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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1893

Page

4

Boston Post and its publication details July 22 1893

The Boston Post offers subscription rates for daily and weekly editions with prices for annual and quarterly terms. Advertising and payment terms specify advance payment, address change notices, and the publisher’s contact at 259 Washington Street Boston with New York agent A Frank Richardson Tribune Building New York.

Boston Washington Street New York A. Frank Richardson Tribune Building

The Journal backs Democrat for Governor in coming race

The Journal states strong support for the Democratic candidate, arguing he will likely become the next governor based on experience and historical context. The piece frames the candidate as the natural choice for voters.

A Point for the Croakers in Boston Trade Remarks

An agent for local woollen mills opened spring samples in Boston on Wednesday and by Thursday night had orders $20,000 more than the mills produced. The note suggests remaining confidence in New England industry and criticizes political pessimism aimed at harming the region.

Boston New England

Is It Dancing The Masters Protest to World Fair

The American National Association of Masters of Dancing sends a protest through its secretary to World’s Fair directors. They claim Eastern dances shown there are neither dancing nor art. They urge the directors to ensure exhibits meet art and decency standards.

American National Association of Masters of Dancing

Barretts bid for Legislature and speakership teased

In Melrose and other towns the big question is whether William E. Barrett will run for the Legislature and the speakership this fall. The Post speculates Barrett plans to devote more effort to newspapers, intending to make a great newspaper out of the Advertiser.

Melrose William E. Barrett Post

A Just Demand for Five Cent Streetcar Fares

A Cambridge plea before railroad commissioners argues for five cent streetcar fares as fair. West End residents enjoy free street use and must grant reasonable fare increases in return for the privileges they receive, seeking only what is fair and just.

Cambridge West End

Democratic Nomination for Governor by City Mayor Endorsed

Mayor Matthews is the logical Democratic choice for governor as the party delegates will select its candidate in convention. The consensus within the party and the rank and file recognizes him as the man to champion the issues against corporate encroachment, and the Post notes he will be the candidate this year.

Matthews Democratic Party

Cautionary Note on Stock Market Boom Ahead

A cautious word warns against rushing into stocks. Leadership says a tremendous boom is coming, but advises restraint and seriousness, noting some may misinterpret the situation as a joke.

Lawmaker moves to curb illegal dependent pensions

The article denounces claim agents who exploited the 1890 dependent pension act to grant pensions for disability not earned in service. Commissioner Lochren aims to restore legal control, stop improper payments, and remove pensioners not entitled under the law while defending strict eligibility criteria for disability.

Raum Granda Army Lochren Baum Nsion

Hearing Invites Over An Ambiguous Phrase

A fragment notes that someone “has been and will be given an opportunity to be heard” reflecting a formal assurance in a legal or administrative context. The exact parties, agency, and scope are unclear from the snippet provided. No further specifics are readable.

Unconditional Repeal of Silver Purchase Policy Urged

The piece declares that conditions on repealing the Republican silver law are unnecessary and harmful. It argues three years of pig silver piling in Treasury vaults has harmed business and should be stopped unconditionally, with no compromises or named conditions. It calls for immediate repeal of the silver purchase clause.

Right of Boycott and Labor Rights in Minnesota

The Minnesota Supreme Court ruling on boycott is not new in essence. It upholds that any person or association may refuse to work for or deal with others as they see fit. Boycott rules only clash with conspiracy laws or public duties, and the decision signals progress toward a clearer view of social relations under one system and potential solutions to industrial issues.

Supreme Court of Minnesota Minnesota Bailey Jack Escaleg Harvard College Harvard Square Cambridgeport Bowdoin Square Cambridge Road Revere House

Boston Letters and Harborside Tales of 1891

City Solicitor Bailey’s friends foresee his return to public life after a favorable medical turn. A Harvard anecdote describes two students riding a stationary streetcar to gather a playful haul, observed by an amused transit officer. John August Miller, a former Boston resident, moved to Jerusalem with his wife amid Palestine fever before a stroke ended his service. Alderman Mahlstedt and bride tour City Hall, while Mes sah County Club plans a July 29 clubhouse opening at Manchester by the Sea with events. Lew Wallace urges Americans to try painting, writing, patenting, or music to learn the craft of creation.

John August Miller Jerusalem Boston Wellesley Concord Palestine Miller Holy Land Church Missionary Society English Nazareth

That undeniable statement in historical press tone

A compact note cites a Boston Post quotation saying agriculture underpins commerce and that U S prosperity is possible despite hard times. It reflects a 19th or early 20th century mood, highlighting crops as the basis of wealth and urging an end to pessimism. The passage appears as a quoted line spread across Lowell Times and the Boston Post.

Lowell Times Boston Post Europe United States

Matthews chills GOP governor nomination race

Mayor Matthews poses as a chilling factor for Republicans seeking the gubernatorial nomination. The staple line suggests he will disconcert rivals and stand out in the fight for the party’s nod.

