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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1896
Page
4
Boston Post subscription details list daily and Sunday rates, payment and address instructions, and notes about second class matter status. It explains advance payment, disconnection on expiration, and where to obtain the Post including New York hotels. Editor EB A Grozier signs the notice.
The article argues Mr. Cleveland’s position on a possible renomination is crucial to clarify the candidates field. It urges him to declare his stance to aid party unity and avoid delaying popular sentiment and decision.
The metropolit an affairs committee hears Republican schemes to gain a Boston Board of Aldermen majority. Despite plans backed by the city committee, Democratic control persists. Opinion favors restoring the old general ticket election to reflect the majority, arguing district or minority systems fail. The piece argues majority rule should govern the aldermanic body.
The Senate's display of Republican weakness ends McKinley era attempts at tariff revival. With Democratic administration in power, vetoes block changes and business has adjusted to the current tariff, signaling no expected shifts this session. Senator Morrill cites GOP split with free silver as proof of control loss.
A critical editorial condemns the United States Senate as unrepresentative under Republican rule. It argues Sherman’s complaint about the body’s lack of population balance is justified and links the makeup of the Senate to McKinley era legislation and party monopolies.
Legislators consider a Buffalo street railway charter that sets three tickets for 10 cents. The piece argues three-cent fares are practical nationwide and cites Detroit and Boston populations to claim profitability under a reduced rate. It urges West End managers to adopt the plan citing transfer economics.
The subway commissioners must inform and involve the public in the decision on leasing the subway. A fifty year contract with street railway firms, approved by the railroad commissioners, risks secrecy and public opposition. Open discussion and clear term length are urged for protection of citizen interests.
The Observant Citizen notes Browne’s split with Home Journal after this week and cites a year of journalistic changes. It also recalls a broker Fred Davis profiting from Boston terrier trades in New York, and stock exchange seat transfers involving Albert E. Scott.
A newspaper reminiscence recounts a lecture tour in Maine with friend Riley. It mentions snowstorms in the Pine Tree State, a drug store counter in Augusta, and humorist Bill Nye. It also reflects on John R. Murphy overseeing Boston water interests, Dr. Maranda Gifford as Massachusetts dentistry’s first woman, and Seamen's Bethel music involvement.
In a terrace scene Miss Byass and Mr Tilney argue over past love as dinner nears. The crowd gathers to music and scent of Moorish tents while a westward sunset fades. He remains cool yet strained as she reveals lingering feelings and questions their future together.
Mohairs dominate spring novelties with wide yardage and durable wear. Evening white and pale tints resemble silk while day mohair features tiny figures or shot patterns. Prices run from 2.60 to 3 per yard in chestnut brown blue and black, with outfits described for a 14 year old and a younger girl.
Tilney and Miss Byass confront guilt and forgiveness as a telegram from Gib about a Cape expedition survivor arrives. The scene shifts to a mosque minaret and a somber, prayerful mood as the couple faces emotional strain and vows.
A collage of quips and witticisms from Philadelphia Record Yonkers Statesman Chicago Record Judge and others. Snappy lines touch on humor love death manners and daily life with names like Scribbles and Uncle Eben. A playful snapshot of period humor and social quick takes.
The speaker reflects on idol worship turning to heartbreak as beloved idols collapse into shards. In remorse the speaker vows to overturn these false gods and seek clearer sight and genuine devotion. A plea for humbled love follows the ruin.
Readers are urged to provide their real names when submitting notices about incidents at the Bigelow School. Contributors may withhold names for privacy, but articles with verifiable name claims will receive due consideration.
Peter O Abot argues that the Merchants League tax proposal shifts burden to small real estate owners and wage earners in Boston. He notes expected rent increases and higher taxes, urging wage earners to voice concerns before the bill becomes law. Dudley Street, February 25.
Thomas Fay of St Francis de Sales announces the Roxbury help network aided Mrs William Casey of 18 Haskins Street Roxbury receiving fuel groceries and meals from local societies and Carney Hospital admission after efforts by clergy physicians and charity groups.
