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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1897
Page
4
The Boston Post outlines New England political discourse as a representative democratic platform. Editorials discuss regional party positions and upcoming elections with emphasis on Democratic perspectives and local governance.
A call to require a public referendum before any radical charter change in Boston or other cities. Proponents argue democracy and majority rule require the people’s approval, with the referendum as an essential condition for legislation altering local government.
The article argues that Democratic strength lies in unity and constructive leadership, not deals or personal antagonisms. It cautions against defeating loyal Democrats to join with opponents and calls for rallying behind party candidates to keep the Boston Democratic House cohesive.
The piece argues that dissent on the Herbert Fuller murders verdict is proper after trial and that public expression of opinion should not be censored. It asserts editors did not influence the trial and that after the case the public may freely discuss whether the evidence justifies conviction.
General Francis A. Walker died suddenly leaving a legacy as a soldier administrator educator and author. He rose from sergeant to brevet brigadier general served on Hancock's staff organized the first comprehensive US census twice led the Indian service and headed MIT elevating it to national prominence. He balanced public service with teaching and civic duties while shaping policy and education.
The tribute notes that General Walker was held in high respect and admiration by many, reflecting sincere esteem for his leadership and contributions.
Mayor Quincys proposal envisions a city statistics department to gather social, industrial, vital, and educational data. The aim is to guide local policy, attract population and trade, and present Boston’s merits honestly to the country without exaggeration while boosting growth and prosperity.
The city braces for a revival campaign led by Moody Sam Jones and temperance advocate Murphy. Authors argue the effort aims to boost church membership and moral sentiment, strengthening citizenship and charity, with evangelicals insisting Boston needs and will welcome a religious renewal.
Observations praise Mrs Arthur Rotch for graceful cycling at Humber academy with forward saddle and lowered handlebar. Other notes recount a Christmas gift puzzle among friends, a missing luggage tale, matinee seat entreaties, a Blanche Walsh calendar, and a guide to decorative fans and their modest cost in white satin or feathered varieties.
In town for several days the Michigan Central agent is popular with a broad circle of friends beyond railroad men. The piece lauds city police chief George M. Pike and Captain Tom Burckes as handsome veterans and Sergeant Tom Fitzgerald for an impressive mustache. A humorous tale recalls a new West End conductor learning routes by a list, only to have a passenger joke about reading from the opposite end.
Mrs A O Rutherford is described as the most prominent woman temperance worker in Canada today and serves as president of the Canadian temperance organization.
The article notes a revival of Empire period fans after earlier waning interest. Feather fans faded but exhibitions featuring Louis and Marie Antoinette medallion designs revived enthusiasm, suggesting Empire fans may regain former prominence.
The article profiles women activists like the Woman's Christian Temperance Union and Nettie R. Craven amid estate intrigue involving Senator Far. It notes General Van Vliet attending an inaugural ball, critiques Gladstone's maiden speech, and recalls Arthur Bird of New York with eleven children and a lavish birthday gift. It also cites Coventry Patmore, Felix DeFontaine, and Rev W D P Bliss promoting Christian Socialism, Fabianism, and municipal reform.
Menu style guidance lists apples oatmeal sugar cream breaded sausage oiled potatoes white bread fried muffins coffee for dinner tomato soup veal stuffed roast lashed potatoes celery apple batter pudding apple pie coffee supper cold veal duchess potatoes white bread chocolate blancmange sponge cake and a recipe for broiled potatoes with butter bread crumbs parsley and a note on breaded sausages with frying instructions. Signed Miss Agnes Davis Boston Highlands 5 Greenville Street Boston.
The Post reports hundreds of letters from across Massachusetts on Bram’s conviction. Some defend the jury’s action and others condemn the jury system, but most doubt the verdict and call for a new trial. Readers also suggest bringing the barkentine Herbert Fuller for jurors to inspect and learn how a wheelman might view the cabin.
The writer questions the value of hangings and asks whether executions deter crime. He argues humane progress reduces public capital punishment and cites a Boston case of a newspaper theft as an example of unintended consequences, signing M. J. Heagney from Linden Massachusetts.
Boston reader W. B. Handy argues against Bram’s guilt in the famous Bram case. He cites lack of motive, courtroom observation, and Bram’s cross examination as evidence he could not be guilty, calls for a new trial, and suggests a new perpetrator might then be found.
