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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1893
Page
4
The Cunard line boasts it has never lost a passenger. A near miss occurred as one vessel attempted to overtake another, but the confident Cunarder kept the tradition with safe handling while the other ship suffered a collapse.
The article criticizes the display of lethal items used in the Borden case, noting the hatchet used in the murder is not needed as the case continues to amass items. It laments the prosecution's chain of evidence as unraveling and fragmenting at every point.
A clergyman publicly condemns Christopher Columbus as lacking moral character. Columbus likely views the criticism as an old story, while the world is focused on promoting the Columbus Fair as a major event.
The text notes France and Belgium advancing democracy, Germany facing the same choice yesterday, and suggests democracy is spreading across Europe while Germany deliberates its fate. It frames a broader trend of democratic momentum and national self-determination.
The United States Circuit Court of Appeals in Minnesota nullified a state rule allowing aliens to vote after one year’s residence if they declare intent to become citizens. The piece urges Supreme Court affirmation, condemning alien voting as absurd and intolerable and stressing duties alongside rights of citizenship.
The Panama swindle case ends with Count de Lesseps free on statute of limitations, prompting sympathy for the aged founder while naming Cottu Wiffel Fontaine and others as the true architects of fraud. The French Cassation decision follows the law but erodes the global example of justice.
Citizens weigh the proposed Music Hall location from Winter street to Commonwealth avenue and West Chester park versus Copley Square. Proponents praise a monumental, lasting building with high costs, while officials assess long term desirability and access.
The author argues for a grand new Music Hall in Boston to fill a large civic role and to complete the architectural cluster at Copley Square, asserting the venue would benefit the city most if placed there.
The government introduced inconsequential evidence and failed to prove opportunity weapon or motive for Lizzie Borden’s alleged murder of her parents. Cross examination undermined circumstantial claims and the narrative remains no stronger than ten months ago, leaving doubt about guilt insurmountable.
The Columbia College freshman crew hull spilled during a practice pull at New London yesterday. Some could not swim and nearly drowned until the Yale steam launch rescued them. The near tragedy prompts calls to reimpose a rule requiring swimming ability for varsity rowers.
The new administration promises a pension reform that yields a surplus instead of a deficit by rooting out frauds and forgeries in the pension system. Commissioner Lochren aims to purge the lists while preserving funds for honest, legitimate pensioners who remain favored creditors of the American people.
The mayor appeals for cooperation with municipal departments to keep Boston clean as health officials warn of a potential cholera influx from France and Hamburg. He says local cleanliness is vital to prevent the plague, urging citizens to focus on their own areas to strengthen protection.
The Transcript endorses a silver service as a Mass gift for the battleship named Massachusetts and urges adding a travel and biography library for sailors. It argues the colors alone do not suffice, and with the silver service and library the ship would be well equipped for its duties.
Editorial contends that rearranging police assignments may upset routines but is often beneficial. Changes in supervision can prevent abuses and correct existing problems, serving both the force and local communities.
Francis M. Thayer aged 68 of Montpelier, Vermont, died by his own action this morning. He had Bright's disease and was despondent. He leaves a third wife and one son.
The Georgia Historical Society elects Bostonian Rev. William Copely Winslow as honorary member. Bay State Gas counsel Dillaway shares gas and finance insights. Providence line gate tender Pat O Toole keeps a sunny watch, selling the Post. Ella May yacht owner recalls migrants saluting from Pavonia. Lancers from New Orleans entertain the group. Captain Brown weighs about 300 pounds. Dr. George Gavin of South Boston buys a Welsh pony and dog cart for daily Broadway rides.
A collage of quips and headlines from various papers. It mixes lines about life taxes and sprinklers with jokes about thirst scolding editors and a dying subscriber. The tone is vintage newspaper humor and social commentary.
Roxbury merchant Augustus Bacon Jr moves his business, long run by W. A. Bacon for fifty years, into bigger premises. Friends present a Howard clock in the new store as a token of esteem from Henry S. Lawrence, John F. Newton, J. S. Waterman & Sons, and others including D. Swain Co., Isaac Young, Cobb Aldrich & Co., J. T. Smith Co., and more like S. Hadley, Lawrence Clothing Co., and Emond L B. Fairbairn.
Mayor Matthews issues a letter urging citizens to keep alleys and private ways clean and to report nuisances to the Board of Health to aid in preventing cholera.
