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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1895
Page
4
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Hearings on establishing a textile school under state authority do not oppose combining it with state aid to the Institute of Technology. The public interest favors placing the textile school in Boston as an adjunct of the Institute, with funds directed to that institution.
The article argues that modern ocean steamships are highly safe, noting La Gascogne as a rare exception and the Elbe disaster as an outlier. It asserts ships now offer high reliability, with delays possible but no passenger harm, and that travel times have shortened while safety and speed improved.
Some Republicans regret voting against the currency bill and hope for a patriotic reversal. They place responsibility on the Democratic majority for Congress's inaction. The piece criticizes Congress as unpatriotic and pig headed, blaming those who campaigned for sound money yet failed to lead.
The passage urges all men with patriotism across parties to uphold the administration and the country’s credit during a critical moment, and to grant the Treasury the authority it seeks to protect the currency. The speaker accuses the Silverites of moral blame for opposing this measure.
Citizens meeting led by Rev Woods launches a relief effort for Newfoundland. Plans include a mass meeting and a Cambridge gathering to fund aid, drawing on Boston's previous response to St Johns fire. Fishermen face shortages as Labrador fisheries suffer and trade stalls worsen ahead of spring.
General Martin proposes strengthened anti gambling laws to close gaps in statutes that hinder police from obtaining acceptable evidence. Current prosecutions fail, with offenders often fined or discharged. He argues a tougher law will curb the lottery traffic and remove a long standing scandal.
The piece argues replacing steam with electricity for Boston’s elevated railway to gain public support. It contends steam power is a public dislike and that electric traction, already used in the West End, would prevent coal burning locomotives from worsening noise and pollution and help the project survive opposition.
The City Council requests the Rapid Transit Commission prepare a formal report outlining findings, recommendations, and next steps regarding transit planning, service levels, and funding considerations for public review. The move signals a push for official accountability and detailed documentation of proposed actions.
The Post announces ongoing publication of Frank R. Stockton stories The Lady of the Tiger Rudder Grange and related serials, copyrighted by Stockton and purchased rights by Dodd, Mead for serial airing in The Post of New York.
In a dramatic sea clash a British ironclad fleet battles a syndicate of innovative war vessels using crabs and repellers. Crabs tear away rudders and screws, halve the Adamant’s defenses, and force a surrender. The pursuit shifts as the syndicate sails toward Halifax and Portsmouth, while dynamos and ordnance struggle amid exploding devices and shifting tides.
A city commission reports on progress from Scollay square to Maverick square with borings to test soil and notes ongoing Charlestown bridge discussion. The writer urges details on East Boston tunnel and calls for a full report to spark public hope for rapid transit for future generations.
The piece describes Boston women active in current events study sessions, with New York schools seen as ahead in cultivated discussion. It also covers Brockton politics, Mayor Whipple’s typist issue, athlete Richard Williams, new surveyor Buckley, and a list of Bostonians sailing on the Teutonic February 13.
On Sunday February 17 in the Columbia Theatre Rev A P Doyle will speak on The Pope and America followed by a concert by famed artists to benefit the House of the Angel Guardian. Hon T J Gargon will preside as clergymen and gentlemen join the platform. The charity, founded in 1860, relies on charitable support as winters strain finances. Tickets priced 25, 50, 75 cents and 1 dollar.
Boston rallies to aid Newfoundland with plans for a city wide appeal. Mayor Curtis to meet with four delegates from the Journal and clergy leaders to organize a mass meeting at Knights of Honor Hall Saturday. A distributing depot and church collections are proposed to reach outport victims with clothing, provisions and money.
A brief verse by N Dermody criticizes Chicago as the Windy City, arguing in Washington that the Windy City label persists due to the Senators speeches, framing the city as windier than any place.
This department invites short crisp letters of comment suggestion criticism or complaint. The Post reserves no room for lengthy epistles and does not necessarily endorse the opinions printed here.
