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Curtis campaign pitch claims city saved money with Curtis
The Boston mayoral race centers on budget figures from Feb 1 to Dec 1 for 1894 and 1895. Official auditor totals show 9.39 million spent in 1894 Democratic administration and 9.85 million in 1895 under Mayor Curtis. Supporters say Curtis saved the people money, while critics urge voting for Quincy to reduce costs and save Boston money in the next two years.
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Violations Charged In School Alterations Bids
The law requires competitive bidding for contracts $2000 plus and limits contracts per building. However, bills against Rice Primary School alterations show two awards over $2000 without competition and seven contracts on one building. Also, on November 7, the Superintendent of Streets bought 10,000 bushels of oats without bids.
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Oats Contract Shows Reform Administration Faults
On the eve of election a large oats purchase was split among dealers citywide with bags causing extra costs. The Curtis administration revived the split contract practice condemned by the Citizens' Association, signaling unbusiness-like reform efforts. Do not vote against the Democratic veteran for street commissioner.
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ELECT QUINCY: Boston needs strong home rule and economy
Boston voters should elect Josiah Quincy for mayor to restore local control and practical budgeting. The campaign argues for a clean city hall, expanded schools, better street maintenance, and an anti machine government, stressing Quincy as the people’s choice in a Democratic city. It urges a vote for seven Democratic Aldermen to secure a decisive win.
Carrying Wheat to Australia Boosts Prosperity
The week sees heavy wheat shipments from San Francisco to Australia and Cape Colony. With Australia drought hit and an unlikely importer, Western markets gain as wheat prices rise and rail traffic improves. This Pacific export, though odd, promises renewed activity and prosperity.
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Vote for Quincy and Turn the Republican Machine Out
A political appeal urges voters to back Quincy to oust the Republican machine from City Hall. The message frames the race as a cleansing vote aimed at reform and leadership change. It emphasizes consequence for local governance and party influence.
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Estimates and endorsements sway Boston mayoral vote
The Post downgrades estimates favoring Mr Quincy, citing past plualities in Boston and noting Democratic unity this year. The piece argues that Chairman Hutchinson’s several thousand plurality for Mayor Curtis is unsupported and urges voting the straight ticket tomorrow.
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Red Cross Relief Work in Armenia Acknowledged
The Armenian relief administration rests with the Red Cross Society guided by Miss Clara Barton. The American board of missions signals support, reflecting public sentiment. The Sultan resists Red Cross entry into the devastated region, fearing exposure of local atrocities.
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Exile or Mercy Agents Clash Over Aid to Turkey
Fragmentary excerpt discusses debates on whether powers will allow the sultan to bar agents delivering relief to victims in Turkey, framing it as a test of civilization and humanity amid barbarism. The lines imply pressure from Christian nations and concerns about humanitarian access.
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Curtis Sures of A. P. As in Mayoral Prospects
The Herald editorial notes strong Democratic unity this year backing Curtis and predicts a likely full A. P. A. vote in his favor. It also says Curtis will secure the full Republican vote possible at the polls, and that A. P. A. members are expected to back him.
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Quincy Campaign Promises Open, Curtis Keeps Hidden Tactics
The article contrasts Mr. Quincy’s open campaigning with Mayor Curtis’s secrecy, noting Quincy leads, engages citizens, and calls for a public debate on municipal government while Curtis avoids debate and relies on appointees. It urges Boston voters to back Quincy and home rule over Curtis and state house rule.
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Boston Democrats Urged to Rally for Quincy Victory
A public appeal urges Boston Democrats to mobilize for Mr. Quincy in the mayoral race. It stresses every Democratic vote counts, claims the current minority rule has turned city government into a machine, and calls on each voter to cast their ballot for Quincy with neighbors following suit tomorrow.
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Elect a Democratic Board in Boston seeks full ticket
The Democrats of Boston urge voters to elect a complete Democratic Board of Aldermen in Quincy tomorrow. Bordman Hall gains praise for defending public rights against the West End monopoly and for his legal experience and parliamentary skill. The editorial champions a big vote to keep Boston under Democratic control.
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Suburban sightseers, snow greet Boston bard and mining talk
In Boston a comedian actor Rol and Reed endures a snow tumble at Beacon Hill. The column riffs on marriage age contrasts, urban life vs rural charm, and the Subways plans. Brokers roast Stratton, Cripple Creek mine owner, once a mining reports reader and shopping at State Street offices.
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Boston brokering chatter and transit notes of a busy day
In a bustling Boston scene a broker fends off a boastful claim of a client’s wealth while others discuss mining stocks and local commerce. The piece spotlights the city’s transit woes with streetcars, the shift to electric and steam suburban travel, and a stocky horse trader’s purchase at Hyde Park.
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Curtis Supportingly Backed by IHS Union Vote
The IHS union endorses Curtis noting members are interested in Mayor Curtis and insist the A. P. A. vote will go as planned. The statement underscores disciplined union alignment with Curtis in the electoral context.
