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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1891
Page
4
A compilation of witticisms and mini-sketches from a street corner column. It lampoons overhyped sales, mimics chatter about a minister shortage, and pokes fun at fashion and social pretensions. Notable lines reference a green doctor, instalment plans, and a skating accident that breaks the ice.
Subscriptions prijzen and address change instructions for The Post. Readers unable to buy the paper at stands, streetcars, trains, or nearby cities should report the fact to this office with current and future addresses.
Listings for Holls Street shows at 2 and 8 with The Kendals in Still Waters Run Weep and The Weaker Sex. Cotvusia Theatre presents Mr Wilkinson's Widows. Tremont Theatre features Alabama. Boston Museum shows A Sailor's Knot. Boston Theatre presents Carmen. Park Theatre hosts Neil Burgess in The County Fair. Grose Theatre features The Hanlons in Superba. Grand Orrra House presents McKenna's Flirtation. Howard Athenium offers Howard Athenium Specialty Company. Palace Theatre runs Dora Wiley and Variety from 10:30 a m to 10:30 p m.
A brief notice reports a week’s rise in circulation figures for a publication. It notes the percentage gain and references the publisher. The item highlights improved circulation metrics and potential impact on reach.
The New England Shoe and Leather Association seeks to end the dating ahead practice in which buyers receive credit by dating bills after shipment. A committee led by Epwin L. Sprague finds universal opposition to the practice and urges a return to shipment-date billing. It proposes forming a national association to secure concerted action, noting Boston and Massachusetts importance to the trade.
Opinion argues Gentiles are a small minority in Utah and urges mass Gentile immigration to tilt political power, claiming Mormons would win any election without demographic change and warning that current Gentile influence in Salt Lake and Ogden misleads outsiders.
The article argues Utah lacks non Mormon higher education, with common schools under Mormon control outside Salt Lake City and Ogden. It notes parents must send children hundreds of miles away for real schooling and endorses Hunt and Harvey's appeal in Boston to fund Utah University as a practical stand against Mormon influence.
Mitts of Texas stands foremost among contenders for the next House speaker as tariff reform dominates the race. A caucus is expected next Saturday with about 225 Democrats in attendance, needing 113 votes to nominate. If support remains strong, nomination could be unanimous, with some desire for Mills among New England Democrats.
The article argues Boston can easily accommodate a large Democratic convention, noting the city's proven capacity. It cites Boston’s record hosting big gatherings, including the Grand Army of the Republic encampment, as evidence the convention would be well hosted and attendees comfortable.
A physician declares Mr Blaine is well and will be better in six months. The six month mark aligns with the National Republican Convention in Minneapolis where Blaine’s renewed strength is expected to show. Judge Scorr notes Blaine appears healthier yet less magnetic than a year ago, a contrast that fuels Republican intrigue and concern for Harrison.
The Boston Journal denounces sectionalism that pits Massachusetts against Pennsylvania and Ohio over coal pig iron and wool while arguing forgiveness for the South. It condemns demands for equal privileges for local manufacturers and workers as unpardonable.
The article argues that Massachusetts residents are enraged at their recreant representatives who sacrificed local interests to monopolists elsewhere. It states strong authority condemning neglect of family duties and criticizes the Journal for deeming such sacrifice unjustifiable.
Mr Horace G Allen accepts the Republican nomination for mayor and outlines a business like plan to curb extravagance complete public improvements and appoint on non political qualifications. He praises Mayor Matthews ability and the people see no need for change in leadership.
A Boston review of R A Woops’s English Social Movements explains university settlements like Toynbee Hall and Oxford House, their neighborhood focus, religious or secular aims, and the way London churches and nonconformist groups support the poor. It notes England’s Church of England influence, ritualist clergy, and social efforts to curb vice with education and clubs, urging Americans to learn from these efforts.
Fragment from Rogerius Herrick recounts Chloris walking in snow as Jove courts her with a silver shower. Feathered rain and white snow melt into tears and frozen gems on her garment hem. The tone imitates classic pastoral courtship and wintry imagery.
Yesterday at St Pauls Church Bishop Brooks conducted his first ordination service at 11 o clock. Joseph H Woods a graduate of the Episcopal Theological School Cambridge was admitted to the order of deacon. The bishop gave words of advice then the service proceeded with clerical assist.
A collage of humorous snippets from various papers. An exchange of flirtatious lines and social faux pas contrasts with a tenement boy giving candy and a watch buyer joke. A World’s Fair quip notes an exaggerated skyscraper, while regional dialect and cartoon captions punctuate the miscellany.
Herbert L. Harding asked Judge Morton for a $50,000 attachment against the West End Street Railway, claiming insolvency risk. The court held the precept in abeyance for possible renewal. The suit by William Austin Whitney targets the Malden & Melrose and Boston Consolidated lines seeking about $35,000 on three old judgments.
Mr John Stetson and Mr William Hanlon extend an invitation to Horace Mann School for the Deaf pupils to attend the performance of Supera at the Globe Theatre this afternoon.
