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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1893
Page
4
The text suggests the Great and General Court will close before next Sunday but has a heavy remaining workload. It advises extending the session by a fortnight to finish up cleanly.
The article recalls Wanamaker urging Christians to work against the World’s Fair, noting his prior role as Postmaster General when he yacht ed on a Sunday. It adds that prayers were said on the yacht, defending his motives.
An order from the commander in chief directs GAR members to report to the pension commissioner any case of fraud in pensions. Issued five months ago, no reports are known to have been made. Judge Lochren continues handling the matter without GAR assistance as ordered.
Two Republican organs press the Senate to block the gas bill and the rapid transit measure as soon as the bills reach its hands. Boston demands action on rapid transit and curbing the water pumped from the gas trust. The Senate faces a test of its corporation legislation record.
Reporters from across the country are allotted 25 seats while 150 seats go to casual spectators. The writer argues for a larger press presence, noting the public information role and urging Sheriff Wright and the court to reverse the ratio. Doubling press seats would still be needed for adequate coverage.
An editorial argues frequency of unexplained murders requires prompt detection and specialized state detectives. It urges appointing top talent like New York's Superintendent Byrnes to lead a small force, noting State police are underpaid and fail to attract first class detectives, undermining public confidence.
The statement asserts that punishment alone is insufficient and emphasizes the responsibility of the State to make provision to prevent crime. It argues for proactive measures and policy interventions to reduce wrongdoing and protect society.
The Post urges J Edward Addicks to retire from control of Boston gas trusts and to appoint a trusted leader. It suggests potential successors such as Eben D. Jordan John Shepard Dr Thomas L Jenks Colonel Albert A Pope Fred L Ames or Charles P Greenough to restore public confidence. The piece notes broad acceptance of retirement and previews exclusive coverage of a forthcoming trial with two artists providing reportage.
Joseph Pulitzer donates 100000 dollars to Columbia College building fund enabling expansion. two years earlier he funded Pulitzer scholarships of 250 dollars yearly for twelve boys, with winners prepared at Teachers College for entrance to any American college, totaling seventy scholars benefiting.
The report notes a probable move toward control of the New York & New England Rail Road by a party tied to Vanderbilt. It suggests New York New Haven Hartford may be behind the maneuver and asks how Boston would fare if the New England line is absorbed. The piece urges public reflection on the potential consolidation of major rail interests.
The State Board of Trade and the Boston Associated Board of Trade press lawmakers to pass three bills regulating stock and bond issues by quasi public firms. They also seek a bill to regulate leasing and sale of railroads and street railways with railroad commission approval and legislative appeal rights, arguing these measures serve public interests over corporations.
Lizzie Borden stands accused as the community remains intensely interested nine months after the shocking crime. The trial opening at New Bedford today promises unprecedented public scrutiny and wide, universal attention from observers worldwide.
The Post pledges graphic, impartial trial coverage with two court seats. Amy Robsart will write the intro and sketches, as featured in the Post and attracting nationwide attention.
The observer recalls ex Governor Robinson in Tremont Street with thought on the Borden case and notes Governor Russell’s warm reception at Boston Music Hall. The piece mentions Mrs Gardner and Sturgis party, John Francis Gilder’s negro melodies, and a humorous deacon anecdote about newspaper notices. It closes praising Richard Watson Gilder and Jeanette Gilder’s roles.
A collection of wry aphorisms and quick quips from various papers. Items reference Chicago visits, divorces, wood cutting, hotels, legal cases, finance, life’s games, and a funeral pun about tobacco chewing. Notable snippets mention Mrs Gotham, Mr Lakeside, and a philosophic beggar with a penny label.
A jumble of biographical notes lists a Tokyo tea pot collection owner, Lucy H. Fake a Chicago paperwoman, Miss Selina Harris posed for Esther from Ben Hur, Madeline Leslie author Harriet Woods Baker, a Louisiana wife seeking divorce over domestic duties, a 70-year-old Wellington woman charged with drunkenness, Miss Mary Conant earning 400 from asparagus, Edith Kenniston and Carrie Hous ton touring England with a New England syndicate, Miss Florrie Bryan who married the Maharajah of Patiala embracing Sikh rites.
Miss Herbert daughter of the Secretary of the Navy will christen the battleship Massachusetts. The vessel will be launched at an unspecified date and location in the ongoing ship program.
On Saturday at Philadelphia the Cramps shipyard hosted Mr. Charles Cramp who asked Secretary Herbert to join Miss Herbert in christening the Massachusetts. She accepted but later could not undertake the Yorktown launching.
Mrs. Sarah S. widow of Willard Allen and mother of Georgia Allen Peck longtime city writer died Friday at her Worcester home. She was described as strong with sweet character and notable intellect. A wide circle of friends mourn her. funeral will be held today at her late Worcester residence.
The Boston Post sues Boston & Albany Railroad to recover 9 cents plus interest for fare using an interchangeable mileage ticket. The paper seeks clarity on public rights and the ticket's scope while expressing sympathy for the Post.
The Cunard steamer Bothnia arrived at quarantine at 6 45 Saturday evening and anchored for the night. Yesterday morning health officers inspected her and after fumigation she proceeded to her dock.
Bowdoin Square Theatre starts a series of comic opera with George A. Baker leading a famed company in The Beggar Student and The Black Hussar. Promenade concerts precede performances, with Macomber sisters dancing and a large advance sale expected. The Park Theatre features The Golden Wedding with Jennie Yeamans and Dan Daly in a likely long run.
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