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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1896
Page
4
The Boston Post asserts its role as a leading Democratic voice in the New England region, emphasizing editorial stance, local coverage, and political influence across the area.
The text argues a West End strike is nearly unwinnable under current committee dealings and warns it will alienate labor support and public sympathy. It urges West End employees to act promptly to restore confidence.
The Post argues fault lies with both unions and West End management for the Christmas Eve tie-up. It notes public inconvenience, missed commerce, and missteps in communication, urging tact and responsibility from both sides to restore uninterrupted service.
A Christmas greeting encourages open hearts and generous deeds as the world marks the holiday. It urges readers to brighten the lives of the poor with small acts of kindness, spreading peace and goodwill to all on this day.
Half a million passengers would be a very low estimate of the potential flow lost yesterday if the West End company lines had operated. At least half a million people faced inconvenience and distress, with thousands of shop girls affected by the disruption.
The piece defends keeping protests within lawful limits and condemns violence. It commends strikers for orderly, lawful actions and urges adherence to legitimate methods of opposition to protect public order and the labor cause.
The Common Council refused to consent to pushing the new ordinances through, voting twenty nine to seventeen against reconsideration. The piece urges the council to stand by its previous decision and resist hurried action, especially amid proposed salary increases for top city officials.
The testimony of Mate Bram in a life at stake trial is praised for clarity sequence and consistency. He shows calm self possession, minimal animosity, and precise details that suggest extraordinary parts even under cross examination.
A call for calm and good temper during a strike urges both sides and observers to avoid violent or partisan outbursts. Maintains that keeping cool helps all, and frames the dispute as a context for Santa Claus's gift to all.
A reflective note from a Boston issuer calls for the city to embody peace and good will during the Christmas season, urging residents to brighten the season with kindness and generosity toward others.
The Boston Post claims the earliest and most accurate report on a strike, contrasting itself with rivals the Boston Herald and Globe. It details how the Post’s coverage revealed the strike was on across divisions, tying up the West End system at noon and affecting thousands of commuters.
In a lively Boston scene the Post secured exclusive news on the West End road tie up amid a citywide strike. Observers note empty streets without streetcars, costly cab shifts, and barges pressed into harbor service as transport zones shift under financial strain. Walter Herrick of Nicoll Herrick Berg arrives for holidays and projects a strong 1897 stock market year.
A 17 year old girl in Chelsea bought Pioneer stock with pin money, starting at 21-2 and buying more as it rose to 81-2, then sold all for 1300. A Boston capitalist notes western business slowdown while recounting small acts of kindness on a transit car and a conductor accepting a Canadian half dollar for a fare.
The piece argues the strike improved rapid transit in Boston by easing street crossing and traffic. It notes past dangers from stalled trolleys and praises the post strike ease while warning that a prolonged stoppage could erode motorists' quick, prudent street sense and hinder civic cohesion.
A striker argues the West End tie up is months in the making and not a sudden act. He accuses the corporation of disregarding worker rights and emphasizes sacrifices of families facing long shifts amid harsh weather and fare evasion. The public is urged to support fair play and labor, not autocracy, opposing a small group driven by profit. Boston, Dec 24.
A collage of humorous quotes and brief strokes from several sources. Jests touch on the telephone, heredity, seances, poverty and a penitent charity scene, with stray lines about elections and a royal name appearing in the press.
Frey Ellington a bachelor called by workers a skinflint, greed fuels a strike cutting heat for the holidays. A poor girl visits with news of Jimmie Whitelie’s sick brother and a family on the edge as the mill owner contemplates profits over Christmas.
A round of brief sketches notes Queen Christina of Spain weighing reforms in Porto Rico amid Cuban and Philippine unrest. the Princess of Wales winning dog show prizes. Jessie Ackerman to join Fourth Baptist Chicago. Duke of Argyll's Loch Fyne trees with inscriptions. Judge Elmer S. Dundy's eccentric court tale. Thomas W. Wheat claims Fort Sumter link. English peers oppose deceased wife’s sister bill. Dr. Salter to lead Chicago Ethical Culture Society. Eben Kay aids Swedish workingmen. Frank Doster described as frugal Kansas judge. Alabama hopeful Mary Page Jones may name the new battleship Alabama.
A dated entry lists daily meals breakfast lunch and supper including broiled beefsteak stewed chicken omelet and desserts. It includes recipe fragments for muffins apple pudding and apple jelly with measurements and cooking steps attributed to Mrs Walhy Underhill of Cambridgeport Pleasant Place.
An advertisement extols Carbcuna Scar as the most capable product for purifying and beautifying skin and easing itching. It claims Coticura Soap cleanses and treats chafings and ulcers, followed by Coticura ointment for lasting effect, with price and free booklet offered.
A column opens with fashion reverie on colored umbrellas and fancy handles then shifts to a Carney Hospital fair anecdote. Mrs Jack Gardner misses tea. Mrs Herbert Sears substitutes, prompting gossip and mistaken identity about Boston society’s “uncrowned queen.”
The article notes that good umbrellas lack round handles and favor flat shaft-like designs. It advises careful wrapping and cover quality for the sensible woman, mentions blue cloth covers with white polka dots, and describes novelty bottles hidden in handles of certain umbrellas. Dresden handles are praised for better appearance.
Town Topics notes Boston debutantes and society keepers depart for winter retreats. Influential families including the Prince clan depart for England and Wenham while others plan staycations at Myopia and Ipswich. Several movers and shakers exit Back Bay as Thayers sell their Commonwealth Avenue home.
Ruth Bradlee of Medford, niece of Mrs Fenno of Beacon street, announced her engagement to Lombard Williams of Buffalo after a coming-out tea hosted by Miss Maud Fenno. Williams attends Harvard Law School and is described as handsome and bright.
Since announcing her engagement to Larz Anderson Miss Perkins has avoided public appearances aside from family duties. She left Boston with her father for New York to accompany him abroad as he heads to Rome's US embassy. Mrs Maud Howe Elliot recalls her role in the match and faces eager ma ma handlers, while praising Miss Perkins's charm and grounded nature.
Fragmentary Christmas poem from MISS M. EB. FARREIZ lamenting distance from a beloved. It speaks of memories of shared pleasures and hopes for reunion on Christmas Day and a prosperous New Year amidst sorrow and longing.
Fragmentary advert reads about a festive season event with flowers and cheerful homes. It evokes Christmas joy, peace and goodwill with scattered words about a gala season and blessings.
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