To the Editor of the Post, a reader argues that guided tours would disrupt study in the new library. He opposes personal guided explanations for public portions, urging silent wandering and question time only after inspection. He cites the Capitol in Washington as a contrast and defends quiet reading rooms.
A reader asks if long skates like Donahoe or Whepley are illegal to use day or night at Wood Island Park. Police at headquarters state there is no law banning any skate type and officers cannot eject skaters for using such skates on the rink.
Mr Butterworth writes to correct a misstatement by a correspondent claiming he was editor for twenty years. He says he never held the editor title, only an assistant editor role for years, and asks that the record reflect this to honor the actual editor who controlled the paper.
Arthur Whiting presented a two recital series in Bumstead Hall with Kneisel Svecenski and Schroeder. He performed four self composed pieces including two concert etudes minuet and caprice. Brahms intermezzos and a trio and quartet with violin and cello impressed a cultured audience.
At yesterday's membership committee meeting the Press Club elected new members James C. White active at Record F H Cushman active at Record A C Dowse active at New England Grocer C W Willis active at New England Grocer BE S Abbott visiting C L Becker visiting R J Gilbert associate at Post.
The St Pauls School Alumni Association of Boston will hold a special meeting at Richard H Dana office 9 Exchange Building Thursday at 3 p m to act on the death of Dr Coit the late rector and to handle any business before the group
Miss Julia King of Emerson College of Oratory delivered two readings at the Star Course at the People's Church on Monday evening. Her recitations of The Prodigal Son by Richard Harding Davis and The Night Wind by Eugene Field drew strong favor from the audience.
The Boston branch of the Christian Alliance will hold an all day service on Thursday February 14 at Bromfield Street Church. Three meetings are planned at 9 30 2 and 7 30 with speakers Rev Stephen Merritt of New York and Dr Julia Morton Plummer of Boston.
The Rev. John Brown denies cruelty in his divorce case. He writes to friends in Fall River explaining Texas connections, family feuds, cattlemen, and personal acts of defense and protest. He recounts aiding a threatened woman at sea and a police incident that earned a $5 fine.
Somerville Public Library trustees debated The Manxman by Hall Caine. Librarian John S. Hayes said three copies are in circulation and the board has not restricted access, but the book should be limited to adults.
Patrolman Robert D. Merrill of Division 10 faced police commissioners after being accused of intoxication on February 7. He testified he was ill and had taken four quinine pills and a Dover powder, then returned to the stationhouse where another officer had to take him home. The doctor who prescribed the medicine corroborated possible effects. The case was taken under advisement.
The Granite Manufacturers' Association of New England met in Wesleyan Hall and elected officers led by President Henry Murray of Boston. Vice presidents include W. S. White of Rockland and Thomas Nawn of Concord. treasurer I. F. Woodbury of Boston. An executive committee named multiple members from Maine to Connecticut. The secretary appointment rests with the executive committee.
A discussion on how costumes embody a definite theme, comparing designers to artists and musicians who create from impulse, sometimes unconsciously defying formal rules yet producing meaningful works. The piece reflects on instinct versus knowledge in creative craft.
Within the text, natural artists and women with dressmaking gift are praised as possessing a rare instinct for harmonious color, framing the secret of successful modiste. It notes form as the guiding theme, mentions immense sleeves, wide skirts, and color amplified by cloudlike silver lining, with black crepon and pale yellow chiffon as sample styling.
Baron Schlippenbach, vice-consul for the Russian Empire in New York, toured Boston to administer voluntary oath of allegiance to local Russians. Most participants were Hebrews. He speaks four languages and will continue work at the Boston vice-consul's office, 58 India Square, today.
A dynamite gunboat crab used a speaking tube to accept surrender from a British vessel. The crab towed the gunboat toward the fleet, offering parole to avoid further combat as seven British ships lay disabled. The scene marked an unprecedented moment in naval warfare.
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