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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1895
Page
4
Boston Post dated Saturday morning March 16 1895 reflects Democratic party advocacy in New England. It presents political opinions, local notices, and community items typical of a metropolitan newspaper of the era.
The piece argues the Board of Police has erred in suppressing information about recent Roxbury robberies. It asserts that full publicity serves the public, improves trust, and helps the police serve the people of Boston, urging acknowledgment of the fact.
A young boy, not yet responsible, is identified as the arsonist behind a string of church fires. Fire Marshal Whitcomb’s discovery ends fears of a deliberate, wider plot and suggests a morbid mischievous motive rather than malice. The relief comes from clearing suspicions about a larger threat.
Mr Jesse M Gove at the State House charged that Boston has had no honest election or vote count in fifteen years. The statement is an overreach, though frauds exist. The remedy lies in exposing and punishing abuses, with reformers urged to pursue thorough investigations rather than blame the people as a whole.
The United States demands a prompt and satisfactory apology from Spain for firing upon the American flag and disregarding its authority. The Spanish captain’s statements are seen as honest but insufficient without clear reparation and assurances it will not recur. Friendly relations require decisive action and immediate accountability.
The current Legislature is claimed to have enacted more bills than 1894 at the same date, but critics say quantity does not equal progress. After over two months, few major measures are resolved, committees advance, yet overall work remains unsettled with a risk of rushed, ineffective end.
The piece argues against assertions that the poor largely murder children for money to pay premiums. It defends maternal instinct among the poor and condemns the claim as insulting to humanity. It urges saving through banks or charities instead of wagering on a child’s life.
The statement notes that a certain deficiency or deprivation is more prevalent among wealthy individuals than among poorer people. It implies a paradox where affluence does not guarantee absence of this fault.
The Post reports Legislators preferences for president show ex-Governor Russell as the Democratic favorite due to his three years of strong administration. Republicans favor Reed, while ex-President Harrison has faded among GOP members, with Governor McKinley in Ohio noted as a rival in the race.
Secretary Dudley and Chief Examiner Sherwin note a demand for fast stenographers with 130 to 150 words per minute while highlighting the underrepresentation of men. The piece covers Joe Whitehead’s potential national championship, Herr Leutz’s disappearance, and Miss Sheldon’s Buffalo exhibition with women's handiworks and journalism ties. Congressman John F. Fitzgerald schedules St Patrick events and DC travel with allies McInerney, McClellan, and James Fitzgerald.
The Cunard Steamship Company assigns the Gallia to the Boston line replacing the Bothnia. The 430 foot, 2897 ton Gallia features 7000 horsepower engines and averages sixteen knots. It previously served Boston in spring 189%, then moved to New York service.
In New York on March 15 Judge Wallace signed an order discharging Thomas C Platt from the temporary receivership of the N and W Port cellar line? New England Railroad Company after he complied with all court directions. The accounts of Thomas C Platt and Marsden J Perry as permanent receivers were ordered filed in the Circuit Court in Massachusetts.
The Marblehead bound for Europe stopped at Halifax for coal due to strong head winds. Secretary Herbert questioned Commander O Neill about the deviation from New Port. O Neill reported the halt was necessary to refuel with about one hundred tons of coal.
John Connors once a noted actor who performed with Booth and Barrett died yesterday at the Massachusetts Temperance Home in Lynn after a throat disease. He had served as assistant superintendent of the home for the last two years. Born in Dublin Ireland he was fifty eight years old.
London March 15 Mr Herbert Murray formerly chairman of the customs department has been appointed to go to Newfoundland to distribute financial relief on behalf of the imperial government.
The Massachusetts Charitable Mechanics' Association marked its centennial at Mechanics Hall in Boston with ceremonies honoring a 1796 founding led by Paul Revere and a long history. The event featured a main gallery display, portraits, and a banquet with notable guests including ex-Governor Rice and ex-presidents, reflecting a century of educational and charitable efforts.
