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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1896
Page
5
The Boston Post presents a Democratic voice for New England readers with coverage of politics, local affairs, and editorials reflecting party viewpoints. The paper focuses on regional issues and national events through a Boston lens.
A Hartford factory owner, Colonel Albert A. Pope, defends his sympathy for wage‑earners. The article argues Pope built a 300‑employee plant with fair wages and benefits and donated a $100,000 park for workers. It asserts no labor strife at his shop and praises his broad view on labor issues.
The narrator denounces Boston newspapers including the Post for excessive coverage of the Gilpert execution and the Mexico prize fight. He argues competition fuels sensational reporting and proposes voluntary limits, noting the constitution protects press freedom. The Post would join such an agreement.
The hearing before the aldermanic committee on street railways shows strong support for three-cent fares in Boston. Advocates argue for free transfers to satisfy cheaper fare demands and school rides, urging the West End to accept the standard citywide fare and school access without extra charges.
The piece urges the Legislature to amend the subway act to keep control of Boston's rapid transit in public hands, arguing a 50 year lease is excessive and risks future generations. It notes current commissioners may change and questions why the subway should be tied to a half century while market leases are only five years.
The formal entry of Boss Quay as a Republican presidential candidate signals deep trouble for the party. He is described as a smirched politician whose past offenses have eroded trust, yet party leaders in his state have elevated him, forcing debate over the party’s judgment and fitness for the nation's top office.
The remark argues that states rarely attracted ambitious men until Quay appeared and his record and character were exposed. It claims the party tolerating such degradation loses public confidence as a result.
The piece argues Washington's Birthday is a national holiday honoring the Father of the Country. It links Washington’s legacy to the republic's founding and future generations. It notes Lincoln as a future national holiday symbol and celebrates the genius of the American republic.
A column chronicles social scenes from Boston and nearby towns. Fred Terry and Julia Neilson draw attention at the opera while a newspaper critic naps during Melba. Jockeys, horse lore, a Winchester street railway vote, and a village leap contest lead to a Washington visit by General Washington.
In 1775 a Virginia farmer declares no suitor may marry his daughter Annette without leaping for it at a celebratory village frolic. The tale centers on bold youths accepting the challenge and the old man’s oath setting a dramatic test of love and nerve.
Advert claims daily use of Ivory soap by Procter and Gamble will purify the complexion. Emphasizes sleep fresh air proper diet and soap as cosmetic-free cleansing.
Poem praising a fallen leader whose bravery and memory inspire enduring national pride. The speaker, speaking alongside English tribute, honors the dead with references to freedom, destiny, and shared sacrifice.
A period verse praises a national leader, blending religious imagery with civic devotion. The text extols the leader’s influence on America, comparing reverence to maternal love and love of country, and expresses hope that power be grounded in divine love. The author signs SAMUEL DUNLOP.
A brief quoted verse notes the mind eyes and heart, contrasting perception with a single lasting light. It reflects on love ending as the light of a life dies, authored by Francis W. Bourdillon.
A reader argues about Irish stereotypes and race relations, defending humor but acknowledging discomfort with cross racial dining. The letter discusses the Irish, colored, Chinese, Italian, and Dutch stereotypes and ends with a sign-off "An Old Vet of the War."
A Boston reader named George W Johnson argues against a Colored Hotel suggestion. He asserts Massachusetts laws already regulate hotels and warns proprietors against refusing service based on color. He states colored travelers will not face discrimination and praises equal treatment.
Letter to the Common Council urges allocating funds for an out-patient department of the City Hospital in South Boston. The writer argues it’s more creditable than playgrounds or Fourth of July money and cites Post editorials and August letters as support. John Dorgan signs the letter.
Albert Ferry Weather appeals to the Post asking space to urge General Martin to crack down on liquor allowed at Roxbury stations 9 and 10. He calls for revoking licenses until illegal selling ends and warns of exposing more “dreadful cold facts” to keep the Sabbath holy.
A reader from Mayfair Street asks the popular newspaper to explain heating rules for streetcars. He notes Egleston Square cars stay warm while Brighton line cars are cooled in cold winds and reports conductors telling him to mind his own business. He requests a civil explanation of who is responsible for heating standards.
A collage of humorous exchanges from various papers. A city editor adjusts wording to avoid libel. Jokes about manners money and mischief provide comic relief through short dialogues and wry observations from multiple newspapers.
Miss Frances M. Goodwin of Newcastle Indiana has been commissioned by the government to sculpt a marble bust of Schuyler Colfax of South Bend for the Senate gallery in Washington. This is the second such commission given to a woman after Miss Vinnie. Goodwin is praised as a talented sculptress and aims for a perfect likeness of Colfax.
The article surveys U S ambassadors abroad noting the strain of war talk on duties, housing, and budgets. It highlights ministers in Turkey Persia China Greece Austria Italy Switzerland and Nicaragua, detailing homes, salaries, and social expectations shaped by political tensions.
Engineer-in-Chief George W. Melville urged Harvard Engineering Society to link state and university programs to national defense. He called for a national commission to plan student military and naval education, expanded supervision of naval engineering instruction, and the creation of mechanical labs through government support to mobilize engineers for armed services. He stressed patriotism and readiness for future war.
A fashion column praises shirt waists and separate trimmings, urging home sewing of blouses. It suggests pairing white collar and cuff sets with satin ribbons, describes color combos like light blue satin and heliotrope velvet, and depicts several elaborate bodice designs.
At a State House public health committee hearing on the proposed druggists license bill Mayor Rockwell a Fitchburg pharmacist testified he would fill prescriptions from reputable physicians for bona fide sickness even without a liquor license. Witnesses from Holyoke Lawrence and Methuen described certificate denials and improprieties as the hearing adjourned to Friday.
Gypsy Smith opens his final Boston week at People's Temple tomorrow then heads to Denver and the Metropolitan Church in Washington D C. The State Y M C A executive committee plans its annual banquet at Hotel Brunswick next Thursday with guest speakers ex Governor James A Beaver Alexander McKenzie and Walter C Douglas.
Government reports ROYAL a pure cream of tartar baking powder, highest of all in leavening strength. OYAL BAKING POWDER CO., 108 WALL ST., N. Y.
Dr James R Cocke will lecture next Saturday at 8 p m at Association Hall on The Power of the Voice to Reveal the Character. Sunday evening the First Baptist Church Commonwealth avenue presents selections from The Elijah with Arthur Bereaford singing the Elijah solos, Mrs Jennie Patrick Walker as the widow, D Crosby Greene Jr energy solos, and Gertrude Edmands O Rest in the Lord.
Daily table hints for breakfast are provided in brief notes. The lines suggest a compact guide to quick morning meals and pantry ideas.
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