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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1895
Page
4
The notice states Second Class Matter status and that mail is sent at the sender's risk. It instructs that all checks drafts and orders be payable to the Post Publishing Company. It lists the Boston office address at 359 Washington Street and provides the telephone number 428.
The Post asserts its sales in Boston area rival Herald and Glebe combined, with about ten thousand copies difference. It claims morning sales lead and notes many newsdealers in New England make full canvassing difficult, focusing on Boston and vicinity and relying on circulation editors for precise figures.
The Country Week charity operates under the Young Men's Christian Union offering vacations to needy children. It serves both public and personal value, preserving child health and giving wellness experiences in the country. Beneficiary children gain exposure to country life that they would not otherwise know.
The Baltic canal opening parade highlighted a warlike element amid a peace project. The canal is framed as a commercial humanitarian work, intended to aid global navigation and reduce threats to sea lanes, yet the ceremony carried a somber note about war lingering in its shadow.
Commentary notes that a display of warships in Kiel to inaugurate a peaceful project contrasts with the German Emperor's militarism. It recalls that the Suez Canal opening had no such demonstration and deems the Kiel display inappropriate and to be deprecated.
The article notes a shift toward two dominant systems, New York New Haven Hartford and Boston Maine, as the NYNH&H gains control of the New York & New England and the Boston & Maine pursues a sweeping expansion with Concord Montreal and other lines. It describes the impending monopoly of Maine and northern New England, with potential further absorption of Fitchburg and Central Vermont, while Boston Albany clings to 389 miles and awaits future opportunities.
Mayor Curtis promotes a policy of non interference in department administration while keeping heads strictly answerable to him. He will allow freedom in hiring deputies but warns against too many deputists. The water department shows early patronage concerns and questions whether a political machine could arise.
The Nantasket branch railroad completes a successful trial of its electrical motive power, suggesting a potential historic shift in transport. If results hold, electricity could spark a new start and future for railroading, with cost comparisons remaining to be proven.
The piece argues electricity will replace steam on railways, promising lower running costs and fares with greater business. It cites the Nantasket Beach line from Old Colony House station as a test case and notes only actual operation will confirm the financial advantages or disadvantages of electric traction.
A finance committee proposal asks for a 60000 dollar police boat while noting recent department purchases. The Vigilant cost 17000 for health, the Cormorant 235000 for street, and the Protector may be kept if needed. Mayor Curtis promotes economy and urges price reduction to save 26000 to 30000 for taxpayers.
The Rosebery government loses a Commons vote by seven on a minor issue, signaling declining power since Gladstone’s era. It has failed to advance Liberal reforms, weakness of purpose evident, and faces an imminent end though may linger a few weeks.
The Observant Citizen notes comedienne Marie Burroughs in a Boston Hotel Huntington standoff awaiting divorce papers from Louis J. Massen, cooking meals in her suite with maid Joyce as chef. It cites Steve Brodie’s Bowery raid reprise, praises Municipal Court constable Peter Hanley, and profiles figures like tennis player Tom Pettitt, Senator Lodge, and Engine 9 Captain Smith, while discussing local fire pilots ready for Deer Island or Long Island emergencies.
The piece notes scant fire protection on the islands and private detectives for Boston hotels as summer conventions loom. It mentions Parker's Young's, Colonel Winslow’s baseball hopes, Lodge’s political doubt, Captain Lyre resigning after forty years, and Nahant patrols, with other city officials and a reflective Normandy scene ending with Mrs. J. H. Walworth.
A wandering artist describes his coast walk along Normandy with a bag on his back seeking nature. He lodges at Mother Lecachens in a poultry-yard inn where an English lodger, Miss Margaret, unsettles him with silent, devout, nature worship and rumors of wealth. He paints a sky and river study, receives praise for his talent, and witnesses Margaret’s enigmatic creed that nature is God.
A collage of brief notes echoes across subjects from The London Standard likening Home Rule to Humpty Dumpty to local disputes in Idaho and New York. It mentions a Parkhurst vote mystery, a Philadelphia speed dial idea for streetcars, wage disputes in Auburndale, a Gotham court case over domestic chores, and mixed views on parks and botany.
The article argues appearances deceive in fabrics noting that dress comfort depends on wearer perception. It explains dotted Swiss and grass cloth feel cooler though not actually so, and that dotted Swiss now comes in multiple colors beyond plain white. It highlights pink blue and ecru varieties.
Various ground colors with pink blue or yellow dots are shown in a new grass cloth style. Dotted Swiss patterns meet grass cloth appeal, with Crossbarred dotted Swiss in terra cotta tones popular for shirt waists. A fashionable shirt waist pairing uses dotted Swiss with white linen collars and cuffs. The illustrated costume features crossbarred Swiss with silk flounce and vest-like bodice. The latest fashion trend.
Inspector Shields yesterday returned from Syracuse with Frederick H. Wilcox alias Eugene Darrell in custody on a warrant for the larceny of money and jewelry valued at 640 dollars from Thomas H. Roberts superintendent of the Industrial Home on Harrison Avenue on July 30, 1893.
Busy holiday atmosphere at Crescent Beach and Nantasket with large crowds, yachts, and visitors from Boston, Roxbury, Charlestown, and beyond. Notable events include W.R.C. excursion plans, dignitaries attending, a Stebbins estate purchase, Mexican Veteran Association reunion at Hotel Nantasket, and Hull Yacht Club updates including new cap ornaments and the Mystery cruise arrangement. The Hull Bay race resail and vessel notes add to a lively South Shore summer picture.
On the North Shore Crescent Beach drew many visitors despite low tide reducing sand space. Boston North Shore transit ran double trains and rapid car service as crowds surged. police presence was minimal along the route. Riders noted bands banned by selectmen and cyclists from Roxbury and Dorchester enjoyed rides from Winthrop. Road dust affected ladies’ attire while horse-drawn carriages and elegant turnouts drew praise for quality compared with last season.
The Gaelic League held its regular monthly meeting at Chevaler Hall in Essex street. Officials discussed propagation of Gaelic and criticized Boston Post Office staff for failing to handle Gaelic addressed mail, noting many Irish relatives can only write Gaelic and thus could not receive communications, while other languages are decoded. The session proceeded with Irish language matters and ongoing concerns.
A large crowd gathered at Baldwin Place as the Hebrew school dedication was celebrated with a parade through nearby streets. Rabbi Shocker urged unity among attendees, followed by a banquet in the synagogue basement attended by prominent Hebrew residents led by Abel Morse. Letters predicting a successful era for the school were read.
Unveiling of the Prince Hall Memorial at Copps Hill burying ground today at noon, directed by the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge. Local lodges lead the procession with visiting grand masters from multiple states and provinces joining Boston’s ceremonies. Carriages carry Prince Hall Grand Lodge members and visiting delegations through a structured parade.
Rev. Loren B. Macdonald of the New Old South Church led the vesper service on The Seat of the Scornful from Psalm 1.1. He argued against flippant treatment of great subjects, urging reverent, serious action and faith as life’s remains tender amid struggle. He warned that one who sits on the seat of the scornful risks scorn and embitterment.
A middle man offers unsolicited praise of a girl and a boy with a banjo, claiming endurance and speed. The mother objects to his judgment but the son and daughter press on with a relay to keep the piano going while the man escapes for a month at the seashore.
He comments on seeking a kiss for ten minutes while she retorts that his sight is near sighted in a light domestic moment from Life magazine style dialogue.
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