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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1892
Page
4
The city’s fire alarm headquarters, including its dome, is labeled a tinder box and a sham. Access is tough for firefighting, making any blaze hard to control. While officials may heighten fire precautions, you must consider the risk of awkward consequences at any time.
The president’s Nicaragua tariff list, hailed as due reciprocity, omits Massachusetts boot and shoe makers while granting free access to big trusts. It exempts coal, iron and steel products, and cotton seed oil, implying the trusts shaped the agreement and left New England out of the benefits.
The article reports that Grover Cleveland will accept the Democratic nomination and will lead if the people call him. Cleveland’s letter to General Bragg emphasizes duty over personal preference and his readiness to serve again. General Bragg echoes broad support for tariff reform and honest government. The piece predicts Cleveland’s nomination at Chicago.
The grand jury formalizes charges against Porter French and Dana for bank wrecking methods including note discounting by straw men and transferring proceeds to directors. The indictments describe check cashing for outside associates in excess of funds, falsified bank statements to the comptroller, and false returns to the Treasury. The revelations illuminate who acted as tools or principals and outline timing and scope of alleged falsifications.
The text questions what examiners comptrollers and the Treasury knew about Maverick Bank before its collapse. It notes grand jury findings will intensify scrutiny and asks how such practices could evade routine examinations until a receiver and judicial review. It asserts readers deserve clear answers during forthcoming trials.
The piece argues President Harrison delays a tariff to test reciprocity, noting Venezuela and Colombia excuses and congressional sessions. It asserts Harrison fixed March 15 for the law, faces pressure, and is unlikely to avoid the tax though uneasy about public reaction. Secretary Wharton supports decisive action.
A cascade of pithy remarks lands in a single frame with quips about Germany in Hungary, a Tremont row masher, John L. Sullivan turning to the stage, Powers as New York baseball manager, Blair’s political puzzle, a tiring winter, an irate clock wind, and Massachusetts legislators facing heavenward promises while a sidewalk notice reads Come to Jesus and This way is closed.
A letter from Edward Bragg to Grover Cleveland urges him to declare for the presidency. Cleveland replies that his sense of duty and the people’s rights require open nomination by the party, not self seeking pursuit. New York interviews praise Cleveland’s popularity and electability, with voices from Coudert Whitn ey Hewitt and Winton weighing his chances and statewide appeal.
Benjamin Kimball tells a Post reporter at the St Kodolph Club that conservative and advanced Democrats demand Grover Cleveland's nomination. He predicts Cleveland will stand if nominated, and says only political manipulation could prevent it, praising Cleveland's tariff reform as a lasting national service.
The Progress Club staged its third annual Purim Bal Masque at Odd Fellows Hall Boston drawing over one thousand attendees. An eight-piece concert opened at eight, followed by a carnival with 350 couples in elaborate costumes. The grand march capped the evening before supper and dancing continued with Danforth and Hodgdon’s Orchestra.
A Boston editorial denounces municipal neglect as cruel, arguing the school committee’s plea for funds to secure schoolhouses is ignored while less vital issues are debated. It questions whether authorities await a great disaster before acting, urging prompt protection for children.
General Alger announces his candidacy accusing Harrison financiers of spreading charges. He presents a long record arguing he was never a deserter or coward though some irregularities occurred. Alger aims to counter Harrison with a vindication strategy at Minneapolis.
The Egypt Exploration Fund elected Georgr William Curtis as honorary vice-president and Edward G. Mason, a Chicagoan, as vice-president to work with Rev. Dr. William C. Winslow of this city. Winslow heads a large staff of local secretaries and plans to advance Egypt explorations vigorously.
A letter to the Post from William I. Travis superintendent of the Worcester agency of Metropolitan Life Insurance praises the newspaper’s aggressive advertising approach. He encloses stamps for three insertions and expresses intent to patronize the paper and encourage others to do the same. Dated March 12.
A commentary notes many striking figures in the Republican party including Secretary Abraham A. Ratshesky of the Republican State committee. It suggests that if he spoke openly his thoughts would reveal bold, candid opinions.
Abraham C. Ratshesky speaks of hustling in politics and aiming for party chair, representative, and governor. He hints at relying on money, diplomacy, and speeches while planning to outpace rivals and keep ties with newspaper men. He notes Eben is not a politician and pledges to learn and push ahead.
United States District Attorney Dyer of Gorham Maine is very ill. A rare silver gray fox was caught by trapper O A Chase of Hartland Vermont. Fall River reports the engagement of Dr Charles W Connell and Emma Earle granddaughter of Lloyd S Earle president of Robeson Mills. Midshipman J Molineux Shew of H M S Bellerophon promoted to ensign for North American squadron. Ex Judge Dwight Loomis sells Rockville Connecticut residence to move to Hartford to teach at Yale Law School and practice law after over forty years in Rockville.
A. W. Kent of 464 Atlantic Avenue urges West End railroad to suspend trolley wires by a strong steel or iron wire cable with insulated links at intervals to prevent falling wires and improve public safety for people and animals.
A Vermont correspondent recounts Samuel Morey as the true inventor of the steamboat. His Aunt Sally drew visitors including Governor Livingston and Robert Fulton, who offered $100,000 for rights. Morey declined. Fulton later built a similar boat, while Morey died heartbroken. Aged Mrs Mann, first steamboat passenger, reportedly rode the Aunt Sally on her wedding tour. Vanishing tale hints at a forthcoming monument by New Hampshire, Connecticut and Vermont.
Boston Aldermen clashed over Park Commission criticism and city labor policy. A party vote 7 to 5 upheld a motion to leave park labor decisions with the commission and later to employ only Boston citizens for park work. The session also set a joint meeting on a city seal and other routine items.
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