission to the insane pavilion to have his sanity inquired into. A native of Springfield, Massachusetts, he has appeared on stage since 1853.
James W. Miller of Pawtucket was found dead on a neighbor's doorstep in Providence. Indications show he fell face down on the step and suffocated.
Democratic State Committee outlines district conventions to choose delegates and alternates for the National Democratic Convention in Chicago on June 21 1892. District meetings span April 14 to April 19 across city halls and halls in Holyoke Northampton Worcester Fitchburg Lawrence Salem Charlestown Winchester Boston Brockton New Bedford and Fall River.
The Bostonian Society gathered at the Old State House with papers on Thomas Dudley the second Massachusetts governor. Gifts included a Pilgrim plate from K C Clark, a 1779 five and sixpence paper note from Henry Guild, a timber cane from the Universalist Meeting House, a George Peabody bust medal, and a Boston Light at Sunset painting. New members elected include Mary Lowell Putnam, Joseph W. Smith, H L I Walcott, and Frederick S Whitwell.
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