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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1893
Page
4
The Herald echoes the Post in praise of Mr. Robinson's argument after the verdict. The paper commends its own sharp development of hindsight and extends profound consideration to its rival.
Ireland supporters urged to attend an illustrated lecture at Boston Theatre Sunday evening in aid of the Home Rule fund. The Ancient Order of Hibernians promotes the event with a call to pack the house and send a large purse to workers in the cause.
The Post credits Mr. Adams and Mr. Jennings for their distinguished work in the Borden case. It notes the case was ably managed by both sides and credits the trial as a credit to all concerned, recognizing the value of the litigation beyond its chiefs.
The New York and New England line follows Boston and Albany by cutting passenger rates to Chicago. The Post urged action earlier, noting a missed two months of business. With rates moving toward bedrock levels, railroads may see increased travel and profit for all parties.
The Borden case effects reach beyond New Bedford as Attorney General Pillsbury loses Republican governor nomination ground. Critics say illness and delayed trial shifted duties to District Attorney Knowlton, weakening Pillsbury’s position while the state bore the burden.
The text notes the family quarrels within the Republican Party and records the perceived shrinkage of Attorney-General Pillsbury in Republican estimation, highlighting internal divisions and shifting support.
The annual streetcar smoking question returns with debate over rights to three rear seats. Supporters cite ample non smoking space. opponents push for non smokers’ comfort. Mr Whitney’s calm stance critiques calls for expulsion as excessive.
The Massachusetts Supreme Court ruling upholds a parent’s right to educate a child by chosen influences. It states the state education law aims to produce intelligent citizens, not enforce a single method, and rejecting parental education rights would betray individual freedoms.
The Post congratulates Harrison Gray Otis on his prospective marriage to Louise McNamara of Charlestown. The article extols Miss McNamara’s education refinement and beauty and notes her dowry of fine qualities. It argues such alliances lift purposeless youths toward wiser paths.
The Journal argues the Sherman silver law was conceived and enacted by Republicans over Democratic unity, signed by a Republican president, and faces repeal only by a Democratic Congress. It asserts Democrats demanded repeal at Chicago and will achieve it.
The Observant Citizen notesAlexander P Graham will take a party to New London to watch Harvard Yale on his sloop yacht cruising down the Sound to New London with Newport return. President Dave Barry acts as mayor in his absence and Lizzie Borden case opinions surface. Captain Camrell doubts her guilt and Lt Foster is famed aboard Enterprise. Pianist John Francis Gilder set to depart Boston for New York. The Globe anxious to scoop the Borden verdict with extensive press setup.
Boston and Albany announces reduced fares to the World’s Fair with travel from the city. City ticket office at 232 Washington Street handles purchases and inquiries.
The New York stock scene reacts as Baring Magoun & Co. import $500,000 in gold aboard the Columbia, the first such import this year. The move spurs brokers to expect rising prices and a possible later half million shipment, with easier money and a brewing bull market across the financial scene.
Ex Governor Robinson faced criticism for his Borden case remarks while commentators acknowledge his cross examination skill. Opinion notes that eloquence did not match his jury-focused strategy and that restraint may have suited the twelve jurors better.
A lively Tremont performance continues the Golden Wedding event with the Equine Paradox and the cast of Amorita drawing a big crowd.
George A. Baker's opera company offered Planquette's The Chimes of Normandy at Bowdoin Square Theatre to sellout crowds. Gaspard by William Wolff drew praise despite faults, with Miss Dickeson and Miss Irene Murphy also drawing acclaim. The company next performs Black Hussar Fra Diavolo Bohemian Girl as the season closes.
A collage of humorous quips from Puck Vogue and Mt. Vernon News touches on mortality anatomy education social plans and family fashion. The exchanges showcase wit about post mortems college choices lawsuits and shared clothing.
Ex-Governor George D. Robinson’s closing plea to the jury is described as lengthy and vivid. The Worcester Telegram notes his words were spoken to the jurors, not the general readers, invoking Lizzie Borden from death’s shadow toward freedom.
Readers are invited to send brief notices of upcoming social events. On Thursday June 22 there is a band concert at the Eastern Yacht Club Marblehead Neck and Class Day Eve receptions are listed.
The New England Woman's Press Association held its June outing at Rest Haven Arlington Heights home of Mrs Marion A McBride. Fifty members and guests enjoyed al fresco lunch on strawberries and other dainties as Master Gyles Merrill presided. Attending were Mrs Co M A Lovejoy Mrs E G Lovering Mrs Lavina Goodwin and many more including Alice Stone Blackwell Grace Le Baron Upham and Josephine St Pierre Ruffin.
Eugene Frank Jones and Bertha Louise Cobb were married yesterday at the bride's parents home in Cambridgeport Hotel Putnam. Rev George Skene conducted the ceremony before about 100 guests followed by a reception. The couple will reside at Hotel Jackson after a wedding tour to the Berkshire Hills.
Forest M. Adams and Miss Maria C. Wallace were married at Washington Street Baptist Church with Rev. B A Greene presiding. Bridesmaids Florence Tarbox and Ethel Tiler. best man Leland H. Shaw. ushers George R. Shear James G. Nurse Frank F. May Barney Parsons George Attwill and William Young attended. A reception followed at 84 Franklin Street and the couple planned a Lake George honeymoon before settling at 36 Arlington Street.
Bedford town and Gloucester mourn a missing ship named Enterprise after two weeks gone to sea. Lads including Martin and Waddell believed lost, with fog gyres and Jabberwocks cited. News from Monomoy confirms the vessel anchored in Chatham Roads as cheers rise for the Enterprise’s safe return.
Nathan Stone Robinson and Agnes Paddleford were married yesterday at 1 p m in First Parish Church Roxbury with Channing Robinson as best man and Sue Paddleford as bridesmaid. Rev James De Normandie officiated. A reception followed at the bride's home and the couple departed on an extended wedding tour.
A Republican reader from Boston praises Governor Robinson and the editorial on common sense from the June 21 issue. He commends Robinson’s ability and notes admiration for the Post’s fairness in the discussion.
Miss Ella A Hallett and George W Loring Jr wed at the Hal lett residence on Lincoln street Allston. Rev George D Latimer officiated. Bride wore canary crepe de chine with white lace and satin ribbon. A reception followed and the couple left for a tour then plan to reside in Allston.
A reader voices gratitude for the Legal Ad vice Coupon receiving free advice from Brother Clifford and reports benefiting by three to five dollars worth of guidance in a dated note.
Jennie Alma Hall daughter of Mr and Mrs John B Hall married William R West at 81 Eutaw Street East Boston with Rev Richmond Fisk officiating Miss Hattie Knowles was bridesmaid Henry Brackett best man ushers Melville O Kenney J F Cline After a wedding dinner and reception the couple will reside in Keene New Hampshire following a trip to Chicago
R and J Gilchrist announce the closing of their immense stock of dress goods with sales regardless of cost. The ad urges customers to act now to buy at less than actual cost and mentions this opportunity on the last page of the morning issue. Six grand express trains to Chicago and the Worlds Fair via the Boston and Albany offer reduced rates. for details write to A S Hanson G P A.
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