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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1895
Page
13
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The Prussian Parliament backed a motion for an international monetary conference to restore silver and abolish the single gold standard. Britain France Italy and the United States show support, signaling a growing movement toward a global bimetallic settlement.
The governor argues the Tremont street widening is the greatest road improvement for Boston and urges immediate land acquisition. His stance aligns with private citizens with large interests in the city, though he has no vote on the Board of Aldermen.
Carnegie raises wages by 10 percent across his steel works including Homestead following the historic strike. The move, praised as voluntary, comes after McKinley era policies and follows the end of the 18% wage agreement once in force.
The New York Tribune declares every wage advance a victory for Republican principles yet admits prosperity and higher wages come from Democratic laws. It notes the boom results from Democratic policy and questions GOP control, while Grover Cleveland vetoes linger and limits change for years. The piece highlights shifting blame and evolving economic narrative.
The archbishop’s fifty years in the ministry begin with a Boston celebration drawing distinguished clergy and laypeople. The event carries substantial local interest and honors a long service to the church.
The City of Boston honors Archbishop Williams for fifty years of continuous service. He is celebrated as a man and citizen whose voice and actions have aided moral, intellectual, and material advancement. His influence is felt across communities, and Boston’s public recognizes his steadfast work and leadership.
The Boston school committee opposes keeping public school yards closed during vacation, arguing that opening the grounds would provide safe playgrounds for thousands of children who otherwise play in the streets. They say surveillance concerns are minor next to the benefits for youth health and safety.
A collection of light anecdotes from Union Station and Boston local life. Stories include a man found near a foundry, Mayor Curtis and President Sanford, a burned Alderman Bryant badge found by a boy, court delays for Elijah Morse and Helen Gougar, daily encounters of Corbett and Jackson in Boston, and remarks on Ex-Police Commissioner Osborne and Addicks. It notes Water Commissioner Smith and Deputy Sheriff Campbell as friends, a Moran anecdote about a visit to the Board in Session sign, and mentions John Sullivan Jr joining Columbian Trust Company and his father in East Boston.
The House debates weekly wage payments for firms with twenty five or more workers as Flynn of Lawrence introduces the bill. Searls of Worcester opposes a tracks and power sharing measure amid a clash with Hayes of Lowell over consolidation. Other actions include spiritualist marriages, public registry updates, and police board proposals.
The B. Y. M. C. U. held a members only entertainment last evening with Mrs. G. B. Lenfest soprano Mr. J. H. Mahan tenor Miss Nettie Damon violin Miss Minnie J. Gaul pianist and Miss Grace A. Burt reader. The program featured songs readings violin and piano solos and was enjoyed by a large audience.
James H Morton, connected with Mt Hope Cemetery for thirty years, was unanimously re elected superintendent by the trustees amid strong support from lot owners and local groups. The joint city council committee and several officials urged his retention, citing his efficiency and long service.
British documents found in Hawaii shed new light on the Venezuela boundary dispute. A map by Hawaii Assistant Surveyor-General Curtis J. Lyons compares two British maps, revealing a western shift of about 10,000 square miles now claimed by Britain. Venezuelan minister Senor Andrade notes official British papers are first exposed in this controversy.
The Boston Post notes the evolving demands on reporters from shorthand to photography. It argues modern journalists must row, sail, drive, or ride any vehicle and develop pictures quickly. A well equipped paper has specialists on call for illustrated, current reports.
Alexander Salvini starred in Ruy Blas at Hollis Street Theatre with a large audience moved by his forceful acting and the strong support of Eleanor Moretti, William Redmund, and Delamater. Salini’s performance is praised as powerful yet controlled.
Little Lottie Briscoe will sing at the Montgomery Guards concert in Boston Theatre next Sunday evening. George H. Wilder performs Les Echos D Alsace for flute and piano and Dave Fitzgibbon debuts an original piano solo dedicated to the Montgomery Guards. On Monday May 27 Mr Rose inaugurates a series of special nights at Castle Square Theatre for the current comic opera run, entertaining Eastern Star members and friends.
A house dress may be bought ready made for six cents to one hundred dollars. Lawn wrappers in hues serve as respectable morning dresses for six cents, and brocaded silk affairs with lace sell for five double eagles. Average gowns range from indoor costumes to room wear, with a pretty green nun's ceiling fabric and lace plait. Morning lounging dresses use French flannel with silk dots, and percale and batiste wrappers feature lace and embroidery for summer mornings.
Essex county commissioners held a hearing in the Benjamin Hathaway versus Boston and Maine rail case. The road claims land from the depot to Spring street except Hathaway’s property with a two story building. The aim is to run tracks to Spring street and clear the School street crossing blockade. The panel will rule after deliberation.
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