A letter from South Boston argues vicious horses should be destroyed to prevent harm, comparing the delay in building a playground for children of limited means with the long time to create the North End Park. The writer, Daniel F. M., questions priorities in progressive times.
A Boston letter to the editor questions why West End street cars remain unheated despite a law requiring heat. The writer asks if authorities enforce the law or if the West End stands above it, raising concerns about legal compliance.
Robert Kennedy sues Drs. Algernon Coolidge Jr and Perky Coolidge for 5000 damages claiming an autopsy on Mary J. Kennedy was done without consent. The doctors state the autopsy was performed with permission. The suit began in the Superior Court before Judge Gas kill. trial not finished.
The Dorchester school system unveiled three 30x20 foot one room buildings to ease overcrowding in the primary grades. Each holds 42 pupils with dressing rooms, well lighted and ventilated, using coal stoves of the latest pattern. Located at Harris on Centre street, Edward Everett in Upham's Corner, and Meeting House Hill.
In a heated first session Judge Hardy rebuked several officers from Station 4 for presenting details from memory. He scolded Reserve Officer George A. Whitney for volunteering information about a Mary McManus arrest and questioned the credibility of the witnesses and evidence as presented.
Harriet N Balcom of 98 Mainstreet Haverhill is the successful competitor in last weeks menu contest. The list was exceptionally good and the Post took more time than usual in deciding the winner.
A vintage menu and two included recipes describe baked bananas with lemon butter and sugar, then sacked potatoes hollowed and filled with buttered potato mash. The note cites M. Silver of Eagle Street East Boston as author or source.
The Boston Post offers a weekly five dollar prize for the best three meal bill of fare from women readers. Bills of fare must read like a menu with brief preparation directions for each dish and cover three meals for four to five persons. Maximum weekly food cost ten dollars for a family of five. Submissions end each Saturday. winners printed and prizes mailed. Send to Cooking Editor, the Post, Boston. Do not send stamps and use only one side of paper.
The Massachusetts Suffrage Association held its fortnightly meeting in Boston with Mrs. Mary A. Livermore presiding. Ellen C. Johnson, superintendent of Sherborn Prison for Women, spoke on reforming women criminals and a protest against House bill 626 to license disreputable houses was passed. Music by Miss Edith White of Melrose.
The Bothnia brought cabin passengers yesterday from Liverpool on February 18 include Miss J. B. Dodge Miss A Parker Mr J M Spinks Mrs A Finckler and Mrs Van Horn. There were two in second cabin and thirty four in steerage, totaling twelve passengers.
Washington report notes Royal Geographical Society offered maps to the Venezuelan boundary commission but was declined for now as both Britain and Venezuela pledge to provide needed information. Mr Maier Provost says full data will be available and the commission aims for a durable boundary ruling with broad moral weight.
Rachel Finklestone daughter of Mr and Mrs B Finklestone married Abraham Cohen in Charlestown Roughan s M Hall ceremony led by Rabbi Magortis Bridesmaids included Sarah Lena Rosa and Ida Ushers listed Among guests were Alderman Mahoney Daniel O Connell J A Fitzgerald Captain Kenny and many others A reception followed with wedding breakfast dancing and a rice send off before the couple begin their honeymoon and home to friends afterward
The article traces the origin and meaning of the jihad or holy war flag in Islamic history. It describes the green banner associated with the Sultan’s declaration, its hoisting at the mosque of St Sophia, and the belief that only the Shiek ul Islam can proclaim such war.
About two thousand invitations have been issued for the Klatsch Collegium at Boston University College of Liberal Arts to be hosted next Friday evening. Ushers and tables are staffed by senior and lower class students from BU and other institutions attendances from Harvard MIT Amherst Colby Yale Wellesley Smith Mt Holyoke are expected. A Hamilton Discussion Club has formed at the Law School for junior class members to debate doubtful questions in law, with officers to meet next Thursday in Y M C A rooms.
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