A New York workshop crafted slips, caps, and tiny garments for a White House hamper. Ornaments of white violets accompanied the baby clothes, reflecting careful handmade detail from early 20th century artisans.
Boston Post reports Washington whispers that Mrs. Cleveland will have a baby in July with an English nurse and Dr. R. Tabor Johnson attending. The timing may delay Congress and raise questions whether the event will occur at the White House or the future summer home. Historical note recalls children born in the White House to Major Donelson and President Polk’s secretary Knox Walker, and to Ulysses S. Grant's family.
Reports from New York indicate the Cleveland family will have more than three additions by fortnight’s end. Two telegrams were sent to major New York dry goods stores ordering infant long clothes for delivery to the White House. secrecy surrounds the preparations as observers note understated taste and rich materials.
An ornate description of a White House hamper for a new arrival outlines violet and silk themed garments. Items include flannel bands, silk shirts, pinafores, newborn caps, bootees, and a white silk muslin long dress. Caps feature lace trimming and violet motifs with gold chain buttons.
Kate Field reflects on Edwin Booth at a small church service praising his humility and honesty. A laurel wreath from a loving daughter signals public admiration and inner victory as Booth’s memory is honored and his soul is imagined to march on.
Miss Ellen L Simpson, a Smith College student, chased and nabbed William Speerfort in Greenfield Union Station after he stole a pocketbook containing 340 and a Chicago ticket. Speerfort is taken to the police station as Simpson recovers the property, drawing public admiration.
The city ticket office at 42 Washington Street advertises reduced rates for travel to the World's Fair on Boston and Albany lines.
Readers are asked to send brief memoranda of forthcoming social events. Friday June 16 features Class day at Tufts College with a reception hosted by Mrs. William Albert Hall in Auburndale.
At 5 pm in Waterford's Shaw farmhouse parlors, Miss Rose Perkins wed Professor Edward Everett Hale Jr. The ceremony was led by Rev. Edward Everett Hale with assists from Rev. George Alexander. About fifty guests attended before the couple departed for Concord and Europe, then to reside in Iowa City.
June 15 1920 New York report details a Bergen Baptist Church event in Jersey City where young women bring edible baskets for auction to male bidders. The aim is social funds and sharing items with the donor, but turnout was low. girls dislike the auction method and lose control of their baskets to buyers.
Miss Ella Ten Eyck Macy, noted for her brown eyes and dramatic recitation of Evangeline, graduates from the School of Oratory at the New England Conservatory of Music. A Hudson New York native, she led a High School reform movement against nepotism and has earned praise for her stage presence and promise in her field.
Pauline Hall returns to Boston for Amorita rehearsals at Tremont Theatre set to open June 26 with a strong company including Clara Lavine Eva Davenport John E Brand Jacques Kruger and Alf Whalen. Boccaccio continues at Bowdoin Square Theatre as Keith builds a new 3000 seat playhouse in Mason Street with modern luxuries.
Baby McKee toured the World’s Fair with former President Harrison and other elder relatives. He praised the fair and left his autograph to prevent any future misunderstanding about his attendance.
The narrator notes a boy prefers the peristyle less than geese and pelicans. His face is brown from garden work. The governess laments his bucolic tastes, saying he cares more for onions and lettuce than learning that would widen his mind.
Miss Isaee Smith of Hackensack, a nurse in Captain Phelps's home, wed Ichyigo Masanober the Japanese valet two weeks ago, with Rev Johns of Hackensack officiating. The couple vanished after their secret became known as Captain Phelps was abroad.
Miss Misseee de Lavalle, stepdaughter of Dr George B Shattuck and Arthur J Richmond, to Frank E Richmond of Providence now residing here, wed at Church of the Advent at noon yesterday. A breakfast followed at Dr Shattuck’s residence. The wedding was described as a very swell affair.
Miss Helen May Cushing daughter of Mr and Mrs Roswell M Cushing wed Mr Walter Stephen Barker yesterday at Second Church Copley Square The Rev Van Ness officiated The bride wore white Muscovite silk with train and corsage The couple will spend the summer at Nantasket
The Springfield Union commentary notes the Post's claims about Mr. Robinson and remarks the ex Governor’s presidential size is not news. It also suggests the brilliant lawyer defending Lizzie Borden may not focus on presidential thoughts.
Ladies gain guidance from an illustrated catalogue showcasing the latest styles in Colored Low Shoes and Party Slippers. The Boston assortment is described as the best, with prices listed and free catalogues sent on request.
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