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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1889
Page
8
The Boston Post challenges Mayor Thomas N. Hart over claims of partisanship, citing his letter to Republicans in Wards 14 and 15 and his appointment of Michael Meehan’s peers. It urges voters to consider unmet pre election pledges and demand reform.
Michael Meehan leading Independent Democracy pushes to shift employee votes to the mayoral camp. Sub foreman Eugene McCarthy, Dorchester district, suspended without cause after refusing to sign Hart nomination papers. Ratification meeting in Cabot Street watch house district supports Woolley in ninth aldermanic race.
A notice invites lawmakers to a December 7 morning meeting at Parker House to discuss methods and management of the House of Representatives. The event aims to consider what benefits the Commonwealth and the Republican party and does not bind attendees to any candidate. Barrett supporters also plan a noon meeting to back their Speaker candidate.
The 19th century social slogan lists Blood Brains Brass and Brads as the four B's. In comfort terms Brass Bedsteads are highlighted with prices from 7 to 75 dollars. Paine's Furniture Company at 48 Canal street offers a neat rich pattern this week for 20 dollars. Hollings's patent extension lamps at 647 Washington street are pitched as a splendid Christmas present.
Citizens question local support as prominent backers from 1888 are absent. Meruwan and Barr remain aligned, while the Independent Press and Post oppose him, the Herald and Record show indifference, and the Partisan Republican Press backs Harrison Brackett Hart Morse and any Republican nominee.
The Boston Post criticizes Mayor Hart for breaking his pledge to remove politics from city offices and to govern nonpartisan. It cites his re reading of past statements and accuses him of using partisan appointments to control the municipality, eroding independent citizen support.
Report notes two Republican rallies in South Boston and Ward 20 on December 4 where Hart was advertised to speak but sent regret letters. He allegedly attended a ball with city officials instead, drawing accusations of hypocrisy and double dealing in Massachusetts politics.
A campaign portrait of Owen A. Galvin describing him as a capable Democrat with strong ties to Boston. He is praised for advocating the repeal of double taxation on mortgaged real estate and for his federal service as U S District Attorney. A letter from Hon. George M. Stearns endorses his fitness and character. Galvin emphasizes nonpartisan governance and refusal to trade appointments for political debts.
A period-appropriate notice touts deep cuts on Irish Frieze Ulsters and Crombie fabrics for the holiday season. It claims prices are lower than any prior in the store’s history, targeting gentlemen and relying on strong brand names.
Special sale offers on boys and children's capes and ulsters with extra long cape styles. 200 all wool cape overcoats for boys 4 to 15 years, 39 inches long, deep military capes, previously $7.50 now $4.60. Three-week sale in Boston's largest overcoat room, reached by three elevators.
A newspaper advertisement touts Breakfast Jackets Dress ing Gowns and House Coats in rich colors. It highlights 600 silk umbrellas with silver-capped handles bought from a top manufacturer at a large reduction. The item is marketed as stylish durable gifts with a remarkably low price.
Novelties specially attractive in jewelry and gentleman wear. Fancy scarf pins rings and a broad holiday collection. Furnishing Goods Department showcases fine silk underwear, Lambs Wool and Vienna undergarments, self color hosiery, white shirts, embroidered fronts, night robes, linen collars and cuffs. English and domestic hosiery. Display at Washington and Boylston streets in Boston.
The customary retail price is not less than 2.00. Examine this lot. samples will be shown in our window and on sale on and after the date.
An advertisement proclaims Continental Clothing House at Washington and Boylston Streets as the largest wholesale and retail clothing house in New England, highlighting its expansive inventory and prominence in the region.
Ottawa December 6 The Chinese question is set to attract attention in the House of Commons next month because British Columbia salmon packers demand free Chinese labor. Public protests in the province push against any change to the Chinese restriction act.
The New York committee investigating Boston sugar importers charges met in the deputy collector’s rooms. No witnesses will be called before Monday and several from Boston New York and other places are to be summoned.
The speaker accuses a Republican political machine in Boston of opposing Democrat candidates for governor and Congress, aligning with liquor interests, backing tariff and ship subsidies, increasing city debt and taxes, and pushing for a policy of free raw materials and higher overall taxation.
A gathering of interested persons met in the State House Green Room to organize for the national G A R encampment to be held in August. Department Commander Goodale presided as officers and committees were named with ex Governor John D Long as president and General Charles Devens heading the vice presidents.
The Philomathean Society program by the freshman class pleased the crowd yesterday afternoon. A college social followed last evening in the college building with about 150 students and faculty in attendance.
Religious notices list morning sermons at 10 30 am with free seats and afternoon vesper services at 4 pm. The Boston Young Men's Christian Association hosts a Sunday vesper with Rev Edward A Horton addressing On Open Window, plus a special quartet program led by Minnie Stevens Coffin and others.
Guests at Bowdoin Square enjoy meals and a fine performance by the Revere House orchestra. The writes praise the complete experience of good music and perfect fare in a pleasant dining setting.
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