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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1895
Page
4
The Sunday Post lists pricing for subscriptions: one year 1.50 dollars, six months 0.76 dollars, and three months 0.40 dollars. The notice presents a brief tariff for readers choosing longer commitments.
The article asserts the U S enforcement of neutrality duties amid interference with the G W Childs expedition and vessel seizure. It argues public approval for administration policy, Cuban patriots support, and warns Americans to uphold laws as Britain was pressed to do. The Alabama claims serve as a cautionary example.
The Defender dominated yesterday's race off Sandy Hook, signaling strong capacity ahead of the cup challenges. Observers note the Defender's superior gailing and overall performance, with Herreshoff’s new keel boat improving on the centerboard design and likely outperforming the Vigilant. The final September test may be awaited without anxiety.
A fragment notes that Governor McKinley and the American public would be disappointed or gratified by the impact of a new tariff, signaling a heated tariff policy debate with uncertain financial outcomes.
The article notes signs that the Treasury’s condition is improving with a potential deficit reduction in July. It contrasts Carlisle’s method with Harrison era delays and reports that payments on current appropriations exceeded the monthly averages, including pension disbursements near 12,000,000 and War Department outlays, signaling ongoing cash flow efforts to balance the year.
A tribute notes Rice as a capable business man and public servant who held many offices from school committee chair to Governor. He combined scholarship with practical skill, spoke plainly and sincerely, and earned broad respect, with his death seen as a real loss to Massachusetts and its history.
The governor is expected to commute Maria Barberi’s sentence to life imprisonment. Advocates say clemency is just given the abuse she suffered and her limited intelligence, arguing the death penalty is unwarranted and dangerous to society.
The iron industry shows widespread revival at major centers with Pittsburg mills operating through the hot season and idle plants being restarted. Higher steel billet prices boost wages and employment as demand rises for structural and commercial iron, reflecting broader national prosperity across manufacturing and construction.
Ex-Governor Rice, a long time political and business figure, dies. He was of medium build with a white beard and was noted for memory and education. The Rev J Pike Powers of Knoxville, ill in Boston, convalesces in Lexington with his sister Mrs George W Given of Brownwood Texans aiding him. West End streetcar conductors habitually alter destination signs.
A white-haired 95-year-old veteran, Samuel Carroll, lives near Grove Street and recounts his service in the Mexican War. A rusty musket once carried by Carroll hangs in the Ward 9 Colored Political Club, reminding locals of past battles and national pride.
A secretly narrated confessional recounts a London legal hopeful, George Grey, who falls for Amy Ferrers during a Threegates visit. Unable to marry yet, he plans an American escape to secure funds before returning to wed, while his devotion remains steadfast despite uncertain prospects and family approval.
In New York I pursue a romance with a brilliant library clerk whose striking hair and beauty captivate me. After a series of misread signals, I realize I loved a wig worn by the woman all along and I eventually marry Amy, though the memory lingers.
The Boston Post rebukes Mayor Curtis's smelling commission for claiming Boston is debt laden and cites a $43.41 million net debt versus city auditor figures of $28.92 million, a discrepancy of about $15 million excluding water debt, highlighting reformer's bias.
The Malden City Press thanks the Boston Post for lending a cut of the late ex mayor Fuller. The gesture reflects cross paper goodwill and shared public spirit.
Agnes Samson Addie, of Montreal, writes to the editor thanking them for the telegram announcing her modest prize. She says it was a great surprise amid many poems she admired more than her own, dated July 19 from Park Avenue.
The Tremomgt Theatre opened week three of Kismet with Rose Leighton as Ramadamus bringing fresh life to the role. Richard Carroll adds new comic twists including a solo dance and a Tutti Frutti duet with Jeanette St Henry. New songs from Lizzie Macnichol impress, while Aubrey Boucicault and the seasoned cast sustain the show’s lively, popular comic opera tempo.
Attractive show yesterday at Keith's New Theatre featured the Boston Symphony Orchestra with Gounod Weber Thomas and Tilt melodies. Wood and Sheppard headlined a strong vaudeville slate including Walter Gale Bonnie Thornton Pat Reilly and acts such as Demonio and Pantzer Morello with trained dogs Foreman and West and the De Vans. Annie W. Curran sang as soprano soloist and the program offered novelty and variety amid comfortable surroundings.
Large crowds filled the Palace Theatre yesterday for an afternoon and evening bill blending burlesque, specialty acts, and comedy. The program opened with Uncle Josh by Phil Peters, followed by The Student and the Tramp with Binney, Chapman, Hogan, and Glenroy. The Leroy trio, Nettie Peters, Gus Mills, Phil Peters, Ettie Albion, Cora Williams, and Wilbur and Donaldson completed the lineup, ending with the travesty Little Louise. A twenty-voice chorus added visual flair to the lively showcase.
Yesterday morning Mlle Ade lina Sansoni appeared to a full house at Austin and Stone's Museum with new feats including the best lift a la Sandon using dead weights. Astarte the illusionist, Gallatti’s trained monkeys, and Mile Eugenie Garetta’s educated cockatoos also impressed audiences, with Fremonts Latona Gracie Burnett Vidocq and others receiving applause.
The passage lists individuals including Jones Jack Masters and the Washington trio along with Marshall and Emery, indicating a group mentioned in connection with an article segment.
The Hawaiian exhibit Kil auea, a cyclorama once a standout at the World’s Fair and Midwinter Fair, has now stayed in the old Gettysburg building at 641 Tremont Street for three months in Boston and began its fourth month yesterday.
The Tremont announces a second souvenir matinee in the Kismet series next Saturday titled the Jeanette St Henry souvenir matinee. The souvenir will be an after dinner coffee spoon of gold and silver.
The great outdoor show Black America began its first full week at Huntington avenue circus grounds with large crowds and musical choral singing from about five hundred voices. Audiences saw authentic depictions of everyday life in the South with songs, dances, and a noted watermelon scene. The buck dancing drew praise for skill and timing. The production runs each evening at 8 o'clock for a limited number of nights.
Hattie J. Sanborn of Effingham Falls sworn as to personal history noting marriage at 16, motherhood at 17, grandmother at 38, dated Freedom New Hampshire July 22 1896. Notary David O. Sanborn officiated.
In Pittsfield Medbury Eaton ten was drowned while bathing in the Suncook River this afternoon his body was recovered. In Uxbridge a five year old son of Michael Reilly fell from a bridge near Wheelocks mill at 530 p m and was drowned his body recovered.
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