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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1893
Page
8
Governor Russell has received the resignation of Hon. Henry Cabot Lodge from Congress representing the seventh district. The governor has not yet decided when to order the special election to fill the vacancy.
The Boston Post touts exclusive coverage including a lifelike portrait of Josiah Quincy, a sketch of his career, the Brockton City hall cost dispute, aldermen meeting impact, Mayor’s supporters in the dollar gas fight, Insider stock tips, and Mary Dow’s fate story, claiming broad world news presented succinctly for hundreds of thousands of readers.
Broad praise from Governor Russell and many lawmakers follows Josiah Quincy's appointment as assistant secretary of state. Quincy's replacement potential and the impact on Massachusetts party politics are debated, with quotes highlighting his qualifications and the party's mixed regional balance.
In the House yesterday Richard Sullivan of Boston offered a reciprocity resolution on the Governor's Canada reciprocity message, backed by similar arguments used previously. Gloucester's Smith urged true reciprocity but the committee report remained unanimous against it. Beverly's Galloupe and Lynn's Bessom questioned the value of such resolutions, noting the Dominion government has no power to negotiate. The Democratic support for the resolutions appeared limited. Elihu B. Hayes and others urged road improvement and town aid, while agriculture reported a bill to protect mutilated horses with cloth or netting in June to September and penalties from ten to one hundred dollars. Amendments to expand Old Colony Railroad Company terminal facilities in Boston were rejected, and the bill was engrossed. The joint judiciary committee opposed increasing Superior Court associate justices. Discussion also covered a single-fire department commissioner plan, appointing a three-year term starting July 1, 1893, with $7500 salary.
Carrier Cove arrives from Honolulu with Feb 16 advices. Admiral Skerritt uses Mohican as temporary flagship aboard Alliance. Queen Liliuokalani palace entry denied without signed pass. Annexation sentiment strengthens in US and Oahu leaders. Holmesman editor John Sheldon arrested for contempt over critical article.
A Boston food article extols scrupulous brewing methods at Continental Brewery and compares Eastern and Western practices. It notes high local employment, scientific processes, and advances in cleanliness, equipment, and year round production. The piece highlights King’s Bohemian Beer as a healthy, palatable example and urges readers to try it.
In a terse exchange a landlady accuses Mr Oldboarder of a hole in the parnot. Oldboarder retorts that the blame lies with a pillow that fell from the bed last night. The judge presides over the odd domestic dispute.
A drive to pass a bill limiting weekly hours for minors and women to fifty four continues. Mr. Ross and a large New Bedford Lowell delegation urged the labor committee to support the Will. Speakers included William Raferty Michael Logan Thomas Campbell Mellen Ash Gambie Mrs Martha Maud Avery and Charles G Dean.
A free private lecture for men at Tremont Temple in Boston features Dr. Greene of 84 Temple Place. Scheduled for March 8 at 8 o'clock, the talk uses dissolving views to illustrate private topics all men should understand. Admission is free to all sections of the house.
A fragment shows a cartoon exchange with St Peter noting Columbus has spotted a set of Wanaujaker stamps in a corner. The line hints at contemporary stamp collecting referenced by a religious figure.
Advertises over 2600 proprietary medicines in stock and claims very low prices. Warns against fraud schemes and states intent to break up any scheme to defraud the public in these goods.
A short ad style snippet lists sample items such as Maltine and C. L. Oil in 1.00 size and Trommer's Malt and C. L. Oil in 1.00 size, Clapp's Malt and C. L. Oil 1.00 size, Fe 1.00 size, 67. It emphasizes retailing at less than wholesale prices.
A Boston advertised remedy touts the greatest hair preparation of the age, claimed to prevent hair loss in every case and offered in a one dollar size from a Boston headquarters.
In a brief sales pitch the department offers space constraints and confirms low prices on thousands of articles. The notice guarantees savings and fresh goods delivered straight from the makers.
The third hearing of the city fire investigation committee examined an insurance agent a hay and grain dealer an inspector of wires and two district chiefs. Testimony focused on lack of consultation between chiefs at the Hecht fire and general issues with overhead wires and water pressure during hydrant use.
A Boston publication by Columbia Publishing Company edited by Thomas C. Quinn under Daniel P. Toomey reviews Massachusetts at the Columbian Exposition and provides a historical sketch from 1620 to 1892. It pairs full state accounts with illustrated biographical portraits of prominent men, presenting a representative view of the Commonwealth in 1892. The frontispiece features Plymouth’s Pilgrim Monument. the work stands as a valued reference and memorial beside the recent Boston of To day.
A display ad touts chamber sets priced 24 to 50 dollars with promises of vast selection and flexible terms. It highlights nationwide stockholders from Maine to Texas and claims electric cars pass by the showroom, inviting patrons to visit.
Under the able management of W. A. Dakin the superintendent this department occupies the entire first floor of the Nassau Hall Building and is not excelled for completeness in its appointments in this country Also to our Drapery Department
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