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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1894
Page
4
Tuesday morning December 11 189%. Vol CXXIII No 363 provides daily and Sunday subscription prices with annual and short-term options. It directs subscribers to report address changes and notes second class matter status and payment instructions.
The Post reminds readers that it cannot print or publish anonymous communications.
Citizens testify to the value of a businesslike Democratic administration in Boston. The message urges votes for Peabody, arguing a Democratic chief executive has driven growth and prosperity for four years and should not change.
A political note urges voters to cast ballots early today for Pea Body and a slate of Democratic nominees. The item stresses the convenience of early voting and highlights party alignment.
The article notes opposition within the Republican party to a ring pushing for Mayor candidate Curtis. It argues only ring interests back his bid and warns that Republican control would gerrymander wards and waste city resources, undoing four years of Democratic progress.
The piece criticizes Republican attacks on Mr. Peabody for wearing fine clothes and being part of social clubs. It argues Boston’s mayoral history favors presentable public bearing and decent conduct, noting the Democratic side holds the high ground in taste.
The piece argues voters should choose high license over prohibition, citing Boston’s history under both systems. It claims prohibition failed to curb violations and fostered police connivance, while high license improved moral order and law respect, with notable commercial benefits.
The message touts proven excellence and urges a yes vote to support what is described as the best in every respect. It emphasizes reliability, quality, and positive outcomes across areas affected by the measure.
The article argues the Board of Aldermen shape Boston’s 10 year legislative fairness. It warns that a Democratic majority is essential to prevent gerrymandered ward divisions and to ensure representative balance with the Council and Mayor. It emphasizes party loyalty to avoid a Republican gerrymander in 1895.
The piece urges voters to cast a straight Democratic ballot in Boston elections. It argues Democrats should support a Democratic mayor and city council to maintain the party’s governance, noting Curtis’ past service under Republicans is not a reason for promotion and criticizing supporting Republican aldermen.
The piece argues Boston’s Democratic control is strong despite a Republican effort to win Candidate Curtis on party lines. It stresses voter turnout to keep the city Democratic, noting a clear large Democratic margin and urging Democrats to vote to prevent GOP power in Boston.
James Whitcomb Riley laments longing for his mother and the absence of a younger brother. The speaker pleads for a comforting lullaby as years pass in loneliness and grief, asking whether a reunion might occur tomorrow and requesting a final song to ease his sorrow.
The Observant Citizen mourns Frank Jenks, longtime music, drama, and art critic. Walter G. Chase earns a London Graphic diploma for six Boston society portrait subjects. Cambridge alderman James, a 6 foot 2 mayoralty hopeful, boasts a 38 foot line of six brothers. Newport finanical figure George H. Norman and Temple Graves attend Parker House. House of Representatives work delays threaten January finish. Sleighing thrills riders on city roads as Frank Daniels stars in The Princess Bonnie at Tremont. Frank Mayo’s daughter Miss Eleanore Mayo noted among cast.
An article describes Mayo Maguire and his relatives including William A McGuire active in theater. It contrasts Boston courtesy with New York gridded streets. Also notes Grace Parlotta of A Gaiety Girl staying at the United States Hotel and a hearse ride to the Hollis theater.
Readers are invited to send short comments. The Post notes opinions may be printed but does not endorse them.
A reader from East Boston condemns brutality on American deep water ships. He cites recent port arrivals El Capitan James Drummond Thomas Dana from Manila with crew abuse complaints. He urges harsher punishment for abusive mates to deter violence at sea.
A reader asks which spelling is correct for a bill of fare item: pease or peas. The note from A. Francoebur of Gloucester dated December 10 provides guidance onacceptable usage and regional preference.
Authorities favor the plural peas for definite numbers such as two peas while pease appears in vague counts like a bushel of pease. The note highlights common usage distinctions between the two spellings in historical writing.
In a letter to the editor dated December 9, W. W. Lowell asks for the aggregate capital of U S national banks and its ratio to circulation. The note totals as of October 1 1894 show notes outstanding at 207 260 795 and aggregate capital at 672 671 365.
A reader praises the Trilby craze, calling the heroine a sweet, pathetic figure who elicits sympathy. The letter extols the loyal trio of painters and Gecpo's devoted enthusiasm, arguing the story lifts readers' spirits.
The Post notes a notice presented at its business office was paid for by the signers, but the motive remains unknown. Readers are advised to ask the signers to settle any wager.
A collection of humorous exchanges from various papers. Lines include a daughter marriage quip about mother-in-law, a kitchen mouse tale, a dramatic train robber threat, a sleepy passenger rebuking a porter, and a street fight remark about fairness.
The Boston Post published a well drawn group portrait of Fall River buildings in its Sunday edition. Readers praised the image as the first instance of many local structures shown together in a newspaper.
A mixed show bill features The Cross Roads of Life with drama set in New York areas and Sandy Hook, led by Edmund Collier and Miss Helena Collier in a melodramatic romance with a villain’s defeat and marriage. Also billed Paul Kauvar at Bowdoin Square with J Harvey Cook in the lead and a large supporting cast.
The Profligate enters its second week at the Columbia Theatre with Marie Burroughs and company drawing a large audience. Strong scenes between Burroughs and John Kellerd were praised as the play runs more smoothly than last week.
The second week of Roland Reed's engagement in The Politician opened most auspiciously at the Museum last evening. The public is evidently appreciating the comedian in his new play more than ever, and it affords him wide scope.
The review highlights Reed as General Josiah Limber and Rush in a modern woman role with masculine costumes. Westward, Ho is promised as a New England stage surprise at the Boston Museum on Dec 31. A Gaiety Girl enters its second week at Hollis with strong performances by Cissy Fitzgerald and Decima Moore. The Little Trooper follows next Monday. Hollis seat sales start this morning.
The Princess Bonnie enters its second and final week at Tremont Theatre with Frank Daniels praised for Shrimps and Eleanore Mayo lauded for her vocal tone. Lillian Swain Marion as Kitty Clover draws audience favor while Madella Baker shines in dual roles. The Castle Square engagement features A. S. Lipman as Captain Paul with strong battle and closing scene performances. Tickets for Captain Paul remain in demand as Boston audiences await final performances and next show Humpty Dumpty Up to Date.
Judged by the size and enthusiasm of the audience the production might extend beyond the ten week limit due to early bookings. The show features varied incidents and a sensational climax each act to secure constant interest and applause. A unique souvenir will be given to patrons on December 26 for the seventy fifth performance.
A Palace Theatre production titled The Old South presents life of the negro before the Civil War era. The show features a strong cast, multiple quartets, a grand chorus, buck and wing dancing, and a blend of music and comedy that locals deem vivid and entertaining.
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