Letter to the Editor argues jurors should have printed law text in the jury room or copies. The writer, W F O Neill, says timidity hinders jurors new to duty and urges explicit understanding of juror rights for fair expressions. January 3.
Reader from East Wareham voices disbelief at jury decision in Bram case. He argues jurors should convict only beyond reasonable doubt and accuses juror Booth of improper conduct. The letter questions jury system and loyalty to evidence.
A letter urges the Post to poll every legal voter in the state on the Bram case verdict. The writer argues public verdicts could influence judges or counteract condemnation based on limited evidence. He suggests sending postal cards with name and address indicating guilty or not guilty.
Henry Imovilli of 267 Hanover Street Boston writes that the jury failed to establish evidence beyond a doubt and urges a new trial to ensure justice. He stresses humanity American jurisprudence and the people of the United States.
Percy G. Dunham declares Bram was not proven guilty in a fair trial. He alleges jurors manipulated the verdict during deliberations and that the majority overruled the minority, condemning a man to the scaffold.
David T. Dickinson notes a post interview misquote in the Post or Bram case. He says he did not claim the verdict was unwarrantable but that hasty criticisms of the jury are unjustifiable. He provides his corrected view from 5 Tremont Street.
Robert Maguire plans to resign as deputy sheriff to devote full time to administering his late father’s estate, named administrator. The estate is appraised at nearly $200,000.
Sir I have read the Bram murder testimony and condemn the verdict as an outrage Brown is demented and unreliable Bram deserves a new trial Thousands in this city share the sentiment and urge the United States prosecuting attorney to produce Herbert Fuller for the next jury’s inspection Co H Thompson 89 Warren avenue Boston January 5.
In a letter from Barton Vermont dated January 4 187?, Co. W Preston expresses strong sympathy with Mr Morse opinion on the Brain trial. He doubts a guilty verdict but says many travelers in New Hampshire and elsewhere think Brown is guilty and would not acquit. He suggests Attorney Hoar should have had the vessel examined by the jury and favors a new trial.
A juror or observer submits that evidence does not justify a guilty verdict. The note argues safeguards for human life are paramount and posits it is better that several guilty go free than one innocent is executed. Dated Jan 4. TIM KARLE. Esa ed
A Boston taxpayer commends the Boston Post for its actions following Bram’s verdict in the Captain Nash murder case. He argues there is no evidence of Bram’s guilt and notes widespread public sentiment calling the verdict a shame to the public. The letter is dated January 4 and signed Believer of Justice from 218 Tremont Street.
A Dorchester correspondent criticizes the Bram verdict, opposes capital punishment, and argues for a new trial with a fresh jury. The writer questions jurors capacity to withstand fatigue and insists Bram deserve another trial if the same jury is used.
A letter argues Bram is guilty and dismisses calls for a new trial. The writer claims twelve jurors proved guilt and contends the government spent between $20,000 and $0,000 on the trial. Juror Booth's remarks are labeled nonsense and the letter asserts Bram will be a follower of the trial outcome.
A Roxbury reader argues for a new trial for Bram citing disbelief in Brown based evidence. The letter suggests justice leans toward granting a retrial and assigning the case to a new jury, dated January 4.
George Eb Fuller of 335 Saratoga Street East Boston writes that the jury’s verdict was unjust and not supported by the facts. He questions how an innocent man could face life at the hands of an intelligent jury and calls the decision a surprise. He cites readers’ perception of insufficient evidence.
Letter to the editor disputes hanging First Mate Bram before jurors examine the ship and view Captain Nash's window as suggested in Brown's testimony. Charlestown criticizes due process and urges allowing ship inspection.
The third day of a Nant Rem nant Sale in Custom Dept at Oak Hall 82 to 44 North St Boston offers remaining winter woollen stock at uniform reduced prices. Items include trousers suits and overcoats with extra sizes priced up to two dollars more. Orders filled in five days emergency orders in 24 hours.
An advertisement notes the Oak Hall Clothing Co located at 32 to 44 North Street offering clothing. The notice emphasizes a retail presence and address for shoppers seeking apparel.
A narrator recalls a European inn confrontation where a black cat warns him, a hidden revenge plot with a poisoned dagger, and a landlord killer thwarted by the cat before a deadly trap is revealed. The tale ends with the cat preserved in Philadelphia and the landlord’s death by poison.
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