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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1893
Page
4
Letters praise the Post’s rapid progress and vast advertising reach. Business figures note steady year round contracts with Browning, King & Co. and Hollander, Bradshaw & Folsom. John H. Pray & Co. and other firms are large advertisers in the Post.
Thomas O Callaghan & Co notes growing POST circulation and urges continued growth under new managers. L D Dunn of B F Larrabee & Co recalls the paper’s peerless past and urges restoration to that status.
The governor approves the Post recommendation to repeal ballot recounts in Massachusetts. Reforms in election methods aim to curb recount abuse, which has worsened. the original count is deemed more trustworthy, and there should be no further recounts in the state.
The piece questions the fate of 2,500,000 Panama Canal funds sent to the United States and notes little of the Paris fund is accounted for. It defends Captain Athan Appleton against scandalous rumors, praising his integrity and suggesting the missing Panama millions must be sought elsewhere.
The Framingham Gas Company sells gas to Framingham customers for 25 to 50 cents per thousand depending on size, while Boston is charged double or quadruple that rate by the Delaware gas trust. The column argues the disparity exposes Boston’s gas monopoly as an outrage and urges legislative relief.
If dollar gas is not conceded, the demand will push for 25 cent gas. A plan could require sending to Framingham to establish a new gas company.
The third inaugural address argues administrative reform including abolishing the Executive Council, extending local self-government, limiting special legislation, and boosting metropolitan development through sewerage rapid transit parks and water supply. The governor notes consistency with prior messages and urges action to yield a highly successful Massachusetts session.
An editorial urges a union of Boston commercial organizations to form a development committee. The goal is to channel public sentiment into practical enterprise, coordinate Boards of Trade and related groups, and fund a practical plan to advance Boston's resources and prosperity.
President Harrison uses civil service to repay political debts and reward factions, culminating in ex-Senator Pierce of North Dakota being named minister to Portugal. The piece condemns the “private swap” of public office for party favors and quacks at bureaucratic patronage.
Councillor Davin Haun Rice challenged the council with rapid“This red flag” push while the public resents actions crippling executive authority for OsBORNE protection. Rick faces calls for restraint in his defense of the police commissioner to avoid retaliation.
Governor Russell proposes removing saloon influence by returning city police control and licensing to a judicial board to depoliticize policing. He argues Republicans oppose this move, preferring continued political influence over licensing.
A debate over saloon influence in party politics centers on OsBorRNE and Osborneism. The Governor aims to purge de moralizing forces while Republicans face a choice to back or resist the reform backed by Councillor Riox.
Governor Russi cites chronic lack of responsibility and control as the core flaw in state prison management. He notes the prison commissioners’ last report illustrates the systemic failure and urges vigorous reform to align power with accountability. The governor’s message echoes prior warnings and calls for a thorough overhaul.
The observant citizen warns about horse shoes to prevent slips on Tremont Row's decline. Anecdotes recount Daniel A. McCarthy’s election support, Mayor Matthews’s head rub during a governor’s inaugural address, and Governor Butler’s oath wording. A Street Gulch becomes a toboggan run as clerks and brokers join the playful descent amid crowd amusement.
A Reynolds cafe display features J S Ryder’s oil painting The Wreck of the Somerset. The 50 by 80 inch scene depicts the 1778 shipwreck off Provincetown during a northeast storm while pursuing the French fleet. Ryder, renowned illustrator, has shown with the Fish Commission and earned connoisseur praise.
In Dedham the Guild of the First Parish Unitarian Church elected officers for the year: President Miss F Bonney, vice-president Alfred B Page, treasurer Miss Sarah E Rolland, secretary Miss Lucy M Clifton. The Harmonia Club named its 1893 officers: President Leopold Vogel, vice-president William Heinig, recording secretary Richard Schortmann, corresponding secretary Charlies Hoffman, financial secretary John N Gruner, treasurer Joseph Kern, musical director Philip Young, librarian August Zapff, directors Conrad Zicken draath Joseph Kern Henry Timper Jacob Lorio.
In Quesbec on January 5 a banner of hardship spreads as over 1500 workmen are out of employment and near destitution. They have held meetings and petitioned the federal government seeking relief and work.
Thirty three men left the Boston Police Department last night as they transitioned to private citizens. Inspections, tributes, and presents marked the event with Inspector Skelton receiving a gold chain and praise for forty years of service. Several other officers also retired or shifted roles at various stations as replacements were noted.
A survey of recent publications notes detective fiction from Rodrigues Ottolmgul and Angelina Teal, English society novels, a literary cyclopedia, and histories on Sicily and education. Reviews praise narrative mood, setting, and the authorship’s analytical style while highlighting the period’s broad array of works and authors.
