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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1895
Page
4
The Boston Post reports Democratic Party coverage in New England. Classifieds and notices reflect local civic matters and forthcoming events.
The passage notes players intend to refine their skills and prepare for stronger showings against rivals once the taboo is removed, expected to occur in a year or two.
The Delaware Legislature remains under firm control of J Edward Addicks as his Republican bloc resists a motion to elect a United States Senator. The failed opposition exposes Addicks's power and the party's manipulated deadlock.
Governor Greenhalge has offered Hon. A. E. Pillsbury the vacant bench seat after Judge Aldrich’s death. The move, while fitting and honorable, could deprive Massachusetts politics of a rising Republican with strong opposition credentials. Pillsbury is young with political ambitions and may decline to accept the honor.
The telephone companies oppose state regulation arguing they perform well and see no public need for new oversight. The piece notes similar pleas against rail, gas, and electric commissions, while stressing that public protection under state authority has proven beneficial. It suggests gas commissions as a possible existing model and argues supervision of telephone business is desirable regardless of the body.
The South Boston Gas Light Company lowers rates to one dollar per thousand feet after April 1 as Boston sues for universal dollar gas. The Post led the crusade, proving feasibility and public benefit while urging Dorchester and Jamaica Plain to see similar reductions.
The legislative committee reports against several relief measures from double taxation, but a strong minority dissent argues for exemptions. Proposals include tax relief for out of state corporate stock, income from taxed property, municipal obligations, and pledged merchandise. The case favors public welfare over class interests and warrants legislative backing.
Harvard authority imposes a square prohibition on intercollegiate football with a ban likely to end the game. The piece notes private games under proctors and limited access as unworkable and urges undergraduates to decide whether to discontinue the sport.
Chauncey M Depew misread a college boys cheer as a joke in Rutherford North Carolina when he stepped from a train and gave a political speech. David Christie Murray arrives in town again for lectures and Hosea Kingman is highlighted as a possible Plymouth County judge.
San Francisco dispatch reports well known actress Marie Burroughs has filed for divorce from Louis Massen on grounds of misconduct and neglect. Massen is not expected to contest, marking a likely legal separation. The pair have a history of estrangement since their 1890s Boston ties and Chicago World’s Fair fallout.
Boston audiences discuss Miss Olga Nethersole in Camille at the Museum and await Joseph Jefferson in Rip Van Winkle. Meantime Josef Haworth's Richard III at Castle Square draws attention with his company’s strong work and imminent promotions across the season.
The Citizens' Trade Association of Cambridge held its annual meeting at 634 Massachusetts Avenue. Officers elected for the new year include President H O Houghton Jr, Vice President Fred L Bounke, Treasurer Oliver J Rand, Clerk Theodore H Raymond, Auditor Will F Roaf, and Directors John L Odiorne Enoch Beane W P Brown John F Danskin and Charles P Keith. A short speech by Mr Houghton urged members to support the association, followed by a banquet with strong attendance.
The Springfield Republican notes Representative Myers of Cambridge spoke out against junketing in the House yesterday but was rebuked by a 9 to 40 vote. It adds that one man has made a notable record this year on the right side.
Frankie Haines Jay Quigley and the Whit ney brothers headline a busy Bowdoin Square Theatre lineup. The Shaun Rhue show draws large audiences while Kerry Gow is slated to follow next week. J W Kelly leads Williams specialty at the Howard Atheneum, and May Howard burlesque company supplies the current Howard show. Ed Sanford and James Lee star in A Royal Reception at the Lyceum. Grand opera subscribers tout progress with Abbey Schoeffel Grau arranging the spring season.
Boston Boot and Shoe Club held a dinner and lecture at Exchange Hall with about 140 attendees. Guests included the Boston Athletic Association Glee Club and speaker Louis C Elson who presented English songs and ballads from 1265 to Queen Anne era. Officers nominated included L M Brockway president and George Hutchinson treasurer.
A spring jacket is a necessity for new gowns, offering protection and style. Without a proper wrap, a wearer risks cold days or staying indoors, as the wrap may not suit other outfits. Some people fashion new dresses with an outside jacket, but this is poor economy since the wrap rarely fits other costumes.
Dover March 20 The U S Senate contest in Delaware reached a stalemate after five ballots. Addicks and Massey remained solid for their candidates while Higgins shifted among Edward G Bradford Hiram R Burton and others. Final fifth ballot saw Higgins return to Higgins with seven votes.
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