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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1897
Page
4
The sale of about 20 million pounds of Lake Superior copper in New York at 11 cents marks a high price for years and suggests forward movement in metal and iron industries. Boston investors hold much of the Calumet, Quincy, Franklin and Stanton copper, indicating local interest in broader prosperity.
The district attorney should frame indictments to prevent technicalities and ensure offenders are punished for boodling. Prosecution must proceed swiftly to avoid delay, fortify cases, and set a strong example for Boston by suppressing or condemning boodling.
An amendment to the sundry civil appropriation bill revokes President Cleveland's order creating forest reservations totaling about 17 million acres. The piece argues the Senate overrules science and warns the House to restore the reservations, noting bipartisan heritage from Harrison and Cleveland and urging conservation for future generations.
A brief note reflects on the loss felt by people who now lack the comfort and pleasure of viewing it, highlighting a communal sense of deprivation and longing.
The Observant Citizen reports Lucius Tuttle, president of the Boston and Maine Railroad, is ill with rheumatic fever and confined to his Commonwealth Avenue home. The note also mentions Father John F. Cummins sailing for Europe, the Playgoers' Club season finale, Arbor Day events, and various local items including civic and social notes.
The piece urges European powers to halt the Greek Turkish war, arguing Greece cannot prevail and continued fighting will only cost more lives and destroy towns. It appeals to humanity and European responsibility to intervene and end the conflict promptly.
An amendment to the tariff bill would create a permanent advisory commission of experts. The piece argues current proposals lack coherence and serve special interests. It suggests a tariff commission outside Congress could craft a consistent, effective draft, though passage remains uncertain.
Daily table hints list breakfast items Cream of Wheat ham rarebit cream bread coffee fruit toward dinner includes Cream vegetable soup roast veal canned peas roasted potatoes lettuce cocoa pineapple frappe supper stewed oysters oyster crackers Callforgis Cakes haw rarebit and a pineapple frappe recipe and California cakes and Scotch scones with ingredients and method. RS BE W TILTON Oliver place Everett Mass.
Boston debate centers on Governor Wolcott's push to remove Police Commissioner General Martin amid council resistance. Editorials clash, noting designating a new chairman or forcing sale of business ties could end Martin's term. Crane and Wolcott allies loom, while public opinion generally backs the governor's course.
The Boston Beacon defends General Martin against an alliance of slums, Somerset Club members, and a U.S. Senator backing his removal from the metropolitan police board. The piece contends Martin is vindicated in the eyes of law abiding citizens and criticizes the motives of his opponents. Scannell’s charges are dismissed as irrelevant to the issue.
The Boston Journal notes Governor Wolcott’s forceful report disqualifying the city police chief from holding office. The executive council majority rejects the governor’s recommendation, allowing police to doubt private interests over public duties. The piece urges public acceptance of the governor’s verdict as wise and just.
The Boston Herald notes Governor Wolcott's decision in the General Martin case raises questions on state versus local control of police. It argues the public interest outweighs an individual's career as the governor weighs evidence and charges, leading to General Martin's removal as police commissioner.
General Martin is declared totally free from personal dishonor with no suspicion of corruption. Governor Wolcott condemns some actions by the chairman but affirms Martin's character, efficiency, and protection of public morals, earning citizens’ trust.
The Boston Record notes Governor Wolcott fulfilled his duty yet was outvoted by the council on the Police Board. It argues he will not depose General Martin or create executive friction. General Martin will continue as police commissioner without irritation from the governor.
The piece discusses Governor Wolcott’s conflict with Commissioner Martin over ties to the Pearl Hill Lithia Company and the involvement of Martin’s sons in related transactions. It notes Executive Council resistance to Wolcott’s recommendations, allowing Martin to stay on the Boston Police Board if he chooses. It urges Martin to sever outside associations to improve administration.
The Boston Transcript defends Governor’s removal action against the Boston Police Board chairman, noting the governor relies on General Martin’s testimony alone. It warns the impact on police morale if Martin stays and emphasizes public trust hinges on decisive leadership.
The Boston Traveler argues Governor Wolcott should replace General Martin and that the entire Police Board, including Clark and Curtis, resigns to restore public confidence. The piece condemns the board as a laughing stock and urges decency in stepping down.
A majority of Senators surveyed support Governor Wolcott’s stance in the Martin case. They praise his demand for high official conduct and criticize the council for not sustaining him, with multiple colleagues weighing in their agreement and reasons.
Boston legislators express mixed views on the governor’s independence and the council’s decision regarding General Martin. Some praise the council’s prudence and fairness while others question sustainment and foresee changes to the body’s role.
An old style newspaper ad extols a popular store offering Fancy Cheviots at 8 10 12 and 15 dollars and railroad uniforms by S W Loomis with fit and finish. Bicycle suits priced at four dollars to four fifty may rise to four ninety eight if demand stalls. The copy promises satisfaction and honest value over cheaper marked down goods.
A mix of residents from Boston Cambridge Melrose and other cities debate Governor Wolcott stance on General Martins removal amid ties to lithia company. Supporters praise his decision as proper while critics argue council weakness and demand resignation or sustaining the governor.
The piece surveys varied figures including Gov Grout tapping 45 000 maple trees in Vermont and generating 12 000 pounds of sugar, Speaker Reed weighing 200 pounds, Pope villa site at Twickenham, Stanton Sickles linked to General Sickles, Signor Baldetti’s vow in a monastery, Captain Romeyn’s court martial outcome, and an impending Chill government appointment with a Nashville exhibit after June 1.
In Boston's North End a young Italian woman Angela Benedeta known as Un Angelo faces a brutal street harasser. Gripped by vengeance she draws the perilous persecoloso dagger, kills the man, and is judged in a crowded Pemberton Square court. A returning lover Antonio Cavalieri arrives to comfort her as the dagger slides from his pocket.
A mix of quips and jokes from various periodicals. A physician warns about diet, a wife worries about Mary’s role, and a boarder jokes about remedies for dyspepsia. The tone is light, reprinted as an exchange of wry observations.
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