Ex-Governor Rice Dies in Melrose Hotel
Ex-Governor Alexander Hamilton Rice dies at the Longwood Hotel in Melrose after paralysis. He had been in frail health, experienced shocks since last week, and sustained a prior 1891 illness. Rice recalled his paper mill origins, Union College, and his naval committee years while sharing memories of Boston politics and governance.
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Ex governor Rice dies after long public life
The veteran statesman Alexander H. Rice dies today after a career spanning Boston mayoral terms in 1856 57 congress and Massachusetts governorships in 1876 78 He leaves two sons a daughter and a wife The funeral is planned for Thursday at Emmanuel Church with remains to be moved to Boston from Melrose The Acting Mayor Sanford calls a city council meeting to honor him and Governor Greenhalge is expected to participate in funeral ceremonies
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Brilliant career of Alexander Hamilton Rice at 77
Alexander Hamilton Rice of Newton born 1818 rose from clerk to president of Rice Kendall Company and served Massachusetts as Governor and U S Representative. A reforming mayor, strong naval advocate, and civic leader, he shaped Boston back Bay improvements and championed public institutions. He died after a long public life leaving a legacy of business, politics, and philanthropy.
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From His Own Lips Governor Rice Story
A compact feature recounts Alexander Hamilton Rice’s ascent from pulp boy to governor, tracing a path through Congress and Boston mayoralty with emphasis on his self-told narrative for Sunday Post readers. The piece frames a public career marked by political ambition and notable offices.
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Surplus Boxer and Children's Clothing Marked Down
CHAS. SREEN & CO. clothiers announce deep discounts on boys suits and work apparel to clear surplus stock. Prices slashed from 2.50 to 1.50, 2.00 to 1.25, 1.50 to 0.75, and shirts waists cut to small prices. Large bargain selection across departments at 87-599-60 Washington Street.
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A Grand Career Remembered by Boston Leaders
Colonel Thomas and ex-mayors recall ex-Governor Rice as a versatile public figure. They praise his health decline, long service, and administrative ability while highlighting his genial nature, memorable oratory, and strong character in civic life.
Motors and the Generation of Electrical Current Lecture
At the Massachusetts Electrical Engineers and Mechanics Association last evening at William Parkman Hall J L Winn and other members delivered a lecture on Motors and the Generation of Electrical Current The meeting was the largest of the season and attracted a large audience in Boston place No 3 Boylston Street
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Brave Rescue By Costa at Crescent Beach
Benjamin Costa a 20 year old Italian swimmer was pulled from deep water after cramps and staged drowning theatrics at Crescent Beach. Nick McMahon 22 and W H Mickle assisted, diving from a raft and then towing Costa to shore where he recovered. The crowd cheered the quick heroes who saved his life.
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Salem Prison Break of Four Vagrants After Bar Removal
Four prisoners escaped from the Salem police station by removing an iron bar above their cell door. Thomas Fitzgerald Hartford Conn William Taylor Marlboro George Lewis Waterbury Conn and William Kelly New Bedford were sentenced to three months in the Salem House of Correction for vagrancy. They crawled through the hole and left via the rear door as jail staff investigated.
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Maria Barberi Begs Pardon Debate At Sing Sing
Maria Barberi, the Italian murderess, spends her first Sunday in Sing Sing. Warden Sage and two matrons assist, while Governor Morton refrains from opinion pending legal remedies. A volley of letters to the Post condemns Mary Livermore’s pardon stance as dangerous to law and order.
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President Fishes at Buzzard's Bay and At Home
The President spent part of the day fishing in Buzzard's Bay and the remainder at home. Mrs. Perrine is still with her daughter.
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Use Bunker Hill Monument for a sun dial at noon
A sun dial concept uses the Bunker Hill Monument as the gnomon base with its noon shadow indicating lunch time as the point when the sun reaches its highest daily position and casts a shadow toward the opposite horizon.
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Overstocked Merchants Urged to Seek Quick Cash Deals
W Farnsworth, president of the Yean Kee Clothing Co at 91 Summer St invites overstocked merchants to secure fast cash. Two conditions: season‑made, high quality goods and prices under half production cost. Fifteen buyers will inspect samples each forenoon.
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Bargain Bonanza At The Wanker Store
Notice to patrons advertising deep discounts on men collards and cuffs coats suits and pants with dozens of bargains. Store hours include open Saturday and money nights.
Deplorable Maria Barberi Case Praised by Mrs. Livermore
A Boston reader praises Mrs. Livermore for her stance on the Maria Barberi matter. The writer argues no man may betray a young woman and supports Barberi’s pardon. They deny murder in the case and invoke mercy, citing Governor Morton and Christian forgiveness.
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Mary Livermore Praised as Champion of Women
A Somerville girl writes in the Post praising Mrs. Mary A. Livermore as a sturdy champion for women. The letter commends her bold speech and the paper's efforts to support women’s rights and uplift their spirits.
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Roxbury Objects to Exister Interview Claims
A Boston reader objects to a Sunday interview under Mary Livermore's byline about Maria Barberi and the murder under discussion. The writer recounts a life spent fending for herself since age fourteen, noting impact on women and urging caution about public statements. Boston July 22 1800.
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