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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1892
Page
2
In a noisy fragment from a 1900s era page a report notes dangerous overhead wires and a man down at Sandringham Church as indoor football games are discussed amid warnings of imperfect insulation. Boston interests and war talk against Chile appear in odd adjacent lines.
A long string of items mentions electric trolley dangers in Boston with a police officer shocked, a fatality risk cited, and the claim that trolley current can burn and injure. It also reports on Chile trade, boxing, polo, and upcoming sporting events in Boston, plus a murder case in Newburyport with Guy R. Brown under interrogation and alibi efforts.
The Boston Central Labor Union held a meeting at Type Hall with Brass Workers and Custom Tailors presenting credentials. A.J. Vaughn urged weekly union discussions, and delegates proposed an eight hour day forum. They also urged reform of labor laws and civil service exemptions for city workers, plus memorial plans for Cardinal Manning and actions on public safety and Sunday work for stablemen.
January statement from Phenix Insurance shows cash capital of 1,000,000 and net surplus of 510,621.19. Directors declare a semi annual dividend of 5 percent payable on demand at New York Broadway offices. Total assets reach 5,187,267.60 with reserves and paid losses noted. The company, described as old and reliable, remains solid in Brooklyn.
A rhymed couplet contrasts wealth and poverty, noting the rich man has gold while the poor lack it. It states that both will receive news through the POST, which is sold for a penny, implying widespread affordable access to information.
Ex President Cleveland traveled from Atlantia to Louisiana where he will stay with Joseph Jefferson for a hunting and fishing season guests.
Caicoprr January 17 reports the man arrested as R I Scannell is not the killer. He is Walter Smith of New Haven and was released after confirmation he had no link to the Josephine Brown murder.
Jon Conroy of Mippetown was injured yesterday while rescuing his dog on the railroad and died this morning, authorities reported.
On a secluded Ware road, Herbert Gates aged 32, seized a shotgun during a struggle with his mother over possession. He fled into the yard at twilight and fatally shot himself after an hour of conflict while his father lay dangerously ill nearby. The mother’s alarm went unheeded as help proved impossible.
A vivid description portrays a grand and aggressive paper valued at five cents, read eagerly by husband, children, and wife, capturing a moment of lively exchange within a small household.
The English nation voices God save Prince George of Wales born June 3 1865 the second son of the Prince of Wales and brother to the Duke of Clarence. A robust curious sailor and popular figure among sailors and common people his future as heir appears bright after the Duke's death.
Kansas City Times changes ownership with Dr Morrison Munford ending his policy control. The paper will remain Democratic. In Red Bank New Jersey the New Jersey Standard sells from David A Bell to Daniel H Applegate and John Howe. politics remain unchanged in its edition first published in 1851 as the only Democratic paper in eastern Monmouth County.
A wry note on getting something for nothing, suggesting the appeal of a penny post scheme. The line hints at a clever bargain in a Victorian era style. It frames the penny as the simplest yet shrewd transaction.
The Chamber of Commerce will dedicate its new building this week with elaborate exercises. A Wednesday reception expects 10,000 guests. President Harrison may attend Thursday as members move from the old to the new building. Banquet to follow at the Vendome, with remarks from Chairman Blaney and A P Peabody among others. Delegations from many cities and numerous civic figures are invited.
A health feature urges men to recognize common symptoms and seek timely treatment. It highlights awareness as key to early intervention and outlines steps to consult physicians, encouraging proactive self care and doctor visits.
Louis Laussier twenty, son of John Lanussier, died after a stabbing at Brimwood Hall during a colored concert and ball. He collided with Charles Edwards after boxing taunts, was stabbed in the left breast, and died at 12:20 a.m. with Dr. Bassett attending.
Colonel C F King an esteemed Somerville citizen dies at his Summer Street home. Born December 27 1828 in Portland Missouri he fought in the Civil War serving in Maine and Massachusetts units. He held multiple posts including coast defenses commander Willard C Kinsley Post and Royal Arch Mason affiliations.
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