Misdirected Payment Notice Stirs Postal Query
A second class matter notice notes money sent at sender risk. Checks drafts and money orders should be payable to the POST PUBLISHING COMPANY. Address details include Boston office at 259 Washington Street and a postal link to Tribune Building New York via agent Arank Richardson.
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Post Publishing Company
Boston
Washington Street
Kew
Arank Richardson
Tribune Building
New York
Prophecies and a Massachusetts Governor Election Prediction
A reader cites two prophecies: first, the repeal within a month of the pig silver law by a Democratic Congress and Democratic President. second, the election of John E. Russell as Governor of Massachusetts in 1834. The note ends with a playful plea to paste these in one’s hat.
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John E. Russell
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Hill and Peffer Form Unlikely Senate Alliance
Senator Hill of New York joins forces with Senator Peffer of Kansas in a surprising political alliance. The pairing between a Western Populist and a machine-backed Democrat highlights a broader debate over national banks and Treasury administration. NY’s representation on finance matters is a concern amid the strange pairing.
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Senator Hill
New York
Peffer
Kansas
Treasury Department
Hill
Senate
Overhead Wire Tragedy Sparks Safety Debate in City
In the city center a worker, Thomas Wall, was killed by an electric current while on a roof, the result of failed overhead wire protections. The piece condemns legislative delay and urges action to safeguard citizens against similar deaths in future sessions.
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Thomas Wall
Extraneous Matter Suppresses Key Gas Inquiry Details
The gas investigation committee prepared a report but suppressed the most interesting portions citing extraneous matter. The cut sections relate to questions likely to arise later, yet the published version omits them. The editors are criticized for censorship and urged to resemble a live newsroom.
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Beast
Weil Dreyfus case: senior partner to pay debts dollar for dollar
The Weil Dreyfus & Co assignment drew public interest not for a trade failure but for speculation losses by the senior partner. Colonel Weil asserts all indebtedness will be met, dollar for dollar, and urges avoiding sensational tales while allowing the business to recover.
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Messrs
Weil
Russell's Strength Among Voters Outside Cities
Republicans optimistic about fall plans are reminded that John E. Russell is the strongest noncity nominee for Governor. His popularity outside Boston is real and widely known, presenting a practical, wise candidate whose ideas align with state voters.
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John E. Russell
Mr. Russell
Matthews
Boston
Russell
Massachusetts Farmer Admired Man Kept Plain Style
A steadfast Massachusetts farmer wins respect and admiration for straightforward talk. The speaker calls John E. Russell a no-nonsense man and notes the wind has carried through hen coops, signaling broad approval and practical influence.
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Massachusetts
John E. Russell
Massachusetts Duty to Help the Unemployed Remains Urgent
The passage argues that Massachusetts cannot tolerate New York style poverty and starvation. Rich Massachusetts residents should act as a Christian duty and good citizens to prevent such misery here. It emphasizes a humane difference in Massachusetts poverty and vows early remedies before a crisis develops.
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New York
Massachusetts
New England
Monopoly wages spark public demand in Boston dispute
Public opinion should force Brookline Gas Light Company to honor verbal wage assurances given to Mayor Matthews. The piece argues two dollars a day, the city rate for municipal work, is fair and accuses the Standard Oil Trust of cutting wages below market levels. It urges strict contract enforcement if the city cannot compel adherence.
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Brookline Gas Light Company
Matthews
Amory
Standard Oil Trust
Boston
Observant Citizen Notes Weather, Education and Local Views
Weather observer J W Smith will take over New York's weather duties for September as Mr Dunn vacates. The Longfellow house in Portland, Maine, was donated to the Maine Historical Society by Mrs Anne L Pierce. A Boston Catholic exhibit at the World's Fair showcases varied student work with diagrams and ink drawings. Katherine Lee Bates of Wellesley College has completed an outline history of early English drama. A Parker House chat on Massachusetts politics features John E Russell and Pillsbury with a partisan anecdote about carpet and a potential upset. John B Wright of the Haverhill Gazette travels, writes, and leads a local baseball team planning stronger effort next season. North Conway NH plans a coaching parade to rival Winthrop.
