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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1893
Page
2
Washington reports a mood of convalescence after the March 4 inauguration as confidence returns nationwide. Girover Cleveland notes the country feels safe and government gears settle into a new running pace. The day featured unmatched weather and a grand pageant honoring the new executive.
Terrifying underground rumblings rocked Sandgate Kent late last night triggering fires wrecked homes and gas and water mains breaking authorities and troops aided residents as the cliffside town suffered massive subsidence estimated at a square mile two hundred houses were destroyed and refugees settled outside the town The cause was a landslip from waves undermining a low coastal cliff with the town deserted by morning no lives were reported lost.
Special to the Post notes a crowd of about 12,000 attending Cleveland’s inaugural ball in Washington on March 5, 1893. The lavish spectacle boasted vast gowns, miles of bunting, extensive electric lighting, and hundreds of thousands of oysters and croquettes, describing it as a fairy tale-like social highlight with dramatic decor and supply scale.
A lavish inaugural ball at the Pension Building marks Mrs Cleveland’s return to social prominence with a royal like display. The hall dazzles with electric lights, bunting, flags, and a fountain, while Mrs Cleveland’s blue white satin gown and diamond jewelry draw admiring crowds. Washington officials, diplomats, and Boston guests mingle as President and Mrs Cleveland, and later Stevenson, receive in rooms above the grand hall.
President and Mrs. Cleveland spent a calm first day in the Executive Mansion marked by closed public entrance and crowds gathering outside. Only formal caller was Judge Gresham, who would become premier tomorrow, visiting at midday and returning to Arlington after luncheon before a late afternoon drive.
The article argues for limited public spending and strict economy as safeguards of republican institutions. It condemns paternalism and government subsidies, urges civil service reform to curb patronage, and warns against monopolistic business aggregations while affirming equal protection for all citizens and responsible treatment of Native peoples. It also recounts a personal testimonial about Hood's Sarsaparilla curing a boy's illness.
In Austerlitz Michigan Mr and Mrs George W Warner, admired locals, testify that Dr Green's Nervura blood and nerve remedy cured Mr Warner's heart and nervous ailments and improved his sleep appetite and energy. Mrs Warner reports relief from dizzy spells headaches chills and weakness after five bottles. Both weigh the remedy as essential and recommend consultation with Dr Green at 34 Temple Place Boston, MA.
The piece notes a public figure who expresses brief, sincere views on policy, endorsing the administration for national good. He is described as consistently engaged on public questions, including the silver issue, and possibly offering a stronger tariff, though the author is skeptical. The column closes with a call for all good citizens to support the administration.
Evangelist E W Gortore of St John New Brunswick leads the noon meeting at Bromfield Street Church in Boston today. Rev H Lizzie Haley, a prominent woman evangelist, speaks Tuesday. Mrs Walter C Bailey will sing all week.
New Haven March 5 Captain Ives of the Yale crew relinquishes his post to the college's famous graduates who usually direct the oarsmanship in spring. Captain Stevenson 88 coached the candidates Saturday and a general shifting of boat members was made. Other former captains are expected this week.
The New York papers describe Governor Russell of Massachusetts riding a spirited horse, saluting the President with cordial smiles. Crowds along the route cheered despite cold and hunger as Russell appeared popular and graceful, turning to acknowledge spectators including Mrs. Cleveland.
In the suburbs away from crowds the inaugural procession passed quietly. A bantam rooster given to Ruth Cleveland amused the child. Cabinet ministers spent the day calmly. Hoke Smith hosted a reception to thank friends, Colonel Lamont enjoyed informal visits and a private dinner, while Judge Gresham and Mr. Bissell had visitors and evening drives.
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