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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1892
Page
4
Ex congressman Warner a noted free silver advocate says Cleveland's nomination would be equivalent to an anti silver platform. He argues the nation will trust Cleveland, ending silver politics and stabilizing financial policy, shifting the campaign to tariff issues. Cleveland is described as a platform in himself.
The Lowell News urges the Post to explain true reasons for establishing license commissions while proposing abolishment of the Boston Police Commission. The piece argues the reasons are the same for both reforms and calls for action by the Boston Board of Police.
An editorial attacks the current license commissions as offensive interference with local self government and a demoralizing machine. It calls for appointed city panels by Mayors to remove license control from politics and place it with a responsible body, criticizing the Boston Police Board as a political blunder.
The nationwide spontaneous movement supports Grover Cleveland as the Democratic candidate. It claims mass enthusiasm across states from Massachusetts to California, predicting Cleveland will win the nomination and the presidency. It cites Governor Russell and Mr Youne noting Cleveland as favored. The piece asserts the movement has permanence and reflects popular will.
Boston aldermen approve Alderman Krnenan’s order backing a North End playground. The piece argues the city park system lacks accessible open spaces for crowded tenement districts and notes the half million dollar price. It praises the current parks but emphasizes needs of the less fortunate and calls for near-home recreation spaces.
The text denounces the Sugar Trust as a public enemy and monopoly exploiting a tariff system to keep prices high. It claims production cuts and closed factories hurt workers, and warns removal of tariffs could force the trust to collapse.
Aldermen rejected a practical proposal to appoint two election inspectors per precinct who pass an exam on counting returns. The editorial argues examinations or tests for counters are wise to prevent recount blunders like the December final tally and to improve return accuracy.
The Democrats of the fifth district urge Congressman Stevens to consider only the party’s fall vote, praising his patriotism and service. Massachusetts gains a strong, respected representative, and Salem’s Salem Evening News reports a sixteen page issue from its new press amid staff portraits and office views.
The Gloucester and Pubnico captain Hines reveals the struggles of becoming American. The Post first reported that the Massachusetts fishing fleet shows alien influence as this British Canadian sailor captains an American vessel while not a citizen. The piece blames Republican policy for a fleet no longer a nursery for American seamen.
Acclaimed as a sweeping concentration, the Sugar Trust would oversee nearly all U S sugar manufacture with Spreckels joining the ranks. A handful of refineries would remain outside, weakly operating under the trust shadow, while any rival would be coerced into alliance. The piece urges a public protest against the New York State court views on the combining firms.
The Technology chapter held open house at 58 Chester Square with Shawmut Social Union guests. A minstrel show sparked laughs, followed by refreshments and dancing as ladies honored the gathering. Chi Phi, linked to Henry W. Grady, is the oldest U.S. college secret society. Beta chapter started at the Institute of Technology in 1890.
Governor William E Russell issues a fasting and prayer proclamation dated March 2 1892 designating Thursday April 7 as a day of fasting humiliation and prayer. The document cites colonial religious origins and asks the people to seek divine guidance and blessing for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
The Castilian Club will be addressed by Professor W. T. Strong tomorrow. Mrs. Henry M. Rogers hosts Mrae. Joachim on Beacon street. Mrs. William Appleton enjoyed a New York visit. William H. Mitchell was admitted at Washington to practice before the U S Supreme Court. Col I. W. Higginson jokes about the Post’s stance on Congressman Walker. Paul Bi du Chailly, African explorer, was at Parker House and left for New York yesterday. Unity Art Club guests Miss Anna M. Klumpke at her Boylston studio. Mrs. Julia Ward Howe’s farewell reception postponed due to her absence in Washington. Mr. E M Bacov, ex-Post editor, is with the New York World in Providence for Rhode Island campaign work. Mr. and Mrs. Henschel stay with Mrs. Henschel’s mother on Brimmer street. Rev Chauncey Langdon spoke on The Italian Revolution at No 48 Commonwealth avenue. Rev E E Hale will be 70 Sunday. reception Monday at South Congregational Church. Rev A E Winship on a West trip and brief stay in California. Police Commissioner Osborne returns from a two week South trip after West injury en route to Governor McKinley inauguration.
Charles E. Mitchell aged 21 becomes Auburn city solicitor. A North Berwick giver plans to found an asylum for aged and infirm horses. Captain Cole in Newport R I is the sole able Salvation Army worker with illness. Captain Brendle from Boston travels to aid depleted forces. Dora Wiley the Maine singer rests at her father’s Bangor home and hopes to recover gradually, needing Maine air.
