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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1893
Page
4
The Boston Post announces subscription options with daily and weekly rates dated June 26 1893. It lists prices for various terms, notes payment in advance, and provides office addresses in Boston and New York. Editor A Grozier signs the notice.
The Post notes West End fails to meet city pavement regulations for its occupied streets. Superintendent of streets Mr. Carter oversees enforcement and is urged to ensure franchise requirements are met.
The Society of the Army of the Potomac holds a Boston meeting tomorrow with public exercises at Faneuil Hall. Authorities deem the event notable, and the election of society president is expected to draw special interest from Massachusetts residents, with General Francis A. Walker a favored candidate.
Objectors to smoking on the three rear seats of street cars attended a Saturday night "Pop" at Fair Harvard. The venue was very full even for a Pop and nicotine thickly perfumed the air at the altar of Harvard victory while balcony patrons who do not smoke in public appeared unmoved and loyal to the scene.
The proposed Music Hall corporation has subscribed $338,000, with total capital to reach $490,000. The plan, unveiled during the midsummer vacation season, is praised for solid progress despite the sizable public stake and delay in securing full funds.
The Saturday game, opening the college championship, saw Harvard win fairly and convincingly. Both teams fielded strong players with no absences or weaknesses revealed, and the Crimson appears poised for further triumphs at New Haven and New York.
Boston honors a famed American admiral as Russian warships join the naval review and the dedication of the Farragut statue. The gesture marks Russia as the sole foreign fleet to participate in ceremonies honoring U S maritime prowess.
The Methodist church renounces a boycott of the World’s Fair, calling the event national property and urging harmony. Religious exhibits will stay, and Sunday religious services in Festival Hall aim to make the day an educational religious showcase. Denby of the American Bible Society supported keeping exhibits open.
A local figure explains the Bible exhibit will stay as is for seven days a week with no in charge authority. People may enter to study the scriptures freely on Sundays, with no harm expected.
The admiral argues the Victoria disaster yields no profit in lessons, calling it an accident possible at any time. He notes a coast defense focused navy may be better than global offensives, aligns with Lord Brassey, and critiques open bulkheads as a factor in the sinking.
Republican leaders press Lieutenant-Governor Wolcott to reveal plans for the ticket while contenders Hart Greenhalge Pillsbury and Marden wage campaigns. Wolcott faces a crowded field and risks near the top, with the second slot seen as safer amid mounting perils.
The writer argues pension frauds should be exposed by publishing local pensioner lists. Citing Private Peck of the First Rhode Island Artillery and $364 in arrears for baldness, the piece claims scrutiny would reveal unjust pensions and honor those with honorable wounds.
President Cleveland says he cannot spare time for a visit to the Williams College centennial in October due to expected congressional session. He also notes his wife cannot accompany him, reinforcing rumors of a special session and the broader political timing.
The Observant Citizen notes Dr. Thomas W. Parsons as a humble genius whose forthcoming poetry volume The Shadow of the Obelisk and Other Poems is eagerly awaited. It covers Harvard performers, Boston publishing moves, Thorndike Publishing hiring Lewis Rice as dramatic correspondent, and mentions Miss Hetty Ballard’s Institute of Technology graduation and a fossil-hunting trip with William O Crosby.
Mrs. E. R. Leger, a well known evangelist, will conduct the noon service at Bromfield Street Church today. Different leaders will be announced daily throughout the week. The blind singers will perform their distinctive solos at each gathering.
The Infanta Eulalie departed New York for Havre on the French line steamer La Touraine on Saturday. A large crowd witnessed the farewell as she toured the park with her entourage, rode swanboats, and exchanged goodbyes with General James M. Varnum and other society figures.
The New Bedford Journal notes Williams may be the Democratic choice this fall. It warns Republicans undervaluing Williams would be making a grave mistake.
Social calendar note invites readers to submit forthcoming events. Opening of a tennis tournament at Neighborhood Club West Newton on Monday June 26 with sessions at 10 and 3, continuing through the week.
Miss Esther Goldberg and James M Young wed Yesterday at Minot Hall corner Washington and West Springfield. Rev Dr Fierlicht officiated with Levins Orchestra in attendance and a reception followed. The couple plan a short wedding journey. Notable guests included Mr and Mrs Newman and Mr and Mrs Harris along with several others.
Denis J. Crowley and Annie M. Kelleher were married at the Immaculate Conception Church parochial residence in Malden. Rev. Father Flatley officiated. A reception followed at the couple’s Mason street home. The bride wore white India silk with duchess lace. The couple will live on Brackenburg street after a trip to the World’s Fair.
New Haven June 25 Yale opened its 193rd commencement with President Dwight delivering the baccalaureate sermon. He urged graduates to trust in truth faith and future life, highlighting self reliance and service for the world s well being and commending them to God and Jesus.
Rev William H Lyon preached on The Joy of the Lord at All Souls Roxbury, stating joy is shared with God through deeds not mere divine favor. He contrasted human growth in joy with ignorance of God and praised action and duty as the tonic of life.
Memorandum to visit Paine's Furniture Warerooms at 48 Canal Street Boston before week ends. Secure one of the new china closets of the latest design marketed as a special leader, priced at 18 dollars, down from 35 dollars recently. Do not miss the chance.
The Baker Opera Company brings its Bowdoin Square engagement to a close with Falka starring Irene Murphy and a strong supporting cast. A dress rehearsal of Amorita by Pauline Hall Opera at Tremont Theatre signals substantial, praised preparation for the next season.
The Boston season features Miss Hall in a lavish opera with high quality costumes scenery and music. Bartholomew's Equine Paradox continues at the Boston Theatre. Music Hall prom concerts present a rich program including Wagner Barber of Seville and Saint-Saens Wotan's Farewell. The Clipper Quartet performs The Golden Wedding burlesque at Park Theatre with Don in a bath robe for warmth.
D. L. Don experiences a cool wave as the stage production The Golden Wedding is presented at the Park Theatre.
The article profiles Mr. Don a gifted scenic artist who turned to the stage after early promise in scenic design. He sketches around Boston when not performing and composes songs indoors. Though self taught in music he loves harmony and delivers a strong performance in The Golden Wedding. New music from liver Ditson & Co includes Boston Belles and Meditations.
President E B Andrews of Brown delivered the baccalaureate sermon on Matthew 25 27 arguing that charging interest is morally just and wealth properly used benefits humanity. He contended wealth is legitimate possession under God and society and that money deposited or invested aids civilization within large limits.
The Deaf Mute Mission held its annual Nashua convention and closed with a meeting at Church of the Good Shepherd. W. E. White was elected delegate to the Chicago convention in July, Edward W. Fisbee of Everett Mass named missionary, officers elected include White president Blodgett secretary and Deering treasurer. Professor W E Jones of New York addressed the gathering. Next convention set for Rochester in July 1894.
Holworthy 2 will be open for the use of the class on Commencement Day. A business meeting is set for 1 o'clock. Francis M. Weld is the Class Secretary.
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