Burtsell Case Letter Clarifies Archbishops View

Archbishop Corrigan responds to a petition dated May 28, 1893 seeking his aid in restoring Very Rev Dr Burtsell to Epiphany parish or another post of similar standing. He states the letter contains no command or explicit request from the delegate and urges the editor to report accurately. The letter dated July 18, 1893, from New York notes the clergy and faithful should understand the absence of any binding directive.

Corrigan New York Sun The Sun Apostolic Petitin New York Burtsell M. A. Corrigan Ae Ee

All Sorts Around the Horn Life and humor bits

A string of brief notes from various papers covers light topics such as a shoemaker’s drink a sherry cobbler and a humid atmosphere. Other items mention a Populist interview about a close comet and fashion trends in Paris reflected in Kentucky tastes.

Raymond’s Monthly Philadelphia Times Pittsburg Troy Press Philadelphia Record Washington Jar Paris Kentucky Chicago Tribune

Hull tableaux vivants to be summer social event

It is expected to be a financial success and a premier social occasion of the summer season. Prominent residents are pledging support with their presence, and the Oregon anticipates a large audience. Rehearsals are going smoothly and the entertainment promises to be pleasing.

Oregon

Democratic Preferences Vote Totals for Matthews Quincy Williams

Nathan Matthews Jr and Josiah Quincy lead in Democratic preferences with George Fred Williams trailing as voters cast ballots. Reported totals show 717 for Matthews, 595 for Quincy, and 151 for Williams in the published tally.

Nathan Matthews, Jr Josiah Quincy George Fred Williams Scattering

Republican Preferences After Ballot Count

Total result of post ballot shows A. E. Pillsbury, Thomas N. Hart, Frederick Greenhalge, Roger Wolcott leading with scattering votes. Final tallies display minor shares for other listed candidates and residuals.

A. E. Pillsbury Thomas N. Hart Frederick Greenhalge Roger Wolcott

Sun Praises President Cleveland Yachting Policy

The New York Sun lauds President Cleveland for his yachting choices. It notes official excursions use navy or revenue vessels, while private cruises use private craft, praising propriety and contrast with predecessors. The piece wishes him cool breezes and good fishing.

New York Sun Navy Revenue Marine Benedict Grover Cleveland Cleveland James Buchanan

Rights of Shippers and Carriers in Rail Rates

The Supreme Court decision in Union Pacific vs Goodridge holds carriers must treat shippers equally and upholds state and federal railway regulation. It notes the need for railroad commissions to approve rates, citing a Colorado law and the interstate commerce framework. A tariff of $1 per ton applied to Denver from Effie and Marshall, but Marshall coal was billed 60 cents, a 40 cent rebate.

Washington United States Supreme Court Union Pacific Goodridge Colorado Denver Effie Marshall Erie

Boston Man Says He’ll Accept Governorship Nomination

Nathan Matthews Jr of Boston states he will accept the Democratic nomination for governor if tendered. The declaration signals a clear readiness to run once the party offers the post.

The Lowell Times Nathan Matthews, Jr Boston

Governor's Brigade Encampment Parade on Governor's Day

The article details Governor Russell visiting the Rhode Island militia brigade encampment. Troops parade with bands and flags, amid crowds of spectators. It notes commands reviewed, afternoon drills, and the high strength of units. It lists officers of the day, guest attendees, and hints at an upcoming election for the Eighth Regiment colonel. The event marks the windup of the Second Brigade's 1893 field duties.

The Commonwealth Russell Peach Signal Corps Sprague Bancroft Bogan Dodge Major Follett Kemp Clark Donovan W. E. Morrison W. L. Tolman W. W. Wade Highth F. C. Daman Moody T. F. Crowley W. H. Ruddick Cavalry O. A. Jones George Murry B Company David Crotty D Company J. B. Gallager Eighth Eighth Regiment Keeler Philip Little Captain Little Salem George A. Keeler Boston Wolcott Dalton Charles Warren Dee Leary Coughlin Shaw Innes Whitcomb William H. Endicott Olin Gould Medfield E. V. Mitchell Bes Parker Carrier Kilby F. S. Lovett Howard Gould

The Man for the Fight

The Boston Post poll favors Matthews as the Democratic gubernatorial nominee. The Boston mayor is described as intelligent, capable, active, and forthright with a strong municipal reform record. He is praised for fearlessness in taking the right action and earning public trust.

Pittsfield Evening Journal Boston Post Matthews Boston

Jersey Lily's Yacht White Lodge Arrives in Newport

Newport July 1911 Mrs Langtry’s trim pleasure yacht the White Lodge anchors in the inner harbor after a 15 days run from Cowes and a voyage from New York. Ogden Goelet, who has chartered her for five months, may buy the vessel in November if pleased. The three masted schooner rigged 220 feet long carries 31 crew, costs 160000 dollars, and burns 12 tons of coal daily. The yacht’s Langtry cabin is famed for white and gold decor and luxury with nine cabins and bright electric lights amid a state of bustle. Captain Jones says she handles rough seas well and her finish and speed justify the yachtsmen’s praise.

