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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1893
Page
4
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The Massachusetts delegation occupied prominent seats at the inauguration. Governor Russert and staff received a warm welcome reflecting support for the new Democratic administration. Highlighted by O’Neey in the Cabinet and a popular Massachusetts figure in the presidency, Massachusetts is portrayed as influential in the restored Democratic power.
Hearings on repealing the collateral bequests tax reveal perceived inequality in the law. Critics question why a $10,001 estate is taxed while a $10,000 estate is not, why cousins pay five percent while others are exempt, and why direct line inheritances are favored. Proponents argue the simplest fix is to tax all inheritances regardless of value and urge strengthening the law to prevent deception and avoid exemptions.
The New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad seeks legislative permission to rename to Boston and New York, reflecting its expanded geography with most rails radiating from Boston. The suggested alternative is New York and Boston, signaling a simple, distinctive, geographically meaningful title.
An article condemns Charlestown Prison governance noting lax discipline and escape risks. It cites Moeagi’s case as evidence of a demoralized system where convicts walk out unnoticed and weapons circulate, undermining any proposal for stronger management.
In three Messages Governor Russull criticizes fragmented authority and dispersed responsibility in prison management. He argues the issue lies not with individuals but with the system, and calls for thorough reform to reach the root of the trouble.
The piece lauds President Cleveland as a decisive statesman who speaks plainly and acts in the people's interest. It highlights a stable currency, opposition to paternalism, tariff reform, pension cleansing, civil service reform, and the fight against trusts. It forecasts popular backing nationwide to implement his principles.
A reporter chats with Mr Davies guardian of Princess Kaiulani about his amiable character and British manners. The column notes praise for The Post and relays anecdotes about the State Prison escape, local figures, and Fire Commissioner Murphy’s quizzing at hearings.
Ex Governor Ames tells the Post that if President Cleveland follows his tariff ideas the country will be safe. He says Republicans and Democrats alike feel Cleveland is a safe and strong leader and that his straightforward address earns broad confidence.
President Cleveland sets a clear policy on trusts, calling them conspiracies against the people and un-American in spirit. He proposes federal action to reach and curb them, awaiting Attorney General Olney to implement the plan with energy and zeal. The Massachusetts Cabinet member faces substantial tasks ahead.
The Boston Journal argues there is no objection to repealing the duty on black tin if production in America is not feasible. It notes the tariff remained due to Republican Senate opposition, with the duty taking effect July 1. The piece blasts McKinleyism and tariff myths spread by the New York Tribune and its own Boston Journal.
The market shows doubt and dullness with low quotations as the nation nears a new administration. Traders hesitate over the inaugural address of President Cleveland and policy shifts. Yet optimism remains that new policies will boost conditions, with crops strong and credit steadiness cited.
Excerpt from Worcester Post questions city funding for one mains fare exposition over another. Council debate highlights local policy quandaries and public finance concerns amid unclear proposals.
A collage of humorous quotes and witticisms from multiple papers including the Philadelphia Record Cleveland Plain Dealer Washington Star and Atlanta Constitution. Topics range from dogmatic logic and train delays to shop hours and trust suspicions with brief, clipped observations and stray editorials.
A Boston reader commends the Post as a bright clean and enterprising paper noting a newsway selling two cent Posts and highlighting the paper's scarcity and popularity. The letter dated March 5 praises Inaugural Post coverage and urges appreciation of the publication.
In the Record’s Saturday edition Rae Davies is identified as arriving in Boston, not Princess Kaiulani. Davies has not yet appeared in photos in the papers, but the Post’s portrait of Mr. Davies was printed in Saturday morning’s issue.
The Boston Home Journal asserts prison commissioners must use all power to secure efficient officers and that their refusal to advise the governor does not relieve them of responsibility. The piece criticizes evasion of duty and emphasizes accountability.
A Boston piece lists February incidents where electric cars caused injuries and deaths. It cites multiple collisions and near misses across Broadway Tremont Street Canal Street and Roxbury with names and addresses, detailing victim injuries and property damage in a somber catalog of transit dangers.
The Detroit Free Press lauds Henry T. Thurber as President elect Cleveland’s private secretary, praising his affairs experience, judicial mind, calm temperament, courtesy, and unsullied integrity. Thurber is depicted as the ideal secretary, capable of handling leadership with honor and poise.
A meeting at the Working Boys Home on Bennet Street discussed plans for a Sunday evening benefit at Boston Theatre on March 19. New York singers Mme Tavary and Signor Alcide De A Aptiris will perform beside a boy choir and a chant.
A Boston observer calls reports that the Consolidated road will buy the Boston and Maine a canard. He says a committee may study a traffic agreement after amalgamation with the Old Colony. There is chatter of a new name for the New York New Haven and Hartford after a legislature petition.