Salem Wins Best Menu Contest Prize Awarded
The Post honors Miss Annie Kelley of 161 Federal Street Salem for the breakfast menu prize with Salem and Lynn delivering top weekly menus. Hundreds of letters arrive from New England. best entries will be printed in order received.
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Daily Table Hints Breakfast and Dinner Menu from Mrs Morrill
Includes recipes for fruit breakfast items and dishes like potato soup roast beef and chicken supper. Detailed instructions cover doughnuts orange pudding and a baked custard with measurements and steps. At end, notice by MRS. W. C. MORRILL of 94 Lexington Street East Boston.
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From Way Down East Delicacies and Recipes
A list of foods and recipes including oranges and grapes, broiled mackerel, boiled sweet potatoes, jelly omelet, steamed biscuit, griddlecakes, maple syrup, doughnuts, coffee, chicken pie, creamed potatoes, turnips, celery, cranberry tart, plum pudding, bananas, hot cocoa, tea, English plum pudding, and a fruit cake recipe. Ends with a recipe note and signature MRS. THOMAS D. BRAY, Kittery Point, Maine.
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Mrs Dunbar's thanks to Boston Post for prize menu
Mrs W H Dunbar of Medford writes to thank the Boston Post for selecting her prize menu. She mentions sending a check and expresses appreciation, noting neighbors share interest in the competition and praise the paper as bright and newsy. Dated December 4, 1895.
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Flow and Milicent Choose House with Grandmother's Farewell
Charley Clare praises a cottage for their future marriage while Millicent Kirke worries about keeping grandmother. Grandmother Kirke accepts the sacrifice, urging Milly to marry Frank Blakeslee. Years later Milly and Frank wed, and Grandmother Kirke dies content, leaving a final gift and memory.
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Needle Book Reveals Hidden Cash in Leaves
Milly and her grandmother uncover a stash of $100 bills sewn inside the leaves of a needle book bought for Milly as a baby. Frank Blakeslee and Mr. Clare react to the surprising loot, while Milly shows calm acceptance of the fortune and its history.
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JUNKS OF MIRTH AND THE MENDICANT AT NOON
A composite comic sketch features Little Miss De Fashion meeting author Finemind in a park reception and an encounter with a mendicant. The author is praised as a season’s society lion while the mendicant laments hunger and loneliness in a candid street scene. A final exchange reveals tension over a failed kiss and a girl’s reddened lips.
Boston Teachers Salaries Debate Stirs Activism
The Boston School Board considers raising grammar school masters to 3300 a year while most women teachers remain at 48 per month. Opponents call the move unjust as it widens pay disparity. supporters expect passage after recommitment. Readers urged to contact salary committee members H D Huggan G T Fowler S H Wise S A Wetmore Gustav Liebman with tempers in check as next Tuesday's meeting looms.
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Quincy for Mayor in Boston Democratic pick
From the Post of March 5 1895 the Boston Democratic party names Josiah Quincy as the natural candidate for mayor. The committee’s verdict clears his name and praises his long service to the party. He is described as popular with Irish Americans and as a unifying choice for Boston Democrats.
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Quincy hailed as unity choice for Boston mayoral nomination
The endorsement argues Josiah Quincy stands for honesty in politics and can unite all Democratic wings. It predicts his December 18% election as mayor by a broad majority, urging supporters to back him to redeem Boston.
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Dressmaking Made Easy by Labor-Saving Inventions
Shops show labor-saving inventions that simplify sewing yet enhance fashion. Women can finish plain skirts and waists at home then visit shops for preformed pieces such as yokes epaulettes blouse fronts cuffs collars and decorative elements like lace and medallion buttons.
Fashion notes on gowns and trims for self-made dresses
A reader advises on cost saving by making gowns at home with fichu tracing and passementerie. Ribbons bows and jet trimmings are priced by the yard with finished pieces as low as one dollar and a half. A half yard of box pleat costs about three dollars and a ride bow collar can be purchased for a yard and a quarter with at-counter finishing offered free.
Philo Celtic Society Holds Large Irish Study Meeting
An unusually large Philo Celtic Society gathering met at the Irish School rooms on 694 Washington street. Superintendent M J Mulroy led classes on Irish language with writing sessions from 5 to 6 pm. Members heard songs and recitations, including Patrick Casey of Malden singing A Reir Air Mo Leabaig and Cath Bunker Hill, plus Irish readings and a speech by J H Sullivan. New members A A Clarke Joseph Sullivan Wil e Patrick Daley Daniel Cash and Timothy Cashman were admitted. About thirty Moytura club members visited and some expressed intent to join. Irish study sessions occur each Sunday from 2:30 to 6 pm.
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Cambridge viva voce exam gag ends with blunt challenge
A Cambridge viva ends in disgust as an examiner tears a two inch square from a sheet and instructs the candidate to write everything he knows on any subject. The exchange underscores the pressures of reporting work and pay.
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