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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1893
Page
4
The notice states all money sent at sender's risk and instructs that checks drafts and money orders be made payable to the Post Publishing Company. It appears as a standard second class matter advisory for mail handling and financial payments.
The article notes the distinguished appointment as the first to bear the title of United States ambassador. It emphasizes that the distinction matters little, yet it is a satisfaction that a capable Democrat like Thomas F. Bayard holds the position and will bear it honorably.
A Boston newspaper argues the seventh district should nominate a winner, warning against Dr Everett. It favors candidates with higher availability such as ex-Congressman Williams and ex-Senator D Frank Kimball, listing other viable names and stressing the aim to pick a proven winner.
Governor Russell salutes Charles Endicot of Canton as a faithful public servant. Endicot’s long tenure earns broad, bipartisan support for his reappointment, reflecting dedication to state interests and public protection.
Speaker Barrett is praised for promptly appointing a committee to probe the ADDICKS gas trust under Representative Parker’s order. The panel must act swiftly or face public impatience as the people pay $1,000 daily in alleged monopoly tolls and seek timely relief. The committee should organize today and begin work early next week.
The Senate moves toward openness on the Russian treaty, arguing that executive secrecy harms democracy. The piece urges ending secret sessions and demands public scrutiny to prevent hidden provisions from provoking public anxiety, hoping for transparent governance.
The text lauds Thomas F Bayard for extending the line of US ministers to Great Britain, praising his intellect, patriotism, and standing among notable statesmen. It argues the selection reflects the best judgment of the American people and honors the presidency for its propriety and credit.
The intimation that President Cleveland will summon Congress to meet in extraordinary session early in September is welcomed. There was disappointment when the new Congress would not meet until December, as reforms pledged by the people last November were awaited. The public expects the administration to redeem Democratic pledges promptly and push urgent reform to completion this year. The people have entrusted full power to the Democracy and will hold it responsible for wise, prompt action.
The piece argues Governor Russell should confirm Rupert F. Clark, a Boston native with business ties and a gallant war record, as Police Board member. It asserts Clark is not politically active, would depoliticize the board, and contrasts him with the current incumbent, urging Executive Council to back Clark over Osborne.
A notable success shows 616 books ordered on day one for the Post Free Library. Yesterday’s mail added over 1000 volumes from across New England. Many orders are standard literary works, signaling a popular hit. The Post plans to supply up to 100000 books.
The people of the seventh district support George Fred Williams as their candidate. They believe he would be elected and urge him to set aside personal preferences and answer the call of the people.
A local column reviews Inspector Knox and a notorious pickpocket’s past, references ex Mayor Lincoln’s condition after a horse accident, notes Mrs. Olney at Mrs. Cleveland's event, and updates on World’s Fair design choices for the Woman’s Building. It highlights Governor Russell’s reception by workers, praises Robert Treat Paine’s institute support, and lists police officers Good Curtis and Fessenden, plus World’s Columbian Exposition music selections by Whiting and Whitney.
A collage of humorous quotes and quips from multiple papers lampoons daily life. Jests on household chores, fashion, travel, and social mores mix with wry remarks about politics and manners, reflecting a satirical snapshot of early 20th century humor and commentary.
A letter from Thomas Smyth questions a Senate report on the province lands at Provincetown. He urges publication of the bill and committee report to reveal how the land might be diverted to private ownership and argues the bill is obscure.
About 1500 Bostonians will participate in a Renaissance themed festival at the Museum on Wednesday night April 5. Attendees will wear period dress from 1600 French court to Dutch and English outfits with nobles, merchants, and minstrels in elaborate costumes. Preparations run through the week with tailors, wigmakers, and costume shops busy.
A catalog style summary listing several 1890s titles with publishers and brief critical notes. Blood Royal by Grant Allen explores ancestral delusion in an English family. Gentleman Upcott's Daughter by Tom Cob Leigh is praised for wit and Somersetshire flavor. A French Reader on the Cumulative Method by Adolph Dreysping aids beginners with translations and illustrations. The Coming Religion by Thomas Van Ness argues a future synthesis of Jesus, Science, and Humanity. How She Earned It recounts a self-made woman’s rise via stenography and publishing. The Parsifal of Richard Wagner offers an enthusiastic, analytical Wagnerian review.
Producers debate coiffure styles and train types for a grand pageant. Edward Robinson and Holker Abbott head the committee as artists study six days a week since the affair was projected. The festival aims to vividly portray two centuries of Renaissance life across England France Spain Italy Germany and the Netherlands with authentic arts crafts court life sports and daily life scenes.
Fire at the International Coal Company surface works in Bridgeport, controlled by the Whitney syndicate, has destroyed machine shops, bank heads and other wooden structures. A large coal supply near the mine mouth is burning, with no telegraphic contact to Bridgeport and Fuller details unavailable. Volumes of smoke rise overhead.
Chicago page notes recount the last night tally of World’s Fair coupon votes. Thomas F. Hickey had the largest total, with K R Neptune saving about 15 000 coupons for second in the at large list. George E Bradley wins in Chelsea district and George H Smith dominates South Boston. Other districts show leaders Meaney Cambridge district and Gannon Cambridge leader, while many with under 1000 votes are omitted.
A numbered list of individuals and addresses with monetary figures appears, including William Wall at 199 Cambridge St and George W. Buchan in Andover Mass, plus several others with payments or balances ranging from 0.00 to 5 071. The fragmentary text shows names followed by towns and varied sums, suggesting a financial or debtor ledger excerpt.
Readable fragments list individuals with addresses and numbers: E Colbert 8341 Windsor St 29 839 James Pitt 1229 Cambridge St 27 386 Frank P Brown transfer station 24 23 Thomas N Ayres Fifth St saw 3 495 Samuel W Joel 10 Watson St 3 426 Peter McKay 3 Tremont Pl 2 940 E F Wilkins Austin a tondke 2 304 W K Chadwick 27 Austin St 1 066 John Bergin 154 Amory St 1 000
George H. Melick 91 Prospect st 21 728 J J Murray 40 Pleasant st 20 144 Miss M A Kerns 12 Walker ave 16 154 Alfred F Ruby 474 Main st 1 822 Eddie D Hughes 381 Medford st 1 895 William P Barnes 24 Mapleaye 1 145
A compiled roster shows individuals and corresponding numbers linked to addresses on Worcester Street Edgewood Kendall Rosseter Norwich Shawmut Shawmut Camden Lenox Columbus and Brighton. Names include Mrs Bishop J L Kingston Lucy Drennan Michael Cadigan James Husson W Fleming J A Downey McKenzie Robert Lockhart G W Trout P J Foran Walter Cox William Hayward among others.
In Philadelphia on March 80 a summit between E R Crutcher of Kansas City and James Pari of Washington, allied with President Lombard, and leaders William McGeorge Jr and George Burnham of the opposing faction failed to decide a nominee. A further meeting is planned. Lombard plans to retire in favor of a candidate favorable to his interests. the Philadelphia faction will likely name their own nominee, probably a Bostonian. Lombard remains in the city but declines comment.
New York March 30 stockholders at a meeting of the Edison Electric Illuminating Company of New York voted to raise the company capital stock from 6 500 000 to 10 000 000 dollars reflecting expansion plans and enhanced operations for the electric lighting firm.
In a mock exchange, Puck notes Parkeberry is financially embarrassed while another character counters that he has more money than he knows what to do with. The witty banter underscores a satirical view of wealth.
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