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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1894
Page
4
The Senate is poised to end general debate on the tariff bill if leaders on both sides keep to an announced plan. After debate the bill will go to sections, a process that could still extend delays. The McKinley minority’s stalled talk is seen as wasted time as reform advocates urge quicker action.
The Morley introduced registration bill seeks manhood suffrage in England with tax restrictions removed and a single election day for all constituencies. The piece notes the liberal move toward reform, compares pace to Massachusetts where voters gained the right without tax payment, and suggests the House of Lords abolition debate moves slower.
Public approval follows a Washington jury verdict in the Pollard Breckinridge case. The judge stressed the core fact over damages, ruling on whether a valid marriage contract existed while urging the people of Kentucky to ensure the moral reckoning.
The piece argues against a proposed physician registration plan, calling it a concealed move to place citizens under a guardianship. It denounces the Harvey substitute as a deceptive, rights‑infringing tactic that would strip individuals of their freedom to choose doctors, urging the Legislature to reject the measure and defend personal liberty.
The speaker predicts the Governor will back the title as nine months approach, signaling a decisive moment for the senator. The era-defining effort gains momentum with strong support from state leadership.
The piece questions Governor Greenhalge’s political tactics in Massachusetts. It recalls Greenhalge’s clashes with party figures like Dawes and Lodge, and asks whether Hoar will be pushed out as the Senate race develops. The piece asks if the party now serves hustlers’ aims and hints at a guiding lantern analogy for a Paul Revere-like ride to the U.S. Senate.
The Sunday Post astonishes readers with a full page four color cartoon in its regular edition. It marks a historic first in New England journalism and promises future improvements as demand soars.
The Post offers General Grant memoirs for eighty seven cents, far below the usual seven dollar ninety five price, making a historic biographical work affordable for many readers. This limited offer highlights Mrs. Grant's royalty and the chance for every citizen and student to own the acclaimed history of the Union’s preservation.
A Boston writer extols wharfinger Alfred Ashley and crowds of seamen, recounts near-miss streetcar danger at Tremont House, a crafty news vendor selling eight Evening Posts on a car, and hints at Coxey's army reaching Washington. He also reports a Pacific coast female wing planning Eastbound rail travel and a push to keep churches open all day for free attendance.
Mrs Elizabeth Yates of Onehunga New Zealand has been named a justice of the peace enabling her to sit in the police court and decide minor cases of assault drunkenness and other matters. The report notes elation among Australian women over this step toward equality while also citing comments from Booker T Washington on race relations and his view that the issue rests with the colored community.
An African American man in Alabama supplied freight for a railroad earning about $10 000 annually and the tale asks if his family would ride in the Jim Crow car. The article notes a parlor car would be provided for him and his entire family.
Boston composer George W. Chadwick explains he wrote the symphony last summer at West Chop and mailed it to the Conservatory after unsure hopes of a prize. He notes the award decision came March 14 and he had not intended for it to be produced this season by the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
East Boston Assembly No. 6789 plans a ceremonial parade to honor the grand master. Members will gather at Webster Street hall at 7 pm in sashes and gloves with a brass band, march through East Boston streets, cross the ferry to Boston and proceed to Faneuil Hall to join other knights in greeting the visitor.
Frank G. Wilson, proprietor of Hotel Malden, remains absent with no explanation. A clerk runs the hotel in his stead while authorities have no inquiries and believe the disappearance is a short trip for business. Wilson was last heard from in Springfield with expected return soon.
The Charlestown district church celebrates its long running First Baptist Sunday School and its long service to the community. Organ prelude by Mrs. F A Guild opens the program followed by choir singing. Readings and recitations precede addresses by Frank W Pevear and Rev A S Burrows.
Cambridge resident Lewis G. Parke denies leading any faction opposing the Rindge Club of North Cambridge. He states he supports any board backed by the majority and has no grievance against Mr. Stevens or other board members. April 14 Cambridge.
Edward A. Phalen aged 64 dies at his home 39 Boardman Street Salem. A stenographer and former mail service employee he served in Company C Second Regiment and was wounded at Cedar Mountain. He served under General Cogswell and was promoted to captain as a charter member of Post 4. He leaves a widow.
The Rev. Minot J. Savage of Boston spoke at Music Hall in New York under the Society for Ethical Culture. His lecture addressed how religion is affected by contemporary thought and trends.
Washington April 15 Breckinridge to push motion for a new trial within four days. Women groups plan to present a memorial to Congress urging consideration of his conduct as a legislator. Public reaction includes varied opinions from senators and congressmen on the Breckinridge Pollard verdict and its implications.
Evangelist D. L. Moody reached Chicago on April 14 and plans to depart for Salem, Massachusetts, to conduct revival meetings. He asserted that despite the Breckinridge case there are more good and true men in Congress than ever before.
The column lists upcoming shows in Boston venues. Julia Marlowe appears in Chatterton costume at the Park Theatre, with The Prodigal Daughter ending its run at the Columbia after two weeks. Tabasco stars Otis Harlan at the Museum as bills include burlesque, opera, and boxing acts across multiple venues.
At Asbury Temple Waltham April 15 large crowds attended services of the New England conference. Bishop FitzGerald preached on Pure Religion and ordained deacons Arthur Bannon Arthur Dechman G F Durgin F B Harvey Harry B Hobbs G E McKIlwain Henry Richards Joseph Simpson G D Stanley W A Sullivan R C Westenberg and Henry Williams. Elder ordinations followed memorial and missionary programs with leaders including W R Clark D D and A B Leonard D D. The conference closes today with election of presiding elders and appointments.
The Boston Post begins publishing an evening edition praised by readers. The paper already thrives with strong morning and Sunday issues noted for entertaining content and broad appeal.
The Boston Evening Post reports that Police Commissioner William H. Lee will not be reappointed. It warns Governor Greenhalge to think twice before yielding to reformers in this crucial political moment.
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