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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1895
Page
5
Senators Bill Gray Darling and Smith joined four Democrats in endorsing referring the charter amendments to Boston voters. Galloupe and the Democrats opposed moving the bill to engrossment. The roll reflects notable support for fair play in Boston.
The text notes the arrival of Senor Dupuy de Lome and the expectation that Spain’s minister should provide an apology promptly. It describes de Lome’s amiable manner but emphasizes that action, not politeness, is sought from the Spanish envoy.
The Supreme Court will rehear the income tax cases next week with a full bench to hear arguments on May 6. If Judge Jackson can attend, the outcome could threaten or validate the tax law, with a decision expected in time to influence the tax collection if ruled unconstitutional.
The piece warns against repeating Britain’s Egypt policy in Nicaragua, arguing the Egyptian occupation began as a temporary protection of interests but became permanent. It asserts the United States cannot tolerate any neighbor’s domination and cites distrust of Britain’s aims as justified by experience.
The article critiques Governor Green Halge and Attorney General Knowlton for relying on a narrow legal opinion regarding Curtis’s appointment as a Boston police commissioner. It argues the opinion is a broken reed and not a safe basis for the Governor to act, noting the Supreme Court’s pending decision may alter the outcome.
The piece asserts the Monroe Doctrine meaning the United States will oppose any European monarchical interference with republics in the Americas. It condemns Britain's occupation for debt as a defiance, insisting alternative means should be used to collect fines without royal armies invading American territory.
The column notes Sergeant O Neil takes charge of Common Sundays patrols, visits the Common in spring, and observes speakers. It covers ex Governor Thomas Waller opposing a Taunton railway bill, a dilapidated pond scene, water color displays, librarian Herbert Putnam at the Boston Public Library, Miles Holden at a New York tea house, Tremont House ruins at night, and various social glimpses including architecture, a busy reporter, and local personalities like Justin McCarthy and McKim Mead and White.
A Boston editorial condemns the Senate for rushing through the Mayor's bill without discussion. It accuses the legislature of bowing to party machine power, undermining local rights, and attempting to rewrite the city charter to support Mayor Curtis.
The Attorney General presents a wary view on Governor Greenhalge’s appointment of Charles Curtis, suggesting the process may be illegal and urging caution. He implies the court may nullify the appointment, leaving Curtis to act only until a ruling is issued by the Supreme Court.
A local store promotes its best overalls jumpers serge suits and spring overcoats with reasonable prices. Orders placed today in the Custom Department will be delivered May 4. catalogue requests and Boys Suits available from two dollars upward. June and July orders should be registered now.
The Most Rev John Ireland archbishop of St Paul will speak at Boston Theatre next Sunday on American Citizenship. Governor Greenhalge and Mayor Curtis will preside and open the lecture with remarks. Railroads will delay last trains to 10 30 to aid out of town patrons.
Call today to receive a complimentary potted plant from the Washburn Credit House located at 465 Washington Street. Each visitor gets one plant, while supplies last.
Hartford April 26 report by State Insurance Commissioner Burton Mansfield states child insurance promotes thrift and provident parenting. He notes England has over 4,000,000 insured children and the U S has about 2,000,000. He finds mortality among insured children is lower than among all children and rejects murder-for-insurance charges without proof.
At the monthly meeting of the Council of Associated Charities Fall River members weighed child insurance and concluded that its advantages in a city of this size greatly outweigh potential disadvantages or exceptional cases.
After examining a herd of forty nine cows at Peabody owned by W H Watkins only two showed tuberculosis. A physician suspects milk from these cows caused two Lynn children deaths but a definite link awaits extended inoculations and microscopic tests by the State Board of Cattle Commissioners over the next month or six weeks.
Alderman John H. Lee marked his 49th birthday with 49 roses from City Hall colleagues including Barry Bryant Dever Flood Witt and Lomasney. City Clerk Mitch Galvin, via his brother the florist, arranged first class gifts and Mrs. Lee invited her husband to the theatre selecting the Black Crook at the Boston Theatre in the front row.