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J. W. Smith
Boston
Longfellow
Portland
General Peleg Wadsworth
Maine Historical Society
Anne L. Pierce
Sisters of Notre Dame
Secarcely
Katherine Lee Bates
Wellesley College
Parker House
John E. Russell
Pillsbury
William E. Russell
James E. Dennison
John B. Wright
Haverhill Gazette
John
Palmy
The
Herald
Naples
Boston Herald
Texas
Dallas News
Jayson
Elmira Gazette
Plain Dealer
Minnie
Puck
George
Ethel
New York Weekly
Picayune
Arkansaw Thomas Cat
Brooklyn Life
Tom
Jack
New York Times
Wright
Garner
Robbins
Chicago
Boston Colony Minds North Conway Decoration Event
The passage notes a strong Boston presence at North Conway for an event with many Boston visitors. Judges include Benjamin Champney, a noted artist, along with Mrs. W. Scott Fitz and Mrs. James Schuiler of Boston.
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Boston
North Conway
Benjamin Champney
W. Scott Fitz
James Schuiler
A Looker-On's Opinion on the Boston Post
Editor Grazier of the Boston Post asserts first place in local morning circulation among Boston morning dailies and announces the Sunday Post to debut on Sept. 10. His control of the Post is credited to a strong record in New York and Boston, signaling a vigorous rival to New England Sunday papers.
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New Bedford Journal
Grazier
Boston Post
The
Post
Boston
Sunday Post
New York
New England
Sick Baby Service Fund Status Report
Boston Post notes the Sick Baby Service fund status with amounts listed as ninety eight dollars previously acknowledged and a total balance of four hundred seventy eight dollars and eighty four cents. The post doctor’s report includes calls by Dr. C D E Ball on August 24 25 and 26 and total cases treated 868.
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Boston Post
Dr. C. D. E. Ball
All Sorts and Snippets from Odd Bits of Jests
A compilation of wry quips and jokes from various sources lampoons daily life. Social quips on cholera, grass widows, cheap goods, family peace, home life and flirtations pepper the collection. Snappy one liners include lines about gardening, fashion, and aging.
Hencoop Bon Mot From Waltham Tribune
John E. Russell contemplates a Democratic bid for governor and likens stump speeches to wind whistling through a hencoop. The remark recalls how his family’s figure, a younger Russell, rode to power on crowded campaigns.
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Waltham Tribune
John E. Russell
John E
Russell
Sunday Post anticipated by Boston reader letter
A Boston reader thanks the editor for a planned Sunday Post around September 10 and expresses well wishes for the free advertising column's success. The letter notes it comes from a beneficiary of the column.
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Boston
Mass
The
Post
Western Massachusetts Enthused
The Holyoke Democrat notes enthusiasm for John F. Russell as Democratic candidate. It argues Boston machine controls the Republican party while the Democratic party should serve voters statewide.
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Holyoke
The Rustling Russell
The Fitchburg Mail notes William E. Russell and John E. Russell as prominent Massachusetts figures in 1894 politics. It endorses William E. Russell for governor and presents John E. Russell as a strong alternative, praising the Russell family’s influence and leadership.
Boston Post to Print Sunday Edition Starting September
The Boston Post will begin a Sunday edition on Sept. 10. If run like the daily, it will offer a cheerful contrast to the current dreary desert of printers ink and paper in most Sunday papers.
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Waltham Tribune
Boston Post
Massachusetts Democrats Face National Crisis, Post Reports
The Waltham Free Press notes the Hoston Post's claim that Massachusetts Democrats confront a crisis similar to the nationwide turmoil. The article suggests the party faces urgent internal tensions and public voter concern, aligning with broader party challenges across the country.
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Waltham Free Press
Hoston
Democratic Party
Massachusetts
Drink for Health Dr Swett Root Beer Ad
An advertisement touts Dr Swett s Root Beer claiming it is brewed from simple roots berries and herbs like sarsaparilla hops and juniper. It lists sale points at railroad depots and stores on Washington Street and Tremont Street.
