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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1895
Page
4
Senate Confirms O Neil as Assistant Treasurer in Boston
The United States Senate confirmed Joseph H. O Neil as assistant treasurer at Boston. The action is described as a handsome compliment and a recognition of his fitness for the post. It reflects the esteem he enjoys among his congressional colleagues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Senate
Joseph H. O'Neil
Boston
O'Neil
Congress
Early iron works at Braintree spark U S industry
The Quincy Historical Society notes the first iron works in the country began 250 years ago at Braintree. Massachusetts led in material, moral and intellectual development, and the American Revolution followed Britain’s tax push. The era ended as Republican tariff laws crippled the iron trade, leaving a memorial of a once thriving industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quincy Historical Society
Braintree
Massachusetts
Great Britain
Republican Party
Path to a silverless campaign hinges on monetary talks
The author argues eliminating silver from American politics before the next November election would benefit the country. A successful international monetary conference could achieve this, though past Brussels talks show risks. Europe’s sentiment shifts toward bimetallism offer a chance for a favorable, productive conference. If currency reform succeeds, the presidential and congressional campaigns would proceed without silver becoming a campaign issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Europe
Congress
City finances urged to resist higher taxes in Boston
Mayor Curtis faces opposition as newly formed city finances commission is urged to study beyond surface tax hikes. The piece argues commissioners should prove heavier taxation is not sound statesmanship or good business administration and push for deeper municipal finance reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curtis
Boston
Work for the Women Urges National Divorce Reform
The National Council of Women in Washington calls for a seat at divorce law reform. It notes a National Divorce Reform League composed entirely of men whose aim is to improve public sentiment and legislation affecting marriage and divorce. The council argues for balanced participation in shaping family law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Council of Women At
Washington
National Divorce Reform League
Reform of Divorce Laws Requires Women’s Help
The passage argues that men alone cannot reform divorce laws and that women have an equal stake. It claims the movement for reform is practical and should gain official recognition. It emphasizes revising state divorce laws and urges women to join the effort.
Peabody and ONeil clash over Boston sub treasurer choice
In Boston a feud between General Charles Peabody and supporters of Congressman Michael ONeil flares as ONeil is nominated for sub treasurer by President Cleveland and sent to the Senate. Peabody denounces the choice as bad for business and predicts a bitter intra party fight over future mayoral ambitions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O’neil
Peabody
General Peabody
Boston
Federal
Cleveland
Dollar Gas All Around Sparks Legislature Debate
A dispute over the Legislature’s power to fix Brookline Gas Company prices delays a law authorizing extending mains across Fort Point channel. The piece argues for statewide gas pricing fairness, urging conditions that pipe gas to South Boston and Brighton, testing State authority to attach public-interest terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brookline Gas Company
Boston
Fort Point Channel
Brookline Company
South
Dollar Gas
Brighton
Apology for Post’s eight page edition due to emergency
The Post offers apologies for an eight page issue created by an overworked plant. An unforeseen emergency delayed production but the paper still fills regular orders and a large extra demand. Circulation today will exceed 80 000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Post
the Post
Observant Citizen and Town Talk Highlight Week
Townsfolk discuss Harry Spaulding’s alleged escape while Ward Bridges and council members face questions at Thursday night meeting. Zeke de Lussan notes Patti lookalike sighting during noon car ride, and A E Pillsbury not ill but with his ailing mother in Milford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Spaulding
Spaulding
Bridges
Charlestown
Woods
Ward 13
Zeke de Lussan
Patti
Gainsborough
Cantabrigia Club meets in Cambridge on memorial rug action
