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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1895
Page
4
The reception of the subway plan for the congested city section pleases supporters and voters. It is hailed as a good start and the commissioners are urged to match plan quality with energetic execution, backed by funds and public approval. The expectation is that they will proceed vigorously.
Warwick declined first, but Quay's support propelled the Philadelphia mayoral nominee. The strong Republican majority signals the ring centered on Quay and Martin, undermining reform efforts. Pattison, an incorruptible former governor, loses as Philadelphians back a candidate tied to party influence.
The surrender of the free silver senators ends their agitation over coinage though it did not threaten the nation's finances. The executive veto remains ready to defend the currency against cheap money. The withdrawal undercuts the senators’ stance, exposing the move as a discretionary surrender with little real basis. Silver will likely have a place in currency, but not the one asserted by the silver senators.
Harvard College faculty debates football ban, recalling a decade earlier action. The piece argues football is essential to a liberal education when played manfully, emphasizing physical training, character lessons, and resilience. It urges reforms to curb abuses and ensure the game’s continuation.
Frederick Douglass rose from enslaved birth in Maryland to become a leading abolitionist and national figure. Born in 1817, he escaped slavery in 1838 and built a career in Massachusetts and New York politics, culminating in a pivotal role as an elector at large in 1872. His life bridged bondage and high public office in a nation of freemen.
The obituary lauds Frederick Douglass for his self-education, escape from slavery, and rise as a powerful orator and reformer. It notes his talents transcended race, his global influence in America and England, and his sudden death ending a historic career.
General John L. Swift, longtime Massachusetts political activist and force behind GOP campaigns, dies. He balanced government service with party labor, even reforming Boston customs entry and clearance operations to suit political work. He resigned a salaried post to enlist as a private in the war, a mark of his earnest commitment. Swift will be missed.
The letter column discusses Governor Grenhalge pleased with a Post exclusive illustrated bust by Kitson and praises Boston journalism leadership. It recalls a Maine seacoast claim, a 50 cent reward to two tramps who saved a train, and a Newfoundland native vilifying imperial oppression while advocating annexation to the United States.
Miss Anna Florence Toole of Dorchester and Mr Francis Xavier Hurtubis Jr of Roxbury were married yesterday at Notre Dame des Victoires. The ceremony was led by Rev Father Police. Guests included Colonel Henry A. Thomas and many Boston and Dorchester residents.
The marriage of Mattie Osborne Smith to Richard Henry Nicholls took place last evening at 89 Chester Avenue Chelsea. Rev I H Packard officiated with Arthur C Smith as best man Mary L Fox as bridesmaid. Reception ran 830 to 10 at the bride’s home. The couple will reside at 113 Shurtleff Street after March 20.
Senators wrestle with the silver bill as Senator Jones ends the unrestricted coinage fight and Mr. Chandler urges bi metalism while warning on gold monometallism. An amendment would push parity and international cooperation, with later discussion on Wichita lands and a costly Treasury gold purchase probing.
Generous Syndicate New York reports gold payments due from the United States completed this morning. J P Morgan turned over a surplus of 1 128 000 in gold to the sub treasury and took legal tenders in exchange. The move is not to credit bond accounts and the government will receive the gold in exchange for legal tenders as subscriptions are paid in gold, with total expected between 75 000 000 and 80 000 000.
Alderman Thomas W. Flood and Miss Cassie G. Gallagher wed at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross on Washington Street in a crowded morning ceremony officiated by Rev. Edward Connolly. The couple, attended by Charles P. Mooney, celebrate with a lavish breakfast at 600 West Fourth Street and depart for a continental tour after receiving gifts from relatives and the city’s officials. Mayor Curtis and the Board of Aldermen send two oak pieces of furniture as gifts.
Tomorrow marks the birthday of the nation’s founding father with broad preparations underway. Interest abroad in Washington rivals that seen for Napoleon in France as Americans show generous homage to great figures. Relics of the American leader fetch high prices abroad while France’s democracy spurns imperial memory.
Joseph Haworth and company bring Rinaldo to Castle Square Theatre with music by George H Hayes. Lotta’s Zip at the Museum stars Annie Lewis with extra Friday performance. Oliverat Grand Opera House Chauncey Olcott in The Irish Artist. Olga Nethersole debuts March 18 at Boston Museum. tickets go on sale March 12.
Tomorrow night marks a near final pre Lent party. Attendees seek one last chance for merriment before prayers and retirement. A ruby velvet and white satin dress with mink trimming is shown, featuring an apron overdress, embroidered satin petticoat, fur trim, satin yoke, plain satin sleeves, satin belt, and a black velvet bow at the skirt side.
In Washington on February 2 the House committee of the whole kept the naval appropriation three battleships provision. A new section directed the Secretary of the Navy to transfer the Columbus caravels to the Field Columbian Museum in Chicago. The bill passed in bulk. Conference on the diplomatic and consular appropriation bill yielded agreement on all items except the Hawaiian cable.
The Clover Club held its annual ladies night for members and their guests at the Vendome. A 7 to 9 banquet preceded an hour of socializing and dancing until 1 a.m. President John Mitchell Galvin led the head table. Editor James F. Swenie read the Waste Basket between courses as entertainment selections were performed by M. J. Dwyer, T. H. Hanley, M. T. Callahan, and the glee club.
The South Middlesex Unitarians held their annual banquet at Young's Hotel last evening starting at 8 o'clock with about 150 attendees. The main discussion focused on Unitarianism and what it has accomplished.
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