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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1892
Page
4
The Cordage Trust has raised prices 25 percent in six months and faces limited public action. The Coal Trust offers operators a 25 cent per ton advance. Russell Sace testifies before the New York Senate investigating committee that prices will rise to the limit the public will tolerate.
The public is paying for consolidations of watered capital and increasingly questions the authority of these combinations to lay tribute on the people. If the public feels the pulse, it should notice feverish symptoms in the power of these financial trusts.
Washington P. Gregg served as clerk of the Common Council for nearly fifty years, through party shifts and non-partisan rule changes. He declined further service in 1885, remained respected for his quiet, efficient duty, and died last night, leaving many mourners and a legacy of old school courtesy.
An editorial condemns Republicans who backed the Bland bill and free coinage. It accuses Massachusetts lawmakers allied with Bland and silver advocates of abandoning sound money principles, warning the party will face voter backlash before the general election. It argues business interests demand financial stability and criticizes the coalition as treacherous to constituents.
Ex Governor Ames responds to accusations from Walker and the Boston Journal over tariff policy. He defends his petition to place coal iron ore and scrap iron on the free list while keeping pig iron duties at 24 percent to aid New England iron makers. He argues the move benefits local industry without harming workers in other states.
The critic denounces lawmakers who betray their people for party gains and labels Governor Ames as a protectionist only in name. He argues true protectionism defends New England interests and condemns those lacking courage to stand up for regional needs.
The piece argues ex Senator Blair is a strong anti Harrison candidate capable of uniting Republican ideas. It criticizes Harrison and praises Blair's qualifications on tariff and civil service stance, noting Blair’s popularity wanes only against federal office holders backing Harrison.
A Boston Common Council committee is to report on fire escapes for city schools. Delays signal indifference amid immediate danger to thousands of children. The school committee’s request requires prompt consideration and a concrete start, as the situation is intolerable and potentially deadly.
The New York Tribune rebukes the idea of resenting British actions and severing Canada trade. It argues the public desires calm resolution, contrasts with the Chilean episode, warns Harrison against warlike theatrics, and says the president must avoid blundering into war rhetoric. The piece asserts voters reject jingoism and demand competent leadership.
Professor Robert J. Roberts led seven pupils in an exhibition dumb-bell drill at the South Armory for non commissioned officers. He spoke on disadvantages of the exercise and advised light costume for militia drills.
A collage of quirky political hints and social vignettes from the era. Mentions parade candidates in Haile and Harry, Peffer penny issues, New York Ward 10 density, Marie Blaine taunt, and light social sketches about eloping couples, lodging rents, and church Lenten services.
A Paris Herald item offers a concise daily hint or observation from the city, capturing weather, fashion, or social note in a brief Parisian vignette.
The Kneisel Quartet’s sixth program in Artion Hall drew a full house and strong applause for Ottokar Novacek’s quartet in E minor, praised for its originality and handling. Beethoven Ettat Op 74 suite followed, with Mme Amalie Joachim making her Boston debut singing German songs with force and polish. a German song cycle and Liszt recital plans were announced for future engagements.
The Chelsea Gazette notes the Boston Pos, a 2-cent paper sold for 1 cent, fires humorous shots at politicians from the rival party daily rather than occasionally, reflecting its sharp partisan tone.
Portand Me March 7 Democrats win the mayorship by a wide margin and secure a 15 of 28 seat majority on the City Council in a joint ballot. Ingraham leads with 8453 votes over True 3126 and Deering 108. Democrats sweep six of seven aldermen and gain control of city offices long held by Republicans. School Board remains four Republicans and three Democrats.
A brief mock soliloquy imagines Appraiser Dodge of the Custom House as a force in Massachusetts Republican circles. It notes his clashes with Collector Beard and hints at public interest should he address Post readers.
A sworn statement reveals Sam, an appraiser at the port of Boston, boasting he will rise to collector, control his department, and favor both political allies Barrett and Cogswell. He claims loyalty to Dodge of Hamilton, asserts he reports faults to Washington, and professes readiness to back any who aid his ascent.
Professor Arthur Fairbanks of Dartmouth has been elected an instructor at Yale Divinity School. Rabbi H. Lasker of Portland accepts a Buffalo call to lead five synagogues. Colonel George T. Childs of St. Albans may be a Republican delegate from Vermont. A Maine stage anecdote recalls Chief Justice Fuller’s youthful miscue in Augusta.
Judge W C Endicott filed a waiver on behalf of Timothy and Mary Hopkins withdrawing their appeal in the Searles will dispute. The move permits the setting up of the will of Mary F. S. Searles and ends the right to contest the previous decision by Judge Harmon.
Washington P Gregg longtime clerk of the Boston Common Council dies at home at age. He served quietly and methodically for 42 years preserving records and assisting council members. He was known for his quaint appearance and faithful service to the city government.
Washington P Gregg longtime Boston Common Council clerk for 42 years died at his Milton residence after a short illness. Born January 3 1803 in Boston West End he practiced law mainly in conveyancing and wrote anonymous articles. He never married and left a sizable fortune with a rare portrait by Edgar Parker hung in the council chamber.
Charles H Nye of Barnstable is the oldest serving member and patriarch of the Massachusetts House of Representatives. A tall, straight figure with dark hair and gray touches, Nye rarely speaks but never dodges a vote. As senior member he called the house to order in January and presided until a Speaker was chosen.
The News reports voting among ninety six editors from Maryland Virginia and West Virginia. Cleveland leads with 46 total votes across the three states while 25 go to other candidates. Tariff dominates campaign concerns and most communities favor Cleveland.
New Haven March 7 Ex President Porter of Yale University was buried today with private services at the house followed by public observances at Battell Chapel. College exercises were suspended at noon with many old graduates in attendance. The funeral rites were led by President Dwight the Rev Dr Munger and the Rev Lr George P Fisher a brief eulogy by President Dwight and grave exercises by Dr Pittwell the burial in Grove Street Cemetery.
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