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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1895
Page
4
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The governor's excursion through Boston's Italian and Chinese quarters revealed differing assimilation outcomes and highlighted areas where state and city cooperation could advance reform. He reported effective American spirit among Italians while noting cultural barriers in the Chinese community, concluding the trip was productive.
The article condemns the Spanish minister for criticizing American seamen and questioning the United States, calling his conduct imprudent. It notes the Spanish government will respond appropriately, while Secretary Gresham may bypass the envoy and address the home government, citing the minister’s persona non grata status with the American people and government.
The Cannes races show the Ailsa beating Britannia and the need for a new American defender at least twelve minutes faster than Vigilant. The winning boat must excel in heavy weather and embody decisive, advanced improvement by Herreshoff versus British designs. Confidence is placed in Yankee genius.
Senator Darling's Atlanta statement reviewed by the legislative committee suggests Massachusetts capital will invest in Southern factories not in rivalry but for profitable returns. Railroads built in the West show the path for factories in the South with similar profits and fewer losses. Such investments would keep manufacturing near home and foster closer sectional ties through shared commercial interests.
The Supreme Court of Illinois issues a ruling on the eight hour workday. The decision clarifies workers’ rights and employer obligations under state law. The outcome impacts industrial labor practices and a broad range of Illinois employers.
A Massachusetts view rejects the Illinois ruling on hours of labor as a local matter. It argues that restricting work hours is justified for public welfare and aligns with police and health principles. The piece asserts Illinois precedent should not sway New England courts.
The adjournment of Congress and the new government loan start a broad business upturn across the country. Clearing house ex changes rise, prices firm for Wheat Cotton and iron, and railroad earnings improve in the Central Middle States. Stock values trend upward with active securities trades. Silver demand abroad and higher prices spark interest in Mexican Central securities. Atchison bonds attract heavy purchases ahead of a reorganization plan, and coverage on large shorts boosts Sugar GE and some Grangers. Market confidence grows as the season progresses.
The Sunday Post reported the governor's slumming tour for self conclusion on legislative matters and exclusive coverage of the Sarsfield Guards parade with arms testing new law. It also noted the Rev Dr. Gunning case and other timely items, asserting the Post as the town's real news source.
The Observant Citizen in Lowell announces The Lowell Sun issue features sixteen pages with rich illustrations. Credit for producing the paper goes to Billy Myers Jim Hearn and Gallagher. William Glynn, known for the Outing March, works on a Carnival March set for the Fourth of July, praised as exceptionally good.
A long excerpt discusses the potential impact of foreign ice on Labrador and western Newfoundland, envisioning a transformed climate and richer lands if a Chignecto ship canal were built. It notes Belle Isle dam as a dream, credits J J Grace of Boston, and mentions Lemuel Eli Quigg and Durrough for context on journalism and Trilby trends.
Cedarcroft in West Chester burned recently, Bayard Taylor’s home. Howells rejects collecting first editions as mania. Charles Gayarre, Louisiana historian, dies in New Orleans. James L. Ford critiques current magazine editing. Sothebys London sells Burton's Arabian Nights translation for £25. Hawthorne unsettles Pyncheon readers. Dickens clashed with Landor over Roythorn. William Morris, at his Hammersmith home, runs a printing press. A preacher warns editors to tell truth. an editor replies about truth and censorship. The press and pulpit form a trio with gravestones in saint-making.
To the Editor of the Post a reader asks for a list of all Massachusetts cities and the railroads on which they lie. The query begins with Chelsea as a sample city.
Massachusetts features 31 cities including Boston Salem Lowell Cambridge and Springfield. Rail lines listed connect these locales via multiple carriers such as Boston and Maine New York New Haven and Hartford Fitchburg Old Colony and Boston Albany among others.
A Boston Post letter to the editor explains two East Boston carriers were suspended for misappropriating government car tickets. The writer notes tickets cover trips and questions the severity, praising a third carrier who served and suggests public mercy for the veteran.
Sir Bowdoin School is being extended and a tablet to Charles Sumner born 1811 at a frame house near Revere and Irving streets is proposed. The note cites Edward L. Pierce Life of Sumner and identifies the site now occupied by Bowdoin schoolhouse rear. March 15 1895.
A lavish 36 inch cake at Mrs. Alva Vanderbilt’s daughter Consuelo’s party contained two diamond rings valued at $100 each beneath its frosted crust. The cake cost about $100, though rumors spread of a $2100 figure due to the rings. The tradition of embedding jewels in cakes among high society is noted as common.