Former congressman Nelson of Minnesota abandons legal career to pursue farming. Irish residents in San Francisco fund a Sheridan statue for Golden Gate Park. Rear Admiral L A Kimberly retires April 2 elevating Rear Admiral Gherardi as senior navy officer. Andrew G Curtin, 75, remains vigorous while drafting his political life memoirs. Ruth Thompson, Brown’s daughter, supported by an ailing husband and a 18 year old daughter in Los Angeles Normal School.
The Providence Journal notes that only two leaders among the anti silver Democrats had prior Congressional experience, while Bland and his allies are veterans. It asserts experience isn’t always decisive against a strong, principled cause and determined effort.
George Fred Williams confronted Joseph H. Walker in Congress last week to dispute responsibility for headlines in The Record. The exchange highlighted partisan tensions and Williams’s challenge to Walker’s account of the paper’s coverage.
The article riffs on political bills, the free silver debate, and global tensions. It mockingly notes a Kaiser fatigue claim and jokes about an April 1 end of the world. It mentions a Drayton Borrowe divorce court duel and a sharp counterfeit scheme turning 72 cents cost into 28 cents profit per dollar.
The Tremont row tonight shows less crowding near shop fronts and fewer roughs. Modest women pass unmolested while old-time masher behavior wanes. Police presence and the Post expose prompt a wary calm, though steady vigilance and periodic searchlight use are needed to sustain improvement.
Everett W. Burdett of Brookline shares his views on the political scene. His reflections suggest a depth of thinking that would interest Boston editors seeking thoughtful commentary for the Post.
Everett W. Burdett declares he is Brookline’s Burdett and loyal to Crapo while critiquing Hingham and Allen. He argues for a dignified, capable candidate to appeal to business leaders, notes past tariff debates, and predicts victory if Pillsbury or Haile chosen, ending with his self-styled prophecy.
General H V Boynton argues executive session leakage stems from Senators themselves. He states reform would prevent public disclosures, as most press material originates from Senators to reporters. The veteran correspondent asserts this pattern is accurate and not exaggerated.
A Dedham committee hearing in Memorial Hall on March 28 explored introducing a fire alarm and police telegraph system. Public opinion favored the plan. Proposal calls for fifteen fire boxes and four police boxes at about six thousand dollars upfront and about three thousand dollars yearly to maintain.
Charles H. Aldrich of Chicago took the oath today in Washington and assumed duties as solicitor-general of the Department of Justice.
President Eliot defended Mormon liberty after an interview at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco. He compared Mormons to pilgrims, noting their hardships and conscience driven journey, and said polygamy is ended in Utah. He argued government overreach and seizure of church property was unjust and echoed broader religious liberty.
Judge Pugh in the Common Pleas Court grants Robert Garrett a board to appraise 1728 shares of his Pittburg Cincinnati St Louis Railway stock. The stock joined without his consent into the Pittsburgh Cincinnati Chicago St Louis line, causing a dispute over value. The $86,000 alleged value is contested as minority stockholders gain leverage.
Thomas Dana, director of the Maverick National Bank, filed four demurrers to indictments 465 467 470 and 481. Each demurrer asserts the count is insufficient in law and petitions dismissal. The 467 indictment contains three counts with a demurrer to each.
Ex Judge Dwight Loomis donated 500 reference books from his private library to Vernon for a free public library once established. Vernon plans a library funded by the Maxwell legacy of 10 000 dollars plus a like amount raised locally.
The Lawrence Lowell end of the sixth district doubts Councillor Alonzo H. Evans will win renomination. Evans filled a vacancy by the death of Charles F. Loring of Melrose, but Republicans in the district doubt he earned the renomination. The talk centers on Norwood and Lowell candidates, sparked by ex Senator Howe of Lowell. Howe seeks reelection for a third term, a precedent cited by supporters. Arthur B. Breed and others are named as possible contenders. Howe is seen as a shrewd, influential politician.
A letter from Linden D I Alden dated March 26 argues for public safety on electric cars. He suggests two hydraulic jackscrews under each vehicle to aid body removal after accidents and advocates more space for the motorman, ideally separating him from passengers to prevent brake delays.
A reader from Worcester proposes installing electric stop buttons in street cars to easily signal the conductor when crowds make it hard to attract attention. He warns that pulling the strap risks overcharging fares and displeasing conductors.
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