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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1893
Page
4
The piece argues that Republican propaganda overstated prosperity under Harrison while criticizing the Democratic shift. It claims the country suffered from four years of Republican extravagance and folly, and that recovery is possible only as the Democrats enact reform and repeal the Republican silver policy.
The burglarizing of post offices has risen to a New England industry with nearly forty safes blown open in the summer across the region. The illicit “product” is valued at about ten thousand dollars, an infant industry that could grow if fostered, yet federal law so far curtails it as it does iron works.
The silver debate in Congress drags on with reiterations on both sides. The two weeks of discussion sharpen voices and lay out daily life implications, but no vote will change due to rhetoric. Silver advocates gain time, yet the outcome hinges on repeal and policy decisions.
The Behring Sea Tribunal rules against the United States on theoretical points but grants stronger protection for seals. It denies U S exclusive rights beyond the usual three miles, sets a May to July close season, extends the protection zone sixty miles around U S islands, and bans firearms in sealing, with enforcement by the signatory nations.
The decision largely sides with the United States while opposing indemnity for seizure of British sealers under congressional law. The concession is framed as a small price for a final settlement on advantageous terms.
The Boston Post notes shifting Republican support as Wolcott withdraws, Hart and Greenhalge loom as hustlers, and Whiting’s restraint cited. It lists officials and anecdotes from rail officials John Adams to Rev Dr Meredith, plus inspector changes, a Harvard graduate secretary, and local civic notes. Also mentions Canadian migration due to mills, and a New York song catching on with Lottie Collins.
The Cambridge Gas Light Company directors vote to cut charges by 1.35 per thousand feet, a small but voluntary concession. Malden and Melrose residents file petitions with gas commissioners seeking lower prices, continuing a reform movement sparked by Boston’s year‑long fight for cheaper gas and spreading to cities and towns statewide.
Senator Voorhees’s bill allowing national banks to issue circulating currency to bond par value was blocked by Senator Cockrell in the Senate. The measure advances to the calendar as Voorhees vows to call it up today, with Cockrell arguing for parity in privileges for the people.
The Newport to Cottage City run offered a first look at the big sloops under trial conditions. Vigilant led the field in time and merit among Pilgrim absent, suggesting strong cup defender prospects, though historic results remind caution as past Boston boats won on formal trials. General Paine's Jubilee is noted for solid performance.
A Parker House corridor scene recalls Charley Prince and Dr. Nichols at City Hospital. Mayor Matthews, improving, may leave hospital soon while Archduke Franz Ferdinand may visit America aboard Kaiserin Elizabeth. Gov. Waite of Colorado is humorously invoked in a martial mood.
A French paper clipping shared by Consul General Collings pokes fun at Blane the "free carriage" leader. It reports Blane predicting Congress will link repealing the Sherman silver law with a free carriage measure, claiming the move shifts silver to the West and gold to the East.
In Bombay on August 15 during a religious riot about fifteen hundred Muslims and Hindus were arrested. The death toll is unknown and many injured in hospitals are expected to die.
London reports Queen Victoria remains in strong health denying paralysis rumors. She enjoyed a brief cruise on the royal yacht today.
Paris dispatch notes L Univers reports Archbishop Ireland’s letter asserting the Pope did not blame him for his stance on the school question. The communication addresses tensions surrounding church education policy and church leadership.
Young readers enjoyed a mid summer sunspot viewing at the telescope, while Old Sol hid behind clouds delaying a full look. The telescope man, Jimmy Hatchet, urged more coupons and promised another session, as curious children learned astronomy by observation.
In New York on August 15 Cardinal Satolli celebrated pontifical high mass at St Patrick Cathedral on Fifth Avenue. The crowd reportedly exceeded that at his consecration. In honor of the Assumption feast day the vestments were described as of pure...
A Boston reader praises the Post for offering coupons that allow anyone under 16 to use the telescope on the Common for free. The writer hopes three clear days will be available to spark interest in astronomy among children and thanks the paper for the initiative. Jupiter Aug. 14, 1893.
A collage of comic snippets from several papers lampooning life, vanity, and human foibles. Jokes, cartoons, and social mockery reference detectives, editors, lovers, professors, and a can of dynamite. Names like Jayson ALL SORTS and publications Globe. A brisk parade of light, satirical lines.
At St Patrick's Cathedral Archbishop Corrigan and Fathers Conelly and Lavelle led a solemn ceremony. Mer. Satolli appeared in full pontifical vestments as crowds swarmed pews and doors were forced open. The ablegate and delegates occupied specially prepared thrones as candles lit the nave and the organ sounded.
The Boston Post reports on the Sick Baby Service fund status with figures noted as previously acknowledged and total receipts. It lists postdoctor reports and calls by Dr C D E Ball, detailing August activity and totals for cases treated across dates including August 14 and August 15.
Aug 15 dispatch reports general uneasiness as cabinet turmoil prompts troop mobilization and doubled public building guards in Buenos Aires. General Olivera named Governor of Buenos Ayres Province after Costa’s deposition. A state of siege may be proclaimed nationwide while La Plata unrest continues.
Madrid reports the government will prevent Cuban gold exports to the United States. Commercial circles remain anxious about rumors that Spain may demand gold payments of customs dues. The measure aims to curb gold outflow amid tension.
Worcester August 15 The twenty eighth annual reunion of the Twenty-fifth Massachusetts Regiment drew over two hundred veterans to Leicester as guests of Comrade H A White. Daniel Kent presided at the church gathering with sermons by Rev Samuel May Rev A H Coolidge and Rev Father John Redican General Josiah Picket replied. Dinner for nearly three hundred followed at the Town Hall with speeches and Worcester Brass Band music as the town wore festive decor.
Paris reports the Behring Sea arbitration tribunal sided against the United States on key points of Article 6 establishing a close season from May to July and a sixty mile protection zone around islands. Pelagic sealing remains allowed outside the zone with firearms prohibited. reactions in New York Washington London praise the terms as favorable to U S and British interests, noting high officials view the decision as a seal protection triumph despite U S objections.
A reader argues the unemployed are the idle rich at summer resorts and floating palaces. He mockingly proposes drastic tariffs, open immigration for the poor, price-fix rents, syndicate control of farm goods, railroad favoritism, and eight dollar daily wages to keep laborers dependent, concluding with a call for patriot millionaire rulers.
Five new members were received as novices by the Sisters of St. Joseph in Springfield. Bishop Beaven gave the address. Names include Ellen Smith who becomes Sister Mary St Michael, Abigail Speight as Sister Mary Rosarita, Mary McGuire as Sister Mary Francis Borgia, Mary Carrow as Sister Mary Alepius, and Mary Barry as Sister Mary Sebastian, along with fifteen existing novices taking solemn vows.
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