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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1895
Page
4
The Boston Post republishes its Democratic alignment as a representative paper for New England. A front page note dated Friday morning January 18 1895 outlines edition branding and political stance.
The Daily subscription options include one year six months and three months with prices listed. Sunday Post offers one year six months and three months. Change of address requires current and new details. Subscriptions must be prepaid and discontinued on expiration if not obtained from a newsdealer. Editor and Publisher E A Grozier.
The election of M. Faure as President of the French republic is satisfactory though unexpected. He appears conservative and capable, with a steady public life. The transition after Casimir-Perier will not be smooth as revolutionary opposition showed bitterness and violence.
Opinion argues against Legislature imposing city charter changes. Urges leaving such decisions to Boston voters, asserting locals are better informed. Proposes any new laws affecting Boston to be submitted for public approval rather than enacted by Beacon Hill.
A District of Columbia court rules newspaper correspondents must reveal sources for last summer’s Sugar Trust stories. It questions privilege of such communications and urges public policy to protect reporters. Newspapers are vital public guardians and must keep faith with informants while remaining accountable for accuracy.
The Bates Hall closure signals the end of the old library. The new Copley Square edifice will soon open with no public ceremony as trustees favor restraint. Citizens who financed the project deserve a moment of celebration for Boston's grand public library.
A terse statement questions who built it and why a plan to open it is proposed in silence. The remark labels the move as nearly immodest and conspicuous, highlighting scrutiny over the project and its authors.
The Municipal League proposes charter amendments for Boston focusing on procedural changes rather than systemic reform. Critics warn extending mayoral terms harms accountability and warn that replacing the two council branches with a single long term body risks corruption and reduced public oversight.
An 19th century proposal would let theatre managers regulate women's hat wearing. Supporters see it as reducing vanity and advancing equality with men who must remove hats. Critics fear censorship and political maneuvering as party lines divide plus potential link to municipal suffrage legislation.
The Berkshire Atheneum will receive one thousand volumes from the late Oliver Wendell Holmes through Judge Holmes. The donation includes a complete set of bound North American Review volumes and an Atlantic Monthly from the judge. Secretary Guild says he is very busy with duties and events.
In Washington the Senate took up the pension appropriation bill for 140000. Hawley urged a minimum of six dollars monthly, Brice questioned cost, and Gallinger estimated a possible saving less than a half million. Hawley’s amendment passed and a provision barring payments to non residents was repealed.
In Washington the Senate passage of the urgent deficiency appropriation bill was announced in the House with amendment. A conference was ordered with Breckinridge Sayers and Cannon as managers. The House then resumed consideration of the Indian appropriation bill, Cobb offering an amendment to fund the March 1 1895 Cherokee strip purchase with 1 660 000 dollars, which was agreed to.
Washington January seventeenth Senator Fryes shipping bill became law today with presidential approval It abolishes registry enrolment and license bonds for vessels relieving owners and masters from bonds and securities obligations
Boston and Albany railroad brakemen face a new rule ordering a neat appearance with no more than a day’s beard growth. Superintendent Robeson enforces the standard, sparking mixed reactions among the crew as they bid farewell to their once flowy facial styles.
President Cleveland refuses to send the United States Marine Band to Boston for the America testimonial, citing many requests for the band at centennial and other celebrations and a rule that the band participates only in Congress recognized celebrations. Local bands object to such assignments, but the America committee will rearrange to keep the program attractive.
Jim Hawkins recounts meeting Silver and the mutineers after acquiring Long John Silver’s chart. Dr Livesey and Squire Trelawney plan, while Jim frets over loyalty and danger. The crew sails to a plateau above the Spyglass and begins a perilous ascent toward Skeleton Island.
After three weeks of hearings, the Gas and Electric Light Commissioners approved a 10 000 share capital stock issue at 100 per share to fund additions and improvements. The board deemed the new stock fair at market value and within the plant’s structural value. Forrest E Barker chaired the board.
Folk Lore Club hosted an entertaining lecture by explorer Paul Du Chaillu on The Vikings. He presented his research from manuscripts and graves across the Baltic and Mediterranean, detailing Norse customs, early Christianity's impact on women, child rearing, dowry practices, and Norse visits to America before Columbus.
The transit commission resumed hearings on the Charlestown bridge with Aldermen Presho O Callaghan Horace G Allen and ex Senator Gammons among spectators. Engineer Thomas Doane presented a plan favored by the Charlestown Improvement Association featuring a 125 foot span and a 22 foot clearance at high water, noting costs undecided and the route would affect several estates and the steam works in Haymarket Square while claiming broader benefits for both sides of the river.
Dorchester reader G. B. Buffington writes to oppose taxing street railway usage. He argues the bill on Quinn’s proposal misreads private firms as public necessities and warns it would shift costs to riders. He contends such taxation contradicts the original public charter and could erode public accommodation by fares changes.
The article discusses fans as a growing social symbol with two main drivers: eighteenth century fashion trends and Japanese influence. It notes varied fan styles from Napoleon portraits on pearl sticks to empire era hand painted pieces and large feather models, each signaling class and occasion among collectors and debutantes.
The Charity Club met at Parker Memorial Hall with Mrs J Sewall Reed presenting the hospital year report showing a balance of 344 dollars. Funds are needed and a fair is set for March. Mrs F T Rose was elected chairman of the committee. Mrs William S Butler outlined an entertainment titled Romance of a Day on February 26 at the Bijou Theatre, run by BE Arcau. Countess Suzanne attended as guest and donated 10 dollars.
The Vermo Daughters held their first meeting since returning from abroad of their president Mrs Oliver Crock Stevens at the Vendome yesterday. They voted to admit associate members, grand-daughters of members. An informal reception followed, honoring guests Mrs William Tod Helmut president of Sorosis Miss Grace Read and Mrs J Grego Smith wife of Vermont governor. Ushers included Miss Helen Marsha and Miss Mary Reiss.
Eight guests attended a Bellevue College Club afternoon event featuring Julia Marlowe. Notable attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Robert Taber, Edna Dean Tor, Mrs. Tod Helmuth, Miss Helen Winslow, ex-Governor Claflin’s wife, M Fenelossa, and Mrs. Newton, vice-president of Sorosis. Tea and confections were served in an informal hour from four to five, with Mrs. Shannon Davis hosting and presenting guests. Mrs. Taber wore black silk with bluette bodice and a large hat with plumes.
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