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DR. Swett
Washington Street
Tremont Stree
Ready for the melee in Boston newspaper scene
The Springfield Republic says Brother Grazier will publish the Boston Sunday Post on September 16 and aims to compete with the Herald and Globe, with ample space for newcomers as the field heats up.
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Springfield Republican
Brother Grazier
Boston Sunday Post
Herald and Globe
100th Time Of The Golden Wedding At Bowdoin Square
The 100th performance of The Golden Wedding at Bowdoin Square Theatre next Monday marks a historic summer event in Boston. Lizzie Evans debuts as Foxy the boat house girl with new scenes, while familiar stars like Raymond Hitchcock join the cast. The week also features Africa at the Boston Theatre, Paul Kauvar at Bowdoin Square, and Mme Favart at Tremont Theatre as the season showcases major rival attractions.
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Mme. Favart
Africa
Paul Kauvar
Bowdoin Square
Boston
the Park Theatre
James F. Hoey
Raymond Hitchcock
George Fortescue
Bowdoin Square Theatre
Paris
Coulter Brinker
John F. McArdle
Honore
Max von Mitzel
the Marquis
Esther Lyons
Diana
Elinor Carroll
Scarlette
Mm J. Jose
Geo. Thatcher
Africa Co
Boston Theatre
Revere Beach & Lynn R. R
Democratic forecast and Sherman act repeal prospect cited
John E Russell notes improvement of financial and industrial conditions under a Democratic Congress will boost party prospects. He says repeal of the Sherman act grows brighter daily, signaling renewed confidence and Democratic success. New Home Sewing Machine advertised at 160 Tremont.
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the Republic
John E. Russell
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Leicester
Peifer and Hill
Weil-Dreyfus
the Rich and the Four
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Sick Baby Service
Slimson
Willie
New York Sun
Washington Star
Puffanblow
Phoneyboy
Texas Siftings
Fitchburg
John BE
William E
Stanley Crepe
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Lyceum
Tremont Theatre
Pauline Hall
George Thatcher
Otis Harlan
John A. Coleman
Charles Stine
Harry Lightwood
E. C. Jobson
John Daly
Globe Theatre
Lawrence Hanley
Blanche Marsden
Comany
Miss Victory Bateman
Edith Lemert
Jennie Reiffarth
James A. Munn
Bhdwin Brewster
Russ Whytal
H. Percy Drayton
Clarence H. Taylor
W. H. Browne
R. F. McClannin
Herriet Aubry
Roland Reed
Mr. Reed
Tobias Pilkington
Paterson
N. J
Isadore Rush
Hattie Harvey
W. C. Andewson
Lyceum Theatre
Bingham
Sam Jack
Hollis Street
Joseph Arthur
Columbia Theatre
Peter F. Dailey
T. Buxton Lothin
Conrad Foster
Grand Opera House Stock Company
Sadie Martinot
Gilberte
Austin & Stone
OF Pines
Tremont
John Sons
Johnson
Isaac C. Whiter
Bridgewater
George F. Blair
Lowell
O. B. Ranlett
D. B. Trefethen
Portsmouth
Boston Fusilier Veteran Association
Baker Extract Co
ENJ. Johnson
Washington St
Old South Church
Grand Opera House
Walter Sanford
London
New Grand Opera House Company
Oak Island Grove
Finest Grove
Shady Grove
J. J. Sweeny
Oak Island
Pemberton Sq
Ustos Caledonia Club
This Grove
Boston Museum
New House
Rolaind Reed
Innocent
New Grand
Labor Day MA
Tinee
John Stetson
S. Matinees
Pauline Hall Opera CO
Offenbach
Madame Favart
Edwina
Eugene Tompkins
Palace Theatre
WM. Austin
F. J. Pilling
Evans Entravaganza CO
Sadie Stephens
Annie Carter
Spencer Edwards
Rowdown Theatre
Chas. F. Atkinson
Cleveland
Appleton & Bagnett’s
Connolly
Adams House
Howard Athen
Lorurop
Austin&stone
the Museum
United States Engineer Office
Provincetown Harbor
Inc
S. M. Mansfield
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