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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1893
Page
4
The Post notes Cleve land warns against US involvement to restore the deposed Hawaiian Queen. It criticizes past Stevens and Harrison actions as harming national honor and asserts Washington must stay hands off if Hawaii desires a monarchy, avoiding an edifying opera bouffe spectacle.
An editorial argues against a looming no license vote in Boston, noting the narrow pro license margin in the past and warning that prohibition would harm Boston’s economy. It urges considering the broader impact on wholesale brewing, innkeeping, and retail trade, contending temperance would hurt material prosperity as well.
President Cleveland urges immediate tariff reform in line with popular will. He warns Congress against distraction until the reform is enacted, stressing that delay could erode public trust and bring disaster after recent economic and political upheavals. The message links the Wilson bill to this urgent reform.
Reform remains the task and the Congress, meeting days ago, bears the imperative duty to proceed. The record notes the assembly’s outlay of time and energy toward structural change, urging prompt action and accountability.
The article reviews President Cleveland’s reputation as a writer of political messages. It notes two famous monographs, the 1887 tariff reform message and the extra session silver purchase act, praising their clear handling of single topics. It contrasts this with the challenges of broad departmental overviews and finds his current message broad yet engaging with specific, plain ideas on many issues.
The Nonantum Worsted Company allegedly forces workers to endorse managers’ high tariff claims and to sign away rights under the employers liability law. The law protected operatives from injuries not caused by personal carelessness, shielding workers from corporate greed or unsafe conditions. Company demands override the law’s humane purpose, signaling strained employer employee relations in Massachusetts.
A Wyoming sheep farmer writes that the McKinley tariff on wool harmed both farmer and manufacturer. He argues for placing wool on the free list, noting his own price drop from seventeen to nine and a half cents per pound after McKinleyism. Free wool would lift oppressive conditions, boost industry, and lower prices for consumers.
The Observant Citizen reports Edward J. Flynn assuming duties as Fire Chief while Whitcomb shifts to other duties. A bronze tablet at Tremont Street honors the Boston Tea Party, placed by the Sons of the Revolution near Griffin's Wharf. Senator Leary tours western Massachusetts towns after returning from Holyoke and Springfield. Charles of the Jamaica Club leads in rooting for the club’s bowling team, and Joseph Norton emerges as a young leader on Ward 14 politics. James Joffrey Roche runs his Pilot editorial sanctum from a hidden rear retreat off Essex Street.
The piece surveys Boston figures from editor Roche to state staffer Colonel Peabody, sea captain Quick, and shipping denizens on Commercial Street. It recalls Phil Jackson’s late night open wagon ride to Charlestown, plus a musing on childhood memory tied to Barnum’s circus and a librarian's reminiscence of Andrew Jackson.
In a city Schoolboys' Society reunion Joseph D. Jones, 97, recounted his Boston school days from 92 years ago. Buffalo resident George Hatwell, 86, helped build the Albany Schenectady railroad around 1830. Swedish honors awarded to Senor Echegaray and Henrik Ibsen for translations. Theodore Timby, 71, claims invention of the revolving naval turret, connected to Castle William memories. Colonel Guy W. Henry, Seventh Cavalry commander at Fort Meyer, awarded a bronze medal for gallantry at Cold Harbor in 1864. later distinguished as an Indian fighter.
William J. Snow of Boston Highlands and Miss Catharine M. White of Providence were married at the groom's father's residence on Renfrew Street Saturday evening. Alvin Snow served as best man and Emma Peters was maid of honor. A reception followed as guests admired a display of gifts. The couple departed for New York on the midnight train and planned to return December 7, 1893 to their new Roxbury home on Dale street.
A reader asks if the surname Roach is purely Celtic or of Norman French origin. The letter cites authorities split on Roach versus Roche or Roache, noting Irish derivation from An Roisdigh, and mentions historic Roche familles in Cork, Fermoy, and Castletown Roche Burke with the title Viscount Fermoy once held.
A reader criticizes a November 16 article by Doctoria on contagious disease and urges more light from doctors. The letter argues dogs spread illness, urges prevention, and questions if a shaggy dog from a pest house should be allowed on West End railroad cars. The writer signs BE Paige.
Boston patrons welcomed the Warde James company in Julius Caesar at Bowdoin Square, praising Brutus James and Antony Warde while noting mixed success for supporting roles and plans to stage Francesca Da Rimini next. W. H. Crane’s Brother John at Tremont drew strong notice with Martha Morton’s new play and a clean, American-tinged drama.
A five act drama set in the Civil War centers on Captain Howard Herne loyal to the Union and his half brother Geoffrey Goldchester who backs the South. Howard's wife is drawn into conflict and infidelity with help from Inez De Nirney. The play follows Howard as a battleworn heartbroken husband who, after capture near Vicksburg, is eventually reunited with his wife. Strong singing and comedy lighten the action. J J Dowling leads with Mina Gleason and a capable company.
The Hollis Street Theatre hosts a near sellout crowd for a performance of The Private Secretary by author actor William Gillette. He remains a crowd favorite with his peculiar humor and strong company including Woodward Archer Sutherland and Fortier. The run in Boston lasts two weeks before John Drew takes the stage. At the Grand Opera House this week Walter Banford presents The Struggle of Life a scenic melodrama to the public.
Manager Bingham unveils a newly organized May Shaw burlesque company featuring a large group of young ladies selected for charm. The police ball showcases a 24-woman drill in natty costumes along with lum tum swells, Quakers dancing, and a Descriptive song with effects On the Bowery. The show includes the Bogie Man illustration, Tannakas Japanese magicians, Verna the facial artist, Tom and Mrs McIntosh sketches, Kissell bayonet drill, Genaro dance artistry, and The Moor s Bride burlesque with exotic roles. Lily Clay burlesque company arrives next week.
Harry Crandall and his company opened a week at the Palace Theatre with A Busy Day. The audience filled both matinee and night shows, applauding Crandall and the witty ensemble. The cast, including John Stewart Henry Clark and Francis Fahey, delivered lively comedy, song, and specialty acts. Bertoto performs a Carmencita impersonation and a vision dance, while every matinee features a piano copy of Mary Shane as a courtesy.
Mile Nana Montamer braves five Nubian lions blindfolded under armed guards in a bold debut at Austin & Stone's Museum. Frank Bostock announces the exhibition as the crowd cheers. The performance, plus vaudeville acts and other features, elevate the week’s attractions in Boston.
The Globe Theatre closes the Wilson Barrett engagement with Virginius drawing large crowds and a packed house. Othello Hamlet and Ben-My-Chree are among next week’s offerings while The Girl I Left Behind Me shines at the Columbia for its fourth week. John Drew arrives for two weeks at the Hollis with The Masked Ball and Butterflies, and The Black Crook remains popular at Boston Theatre as Ward and Vokes bid farewell. Natick hosts a Mary Bradford Nute recital and Natick town audiences welcome Mary Nute and the Ruggles Street Quartet. The Boston Theatre Graham concert features Reeves American Band with tickets set at 25, 50 and 75 cents.
Walter M. Twombly of Boston writes to deny attending an Independent Democratic meeting for Thomas N. Hart. He states he supports Nathan Matthews, Jr. for re-election and will vote accordingly. The letter is dated December 4 in Boston.
The Most Rev Dr Thomas Joseph Power Roman Catholic bishop of St John’s Newfoundland died today at age 63. The Post’s superb World’s Fair Portfolios Nos 1 2 and 3 are now available at the Post office with No 4 expected Thursday. Call early to avoid crowds.
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