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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1893
Page
4
The article lauds General Butler for his remarkable industry noting he died in harness while still actively engaged in his profession. It highlights a full workload planned for the coming season and presents him as a man of enduring vigor rather than worn out.
The foremost Senate opponent to repealing the silver purchase act is Republican Senator Stewart. House threats against Treasury policy repeal come from the same party. Democrats frame it as sound finance, not politics, since two years ago they opposed the Republican measure in Reed's Congress. Republicans blocking repeal are making a political mistake.
The Boston Merchants Association urges the Legislature to require new railroad stock to be sold at public auction. The resolutions condemn par distribution to insiders as stock watering that harms state manufacturers and merchants and could hurt long term investors. The association says delaying action has bred distrust and praises the public-spirited move.
The Senate passed quarantine legislation allowing the President to suspend immigration or goods from infected ports to protect public health. Some papers equate it with the tariff act's reciprocity clause, but the quarantine bill is police power and executive. the reciprocity clause concerns revenue and taxation. The piece argues for the distinct powers and hints at political concessions.
A brief note records heavy crowding in the Senate led by Chandler as lawmakers faced petitions and protests. Details remain sparse but imply notable public interest and political tension surrounding the session.
The speaker urges a legislative investigation into Boston gas rates and a $17 million stock and bond soak on properties below $6.5 million valuation. They call the monopoly a sham, saying it plunders consumers to fund wind revenue and must be halted by law setting gas at one dollar per thousand.
The obituary eulogizes General Butler as a picturesque, magnetic public figure whose boundless energy, intellectual power, and physical endurance defined a era. It notes his loyal following, the respect of opponents, and his relentless work ethic, while conceding his ambition faced limits in its reach. His memory is said to be enduring and unforgettable.
The Carr amendment to Andrew's bill is said to stray from the measure's purpose yet poses no currency danger from silver inflation. The pig silver in the Treasury would yield about 45 million in cheap dollars beyond silver certificate needs, but would remain in vaults. The Andrew scheme would also add about 17 million in national bank notes to the currency.
President Gompers testifies before the House committee that nine tenths of American workers favor opening the World's Fair on Sunday. He argues workers are not irreligious but understand proper Sunday uses, a view echoed by public sentiment and contrary to Boss Quay.
A letter to the editor argues Boston should end dependence on eight gas firms and build municipal gas production. The writer says 12 1/2 cent gas is affordable with new discoveries and local production would undercut Framingham. He calls for the right to make gas and freedom from onerous conditions to force fair pricing.
A humorous or instructional note offers wives tips to retain husbands at home and nurture harmony. The piece references partners and social dynamics, urging practical guidance and shared ideas to strengthen domestic life.
The Boston Post announces a husband keeping contest offering a gold eagle for a letter under 100 words. Entries must be single sided and address the competition to Husband Competition at the Post in Boston. Many letters have been received and only the best will be published.
A cheerful wife with greeting sweet and bright gossip keeps a home lively. A well served supper and a loving tone persuade Jack to stay. A roving hand, gentle voice, and dear wife calm his trouble. A well kept house and bright hearth ensure a happy home for the dear ones. Elizabeth E. Enpiorr, Plymouth, Mass.
A reader from Newburyport criticizes husbands who insist on evening outings. The letter questions using sedatives or restraining devices to curb nightly behavior, suggesting harsh measures for those with mild insanity who can work by day. The writer advocates suppressing fighting over domestic freedom.
A Newburyport reader urges couples to revive courting era charm to keep home life welcoming. Emphasizes pure love, patience, kindness, humility, generosity, courtesy, sincerity, and guilelessness as core attractors for husbands and wives. Links love to religious duty and universal moral law.
Mrs C W G of Chelsea describes a pleasant domestic schedule valuing tidiness, a welcoming husband, tea, reading the paper, and games like parcheesi. She notes enjoying hundreds of evenings with her husband and praises having the Post newspaper and a parcheesi board as ideal.
Advice stresses a wife keeps home bright and appealing for her husband. She should entertain him, sing, read, amuse, and love more than in courting days, avoid scolding, nurture cheerful children, and ensure the home feels like the dearest spot on earth.
A Dublin newspaper advertises a patent medicine sale by an undertaker promising profit to the undertaker, while jokes about churchmen, conversationalists, poker farce, and a bookmaker’s rise echo through a mosaic of 19th century humor.
The transcript offers mixed views on General Butler linking politics in the Commonwealth to counteracting forces benefiting the state. It notes his self confidence and popular support among the masses, while acknowledging enmity and deep friendships. It cites 1871 GOP candidates William Clafin and Patter’s prominence, and mentions Butler’s failed bid in 1876 and an asserted wealth around seven million dollars, with property unlikely to reach one million.
Last night the Alter Ego Club of Chelsea held a grand bal masque at Pythian Rink with elite attendance including Mayor A. C. Converse and city officials. Dancers wore elaborate costumes, with several members and guests named for standout outfits and roles while floor and reception committees are listed among organizers.
The column discusses press delays in printing Butler’s death, observes Old World Oriental rugs’ longevity, quotes Commander Booth of the Salvation Army wittily, and recalls a Back Bay reception overheard exchanges about Butler. James Morgan of the Globe returns from a Western faction trip through Illinois to Kentucky.
Five years since such cold weather Norfolk Newport records five below zero with winds. Ice cutters halt work as harbor freezes and docks accumulate ice. Electric cars heat by oil stoves for first time. The Point Judith bell buoy shifted 150 feet west and will be replaced by the lighthouse tender.
Lynny January 11. A movement in several shoe factories seeks wage reductions for stitchers. The matter has been referred to the local assembly, which will meet tonight to seek an amicable settlement.
Chief Webber seeks identification of the fireman who allegedly uttered a cruel line about aiding reporter Barker during the Hecht building collapse. The article recounts Walsh’s account of Barker’s peril, the plea by firemen to recover Barker’s body, and the wool market impact from the blaze with brokers predicting price shifts as millions in wool burned.
Wool brokers warn that a vast loss from a Boston fire will lift current prices. Estimates of pounds lost range from three to six million, fueling belief that even without price gains buyers may stop haggling. Hecht Bros and Koshland firms reportedly held significant territorial and higher grades, with storage losses including the Corey Building on Summer Street. Patterson Bros are described as an incomplete report.
Superintendent Samuel Abbott Jr. tallies insured values for fire sufferers. J Koshland Co holds $52,500 on goods across Imperial, Fire Association, Orient, St Paul and others. Patterson Bros. $110,000 across Royal, Pennsylvania, American and more. Atherton Brown $20,000 on building Summer Street. J I Brown & Son $17,500 on machinery and stock. W A Stetson & Co. $70,000 across many companies. Goodhue & Co. $27,000 with several firms. Curtis & Brown $2,500. Anglo American Drug $1,000. Constant heirs building $7,500. Corey Leather $32,000. Oriental Tea & Coffee incomplete through text.
The Portsmouth Times notes Boston should have the best ships, arguing that the Cephalonia class and similar vessels are too old and outmoded. The piece pushes for newer seven day boats to modernize the Boston fleet.
The Hub remains an unpleasant place to live or do business until it is wiped out and relocated based on a theory different from its original purpose as convenient pasture for Pilgrim cows.
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