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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1892
Page
2
The article urges choosing between investing in the Cotton Picker Company or heedless advice. It argues a profitable future, cites demand for a labor saving Cotton Picker machine, and notes stock can be bought at 31 Milk St. Potential investors are warned against ignorant counsel and are urged to investigate the proven claims and solid evidence before committing.
Mr. Whipple reveals no orders for shaving cab drivers serving Young's Hotel and Parker House. He says the matter is between Kenny & Clark and the Boston Cab Company, noting the practice began voluntarily for cleanliness and guests’ comfort. He recounts adopting the fashion himself, with only a few employees cutting facial hair.
A Boston firm Graves & Sons advertises a cash offer for a case of twelve bottles of Taylor Reserve Whiskey. They claim the liquor is pure and guarantees satisfaction to physicians or connoisseurs. Remittance accepted by postal money order or New York funds, with a simple reminder to mention the paper.
Washington March 23 the House moved to silver bill debate after multiple speakers asserted opposing views. Pierce argued for free coinage and honesty in money while Stone, Bland and Bland allies attacked the measure, calling it a threat to values and labor. Opposition also cited McKinleyism, gold standards and potential silver monometallism.
The Senate spent the day on the Indian appropriation bill. A key amendment sought to strike the proviso that would detail army officers as Indian agents. Dawes Procter Hawley Teller Cullom and others debated the proposed change at length but adjourned without action.
Cuat Ham March 23 heavy southerly storm continues. Gladiator towed barges Tivoli and Samuel E. Spring southward at 6 a.m. Spring parted chains, anchored, then drifted toward shore as southeast gale worsened. Wind shifted to southwest, Spring sailed and drifted northward. If gale shifts NW, she may be blown off with one anchor. Gladiator proceeded to Vineyard Haven with Tivoli and may return for Spring at dawn.
Columbus March 23 master commissioner George B Okey reports on the Ohio & Western Coal Company foreclosure for 3 5 million held by Boston Loan & Trust. Lee and Larwell claims are denied, mortgage declared good and to be paid in full. Property worth several thousand acres of land coal mines and two furnaces to be sold, likely by mortgage holders.
The will of James Monroe Trotter of Hyde Park and ex recorder of deeds in Washington is filed for probate. He leaves $1000 to sister Fanny A. Smith of Wichita, $500 to nephew James Monroe Byrd of Xenia, $50 each to William H. Dupree and wife, with all remaining estate to his wife who is named executrix. drawn December 31, 1891.
The Newark morgue case confirms the drowned woman is not Mrs Stickle of Rockaway. At 1:30 pm, Mrs Stickle appeared to allay fears that she died and to show she still possesses the jewels and money believed taken. The dead woman's identity remains unsettled.
New York on March 28 reports Colonel Daniel S. Lamont seriously ill for two weeks. Physicians have been in constant attendance since last Saturday. Dr. Bryant, his family physician, states the colonel is resting comfortably after two difficult nights. Few outsiders know how ill Cleveland's former secretary is in Mills building.
A lively blaze in Springfield damaged a three story brick block owned by J. H. Hoague at Chicopee. Losses total about 3000 with 4500 insured. Tenants Hoague and Peck hardware, E. L. Jacobs printer, and W. M. Dugan loom harness faced water damage and substantial insurance gaps. Cause unknown.
At 7 40 last night Station 2 officer found a blaze in the cigar store owned by Central Wharf Corporation located at 18 Central wharf a four story brick building. Box 87 alarm sounded. Damages put at 25 to the structure and 200 to stock.
An exchange over American bright tin plate and a Philadelphia offer to supply domestically sparks claims of advertising bluff. Boston consumers, including Lamb & Ritchie and Holder & Herrick, deny knowledge or market feasibility, while the Tin Plate Consumers’ Association vows firm action against misleading claims and defends the Post’s reporting. Secretary Robert Ganz letters emphasize readiness to act without kid gloves.
Non partisan system proposal promises to halt public fund diversion and voter intimidation at polls. It pledges freer politics and improved public service by removing partisan influence from government laborers and administration.
Washindon March 23 report from Massachusetts reform committee favors passing the bill to extend nonpartisan appointments to more federal positions. It argues that removing political influence improves efficiency, reduces patronage waste, and ensures equal opportunity for qualified citizens to seek public service. The measure would broaden the system to nearly double current coverage and curb party tools in public funds.
Harvard professor John Williams White announced he will not accept Chicago University’s offer to become head of the Greek department at a salary of $7000. He will remain at Harvard, pleasing students and faculty who value his leadership on athletic and academic fronts.
Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon for Graham Rice, a young newspaper man who died suddenly. The service was led by Rev. Albert H. Plumb at Walnut Avenue Congregational Church, with singing by the Amphion Quartet. Pallbearers included Press Club and Herald representatives, and interment was at Forest Hills.
The Boston Theosophical Society will hold its next meeting at 152 Boylston Street on Thursday March 24 at 8 p.m. Miss M J Barnett will speak on Evolution and Involution. The public is cordially invited.
The Gloucester fire department held its annual concert and hall event at City Hall this evening. It drew a large audience and included visiting firemen Chief Webber and Boston Commissioner George H Innis among attendees.
Raymond & Whitcomb announce three sight seeing tours leaving Boston April 25 for two to three months. Special Pullman vestibuled trains and a Queen steamer voyage to Alaska will be used. A 200 page book with full details is published for free distribution by Raymond & Whitcomb, 296 Washington street, Boston.
Engine 25 extinguished a small blaze yesterday afternoon at 27 East Lenox Street. The fire started as children played with matches, damaging furniture and the dwelling valued at 35 dollars. The house is owned by Timothy Connelly and occupied by Fred Smart.
A pamphlet argues against spring tonics noting nature cleanses the blood and mild stimulants help. It promotes Duffy’s Pure Malt whiskey as the only medicinal, pure option while alleging inferior substitutes lack potency and safety.
The athletic committee of the B A A says charges against H S Cornish, athletic manager, were groundless and not warranted by facts. Secretary Lawrence Tucker reports the March 22 1894 vote, noting personal spite behind the Boston Globe article and praising the committee’s sound judgment. Further motives of the accuser may be investigated.
London reports a Buenos Aires dispatch noting data from railways producers and shippers show export prospects remain strong despite lower foreign prices and gold declines. Last year's crops valued at 25 million dollars stay for export amid an anticipated busy dull season and no financial crisis among the people, only administrative issues. Land sale figures rise 15 to 20 percent since 1890.
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