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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1897
Page
2
A Post reporter surveyed the South End and found widespread neglect in using illuminating gas. Despite city efforts to improve housing plumbing and sanitary conditions, ignorance and carelessness persist, with many homes showing numerous defects and dangerous practices.
Mr Brown, recommended by McKenney Waterbury, long-time fixture expert, has fifteen years of experience with gas and electric light fixtures and knows their faults. Several houses visited show common leaks and issues with installations.
The Bar Masque planned by Mrs. Bradley Martin at the Waldorf on February 10 costs are estimated above $500000. Gas fixtures in city tenements are found defective with leaks and worn pins. expert Michael J Brown urges yearly inspections to prevent fatal asphyxiations as his report describes dangers in several addresses.
The article reprises Ingersoll's views on reform, denouncing war and miracle cures while urging a rational morality. It argues for international courts to settle disputes, disarmament, and the repeal of costly spiritualism, praising arbitration and the 19th century peace momentum. Education is hailed as humanity’s true salvation.
President-elect plans rapid filling of Navy Agriculture and Justice posts and cabinet reshuffle as Woodford emerges as New York option for Secretary of War. Gage and Smith discussed for Treasury or other posts while tariff legislation gains Senate support amid broader reform debates.
A joint special committee of five Common Council members and up to as many Board of Aldermen members will investigate gas making practices and consider appointing an inspector to oversee such affairs.
Representative Kelcher introduces a joint special committee of seven House members with possible Senate joiners to examine illuminating gas quality and distribution in Boston. The panel will determine if fatalities stem from gas quality or distribution, seek measures to reduce accidents, and report by the first Wednesday in March with bill drafts if legislation is advised.
Mr Micheal Gateley of the Bohemian Club of the South End hosted a private afternoon entertainment in the club room yesterday, providing an intimate cultural gathering for members.
About one hundred friends gathered at 14 Ashland street for an engagement party honoring Joseph Levenson and Pauline Goldberg. The evening featured piano solos, a guitar duet, humorous sketches, and a toast master. Gifts included a gold watch and chain, a diamond scarfpin, gold bracelets, and a diamond ring for the couple.
Division 3 officers in civilian dress visited the Hinky Dink at 2 Bowker Street last night, purchased liquor, and placed the seller, William Shea, under arrest.
The American Wringer Company offers wringers and Bissell carpet sweepers at 13 and 15 Broadway Extension and 29 and 31 Cornhill Boston Repair services available with delivery and no extra charge Write or telephone Tremont 744.
Peter Jansen, Nebraska Republican delegate at large, reports an interview with President-elect McKinley. He says McKinley favored a Midwest cabinet pick, hinting Senator Wilson of Iowa as a prospect for Secretary of Agriculture. Jansen notes Nebraska’s political stance may prevent a cabinet seat.
The Brooklyn Riding and Driving Club and the Rough Riding Club of New York will clash in a tent-pegging contest at the Brooklyn club on February 3. Rules follow standard tent pegging, with a four inch peg and scoring of eight, six, four, or two points for various outcomes. a silk banner will be awarded as the prize.
Frank Melio and John Collimore two South End Italians entered 1068 Washington street restaurant last evening to clean out the place. Melio slashed waiter Frank A. Sandland with a dirk on left forearm and hip while Collimore struck Fred M. Claffey with a heavy bowl causing a scalp wound. Patrolman Waite arrested both men who were booked for assault with dangerous weapons.
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