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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1893
Page
4
The Boston Post issue notes publication details and postal information for the morning paper dated August 1, 1893. It mentions rates, money orders payable to the Post Publishing Company, and second class matter status.
A remark highlights placing clever ads in The Post to draw attention and dollars, noting The Post’s larger circulation than any other penny newspaper in New York.
The Daily Advertiser reports that the late Secretary Windom did not request Saltonstall's resignation. Windom would correct the error, noting he asked for resignation for good reasons, which Saltonstall refused. The correspondence followed Saltonstall's removal before his term ended.
Poor's Manual reports 4425 miles added in 1892 and total U S railroad track at 175223 miles. Capital stock reaches 4920555225 dollars with bonds of 5463611204. Net earnings total 358638520 on operating costs 846633503. Massachusetts mileage doubles since 1800, capital per mile rising sharply.
The Adver tiser advises Collector Beard to avoid a holdover under a Democratic administration. Beard warned he would not pledge future conduct, saying he might face questions about his reputation if Raw would remain in power. The piece suggests his remarks were about Saltonstall’s past actions, not a firm resignation pledge.
Attuned to political tides, the Saltonstall parallel appears not to demand Beard’s removal but hints at policy contingencies. The Advertiser praises his plight yet presses Beard to clarify whether his remarks reflect genuine intent or fortify public doubt about his stance at the custom house.
The New Post presses on an eight page edition crowded with nineteen columns of ads. July circulation averaged 60,200 copies, and the paper states it is not croaking as it maintains production despite promotional clutter.
The District Attorney race frames as a test of zeal and efficiency after Allen’s resignation. Sherman Hoar is urged by Democrats to vindicate justice, finish Mavericks Bank wreckers cases, and aggressively tackle industrial trusts opposed by Republicans, signaling a wider reform agenda.
A strong call to eradicate policy shops in Boston criticizes their exploitation of the poor. It condemns these dens for preying on dime and nickel earnings meant for bread and clothing, urging police to continue actions beyond a mere ten dollar fine until all such venues are shuttered.
A Republican pamphlet criticizes Senator E. O. Walcott of Colorado for opposing repeal of the Sherman act and advocating free coinage of silver as a substitute. The piece warns that one senator can cause delay and urges sound-money Republicans to silence him promptly.
The Royal London Yacht Club race saw Navahoe fail to beat Valkyrie, a result that pleases American yachtsmen. The close finish, with Valkyrie crossing ahead by under a minute, adds optimism for future competitions and the potential return of the Bren ton Reef and Cape May cups with Carroll.
A reader recalls Mrs. Mary W. Sprague of Salt Lake City born in 1809 who joined the 1848 pioneer exodus and participated in Old Folks Day trips to Ogden. The piece also notes Arthur Bates leaving the MIT chair, the Governor Thomas Dudley Family Association events in Boston, and asks who is the most popular officer of the getant mynth Regiment with Father Lee appearing in local notices.
A column recounts memories of local figures and events tied to Boston society. It notes Mr. Adams, poet known as Yaweeb Strauss, and connections to Rev. Minot Savage. Observations include Roger Wolcott, John L. Randall, Chief Cheswell, Chief Webber, Dr. G W Hosmer, and Joseph Pulitzer's secretary.
An all sorts item recounts a dramatic scene where a woman turns deathly pale and blackens out, being described as a changed being in a Truth publication. The excerpt emphasizes a swift, transformative moment witnessed by observers.
A collage of humorous misreadings and wry exchanges from early 20th century papers. Vignettes include detectives seeking criminals, poets lampooned, and misheard weather scenes. Local shop talk and oddball dialogues capture a playful newspaper aura.
City treasurer Mr. Turner continues issuing $1000 certificates and higher at six percent interest from multiple sources in anticipation of upcoming taxes. The note outlines ongoing financing moves by municipal authorities.
