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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1893
Page
4
The Boston Post announces subscription pricing for daily and weekly editions, terms, and renewal policies. It lists payment methods, offices in Boston and New York, and requests readers to notify changes by mail. Editor and Publisher is E A Grozier.
Colonel Coveney receives widespread congratulations in Boston as the new postmaster candidate. The article praises his gallantry, integrity, and administrative talent, noting his esteemed character and commanding presence. It compares him to General Corse and asserts he will be an ideal post master for the demanding office.
The feature of the evening is the nomination of Governor McKinley as the Republican candidate by the Home Market Club. The piece questions the club’s motives and ridicules the ceremonial gestures while noting McKinley’s reputation and the public’s stance against McKinleyism.
The Episcopal convention chose a Massachusetts man, Rev William Lawrence, to succeed Bishop Brooks noting his mind and character meet high expectations. Law rence’s local ties and reputation ease his entry, with public and church confidence in his ability to fulfill duties.
The author argues against a recount in the seventh district, claiming it wastes money and invites error and fraud. A single, safeguarded count should suffice, after which ballots are destroyed to prevent further disputes and expense. The piece warns of potential national consequences if a presidential result hinged on recounts.
A period editorial argues the Treasury can operate without bank support as gold reserves rise from 97,011,230 to nearly 98,000,000. It asserts no risk of gold payments failure and suggests issuing limited bonds to steady the country and restore Treasury footing.
The speaker urges Washington to heed a patriotic call for banks to lend surplus gold to the Treasury but argues it is a temporary expedient that reveals no real Treasury weakness. Banks should attend to their business and the Treasury should be self supporting, setting an example to repeal the dangerous laws pushing the country toward crisis.
The piece reassures that Boston should stay calm despite a stock market wobble and a broken cordage pool. It argues that agriculture remains strong, legitimate industry thrives, and only speculative bubbles and tariff-backed trusts show weakness, with the national economy and government finances described as solid and stable.
The writer condemns the World’s Fair in Chicago as a failure, citing incomplete facilities and harsh greed by hotels and locals. Railroads and transport costs are seen as deterring visitors, delaying attendance beyond May, with expenses higher than at Philadelphia Centennial. Urges rapid reform to reverse the tide.
The Observant Citizen recounts meeting Rev Dr Lawrence newly elected bishop praised for modesty broad church views and ease in conversation. Rear Admiral George E Belknap visits Washington street while Edward G Porter Dorchester preacher is praised for eloquence and Hawaii knowledge. James F Hunnewell Charles Town noted on Hawaii trade. John Fynes joins Knights of Labor and runs a telephone column. B A A committee room displays badges worn by Harry Cornish in athletic events.
The Boston Globe profiles Colonel Albert A. Pope, newly elected commander of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States. It notes his Civil War service, leadership, and role as bicycle pioneer, philanthropist, and longtime civic figure with residences on Commonwealth Avenue and the Jerusalem Road estate Asa P. Potter.
The Columbian musical festival opens in Mechanics Hall before a full audience. Sousa leads a strong program with a women's orchestra, mixed chorus, Signor Campanini, Herr Mertens, and Mme Fursh-Madi as soloists. The show includes Liszt, Gounod, and Offenbach pieces, with Wagner selections planned for the afternoon and a mixed program in the evening.
Attorney General Pillsbury refuses to comment on the Lizzie Borden case saying there is nothing to report at present and promises to disclose information when ready. The Post editorial staff criticizes his handling as denying Lizzie Borden her constitutional right to speedy justice.
A Paine's Furniture Company claim at 48 Canal Street touts wood mantels as a superb investment with prices at their lowest this year. The ad also promotes the New Home Sewing Machine at 160 Tremont.
Emma Sheridan Fry abandons stage life to settle in Exeter Chambers Boston and pursue playwriting. Margaret Windeyer becomes the sole woman appointed by a foreign government as a commissioner to the World’s Fair, daughter of Sir William Windeyer. Mrs. Gladstone attends the House of Commons and keeps husband William in line at Downing Street, joking about home rule.
The School of Expression on Beacon Street held its graduating exercises last night with Professor 8. 8. Curry delivering the address. Diplomas were awarded to General culture course students Elizabeth J. Cartwright Emma 8. Condit Isa bella Caroline Couch. speakers' course Alberto Adellman Bennett A.M.. teachers' course Mary Pierson Allen Mary Louise Baright Bertha Isabell Burnett Margaret Virginia Jenkins Mary Elizabeth Nye Judith Anne Plummer Mary Emily Redington Charlotte Ruth Shannon Rebecca Cochran Slaymaker Rosa Franziska Witte.
The text describes Marie Antoinette style bags carried by bridesmaids at weddings. The bags are hung from the arm by white velvet ribbons with a floral trail and are filled with lilies of the valley. Older brides may trade prettiness for a practical item to carry down the aisle.
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