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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1895
Page
4
The corn harvest will begin soon and the 189% crop is expected to be remarkable with over 82,000,000 acres in corn, 6,000,000 more since 1891, and a projected yield near 1.25 billion bushels. At current market rates the crop could potentially pay the national debt, and this year’s yield is said to surpass average precedents.
Secretary Carlisle predicts the currency issue will settle itself as the nation enjoys general prosperity and rising wages. He asserts cheap money cannot endure against booming industry and that reform will align with Democratic principles when the national committee acts.
Boston prepares for a Knights Templars gathering with careful organization and expected success. The city has just hosted a large Christian Endeavor convention noted for its flawless execution, and organizers aim to match that standard in hospitality parade planning and conclave operations.
The piece argues train robbery is spreading beyond the wild West into quiet corridors near major cities. It cites recent incidents near the capital and warns of many vulnerable points between Boston and Portland. It calls for catching and punishing bandits, with measures like armed crew and patrols as possible remedies.
The reunion of the old Ninth Regiment, Cass and Gurney and Hanley and Scullyis marked by addresses that focus on broad patriotism of American citizens of Irish descent who served in the Union. Father Scully and Mr. Gargan spoke with eloquence on Protestant and Catholic soldiers who saved the Union, challenging intolerance.
Scully, chaplain of the Ninth, extols education shaping citizenship. A Newark or Commonwealth figure condemns discord, urging unity as half the people cannot be permanently arrayed against the other half. The piece praises veterans and loyalty to law and flag.
The piece defends American honor over the flag and criticizes Senor de Lome for assuming the Lane schooner was within Spanish jurisdiction. It urges Spain to respect U S neutrality laws and warns that a repeat Alliance incident would require stronger action and an apology if necessary.
The Observant Citizen reports Chief Engineer Tom Williamson, U S N retired from active duty yesterday and becomes Commodore. He served over forty two years at sea and ashore, witnessed the evolution from steam sloops to modern warships, and is noted for hospitality and loyalty.
In a tense village scene Mrs Meldrum and miller Mr Bynum clash over Susanna and John as a long simmering feud erupts. Bynum vows to defend a vanished husband’s will while Meldrum accuses him of sowing sorrow, and the quarrel threatens a wedding amid stubborn pride and past feuds.
In a rural scene, Mrs Meldrum traps a captive in a meat chest to force a bargain about her children. The miller listens as she sings and bargains, while a younger couple announces their marriage and plans a wedding feast. The tale blends comic coercion with domestic scheming in a rustic setting.
Four yachting enthusiasts escaped death when their sloop Flossie capsized in the harbor near Long Wharf. A sudden squall filled the boat, tossing Henry L. Hunter George Collins Frank Cosney and Theodore Woodbury into the water. Captain Johnny Ford of the Samuel Little and nearby towing vessels saved them, towing to Lockwood's wharf and drying their clothes. The near tragedy ends with the men grateful to be alive and warned to watch for squalls.
A notable wedding occurred in Cambridge as Daniel Field married Miss Margaret Horgan of Somerville at St. Joseph's Church Union Square with Rev. Father Kelly officiating. Nora Horgan served as bridesmaid and Patrick M. Flynn attended the groom. The church was filled with friends, and a reception followed at the couple’s future home on Parnell Street East Cambridge.
Veterans recount the Ninth Massachusetts Volunteers and their 42 engagements from the Peninsular Campaign to the Wilderness. They praise unity across faiths, defend public schools, condemn religious bigotry, and vow to uphold the flag and Constitution while honoring fallen comrades.
The next speaker quoted was the sigician and Mr James Jeffrey Roche delivered witty remarks that drew laughs. Comrade M J Platterly spoke briefly before the color bearer led the group to the boat and home, deeming the twenty reunion the best yet.
The Woonsocket Probate Court denied Charles W. Watson’s petition to guardianship for James Francis children George Naomi Alfonso Annie, citing lack of Rhode Island jurisdiction as the family is domiciled in Boston. Testimony on the father’s character and a claimed common law marriage in New York were presented, with a counter petition from Mrs. L Buxton. No appeal ruled yet.
A Roxbury reader, Mrs. Lucy A. Vaughan, 89 Reed Street, requests clarification about a Post offer of a china tea set to the youngest grandmother. She notes she is 32 turning 33 in September and has a granddaughter eight months old.
A letter from South End notes a morning visit by children to the Post swan boats at the Public Garden. Parents watched as little ones queued to ride, praising the Post as a household pride and wishing greater circulation for future outings.
Danvers Massachusetts July 2 The Nourse family reunion was held at the old Rebecca Nourse homestead today. Officers were elected: President Benjamin B Nourse Vice president William P Nourse Secretary Aaron Nourse Treasurer Elizabeth P Nourse.
President Cleveland started early for his favorite fishing grounds aboard the Ruth at Buzzard's Bay Massachusetts and did not return until late this afternoon enhancing a quiet summer day on the water for the President and his party.
Hanover July 2. Professor Thomas W. W. Worthen of Dartmouth College is critically ill with appendicitis. An operation has been performed and his chances of recovery are about one in four.
Labor Day marks Hol Street Theatre opening with Mighty Millions. Peter F. Dail and Jennie Yeamans head to Boston Sept 23 in The Nig Clerk. Tremont Theatre preps for next year’s opera season opening in April with R A Barnett writing. Russian works shown at Austin Stone’s next week from Alhamb London. Too Much Johnson follows The Fatal Card at the Museum. Sutton Vane visits Sept for first U S production In Sight of Paul at Bowdoin Square. Howard Atheneum opens Aug 5. Cast Square Opera Company gains praise for past season works. Rehearsals daily for Olivette with Fatinitza performances nightly. Keith lures vaudeville crowds with ex actors. Lyceum opens Aug 1 with Harry W Lemon’s troupe from Halifax. Matinees of Bla America Wednesdays and Saturdays 8 o’clock feature cake walk and Negro social curiosities.
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