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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1892
Page
4
The Boston Post offers to publish a gratis sketch when firms announce their anniversaries in advance. A representative will call to write the piece, tying the paper’s prosperity to local business success.
The text notes Davin Hutt Rick stepping forward for the top seat in the Executive Council. It questions RoceR Wocorr’s response and warns that if the Lieutenant Governor and others tolerate this swagger, the people might abolish both the council and the Police Commission.
The great year for candidates for Mayor in Cambridge features three pretenders opposing Mayor Alger, a Democrat, as halls and parties have all nominated. The public’s past judgment suggests Alger’s reelection is likely and no question should arise about his return.
Crowds at the open air car station by the Granary Burying Ground on Tremont Street stood bedraggled in yesterday’s storm. The piece notes this repeats a common scene and urges readers to sign Post petition blanks to support a shelter.
Senator Hoar writes to the Home Market Club claiming Worcester tour manufacturers are anxious. The author counters that manufacturers in Worcester and Boston are not anxious and cites city press testimony showing brighter prospects under tariff reform.
A gathering of Republican mourners in Augusta Maine heard Senator Frye credit laboring men in large cities for the McKinley defeat. He cited Amherst professors, Harvard faculty and other brain workers nationwide, calling it a grand rally of intelligence and industry that overthrew McKinleyism.
A discussion argues that ballot secrecy defies questioning after elections. It questions who marked names like Haile and Hamlin and why, noting voters could be from any party or in error. The piece concludes the only remedy would be another election.
The Chickasawbut Club debaters urge scrutiny of Homer Rogers on city improvements. They question plans for removing the Old State House and for a new City Hall, noting a Republican push and House veto over a Democratic mayor. The piece critiques Rogers and suggests Mr CurA TIs GUILD interview him for clarity.
The Daily Advertiser reports Lieutenant Governor Haile is likely to contest Governor Russell’s election. The piece argues the defeated candidate must apologize or prove his claim by bringing ballots to light, with Haile urged to decide promptly to preserve his reputation.
President McLrop of the anthracite coal combine testifies before a congressional committee that production limits and price increases protect workers. Yet miners suffer, earning about ten dollars monthly in Sept Oct and Nov, while coal profits rise. The note accuses the combine of enriching McLeop and starving families, charging New England consumers tribute.
The city press pushes speculation that Lizzie BorpDEN is insane to explain delays in the indictment. The piece notes no substantive new facts, cites grand jury adjournment without a bill, and challenges the notion of Lizzie's insanity versus alleged police and prosecutorial conduct.
The piece notes Republicans fear Democrat control of the Boston Police Commission and a potential liquor license fund of about 200000 dollars to influence elections. It questions how Republicans inferred this, asking if they have enjoyed the plum’s benefits in recent years.
Reports describe a large gray haired man with a goatee and ruddy complexion soliciting contributions for the Carney Hospital Fund. The fund was closed months ago and no one has authority to collect. Police should be contacted immediately when this impostor applies for subscriptions.
A collage of overheard lines shows actors debating comets French language Republican talk and a production of Uncle Tom's Cabin with witty exchanges and a playful, reflective mood. The bits hint at backstage banter and audience inquiries amid rehearsal chatter.
Personal news notes report Francis Parkman the historian is seriously ill at his Jamaica Plain home. The East Boston Argus Advocate editor Joseph B. Maccabe voices strong support for improved transit between his district and central Boston.
Jamies Manning of Fall River will captain and manage the Savannah Georgia ball team in the upcoming season. Ex-Governor Alonzo Garcelon of Maine may be seen driving a spirited young horse in Lewiston at age 85 with twenty three young horses in his stable.
John C. Eno, a famed American exile in Canada, is a notable Union Club member in Sunbury, Pennsylvania. The Sunbury Musical Society now owns the wedding march violin from George Washington's era. Pasteur is described as an unlicensed practitioner requiring a surgeon to perform lancets to meet the law. Gladstone once penned a tragedy in blank verse in Shakespearean style, which he read to Mrs. Langtry with unclear results. Dennis T. Flynn, future Oklahoma Territory Republican delegate-elect, was an office boy in Cleve land's Buffalo office fifteen years ago, later becoming a lawyer in Kiowa, Kansas.
Official returns from Columbus show Harrison leading Cleveland by 1 072 votes in the state. Tay lor wins Secretary of State by 1 029. Presidential totals: Harrison 405187, Cleveland 404115, Bidwell 264012, Weaver 14852.
A private session of Georgia Central railroad directors and creditors was held at H. B. Hollins & Co. to consider strategies to ease the railroad’s financial troubles.
