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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1893
Page
4
The revolt of the Lieutenant-Governor against doing the work of davidhallrice forces the councillor to speak for himself. His speech yesterday drew sharp contrast with former leaders and was denounced as a ridiculous harangue reflective of partisan control over party policy.
The Post questions the repeal of the Sherman silver bill by Congress and warns that many lawmakers fail to grasp the danger. It suggests trading free coinage with mandatory hard silver payouts and argues for forcing miners to accept silver dollars, not receipts, to curb the pig silver market.
District Attorney Allen and ex Governor Robinson receive credit for persisting in pursuing officials of the wrecked Maverick Bank. The case faced legal obstacles, multiple indictments, and strong defense, but the jury verdict marks a healthful demonstration of law in holding offenders to account, with final affirmation months away.
The author argues for replacing Fast Day with Lexington Day as a spring holiday. If Fast Day stays, the public still longs for a true spring holiday, proposing April 19 as Lexington Day to give the people two holidays while noting prior desecration of Fast Day.
A proclamation declares days devoted to humiliation and prayer, arguing that more days aid collective effort. The statement frames the observance as beneficial, urging participation and reflection across the community. It emphasizes unity and moral sentiment without specifying dates or authorities.
The State House hearings reveal strong public opposition to using Boston Common for rapid transit. The Post notes a 4 to 1 count against the invasion so far, urging the Legislature and Board of Aldermen to refer the issue to the people who own and benefit from the Common. The piece argues only public consent can decide the fate of this vital city space.
The article lauds Stevens for asserting U S dominance over Hawaii, calling it a novel sensation and noting the protectorate as a striking display of American reach. It ponders how history would view a British counterpart declaring a protectorate.
A 19th century verdict condemns Dr Lesseps and Eiffel in the Panama scandal. The article laments De Lesseps' fall from fame and portrays Eiffel as a crude swindler, noting the likely disappearance of the aged contractor if imprisoned. It frames the case as a cautionary tale against arrogant enterprise.
An editorial from Marlboro Times notes a factional break in Republican support for Governor Russell as David Kalirice of Brookline disrupts party unity. The piece predicts further discord and urges restraint to avoid harming the governor and the party’s prospects.
From the Dover Republican and Portsmouth Times reports suggest President-elect Cleveland may name John Quincy Adams of Boston to the Cabinet, with three generations of his family noted for foreign affairs acumen and potential for success in diplomacy.
The column surveys local figures and events in Boston society. It comments on Rev Garrett J Barry's likeness to Governor Russell, Judge Campbell's historic Catholic cabinet role, Mrs Lowelt’s hospital confinement, Bosworth of the Herald, Bliss' wedding toast, Commodore Bertram's hunting talk, Jim Murphy's dancing habit, a dog carriage on Washington Street, Arthur Foote's new Chicago premiere, D C Heath Co moving to Chicago, a nostalgic roller skating memory, a gray hair epidemic tied to starch, and W W Clapp’s early History of the Boston Light Infantry given to the corps.
A pasted page compiles quips about detectives, tailors, infancy, and humorous misprints. Jests and misheard lines appear from multiple papers including Picayune Troy Press Yonkers Statesman Cleveland Plain Dealer Chicago Tribune Vogue and Kennebec Journal.
The body of a man about 50 was found by the New England railroad two miles west of Wrutorantic around noon. He appears to have been struck by cars, both legs severed below the knees and the right side of the head crushed. He wore light clothes and a short beard. Identified by local lodging as George Brown of Suffield Conn, held by Undertaker Sessions for identification.
Prominent speakers will address the Patria Club in New Haven and Yale students revisit football rules. Amherst Alumni meet in Springfield while Stamford honors Joe Donoghue with a 250 dollar medal for a 100 mile record. Rousing scenes at Delmonico's Lincoln dinner with Ingersoll and Depew addressing the Republican Party. Aristocracy tops Palmer's stage tonight for its 100th production as taxation talks fill New York City Hall. Boxing at Buffalo and skating entries close as various associations hold annual meetings in Trenton and Leavenworth. A postal tube trial in Philadelphia, a Denver romance by telegraph, and major Mardi Gras prep in New Orleans color a busy day.
A city hearing on rapid transit proposals to widen Tremont and Boylston streets drew protests from General Walker and many officials who urged preserving the Common as a peaceful space. Speakers favored tunnels and municipal control to avoid displacing the park, with estimates from four to sixteen million dollars.
San Francisco February 9 news that Minister Stevens has established a U S protectorate over the Hawaiian Islands. The act was executed February 1 with the Stars and Stripes raised at Aliiolani Hall and a proclamation issued in his name. The move aims to protect life and property and occupy public buildings as negotiations in Washington proceed. Signed John L Stevens.
James Burns aged 35 of Thorndike was found dead inside his tobacco and confectionery store. Despondent in recent days, he drank to excess. doors were secured from inside, with no foul play suspected, last seen alive around 9 AM yesterday.
The Lowell Courier notes Boston's drive for a one dollar gas price with strong effort. The piece suggests the policy will be judged worth the cost when implemented.
The provisional government moved to secure US aid as tensions rose. At 9 a.m. the American flag was raised atop Aliiolani Hall while the Hawaiian flag remained in the palace courtyard. The city held calm. authorities described the event as not indicating cession. The government’s arms were to be withdrawn and guarded, with several new laws enacted since January 17, including treason penalties and a ban on firearms. A volunteer force was growing, and barracks filled the government building.
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