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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1895
Page
4
Boston Post issue dated May 4 1896 presents typical 19th century newspaper content. The brief item highlights political context in New England with Democratic representation and local notices. Readers encounter period-typical editorials and public notices reflecting civic discourse of the era.
The article argues that with the armistice expiring next Wednesday, Japan seeks only what is rightfully hers for protection and guarantees. It dismisses demands from Russia France and Germany as unjust prompts for war, praising Japan’s diplomatic and military deftness and predicting she will avoid new complications.
An editorial denounces the so called bimetallic conference in Memphis as a ruse for single silver coinage at 16 to 1. Comptroller Eckels labels the movement as monometallic and opposite to international bimetallism, arguing it would drive gold from the country and suppress free coinage.
The article discusses Captain Murphy of the Sars field Guards and a Massachusetts state question on gun rights. It notes Judge Sherman sending the case to the Supreme Court for final determination and references the state bill of rights guaranteeing the people’s right to keep and bear arms for the common defence.
The St James Gazette warns Britain may occupy Corinto and erase Nicaraguan towns if payment fails while the London Globe rebukes American press for bluster. The piece condemns Britain’s tactics from arbitration refusal to hostile threats, urging strict Monroe Doctrine usage.
The Post favors printing ballots in separate columns with a symbol at each header and a single mark to vote the whole party ticket. Supporters say it simplifies voting for straight-ticket voters and reduces errors, while in New York it is urged to aid illiterates.
The Observant Citizen reports Harry Schaff from Pittsfield visiting for a rest and entering the Boston bar scene. James Donovan remains calm amid caucus talk. Neil Paul Brennan shines in amateur theatricals. Miss Emily Kendal sends a kitty desk ornament. Joe Hoar signs with Grand Museum. a celebration for Hoar includes notable guests. Boston hotel openings expand as Sanford Cunningham add Haynes House lease in Springfield. A veteran conductor cites ticket-training as key to identification work. Urban glow and a new Millard Fillmore bust for the Capitol are noted. Gongs on mail cars prompt debate on distinct tones. The Fadette Woman’s Orchestra, seven-time members, receives praise for consistency. Station 4 jokes about Officer Michael J. Kelley, clarifying multiple Kelleys in the force.
The Brooklyn grand jury indicts an electric street railway company for manslaughter and arrests its president over a fatal collision with an old lady. The piece argues that lack of proper car fenders endangers pedestrians and calls for stronger safety measures across cities.
Massachusetts lawmakers cite New York's secret ballot law revisions as a model to adopt. The Albany bill, backed by broad support, focuses on ensuring voters can cast their ballot with clear, fair procedures.
The Waltham News notes the 3-cent Sunday Post has been well received by the public. Publisher Mr. Grazier earns praise for offering more value at a lower price and the mascot smiles along with strong sales after the price cut.
From the Beverly Times The Sunday Pest at 8 cents is a dandy. It was cheap at 5 cents and had a tion. At fivesent price no Bun Wap teadtna is coaplete withous the Pest.
A House report outlines a metropolitan water supply plan joining twenty one cities and towns with Boston paying the largest share. The bill contemplates a forty year loan and rebates for towns supplying from their own sources. Cambridge Waltham Lexing ton and Winchester are left out.
The British steamer Angloman from Boston April 23 to Liverpool passed Kinsale damaged after ice contact. A tug assisted her at Kinsale and her stern is partly sunk preventing passage over the Liverpool bar.
Port Colborne reports the steamship Fairbanks went ashore around two in the morning in thick weather. The forecastle caught fire two hours later, likely from a lamp upset. The steamer and car ferry were completely destroyed, and the crew reached Port Colborne by small boat.
The British steamer Circassia bound for New York ran aground in the Clyde near Dumbarton. Two tenders were sent to aid the vessel as it remains stranded.
Next week Marie Burroughs appears at the Museum stage in The Prodigal and later Leah and Romeo and Juliet. Alexander Salvini stars at the Hollis in Hamiet with Maude Dixon. two weeks of repertory follow. Ada Rehan performed Katherine in The Taming of the Shrew at the Hollis last night.
Numerous Baptist Congregations and other denominations schedule morning services, communion, Sunday schools, and evening programs. Included are Clarendon Street Baptist, Tremont Temple, First Baptist, Mount Vernon, Old South, St. John the Evangelist, Christ Church, and more with sermons by Rev. Harriman, Rev. Lorimer, Rev. D. Nathan E. D., and others plus musical and youth activities.
At the United States Hotel a dinner for the Charlestown Cadets NCO Association was held with Sergeants E J Flanders J H Jacobs W H Wilson BE W Gordon Corporals R F Howard J F Goode E Gruffing J A Stevens J R Treadwell Musician R Lufkin and Private G H Hayden present First Sergeant Flanders presided and led a general discussion of military matters afterward.
Brooklyn City Railroad Company indicted for manslaughter by Kings County grand jury over the March 26 death of Mrs. Mary Medinger who was struck and killed by a trolley car. District Attorney Ridgway also issued a summons for the corporation president Mr. Lewis.
Dr Patrick H Campbell a Dorchester resident for three years with poor health shot himself in the head at his residence on Centre street yesterday morning around 3. He formerly lived in South Boston and had built a fair medical practice after opening an office on Broadway. His health declined leading to a southern California sojourn before returning to Dorchester. His father runs a large wholesale liquor store at A and West Second streets.
Dr Brady announces a three month cycle of Sunday Morning Excursions With Jesus from May to July traveling through biblical sites Bethlehem Nazareth Cana Samaria Nain Gergesa Jerusalem Galilee Tyre Mt Hermon Mt Zion Perea Gethsemane and Glory A new chart and musical aids by Miss Marion Luce and the Temple Octo Quartet will accompany the tours Brady travels in the Holy Land to lead informed services and expects fresh repents.
Edgartown May 3. The arson case against Dan Lewis and Julia Damsell dominates today's Superior Court session. Arguments conclude tomorrow and the trial will be submitted to the jury.
The Boston Post urges rejecting gas magnate J Edward Axdicks and ponders who could oppose him. The piece likens the idea to the fable of the rats seeking to bell the cat and questions who would undertake the task.
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