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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1894
Page
4
The Boston Post announces subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions and provides instructions for changing addresses and payment terms. It notes second class matter status, payment in advance, and suspension on expiration, with contact to editor E A Grozier.
The Earl of Dunraven signals acceptance of his challenge as the New York Yacht Club contemplates the next series of international races. He favors Marblehead as the course, but the club refuses. The Boston area is praised for its historical defense of the cup, yet New York prefers staying home.
Political editorial argues Curtis should not be promoted from city clerk to mayor. It credits Democratic four years of control with improved municipal affairs and says Curtis’s prior Republican tenure would hinder progress. The piece asserts public satisfaction with current Democratic policy and opposes promotion.
The city faces ten year ward boundaries split by party. A Democratic aldermanic board promises fair division and proper representation at City Hall and the State House. A Republican board could gerrymander wards to curtail Democratic power and misrepresent Boston citizens.
The Democrats of Boston face a choice at the polls to keep city government in Democratic hands, with Republicans presenting the straight issue. Many Republicans endorse Peabody while others fear change or favor continuation of Democratic administration. The piece argues Democrats should vote to prevent Republican control.
A Sunday Post account details the home life and surroundings of the author of America, introducing a respected yet little known figure to the public. The piece highlights the modest retirement of this venerable man, who holds a distinguished place as the bard of American freedom, and reflects on his enduring influence.
The testimonial to Dr. Smith proposed by the Post gains daily endorsements. It is seen as a patriotic demonstration and a graceful tribute to a man held in high esteem by the people of America and the world, with his work speaking in the voice of the patriotic hymn sung across the land.
The past week brought a strong stock market upturn with outside buying, led by Boston. Listed shares rose 31 percent from the prior week while unlisted shares jumped 139 percent, and bond sales climbed about 60 percent. Investment issues like American Bell Telephone and railroad stocks gained, signaling broadening sentiment toward a bull market.
An editorial argues the annual doubt on Boston’s license vote should fade. Past prohibitory and various license experiments show prohibition failed and strict no-license rules would harm morals and business. Regulation under a licensed trade supports better law enforcement and city welfare over prohibition.
The Post prints eight pages for a penny, more than any New England rival. It enlarges news columns in busy seasons and sometimes wishes for ten or twelve pages to provide more news and ads, yet space limits keep it at eight for now. Development of penny journalism in Boston continues apace.
In a night scene the speaker recalls fear and a mother’s voice urging sleep. The poem questions how children grow brave when a parent is absent and the benevolent guardian figure, the Good Man, might bid them sleep.
Louis B. Jater, a rising colored man, gains notice for his contributions to the Boston Courant. His literary talent is described as more than ordinary, marking him as a notable young figure in local writing circles.
A collection of quirky vignettes and jokes from a historic issue features absurdities about a crumbling chestnut building, playful rhymes about food and luck, a mythic dialogue with Charon, a pun about resuscitation, a joke about Ashantee brides, and a weary refrain of pursed optimism as a man moves on with a song about a fairer land.
A brief notice inviting readers to submit short crisp letters of comment criticism or suggestion. It states the Post neither endorses nor rejects opinions printed and favors concise views in the department.
Co L D Younkin appeals to voters to support Samuel F. Hubbard for the North End seat on the School Board. Hubbard, superintendent of the North End Union, is praised for understanding the area’s crowded schools and its diverse foreign population. He is described as non radical and capable of backing needed reforms.
FP J B Newton argues against building a bigger standing army to defend the United States noting that the Chinese-Japanese war shows numbers matter less than patriotism. He asserts Americans are enlightened progressive and patriotic and that intelligence allied with patriotism can repulse invaders without a large force.
A reader from East Boston disputes the Trilby craze, condemning the work as immoral and glamorizing vice. The letter argues the heroine is not worthy of admiration and warns against misled youth.
Readers inquire about no cost evening schools in Boston for winter sessions. Listings include Evening High School with multiple campuses and principals at Marlboro Street, Broad Way, Dudley Street, Court Street, Washington Street, Wales Street, and more, plus Evening Drawing Schools in East Boston, Roxbury, Charlestown, and other districts guided by named principals.
Castle Square Theatre offers free return service on special West End cars for patrons to see Captain Paul. Ticket holders ride free. others pay 25 cents toward future tickets. Courteous conductors and direct routes boost convenience for distant patrons.
Fragmentary text references a historical question about Prince Napoleon and Zululand. The lines include political slogans urging votes for Peabody and the Democratic ticket, an East Boston notice, and a rhymed couplet urging readiness to swim while awaiting change. The readable facts are sparse and mixed with campaigning lines.
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