Newport England Ogden Goelet Cowes Jones

Important New Features at the Park Theatre Run

The Park Theatre announces new features for the tenth week of The Golden Wedding and Amorita at Tremont The atr e. George Fortes cue or Catherine will join as widow in a burlesque tragedy. Lucy Daly appears as Foxey with the Daly sisters in dancing acts. Jocko the ape to stay another week. Eugene Sandow to close next Saturday. Palace Theatre to reopen Aug 14 under Frank J. Pilling with new chairs, scenery, and electric lights as Keith and Boston Theatre plans face rapid transit routes.

Park Theatre George Fortescue Catherine Rice Lucy Daly Foxey Daly Dan Daly J. W. Kelly Jennie Yeamans Andrew Mack Tremont Theatre Czibulka McLellan & Kelly Tremont Miss Hall Eugene Sandow Jocko Boston Austin & Stone Fred B. Cochrane William Vine James Gilbert Opera Company Palace Theatre Frank J. Pilling St. Paul, Minn Sudbury Street Boston Theatre B. F. Keith Washington and Mason Streets Mason Street Mr. Keith Keith

Anniversary gifts by year tradition list

A wedding anniversary primer lists the traditional gifts by year from cotton for the first to diamond for the seventy fifth. It enumerates common materials like paper leather silk and crystal as milestone gifts.

16 Watchmakers Official Rail Road Inspectors Ad

The Old Colony railroad official watch inspectors offer repairs at no higher cost than elsewhere with best workmanship at popular prices. Wilson Bros., 14 15 Tremont Row.

Old Colony Wilson Bros Tremont Row

Marry Me Amy Ring Ad From Wilson Bros in Tremont Row

An advertisement urges marriages with a promise to buy a gold wedding ring from Wilson Bros in Tremont Row. The firm says it makes rings in its own factory from six to twelve dollars and can complete a special order in two hours, warning buyers to beware of imitators.

Amy Wilson Bros Tremont Row

Marriages in Boston and Toronto Note Bride and Groom Names

Land of Boston and Leadley of Toronto wed in Toronto on June 26 at Edward Leadley’s residence. Muller and Blunt marry in Boston on July 18. Manning and Ridings wed in South Boston on July 18.

Land Leadlay Toronto Can Frank I. Land J. B. Lewis & Co Boston Gertrude Leadley G. J. Bishop Edward Leadley Muller—Blunt Thomas M. Sharpe Albert F. Muller Ida A. Blunt Manning South Edwin N. Hardy Bertha L. Ridings Southston

Deaths. Notable passings in Cambridge East Boston and Somerville

Death notices from Cambridge and surrounding towns report Mary Gerdard Abbott aged 94 11 months at Cambridge July 19 Charles S Ballou 37 28 days East Boston July 19 Julia Gardner 25 in city July 18 Mary Battey Greenough 57 11 months Cambridge July 19 Mrs Laura B Hawes 71 4 months Somerville July 21 Stephen H Patterson Chelsea Soldiers Home 66 late Company D 36th Massachusetts Infantry July 20

Abbott Cambridge Mary Gerdard Abbott Ballou East Boston Charles S. Ballou Gardner Julia John Gardner Greenough Mary Battey James Bradstreet Greenough Hawes Somerville Laura B M. E. Hawes Patterson Chelsea Soldiers’ Home Stephen H. Patterson Baldwinsville Mass Massachusetts

Picture frames made to order at wholesale price

Picture frames offered for sale at wholesale prices. Custom sizes and finishes available. Orders accepted for businesses and individuals seeking bulk stocking options. Contact details not provided in the readable text.

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Representative Democratic Paper Sebentiers Post Publishing Company A. Grozier Brer Barrett Observant Citizen Exchange Place City Hall le D. Mahlstedt Charleston S. CC O’rourke Messex County Club Manchester-by-the-Sea Mgr. Satolli Sick Baby Service Total the Sun Man Jersey Ferent Sondon Amorita Bill Austin & Stone’s the Palace Lillian Durrell Longwood Hotel Wyoming Atkinson Tremont Art Store Tremont St Bretelles Saratoga Orchestra Pines Revere Beach IW ‘Railroad OAK Island Grow J. J. Sweeny Oak Pemberton Sq Caledonia Club Rove London Rio Janeiro Jupiter Admiral Wan Wandenkolk Santa Cruz Provincetown Sparks Emma F. Harriman Japan Dana Johnson Niaga Chicago Fair Grounds Chicago Hom Wagner Ben J. Johnson Washington Stoop Old South Church Sing Cars Pauline Hall Daly Sisters sAyony Kelly Sampso Boston Ball Crounds Vytorh Adams House Gilbert Opeh H. M.S. i Grand Chorug Bertoto Ston Appleton & Bs Street Connelly’s Theatre Austin
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