18 Feb 1893
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1893
Page
1
In stock and of exceptional value a large line of Men's Underwear Hosiery and Flannel Shirts marked down to insure immediate sale. Stock must be reduced to make room for Spring Imports. Sale called a Midwinter's Sale of Winter Goods, inviting early shoppers to visit the New News Furnishing Goods Department for genuine bargains.
In London the House of Commons hears Morley state new police regulations will be issued and contemplates appealing the Supreme Court Ireland ruling on night ejectments. Redmond raises Daly’s case. Asquith defends inquiry but unlikely to reopen. Chamberlain resumes Home Rule debate with first reading, Times article discussed. Irish Nationalists refuse bar of apology for Times allegations, seek front-page apology.
A puny listless babe grows strong and rosy on Mellin's Food and Milk after a diet regimen. The ad-like item highlights renewed vitality and invites caregivers to consider the product for infant nourishment.
Washington February 17 The committee on foreign relations reported the Hawaiian annexation treaty with a recommendation to ratify It was placed on the executive calendar requiring a two thirds vote for ratification There are eighty seven Senators fifty eight votes needed for annexation Thirty nine favor annexation fourteen oppose supporting racial objections Twenty four undecided or withholding record until roll call
In Torrka Kansas on February 17 Republicans claim victory over Populists as Governor Lewelling signs a peace agreement at 1 p.m. Troops return home militia disbands and Republicans retain control of the House while awaiting Supreme Court rulings on habeas corpus cases involving arrested House clerks to determine legal body status.
The ex queen Liliuokalani submits a formal protest to President Harrison amid a revolt against Hawaii’s constitutional government. She claims US troops were landed with government aid and urges delay of any conclusions until her envoy arrives. Honolulu date January 18, 1895, is noted.
In the Fart River dispatch dated February 17, a memorandum found among Mrs. Andrew Borden's effects lists about $80,000 in stocks in Troy Mill Merchants' Manufacturing and other first class companies. It shows she marked some Globe Street Railway shares as sold, implying possible involvement in her husband's assets and a may indicate a money question discussed at home.
Rear Admiral Augustus Ludlow Case United States Navy retired died in Washington this morning. Born in 1813 he retired in 1885 and served with distinction in the Mexican War and the Civil War. He led the North Atlantic blockade squadron and participated in the captures at Forts Hatteras Clark Roanoke Island Sewall Point and Norfolk City.
The advertisement touts the superior flavor and absolute purity of Gibson's Whiskey as suitable for family and medicinal purposes. Sold by druggists growers and reliable liquor dealers.
Washington reports Treasury official Nebeker opposes issuing bonds now. A New York dispatch says only 780,000 in gold was shipped abroad today, far below the expected 2,500,000.
An advertisement extolls Lincoln's old Rye Whiskies at 21 Essex Street for its purity delicate flavor and absence of fusel oil and other abominations, claiming satisfaction for the discerning drinker.
New Reprorp notes Har and Akin received a telegram stating a large schooner was ashore at Shovelful Shoals. The tug Right Arrow, which arrived in port this morning, sailed at 3 p m to assist the vessel.
Briperfort Connecticut February 17 The schooner Housatonic reported adrift on the Sound remains unheard this morning. Local agents have no word and it is not believed she has passed Hell Gate as far as known.
Forecast for Saturday calls for snow in New England with easterly winds shifting to southerly and clearing in the south by Saturday evening, a slight rise in temperature. Eastern New York expects snow or rain, clearing in the afternoon, with easterly winds turning westerly and temperatures rising slightly.
The Boston Post publishes President Whitney’s rapid transit speech without pay and argues for press independence. Whitney, at the State House, outlines a plan to boost Boston by expanding rapid transit, claiming ample land for quadruple growth and a single suburban fare.
The fragment notes a speaker greeting a tense moment and outlining urgent needs, followed by a continuation hint. It mentions a focus on the situation and preparing for action, but no clear identity, organization, place, or outcome is provided.
Mr Whitney urged against adopting the London system of betterments for Boston streets noting London losses and county council favoring the American method of taking only required land for widening and funding improvements through assessments. He argued there is no cost advantage to a constitutional amendment for widening streets.
Lakewood New Jersey February 17 Cleveland announced J Sterling Morton of Nebraska, a leading Democrat, was tendered and accepted the post of Secretary of Agriculture. Also discussed were street widening plans and a Grand urban transit tunnel concept with an open trench across Public Garden, multiple tunnels, a central underground station, and a projected cost of five to six million dollars.
Ladies boots in small and large sizes offered at 1 and 2 dollars, reduced from 4 and 5 dollars. Store location listed as 469 Washington street.
In a preamble Mr Whitney argued the issue affects not only the metropolitan area of 800000 people but also Lynn Salem Lowell Lawrence and other outlying cities. He emphasized broader regional interest and impact.
Mr Whitney unveils a detailed transit concept starting from Pleasant street with four tracks, running surface cars, then an open cut to Eliot street, followed by an underground tunnel along Tremont street past Park Street Church and the Granary Burying Ground. He likens it to New York’s Fourth Avenue tunnel and argues for frequent openings every about thirty feet to ensure safety and comfort.
In Youngstown Ohio on February 17 a banker's failure shocks business circles. Robert L. Walker, a leading banker and organizer of the Youngstown Stamping Company, assigns assets after his debts top $200,000. Governor McKinley, a longtime friend, faces potential loss as Walker’s liabilities and related failures mount. The Girard Stove Works also fails with $30,000 in liabilities.
Speculation centers on Rev Dr Greer and Rev Dr Huntington of New York as likely successors to the late Bishop Brooks. Huntington denies formal overtures for the Massachusetts bishopric and declines comment on any offer.
Thomas McLaughlin, 48, an employee at Warren's coal wharf on Mt. Washington avenue, was struck by a falling chute while leading a coal team and knocked seven feet. He suffered a fractured spine and severe bruises, was taken to Gi Hospital, and it was feared he would not survive the night. He leaves a wife and four children at 58 Joy street in needy circumstances.
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