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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1892
Page
4
The Boston Post announces its role as the Democratic daily paper of New England published by POST PUBLISHING CO. at 259 Washington Street. Subscription and payment instructions note ad money sent at sender’s risk and checks or money orders payable to the Post Publishing Company. Office locations listed include Corcoran Building and 150 Nassau Street.
The piece argues Harrison represents tariff reform and honest money under McKinleyism while Cleveland is assuredly the Democratic nominee. It claims the Minneapolis convention confirms this choice and criticizes the Republican knife attack at the convention, urging the Democratic masses toward Cleveland.
The article analyzes New York Republicans’ factional splits led by Platt and Rem as they push WarriLaw Rez Ip to second on Harrison’s ticket. It argues the Rip Act would not win New York votes against Cleveland’s tariff reform stance and predicts the 1892 election outcome hinges on resolving New York divisions.
The article laments James G. Blaine leaving politics, praising boldness yet criticizing lack of courage. It notes missed opportunities four years earlier for the Republican nomination and suggests his influence and day in politics have ended.
The remarks praise Blaine as favorable for the country and the Republicans but condemn the tendencies he represents. The speaker expresses relief at excluding him from future political coalitions and notes the broader political implications.
A critical view of President Harrison’s nomination argues it was forced by party machine and office-holders rather than a united voters’ choice. It labels the Minneapolis result as a clash of spoilsmen and civil service foes, notes Blaine’s preferred outcome, and questions the platform, especially on tariffs and silver, as weak and defensive. It suggests Senator Hunt may withdraw to protect the party.
The Post again urges Senator Hitt to withdraw from the race to avoid potential annoyance. It notes his Democratic alignment mirrors Blaine era Republican factions seen in Minneapolis. The country witnessed yesterday afternoon what befell Blaine and the GOP and Hitt should consider sparing the party.
The legislature should grant Boston complete power to manufacture and distribute gas, not merely lay pipes or sell it as water. Half measures fail to relieve taxpayers from inflated rates, and timely, full authority is needed to end monopoly control.
The New York Advertiser marks Colonel Joan A CockEeRtLy's first birthday with an exceedingly attractive issue. The Post praises Colonel CockertLy's newspaper making skill and wishes him unlimited prosperity.
The Post published Blaine interview details and an affidavit from the reporter. Globe and Evening Record accounts corroborate that S W Wall sought denial and Blaine was seen. Brunswick night clerk and bellman confirm access. The Record also supports the Postman’s conversation with Blaine.
James G Blaine interview published in the Post is claimed genuine with a minor suit color error. Blaine denies calling the writer an lying whelp but confirms the interview and its national transmission via the Associated Press. Justice of the Peace Bral swears to the affidavit in Boston June 10, 1892.
A vivid scene from Minneapolis ends with Blaine ahead and Harrison in shadows. The crowd, the hat imagery, and the press rush hint at a contested outcome and lingering political din as summer plans loom for Bar Harbor.
A clipped item notes a fund titled Carney's and a dime subscription drive drawing popular attention. The report hints at community fundraising activity and local interest in supporting the cause.
The community backs Carney Hospital and its inclusive care as Dime Subscriptions advance for its fund. South Boston leads with canvassing, while a Grand Concert at the Boston Theatre, led by Dr. C J Fergerson, seeks to raise funds. A boy tenor John Gilmore volunteered his services, aiding the effort despite distraction from the Republican convention.
The letter praises substantial support for the Carney Hospital fund. William P. McQuam of Boston sends a hundred dollar subscription in a June 10 note. A. Shuman & Co. contribute two dollars for John O'Donnell of Holyoke, with additional yesterday subscriptions acknowledged in the fund list.
John O'Donnell through A Shuman & Co acknowledges subscriptions totaling 863.00. Other listed subscribers include Albert G. Frothingham. The record notes $57.70 and $1 and $2 subscriptions already acknowledged.
Denis Higgins shows $1,230 in subscriptions with a $50 25 total and a $10 sub line. The fragment lists $5 subscriptions acknowledged and a total of 8200 in unreadable digits.
A Boston Pilot notice lists Archbishop Williams Bishop Brady and other clergy and names patrons and donors. It outlines the Post Carney Hospital Fund plan with subscription levels totaling 25,000 dollars and a 10 cent small subscription line, detailing various tiers and totals.
Albert G Frothingham of Boston sends a one dollar contribution dated June 10 toward Carney Hospital fund aiming to reach ten thousand dollars. He addresses the Post editor requesting support for the fundraising effort.
The Arena Garden opens Tuesday night June 14 with burlesque Pocahontas directed by George F. Marion and a strong company including Lillian aes Kate Mayhew Lillie Alliston Josie La Fontaine Joe Chase and more A special Puritania matinee at Tremont on Bunker Hill Day June 17 and Henry E Dixey revival at Globe next Monday. Edward Harrigan returns to Boston at Columbia Theatre Reilly and the 400.
Holmesfield hosts a field and track meet as Worcester High and Hopkinson compete for titles. Ben Hurd Jr, Charley Brewer, and Mahoney top events with new records in the 16 pound shot and pole vault while Ben Hurd and Gross star in sprints and distances.
The Minneapolis convention is described as taking frequent recesses. Observers suggest if a recess is reserved to hide the nominee after November 8, it would be ill advised and unwise.
From the Holyoke Democrat report a Boston Post drive to aid Carney Hospital has raised a third of a ten thousand dollar goal. Supporters urge the campaign to continue and let the good work go on.
A New Haven Register notice states a magnet and a set of plumes were found and the finder will be rewarded if sent to James Gratuitous Blaine of Bar Harbor Maine. The ad requests return to the named address.
Newsrooms assembled at the Brunswick as Boston papers chased Blaine notes. Blaine stayed in his room, telegrams flooding in while officers and attendees visited. The Post conveyed Harrison’s nomination and Blaine’s polite silence before the Blaine couple departed for Bar Harbor, with bulletins and hotel chatter outlining travel and expected arrivals.
A description of a hat featuring a wide green moire ribbon dotted with gold spots, a large gold pin securing it to a fancy straw base, plus a small bow and dark green velvet strings trailing from the back.
Sunday religious services announced include the B Y M Christian Union vesper at Union Hall 48 Boylston Street with Rev William H Lyon of Boston preaching The Puritans in New England and a Damon Family musical program led by George Mendall Taylor Doors open 7 15 pm service 7 45 pm Mrs H S Lake speaks entranced on Conscience and Compromise at First Shmitual Temple Newbury Street School at 11 am Kines Chapel Morning service 10 30 am Rev Oliver Jay Fairfield of Harvard to preach Rev WM Downs to speak at Park Square Hall 7 30 pm Blanche Morrison Whitney to sing Seats free
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