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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1893
Page
4
The Everett Citizen notes the Boston Post rapidly outsprinting rivals in the region with the sharp edge of the morning paper. It highlights the Post's possession of the sought after art of “getting there,” elevating its status among five local papers.
Underwriters, newspapers, the Real Estate Exchange, and fire commissioners urge the Mayor to initiate a formal investigation into the city fire department. They seek prompt action to end destructive fires and reassure property holders and the public.
The Transcript offers to receive contributions for a Bishop Brooks memorial and to hand the funds to the appointed citizen committee once selected. It urges readers to donate through the Transcript, predicting prompt and liberal public response. The plan to start a fund before committee selection is presented as practical.
The article argues railroads are consolidating rapidly with plans for ocean to ocean lines involving major carriers. It predicts a new era of large merged systems transforming transport, seen as natural progress, with effects on commerce and the public.
The Journal argues the Executive Council should keep a Republican in the savings bank commissioner role but now says the Republican party has no interest. It urges councillors to act in their individual capacity regarding Mr Sayless nomination. The note hints at wider political implications and possible action by Lt Governor Olcott.
A brief statement notes acting in an individual capacity occasionally. The remark emphasizes personal responsibility rather than official status in specific contexts.
A tribute to James G Blaine, praised for thirty years of vigorous national politics. The piece lauds his magnetic leadership, broad appeal across parties, and potential ahead not realized due to his early death at age 62 amid domestic and political strife.
A call to replace surface street cars with elevated rail as the sole solution to accidents on electric roads. The author argues elevated systems will remove dangers, not fenders or safety devices, and enable rapid transit for Boston pedestrians.
The McKinley tariff delays full effect with a four cent per pound duty on pig tin starting July first. Critics urge Congress to block this July tax to protect tinplate makers whose industry paused after the elections. They call for a tariff reform bill to halt the raw material tax.
The article reports ex Republican Senator Stewart and allies opposing stopping the purchase of pig silver by the Treasury. They fear the government would profit from coinage rather than private mine owners. The Andrew-Cate bill sets Feb 9–10 as a special order to coin silver already bought, while Stewaert and associates prefer government coinage and preservation of 5000 tons of pig metal in Treasury vaults. The currency question continues.
The discussion centers on which pig silver to favor, Mr Stewart's or Secretary Fostin's, and is described as largely a personal matter more than a formal policy issue.
A Huntington avenue car scene notes politician David Halrice and his Republican circle. Engagements include Walter Raymond to Hattie S. Lewis. News of deaths in theater circles, condolences for Mrs. Charles H. Hoyt, and changes in Hoyt family residences and friends.
Kansas politics roiled as fusionists back John Martin to lead the Senate, while Republicans in the state Senate and a GOP aligned House plan to contest the result. Martin, a Democrat with Populist backing, says he supports reform but stays independent from caucus domination. He opposes national bank charters and favors a more effective financial system than the subtreasury proposal.
A string of humorous or pointed lines touching on sex roles, crime, love, luck, and everyday life. It playfully contrasts language and behavior with light satire, noting social quirks and minor urban scenes.
Haverhill Gazette questions L.Rice conduct and doubts GOP support. editors suggest voters should back him down if wrong, reflecting local partisan tension and expectations of party unity.
In Bessemer Alabama January 27 a plant explosion ripped trees from roots and created large craters. Two employees Jim Parsons and George Williams died instantly. Only scattered flesh and bone fragments remained to mark the tragedy.
The Rev Dr John Paton of the New Hebrides will address the Evangelical Alliance on Monday January 30 at 12 noon at Wesleyan Hall. His talk is titled Religion and Rum in the South Seas.
A Boston merchant writes to the Editor urging an inquiry into fire department practices and insurance costs. He argues high insurance rates come from insurer expenses and losses, not fire department mismanagement, and calls for a joint review of both ends to justify fair rates for merchants.
The Beacon Society will meet at the Algonquin Club on Saturday January 28 at 8 p.m. The program topic is Life on Board a Man of War.
A 1890 poem dedication praising Phillips Brooks as a guiding spiritual figure. The piece urges chaste, serene manhood aligned with law and God, calling readers to emulate his life of gospel-peace and disciplined virtue. Located with a signature Elizabeth Porter Gould and a Boston-like setting.
An editorial notes two Boston brokers offer 116 a share for Brookline Gaslight Company stock, claiming Standard Oil backs the bid to gain Boston foothold. Report claims Bay State stock has been purchased, aiming to control Brookline even at higher prices. Boston gas securities remain strong while outside capital is drawn.
The Springfield Republican cites a star study claiming John E. Russell of Leicester will be offered the head of the Navy Department in President Cleveland's Cabinet, making him New England's representative in the official family.
The Marlboro Enterprise notes that placing a memorial for Brooks in Copley square is a good idea. The editorial endorses commemorating Brooks in a public, central space.
The text advertises Australian gold wedding rings sold by Wilson Bros from their own factory with prices ranging from six to twelve dollars. It warns to beware of imitators and notes a fast two hour order option. The address given is Me Big Clock at 14 and 15 Tremont Row.
Listings show multiple marriages and obituaries across Boston and neighboring towns. Notable entries include Dexter and Gage in Emira, Leathe in Boston, and Cogswell with Martin at Cogswell Hill Gilman ton NH, plus Brown of Watertown and Roxbury, Clagett of Milton, and others in Weymouth Norwood Melrose Roxbury Dover Yonkers and Brookline with ages and spouses noted.
List of applications includes John F Williams with Elizabeth M Donovan Simon Shernavitz with Gertrude J Arkin Patrick Dover with Hannah Foley Jepson DP Lahey with Catharine M Jardine Everett PT Ryder with Lottie L Thayer Timony FP Ouima with Katharine C Murphy Oscar Peterson with Tilda BE Nelson Holwins ingwood with Winifred Norton homes FP Fitzgerald with Ellen F Callahan Lawrence Diggins with Mary E McGann John Diggins with Mary Sullivan Gioachine Olive with Giuseppina Prosperi.
In this city, Jan 24, by Rev J N Supple, Matthew Wardle and Mary Bhay were married. In this city, Jan 24, by Rev C P Milla, Frederick H South and Mary G McNedd were married.
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