The Supreme Court reserved a decision yesterday in the guardianship case of six year old Mina Cunningham. Her mother is deceased and for four years she has lived with grandmother Mrs Mary J Moore of Charlestown Medford street. Father Augustine H Cunningham a Raperville druggist petitions for custody.
Civil service examination announced for the position of assistant inspector of buildings. Applicants must be able and experienced architects builders or mechanics who are U S citizens and have resided in Massachusetts in the past year and in Boston in the last six months. Applications available at the civil service commissioners Room 152 State House.
Pittsburg April 26 Standard Oil price for Pennsylvania field oil remains at 2.10 a barrel for the fifth consecutive day. On the exchange the first bid was 212 cents below yesterday's close. At 10 20 a m 204 was bid at Oil City.
The Boston Post is praised for its up to date holiday edition featuring a striking illustration of Paul Revere’s ride spanning past, present, and future. The piece notes the Post’s readability and status as a leading newspaper during the holiday period.
A vendor boasts a better syrup tomorrow at the same price. He thins the syrup with water to improve consistency and contemplates charging 10 cents more per gallon, then follows through and offers sharper value for customers.
Amid a sweeping market crackdown bucket shops collapse in Boston New York and Buffalo provoking suspensions and closures. Manhattan Exchange halts operations blaming Baldwin Bros and margin shortfalls as Allen and Burns & Morgan also fail across Utica Rochester and surrounding areas.
A fashion piece extols the skirt swing as a mark of definite style. It argues every woman can know how her skirt should look and that a poor swing reflects carelessness or thrift.
The article notes ways to economize by buying ready made skirts, choosing lengths at the misses department, and selecting fabrics like black serge moire silk and satin. It mentions moire fading in fashion, crepon and passementerie trims, and a pictured gown described as a crepon in green with black satin trim.
A large gathering is planned at St John’s Catholic Church on Blue Hill Avenue Roxbury tomorrow at 5 PM to discuss building a church for the proposed new parish. Rev Hugh P Smyth will preside and contracts may be signed if the meeting is satisfactory.
A remonstrance hearing on widening Harrison Avenue from Beach to Dover streets was held in City Hall before the Board of Street Commissioners. Proponents cited existing narrow widths and potential property value gains, with supporters urging immediate action. Cost is estimated at 130000, and remonstrants warned widening would affect Industrial Home property, though commissioners pledged to proceed when funds are available.
The Citizens Rescue Board of Boston established six months ago now runs a protective home and a discreet rescue home for friendless women. They plan a women’s training school and all night mission with board for 100 girls in central Boston under an experienced matron. A forty four–room building near the city center is available, with lease for five to six years. $5000 for repairs and $7000 for running expenses are sought from business firms or individuals, with profits from laundry and other work aiding support.
A pleasant gathering at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Henderson in Melrose Highlands marked their twentieth wedding anniversary. Guests presented valuable gifts as music by a male quartet including Hatch Hathaway Goodwin and Lord accompanied the event. Henderson was recently named chief train despatcher of the Western Division of the Boston and Maine railroad.
Dr Fulton announces a public meeting at Compeonniae hall on April 28 with a free seating crowd urged to attend early. The event, billed as a gathering for strength, references past stampin days and a discussion titled Does Dr Parkhurst Tome. Attendance is open to all and free.
Newbury street seances at 11 a.m. for materializations. At 2 46 p.m. a lecture on human destiny by W J Corrillo, then a 5 p.m. seance for manifestations. Public of all denominations invited to attend.
Aldee J. Joyal aged 18 was held at a Court Street hotel by Inspector Pinkey and Patrolman McFarland of Station 1 for larceny of $60 from Abraham Werby. Joyal allegedly shared lodgings with Werby and left the city after the incident.
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