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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1897
Page
5
Boston merchants unanimously urge reductions in fire insurance premiums arguing rates set after 1889 1891 fires are excessive amid prosperity. They cite New York’s recent cuts and compare Boston to Ark city levels while detailing company safeguards and rising annual costs for firms like Shuman & Co and B F Larrabee & Co.
Boston merchants argue rates are unfair given fire department efficiency and past fires. They cite higher NY rates, profits and dividends of insurers, and demand a reduction or an in-house insurer, noting sprinklers alarms and safeguards as mitigations.
The Post reports leaders in Boston retail agree insurance rates are excessive. Crosby of R. H. White Co cites rates 7 percent higher than 25 years ago and 30 percent higher than a decade ago, despite fire risk reductions. He notes firms form mutuals with low prices, citing their own precautions and a 36 year fire-free record.
Mr. Harry Dutton of Houghton and Dutton says the new fireproof building will be completed in a few months and will bring a substantial rate reduction once improvements are finished. He notes the aim is to secure the lowest possible rate through the upcoming upgrades.
The Boston Board of Underwriters plans a hearing next Monday evening on insurance rates. Merchants and the New England Shoe and Leather Association push for rate reductions, hoping underwriters will meet them halfway if rates are excessive.
Halifax rumor claimed the British troop ship Avoca foundered after leaving Jamaica for Cape Town with all hands lost, but officials regard the report as a canard and unconfirmed.
John C. Sheehan of Tammany Hall departed New York for Hot Springs Arkansas today with his family accompanying him.
Mrs E J Phelps of Enfield Conn testifies that Salvation Oil cured her sciatic rheumatism after doctors failed. The oil, sold by dealers for 25 cents, claims to work wonders and advises against substitutes.
In District Court Judge Luce's hearing, John Hughes Francis McGraw John Hart and Andrew Cain were reprimanded and placed on probation until June. Father Cullen posted $50 bail for each. Cain claimed only minor thefts and described a cold early morning outing with friends and a fire.
The report compares water department finances 1895-97 under Mayors Curtis and Quincy. It details maintenance and mains extension costs, notes larger later work yet lower expenses, and cites poor bookkeeping and mismanagement under Curtis. It highlights pipe, gate, hydrant, and service pipe totals, plus staff and infrastructure investments.
The article describes reforms under Commissioner Murphy aimed at stamping out mischarges and irregularities in the water department. It notes bonded stock accuracy, improved bookkeeping, and strict expense controls. Civil service adherence under Mayor Quincy shows progress, with fewer personnel losses and steadier payroll practices.
A large audience heard Dr R C Flower of this city lecture on health at the Peoples Temple on Columbus avenue. He spoke in plain, witty terms, urging a religion of good health and a life that keeps bodies, nerves, and brains youthful. He warned of positive diseases and claimed a method combining living, thinking, and treatment to restore health. he also critiqued current eating habits and urged care for the pores and senses.
Upon Murphy assuming control, the water department revealed poorly kept books and accounts. Thousands of dollars collected in trust from water takers to fund pipes and work were deposited in banks without proper handling or documentation.
Oscar O Tanner, Democrat, defeated Republican George W Meloney by 280 votes in Willimantic Connecticut. The victory was celebrated by a Democratic parade through the streets that evening. Tanner is known in Boston for twelve years with Boyle Bros as manager of the collecting department.
An advertisement promotes Dean's Ointment as a sovereign remedy for all itchiness of the skin claiming instant relief and permanent cure for Biezema and related conditions.
Auditors cry Never as Noyes says Boston must not become a transit stop between New York and Halifax. He warns Republicans to vote for party nominees as the Democracy offers poorer choices and ties redemption to a return of old Boston with low taxes and flourishing public institutions.
The Rev. A A Berle urged a business government beyond party lines and criticized the Democratic mayoralty convention as packed. He backed Edwin A Curtis for mayor of Boston and predicted 20 000 to 25 000 citizens would not vote. He praised Col J F P Bradley as introduced.
A cold starts with sneezing and throat dryness then brings cough and body pains. The ad claims Hyomei provides immediate relief and a permanent cure in hours, using air inhaled through a pocket inhaler without sprays or medicines, just impregnated air.
Free treatment with HYOMEI is offered daily at the office located at 181 Tremont Street, Room 52, from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. hours, Sundays excepted.
An advertisement for HYOMEI products lists a dollar price for the outfit, fifty cents for extra bottles, and two cents for HYOMEI BALM. It urges purchase at all druggists or by mail from R. T. Booth Co and offers a free mailed story about HYOMEI.
The Ancient and Honorable Artillery commander urged running Boston like a business and electing Republicans to end Democratic wrangling. Rev Roblin praised a Democratic insider’s speech, warned of financial mismanagement, and noted Mayor Quincy’s spending. Curtis Guild Jr. missed the event.
Senator Davis of the foreign relations committee says he is not ready to proceed on the Hawaiian annexation treaty and cannot set a time, though it may be considered before the holidays. Supporters fear a two thirds vote may not be secured, and a joint resolution with annexation by legislation is being discussed.
The eminent French organist Alexandre Guilmant opened a two part series at Mission Church Tremont Street Boston. The program featured Bach's Toccata and Fugue in D minor Guilmant's fifth sonata in C minor and works by Dubois Buxtehuda Vidor Bach Cesar Franck plus an improvisation and given theme. The organ suited the concert and Guilmant's playing was of high order. The second recital is scheduled for Thursday at 3 o'clock.
Police Commissioners approved a bill of 1040 filed by Police Captain Sheehan for his defense against charges of failing to suppress policy shops. The decision could require the city to reimburse ex inspectors and other officers who defended themselves at high cost.
The Boylston Piano Company advertises weekly bargains on pianos for all needs and invites inspection. This year they will send a dainty calendar on receipt of 10 cents in stamps, and invite visitors to their office at 160 Boylston Street for a first class piano at a moderate price.
The Tech Glee Banjo and Mandolin Clubs presented their annual winter concert last evening in Huntington Hall. The program featured lively selections highlighting folk and string ensemble skill with audience applause.
An advertisement urges readers to keep Salvation Oil on hand to cure aches and pains with a stated price of 26 ets. The message emphasizes the product’s curative benefit and cost.
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