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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1895
Page
4
The legislative committee on labor should invite operatives and manufacturers to form an advisory panel to draft a robust weavers bill. It argues last year’s specifications law failed, fueling the cotton strike by evading requirements, and insists a cooperative, comprehensive law will remove evasion.
An adverse report was expected from the Senate privileges and elections committee on direct popular election of U S Senators. Three committee members support the project, and the House passes the joint resolution viewing it as a positive reform. The piece notes potential scandal in Delaware if such a system were in place.
Boston business men report operatives favor compromise and arbitration over the wage dispute, while manufacturers stand firm. Public opinion should press for voluntary concessions and a settlement through impartial outsiders. law offers no coercive remedy, only moral duty.
The Ways and Means Committee approved a resolution authorizing the issue of gold bonds signaling a shift in sentiment. Leader Thomas B. Reed of Maine, once opposing gold bonds, voted for the measure though not gratefully to supporters, aligning with the president’s request for temporary relief and covering the planned new bond issue.
The speaker notes the resolution would not grant continuing Treasury authority after exhaustion and could save substantially on current bond issuance. He emphasizes the House must act promptly to implement the measure.
The report of a free silver coinage bill in the United States Senate marks the culmination of the folly of that body. The piece argues the bill unlikely to pass, viewing the Senate as useless and antagonistic to the President, while favoring the House and the President as checks against the silver movement.
The piece notes St Valentine’s Day arrives amid harsh late winter in New England with sparrows as the only alert symbols. It laments waning interest and romance, yet mail and doorbells confirm its stubborn survival despite declining fervor and the era’s decadent Valentine literature.
A West Everett station chat records last week posts 243 globes 101 heralds 73. Neal S202 wharf pursues historic fishing vessel models. A diner complains after an ox tail soup incident and a chicken pie charge. Arthur S Knell, ex Representative, visits Boston and Beacons Hill, escorted to a seat near the House Speaker.
A fictional clash pits the United States syndicate’s repellers and crabs against the English navy. Bombs and mechanical sea barriers devastate battleships, Fort Pilcher, and the Adamant, before a dramatic naval melee near Portsmouth. The British fleet retreats to await further orders as the sea roils with successive detonations and towering waves.
Councillor Maguire reports reading the Post praising its outspoken Boston coverage under its motto With a Mission and Without a Muzzle. Bertram Shapleigh, a young musician, is rumored to plan a Yucatan expedition researching ancient ruins.
The piece argues gowns must match a woman’s means to avoid social impropriety. A very conspicuous black satin gown with ermine trim signals wealth and risks repeated wear and loss of charm when funds are limited. It cautions heiresses and women with modest incomes alike. The latest fashion guidance follows.
The West End Boat Club held its eleventh annual ball last night in Cotillon Hall Mechanics building with bunting and plants. Officers included Floor director David T. King and reception chair George H. Hosmer among many. Invited guests featured Senator Gilbride Congressman-elect J F Fitzgerald Alderman Lomasney and several representatives and councilmen.
The piece reports on Governor Greenhalge’s veto of a Merrimac River fishing bill, with Senator Frothingham condemning the veto and urging support. It notes Essex county interests feel slighted, and mentions the Fish and Game Association boasting of influence, as well as anticipated Senate action after the House debate.
The Boston shoe and leather industry group auditions twenty end men for four solo spots in a March 26 Music Hall benefit for the Boston Press Club. Judges Ballou Trainer and Drew select Austin, Haley, Housman and Currell as soloists after rehearsals and solos on Climbing Honey Come Horace. The 100-voice chorus and stage troupe will perform medleys and finales under Harry J. Ballou with Herbert Drew managing.
The South Boston citizens' committee demands better street railway service from West End railroad, aiming to restore seventeen removed cars and add a Swett street line to Franklin Park. They seek a direct Charlestown route or a free transfer, threaten railroad commissioner action if ignored, and urge officials to address residents' grievances.
The steamship Dorchester crew enjoyed a social evening at Edward J. Trainor's home at 94 Porter Street East Boston on Monday. After dancing an oyster supper was served.
Reverend Charles L. Goodell spoke on Abraham Lincoln at Temple Street Methodist Church under the Epworth League. About one thousand people attended the lecture last night.
Governor McKinley of Ohio spoke at Rochester chamber banquet on capital and labor, urging revival of the merchant marine and a pragmatic national policy. He warned that the government must restore credit, raise steady revenue through taxes and tariffs, and avoid partisan debates that threaten fiscal stability.
The Pain and Oil Club celebrated its eleventh anniversary with a banquet at the Bruwick, a Ladies Night and Mayor’s Night hosted by Mayor Curtis and Private Secretary Guild. A formal reception in the Venetian room featured President Anthony W. Strauss and family, city officials, and prominent guests. Julia Ward Howe’s photograph adorned menus. Mayor Curtis delivered a brief address after thanks were given to Representative M. J. McEttrick for his work.
The thirtieth annual Dartmouth Alumni Dinner in Boston featured Dr. John G. Hildreth as presiding officer and Samuel L. Powers as toastmaster. Speakers included Professor Tucker on The Life of the College, J. Smith on Dartmouth as Seen from Cambridge, and others discussing bar contributions, athletics, and college ties.
New England Association Gas Engineers holds its twenty fifth annual session at Parker House with over 150 delegates. President Charlett Nettleton presides while Henry A. Thomas and Colonel Richardson address the gathering. Charles Lamson of Worcester is elected president with a slate including Samuel J. Fowler and Walter R. Addicks as officers and several directors named.
New York on February 13 reports the sale of tides left by the late George Inness at Chickering Hall. Fifty five paintings one third of the collection sold for a total of 35 35.70 and an average of 47 dollars. The top price reached 2100 dollars for a sundown in the last year of Inness's life. Met Museum and other public galleries attended though purchases were kept secret. Mr Warren bought two pictures, the only well known Bostonian among buyers.
The State Board of Arbitration makes another bid to settle a dispute between omit and employees in Haverhill. Commissioner Barry, the labor representative, visits Haverhill to arrange broad representation. Chairman Walcott and Commissioner Warner will also travel to the city.
The funeral of Lieutenant Patrick from the Church of the Immaculate Conception was held yesterday with many mourning friends and police department members who had served with him for seventeen years. Delegates attended from the St. Table Irish Society and Gra post. Interment occurred at Holy Cemetery in Malden.
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