The Cantabrigia Club gathered at Epworth M E Church in Cambridge with Mrs Merrill presiding. Miss Mary A Green gave a lecture on probating wills while local students performed. The civics and music sections organized and a memorial rug for Miss Almira L Hayward's YWCA room was approved at forty dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merrill
Cantabrigia Club
Arpworth M. BE
Church
Cambridge
LL. B
Boston
M. P. C. Billings
F. E. Chapman
Almira L. Hayward
Nine Candidates for West Point Face Board at Fort Adams
Nine of eleven applicants appeared before the examining board at Fort Adams Newport Rhode Island today. Spelling English grammar and writing were tested this day with history and geography scheduled for tomorrow. Medical examination set for Monday and results expected in about two weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newport
R. I
West Point
Fort Adams
Peabody’s temper soured after mayoral defeat says O Neill
The Boston Post editor sent Peabody’s interview to Congressman O Neill in Washington. He replied on March 1 C D March 1 Washington DC Sir Mr Peabody has lost his temper His defeat for Mayor has evidently soured his disposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Post
Peabody
Mr. Peabody
The
Post
O’neil
Washington, D. C
Boston Post
Joseph H. O’neil
Peabody Attacks O Neil for Sub-Treasurer Seat and City Ticket Split
Boston interview records Mr Peabody at 391 Commonwealth Avenue disputing Congressman O Neil's fitness for the sub treasurer post and accusing President Cleveland of a grievous mistake. He says O Neil never proved business training and that party loyalty and earlier support were lacking. He details prior protests and his decision to run for mayor only under party pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O'Neil
Galvin
Curtis
Globe
Washington
Senate
Maguire
General Peabody
Hamlin
Peabody
Peabodyan
O’neil
Massachusetts
Cleveland
Cleveland, and General Peabody
Mr. Cleveland
Boston
Congress
Ransom
Mexico
Donovan
Democratic City Committee
Democratic Party
Moran
Coakley
Traveler
Journal and
Record
Lomasney
Fitzgerald
Hayes
McNary
Matthews
Quincy
Democratic Party of
City Hall
Commonwealth Avenue
O'Neilly
State Street
O’neill
James E. Hayes
Charlestown
Mr. Hayes
Joe O'Neil
William S. M’nary
William S. McNary
Thomas Strange
Thomas F. Strange
O'Neill
John F. Cronan
John Quinn
Sub-Treasury
Martin M. Lomasney
Mr. O'Neil
Mr. Lomasney
Boston Democrats split unlikely after Peabody attack
A long interview with General Peabody prompts reaction from Boston figures including ex Representative James E. Hayes and city leaders. Hayes defends O Neil and urges political, not personal, fights. Other officials pace cautious replies, predicting unity for the fall.
New German Cruisers Approved by Reichstag Vote
Berlin March 1 The Reichstag approved the appropriation for eight new cruisers by a vote of 145 to 57.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Reichstag
Clerk Willard Anecdotes and Oddities from Maine to Mind Read
A fragment from a 19th century column recalls humorous oddities told at public offices. Tales include a quip about a humerus and a cave of petrified substances, a Maine rock with a decayed frog, a political guess about Belvay Lockwood, and a clerical hat etiquette anecdote involving Mr. McCleary and a mind reader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jose Mee
Dr. J
Maine
P. Henry Hutchinson
Connelly
United States
Mr. Connelly
Hutchinson
Belvay Lockwood
Fitch
Counse
Samuel McCleary
McCleary
Addicks gas dispute heats up as crisis looms
Dissenting bondholders plan to seek a legislative committee to probe Addicks gas firms and past legislation. Ex Alderman Hall reports crowds seeking details on the B State company while a receiver move edges closer, with New York injunctions likely to shift action to state courts. George A. Smith misses conference due to illness but expected to attend March 8 proceedings. An expert audit is sought to expose irregularities in bonds and securities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Addicks Gas Securities
Hall
B State Company
Post
Matthews
Presid
T Nation
New York
Addicks
George A. Smith
Smith
No Change in Watertown Vote Totals in Special Senate Election
The Watertown Selectmen counted the votes from Tuesday in the Second Middlesex district senate race. No ballots were rejected and the final tally remained 686 for Fsign and 443 for Niles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watertown
Middlesex
Niles
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