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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1893
Page
4
A London jury finds the man who carried a pistol to shoot Gladstone to “save thousands of loyal Ulster men” insane. The piece suggests a similar verdict could be reached if Balfour faced trial for his Belfast speech.
A reader criticizes davidhallrice for opposing the confirmation of George N. Conly to the State Board of Education and asks why he cannot use capital letters to show dignity. The letter remarks on spelling and style choices in political debate.
The legislature quickly disrupted Boston's plan for Common and public grounds management, warning clever men against attempting to smuggle laws.
The proposed rapid transit legislation risks Senate delay over a congested district issue after two years of starting. Supporters warn passengers may use strong language if the bill is blocked on this trip.
The piece argues Rhode Island must abandon the antiquated majority election system like Connecticut did two years ago. It urges Democrats to act decisively and adopt plurality voting to prevent ongoing political chaos and bring the state up to date.
The Atchison company announced further reductions from Denver and the West to Chicago. The piece notes broad profit for the railroad following West to East policy, and urges reasonable transportation rates to the World’s Fair for the public without igniting a railroad war.
The World’s Fair administration weighs holding Sunday services with Dwight L. Moody leading. Gates likely to stay open for worship. A broader plan proposes inviting clergy from other creeds to participate alongside religious conventions during the fair.
Commission Lochren expedites reforms as frauds tied to a Virginia pension agency lead to further discoveries in the Northwest, revealing a wider pattern of abuse in government benefits.
The text praises Judge Lochren and General Slo cum for challenging pension abuses in a Republican era. It argues pensions are “money combed with fraud,” and calls on the Grand Army of the Republic to support reform and public sentiment backing Lochren’s efforts.
An earlier smuggling bill abolishing the public grounds department has been repealed and sent to the Governor for signature. The press, led by the Post, credits its agitation for first exposing the sly legislative move. The writer questions who will resist future discriminatory actions.
In Boston the House debated gas regulation and charter control. Joy and Galloupe bills urging consolidation or revocation were rejected without a vote tally. Lyford pressed for charter revocation over a $4.5 million note while praising integrity of Mayor Matthews.
The highest Presbyterian body condemns Dr Briggs as a heretic and deposes him from teaching church doctrines. He faces exile or sect formation, yet is handed to scholars who share his views on authorship of the Pentateuch Isaiah and Old Testament prophecies. The decision limits the church’s vigor by barring intellectual challenge.
Republican members of the Executive Council revolt against Davidhall Rice’s arrogant leadership. Democrats praise the move as a needed check on power. The action aims to protect the state's regard and ensure decent conduct in government.
The piece recalls Dr Holmes and Helen Keller sharing a tender moment at the Y M C A anniversary. It also notes wit by Rev Dr Donald and mentions spectators at Clyde Park including A W Spencer and J M E Morrill. The writer hopes for a new grand stand at the park and reports the Downers return from Europe.
The House passed a color barbers act mandating service to colored and white customers. It rejected the advisory health inspectors bill and declined to concur with Senate amendments to the MocTammany voting machine measure. Amendments to the rapid transit bill were proposed, including road width and track limits for Boylston Street, and a potential transfer of operation to Boston if no bids are received. Boston could issue 9 million dollars in 4 percent bonds for the roadway, with property taken at fair value. A joint committee may revise taxation laws during recess. The warden’s salary was set at 4000 dollars, and double taxation as to foreign corporations was sent to the next General Court.
In Berlin this morning Miss Marian Phelps daughter of Hon. William Walter Phelps married Dr Franz von Rottenburg at the Phelps residence. Twenty four guests attended including Minister Runyon and Mrs Runyon and Chancellor von Caprivi. Gifts featured plate and jewelry. Dr von Rottenburg serves as under secretary of state for the German empire and is linked to Prince Bismarck and von Caprivi.
Colonel Rockwood Hoar son of Senator George F. Hoar married Christine Rice daughter of William B. Rice at All Saints Church Worcester. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. A Vinton before 1500 guests. A reception followed and the couple plan a two week wedding tour then a European summer.
Superintendent Doogue is expected to stay as city forester. The Legislature debates repealing a rushed park act provision. Senator Fitzgerald seeks to exempt Boston from the metropolitan park act, with a companion bill advancing to engrossment.
A 2000 foot movable sidewalk on the lakefront pier seats 40 000 and carries 240 000 passengers per hour. Riders traverse three endless platforms at speeds up to six miles per hour, entering from a stationary platform and ending on a cross seat deck. The electric line is praised as a remarkable transit demonstration from Henry Haven Windsor.
Mary Eastman Ricker and Dr. M. Ordway Daly married at the bride’s parents’ Dorchester home by Rev. George M. Bodge last evening at 8. The wedding featured maid of honor Alice E. Ricker, ushers Charlies F. Bennett and George Wildes Smith, and a flower pathway as guests enjoyed a fully decorated parlors and lantern illuminated grounds. The couple left for a three week tour to New York Albany Niagara Falls and Chicago.
Miss Sarah Russell May and Dr Ed Mund Channing Stowell married at noon yesterday at the Dorchester home of Mr and Mrs Frederick W G May. The Rev Christopher R Eliot officiated with close family friends as witnesses. Marie Frizee May served as maid of honor and a list of ushers attended. A 12:30 to 2 reception followed and the couple plan a European honeymoon.
