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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1892
Page
4
Letters to the Post praise Carney Hospital for unsectarian care and humanity. A City Hospital trustee, A Shuman, and Rabbi Raphael Lasker affirm equal help for all creeds and nationalities, noting efforts to ease pain and suffering.
A Augusta dispatch to the Boston Journal notes Mr Blaine will tour the country in support of Mr Harrison's candidacy. The piece praises Blaine for meekness amid disputes with Mr Bearny, who claims credit for work and was elbowed from the Cabinet by the President.
The July report notes a large reduction in civil and miscellaneous expenses, War Department costs, and total outlays compared with July 1891. The change follows the shift from a billion-dollar Republican Congress to Democratic control, prompting questions whether economy or funding delays drive the apparent solvency.
The plan to widen Tremont by moving sidewalks to form arcades under storefronts gains support as a swift fix for congestion. Advocates say safety, convenience, and elegance rise with the idea, suggesting Washington Street as the next target. The Post notes its own arcade could extend along the street, backing a broader rollout.
The Republicans are accused of taking steps toward despotism by empowering the President to levy or repeal taxes under the McKinley bill. The piece argues taxation is a core people’s right and transferring it to the executive violates constitutional principles and property rights. Charles Sumner’s rebuke to earlier powers is invoked to illustrate the danger of centralized authority.
The Massachusetts Democratic party contemplates a strong second-place choice for the ticket as General Corcoran’s absence reshapes the field. Possible candidates include Harvey N. Collison Edward J. Flynn John H. McDonolley William S. McNary Michael J. McEttrick James B. Carroll J W McDonald Ald Marlboro and other notable local leaders. The focus is on energy and experience to advance the cause.
The article flags a pivotal moment as Irish Home Rule aims to advance in Parliament. It notes a strengthened majority for Gladstone and Irish Nationalists in the Commons, forecasting a direct, unified push to overcome Lords resistance and shape empire history. The piece stresses this as a turning point and a hopeful, historic opportunity for Ireland.
Our neighbor Mars comes closest today, an event rare in years. The article notes the planet's proximity to Earth and that it will be years before Mars reaches this point again, emphasizing the vast distance even at its nearest.
The writer rebukes sensational Mars talk fueled by Lick Observatory reports, urging slow scientific progress over flashy claims. He praises Castle Island as a public treasure and thanks Congressman O Neill for securing the park, while noting public enthusiasm for the gem of Boston’s park system.
A collage of wry snippets covers jokes about post mistresses, formic acid in grasshoppers, re signing players, stage military stances, and a joke book title. It mixes quips on love, counterfeit fits, and labor troubles with brief mock dialogues from various sources.
Letter to the editor thanking the Post for recovering wages through the Post lawyer Mr Clifford. Mrs Netarulus at Causeway Street, city expresses gratitude.
A Louisville Courier-Journal summary reports the Carnegie infant case has cost within weeks a million dollars, twelve lives, a pair of militia thumbs, an attempted assassination, several lawsuits, and numerous lies and oaths.
Local lists show totals and acknowledgments for subscription drives in South End East Boston Chelsea and East Cambridge. Contributions include 50 and 25 dollar levels to build a fund, with a grand total of 87 737 57 and 21 opportunities left for 6100 more subscriptions.
Special Officer Shields of Station 5 takes a two week vacation in Maine. W Clifford joins Judge Hutchinson creditor committee to straighten affairs. John Teevens now sports only a mustache and enjoys checkers. John A Collins named registrar of voters and aims for State Senate after House defeat. Fred A Choate and wife enjoy Natick summer and daily drives. Col Harry Atwood celebrates Congress candidacy after Gallagher declines. Dr Hale starts serial A New England Boyhood in August Atlantic recalling Boston childhood days with notable contemporaries.
Congressman Hoar translates speeches into Latin. William W. Crapo visits Nantucket and meets ex Senator Spooner. Brockton’s George W. Penniman tours the continent seeking material for lectures. Vermont artist Henry Gordon Hardie will paint Senator Proctor for the War Department. Ex President Hayes, visiting Brattleboro, favors negligee shirts. Springfield collector George Walter Vincent Smith plans to donate his art treasures to his city.
The report names Representative Cable of Illinois as the best camp cook in Congress. William J. Stone, Democratic nominee for Missouri governor, is a 44 year old lawyer. Catholic bishops like Messmer of Green Bay are rare. Rev. Charles F Hoffman donated 25000 to St Stephen's College, bringing his total gifts to 175000. Chauncey Depew notes he sleeps over eighteen hours daily while at sea and must rest in installments.
A citizen signs as a patron and friend to humanity urging conductors to focus more on gathering passengers rather than nickels. The letter from 8 Oliver Street argues improved crowd control and efficiency would better serve the public.
The Post invites conundrums to the Conundrum Editor in Boston with originality valued. Entries must note originality, date contributions, and may be brief. examples include jokes about editors, newspapers, and city life, with prize in gold eagle.
A veteran from Northwood New Hampshire writes to the Post arguing tariff and tariff-based taxation hurt him more than his 144 dollar annual pension. He praises Grover Cleveland as the soldier’s friend while admitting he never voted for him. The letter reflects old soldiers thinking during the 1892 election season.
A Paris Herald item describes a blue surah gown with black speta and beige crepon skirt. The outfit features matching braces and a buttoned back and front, a full surah blouse with sleeves in the same style, designed for ease of movement.
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