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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1892
Page
4
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The Common Council is set to trim a loan order enlarged by the Board of Aldermen and carrying 3,085,000 dollars. Critics urge halving the amount and insist the proposal, not political, needs tighter, more prudent funding. If the Mayor sees the bill as is, he may veto to pare it to reasonable proportions.
The New Hampshire Democratic platform proclaims a currency where every dollar is equal in value to every other dollar. It critiques Connecticut Republicans for equivocation and Massa chusetts Republicans for delayed condemnation of national policy. The message emphasizes a sound currency and honest dollars of one hundred cents each.
The text outlines three plank aims: tariff reform, Honest money, and Grover Cleveland. It states the party is organized for victory on this platform, signaling a concerted effort to present these themes to voters. The mention of Grover Cleveland anchors the candidate or era associated with the platform.
A Boston and Maine track accident left Bernard GouLp mortally injured with both legs severed. He died at a hospital after hours of delay and no immediate aid or train stoppage was recorded. The piece questions railroad vigilance and responsibility for the grieving wife and the slow response.
Governor Abbett proposes to revoke charters of coal road trusts in New Jersey to curb rising coal prices. Officials met Tuesday to outline chancery court actions including injunctions and decrees to halt lease operations with Reading railroad. The plan relies on state law, with federal antitrust limits noted, and seeks Congressional support for swift relief.
The Concord convention declares the New Hampshire Democrats recognize Grover Cleveland as a strong tariff reform leader who guided the party to victory in 1890 and will deliver triumph in 1892. Objection was minor and quickly dismissed as sentiment favored a likely unanimous nomination.
A report questions reviving tax qualification via a large bill by Mr Parkman. The proposed voter list would start with those who paid a poll tax last year, with others excluded or delayed. Critics say the provision undermines the amendment by tying registration to tax payment and enables repeated purging and obstructive requalification.
The excerpt argues that the ballot should be genuinely free in Massachusetts, contending that adoption of the amendment did not guarantee true freedom and urging real electoral independence for the people.
The push to bury all electric wires faces delays from mercantile affairs committee and state boards. Advocates urge immediate passage empowering cities to require underground wires, promising a cleaner city, improved service, and relief from a growing nuisance.
A Boston Journal critique argues McKinleyites favor Pennsylvania coal trusts for local gains. It condemns sectional selfishness while warning that Massachusetts leaders tolerate New England concessions to party bosses, hindering resistance to broader encroachments.
A collage of humorous lines and anecdotes featuring John N. Sullivan, Hattie Adams, and a New York hobbledehoy. The piece includes zany exchanges about marriage, a strait jacket remark at a university, a creditor joke, a court martial quip, and a discussion on Chinese labor law and immigration.
Letter to the editor from C H K of Melrose Highlands dated May 10 1892 thanks readers for aid to Bernard Gould widow and two daughters after a fatal Charlestown train accident. The author recalls hearing the incident from an incoming train and criticizes that the man was left to suffer for two hours, urging accountability.
A new style called the suspender gown features light figured chalice fabric with high cuffs collar bodice and shoulder suspenders of brown meire. The outfit is complemented by a brown lace straw bonnet with loops and strings of fawn colored meire ribbon, brightening the toilette.
The President considers two arbitrators for the Behring Sea settlement with one likely from the Supreme Court. Justice Harlan is reportedly asked to represent the United States and has consented to serve.
Alderman Tiepke of Pawtucket joined the Norfolk Club last night and shared reflections on how events unfolded. President Rice quipped about Congressman Cogswell’s absence, while Chief Justice Field joined neighborhood play with children. City Auditor Dodge faced reporters and Democrats’ Patrick Maguire was profiled for his leadership at the party convention with firm, seasoned handling of any filibuster.
Fred Plaisted of Portland heads to Winnipeg tomorrow to train the Winnipeg Club crew. Mrs. Robert Goelet will open her Newport cottage in June while Mr. Goelet goes to Canada for spring fishing. Biddeford’s Dr. Parkhurst analogue, Rev. William Rader, has been summoned before the grand jury after a recent incognito tour of rum dens. W S Fletcher of Amherst College Library becomes first vice president of the American Library Association and will preside at Lakewood NJ next week after Librarian K A Linderfelt’s death in Milwaukee.
Mrs Wanamaker spends part of summer at Carlsbad after visiting her son's Paris home. Zola advocates applying American lynch law to Anarchists. Minister Lincoln to present at least twenty nine American ladies at a Buckingham Palace drawing room. Mme Patti plans May 18 departure with Mrs Mary Scott Rowland, who will spend summer in Wales. Juliette Doda, Franco Prussian War heroine and Legion of Honor recipient, is now a Paris school inspector.
Rome with May 11 Official Gazette reports King Humbert accepted the Rudini Cabinet resignation. Signor Giolitti instructed to form a new government as Italy moves to a reshaped cabinet.
Review notes Robert Mantell’s rise from Scotland to stage stardom. He arrives in Boston for a week at Bowdoin Square Theatre with two new to Boston plays The Louisianian and Parrhasars plus a demanding repertory.
A compact column mocks congressional pork bills and Harrison’s positions. It notes Wyoming residents in mittens and sleighs, hints at Methodist dancing debates in Omaha, and jokes about Consul General New returning for Harrison's renomination. Montana GOP backs Blaine, while Russell Montana’s newspaper venture triggers feisty reactions.
Washington May 11 Ex Senator John James Ingalls Kansas delegate-at-large is the administration choice for permanent chairman of the Minneapolis convention while ex Collector Jacob Sloat Fassett New York is the anti administration or Platts pick The selections reflect Ingalls friendly terms with President Harrison and a view he is the ablest fairest presiding officer available.
The Cecilia’s wage-earners concerts closed with a full Musiq Hall crowd as 12 000 to 13 000 applications were received for four events. President Coale praised the success, noting consistently crowded houses and generous employer support, and prospects for a next year series are strong with a favorable vote anticipated.
London May 11 The Rt Hon George Goschen Chancellor of the Exchequer told bi metallic deputations that England would take part in an international conference on the silver question. Britain will not commit to any principle yet and will consider deputation views and Indian interests as it weighs the invitation. He hoped the conference would reach a satisfactory solution and ease the vexed issue.
Lord Salisbury met with representatives of the London Trades Council after Conservative talks with Mr. Gladstone. He warned that an eight hour bill would be resisted by employers and some workers, raise production costs and prices, reduce demand, and push manufacturers to seek freedom in the United States while English markets stay open.
A Paris Herald note describes a model hat with the crown removed and replaced by pale gray velvet, a band of metal embroidery in dark gray and silver, and an aigrette shading from light gray to white. It praises the cool appearance and suggests it as especially becoming for summer wear.
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