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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1893
Page
4
The Journal assigns blame to the Democrats if Senate delay blocks repeal, while noting Republican Senators Teller and Wolcott differing stances and mining states voting to sway passage. The piece urges that Democrats accept responsibility and that the Journal adhere to its partisan stance.
Washington signals mutterings of filibuster and tactical obstruction to repeal. The public mood favors swift action. any opposition seen as harmful delay will not be tolerated. House already spoke, Senate must concur to avoid delaying the popular will.
The article denounces Senator Sherman for warning against altering tariff laws, blaming both the Sherman act and the McKinley tariff for current distress. It argues the two policies are twins and that relief requires ending McKinleyism and pig silverism, followed by a sound currency and tariff.
The nomination of Hon Edward J Flynn to be fire marshal of Boston is presented to the Executive Council for confirmation today. The piece urges confirmation, argues against partisan obstruction, and notes Flynn's qualifications while predicting political motives behind any refusal.
The article reassures readers that President Cleveland is not afflicted with cancer. It notes his health is fragile due to overwork but emphasizes his ongoing devotion to the nation and the public’s hope he remains strong to perform his duties.
The passage notes the neglect of his official duties and the ensuing penalty. It praises Mr. Cleveland as a man of rugged constitution capable of withstanding strain that would crush others and expresses hope for a swift return to perfect and robust health.
The Post published over 11 500 free want ads in August and helped at least 1000 unemployed seek work, though not all found positions. It may extend support by accepting paid wanted ads at half a cent per word. A new pastor, once Presbyterian, resigning after the Briggs trial, is described and listed with his upcoming Sept 10 sermon at 7 Marlboro Street.
Gladstone's yesterday speech on moving the third reading of the Home Rule bill argues for Irish self government and broad popular liberty. He rejects the idea of innate incapacity and asserts faith in national liberty as an instrument of education, signaling a move beyond local control to sovereignty of the people.
The arrival at Savannah of the steamship passengers eases fears of a great marine disaster. Yet the full story remains, as reports describe the storm's havoc along the Southern coast from sea islands to Charleston. The hurricane's path leaves widespread desolation and will be remembered as a historic event.
A letter from Lawrence asks if any Democrats in the House or Senate supported the Sherman bill. The reply states no Democrat backed the measure, describing it as a Republican party initiative driven by caucus and party whip. Democrats uniformly opposed it across both chambers.
Governor and Mrs Russell attended a clambake at Cook farm hosted by Colonel Spencer Borden with prominent local businessmen present. Rabbi Solomon Schindler denies rumors of leaving the ministry. Miss Charlotte W Hawes contributes to a New Cycle feature on General Oliver’s hymn Old Federal Street. A Cambridge electric car story recalls a courteous passenger exchange over a cigar. Rev Edward L Clark, elected pastor of Central Congregational Church, returned from four months in Europe aboard the Scythia.
A New England strike threat centers on the New York and New England line not Boston. Connecticut workers challenge proposed wage cuts while wishing for restored pay when business improves. Engineers conductors and other crews discuss terms and potential action with President McLeod's involvement anticipated.
A collage of quips and cartoons from Harper’s Bazar and peers features jokes about smoking, aging, arguments, and love. It includes a Brazilian lifesaver with money in his vest, socialites debating wealth, and pithy lines about cycling, noses, and yachting.
The report lists financial and service figures for sick baby care including previous acknowledgments, totals of 478.84 dollars, and doctor calls by Dr. C. D. K. Balt and Lug 30. It notes August 29 and 30 as treatment days with totals of 1138 calls and 2630 cases treated, ending with overall totals.
The Boston Post will launch a Sunday edition starting September 10. If the Sunday Post keeps news concise like the Daily Post, it should quickly win reader favor by avoiding blanket formats.
The Boston Post will publish a Sunday edition and the Record is expected to follow. Editors anticipate competition in Boston journalism as both papers chart expanded coverage.
The Salem News reports the Boston Post is pressing to push the Boston Globe aside as the metropolitan Democratic organ, signaling a power struggle within local newspapers. The remark reflects rivalries in the city press and political alignment.
Aug 30 Taunton reports the first car of the electric street railroad will be run over part of the road at 10 o’clock tomorrow. The line is about completed from West Village to Hopewell.
The New York Sun notes Josiah Quincy as chairman of the Massachusetts Democratic State Committee and John B. Russell as the gubernatorial candidate, praising Quincys campaign skills while questioning rival Pillsbury and hinting at Crapos influence, with lingering curiosity about Pillsburys identity and hometown.
The Globe Theatre presented The Player as a condensed Hamlet with Lawrence Hanley as Hamlet. Harriett Aubrey played Ophelia, Edith Lemmert the Player Queen, and R F McClannin Polonius. Scenes from Othello follow, with George Wadleigh overseeing the grand opening of Venus at the Park.
A satirical note on women’s introspection cites Jean Ingelow’s rueful remark about public perception. It mentions Lady Shelley withholding unpublished Shelley letters from Bodleian access for thirty years. The item also notes Germany’s first girls gymnasium opening this fall at Carlsruhe.
In a courting scene a young woman informs her father that she and George are in love and intend to wed. The father erupts with threats to bar the relationship, but the daughter stands firm and challenges his authority. The excerpt ends as she insists on marriage despite his anger.
A Detroit Free Press excerpt shows a confident champion athlete named George, described as young and healthy, telling an adversary he would pound them out of shape to defend his rights. The speaker urges submission to avoid harsh measures, noting the conference held earlier that day.
A country town widow contests a railway collision settlement offer. The solicitor argues a lower sum is fair given age and health, while she recalls a decade of courtship and mocks the idea of compensation merely for shoe leather and ammunition. The lawyer concedes she deserves all she can get.
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