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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1897
Page
4
The Boston Journal urges replacing party driven tariffs with an independent expert commission. It argues a scientific tariff would avoid political favoritism and campaign financing influences, delivering consistency and stability for the nation's business.
The piece proposes a state commission or bureau to periodically publish the purchasing power of the dollar. It cites colonial acts in 1643 1682 and 1646 as precedents and argues for a historical and current value comparison to gauge economic value and present interest.
The piece argues charges of cowardice against General Alger are old and answered. It contends his military record is solid but questions his political fitness. It notes Senator Sherman’s account of Alger's presidential nomination bid and fears the alliance with Sherman could harm McKinley.
A wide range of proposed laws faces the General Court this year with a clear thrust toward protecting ordinary citizens from corporate power. Many measures demand detailed reports from trusts, taxation of street franchises, and changes to insurance contracts, signaling a liberal shift in public rights despite questions of practicality.
Petitions from the people drive lawmakers as corporations wait their turn in committees and in the Senate and House. The push progresses but may be slow to reach its goal.
The Post exclusive reports Chauncey M. Depew as the probable choice to represent the United States in Great Britain should New York fail to gain a cabinet post in McKinley’s administration. The piece argues Depew’s gentleness and social tact suit an ambassador’s duties and help maintain friendly U S UK relations.
A city debate urges burying trolley wires as electricity underground. The record notes far greater danger from illuminating gas than from electricity and calls safeguards for public safety in both energy forms. The legislative hearing highlighted risks and the need for protection of residents.
A Boston Theatre horn player in the Damrosch company performs in the wings as Siegfried appears, with notes on fashion by Miss Agnew at Park Theatre. The piece critiques streetcar etiquette, New Hampshire ocean wall plans, and a mock magazine launch, ending with a dated note from Leopold Jordan on February 2, 1897.
The Globe and Herald echo the Post in urging a public reception for Secretary of State Olney upon his March retirement. They praise his Venezuela policy and arbitration with Great Britain as historic, calling for a broad New England celebration led by Massachusetts to welcome him home.
The piece notes Secretary Olney may be welcomed back to Boston with a bipartisan reception. It recalls his rise from a respected local lawyer with little political clout to a national figure praised by President Cleveland. It cites a judge’s view that Olney would be a fit United States Senator if Democrats held power, while lamenting parties’ reluctance to place their best talents in public life.
Boston sources report Richard Olney will resume his law practice after March 4 when he leaves the Cleveland administration. A Boston banquet and public reception are discussed to honor the once unfamiliar figure who became the era’s most prominent cabinet member. Friends say Olney will work less strenuously yet remains the same diligent lawyer.
A short story by Eva A. Cassell describes a cold November day at a blacksmith’s shop. The forge master works in crimson firelight, his face and arms guled with the glow as he hammers a crescent of iron into shape and endures a subtle inner sorrow before the crescent falls unseen. The tale closes with the smith leaving, a child’s death shadowing the doorway.
A collage of quips and jokes from various papers highlights humorous exchanges. Notable lines poke at humor, propriety, and everyday wit with playful banter among Editors and readers. The collection showcases era voice and comic style without a single coherent news event.
Mrs. Lyman J. Gage, wife of a future McKinley Cabinet member, is described as tall and dignified, formerly Cornelia Lansing of Albany. The Gage home in Chicago is noted for its simple, earnest social life. James Murphy and Philip Judkins, once Cripple Creek miners, shipped two carloads of ore worth about $160,000 in gold.
The Boston Post reports a charity drive for a sick young woman, noting spontaneous contributions from all social levels. Donations total $112.26 with multiple entries from individuals in Boston and nearby towns, aiming to move her to milder climate to prolong life.
The old warship Minnesota moored by Congress street bridge hosted a ball on the spar deck for about 500 guests. Massachusetts Naval Brigade entertained with Lafricaine's Band, a concert, and a supper on the berth deck. Steward Namyo Abe prepared an exceptional feast as flags and colored lights decorated the vessel.
SONS OF ST GEORGE Copley Hall on Clarendon Street hosted 300 attendees for the lodge’s third annual gathering. Notables listed include Stephen Wills Charles Smith W J Baker W Sparrow R Thompson H Buckle W J Foster and many others with couples pictured among the crowd.
The Magnolia Club held its second grand ball last evening in Roughan Hall Charlestown with about 300 couples attending. Floor director James F Mullen led the grand match assisted by Mary Horrigan and officers James F Mullen and Peter A Johnson.
Ex Senator John J. Ingalls of Kansas arrived in Haverhill to visit his elderly mother. He praised the Populist state government as conservative and urged investor confidence, predicting McKinley would form a strong cabinet and the nation would see prosperity with a gradual business revival.
Joseph A Chabot a longtime safe manufacturer in this city died suddenly at his Somerville home 15 Park Street after arriving from his Union Station departure. He was in good health at his Sudbury Street shop 76 Sudbury Street yesterday. He collapsed within minutes after entering his home and died in his chair. Doctor T M Durrell attributes death to an aggravated Brights disease attack.
In New York a group of society women gathered at Miss Wilmerding's tea room where violet pressed velveteen gowns drew attention. One striking dress opened at the skirt as the wearer turned, revealing a bold under detail that brightened a dull day.
A description of gowns and hats in a fashion group. A woman wears a chinchilla cape and violet velvet hat, another in a purple velvet skirt with ermine edging, and a young girl in bright Russian blue with a plain bodice and white satin accents. A cheaper blue serge gown with black Hercules braid completes the scene.
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