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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1897
Page
4
The article argues that cities should be allowed to light public buildings from their own plants and condemns electric companies in Boston for claiming otherwise. It states people own the streets, not corporations, and warns that recognizing a corporate monopoly would be absurd and self-defeating.
Secretary Carlisle hands over the United States Treasury to Secretary Gage in creditable condition. The gold reserve tops 151,000,000 and cash balance exceeds 211,009,000, a sign of improvement from four years earlier. The deficit remains, attributed to Congress not raising revenue while increasing expenditures.
The text condemns Speaker Reed for alleged coercive tactics to push a tariff bill and block appropriations. It contrasts with the McKinley era, warns against railroading passages, and stresses Congress should remain a deliberative body while seeking swift tariff resolution.
The legislature has debated woman suffrage again, with advocates likening opposition to an unjust judge. The piece argues voters do not support suffrage now, urges letting the issue rest, and recommends educating the public and women on the topic.
The article argues the city of Boston bears prima facie responsibility for damages and loss of life from the gas explosion on public streets. It notes the city must keep thoroughfares safe and protect people from such catastrophes, while questioning whom else the city may hold liable.
Sufferers with injury claims turn to the city first and do not look further, revealing frustration with local relief or response. The remark highlights the perceived inadequacy of municipal assistance for those harmed.
A discussion questions the Transit Commission's duty over plans and safety for the subway as gas leaks and a spark near Tremont and Boylston streets threaten public safety. It also recalls a sharp press critique and a grim anecdote of a dentist mishap sparked by gas and electricity during an extraction.
Engineer Carter urges full public scrutiny after a gas explosion. Fire Marshal Whitcomb notes secret inquiry but insists on a transparent investigation with all parties including contractors, Transit Commission, gas company, inspectors, and engineers fully examined. The public demands complete facts.
The Observant Citizen recalls Mr. J Edward Mullen fending off a feral tom in the State House subway and notes on bicycle spring trade. It also mentions L Edwin Dudley recovering from an accident, 1896 French wine crop, ocean liners and a fiery loss for Von Palm, plus Boston University Philomathean Society staging an operetta and Dr. H B Howard leading Massachusetts General Hospital.
Rousing poet urges Greece to resist Turkish domination and restore liberty in Christendom. He critiques corrupt statesmen, pleads for arms and gold to aid Greece, and condemnsMammon and selfish powers as moral faults hindering Christian nations from upholding equal rights.
Mrs. Phebe C. Hearst widow of Senator George Hearst and mother of William Hearst is described as a remarkable woman with notable benevolence and vast wealth. She was born as Miss Apperson and raised in her early life.
A collection of brief items notes Mrs. Phebe C. Hearst as Pacific coast patroness of art and language, Rudyard Kipling's nursery time, Pierpont Morgan buying His Nibs for 1000 dollars, Professor Simon Newcomb near retirement, Mrs. August Belmont at racing stables, Lily Langtry on the English turf, Wagner’s bequests to art, mourners at General Jo Shelby’s funeral, old grocer George Miller, Swiss engineer Ily’s railroad concession in Abyssinia, and Michigan Governor Pingree offering a $25 prize for obsolete laws found at the University of Michigan.
Daily menu items listed for breakfast, dinner and supper including hominy and cream corned beef hash doughnuts coffee boiled cod with egg sauce potatoes bread and butter mince pie cheese cold meat apple sauce apple cream cake tea and cake recipes with ingredients and steps. G. A. Torrance Neponset Massachusetts appears as the address at the end.
A detective investigates a scheme by a guardian, known as Uncle, who plans to auction an heiress for marriage. The would be husband hides his lack of funds, while the niece Gertrude Nelson uncovers the plot and aids a graceful escape. The detective protects her, and the villain is arrested. The pair plan to marry in the fall.
A comic exchange features a woman and Willi e Wishington teasing about mushrooms and obituaries as a bet hangs on consent. Algy Verisoph jokes about his aunt leaving money for an asylum for incurable imbeciles amid a flurry of witty banter and misunderstandings.
Washington March 8 President McKinley faced a flood of visitors at the Executive Mansion with many seeking jobs and audience requests. He walked with Secretary Sherman to the Cabinet room and later greeted hundreds at a 3 PM public reception. Washington social and political figures pressed claims, while a child in Liberty attire drew attention. The day ended with a short walk through town and a cabinet appointment reshuffle.
Secretary Long begins reshuffling by appointing B. F. Peters as chief clerk of the Navy Department as he starts work in Washington on March 8.
Boston Aldermen clash over Chapter 619 Acts of 1894 on veteran employment and hearings. Debate includes North End Park progress with contracts for administration building and women’s bath house set for July 1, 1897 and pier work pending.
In Washington on March 8 the Senate executive session moved to refer the U S and Great Britain general treaty of arbitration back to the foreign relations committee with pending amendments. Senator Morgan argued the treaty returns to committee at Congress end. others debated procedure. The merits were not discussed and the motion passed without a formal vote.
Secretary Sherman signed extradition papers at Washington permitting delivery of Lee Weller also known as Frank Butler to Australian authorities. The suspect is currently held in San Francisco pending transport.
Washington March 8 The foreign ambassadors ministers and attaches will be received by Secretary Sherman at 11 a m Wednesday at the Department of State and the President will greet them at the executive mansion at noon the same day
The inaugural committee reports total receipts will exceed expenses by a substantial amount. Any surplus will go to local charities as in the past, and the guarantee fund will be returned to subscribers.
Rumors place Senator Cameron of Pennsylvania as the next ambassador to Germany to replace Mr. Uhl. The Massachusetts delegation sought Representative William F. Draper for Rome, while Senators Quay and Penrose urged Cameron for Berlin, with Draper to succeed Minister MacVeagh in Rome.
A fragment notes that the city contains ready and willing witnesses who can command respect and win approval. It highlights the virtue of civic presence and public life.
The article portrays a figure inviting thorough scrutiny and transparent inquiry, signaling a commitment to open examination of actions and decisions. It emphasizes accountability and public access to information.
At Munyon’s offices in Tremont Temple Boston crowds gather daily as cured patients share testimonies. An elderly man claims a rheumatism cure improved him after one bottle and a half, saying he now has no pain. Others report relief from catarrh deafness dyspepsia liver trouble kidney disease coughs and headaches.
Mrs. S. D. B. Tichon of Boston praises Munyon’s Female Cure and other remedies for pain swelling and back chest discomfort. The ad touts Munyon’s Institute Rejuvenating Life Chamber free medical advice and universal cures with open hours and free consultations. The article also notes a Boston council meeting with suspensions and a committee investigation of the poor department.
Hyde Park March 8 two hundred people including clergy and town officials attended the ninetieth birthday reception of Mrs. Leroy Sunderland in Lyric Hall. Four generations were present and she was assisted by two of her great grandchildren. Sunderland is a pioneer in the woman suffrage movement.
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