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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1892
Page
4
Post Publishing Co issued a brief public notice from 259 Washington Street. The readable fragment indicates a publishing house address and a generic directive or announcement associated with the firm.
The proposed party process favors naming Patrick A. Collins as the next United States Senator. Advocates praise his ability, character, and national reputation, arguing he is the best Democrat to represent Massachusetts in the Senate and that the convention should nominate him for this high office. The consensus views Collins as equally qualified to serve in the upper chamber as he did in Congress.
The Bowdoin Square Theatre opens this evening in Boston with an excellent management team. The city now boasts a high theatre density, with Bowdoin Square as the second house opened this season and plans for another soon. The industry credits elevated tastes and quality touring acts for Boston’s dramatic prosperity.
Residents express clear preference for quality and back it with strong support, seeking superior services and standards. The sense of local pride drives generous backing for improvements and initiatives, reflecting high expectations and collective investment.
The Sunday Herald argues the Boston police face obstacles enforcing gambling laws but fails to prove their case. It urges stronger state authority and a higher governor’s salary to improve enforcement and accountability, noting post investigations show limited arrests and the need for decisive action.
Congressman Stevens leads the wool bill shaping. Raw wool becomes free for U S manufacturers and finished product duties are eased, with a 40 percent ad valorem rate opposed by some toward 35 percent. The measure is portrayed as a Massachusetts bill reflecting local political stance.
The piece urges Mr Bland to secure a majority to make the silver bill a special order for Wednesday. It argues many will vote against the bill but want the issue exposed to public sentiment, contends public opinion is shifting toward sound currency, and urges the nation to speak now.
A communication to the Post from Colonel Albert A. Poor urges the assembly to consider a fair governor salary. The message presents a view on compensation standards for the gubernatorial office.
The Post applauds progress in exposing gambling by publishing daily lists of men involved with clear addresses. It asserts the effort has drawn statewide attention and will expand, shining light on the dens and occupiers, with ongoing additions to the roll of infamy.
A discussion on the coal trust and whether law or morality should curb a monopoly. It notes a parallel with a rail lease case broken by Pennsylvania courts, recalls Governor Pattison's stance, and mentions an interstate commerce law inquiry in Congress. It argues that if no law exists to restrain such a monopoly, one should be created.
The past week ushers in major consolidations with Edison and Thomson-Houston joining forces alongside Reading’s coal giants. Analysts warn speculation will rise as investors chase “tips” and inflated promises, while others fear industrial oligarchy replacing democracy. New England rail stock lingers, and West End Land gains notice on Maverick Bank deal chatter.
The Post reports that policy players and others harmed by gambling can reclaim three times their losses. A Boston court case features a man seeking 3900 restitution for a 1300 roulette loss, highlighting remedies for victims, including impoverished wives or mothers, to overturn plunder by swindlers.
In Boss Ton, a tale unfolds of Fakirs promising wealth and traps ensnaring many. A husband loses his ten talents to temptation and the Tiger, with his wife demanding proof, after which the crowd and Lords debate law, proof, and power, ending with the Lords of Castle Pull asserting they require a harder rule and test.
The Haverhill Gazette notes policy writers remain in the city conducting their lottery business with apparent immunity from arrest. The piece urges the marshal to present himself to the people and address the situation.
The Massachusetts House proposes stronger gambling laws aiming to close dens by removing heavy doors to allow police access for raids. The measure signals tougher control and enforcement to curb illegal gambling venues and associated crime.
A brief meditation notes that the Republican State committee chairman bears the campaign burden this fall. It hints at his thoughts before the battle and suggests even less pleasant reflections may follow after the outcome.
A fragment from a political column features Am Draper praising protectionism and warning of Democratic and McKinleyite factions. It includes quips about dividends for protected manufacturers, the cost of wool, and threats of party infighting. The piece blends political theater with satirical asides and editorial asides about the era's trade debates.