In New York on March 17 Zella Nicolaus discusses money from Dr. Parkhurst, hints at repaying Gould, and plans a Europe trip if testimony at a grand jury leads to indictments. She remains watched and private, while disputing public claims as she contemplates an acting career and further legal exposure.
Mrs. Wdna Marguerite Learned of Boston sues Courtland D. Learned of Pittsfield Mass alleging a secret marriage on September 5 1891. The case seeks a divorce on grounds of incompatibility and notoriety surrounding the contested nuptials and the resulting marital status.
The Press Club marks its annual entertainment with a facsimiled poem by South poet Frank L Stenton in the souvenir programme and a photograph of the author. Governor Greenhalge and staff will attend the March 26 show with seats planned in Music Hall balcony over the clock. Public ticket sales start today at Regal Shoe Store 109 Summer street. many seats remain, especially for the afternoon performance.
A Sunday Post note claimed Division 3 of the A O H postponed the Dudley Street Opera House entertainment tonight. The event will proceed as planned this evening, with members of the American Order of Hibernians asserting the reporter was misled.
Dr Clara Choate spoke at the Woman's Journal parlors on Concentration of Mind for Physical Benefits. The crowded room praised her clear and eloquent handling of the subject.
In New York on March 17 six exhibitionary women at Huber's Museum led by Alice Thompson refuse to work more than eight hours. They demand shorter hours and more liberty, threatening to unionize over bicycles and floor safety concerns. Manager Huber agrees to higher pay, easing tensions.
The Rev. Frederick B. Allen led a vesper service at the Y M C A Dorchester with the Dorchester Ladies Quartet giving music. His sermon on Good Investments urged laying up treasures in heaven through culture of higher powers, disinterested friendship, usefulness, character, and faith in God.
The Indigenie departed Newport at 10 15 A M heading to Cadiz Spain. Although a steamer she is ship rigged and cruises under canvas. A fair wind aided the day and she is expected back in France in July with midshipmen and apprentices aboard to be assigned to active duty on arrival.
Fall River March 17 officers probing the McNulty fire that destroyed a barn killing five horses and a cow are not convinced the blaze was accidental. Insurance totaling about 2000 would have expired soon. No one was nearby before the alarm. The owner is a prominent liquor dealer and police suspect an enemy may have started the fire.
Charles H. Rhoades began duties as Revere chief constable at noon yesterday as Milton Ray left the post. Both men are highly esteemed by the town. Rhoades previously served under the 1893 government. Ray had been chief last year. The change follows recent Board of Selectmen alterations.
Amherst March 17 The upcoming Amherst Literary Monthly will publish the next year’s board of editors Herbert A Jump of Albany Archibald L Bouton of Cortland Frank E Harkness of Chicago Worthington C Holman of Amherst Percy H Boynton of Newton Centre comprise the slate for the next year with an announcement this week
The notice advertises a spring hunting equipment sale emphasizing increased recreation and heavier demand. It lists prices for coats from 1.50 to 3.50 dollars, pantaloons at 2.00, caps 1.50 to 2.00, detachable coats 4.00 to 6.00, knee breeches 3.00 to 5.00, canvas items 1.50 to 2.50, corduroy 2.50, boots 5.00, and shoes 3.00 to 10.00.
In a discussion of the crepon fabric craze, the commentary notes shopkeepers endlessly feature crepon and fashionable women wear crepon styles. The piece mocks the saturation of the trend and hints at an inventive designer aiming to captivate the world with crepon.
The piece describes popular plaid and crepon textiles in silk and wool varieties. Red or green plaid crepon sells for $3.75 a yard, with options including black crepon blue polka dots and black and white stripe. Woollen crepons offer lower prices for gowns. Dull blues greens and browns with jet trim and green velvet accents decorate dresses and outfits.
The public is warned against Alderman Bryant's order for the city engineer to act as engineer for the Charlestown bridge with compensation set by the Boston Transit Commission. It argues the engineer already earns $6000 yearly and condemns further increases as unjust amid widespread hardship, dated Boston March 6, 1895.
A Dorchester letter mocks a call to awaken busy Beacon Hill workers, claiming readers have not experienced the five minutes of luxuriously upholstered halls of the new Hall of Representatives.
The Boston Woman Suffrage League will hold its next meeting at 3 Park Street this evening March 18 at 8 p m Miss L A Hatch Miss Alice Stone Blackwell and others will speak and excellent music will be furnished.
W W Donnelly of 67 Maxwell Street Dorchester appeals to the editor after the Brighton dollar gas victory to advocate dollar gas for Dorchester citing higher local prices.
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