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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1894
Page
4
The piece praises conservative labor organizations in the East for their stability during crises. It argues they counter Debsism, citing New England labor influence on good government and Marine Engineers' Association vows to honor obligations to family, government, and public. It concludes Eastern unions will not bow to Debs.
The Vigilant sails in British waters amid luckless races for the America’s Cup. A drifting five mile course tests yachtsmen as the Vigilant aims to gain speed over Britannia by about four seconds per mile to secure victory. Judges and spectators watch remaining contests with hope of a win this week.
The Post and New York Recorder publish opposing views on the Pullman strike dispute. A Methodist pastor, speaking for Pullman workers, argues arbitration was necessary to end the coercive power of the company and prevent further conflict. He asserts fairness demands impartial arbitration to secure justice.
The Chicago City Council proposes a conciliation board to avoid Debsism influence, with two appointees from Pullman, two from Cook County justices, and a fifth chosen by both sides. Vice-President Wickes rejects arbitration, declaring the Pullman company will not concede. Critics say society and public interest demand a fair compromise despite the company stance.
The Chicago City Council asked the Pullman company to concede a right for the welfare of the community during the strike. Mr Wickes could have raised public esteem by accepting the reasonable proposition but refused, forfeiting sympathy and risking further communal loss.
The American people rally to restore order after riots in Chicago. The President stresses that anarchy and Debsism must end, with troops deployed to uphold the law. Workers may strike, but only peacefully as citizens, not as brigands, while government resources will be used to protect rights and property.
James McGovern of 126 Hampden Street Roxbury earned recognition for his desperate but unsuccessful attempt to save companion William Curley on July 4. Senator William P Buckley of Holyoke plans to study law after his political career ends. The piece recalls a lawyer dispute before a Boston city committee over a $1600 injury claim where the fee was rumored to be $1100.
A Boston note recalls Doc the detective famed for his iron grip on a crook in Tremont Street. It mentions Lowell figures Jack Julian and Billy Marren, plus Cunard liner Catalonia passengers R. T. Harris and John Neary and their sendoff with many friends and flowers. The piece also critiques a Public Library tablet misnaming Watt as Watts, urging correct attribution of the steam pioneer Watt.
Mr Normault Cramp of Philadelphia visits the Parker House while Judge Wentworth of Dedham recovers from a near fatal act at his East street home. Irish leaders distance O Donovan Rossa from Dublin marshal rumors as he returns to public life. Miss Dhaubai Banajee, an 18 year old Bombay artist, hangs a Paris Salon picture and plans independence over marriage. Prince Louis of Bavaria shows child like views on agriculture, defended as public welfare. Italy’s king donates 1000 francs for Marshal MacMahon monument, praising the Frenchman.
A collage of humorous dialogue and stage bits from a late night show. Characters joke about drinking, love and social quirks while a band plays After the Ball. Exchanges feature Pipkin Potts Banks and others in light satire on manners and town life.
A detailed Pullman side of the strike describes wage cuts, rent burdens, and management stance. Workers formed unions and faced arbitration refusals as Debs and Howard push for nationwide action. Eyewitness accounts from vestibule builders and tool makers detail pay declines, high rents, and crowded Pullman housing amid the dispute.
Sophemia B. Young, operator of the Park House at Franklin Park, confronts a magistrate after police charged her with keeping liquor for sale. A letter she allegedly sent to Chelsea Judge Bossom, offering influence and a $5 bribe, sparked further proceedings. Meanwhile, Beachmont’s old ocean pier is repurposed for a Boys' Brigade camp drawing 40 to 70 youths under Col. Deming and Maj. Lovering, with routine religious instruction, gymnastic drills, and military activities planned through the 28th.
The sugar trust case before Judge Barker debated the constitutionality of the 1891 act and an injunction to stop the American Sugar Refinery Company in New Jersey. Attorney General Knowlton argued for the injunction, contending the act is constitutional to regulate commerce. the defense claimed unconstitutionality. The court will rule in a few days or pass the case to the full court for final action.
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