Miss Frances K Willard of the W C T U plans a summer cottage at Mt Desert. John G Whittier recovering from a second grip. Eugene Densmore of Laconia reports fifty two pounds of trout in Lake Winnipesaukee in one day. George Byron Chandler of Manchester named as a delegate at large to the national Democratic convention. Bowdoin College treasurer to survey a contested Garcelon will in California courts. Amos R Barrett succeeds William Smith as superintendent of motive power and machinery for the Boston and Maine railroad.
An Indiana view from the Indianapolis Sentinel notes that Indiana Democrats question Hill as a presidential candidate despite acknowledging his governorship record. They dislike his circle, tariff and ballot reform stances, and the Democratic Editorial Association meeting shows only three of thirty-nine editors supporting Hill.
East Boston Advocate praises Mayor Matthews for backing Dr. Thomas L. Jenks and his management ideas at Deer Island. The paper questions whether all Board of Directors members possessed the same ability and judgment, saying the disgraceful episode last week might have been avoided.
The Charlestown Enterprise notes the Post urge for action by the Bunker Hill Monument Association to restore the Beacon monument on Beacon Hill. It says the association is slow, still in early planning stages, and has been taking initial steps for years to build a granite lodge for the Bunker Hill Monument.
The second De Pachmann piano recital at Chickering Hall featured Chopin predominance with Schumann and Liszt works. Critics praised his magnetic touch and pianissimo effects, noting audience warmth after the Chopin rondo. Future programs include Schumann etudes and a major operatic festival matinee at Music Hall with a strong lineup. The Kniesel quartet and Mme Hopekick headline a varied concert schedule, while the Boston Symphony Orchestra enjoyed success on its tour with soloists Wyman, Burmeister, and Kneisel earning acclaim.
The Rev. Charles Elliott D D LL D born in Scotland March 15 1815 died this morning in Easton of the grip His home is in Chicago with Lafayette duties three months yearly He was professor of Biblical literature at the Presbyterian Seminary Chicago 1863 to 1887 and had taught at Miami University Oxford Ohio for fourteen years He authored extensively on biblical topics.
Henry Miller, a farmer, his wife and his mother were found dead in their house near Herr, Kansas. The residence was tightly shut, with stove lids closed and gas filling the home. The motive remains undetermined as investigators probe the suspected gas-related deaths.
The Journal reports 1239 prominent Georgians surveyed on the Democratic presidential nomination. Of these, 849 favor Grover Cleveland, 277 back David Bennett Hill, with 30 nominating others or remaining undecided. The study spans 93 counties and 87 towns with varied affiliations.
Washington February 14 Speaker Crisp named a special committee to investigate the pension bureau. Chairman Harrison H. Wheeler of Michigan leads a five member bipartisan group with Democrats Wheeler Little Dungan and Lind and Republican Marriott Brosius. Wheeler, 53, a lawyer and Civil War veteran, served from private to captain, was wounded at Buzzard's Roost Gap Kenesaw Mountain and Jonesboro, now draws $30 monthly pension for a left arm injury.
A Post reporter visited Harvard Observatory to discuss sun spots with Professor Pickering. He notes sun spots exist continuously, recent ones are larger than usual, and dark spots are likely cave iiies. The solar committee of English astronomers directs daily solar observations from Kew, Greenwich, and India, gathering photographs for a shared archive.
Henry Tenbroeck Gamage, 87, a Yale classmate of ex Senator Evarts, was found dead in his University of the City of New York room after living there forty nine years. Death from natural causes. The secluded man’s apartment housed paintings and statues, with rare originals believed to be old masters. The only known contact was occasional letters from Rev Dr Gardner of New Milford, Penn.
Representative Rosnosky of Boston proposes in the Legislature to let the cities committee study annexing Cambridge to Boston. The Cambridge press mocks the idea as outdated and unnecessary, asserting the present generation will not surrender its birthright for Boston politics.
Opinion piece from the Berlin New Hampshire Independent titled An Unprejudiced Opinion. It reflects on local issues and community perspectives with a traditional newspaper voice.
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