Cambridge will provide precinct officers with an early evening lunch next Tuesday. The vote count is not expected to finish until late the following morning.
The Milford Times notes Gen Corcoran drew full Democratic and many Independent votes while Republicans push biased comparisons to undermine Gov Russell. It claims Corcoran seeks fair play, led Democrats and independents, and denounces cowardly attacks from rival press. The piece asserts Corcoran’s strong footing in Lt Governor race.
Foreman Thomas A. Quinn of John A. Lowell & Co. protests the Federal street drawbridge opening times. He notes he crosses at specific morning and afternoon hours, faces repeated delays, and argues draw tenders should keep draws closed during commuting hours to avoid lateness and fines for workers. He cites impact on workers and shopgirls losing money weekly.
Dr Van Duell gave a three part talk on Racine at Park Street Woman's Club. He praised Racine as the seventeenth century’s poet of love, noted his life during Louis XIV's era, and discussed Athalie's adherence to classical unities and grandeur. Voltaire called it the work of fanaticism.
The Young Men's Christian Union lecture committee announces a four Tuesday evening lecture series in December open to members and ladies by invitation. December 8 Rev W R Alger on The Rhythmical Element in Poetry. December 15 Alger on Tests of the Morbid and the Wholesome in Poetic Literature. December 22 John Baker aka W C Kentucky on A Trip Toward Siberia as an Exile. December 29 Siberia Its Climate and Exiles Political and Unpolitical.
The piece highlights Rev. William E. Wolcott of Lawrence as a bright Massachusetts preacher with sincere appeal, noting his newspaper background and kinship to U S Senator Walcott. It also recounts Harry W. Robinson’s humane reaction to media hostility and a misreported Springfield telegraph abstract of his remarks.
A collage of notes names young Virginia State Senator Walter A. Watson and Mrs E Burd Grubb presented to the Spanish Queen Regent. It mentions Emperor of Japan age thirty nine, painting by Frank B Carpenter presented to Queen Victoria via Minister Lincoln, Theodore Moss buying a theatre adjacent house to enlarge Palmer's Theatre, Rev Dr Joan R Paxton improving, Thanksgiving dinner causing trouble, Colonel John A Cockerill reelected NY Press Club president, Dr Seward Webb indifference to Union Club, Archduke Henry of Austria and his mistress died within a day, Governor Hovey of Indiana leaving manuscript ballad verse, Surgeon General Wyman urging a leper hospital, and Andrew Carnegie praised by Chauncey Depew.
In Broad Sound near the Graves the Damariscotta schooner H. Prescott bound for Boston with granite sank after a collision on Monday afternoon. Captain Redman Grant and the crew escaped in a small boat to Long Island, where the lightkeeper aided them. The Prescott, recently purchased for 2000 dollars, had no insurance and will be a total loss. Divers will remove the cargo of stone as wreck divers work.
The new Leyland Line steamer Philadelphian, 3500 tons, arrived yesterday morning in Boston from Liverpool, completing the voyage in nine days. Commanded by Captain W. H. Traut, known for towing the Werra safely to Boston, the ship earns praise for modern improvements and large capacity. Admiral Traut, beloved by Boston friends, welcomes passengers aboard.
The piece notes the Boston Post headline What a Policeman Thinks and argues a policeman cannot think or speak openly until after elections and police appointments are made, suggesting restraint in expression before official actions.
From the New Bedford Journal, Beard and Lodge are said to be working hard against the re-election of Mr. Barrett to the speakership. This is presented as one of the strongest reasons why Mr. Barrett should and will be re-elected.
The Journal announces the return of Stephen O'Meara to his editor post succeeding Colonel Clapp. He recently resumed day work after a period of convalescence and reports improved health with strength returning daily. He will keep plans private for now, but expresses optimism for the paper under his conservative, experienced leadership.
W L Chaloner and S S Frizzell exhibit watercolors at Unity Art Club Studio 184 Boylston Street closing fifth inst. F A Court street embossing. W E Norton Night gains praise abroad. Century gallery features Rafael Cole and others with varied interpretations. Puck and Wide Awake illustrate festive color and modern design in this December issue.
Depositors move faster to prove claims as 325 receiver s certificates are signed and issued. Dana loans are secured except possibly the second half of a joint liability totaling 27900. Dana may be liable if the other party does not respond. Five notes by Dana to Irving A Evans Co. were acquired by the bank without his knowledge. Cash deposits with the Sub-Treasurer reach 2119000 and a first dividend is hoped between 50 and 60 percent this week. Dana & Co. have paid 5600 toward loans and will pay the rest when called. AUSA Allen is authorized to hire needed assistants to gather evidence in Maverick Bank cases.
The Rev Maximilian Kellner assistant rector of the Church of the Messiah, is to succeed the Rev Dr Spalding as rector of Christ Episcopal Church Cambridge. The appointment results from a vestry meeting held Monday evening and covers December. Kellner also holds a position at St Johns Episcopal Theological School Cambridge.
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