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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1899
Page
5
Kentucky politicians discuss state affairs with emphasis on silver policy and economic plans. Report highlights statements by notable figures from Kentucky debates and upcoming events shaping fiscal priorities.
Washington December debate on the financial bill included sharp exchanges over the Kentucky election, a major speech by Bailey of Texas praising the Democratic stance, and Scudder of New York affirming support for a single gold standard. Payne and Dalzell spoke as the House recessed for the evening with several new bills introduced, including a Charleston cruiser, Alaska civil government, and distilled spirits tax reduction.
Senator Aldrich of Rhode Island announced the practical completion of the Senate committees for the Fifty six Congress. An order fixing the committees was adopted without dissent and a few minority vacancies remain to be filled in a few days. No other business of importance occurred.
Testimony for the Watch and Ward Society in the Hotel Italy case concluded before police commissioners. Building Inspectors Griffin and Davenport defended the hotel as properly run and improving the North End morals, noting relief for Italians seeking Italian cooking options. Propriety praised by Italian community members regarding prior conditions.
The Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company members questioned if the South Africa war would affect the London Honourable Artillery Company visit to Boston next June. Colonel Sidney M. Hedges received from W. H. Hillman a cablegram: Know of nothing likely to interfere with visit.
The Grau opera season closes with Die Walkure matinee and The Barber of Seville night at the Boston Theatre. Ida Murie joins Little Red Riding Hood on Christmas Day, as Maude Cdell heads to Scranton and Beaufort. The Great Ruby ends March 1, and various acts including Jeff Rogers, Mary Burgess, and Ching Ling Foo headline a busy slate at Boston venues.
Indianapolis dispatch reports at the National Civil Service League session old officers reelected and resolutions opposing the May order withdrawing classified posts. Clinton Rogers Woodruff urged civil service reform as key to municipal reform, arguing merit systems curb spoils and private ownership.
The tenor Saleza, in Central Park, dismisses Maurice de Nevers as ridiculous and a hypocrite. He questions Nevers social standing claim, notes Nevers' Paris and London editing roles, and rejects talk of a duel while defending Jean de Reszke and Grau's company.
The State House commissions and officers seek varied appropriations for the coming year including executive staff 22300 1300? though the article lists totals for departments such as the executive, library, statutes, printing, civil service and education bodies. Notable asks include 113900 for the Sergeant at Arms 24000 for the game count 2500 for the library contingent fund 18000 for the Savings Bank Commission 67000 for the Sherborn Reformatory and 200000 for the gypsy moth committee reflecting broad agency funding plans.
A large Tremont Theatre matinee audience witnessed Mikami of the Imperial Japanese dramatic company address the curtain before the first play He explained the troupe is composed of legitimate actors and asked the audience to overlook unfamiliar Japanese stage methods The speech highlighted cultural differences and emphasized seriousness of their craft.
Percival Stewart, once with the Granite State Provident Association the American Investors Trust and the Financial Agency Company, was arrested after five indictments by a New York grand jury. He is accused of grand larceny in the second degree for taking money under false pretenses and converting company funds to his own use.
The Sunday Post will print portraits of Boston church soloists including Cissie Loftus and other prominent female singers. John D. Long recounts a Navy secretary era mishap in his own words. The issue promises multiple Christmas features and a Santa Claus gift for readers.
The committee organizing Edward O'Brien Kennedy's reception in Union Park Hall met to finalize plans. P. J. Flatley will preside, with M J Jordan delivering an address. Kennedy will recount his 15 years in English prisons and a program of vocal solos and readings follows.
The Boston and Albany railroad offers a berth in a sleeping car from Boston to Chicago for $2. A sleeper leaves Boston at 10 30 a m every Wednesday and at 3 30 p m on Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday. Office 366 Washington street.
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