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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1893
Page
4
A French deputy dies from being frozen on a snowy Amiens railway ride, while an opinionated note finds Massachusetts legislators risking similar peril by Friday departures. The piece laments possible quorums spoiled by winter travel as lawmakers head home, urging caution.
The article states three of four Democratic targets for Senate control are secured in New York Wisconsin and California. Montana Wyoming and possibly Kansas may yield additional seats. Considering alliance senators and Republican defections the piece argues the Democrats are poised to gain control, not merely deny Republicans.
A Boston letter from Colonel Albert A. Poor urges readers of the Post to mail signed petitions for a national Road Department to Washington. He asks readers and Congressmen to back the cause with letters from constituents to bolster the public effort nationwide and in Massachusetts.
Paris trial testimony by M. Chagies de Lesseps claims two and a half million dollars sent to the United States were spent on objects of the highest moment. Congressman Fellows proposes an inquiry in the House to identify these objects and clarify the link between French scandal and the United States.
The statement argues practical backing will come genuinely from those who prioritize public morals over political maneuvering, suggesting broad backing while condemning those who elevate politics above ethics. It frames support as contingent on moral commitments rather than partisan aims.
The piece favors removing the saloon from political power and backing a licensing board model. It criticizes current Boston practices and supports reform to end licensing as a party machine tool, noting Brown's three-member board idea as an improvement though not perfect.
Representative Hoar introduces a brief bill to require dollar gas of twenty five candle power in all cities with populations over 200000, affecting Boston directly. The bill threatens loss of corporate charters for noncompliance and directs the Attorney General to enforce it, aiming to curb the gas trust and ensure affordable lighting.
The piece denounces Sunday closing advocates and warns of possible government subsidy withdrawal if the exposition stays closed on Sundays. It notes Congressmen led by Ross Quay pushing for refunds of souvenir pieces and argues national honor requires favorable access. If Congress decrees closing, doors may stay shut. if rescinded, they may open.
A House bill from yesterday would require all Boston overhead electric wires to be placed underground, creating a salaried commission to oversee the work. The editorial favors eliminating wires but questions the bill’s complexity, arguing city departments could handle the task with proper authority.
The Post highlights a lively symposium with hundreds of letters on keeping a husband at home evenings. Letters come from Back Bay, other city districts, and country readers, mostly from women. The discussions emphasize questions over competition, celebrating clever debates and a loyal, intelligent readership.
A collage of quips from multiple papers notes odd phrasing and playful lines. It mentions GEORG READING AFTER READING, a sturdy grocer trusted by many, and a jokey alligator with a small mouth. Jayson praises boon companions as fast friends. A rich St. Louis girl plans marriage to an Indian, with fortune favoring the brave. Tommy laments repeat lickings as paw vows smoking again.
A Post voting contest presents fourteen tickets for world’s fair trips. Offers include special localities and large general access for New England residents. Urges swift voting to secure these convenient prizes.
A reader chronicled a daily Tremont Street observer, noting a 60 year old man with a parcel and seventeen blue necktie pins. The item drifted through society chatter about a new hat style, a Pilgrim memorial, newspaper rumors, and a light commentary on stamps and public notices.
A society woman denounces men who fail to lift their hats in public. A clergyman in New Orleans is called boorish for not greeting ladies with a hat tip. Debates on good breeding and manners spark strength of opinion from both sexes.
Washington Letter in New York World says General Collins of Boston is to be consul-general to London. The appointment is praised as excellent and likely to strengthen Democratic party support, noting Collins is well liked.
Lieutenant Governor Wolcott joins David Hotcollar Rice in voting to strip Governor Russell of the power to appoint special council committees. The Gazette notes the move boosts the governor’s popularity as the critics press on with partisan tactics.
To the Editor Sir there is a municipal law against snow remaining on sidewalks beyond a certain time after it falls but it has not been enforced of late Would it not be well just now have a law against permitting mud on sidewalks beyond a certain depth and have it operative before steam dredging machines are needed to remove it AXIM sae a
A citizen laments delays in widening Commonwealth Avenue citing a 18 month old pledge by Aldermen and the Park Commission. He traces obstruction to land speculators and a rail line alliance with venal city officials, warning of failed Boylston Street extension and tax losses as Back Bay Fens urbanization proceeds.
A Boston committee representing $150,000,000 in capital and all New England Exchange firms urged Bridgeport agents to adopt a 50 percent insurance clause. After a lengthy discussion the Bridgeport agents refused, saying the clause would affect local insurance business by about $8,000,000.
Wasu Hinaton Jan 20 The House committee on banking and currency directed Chairman Bacon to seek from the rules committee a special order allowing one or two days for the Andrew Cate banking and Sherman repeal bill. The vote to request a day was eight to six with one opponent absent, signaling minority plans to contest any consideration of the measure.
The wedding of Princess Margaret will follow traditional Berlin court rituals with guards and dignitaries bearing torches escorting the bride and groom to the nuptial chamber. A garter token is shared as a souvenir, followed by an opera performance and a state ball. The bride leads a polonaise with leading figures, starting with the Emperor and ending with cabinet ministers bearing tapers.
A roundup of new works by Fergus Hume Hezekiah Butterworth Edmund Gosse Hall Caine Alfred Fouiller Paul Lindau John Seymour Wood Luke A Head and others reviews their plots, themes and stylistic merits. It highlights adventure romance historic fiction biographies and educational works with notes on readability and audience appeal.
George Finneran commends the Post law coupons feature and praises Messrs. Stiles and Clifford Jr. as capable legal rights who untangled his knotty points and could carry further legal processes to a successful conclusion.
A catalog of 1892 novels and authors with publication details from New York and Boston outlets. Notable entries include A Conquering Heroine by the Duchess Hungerford and The Burglar's Fate by Allan Pinkerton, among numerous other works in series and library editions.
The Springfield Republican notes expected friction as Lieut Governor Wolcott may resist following David Hall Rice in efforts to suppress the governor. Is the next nomination contest set between Rice and Mr. Haile?
John P. Spaulding donated 40000 as a New Year gift to eight servant girls at the United States Hotel, honoring honest labor and shared humanity. The act reflects charity and social benevolence in a hospitality setting.
A humorous political sketch volume by Henry W Lucy with illustrations by Harry Furniss, following The Disraeli Parliament and The Gladstone Parliament. It blends vivacity with political anecdotes and includes a complete index. Extra cloth edition, 530 pages, 5 dollars.
A brief notice for Tom ComsLBICH novelette Gentleman Upcott's A Novelette in the Unknown Library series. 1 volume 16mo unique cloth binding priced at 50 cents. Praised as one of the brightest stories in the series.
Grant Allen, noted English novelist, presents Blood Royal as part of Cassell’s Sunshine Series. The 12mo cloth edition is 75 cents, paper 50 cents. Described by the author as his best effort, the work follows his previous titles This Mortal Coil and In All Shades.
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