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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1895
Page
8
Sterling Elliott argues for a bill to ban large hats in theatres to improve sightlines. He shows two extreme hat examples and presents a petition signed by women demanding hat removal. Critics doubt the measure's passage as theatre owners oppose enforcing reform.
The Boston School Board reviewed why the Stars and Stripes have not flown at Lewis School Roxbury due to a nearby pole and wires. It approved selling the Walpole Tremont corner lot for a new primary school site and accepted city payment settlements for several Dorchester plots. The board also authorized play area use for children, and set a teacher training session on Reverence and Purity of Speech.
The Citizen Printing Company, publisher of the Daily Citizen and Weekly Leader, purchased the Winsted Daily and Weekly Herald. The Daily Herald will be discontinued while the Weekly Herald will continue under The Citizen. Capital stock was increased to 15000 dollars at a special meeting.
Rufus Haley, a longtime Dover coal and wholesale fruit and commission dealer, died at age 77. Born in Epping, he moved to Dover in youth and built a fifty year career as a respected local businessman.
Fred T. Smith son of a Church street fish merchant was arrested in New Haven for passing a $15 worthless check on Mrs. Sarah Coogan a grocery store operator on Oak street authorities said the incident occurred today March 26.
In New Bedford on March 26 an inquest will be held before Judge Borden of the Third District Court into the death of Mrs Emma Robinson. Police say investigations to date have not satisfied their concerns and further inquiry is planned tomorrow afternoon.
Meyer Lyman and Butler join a lively Republican gathering at the American House. Mayor Curtis and Gov Greenhalge lead speeches praising party leadership, with McCarthy described as a wily organizer and Hoar and Lodge letters read.
Henry Cabot Lodge writes that burdens and new loans burden citizens, contrasts Republican stewardship with Democratic rule, and predicts slow recovery but a brighter horizon. He pledges prudent policy to restore domestic and international prosperity and likens future success to Lincoln era unity.
A wit recounts Superintendent Wheeler mistaking a stone crusher for a mysterious device. The blunt foreman reacts with disbelief, and Wheeler retreats to his carriage. The engineer advises keeping quiet, but the anecdote spreads among staff.
Senate debates on cattle tuberculin use and compensation for diseased cows end with amendments and a vote. House considers Brookline Gas Light Co plan to lay pipes across Fort Point Channel amid criticism and calls for stricter oversight before engrossment.
A Legislature debate in Massachusetts considered a bill to compel railroads to issue tickets at a rate of two cents per mile for distances over three miles. Supporters argued it protects the public against corporate power and cites higher suburban fares near Boston. Opponents noted historically low fare rates and questioned impacts on railroad prosperity.
In Catskill New York on March 26 the charter election produced a Democratic victory. The party gained control of the village government for the first time in about twelve years with majorities ranging from 2% to 106% across the nearly complete ticket.
Boston firm American Tool and Machine Co at 4202 Federal St offers general machinery and mill work including pure hangers and pulleys as part of its product line.
General Martin reformed Ashland place once known for crime turning into Laconia street. Voters approved widening to a forty foot thoroughfare and the name change posted. Work to widen starts May 1, erasing Ashland place.
The Duchess of Fife opened a bazaar in London to benefit the British and Foreign Sailors' Society. Attendees included United States Ambassador Bayard, the Lord Mayor, foreign diplomats, and other prominent figures. Photographs from Mrs. Grover Cleveland were donated to the US stall.
Vancouver March 26. Attorney Kenny of Honolulu arrives and, by Hawaiian government directive, retains B E Davis to defend damage suits filed by Cranston Muller and Johnston, three men deported from Hawaii. President Dole aims to prove in Canadian and American courts that deportation was constitutional.
At a shareholders meeting of F Leyland & Co Limited in this city a 6 percent dividend was announced. Directors decided to build three large steamers for the Boston service of the line.
The French liner La Touraine under Captain Santelli reached Toulon with a large party of American excursionists. The vessel, one day behind schedule, plans to sail for Algiers tomorrow.
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