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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1897
Page
4
Boston Post rates list for daily and Sunday editions with yearly and short-term options. Notes include address at 259 Washington Street Boston and telephone 428, plus payment details and notice on advance payment and discontinuation.
The article argues that neither side matters for the aggression in Macedonia as powers back them, credits King George for aiding Crete, and calls Turkey in Europe an anomaly to be removed, urging world support to Greece if it sparked the conflict.
City discussion on free transfers for street railways in Boston centers on the mayor's push to require one fare for a continuous trip across West End lines. Residents want universal, immediate equal accommodation and not depend on elevated railroad schedules or delays.
A New York broker serves 30 days in D C jail for not naming Senators bought sugar certificates against the 1894 tariff pending. A Washington reporter faces contempt for withholding sourcing. The piece argues leaders Havemeyer Searles and Quay and other Senators should face consequences for manipulating tariff votes.
A editorial critique condemns jailing stock brokers and newspaper correspondents for technical contempt while accusing the principal actors of the scandal of remaining unpunished.
The confession of Kelley the killer of Cashier Stickney at the Great Falls National Bank in Somersworth New Hampshire declares him responsible and highlights an insane defense. The piece notes the strange criminal planning and notes the law's role in removing dangerous individuals from the community.
The arbitration treaty sent to the Senate January 11 faces a May 5 vote after four months in limbo. Proponents condemn Senate amendments for watering down the pact negotiated by Olney, arguing it now yields arbitration only when convenient. Still, ratification is viewed as better than further delay.
The Observant Citizen laments frost damage to public gardens and private plants after a cold spell in Boston. He notes a church fire during a school bell episode and warns about streetcar dangers. He jokes about oboe players and reports on dust control and cycling footwear trends. A University Club reception for Captain A. T. Mahan is announced.
The piece notes a chilly Easter mood with thin clothing in the air and storms of the year including floods and wars. It mentions Patriots' Day activity and many yachtsmen enjoying a brisk breeze to test sails, while tailors lament high costs as customers struggle to buy new clothes.
The article notes cyclists face choices in footwear and attire as women increasingly adopt cycling. It contrasts early plain dress with modern expectations of daintier outfits while many still wear last season’s rig and wrestle with selecting new footwear.
Snippets from various 19th century columns poke fun at manners, literary taste, and editors. A parade of quips from Philadelphia North American Chicago Record Detroit Journal Tit-Bits and others lampoons drama hats novels and the foibles of readers and critics.
A collection of brief remarks on figures from law enforcement literature and society. Highlights include Sergeant Albertson’s book collection, Sylvia Du Maurier’s dressmaking apprenticeship, Ex-Senator Peffer’s conservative Populist stance, and London society gossip about Miss Alice Hughes and the Hay's wine views.
Provincetown April 20 The directors of the First National Bank of Provincetown adopt resolutions on the death of William A Atkins a long serving director. They praise him as enterprising cautious and of strict integrity and express sympathy to his family.
John D. Kimball longtime Charlestown resident died at his home on Prescott Street at age about seventy five. Born in North Andover he moved to Charlestown and spent over forty years with Cook Aynes Co contractors on iron work. He retired years ago leaving a widow and son George E. Kimball the Boston Post cashier. Funeral plans not announced.
Billy Birch a famous minstrel died at his New York home from paralysis of the brain and chronic Brights disease. He achieved fame in vaudeville circuits and was a prominent figure in touring minstrel shows.
William F. Mack also known as William F. McGennigie, comedian, was buried after funeral services at St. Margaret's Church Dorchester. Pallbearers included D Lannahan D Lynch D O Connor J O Callahan L B McGunngle and Edward McGunnigle. Interment followed at Calvary Cemetery.
Lisbeth Grey, an orphan in Paris, nurtures a romance with a poor German artist by the next building. She helps him, watches his work, and the painting is accepted at the Champs Elysees Salon. When the work sells, Lisbeth rushes to the studio to learn of the sale, only to find Wilhelm dead beside the sold painting.
Breakfast items include bananas cracked wheat with sugar and cream and coffee. Luncheon features cold boiled ham omelet whole-wheat bread princess cake rhubarb sauce tea or chocolate. Dinner lists tomato soup boiled fowl mashed potatoes canned peas lettuce with dressing grape jelly and chocolate pudding with fruit and nuts. Miss E. W. Lane Hotel Mt. Pleasant Roxbury.
The second Woodbine Associates ball took place in Munroe Hall Roxbury on Easter Monday under Timothy F Murphy’s direction with helpers including J R Murphy George Monahan William McCuen J Ward J J Flaherty P O'Brien J Doolen W Buck J Norton W Wildes T Farrell P Carney P Sanford J Kelliher J L Brown and featured a grand march led by Timothy Murphy and Miss Lizzie Graham followed by fifty couples.
Miss Ethel Kissam wed Arthur Cheney Train of Boston at St Bartholomew's Church. The ceremony featured relatives from Vanderbilt, Sloane and Kissam families with a Berkshire breakfast to follow. The couple plan to live in Cambridge while Train completes Harvard Law School.
Miss Mary Hamilton Thorndike and John Brooks Fenno were married at Emmanuel Church at noon yesterday. Guests included Miss Olivia Cushing and Miss Coles of Philadelphia in white muslin gowns. A reception followed at Marlboro Street, and the couple will sail for Europe.
Joseph H. McNeil of East Boston and Annie T. Carroll of Chelsea wed at St. Rose Church Chelsea conducted by Rev Father Mulligan. Best man William R. Fairclough. bridesmaid Agnes A. Carroll. Reception at 121 Beacon Street home of John A. Carroll. Couple to reside in East Boston after trip.
A patriotic plea by John Parrell from 111 Washington Street urges Greeks to remain steadfast in liberty. He condemns foreign interference, praises courage, and envisions a triumphant day of freedom earned through valor and unity.
The funeral for Henry D. Hyde was held at the New Old South Church after private services at his residence 380 Commonwealth Avenue. Dr. Gordon officiated with Dr. Webb assisting, the service simple without a eulogy. Numerous officials, trustees, and representatives from Amherst College and local banks attended, with burial at Forest Hills Cemetery. Central National Bank directors met to address his death.
Governor Wolcott issues Arbor Day proclamation under Chapter 32 of the Resolves of 1881 naming Saturday April 24 as Arbor Day. He urges planting trees shrubs and vines to promote forest growth adorn grounds and educate children about nature while honoring Patriots' Day and the Commonwealth’s heritage.
The Young Ladies Charitable Association held its annual mass in the Cathedral of the Holy Cross with Rev. Henry Sullivan and Rev. Father McCormick officiating. A body of members received communion, a 60-voice chorus directed by Edw. MacGoldrick performed, Te Deum was sung, then the procession moved to Langham Hotel for breakfast.
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