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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1897
Page
4
A Boston Post item discusses a representative democratic paper in New England. It outlines themes of mission and independence, signaling bold stance and editorial boldness in a historic period.
The six day race at Madison Square Garden is described as neither pleasant nor instructive. Spectators are urged to see the event as cruel and demeaning, with riders exhausted and collapsing, arguing the test reveals little about the machine or the sport and should be the last of this type of exhibition.
An editorial argues that if Fall River mills must reduce wages to avoid production stoppage, executives and treasurers should face 10 percent cuts alongside workers. It contends high salaries absorb the impact more easily, urging salaried officials bear substantial cuts to protect operatives and keep mills profitable.
Senator Gallinger heads calls to halt private pension claims rushed through Congress after being rejected by the pension office. The piece argues both parties supported broad veteran pensions, condemning GOP abuses while noting the scale nears a million names and 150 million dollars in annual payments.
The article argues that the telephone should cease to be a luxury and become a public convenience. It cites its evolution from luxury to necessity, critiques patent laws and monopoly profits, and calls for regulation to broaden access so that many more people can afford and use telephone service.
A proposal envisions providing telephone service to the 99 of 100 who cannot pay current prices. The plan suggests furnishing service at commercial rates rather than monopolist rates to widen access.
The Boston Post quotes Mr John A Ryan and quotes two versions of his remarks about William E Russell. The piece condemns Ryan for attacking the memory of the former governor and urges him to publicly apologize for his remarks. The Democracy of Boston stands ready to defend Russell's memory.
The Boston press notes Boyle boy James Dunne set to inherit two Irish farms and a playwright could craft real drama from fact. Donahoe reports large remittances to the Old Country, totaling about 45000 dollars since month start. Local pride as dogs win shows. historic dates in Harvard commencements found. Forefathers Day plans and two city organizations gearing for officer elections amid political scheming.
A youth asks a woman to reaffirm love before parting, contrasting social standing. The speaker fears absence will cause distress and suggests recording the vow on a phonograph to prove constancy. The text reveals tension between affection and class, with hopeful plea for lasting commitment.
Evening gowns arrive in watermelon pink lettuce green and cream white. Linings cost more than the gowns and proper lining is key to the costume. Materials include mousseline de soie net and tulle with very long full skirts worn over silk linings.
John A. Ryan protests a misquote at the Music Hall rally, saying the Boston Post distorted his remarks condemning the death of William E Russell and attacking the Quincys. He argues the editorial misrepresents his stance and calls for fair treatment in print.
John B. Moran head of the Riley movement denounces John A. Ryan for divine visitation claim at a Riley rally attacking Mayor Quincy and ex Governor Russell. Moran plans to rebuke Ryan publicly when he speaks next.
The Liverpool community has a fund for a monument to Mrs Hemans, a pioneering English poet. William Stevens Fielding, Canada’s financial minister, rose from reporter to prominent politician through diligence. Miss Hamilton, now Dr Hamilton, the longtime Afghan court physician, says Westerners cannot grasp Eastern minds. Dr Susan E Edson, a noted physician who died in Washington, was a friend of James G Blaine who praised her as the woman who never talked about herself. A Norton County Kansas paper describes Miss Kate Johnson, county treasurer-elect, as good looking, sociable, financially secure, busy, but not fond of pink tea with a four-horse team.
At a Royal Arcanum Back Bay Council meeting C H Innes of Ward 10 was elected regent. Innes serves in the State House as a Republican and belongs to several South End clubs. Other officers named include E F Beale vice regent and F E Wilson orator with W A Byrne secretary I S Byrne treasurer H G Rhodes warden C J J Thornton seniority Charles A Atkins chaplain W J Taylor and trustee Alderman Perlie A Dyar.
The next society gathering will occur in the Old State House Council chamber on Tuesday December 14 at 8 p.m. Mr William Howell Reed will present a paper titled The Story of the United States Sanitary Commission.
The keynote of color for trimmings includes white mousseline de sole with a watermelon pink lining and pink silk slippers. Pink ribbons and velvet trim, square necks with shoulder ribbon straps, and sleeves omitted for pretty arms. artificial flowers with tulle, a flower garland at the waist on a elastic belt. Coiffures feature waved hair with high coquettes or floral adornments.
In a fireside scene Jeanette Frisbie faces a love triangle as Henry Glidden confesses his plan to marry her on Christmas Day. Jeanette’s tears reveal her hidden love for Henry while Charles Martin accepts defeat, and the couple’s kiss confirms the long-awaited engagement.
A large attendance filled the hearing room as the West End Street Railway sought approval of a lease to the Boston Elevated Railway. Frederick Snow outlined terms, noting only minor changes to address earlier objections while officials and stockholders from both lines spoke. Critics argued the 7 percent rate and potential monopolies. others urged shorter terms and questioned subway use for surface cars. The hearing adjourned to today at 10 o clock.
At a meeting of the executive committee for Boston shopping week, a permanent Boston Retail Merchants Association was formed with charter members including Jordan Marsh R H White Co Standard Clothing and others. Eben D. Jordan was elected president with five vice presidents. F W Stearns named secretary and J C Randall treasurer. An executive committee was chosen to draft a constitution and by laws, with next meeting set for Wednesday at 10 am.
A collage of humor from Chicago Record Puck Detroit Free Press and North American snippets. Jokes touch Klondike Boston peace wages bargains college football wheels and hotel rooms with quick wits and social asides.
Dun and Bradstreet notes a broad business upswing as Congress opens and markets strengthen. Western receipts reach 5.8 million bushels, Atlantic exports rise, and cotton prices climb amid persistent foreign demand. Iron, steel, and shoe shipments set records, with rail and bridge contracts abroad signaling continued demand.
Figures show a headcount of 6 508 548, up 6 percent from last year but 7 percent below 1892. Early December failures totaled 2 617 240, manufacturing 739 490, and trading 1 791 570. Weekly sales were 12 in the United States, down from 80 last year and 29 in Canada, down from 43.
Bradstreet notes mild winter weather slows distribution of clothing and goods but holiday trade among retailers remains active in groceries and kind products. Reports from the South and West praise rail gains, bank clearings surge, and 293 business failures occur this week across the United States.
Dr Nansen spoke at Music Hall last night on explorations in the mid Arctic. He added new pictures and incidents and stressed scientific research as the motive for polar reach. He noted privation and hardship as part of advancement and showed aurora phenomena, the Fram, ice, and his dogs. He plans another Boston appearance this afternoon to repeat the lecture.
General William A. Bancroft issued a rapid emergency call to Second Brigade officers and 2700 soldiers. Within four hours the general received replies from company commanders and knew they were ready to mobilize on a second call. The Fifth Battalion of Cavalry was the first to respond, while Major Ballard was among the first senior officers reached. A future call will assemble men in the armories.
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