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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1896
Page
4
The piece urges killing the biennial election resolution after it returns to the House. It argues the people oppose ceding control of government machinery via biennial votes and would repudiate the measure if referred again. It claims frequent elections keep citizen control and would benefit current legislators at the next election.
The piece argues that the large oversubscription of the new loan will elevate general market sentiment. It asserts American securities have recovered from war scare dips, with government bond demand set to lift prices and reinforce currency soundness, prompting broader gains as citizens support the government and private enterprise.
The piece dismisses Lord Dunraven’s delay in apologizing for accusing Defender managers of fraud in the America’s Cup races. It argues he may issue a statement or resign from the New York Yacht Club, but the author views these as personal matters and not of public concern. It calls for a protective clause in future challenges to prevent similar issues.
The hundred million loan is subscribed nearly six times over showing immense public faith in the nation's credit. The sale raised about seven million more than the Morgan syndicate bid, proving the American people prefer open bidding and direct Treasury finance to private syndicates. The message urges trusting the citizens and their financial strength.
The Boston Republican machine senator Hutchinson sponsors a bill to shift election control from local officials to state authorities. He argues the move targets partisan gain as Democrats hold power, while critics say it undermines local self government and the current board’s performance.
The loan's success ends the free silver folly and boosts U S credit worldwide. Citizens rush to fund the government with 600 million dollars in gold, affirming bonds will be paid in gold and repudiating 60 cents in silver for 3 dollars. This rush shows abundant national funds, spurs trade, and promises prosperity.
The Observant Citizen notes a proposed Boston gas venture led by Henry M. Whitney to source from Cape Breton coal beds with a target price of 50 cents per thousand feet. The writer questions the move's end point and contrasts it with past oil booms and public transportation ideas as society debates affordability and urban life.
An OCR fragment references the Cin'Tth firm Tre Procter & Gamate Co. in a brief business note, with unclear context and partial company name due to damaged text.
A breezy column notes etiquette and local goings on in Boston. It describes private party gatekeeping, police courtesy in the peninsula district, a literary discussion at the Old Corner Book Store, and colorful figures from city life including politicians, firemen, and a barbed banter about a bar entertainment in a no-license town.
In a playful domestic scene Nellie urges Cousin Molly toward a romance with Mr Beaumont while Molly resists and teases, teasing that Nellie is a schemer. The dialogue hints at mutual affection and comic misunderstanding.
A collage of gibes and quick retorts from historical papers. Jokes about Lot and his wife, Bibby, Gambage the artist and daily banter reveal light social satire and everyday wit from early 20th century humor columns.
In Foxcroft Maine February 5 another meeting of note holders in the Hale defalcation case was held at the Dover courthouse. A committee report urges hiring an expert accountant to audit all books and records and to levy 1 percent of note amounts to cover costs. Suits may not be unified, but cooperation among holders is intended. The case hinges on whether funds were used for town purposes and promises further disclosures of alleged misuse by former officials.
The funeral for Prince Henry of Battenberg, died aboard the Blonde en route to Madeira, was held at Whippingham Church Osborne. The Alberta carried the coffin and a royal guard watched over it overnight as Princess Beatrice and the Duke of Connaught attended, with Queen Victoria arriving at noon. The service was led by Bishop Randall Thomas Davidson and music chosen by Princess Beatrice.
The New England Women’s Press Association held its monthly meeting at the Parker House with Mrs. Mary Alden Ward presiding. A reception to Madame Nordica was set for Thursday February 27 from 3 to 6 at the Parker House, and several committees were appointed for the coming year including Programme, Reception, Visiting, Room, Journalists’ fund, council and cooperation, and clubhouse.
Woodville held a gala day as the new water system addition to Hopkinton's setup was tested. The two and a half mile pipe line and hydrants delivered strong water at 105 pounds pressure from bored wells on Hopkinton's height. A dinner at Coolidge's hosted over eighty plates with Frank Wood, Esq. presiding.
Officer John William Pyne of police headquarters married Miss Rose Sullivan in St Marys Church Bunker Hill district. Nuptial mass by Rev Father J. W. Allison. bride in broadcloth suit with pearl ornaments. sister as bridesmaid Miss Mary T Sullivan. best man Edward T Pyne. ushers P J McNulty and F A McCormick. reception at 21 Harvard street followed by wedding breakfast. Presents from police friends noted.
The State Board of Arbitration met in Marlboro on February 6 to consider Rice & Hutchins requests for wage reductions at their Cotting Avenue shoe factory. Representing the firm were William B. Rice and Co. W Curtis. Employees were represented by John H. Murrey and P J Byrne with Murray Byrne and Michael Quirk named as experts.
Lynn druggists form the Lynn Druggists Association with Sidney P. Kenyon as president and C S Bird as vice president. Fr E Bickford serves as secretary and treasurer. The group adopts resolutions opposing the state pharmacy regulation bill and names a committee to attend hearings.
A reflective verse imagines the moon gossiping about people and reputations, hinting at how rumors impact social standing and moral stature in a playful, celestial voice. It weaves whimsy with caution about public perception and hidden judgments.
A letter to the editor protests Boston whites denying a room to a colored man. The writer argues segregation harms both races and notes even a bishop or laborer would face the same objections. He suggests the man would be better off with his own race and cites a local remark about white trash.
A Dorchester reader defends Boston against the charge of shame while condemning the snobbery of city hotels. The writer calls out Adams House Parker House and Young's Hotel for injustices to Bishop Arnett and urges public pushback against hotel managers rather than the city itself. The letter dates to February 4, 1896.
A Washington Street businessman recalls a wartime night when advancing troops approached a Union outpost. Though outnumbered, the sentinels stood ready. The approaching force proved to be passing colored troops, and no color line was drawn as they passed the post.
A reader argues against condemning the Lexow inquiry while acknowledging the state of affairs that fuels disgust. The writer urges starting at the bottom to uncover the original indorser and questions why responsible officers aren’t already addressing corruption and mismanagement. The letter also cites the idea of a "Cathode ray" as a metaphor for scrutiny.
A reader suggests extending land along Marginal or Webster streets in East Boston to the North ferry to improve rapid transit. The plan would shorten connections between ferries and the wharves serving railroads and European steamers.
In this fashion note a scarf of grass linen fabrics appears in blue green and pink with lace edges and embroidery foundations. Prices run from 1.25 to 4.50 per yard as shoppers seek budget options before summer wardrobe needs.
A London pattern cutter delivers the latest spring design, enabling access to fresh fashion options and directing the process toward renewed style. The narrative implies a textile and fashion context with emphasis on design acquisition and subsequent use.
The piece discusses preparing for the season with gowns and safe investments such as white alpaca. It notes English taste, French influence, and velvet combinations shaping elegant spring styles, highlighting an all white alpaca gown with a velvet over blouse in turquoise velvet.
Elizabeth Dearborn of Provincetown thanks the Post for naming her winner of the menu prize and encloses the receipt. She expresses delight at reading her name in print and signs the letter from Provincetown dated February 4.
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