Lieutenant W. C. F. Tracy, retired after almost thirty years at City Hall, was honored by the Board of Aldermen. Chair man Lee led the tribute and thanked him for uniform courtesy as he received gifts including an ebony cane, a cherry-handle umbrella, and silver serving pieces from City officials and staff.
In general order 127 issued by the Board of Police last evening the transfer and promotion actions for Sergeant Murphy and Michael ONeil were countermanded. The new order assigns Murphy to Division 12 instead of Division 6 and places ONeil to Division 6 instead of City Point.
The Boston and Maine rail road directors plan a new large passenger station in Boston combining facilities on the southern side to serve the Boston and Albany and Old Colony lines.
The New Hampshire Republican notes new Boston and Maine staffing will boost circulation and that the proposed station to supplant the Haymarket square ark will benefit Bostonians and the traveling public alike.
Charles H. Hoyt of Charlestown failed to win the House Speaker chair as Democrats were insufficient in number. The New Hampshire People and Patriot notes the setback for Hoyt's nomination and suggests party hurdles.
In a Lowell News item, Democrats urge defeating Lodge in the Legislature as the rallying cry for electing a United States Senator, framing the vote as a decisive showdown and highlighting partisan stakes.
The Post announces a gold eagle prize for the best letter on How to Run a Newspaper with a 200 word limit. Entries must be on one side only and addressed to News paper Competition The Post Boston. The discussion will continue to Saturday January 7 with no further letters after that date. Results will be announced Monday January 9.
J C Sahens of Jonesville Vermont urges newspapers to publish accurately and decisively. He advises editors to adhere to honorable principles, state their meaning clearly, and run papers on their chosen political principles to earn public trust.
A concise statement credits brains as the source of genius and talent to plan and push for action. It emphasizes that coordinated effort among agencies yields a clear path to success. R. B.
A brief suburb friendly column by J. G. offers fresh news and fashion notes for women. It emphasizes concise reporting, stylish guidance, and a call to educate readers toward brotherly interest while sharing events from local suburbs.
Pioneer editor Pp. R. Powers outlines a newspaper model built on honesty energy and intelligence. He advocates brief news coverage, support for honest businessmen for office, fearless defense of the downtrodden and American loyalty with a touch of sensationalism.
Readers seek diverse, concise reporting with careful tone avoiding sensationalism. The request advocates include timely news, balanced editorial stance, and light illustrations, while respecting religion and politics.
The writer emphasizes reporting ability and tact, consistent with progressive standards. It urges fresh features, timely news, and attractive headlines that outline major items without overcondensing. Readers’ interests guide coverage, as circulation relies on public needs. J. H. Lyons, Roxbury address provided.
A compact statement urging practical, timely journalism for the public. It emphasizes clear departments, front-page priority, steady publication, and competitive diligence. The note closes with a compass of Providence and initials F. A. M.
A prospectus advocating an independent patriotic daily paper with intelligent editors and correspondents. It calls for fearless reform, strong criticism when needed, a daily digest of foreign national and local items, concise theater music and sports notes, humor, and a plan to educate and financially manage the paper. Franklin Hurussy 26 Langdon Street.
The Springfield Republican notes the political machines performed as expected in Boston yesterday, highlighting strategic, self-serving triumphs and the failing courage of opponents. The piece portrays machine politics as well organized and effective in achieving their aims.
Ralph Edmunds recalls Henry E. Dixey and Richard Golden in comic opera. They fought inside a calf prop during a backstage incident, were dismissed, and later reconciled after a chance reunion at Union Square Theatre.
The piece urges Governor Russell to remove Police Commissioner Osborne from office amid reports of a Boston police department reorganization. The author argues the shakeup is incomplete without Osborne's ouster and references state political action to achieve this aim.
Haverhill Gazette reports the Boston Post campaign for cheaper gas, arguing there is no reason gas cannot be sold to consumers at one dollar per thousand cubic feet in Haverhill, urging local buyers to push for lower rates.
Gardner Journal notes Mayor Matthews is a talented young executive with proven ability and mentions he could be a fit successor to Governor Russell.
A Springfield Republican editorial calls for men to embody Massachusetts ideals and oppose Senator Lodge. It urges voters to reject partisan and self seeking leaders and to support a patriotic, statesmanlike path.
The Haverhill Gazette reflects on the Boston Post’s call to close opium dens in the city center. The piece argues for decisive action to wipe out the illegal dens, framing it as a public safety imperative and a moral duty for authorities.
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