Boston's St Marys Church sees the departure of Rev William H Duncan after fifteen years as pastor. He departs for Georgetown University to serve as procurator, having paid off the church debt and earned wide respect among parishioners and city residents. His successor Rev M J Byrne is moving to develop a new gymnasium and stage hall, with other relocations of Jesuit clergy announced for the North End and citywide parishes.
Amesbury July 31 social stir as James A. Berry files a $10,000 damages suit against William Briggs for alienating his wife's affections. Berry claims proof of infidelity after discovering his wife with Briggs, who had long been a social figure in the town. Berry has summoned numerous prominent locals as witnesses.
The New York World notes Gladstone has effectively carried Home Rule through the Commons but may not rush it to the House of Lords before dissolution. It suggests reform pressures in England and Scotland and hints at Liberal party tensions over prioritizing Ireland versus domestic concerns.
Wenham July 31 The Myopia polo players listed to meet Morristons tomorrow include A B Gardner Jr G Shaw Jr R M Sppraton L Agassiz and others The Morristons will play the same team they faced Saturday aimed at the afternoon match New England polo scene updates.
Frank Trayer, 30, of 26 Waverly Street in Lynn has been missing since last Monday. He is described as dark complexioned and has friends puzzled about his whereabouts. No further details are available at this time.
A Liberia display in the World’s Fair Agricultural building highlights a native hut, grass thatch, woven nests, war implements, and education slates inscribed in Arabic. It notes cotton fabrics on small looms, spices and dyes, and iron spearheads valued with prices reflecting social conditions.
The Governor William E. Russell becomes a prominent cyclist at Magnolia as he takes up an up-to-date pneumatic twenty eight inch Columbia wheel weighing thirty eight pounds. He started riding three weeks ago and is reportedly gaining power as a rider with no spills or funny falls noted.
The St Jean Baptiste societies hosted a gala day with Honore Mercier and O D Desmarais as guests at Lovell’s Grove. Attendees enjoyed speeches in French on Canadian independence and martial music at the Casino Building on Corengent Street, with several speakers including M Desmarais and Father Collins. Mayor Matthews missed the event due to his brother’s death.
Morill of Morrill Massachusetts or New Hampshire is reportedly not at home in Manchester New Hampshire since Wednesday. Workmen say Mrs Morrill left to stay with her sister and Morrill has remained indoors. Ed Leblanc hairdresser states he saw Morrill in the Windsor Hotel dining room in Montreal Friday night.
Charles I Morrill was part of the group that bought the Manchester telephone plant ten years ago and profited with forty thousand dollars. He currently owns no share of the telephone stock.
Round trip tickets from Boston available until October 31 at the city ticket office near State House and at Old Colony Station Kneeland Street. Send four cents for Cape Cod book and Brightest Summer Land, or one cent for Old Colony Manual with hotel lists and fares. Free issuance on personal application at 3 Old State House. George L. Connor, Passenger Traffic Manager.
Dr Moxom, head of First Baptist Church, returns to confront charges from a few malcontent members of his flock. He says the dissension is minor, describes the accusers as a handful, and offers no plan to resign, noting the spring church society met harmoniously. He married a couple at 3 pm, then returned home in Brookline.
John L. Randall, injured by John O. Marsh last week and treated at Massachusetts General Hospital, has recovered enough to go home to Arlington. Morse admitted striking Randall claiming self defense after an insult directed at Miss Jordan, Morse’s typist, while he was away. Doctors say Randall is practically recovered and discharged.
United Ireland lauds the Stars and Stripes as familiar as Ireland’s green flag while noting the cruiser Chicago’s visit. The piece reflects deep ties, recalling Barry, Old Ironsides, and Parnell in a praise-filled, patriotic meditation on the American battleship as a symbol of kinship and shared history in Ireland.
Members of branches L and B of the Order of the Iron Hall met at 724 Washington Street to discuss troubles and remedies. Supreme Justice McIntosh spoke, sharing the Massachusetts delegates’ report from the supreme convention in Philadelphia. They anticipate the salt issue rising again in October and say preparations are being made to protect the Dghts of the Pasiens.
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