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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1893
Page
4
The Post recounts its long struggle for dollar gas in Boston, pursuing a people centered mission despite opposition from powerful interests. It claims partial city gains and asserts the motto signifies persistent advocacy without censorship.
Treasury Agent Ayr argues for repealing the McKinLEY tin tax while noting tin mine development is not imminent. The piece questions claims of a boom in American tin plate, suggesting production may not have risen and that consumers pay more as tinware manufacturers face higher material costs.
The New York Tribune argues against claims of a $200,000,000 Treasury surplus under President Cleveland and President Harrison. It says the true surplus was $100,000,000, miscounted by some as $204,000,000 by including the gold reserve, a move the paper labels a humbug by opponents of Republican policy.
The writer argues that issuing United States bonds and silver certificates cannot relieve gold demand as long as the underlying cause persists, since redeeming silver certificates in gold drains gold reserves and forces more debt. It questions Republicans’ finances versus Democrats and suggests selling bonds for gold deliverable in London could curtail shipping and debt.
The author argues the silver policy is a temporary relief that harms US finance. Paper dollars issued for silver cannot be used to redeem bonds pay creditors or fund pensions and appropriations. Congressmen reject silver pay while supporting free coinage, risking credit loss and price decline. If confidence wanes, foreign investors may return, but who bears the losses as silver dollars fail to match farm and plantation exports.
The mayor argues that dollar gas for eight Boston wards is a first step, urging the Gas Commission to extend the rate to the entire city. He warns against unequal pricing between city proper and outlying areas, calling for immediate, uniform relief and a timely hearing next Tuesday.
The failure of Senator Sherman to obtain an executive session reveals a demoralized Republican base and a Senate that fails to act. The article contends the Republican majority willingly subsists at critical moments, risking oblivion as the party’s power wanes and the chamber frays in partisan conduct.
The public response to the Cuttyhunk heroes appeal shows broad support from wealthy and modest subscribers alike. The Massachusetts Humane Society gathers funds with State encouragement, highlighting citizen bravery and shared humanity in a popular, noble cause.
The court sustains the anti trust ruling with possible appeal likely. District Attorney ALLEN had indicated he awaited the ruling, and the Circuit Court decision now allows procedural steps under the law with confidence it will stand.
The article notes the sustained statute and urges prompt action on trusts. It highlights Allen and Olney planning work after Saturday and observes a surge in New England newspaper ventures. It commends the New Bedford Evening Journal for its Saturday extra with full disaster details at Cuttyhunk.
A rambling column discusses why Fast Day was continued, mentions the Governor Council, and critiques finances with a Boston Weekly Review cartoon about the U S Treasury. It also notes statements about Lucy Douglass, Special Officer Vinal, and Jordan Marsh advertising chief James A. McDonald.
A nostalgic poem recalls a sun lit romance with a brown girl from the past. The speaker notes that years pass without heartache, then meets her again with a daughter in tow and wonders if love might return with time.
Hearings on the Cape Cod Canal and smoke nuisance mark today’s agenda at the State House as national events unfold. In Washington the Stevenson reception signals the new administration’s arrival while governors and clubs prepare inauguration activities. New Orleans hosts a three day Olympic Club sports tournament, and Tesla’s electrical exhibition headlines St Louis. Boston eyes gas works sale for 2.5 million dollars as western railroads go to court, Louisville hosts Anti- Whiskey Trust meetings, and St David’s Day celebrations abound. West Point exams open to New England youth at Fort Warren as Rear Admiral Gherardi assumes command of northern and southern fleets for the World’s Fair naval review. Joseph Jefferson lectures at Music Hall for the Kindergarten Association audience urging support for drama.
Provincetown land title dispute returns to the legislative committee with Edwin M. White and Thomas Smyth opposing State title for current occupants. They allege capitalists secured beach occupancy valued at 300000 dollars, now sought by the State to confirm. Chairman Adams supports Provincetown occupants while Thebuah Rich of Salem recounts State claims and notes Provincetown people enhanced the land beyond its kettle origins.
The Boston Post ridicules Republican ex-Governors at the Middlesex Club dinner arguing that their plan would abolish a governor’s office and put executive power in a politicians’ committee. It notes people favor stronger chief magistrates despite reform talk, acknowledging overstatement on both sides.
Poem fragment presented as a lullaby urging a dream-maker to sell a dream for a tired girl. The speaker asks for rest and describes a child weary of light and play, whose tears threaten to creep as night falls.
The Haverhill Gazette notes Thomas N. Hart Boston postmaster is a Republican gubernatorial candidate. Sunday interviews in Boston papers confirm the nomination news.
The Portland Advertiser reports Governor Russell plans an April 6 Fast Day in Massachusetts, a move described as snubbing the baseball vote. The ground is expected to be too poor for a game if held then.
Testimony in Boston cites Chief Webber as not negligent though admitting unprotected spaces and missing shutters. Witnesses from hose firms defend city supply quality while questioning past criticisms and noting prior leadership strengths. Hearing adjourned to 2 pm with witnesses from Bos ton Belting and Cornelius Callahan & Co. slated to testify.
On Friday a large number of petitioners who had requested a hearing but were not present were ordered to be notified to appear.
Theodore Moss sued Eugene Tompkins for 22500 damages in Supreme Court over breach of contract to stage the play Soudon at the Star Theatre for six weeks starting March 28, 1890. The jury valued damages at six cents after testimony on projected Boston success being ruled inadmissible.
The Evening Telegram cites Samuel Untermeyer stating a mammoth brewery trust is forming in New York and Detroit. The plan reportedly includes 30 breweries, primarily in Michigan and Ohio, with property valued at about 20 million dollars.
Captain Nathan Appleton delivered an instructive lecture on Columbus at the ladies night event of the E. W. Kinsley Post 13 G. A. B. in Irvington Street Armory. Commander J. C. Soley and his staff conducted a military review for the post.
Commencing March 1 the Field's Corner night car will depart Park street at 11:35 p m 1:00 2:15 and 3:35 a m Returning it will leave Summer and Washington streets at 12:15 1:35 2:55 and 4:15 a m.
A humorous exchange about importing foreign actors with no duties references a recent decision that Egyptian mummies can be imported duty free. The dialogue contrasts opinions on who should be allowed into the country and why.
A dialogue between two hunters reveals one remarks missing a rabbit by ten feet while the other confesses fatigue with slaughtering animals. The exchange hints at weariness with perpetual hunting and a yearning for variety beyond the hunt.
Crowds gathered on Washington street yesterday for Charles E. Osgood & Co furniture store saling. The store closed doors for thirty minutes to speed service as more salesmen were hired to handle the multitudes. If demand remains high, doors will close again to accommodate those inside.
The Congregational council in New Beptorp met to investigate charges by Clark P. Howland against Rev. Rufus P. Gardner of Marion Congregational Church. Proceedings named multiple pastors and delegates, cited alleged falsehoods and plagiarism in Gardner's Pilgrim's Progress lectures, and heard lengthy testimony from Howland and W. C. Parker. The session extended through the day and likely will continue tomorrow.
The coroner ruled Miss Maggie Manezzoni died from a criminal operation. Sarah B. Chase and L. F. Diemer performed the act, with Florence F. Donovan charged as an accessory before the fact. Donovan, an ex State arbitration commissioner, held on $10,000 bail. Chase and Diemer detained without bail.
The British steamer Ruahino, which left London February 2 bound for Hobart Tasmania, arrived at St. Helena with its cargo in flames. Hatches were battened and the ship flooded to subdue the fire.
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