Readers of the Post are asked to send brief memoranda of forthcoming social events. On Monday March 6 there are receptions, entertainments, and a Ladies' Night at various clubs. The Schmidt-Herbert quartet parlor musicale is highlighted as a top event of the week. Mrs Harriet Thayer Durgin will read Colonial Women at 87 Monadnock Street for the American Club meeting.
Description of a gown worn by a Princess featuring turquoise ribbon at the shoulders and waist, large pais sleeves, a bertha with rich point applique, a round neck, and a wide skirt. The lining used crinoline raised concerns she did not want to resemble a hoop skirt, but she was persuaded the lining added no weight and she allowed it to stay.
The Boston scene features the Hawaiian princess now in the city signing as V Kainlani Cleghorn and shortened to Lant by friends. Other notes include Miss Mary E Wilkins praised for New England tales, young Niblo’s ushers paid 350 dollars weekly, and social anecdotes on manners and titles.
The Stevenson party at Washington includes several young ladies described as charming and out for the inauguration ball. Miss Stevenson is noted as fair and fragile. Miss Letitia Bessie is described as seventeen and bewitching. Miss Letitia Scott is tall with engaging manners and will be at the Mortons. Miss Julia Scott is aged with red-brown hair and heavy curls.
Tailor gowns are made from Scotch cheviots and light-weight tweeds in subdued colors and patterns and at reasonable prices. They seem woven for everyday women who object to loud designs and extravagant prices of past seasons. Merchants profit by catering to the many women who buy three or four dresses a season rather than the few who buy a single gown.
The Hawaiian Princess ordered a new satin gown in New York for wear in Washington. The dress is a light blue satin brocade with a garland pattern of tiny turquoise leaves and flowers. The waist features a silk draw.
Aeneulty argues England’s colleges face rising expense as aging female chaperones, long seen as essential escorts for female students, demand higher pay. Many students cannot cover the cost, slowing progress until a reformer proposes dispensing with chaperons entirely.
The Boston Post backed dollar gas in a battle against Addicks monopoly tactics. Mayor Matthews secured a Brookline Gas Company contract for public gas at 70 cents per thousand and private use at $1, with Boston sharing profits after 8 percent on investment. The piece praises efforts to curb the assertive Delaware firm and calls for state protection against extortion by foreign capital.
Remarketing text notes wedding rings from Wilson Bros factory offering Australian gold rings priced from 86 to 12 dollars. Special rings can be ordered within two hours. Warns readers against imitators. Located at The Big Clock, 14 and 15 Tremont Row.
The notices list marriages solemnized this city from March 1 to March 2, with officiants Rev. Charles C. Earle Rev. R. Perry Bush Rev. s. C. Bushnell Rev. Loren B. Macdonald and Rev. J. M. Lowden. Couples include Botting King, Emmons Perkins, Grindley Spicer, Lawrence Merrill, Penn Burns, Wiggin Hopkins, Walker Buckley. Locations reference Boston West Roxbury Ellsworth Me and New York City.
A collection of death notices from various towns linked to Cambridge and nearby areas. Names include Caleb Allen aged 74 at Cambridgeport Captain Samuel Brown 79 Newburyport Anna Howland Haskell Hyde Park Martha Usher Osgood Hollis Me Gordon Page Kingston Mass Mary J Proctor Billerica Mary Russell Cambridge Solomon Sanborn Roxbury Bernard Snow Idaho Annie W Thompson Gloucester Esther Wheeler Cambridge city widow of Dr Wheeler and daughter of General Lawrence.
The Bunker Hill Times argues annexation would benefit Somerville and Charlestown by providing Charlestown residents larger houses with yards at no extra cost, plus access to Somerville’s streets, sewers, police, lighting, and transit, meeting needs not available locally.
A man sits quietly in the theatre as the actors perform. He taps a maid and asks politely what play they are watching, prompting a brief moment of confusion in the audience.
Pastor Isaac W. Newell of the harmonious colored church on Revere street has retired indefinitely amid a four year church split. The church was deserted in morning services but prayer meetings were held later by two young white clergy, as harmony appeared to return despite whispered dissent. The pastor remains suspended until conference settles the dispute, with next Sunday services to proceed. Six congregants faced police court last week. judge Ely dismissed the case.
The Boston Theatre orchestra will perform the overture at 12 30 next Thursday and the first act of Married Life by Stuart Robson at 12 40. The program ends shortly after 5 to help suburban patrons catch trains. Flower boys will be press agents Metcalf Luce Noyes and Barry, offering flowers to ticket holders. Demand for seats is high and advance applications are advised.
Joseph S. Hoon of 48 Howard street arrested on a warrant for receiving stolen property including watches and charms from Charles A. Keene’s jewelry store at 1501 Washington street. Employee Charles Clement was arrested earlier and provided information. All but 14 dollars worth of the property was recovered.
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