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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1895
Page
4
A historical newspaper fragment from the Boston Post dated August 21 1898 notes republication of Democratic content in a morning edition. The item references the Representative Democratic Paper of New England and identifies the era's political press context.
The Post lists annual and semiannual rates for Daily and Sunday editions, with prices for one year eight dollars, six months one fifty, three months seventy five cents, and monthly twenty five cents. Readers must supply both current and new addresses for changes. Address and payment instructions note Boston office at 259 Washington Street and payment by check or draft to The Post Publishing Company.
The Valkyrie remains an unknown quantity despite being the fastest American boat, with Defender offering little new insight. The upcoming race in three weeks promises a spirited, amicable contest. American reception for Valkyrie is warm and genuine, contrasted with earlier British hospitality, showcasing distinct temperaments.
The last month of summer brings broad economic strength with higher wages in Lake Superior copper mines benefiting over 6000 workers since the start of August. Clinton carpet mills also announce wage increases as July’s prosperity extends into August, despite tariff debates. A vigorous fall trade is anticipated as August prosperity continues the July boom.
The announcement notes the closing of the Boston Clearing House and local banks on Tuesday, aligning with the Knights Templars parade day, signaling a ceremonial or commerce pause tied to the event.
The Post describes a citywide celebration where a holiday is proclaimed for almost all businesses. The triennial committee plans lavish decorations across public and private buildings with banners, insignia, and historic revivals. Electric lights will play a central, novel role in creating a dazzling, harmonious display.
The Superior Court yesterday imposed a ten year term in state prison for a recent shooting case. Judge Braley’s strong stance against firearms as a common tool of dispute marks a warning to Bostonians. The article notes rising gun habit and homicides, urging non violent self defense and trust in public protection.
The report of Alaska fur seal extinction is questioned as prices for realskin garments may rise due to a reduced seal catch. The piece compares seal collection to Delaware peaches, notes the long supply chain from Pribilov islands to English dressers and American furriers, and argues a short catch this year won’t cause immediate shortage.
The piece argues Spain bears immense costs in Cuba including a 1.5 million bank loan and rising military expenses. It warns interruption to Havana industry and decline in exports, especially tobacco and cigars, threatening the economy. It questions how long Spain can sustain the effort and implies letting Cuba go might be cheaper.
The Observant Citizen reports a festive crew from East Boston aboard the sloop Acteon en route to the Maine coast for ten days of enjoyment. Names listed include John Foley James McCarthy James McLaren John J Murphy and Councilman M J Leary among others. Also noted are John Stetson refining plans for a Globe Theatre site and George H Storer now assistant general passenger agent for Boston and Maine. A Catholic Total Abstinence Union tourist club is forming to attend the National convention in St Louis next August.
A breezy column mixes assorted vignettes from Boston society. It notes figures like ex Captain George J. Lovett and mentions Lawrence Lawson and others, then recounts a comic tale of a mistaken婚, a flirtatious Clementina, a letter of doubt, and a chaotic wedding near the end.
A Manchester, New Hampshire musician travels to Union Station in Boston to perform in the train shed. He plays flute and autoharp to a receptive crowd including a cleric, a dramatist type, and a young actor, delivering Foster’s melodies and songs like Annie Rooney and Nearer My God to Thee. The scene lightens the station’s mood as workers pause and crowds listen.
A man proud of a prize wins fame but receives a chilling demand from his estranged wife threatening his six children. He discovers a marriage banns to Clementina Wilks on the same day, causing unease as he recalls a strange letter left on his sideboard by Miss Witka.
The piece, translated from Mugurditch Beshiktashlian, recalls Armenian Zeitoun resistance against Turkish subjugation after 1876. It portrays a mother and child’s farewell as battle-scarred memory returns, with lines praising bravery and the fighters who defended their home.
South Boston begins work on a new Gate of Heaven Roman Church at I and Fourth streets replacing a burned building. Architect Patrick Ford designs a geometric Gothic cruciform sanctuary with two towers and a 1370-seat interior, aiming for an imposing, harmonious structure with Munich stained glass and oak finish and an estimated cost near $200,000.
A letter to the Post reports a $13.76 donation total from St Valentines T A and B Society and other supporters to help the widow and seven children of Mr Wills, the East Boston July 4 shooting victim. The piece also praises Hon John H Sullivan as honest, capable, and able to unite the Democratic party and lead the city.
A Constant Reader asks where to enlist in Boston and how old a boy must be. The answer notes enlistment ages from 14 to 17 and an apprenticeship until age 21, with the Charlestown Navy Yard as the enlistment place in Boston.
Edward Price of Boston, 66, fell overboard at the Albany wharf as sewers dump into the river. Passerby John Cook rescued him, hauling him to the dock in a half‑drowned state. He was taken to City Hospital and is reported to be recovering.
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