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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1895
Page
4
Senator Hoar takes a clear stand against the A P A as a secret political and social movement, offering frank leadership to Republicans. Governor Greenhalge's stance is understood, but Lodge, twelve Republican Congressmen, and Mayor Curtis remain undetermined in this brief opinion piece.
The article argues both parties will target New England for their 1896 presidential candidates. It highlights Maine’s Tom Reed as a formidable Republican option and praises Massachusetts for producing strong leaders including Cleveland. It also notes prominent New England families like the Russells as political material.
General Campos resigns the captain-generalship of Cuba and urges autonomy as Spain faces 52,000 troops on the island with 30,000 more planned. Diseases and wounds have left 10 percent hospitalised, with many dead, making continuation imprudent for Spain.
Boston prepares for a large conclave with careful planning for receptions and entertainment. Practical organizers coordinate extensive arrangements to welcome visiting members and a wide public audience, signaling a significant civic event and notable gathering in the city.
The piece argues over a possible third term for President Cleveland, noting his firm principles and the potential to win without endorsement. It compares historic objections to consecutive terms and considers how the 1896 decision will reflect national interests amid party dynamics.
Governor Flower voices view that the third term tradition will exclude Mr. Cleveland from the Democratic convention, signaling a shift in party strategy.
The piece argues bicycles may spark lasting fashion shifts beyond sport with knee breeches regaining favor. It notes men and others already adopting the old garment, praising its grace and comfort both on and off the bike as society may move toward its revival.
The Library hall floor shows cracks and wax work is underway to fix it. Dick Roach saves a child from an electric car on Hanover Street. Noted author Rudyard Kipling and actress Mme Modjeska sail from Southampton to New York. The Plymouth Cornet Band performs weekly at the rink drawing praise from musical circles. the “Post March” two step directed by Damon draws heavy applause.
In a rural district a bid for General Court seats centers on Uriah Tarpaulin a wealthy retired whaler and staunch prohibitionist. His rival Jed Brewster faced opposition over alleged intemperance as Tarpaulin wins the primary and hosts a jubilant materiel gathering, while local factions plot last moves.
A rowdy social at Peleg's Turnpike features Uriah Tarpaulin serving cider and champagne to Jed Brewster and local figures. Drunken revelry leads to Parson Higgins excoriating the crowd as reform talk collapses and Jed Brewster returns to the Legislature.
The America testimonial committee closes its labors with the purchase of a life size oil portrait of Rev. Dr Samuel F Smith of Newton Centre by artist Peixotto. Treasurer Edward W Hooper accepts the work for Harvard and it is to hang in Memorial Hall Cambridge. The committee lists Curtis Guild as chairman and names other officers who supported the effort.
A letter to the Post asks when state house changes will finish and when the Public Library Trinity Church subway Tremont Temple obstructions Shaw statue and other city works will be completed. The writer queries conditions on Gardner fountain Tremont House corner and possible new Music Hall City Hall and street widening. G. C.
A reader pleads with the editor to pressure Tremont Street shops in the South End to shut three evenings a week, or at least two, to reduce lighting costs and improve working girls’ lives, noting Washington Street shops already do so.
The Boston Post exposed that Mrs Gardner is not dead nor sleeping but active and resisting monotony on the prairie, a contrast highlighted by the Lowell News report.
Attorney General Harmon, vacationing with family at Nantucket, visited the President at Gray Gables. He arrived late yesterday, enjoyed a brief fishing trip on the President's new launch, and returned for lunch.
About 100 members of the Knights of Lucitania of Boston with their families enjoyed an outing at Melville Gardens. They arrived by boat and spent the day dancing and playing games.
Tillie Salinger, new Castle Square prima donna, stars as Angele in Amorita with stylish costumes and strong support from Edwin Stevens in The Sphinx. Boston theater scene buzzes over plans for a 100th performance souvenir and the Garrick troupe led by James W. Slocum arrives for the museum season.
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