Henry O Meara of the Boston Journal has prepared an edition de luxe titled Liberty's Birth and Other Poems It will include about fifty poems written since the third edition of Ballads of America and many pieces for public occasions under Massachusetts New Hampshire Boston Chamber of Commerce and other bodies
Mr Curtis Guild will give A Chat About Celebrities at the Art Club tonight. The reminiscences cover authors statesmen actors and others who have passed away, with whom the speaker was personally acquainted.
A well attended social event hosted by Misses Florence and Josephine Larrabee at the Riverside Casino Brookline last evening. Their mother Mrs. B F Larrabee assisted with receiving while Baldwin’s Orchestra of Boston provided music.
The Young Men's Democratic Club hosted a discussion on arbitration and labor relations featuring Colonel Carroll D. Wright Professor Davis R. Dewey and Frederick J. Stimson. Wright urged voluntary arbitration with court appeals as a fallback while opposing government ownership of railroads. Dewey stressed social harmony for dispute adjustment. Stimson analyzed legal aspects and cautioned against overreliance on civil courts.
Rome reports the Italian government seeks an official opinion on the Walsenburg, Colorado murder of Italians. Premier Crispi says the incident will not harm Italy United States relations. Baron Fava to Washington to settle matter amicably, amid cordial ties.
Governor McIntyre of Colorado reports to Washington that a Waldenburg event involved an inquest and written testimony. He says no unrest exists, the Italian consul travels to Walsenburg, and authorities will press for arrest and punishment while confirming the deceased's nationality.
The Violet with President Cleveland aboard sailed past Fort Monroe at 3 30 p m on its return voyage to Washington marking the president’s homeward bound passage from Virginia over the March day with the vessel moving toward the capital in calm seas and clear weather.
A long list of Massachusetts residents and their stances on currency, tariff, and financial policy. Names include Romeo Allen Shrewsbury McKinley. James A Bailey Arlington. John Bates Boston Reed. H C Bliss West Springfield Reed. Daniel Barry Boston currency. and many others. Most favor currency reform, tariff protection, or sound money with varying alliances to Reed McKinley Hill and Russell.
An obscure ad-like fragment notes Ivory Soap and a float demonstration by Procter & Gamble. The line hints at product messaging for Ivory Soap with a possible promotional display or event reference.
A long list of voters and their endorsements shows varied positions on currency, tariff, and immigration. Figures include Thomas B. Reed, William McKinley, David B. Hill, and William E. Russell among others, with many preferring bimetallism, protection for American industries, and sound currency.
Major Sagarra reports from Cobre that he attacked and dispersed a 200 strong rebel band led by Guaire Barba at Juan Wilson. Rebels suffered heavy casualties while government forces had one killed and two wounded. The bulk of the fugitives are moving toward Hongolosongo.
A Massachusetts education committee led by Senator Miller visited the School of Industrial Art at the Pennsylvania Museum to study its model for a similar institution in Boston. Representatives St John Porter French Drew and Penniman joined the tour with state officials as trustees hosted a reception for the visiting legislators and Pennsylvania General Assembly members.
The school board adopted a rule to root out secret societies among high school students. Any student in a fraternity or with ties to one, after ten days' notice to withdraw, may face suspension or forfeiture of their diploma at graduation. The policy, to take effect next Tuesday, is expected to provoke trouble.
Charles S. Ensign, Citizens' candidate in the second Middlesex district special election, asserts he was legally elected senator despite Edging a 19 vote defeat to Dr. James P. Niles. He cites a refused recount in Waltham and notes the late General Court session may end a possible challenge. Ensign thanks voters of Newton, Watertown, Concord and Belmont for rebuking the charge of paid libelous advertising.
N. E. Mathewson of Eliot Square criticizes multiple city departments and argues for centralizing management under one head including parks and ferries. He questions the necessity of many offices, cites 1893 94 street costs totaling over 235000, and imagines a system where twenty five ward representatives handle all city functions.
Judge Augustus H. Fenn of the Superior Court was found unconscious on an icy sidewalk in Winsted after slipping and hitting his head. His condition is reported serious as of this afternoon.
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