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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1895
Page
4
The Boston Post announces subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, payment terms, address changes, and payment methods. It notes second class matter status, advance payment requirements, and renewal policies, with editor E A Grozier listed as publisher.
The Transit Commission has urged Boston to provide a million dollars and nearly finished a progress report on its purpose. Signs of activity appear, especially the big draft, suggesting that by July 2 anniversary of the rapid transit law there may be visible work progress.
Senator David B. Hill argues the President drove a hard bargain due to a Democratic Congress that has failed to act. He notes past instances where the President was on the right side despite party volatility, urging Democrats and Republicans to accept the administration’s decisions as dictated by circumstances.
The piece weighs potential trips of a municipal suffrage bill through the House and Senate and the governor's likely actions. It questions whether Republicans should let the bill pass or kill it, noting suffragists' hardiness and nonmalice regardless of outcome.
A dated account notes high ranking Chinese generals and naval officers dying by self inflicted deaths to avoid public execution. The piece critiques the harsh army discipline as crude and grounded in a stark maxim that nothing succeeds like success, reflecting harsh policing and punitive measures.
A commentary contrasts Japan and China in war, praising Japanese patriotism and describing Chinese fighters as mercenaries. It notes that the Pekin defences relied on pepper pots against Japanese attackers, underscoring perceived differences in resolve and motive.
The piece notes a nationwide investment downturn from overcapitalization, yet highlights New England railroads as resilient. Boston & Maine, Boston & Lowell, and others trade above government bond benchmarks, with notable investor demand and strong dividends. It also praises charity efforts for island relief and calls for expanded Boston relief funds.
The Salvation Army chief General Booth receives a royal welcome at Faneuil Hall in Boston where extensive meetings have followed. The public shows strong support for his army's relief efforts aiding the poor and distressed, reflecting widespread esteem beyond official ceremonies.
Boston relief efforts receive swift support from Newfoundlanders as volunteers with open hands assist sufferers. Community members organize donations and services to ease needs in the area.
The Anglo American War Syndicate secures a treaty restricting use of the instantaneous motor, joining Britain and the United States in a prohibitive warfare pact. Public elation turns to disarmament as fisheries, forts, and costs are weighed, while a memorial honors the fallen Hutchins.
Weather observers cite an exceptionally cold season in the South with Florida orange groves frozen and icebound river steamers. The Post notes the season’s harshness, while a meeting reveals no report from the club and stresses no breach of good faith by members or representatives.
The Observant Citizen recounts visits by ex Mayor Matthews in New York staying with cousin Bran der Matthews and praises Robert F. Straine. It notes John D. Berran winning popularity as Public Institutions Commissioner, and Judge Woodbury, Health Commissioner Babbitt and Revenue Collector Donovan forming a social circle. Whitman College President Penrose impresses Boston with energetic leadership and hopes for funding for Dr. Pearson’s gift. Walla Walla citizens have raised $650,000. A Cambridge car incident follows, with a woman’s dropped purse leading to a comic needle package moment. Joe Zwinge welcomes a baby girl, 912 pounds, and postal placards mislabel Canada in Devonshire Street, raising questions about geography knowledge.
A reader questions a map of Canada’s scope from Nova Scotia to British Columbia and urges replacing “the provinces” with “Canada” in placards. The note recalls pre Confederation divisions, mentions County Court Judge J. Go of St John New Brunswick, and references figures A H Wilson age 84 descended from the Mayflower.
The Post limits letters to brief comments on opinions printed. Long epistles are discouraged and the paper does not endorse any reader views.
The February 18 issue defends the Observant Citi as a Boston class created to study current events and advance women’s parliamentary intelligence. The class, limited to fifty, meets biweekly with Mrs. H R Shattuck credited for leadership. Visiters attend to hear women discuss key national and state issues.
Newburyport readers weigh a puzzle about a counterfeit ten dollar note. A shoe store owner, unable to change the bill, exchanges it for seven dollars in cash and a pair of shoes. The passer later returns claiming the note is bad, and the dealer refunds ten good dollars. The owner loses seven dollars in cash value but keeps the shoes. he ends with a loss of seven dollars in the exchange and his trust in humanity.
A reader from Boston dated February 1 asks the editor where to apply for a letter carrier or other post office job. They request guidance on whether applications should be in person or in writing.
The notice states applicants must pass the civil service examination before applying, with the option to apply in person or in writing to the postmaster. It emphasizes a formal application process and testing prerequisite for eligibility.
A letter from Somerville asks if Belfast is a town or city in Ireland and whether it ever served as Ireland’s capital. The query notes Belfast’s status and history without asserting conclusions.