Philadelphia’s Hollis French of Boston Andrew Lawrie of Andover and Henry Forbes Bigelowe of Boston attend as guests. Miss Bullock of Bristol R I and Miss Fabyan sister of the groom serve as bridesmaids. Dr Gordon conducts the ceremony. The bride wears a pearl white satin gown with lace and diamonds. A reception follows at the mother’s home and the couple plan a European honeymoon.
Miss Mabel F. Brett and George R. Collerd wed at William E. Lincoln residence on Gardner road Brookline last evening at 8 o clock Rev Reven Thomas D D of Harvard Church Brookline officiated Best man John Collerd maid of honor Helen A Lincoln sister of the bride Bride given away by George L Brett reception followed extended wedding trip for the couple to Rutherford New Jersey.
At St Pauls Episcopal Church yesterday afternoon the wedding of Maud Fuller Smith and George Loring Briggs was performed by Rev Mr Roberts. Best man Harry L Briggs and maid of honor Louisa Wilson were supported by bridesmaids Harriet Carpenter and Elsie Prentis with ushers Albert Briggs Harry Hughes Osgood Smith and Wardwell. A reception followed at C L Wilsons Walnut Terraces.
Arthur H Bowditch and Miss Alice D W Foster daughter of the late C O Foster were married at the Foster residence on Beacon street Brookline yesterday at 630 pm Rev L K Storrs officiated A large gathering of relatives and friends attended Miss Ethel Hill served as maid of honor with bridesmaids Miss Mary Hovey and Miss Marion Child The best man was C H A Foster Ushers included Allen Bigelow and Dwight Blaney A reception followed the ceremony.
Miss Minnie Munroe and Henry 8 Cardy wed at the Munroe home 223 Walnut Chelsea in a ceremony by Rev Dr Wakins of Walnut Street Church. A large reception followed at 331 Washington Ave with many presents. They plan to reside at 331 Washington Ave after Sept 1.
The marriage planned at the Copley Square Hotel was postponed from last evening to June 27 due to the bride’s illness. Miss Florence Brown is the daughter of Mr. George D. Brown of Bea con street. Dr. G R McKay resides on New bury street.
Frank E. Foss and Adelaide Forsyth daughter of Mr and Mrs William Forsyth of 442 Sumner street were married this morning. Rev J F Allen of the South Street Church officiated.
The column notes The Golden Wedding at the Park and updates on Boston favorite Marie Tempest touring Milwaukee The Fencing Master New York and Buffalo plans The 1492 by Louis Massen and Fred Miller appearance at Park Theatre humor by Miss Yeamans Progress in America at the Auditorium Chicago Rose dale at Grand Opera House next week Pauline Hall rest before Tremont June John W Luce Park Theatre summer hat Bowdoin Square Theatre closing Bowdoin.
At yesterday’s meeting of the New York & New England directors Charles A. Prince resigned from the board and Mars den J. Perry of Providence was elected as his successor. Moorfield Storey was chosen as general counsel, while Mr. McLeod retained his position despite expectations of his resignation.
At 6 pm a man believed to be Timothy Leary leaned against Jacob Wirth’s wagon team in front of 34 Eliot Street. The team pulled forward and he was run over, throwing him beneath the wheels. He was rescued unconscious and taken to City Hospital with internal injuries.
A collage of quotes and quips from era columnists and humor pieces. Snippets touch on society, wealth, manners, servants, and a queen of May figure, with playful banter about fashion and life. The fragment ends mid mention of a girl known as the Queen of the May.
A defiant message from Dorchester illuminates the hope that wrongs may be corrected, signaling resilience and neighborly resolve in the face of deceit and shady bases.
The wedding united Miss Jane de Peyster Hovey of Brookline and Mr Edwin Sibley Webster of Boston at the First Baptist Church yesterday. Ushers and bridesmaids were named, with Miss Mabel Hovey as maid of honor and Lawrence J. Webster as best man. The bride wore ivory satin with lace and carried lilies of the valley. A reception followed at the bride’s Brookline home.
Miss Edith Westcott daughter of Mrs Stephen L Westcott and Mr George Wright Fabyan were married at noon yesterday at the Old South Church. The interior was decorated with flowers and plants. Ushers included Theodore Spencer Cambridge Roy Beattie Fall River Charles Taintor Keene N H and others.
Bry ant Bowman Bryant wed May Louise Ray at Somerville residence in a ceremony led by Rev T J B House. Crathern Tarbell union performed at Mason Congregational Church with clergy from New York City Charlestown Mass. Forrester Faunce wedding in Boston Highlands officiated by Rev John R Cushing. Sawin Beattie wedding in Lancaster St Pauls Episcopal Church conducted by Rev Joseph Eames. No cards.
Obituary entries record names and ages including Laura Gilmore Camp, Charles H Miller aged 74, Lewis Holt Nutter aged 18 6 18, Henry D Rice aged 55, Eva Smith aged 22 8 11, Jerome W Tyler and Charles P Varney aged 30. Funeral details note Roxbury residence and Bartlett street address for I Friday services.
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