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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1892
Page
4
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The piece argues the 1890 and 1891 campaigns educated Massachusetts voters on tariff reform, predicting a Democratic victory in 1892 on that issue. It states unity will prevail, local nominations postponed until the main issue is settled, and a Democratic Legislature and U.S. Senator will follow the statewide win.
The Post exposes methods of baby farming traffic, urging swift strengthening and enactment of the bill. It argues current law allows easy buying and selling of children without record or supervision, warning that laws cannot be too stringent and must be changed quickly.
A historic piece argues that tariffs shield the anthracite coal trust by taxing bituminous coal. It cites the American Economist and notes a recent price hike: domestic sizes up twenty five cents per ton, steam sizes up ten cents per ton. It warns that removing the tariff would allow British Province coal to compete and lower steam-size prices.
The piece argues the party should name Haile for Massachusetts as it did Allen last year under the same press influence. It contends the fight is not about individuals but a broader defeat strategy driven by a single organ.
The House passed a relief bill for American merchants and restoration of the American carrying trade. The New York Tribune calls it a move that could close shipyards and harm dependent industries, while merchants in Boston and New York push for American ships to fly the flag and serve American trade. Democratic support signals continued alignment with merchants, with a goal of broader reform possibly requiring a Democratic Senate and President.
The New York Sun shifts from backing Hiav to supporting two thirds rule and a third nomination of Cleveland. The piece notes growing Cleveland sentiment among states and delegates, insists on Chicago rules and free expression, and suggests Hitt could seize a chance to present Cleveland’s name for New York.
Senator Teller and Congressman Walker condemn any halt to piling silver pigs in the U S Treasury vaults as Democrats push repeal of the law. Republicans in Massachusetts face pressure from merchants of Boston and New York, while Mr An Drew and the Democratic party rally to change the act.
Senators debate actions on silver purchase amid party divisions while Teller protests against undoing Republican legislation. Meantime a large stockpile of pig silver purchased by order of the Republican Congress accumulates in the Treasury at about six tons daily.
Editor argues a city treasury balance unappropriated could fund opening Charlesbank gym this season. The park commissioners and Mayor clash with aldermen over a further transfer, while residents want access to the playground.
The Post builds circulation and reputation to gain power not for self gain but to serve the public. It aims to protect rights and push reforms for the welfare of the many against a few, trusting the people to judge its worth.
The engagement is announced of Senator William S. McNary to Miss Martin of East Boston. The Hon. Robert C. Winthrop called on President Harrison Saturday. Mr. Winthrop has enjoyed acquaintance with every U.S. president except Washington and Jefferson. Representative Wilbur H. Powers of Hyde Park runs for State Senate. General William F. Draper of Hopedale is favored for a congressional nomination. H. H. Carter offered West End street railway general manager post while away in Maine. Virginia? Professor and Mrs. G. H. Palmer of Harvard accept Harper offer of 12000 dollars a year at Chicago university. Mrs. Alice Freeman Palmer to be dean of women at second great university admitting women on equal terms with men. Professors Palmer to move West in early winter.
Lord Francis Clinton Hope and Mr Charles Blacker of England visit Newport while ex Senator Edmunds plans a Europe voyage next Saturday and may stop in Burlington briefly. Rhode Island Woman Suffrage leader Elizabeth B Chase is the state's top female taxpayer. Laconia collector E P Jewell confirms 131 spellings of Winnipisaukee with Win nipisogee deemed correct. Yale philosopher Rev George Trumbull Ladd departs Vancouver May 15 to lecture in Tokyo. A Blaine Maine woman whose father perished at Andersonville draws a pension. at 28 she measures 65-61-415 and can stand only a minute or two.
Lord Brassey arrives at Cowes aboard Sunbeam and eyes a voyage to America. Ex-Senator Evarts plans a Europe trip with his family to see an oculist though his sight is less impaired than rumored. Senator Ransom notes a dual private secretary, the second mirroring the first. Miss Lucy Lee Hill, Kentucky World's Fair commissioner, is Lt Gen A. P. Hill's daughter and Gen John Morgan's niece. Herman Zeitung travels Europe stuffed in a trunk, later to be shown in museums, a future railway baggagemen curiosity.
The May magazines review literary reminiscences and biographical legends surrounding Browning, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and a galaxy of writers. It highlights Mrs Ritchie’s Browning recollections, Howells, Kipling, Page, Aldrich, and Gilder, with notes on The Century's May issue and various serials, essays, and illustrations across historical journals.
The Boston Post issued a handsome engraving titled One Hundred Massachusetts Notabilities. The Worcester West Chronicle notes it is both useful and ornamental, offering a chance to become acquainted with the physiognomy of many public men not easily seen elsewhere. A copy can be viewed in the Chronicle containing room.
