Boston Post Publishing Company Rates and Mailing Details
The Boston Post Publishing Company lists subscription rates for daily and weekly editions. Daily rates are nine dollars yearly, four dollars fifty cents for six months, two dollars twenty five cents for three months, and seventy five cents for one month. weekly editions on Fridays are one dollar and fifty cents per year. Payments, including checks and money orders, should be payable to the Post Publishing Company. all money sent at the sender's risk.
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Post Publishing Company
Page Placements for Financial, Commercial and Ship News
The notice lists where to find the Financial and Commercial Departments on pages six and seven and the Ship News on page three. It guides readers to the appropriate sections for business reports and maritime updates.
Oleomargarine Row in New York Politics
In the New York senatorial contest Senator Miller’s oleomargarine law faces dairy opposition. Levi P. Morton explains the bill is weak and seeks amendments to stiffen it. He advocates raising the tax to five cents a pound with a future pledge to ten cents, signaling sharp campaigning prior to the next candidate’s pledge.
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New York
Massachusetts
Senator Miller
Levi P. Morton
Morton
Socialists pay for Avelings amid scandal and gossip
The national socialist board faced rumors about settling the Avelings' mention of 100 dollars weekly for services and 600 dollars in bills for bouquets cigars theatre tickets wines and return passages. The episode cites Avelings’ claim unpaid labor is civilization’s greatest curse and notes the party’s reaction.
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National Executive Board
Socialist Organizations
Aveling
United States
Avelings
Henry George Declines Bequest to Widow Over Books
Henry George renounces a $6000 bequest from George Hutchins of New Jersey to support his widow, who has paralysis and would receive only $3000 after George’s share. He says the aim benefits the cause, but cannot take money from a poor widow to fund his economic writings. He calls himself a better man than his teachings.
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Henry George
George Hutchins
New Jersey
George
Journal urges tax cuts with GOP accountability in Congress
The Providence Journal argues for immediate tax relief and fairness, stating that Republican responsibility remains despite a Democratic House. It notes Republicans in either chamber can back tariff reform and criticizes Massachusetts Republicans who broke party ranks on the Morrison bill.
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Providence Journal
House
House of Representatives
Journal
Congress
Amocrats
Senate
Massachusetts
Rules Change Opens Queen Victoria Jubilee Yacht Race to Americans
The revised measurement rules for the proposed ocean race next summer allow American boats to compete. If British yacht clubs adopt the new standard permanently, it could influence the cutter model used in future events.
American yachts gain entry in Jubilee race
The article discusses race rules emphasizing beam and sail area. It notes the American model, using a length times sail area over 6000 formula, offers a simpler comparison. With American entries unrestricted by typical measurement handicaps, there is a stronger case for U S representation in the ocean race.
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Cable
Social Statistics of Cities and European War Rumors
A long review notes the tenth census publication Social Statistics of Cities led by Col. George E. Waring Jr with contributions from George W. Cable and others. It covers 104 corporations, Boston New York Philadelphia pages, and questions government expenditure. The piece also discusses European militarism and a Atlantic Monthly overview, plus literary and theater notes and a Beverly Cadley anecdote.
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George E. Waring, Jr
Newport
I. S
George W. Cable
George W. Dresser
S. Waterhouse
James M. Bugbee
Wilson Eyre
New York City
Martha J. Lamb
Philadelphia
Susan Coolidge
New England
Middle States
Boston
New York
The
Transcript
Eliot C. Clarke
Walker
Obituary reference stirs thoughts on Blaine and Cleveland
A historical editorial ponders the hypothetical death of Presidents Blaine and Cleveland and how newspapers would react. It notes differing party perspectives and urges contemporaries to remember mortality and future obituaries.
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Cleveland
Blaine
Commerciaal Advertiser
Fragmented humor and quotes from late 19th century skits
A mosaic of jokes and anecdotes from various weeklies. Humorous quips about cocaine effects on speech, flat roofs with mortgages, Southern titles, editor quirks, and ethnic humor. Includes brief exchanges about tariffs on rabbits and a fire report from Oskaloosa, plus a Canton drought note and a Brooklyn vernacular bit.
Europe Faces Possible General War Cited By German War Figure
Analysis warns a two power continental conflict could erupt with Germany France Russia and Austria poised for collision. Major Haberding’s Reichstag report estimates European peace footings at 427000 Germany 471000 France 614000 Russia with Russia and Germany likelier allies than foes in a broad continental war.
