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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1895
Page
1
Ambiguous note hints at changes in New York customer activity and sales figures but provides few concrete details. No clear dates, entities, or outcomes are stated, leaving the item as a fragmentary market drift.
A terse note indicates a bargain offer from the assignee at Tremont Street, with confusion over whether a range bill should extend into the following year. The readable text is fragmented and lacks clear names or dates.
A local ad announces a Wednesday sale with many items at half or quarter price. Dress shirts cloaks children's dresses hosiery gloves handkerchiefs fob umbrellas and more are offered with steep markdowns, including crepe paper corsets Bohemian glass vases and Florence brushes. Prices not clearly listed but items described as just half usual or half price.
Poring consis Lam H Brine Ulaund lists a sole place of business at 1 and 3 Tremont Street. The readable text provides no further actions or dates.
The incident involved desecration of bones and coffins on the island, with remains burned to heat a boiler as workmen allegedly ignored authority. Officials including Superintendent Gerrish claim ignorance, while a fire stopped about a week ago with no official explanation yet.
The board rejected Preman's veto of the rifle range and refused to confirm Henry Parkman as trustee of the City Hospital. An order reimbursing City Treasurer Turner $1500, previously missing, was discussed. Council members praised Janfor, retiring with a gold watch, chain and charm. Parkman's defeat, 6 to 6, means mayor Quincey may appoint a new trustee.
A Boston listing promotes surplus stock of ledgers journals blotters and letter books at less than half price with prices and pages noted. The item is followed by city politics including Mayor Curtis vetoing the rifle range bill and a lengthy mayoral note on land purchase for militia grounds. Other items include Bailey on Elevated Railways opinions and a report on missing city funds with Alderman Lee proposing restitution and a park commission inquiry.
In Washington the Senate debates over committee control as Republicans seek reorganization after Jan 1 1896. Democrats defend majority norms while Populists say they hold balance power and will use it. Discussions touch on finance committee, sound money, and party responsibility, with bills on interstate commerce and tariff amendments noted.
Word received that Michael Green has been appointed postmaster in Watertown. Green, a SoundRiman and longtime Democratic committeeman, has served as treasurer and was elected to the Democratic State central committee from the Middlesex senatorial district.
The long missing Anthony, believed to be the Prot aire, has been located alive and well, cared for under nurse Bliss at Dr Ring's Hotel. A waitress, Miss Doherty, recognized him from a red scar and alerted the restaurant owner, leading to his identification. He will be returned to Ring's Sanitarium in Arlington.
The Board of Aldermen gathered at the American House for a social gathering last evening. Alderman Lee presided and presented Chairman Sanford with a gold watch and chain. Banford offered a grateful response amid commendations and thanks from attendees.
In Brockton on December 30 the Aldermen and Common Council accepted City Marshal Judah H. Chase's resignation. Mayor Whipple appointed Chase acting duty marshal until the mayor elect appoints a successor who will be assigned to night duty until new arrangements are made.
Hearing in the po e case resumes Tuesday after James Nichols of Monmouth testified that two men’ s tracks were seen Saturday afternoon in a field leading to the road toward Sawyer’s house. Defence closed, government to offer rebuttal testimony.
Charlestown yard is told to speed up the Passaic task with orders to rush the work. Authorities direct rapid mobilization and operational push to complete the assignment promptly.
Officials at Charles Town Navy Yard excited by Washington despatch ordering the monitor Passaic placed in immediate service. The overhaul will overhaul, recaulk, test engines, and hire first class engineers and mechanics. Despite aged construction, yard hands say Passaic could rival newer coast defence ships.
Justice Brewer of the Supreme Court has been tendered and accepted a seat on the Venezuelan Commission in Washington on December 30. The move places a high court figure in a diplomatic technical role amid ongoing negotiations with Venezuela.
The armored cruiser Maine joined Admiral Bunce's squadron at Hampton Roads after coaling at Newport News. No official sailing date or itinerary changes are known. Uncertainty surrounds the Texas inspection and potential delays before machinery trials, with repairs possibly taking ten days.
Madrid states that rumors of the Gubans retiring are unfounded as the Patriots prepare for a potential reintroduction in the province of San. No official confirmation yet, but discussions hint at renewed activity and strategic plans.
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