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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1894
Page
4
A call accuses the last legislature of bowing to corporate interests and failing to ban watered stock by corporations with special franchises. Demands stricter enforcement of capitalization laws, new anti watering measures, and measures to ensure communities reap full returns from special privileges via taxation or other means.
General Martin aims to eradicate vice in Boston with a sustained policy change. He plans to shift police duties from supervising vice to suppressing it and will hold subordinates accountable. Public support from good citizens is expected for this reform.
The Massachusetts Senate holds a Bell Telephone bill argued to favor shareholders by about 20 million dollars at the public’s expense. Democrats vow strict accountability and say no Democrat can support the bill in its current form. The party insists platforms must be enacted, not ignored.
Mr Edwin D Mead chaired a Boston meeting that endorsed a plan to place honest middlemen between Italian laborers and contractors and provide safe banking for Italians. The Post says these steps could emancipate Italian immigrants from near-slavery conditions.
The Massachusetts Democracy urges the governor to veto the Bell Telephone bill a rare political moment that could shape his career. The piece warns he must act or risk wasting a lifetime opportunity and playing into opponents’ hands.
Ex Attorney General Pillsbury appears unaware of plans by Governor Greenhalge and the Boston Journal to nominate him as the Republican candidate for Mayor of Boston. The move was meant as a pleasant surprise and a chance to get even with a rival who aided another hustler.
The discussion notes that Hart is not alone in drawing votes in Boston at the State convention last year. Pillsbury could highlight similar strength by securing votes for governor as well.
A call to Democrats to organize a caucus to unite their votes against Bell Telephone stock watering. The message urges solidarity, adherence to the party platform, and collective action to defend the people's interests by defeating the Bell Telephone schemers.
The New York World succeeds in ousting Richard Croker from New York City after battling his powerful political machine. The paper says its relentless, fearless reporting forced the change, noting the city spends about 40 million dollars annually and praising the press for the triumph in the people’s interest.
A bustling June scene at the corner of School Street shows a spry elderly man exiting a coupe and entering Old Corner bookstore while crowds gossip declares him Dr. Holmes the autocrat. Timothy J. Donovan arrives in Chicago with council members to study bridges for Charlestown.
Seth Low urges constitutional reform for city governance to empower mayors and curb legislative interference. Oliver and Mrs Iselin plan a Baltic Sea tour aboard a liner and yacht, with return to Cowes for August regattas. Reverend Parkhurst vacationing abroad for Alps restoration. Frau Cosima Wagner publicly eccentric, hosting five poems for her son’s dogs on Sieg fried’s birthday. Bjornstjerne Bjornsen and publisher Jacob Hegel to visit Berlin as Norwegian literary circle plans welcome.
Washington June 11 The Senate swiftly processed the cotton schedule as Dolph Oregon criticizes delay and Aldrich calls it the most scientific plan. Changes cover yarns thread cloth collars and cuffs wool imports while liquor duties are set and debate on the tariff continues with Quay promising to resume his speech tomorrow.
The Tremont Theatre opens its third week of comic opera with The Pirates of Penzance. Camille D Arville and new company members make notable debuts, delivering lively performances led by Meldon and Tucker, with strong supporting turns from Dunn Williams and Hale.
Patrons filled the new theatre all day as the hot weather failed to curb a lively vaudeville week. Highlights included the De Forests Whirlwind Dancers, Mlle Rialta's illuminated undulating drapery act, Blair and Murilla’s comedy sketch, and the Millionario Stramps with Smith and Cook. The bill also features Rixford brothers, Topack and Stett, Harris and Walters, Dashaway and Moulton, and many others in a varied program praised for humor, novelty, and strong performances.
Washington June 11 officials say those who sought asylum on the Bennington will not be delivered to temporary Salvadoran rulers. Commander Thomas is ordered to place them aboard a merchant vessel bound for Mexican ports. No ships will be sent to Samoa for at least the next month.
Senator Quay denied in the Senate any connection to an effort to gain possession of Washington street railways. The statement came as reporters pressed for clarity on the alleged deal.
A summer friendly tip suggests sending relatives a complete set of the Post’s World’s Fair Art Portfolios. The note promotes using the page 2 coupon to obtain the full set and enhance a welcoming visit.
Italian residents of Hartford protest Boston contractors bringing laborers to install trolley equipment for the Hartford Street Railway Company. Citizens, many Italian, attended a mass meeting at Village and Windsor Street Park to oppose local unemployment.
The Palace Theatre presented living pictures in conjunction with the Ada Lynwood burlesque and specialty company. The program opened with Mickey Dough the Irish Nihilist, starred William Milton James B. Donavon Harry Deagon Lizzie Faulkner and others, featured a large chorus, then olio acts, Irish specialty by the Donavans, a muscular drill by Major Gleason’s Female Warriors, and a Dragons sketch. Tenue numbers included Sadie Hilton Mollie Wilbur Duets Manuel Romain soprano solo, and living pictures from Expectancy to Birth of the Rose produced by Professor Austin formerly of the Savoy London with fifteen works of art displayed.
Manager Lothrop presents The Man of Deatiny for the week at the Grand Museum translated from an unknown source. Patrons may view the display highlighting the curious title and its thematic mystery.
The Howard Atheneum showcases LeClair and Leslie in Cleopatra Up to Date, William DeBoe in daring midair feats, and the Fitzgibbon family with refined acts. George H. Wood remains for another week, plus Killini living pictures and Kiralry ballets. Over ten hours daily, with popular prices.
Gumbo at the Austin and Stone Museum swings on a trapeze and somersaults showing his growth from 150 to 170 pounds since arriving in Boston. Frederick Walters the blue man attracts physicians and a Dartmouth professor visits for a private exhibition. Spectators enjoy Polly the talking seal and Princess Lucy with stage acts cooled by a new theater appliance.
Last week at the Museum Willie Collier performs in A Back Number with strong acting and support as its final show nears. Tennessee's Pardner by Scott Marble premieres in Boston on June 18 with Cora Van Tassell lead in a special matinee. A grateful audience attended a Helen Dakehart concert at Gould Hall. Kilanyi living pictures enter a second week at Park Theatre with updates to the vaudeville minstrels. Mt Pleasant Club marks its fifth annual dramatic entertainment at the Columbia Theatre featuring A Celebrated Case with a large cast of performers.
A visitor is invited to collect the famous world's fair views in a full set of seventeen numbers. A complete set coupon is available on Page 2 for readers seeking the series.
The twenty fifth commencement of Robinson Female Seminary was held in the Town Hall with yellow and white decorations. Twelve graduates listed include Addie L. Collins Ruth F. Gould Ethel G. Langley Mary L. Leavitt Emily S. Spring Beulah R. Towle Mary A. Tuck Elizabeth B. V. Tyler Lillian B. Wetherell of Exeter Fannie B. Folsom of Brewer Maine Henrietta Gremmels of Hampton and Mary A. Hilliard of Kensington Miss Wetherell is the first graduate daughter of a graduate.
The Huntington avenue grounds greet the return parade as Boston's circus opens its 1894 campaign. Highlights include Miss Rose Meers bareback act, the Eugenes aerials, and the Bark Ben Achmet tumblers. Trained animals and horsemanship impress the crowd in a spirited finale.
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