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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1893
Page
5
The New Hampshire Senator Chandler aims to force an international coinage ratio by threatening a single silver standard if Europe refuses. The tactic is branded as brazen plagiarism of McKinley’s reciprocity and unlikely to succeed in finance or trade.
The citizens' committee challenges earlier 40 000 figure, arguing unemployment is overstated though distress remains severe. If 10 000 men seek work without finding it, many women and children go hungry, and Boston cannot allow starvation.
The piece argues private citizens and corporations should push construction to employ the unemployed. It cites the New England Telephone Company burying wires in Newtons, with about 200 workers projected. Winter slows outside work but lowers costs, and wages spent now ease the community strain while benefiting employers.
The piece notes Senator Teller's forecast of free coinage of silver under a future Republican administration, arguing his option hinges on political tides. It dismisses a Harrison era replay and warns against a return to silver inflation if Democrats remain in power.
The article discusses who will control the disturbed New York and New England railroad line. It notes a potential transfer could shift commercial influence away from Boston, signaling that other routes to New York and the South are already held by rival interests.
The article notes foreigners effectively control the situation and Boston risks being at outsiders mercy unless it preserves its independence. It foresees a receiver for the New York and New England and warns against loss of a potential Boston transport route southward, predicting resistance.
The piece notes New Englanders lining up with Reed and allies in Pennsylvania and the South to oppose free coal for regional industries. It warns of a sectional clash where Massachusetts Republicans may confront anger from manufacturers and workers if they oppose regional economic interests.
The Democratic members elect selected Christopher F. O'Brien of Ward 6 as president. O'Brien, a Boston native, Suffolk bar member, and North End representative, earns broad support and respect from colleagues and the public. The caucus praised unity and spirit, signaling a smooth transition.
The Citizens' relief committee mourns the death of James C. Tucker and discusses plans for cooperation with the department of buildings. A contractor shows up at the unemployment registration at the old Court House, while souvenir day and a governor’s reception approach at the Press Club. John Drew’s stage bow and the vaccination drive among staff at Young’s and Parker’s elicit comic comments about arm injections and billiard room avoidances.
Major H L Daingerfield Lewis aged 52, a grandson of Nellie Custis and on General Robert E Lee’s staff, died recently in Clarke county Virginia. He inherited Audley and its furnishings, including Washington relics, from Nellie Custis. Governor Brown of Rhode Island will not host a New Year’s reception but sent a $250 check to the overseer of the poor.
Albany reports judge appoints T C Platt as temporary receiver for New York and New England to preserve assets amid attach ments on rolling stock. McLeod claims lack of proxies and vows to pursue ratification of the Northern lease. hearings set for Jan 10 in New York. Philadelphia notes coal firm Hellner & Son signs over to Albert B Weimer amid heavy losses linked to the New England collapse.
The piece notes Mr McLeod's push for an independent entrance to New York via Brewsters road and the strong opposition he faces. It highlights the leased road dispute, the January interest payment difficulties, and the factors driving receivership, as stockholders held a special meeting yesterday.
The Boston stage hosts Coquelin and Hading with Tartuffe and Les Precieuses Ridicules to crowded houses. Mlle Hading impresses with Tartuffe while Coquelin shines in contrasting roles. The program also teases Thermidor and upcoming engagements by Keene and D Arville with Venus and the Bohemian Girl.
Herman Spiegel, who recently failed in Hartford, says the goods found in his brother's Boston possession are not worth more than $1000. He explains they were sent to Boston before his store was attached to secure a loan.
Hugh J. Grant was sworn in as receiver of the St. Nicholas Bank by Justice Truax of the Supreme Court. He posted a bond of 250000 dollars with securities John D. Crimmins and John H. Stalin, each qualifying in 500000 dollars.
Vice-Chancellor Green names Edward W. Ward of Elizabeth I and A Oakey Hall of Short Hills as receivers for the Hoffman House Company of New York. The order requires the company books to be turned over to the receivers.
Milwaukee dispatch reports H. C. Payne, a Northern Pacific receiver, expects train crews to resist a pay cut and a court ordered reduction. A delegation from St. Paul is anticipated to protest in court, opposing the order that followed the men’s rejection of the receivers’ request for $1,000 yearly salaries.
The San Francisco Bridge Company under President John McMullin is assigned to the sheriff this morning. Liabilities total about 175000 dollars, assets are not stated.
The article recounts the New York and New England Railroad’s troubled past from its predecessors and failed bonds to a midnight receivership on December 31, 1888. Judge Shipman appointed Clark as receiver. the company recovered by end of 1890 and expanded under the McLeod regime. It owns 269 miles and leases 178, operating across Massachusetts Rhode Island Connecticut and New York. An extension from Brewsters to New York City was planned in July with New England stock participation.
Letter from KE F G asks for details on how and where examinations are held the next test date and study subjects. Qualifications include US citizenship age 18 to 40 restrictions and physical fitness. Next exam is the first Tuesday of February 184 with applications due twenty days prior.
A reader asks about the Irish Moynahan name. The note traces Maonahan from Aongus or Eneas, listed as No. 90 in the O Brissill West pedigree, as founder of Monaghan territory and of the Moynahan/Moynahan/Moonaghan line, noting its Ulster connections.
B F Dutton of Houghton and Dutton Boston advocates the Tremont street subway calling it a public nuisance to some but a benefit to all property owners and business men affected by it. The firm sees the subway as a long run gain for private interests.
A U S steamship Alliance departed La Ibertad bound for Callao Peru. Navy reports the Peru Ecuador boundary dispute will be settled without hostilities.
Paris dispatch notes Arton the Panama Canal go between is now in London. The Dix Neuvieme Siecle says M Casimir-Porter prime minister and foreign minister has ordered efforts to arrest him for extradition.
The week features The Three Guardsmen Zamar and Ray Blas at multiple showings. The Prodigal Father Maggie Cline play the Museum while Night Owls perform at the Lyceum. New attractions include Gus Hill World of Novelties and The Police Patrol at Grand Opera House.
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