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Europe
Germany
France
Russia
Austria
Major Haberding
Ministry of War
Reichstag
Haberding
Roumania
Hewitt Promises Politics Free City Hall As Mayor
A despatch reports Abram S. Hewitt outlines a two year administration aiming to banish partisan politics from New York City Hall. He pledges honest, straightforward governance with businesslike methods and expects criticism but will ignore it. He seeks to emulate Boston's Mayor O'Brien in efficiency and expense control.
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Abram S. Hewitt
New York
Mr. Hewitt
Sam
Tom
O’brien
Boston
Our American Magazines Growth and Popular Favor
The article notes rapid rise in American and English magazines with many new titles competing successfully. It argues reader demand sustains ongoing publication, whether light or solid, and highlights the era of expanding magazine circulation and influence.
Modjeska Season Praised Yet Theatres Earn Criticism
The Transcript lauds Mme Modjeska with a luxury portrait of a refined company at Hollis Street. It questions why other recent attractions like Held by the Enemy at the Museum are excluded from the “rare luxuries” claim.
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Howard Atheneum
The
Museum
Boston
Hollis Street
the Transcript
Mme. Modjeska
Meredith praised as a giant of modern fiction by Advertiser
The Advertiser lauds George Meredith as a leading, even Thackeray rival, claiming he sits at the head of modern fiction. Critics note Meredith’s ability yet caution that such praise may outpace public recognition and overlook certain flaws that hinder wider appreciation.
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George Meredith
McCarthy
Advertiser
Thackeray
Bret Uarte
Meredith
January Century praised for Lincoln biography and art
The January Century issue delights with Lincoln life and legal career in Springfield, his marriage, and the campaign of 184. It features a portrait of Bancroft and a vivid account of Bancroft meeting Byron aboard a Leghorn flagship, plus notable essays on French sculptors and comets.
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Springfield
William C. Brownell
Saint-Merceaux
Mercié
Falguiére
5. P. Langley
George Bancroft
William M. Sloane
Princeton Review
Mr. Bancroft
Berlin
Bancroft
Monte Nero
Fyron
Thrifty Boston December Ways and Postholiday Trade
A Boston writer notes households scavenging postholiday leftovers at deep discounts for New Year gifts and children’s wear. He also describes a fancy goods dealer’s remark on unsold cards and a wealthy shopper who buys bargain items despite wear. The piece mentions pop corn sales at shops and stations, plus a critical exchange about Senator Dawes and Governor Long in local papers.
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Boston
Signor Blitz
Good Time Coming For Railways And Southern Prosperity
Philadelphia Times argues railways and northern and southern industries are closely linked, predicting the prejudiced ignorance of the South will vanish, clearing the way for national grandeur and prosperity.
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South
Philadelphia
Creed construction shifts from exclusion to inclusion
A New York opinion notes that historic creed construction aimed to exclude uncertain outsiders, but modern practice seeks to include those who are not clearly outside the fold, reflecting a philosophical change.
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Man
The Senatorial Situation in Republican Rank and File
The piece notes Senator Dawes seeks reelection against John D. Long. Dawes enjoys backing from party leaders who seek the best party and state interests, not personal gain. It mentions a Chester convention and a governor’s stance, with the legislature as the arena to test strength.
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Senator Dawes
John D. Long
Henry L. Dawes
North Adams
Chester
Robinson
Springfield
Mayor O'Brien’s Vetoes Strengthen Third Term Support
Boston mayor O'Brien justified the Independents' confidence by two vetoes sent to the city council on Monday. Both vetoes were sustained and his defense of taxpayers' claims in the second case was so solid that only one alderman voted to override him.
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O’brien
Boston City Council
N. X. Evening Post
Clarke’s Last Lecture on Life of Christ
The Rev James Freeman Clarke delivered his final talk on Studies in the Life of Christ before the Unitarian Sunday School Association at Channing Hall. He explored parables and incidents from Christ’s life, urged outreach and upright conduct, and urged self sacrifice as life’s highest aim.
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James Freeman Clarke
Christ
Channing Hal
Unitarian Sunday School Association
Matthew
Kingdom of Heaven
Peter
Hell
Artistic visitors and staff changes noted at local papers
Personalities arrive in town including Mr S S Tuckerman the artist and Mr H H Kitson the sculptor with a portrait commission for Governor Ames. Harper's Weekly highlights Henry W Grady. Walter Allen of the Advertiser retires after a long, varied career including Washington correspondence and book reviews.
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H. H. Kitson
Governor Ames
Harper’s Weekly
Henry W. Grady
Walter Allen
Advertiser
Allen
Washington
Portland Press
Delano A. Goddard
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