A Boston era piece discusses possible candidates for Congress in the new Twelfth District Peleg McFarlin and H H Pratt are named as strong Democratic options for the seat. It also notes Republicans may run William F Wharton and predicts party leaders aim to secure ten of thirteen districts. Morse for Lieutenant Governor is debated amid other shifts in state races.
The Boston Sunday Times features the Boston Post’s engraving One Hundred Massachusetts Notabilities a striking artwork with Governor Russell at the center, ex governors surrounding him, the state coat of arms at the head and the State House at the bottom. De Vinne & Co printed it for Century artists. Coupons from the Boston Post entitle buyers to a copy.
A letter to the editor signed by Joan 8 Gordon of 576 E Second St S Boston argues for collecting taxes by February 1 to deter a so called Back Bay exodus. She references local business New Home Sewing Machine at 460 Tremont as context.
The Boston Globe held its fifth annual employee dinner at the American House with 350 attendees. General Charles H. Taylor spoke as a guest, joined by speakers Jank Stanyon and W. H. Hills. Letters of regret arrived from Globe employees in other cities.
An alarm from Box 41 sent the fire department to 292 Washington street shortly before 7 last evening. The blaze confined to the second story of a hat manufactory, with damage not exceeding $50. Officials think the fire was set.
The Baltimore Manufacturers Record notes several new southern ventures in April including a $100,000 glass ring company in Atlanta a $50,000 brewing firm in Durham a $100,000 stove works in Newport and a $500,000 cotton mill company in Winston Salt Lake? Clarify: Winston, N C. Also listed are a $60,000 mining firm in Rockdale Texas a $600,000 mineral land and furnace company in Roanoke Va and a $200,000 carriage factory in Wheeling W Va.
The Baltimore Sun reports the Oldenburg from Bremen arrived at Locust Point with 2493 immigrants, the largest single ship landing in an American port. Most were German with some Russians and Scandinavians. custom per capita tax paid. week total of arrivals nears 5139 new citizens aboard several ships.
The Boston Most State engraving of One Hundred Massachusetts Notabilities is issued as a handsome work centered on Governor Russell. The Post plans a 50 000 edition, distributed by a coupon system in exchange for thirty coupons from the Boston Post.
The Boston Post offers a new State engraving titled One Hundred Massachusetts Notables. A coupon system grants thirty different dated coupons from the Post entitling holders to a copy. Portraits include Governor Russell at center and prominent clergy, merchants, philanthropists, and lawyers. The work, praised as artful and suitable for libraries or offices, features fine half-tone likenesses.
An eight page Boston Jewish Chronicle engraving features portraits of notable Massachusetts figures including Rev. Dr. Schindler, Hon. Leopold Morse, and A. Shuman. It is obtainable on thirty copper coupons from the Post, priced at one cent. The print serves as office or library ornament suitable for sitting or dining rooms.
The Boston Post issue presents photogravure portraits of notable Massachusetts figures including Governor W. F. Russell and others. Cambridge is represented by several leaders such as Rev. Dr. A. P. Peabody and Professor Alexander Agassiz. The Century artists crafted the portraits, printed as a souvenir by De Vinne.
From the Lowell Mail, Boston readers urge action on rapid transit. Citizens complain the Legislature leans toward the stage coach plan rather than a swift, modern solution and demand a decisive settlement.
The Valley Echo reports the Boston Post has released a state engraving titled One Hundred Massachusetts Notabilities. It is described as artistic and attractive and features prominent figures from across Massachusetts in all fields.
Nathan Matthews claims rights to a Carleton street back entrance, building a fence that blocks tenants from using front doors and threatens to force changes in home layouts. A legal fight ensues with Brown and Langmaid’s heirs, a trench and rebuilt fence, and tenants contemplating move or altered rooms as the dispute nears court.
Greenfield Mass May 2 James S Grinnell writes from Virginia praising a Massachusetts engraving volume for its beauty and fine photographs, calling the counterfeit presentments admirable and surpassing any prior example.
The piece portrays Mrs. Browning with long ringlets partly obscuring her face and fashion sense as old fashioned yet free from masculine emulation. It notes her reserve and measured, purposeful remarks and hints at the contrast between silent study and lively talk.
A Philadelphia reader explains the origin of so called whiskey seats at major theatres. A veteran attendee notes buying end seats to avoid interruptions and mentions newspaper men assigned to cover the first nights. The anecdote hints at habit and social theater culture.
William P. Fowler was re elected chairman and veteran clerk Mr Potter will handle duties for another year. Fowler's term expired May 1 and the Board of Aldermen refused to confirm him twice. Mayor Matthews reportedly will not appoint a successor and he will hold on.
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