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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1892
Page
4
The notice announces a publication by POST PUBLISHING CO at 259 Washington Street. Details are brief and focus on the publisher and location. No additional names, dates, or events are provided in the readable text.
A call to raise five thousand dollars to keep the Charlesbank gymnasiums open. The Post pledges about 700 dollars if the other seven Boston papers contribute, or the Herald or Globe could cover the amount alone. The piece urges unity to avoid a city park loss and defend access for youths.
The New York Tribune conducts an as yet unfinished census of American millionaires to prove that wealth accumulation by the very rich is not primarily due to tariff policies. The study proceeds state by state in alphabetical order, examining sources of wealth beyond protective measures.
The Tribune cites 166 millionaires in protected industries and 513 in unprotected sectors, provoking the Boston Journal to call the figures a striking rebuttal of demagogues who say high tariff benefits only the few. The piece questions if riches rise four times faster in unprotected industries, suggesting free trade as a path to universal wealth.
A Massachusetts case argues for a new trial for Trefethen. The author questions the murder verdict, noting no evidence of a death by violence and insufficient motive. It urges reliance on public sentiment over the jurors and calls for a retrial for the Commonwealth’s credit.
Boston endures pressure from the Pennsylvania coal monopoly as the McKinley tariff and allied monopolies squeeze New England industry. The piece urges Mellen to press Congress and the Massachusetts Legislature to act, arguing the coal trust must be struck down and the people must speak for their state without party influence.
The piece notes Congressman Walker chosen to represent Massachusetts Republicans on a congressional committee. The author questions the joke behind the selection and argues choosing a member most opposed to Massachusetts ideas is unpolitic, noting limited Republican representation from the state.
In Congress debate shifts to possible replacement for Walker. The speaker suggests another candidate may better suit the party while criticizing a man who mocks war heroes and tarnishes Colonel Shaw's memory as a current GOP representative in Massachusetts.
The Boston Journal denounces the idea that Cleveland backers push a two thirds rule repeal. The Chicago convention will nominate by two thirds, or the nominee is not viable. The Post’s table shows genuine preferences by state conventions, and Cleveland’s support continues to grow toward likely nomination.
A fragment from a late era column lampoons rising coal costs, spring spirits, and public figures. It weaves satirical lines about Jerry Rusk, the Czar, and miller millbank mysteries amid comic exchanges and racy quips.
An open letter by Colonel Albert A. Pops urges a comprehensive road exhibit at the World’s Fair. He argues current plans lack a unified, educational display on good roads and calls for a dedicated building to group all road making exhibits and educate the public. The issue highlights the rising importance of good roads for the nation.
A Cambridge letter to the Post notes widespread support for a Charles River park system. A state commission issued a preliminary report on marsh reclamation and riverfront improvements from Craigie to West Boston Bridge, with a public meeting led by the Cambridge Board of Trade urging lands be set aside for future growth and public use. May Fy 0. M.
The Boston Post declares it desires a larger circulation and greater wealth and influence to better safeguard the people's interests. It asserts its loyalty to the public and that standing with the people is always prudent.
A wedding in Paris within a fort night links Miss Lena Post to Mr. Francis McNeil Bacon of Boston. Bacon sailed for Paris last Saturday. Boston society sees Dr. Bartel’s familiar figure, while Dr A P Ordway and Mr Frank L Ordway plan a Europe tour extending to Constantinople, with possible stops in Japan or the Sandwich Islands before fall.
A Boston area political column reports General John W Corcoran may be appointed to a new Superior Court seat and Senator James W McDonald of Marlboro as a possible lieutenant governor candidate. It notes Randall faces a tough path, with Greene aiming to lead in the 13th district convention and other Republicans potentially joining the race. Delegates are urged to attend a Boston meeting May 6 to review convention travel plans.
Oliver Ames of New England Faces plans a 500000 dollar residence build in North Easton. Mrs. Joshua C. Durfee, ex Fall River resident, lies near death at Stafford Road Sliverton home with slim recovery hope. James C. Eddy donates original 1835 organ subscription paper to Fall River First Congregational Society, preserved by the late Mrs. Henry Fish. George M. Stearns of Chicopee is recovering from grip and hopes to travel to Italy soon. Joseph E. Moore of Thomaston Me and Sidney E. Smith visit, Moore a Maine Democrat eyed for ninth district renomination to challenge Dingley.
Aristocratic guests including Sir Charles and Lady Tupper of Canada, Old Jerome Bonaparte of Washington, and Mr and Mrs Ross R Winans of Baltimore plan Newport residence this season. Also listed are Professor J G Schurman who declined UC presidency, Dan Rice now in real estate, Mrs Pierre Lorillard with daughter Maud, and O G Warren of Buffalo Commercial facing pneumonia. A Greeley letter found in a Pottstown library book concerns John Eckerd's interest.
The Oliver Ditson Company lists new music including Polonaise Brilliante and On Lake Nepigon by Dr J Max Mueller, Whiz Gallop by T H Rollinson, Enchantress valse sentimentale, plus new songs from Harvard Monthly with music by F Boott and Pontet Piccolomini. Also announced are The Sphinx publication and the May Musical Record offerings such as A Hymn of the Homeland and Memorial March.
The Lowell Times notes the Boston Post supported Speaker Barrett for Lieutenant Governor but Barrett rejects the idea. Willie Barrett declares he will not play second fiddle to Mr Haile or anyone else and keeps his eye on the main chance, recalling last year's self-kick.
Vienna reports the engagement of Count Herbert Bismarck to the Countess Margaret Hoyos. The 21 year old heiress is the daughter of Count George Hoyos and Alice Whitehead, daughter of the torpedo inventor Robert Whitehead.
London May 5 The marriage of Mr. Austin Lee secretary of the British Embassy at Paris to Mrs DeWolf Taylor an American lady, which had been arranged for today, has been postponed to a later date due to unforeseen circumstances.
Counsellor-at-law pMunD Davis of Hyde Park denounces the Trefethen verdict as the most astounding in state courts. He argues the evidence did not justify conviction for illegal liquor selling and commends the press for its emphatic but dispassionate critique of harming a person’s life and reputation. May 5.
A reader praises the Post for its coverage and denounces the jury verdict in the Trefethen case. The letter questions the speed and basis of the conviction, criticizing Ex Governor Long's address and the reliance on limited, uncertain testimony. The writer warns that human life deserves stronger safeguards than a quick, theory-based verdict.
A reader urges the Post to seek a public verdict on Trefethen’s guilt via a coupon vote. The writer bets the majority would find him innocent despite prevailing circumstances, and suggests labeling the result under the heading Innocent with Joan Harrax of Roabary, Mass.
A Malden letter to the Post editor on May 5 questions the guilty verdict, praising justice and charity while insisting the testimony against the prisoner is lacking and calling the verdict an abomination.
A letter to the Post urges action to protect the elm trees at Park Square and Boylston Street from horses gnawing bark and from electric car wires that have damaged limbs near the Public Garden, fearing further elm loss.
From the Haverhill Gazette Barrett tells the Boston Post he will not seek the lieutenant governorship. He says when he runs for the state’s top job it will be by a direct bid, not a back door approach, and he asserts he knows what he wants.
From the Newport News column the Boston Post claims Democrats have a clear path to victory but notes it remains to be seen if they will pursue it. The item reflects early election speculation and partisan commentary without detailing candidates or dates.
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