A despatch from Chatham New York reports Boston hospital house surgeon Dr Barney at Massachusetts General Hospital was seized by sudden insanity on a train from Boston. He had worked at MGH six months, was temperate, clever, and well connected in Boston with many friends. His Harvard studying brother departed for Chatham yesterday.
Tokyo reports General Nodzu’s forces attacked Hai Chang from Liao Yang and New Chwang routes, suffering heavy Chinese losses while Japanese losses were small. Port Arthur dispatch notes Ning Hai Chu occupied by Japanese cavalry and Ning Hai Chu inhabitants favor the Japanese. Marshal Oyama states proposal to surrender Wei Hai Wei forts and armament with foreigner release under neutral admiral guarantee. agreement largely accepted except for guarantee. Chinese garrison at Liu Kung Tao freed. captured foreigners to be moved and released later.
A despatch dated February 14 from Wei Hai Wei states Admiral Ito accepted Admiral Ting’s surrender proposals for the Chinese fleet. Ting’s officer was to open the military port and arrange capitulation details. It reports Admiral Ting Commodore Liu and General Chang died by their own hand. Admiral MacClure remained the negotiating officer.
From London February 17 the body of Wilhelm Murst a fireman aboard the steamship Elbe washed ashore on the Deal coast. A life belt and an Elbe mail bag were found nearby. The seal bore the mark Newspapers Bremen for Chicago. Two oars and several life belts from the Elbe also washed ashore about two miles from Deal.
The Pope said mass this morning before a small crowd and later greeted a band of Italian pilgrims in the throne room. He was somewhat rheumatic and fatigued, while forty American tourists who arrived in Rome requested an audience with His Holiness.
The customs tariff committee of the Reichstag approved raising the duty on cotton seed oil from 4 to 10 marks. The move aims to shield domestic production and adjust pricing within the tariff schedule as of February 17.
The Spiritual Temple on Newbury and Exeter streets hosted a well attended forenoon event with spirit messages read aloud. Mr Ayer defended press coverage of the phenomena while a cabinet seance featured visible hands and musical instruments. Messages from Samuel Hinckley General Grant John Quincy Adams and Garfield were reportedly received from the spirit world.
Local Assembly 7576 met last night to retract resolutions passed on February 3 charging Martin J. Padden ex State master workman with malfeasance and conduct unbecoming a Knight of Labor. The body seeks reinstatement or district reconsideration and forwards the retracting resolutions to the general executive board under seal.
The mayor plans an economy drive by examining departmental payrolls and family ties. Allies of Curtis oppose heavy representation of Hendricks Club members on the city payroll, notably the claim that the group draws about 75 000 annually, with scrutiny set to begin.
A young man visited Waltham's Kirwin livery to hire a horse to Newton but was refused. Dr. W G Sawyer lent him his horse after which the man vanished. Half the town, including Inspector McKenna, searched Milford and Mil ford authorities later learned the man may be operating a horse theft ring.
In Brooklyn on February 17 uniformed crews did not ride cars as strike actions paused. Many former workers reapplied at depots and some regained their old jobs while extra cars were dispatched to cover routes. Atlantic Avenue line service continued with several non serious collisions reported.
James Logan Gordon, general secretary of the Boston YMCA, will deliver a series of addresses to business men at the Evangelistic Association of New England noon meeting in Bromfield Street Church starting today at 12:35 p.m. He will be assisted by his sister Miss M. N. Gordon, gospel soloist.
Stamford report says Joseph Paight aged 72 a veteran of the Mexican war and the Rebellion was struck by the Washington express while crossing the railroad early today. One arm and one leg were severed and he died later.
A lively note declares Pike's Peak or Bust as the featured theme with dancing and singing by a wife, promising merriment to banish the blues as the puzzle captures community enthusiasm.
The essay notes ships in, fears eased, and society resuming revelry before Lent. Valentine parties were numerous last week with masked events led by Cu pids and Venuses. A standout gown described is a light yellow crepon with a plain skirt and a gathered bodice.
The gown features a yellow crepon foundation hidden by yellow net with puffed sections and sprays of deeper yellow violets. Net belting on each side forms bretons with floral sprays while cabbage choux finish the ends. Fur trims the skirt bottom in a crossed bodice surplice design with fur and choux accents.
Preparations for the twentieth annual Division 15 Ancient Order of Hibernians ball in Union Hall Cambridgeport are nearing completion. Mayor Bancroft and many state and city dignitaries are expected. The division, among the largest in the state, aims to outdo all prior events under chairman Hon. John W Coveney with a strong committee and prominent attendees.
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