Erneston New York November 30 James E Ostrander former treasurer of Ulster County Savings Institution was found guilty of perjury and sentenced to seven years in prison at Dannemora.
A New York Recorder opinion argues Massachusetts must amend ballot law to avoid a future unknown vote for a Democratic president, warning voters may be unknowingly bound by outdated rules.
Summary of the Gallia voyage and looming danger as the Gallians debate a second cometary encounter. Professor Rosette and companions witness a first collision that spares life and plan a giant hot air balloon crafted from the Dobryna sails to escape. The narrative threads to a mid November discussion on survival.
In a perilous plan to survive Gallia’s impending collision with Earth, the crew debates a balloon escape across two mingling atmospheres. Procopius warns of impossible odds, while Ben Zouf presses for a pre shock quit. Preparations complete by Dec 24, with Christmas observances amid growing tension.
The Post circulates shelter petitions citywide in Brighton Allston Brookline and Roxbury. Residents are urged to sign promptly and recruit friends. Completed forms will be sent to the Board of Aldermen for action. Quick signups speed relief and aggregate counts rise with every signature.
From the Haverhill Gazette the Boston Post faces a nine-cent amount in a law suit yet to be defended. The report hints the sum is insufficient to cover legal costs and hints at broader TUR implications.
Tillman was inaugurated at noon in Columbia in the House of Representatives hall. He said the state faced troublous times and agitation for aggressive reform, presenting himself as the exponent of change and urging progress through his counsel to the people.
Massachusetts man David Hall Rice, who calls Governor Russell “his accidency,” faces mock honors for impudence as the Union notes his audacious label. The contest over titles reflects political sniping and local press banter in Manchester.
A Gloucester clergyman states five intelligent voters told him they voted for both Haile and Hamin, indicating deliberate cross support in the election.
The 19th century battle between Oriental Coal Oil and Standard Oil ends with a sale of the Oriental estate. Once thriving near the navy yard, the Boston and Maine sale follows Standard Oil’s market squeeze, leaving a 100000 square foot Chelsea Street frontage property off Chelsea with 370 feet, Scott Street 340 feet, and 412 feet water front, assessed at 47000.
John Joseph Maguire Democratic candidate for Alderman from the sixth district was born in Boston January 4 1850. He served in the Civil War with the 56th Massachusetts Volunteers and was wounded in the Wilderness. Postwar he became a painter rising to foreman and later chief draw tender of bridges. He served in the Legislature in the 1880s and is active in Charlestown Ward 13 circles with strong G A R and civic ties.
The Journal is accused of sensationalizing the Lizzie Borden case over ten days. Reports claim the grand jury was pressured by Pillsbury to indict, then that no true bill would be found due to insufficient evidence. The paper also linked internal quarrels to sensational headlines about Lizzie Borden and the so called wild eyed man.
A French worker named Israel Precault, age about 25, died after his clothing caught in a belt at the Rhode Island Locomotive Works. He was repairing the belt when he was dragged into the shaft, tearing his clothes and wounding him severely. He died almost instantly and leaves a widow.
Lonpoon November 30. Leaders of the unemployed workingmen have asked Mr. Gladstone to receive a deputation. It is not known whether Mr. Gladstone will grant access or respond to the appeal.
An article describes arranging a little girl's room with blue and cream decor, daffodil motifs, and coordinated accessories. It highlights tasteful wall coverings, bedding, curtains, and furniture, promoting a restful, feminine space. Messrs. John H. Pray, Sons & Co. at 658 Washington Street showcase carpets, rugs, and drapery materials.
Municipal election days vary by charter with four possible dates. This year December elections split into batches: December 6 and December 13. Cities listed include Brockton Cambridge Chelsea Chicopee Fall River Fitchburg Gloucester Haverhill Holyoke Lawrence Malden Marlboro New Bedford Newton Northampton Pittsfield Quincy Waltham Woburn Boston Lynn Newburyport Salem Worcester Everett Lowell Medford Boston and others follow the three or two batch pattern depending on December’s start day.
The annual report by Chief Post Office Inspector Wheeler to the fourth assistant postmaster general shows 1384 total arrests for all offences in the year, with 231 among postal employees. Of 3802 investigations, 1307 were well founded and losses traced to employees totaled 105, while 297 stemmed from employee carelessness.
Washington November 30 report by Commissioner Raum shows 876,068 pensioners as of June 30 1892 up 199,908 from the prior year with 222,987 new pensioners added and 2,477 restored to the list. Total fee expenditures reached 139 055 612 dollars and current year appropriations total 144 956 000 dollars with an estimated 10 508 621 dollar deficiency. Dependent and disability claims number 920 957 with 403 857 allowed. payments to date 76 494 443 dollars.
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