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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1895
Page
4
Editor announces all FOST subscriptions will be discontinued at expiration with no further notice. Readers are urged to obtain POST regu ery from their avne dealer or newsboy, or notify by postal at once. BS. A. GROSIER, Editor and Publisher.
The Marquis of Queensberry and his son appear in a London police court after a public street brawl. The incident casts light on aristocratic life, with both peers known for public conduct and social standing.
The America testimonial netted 1600 dollars from Music Hall celebrations. Proceeds after all charges were paid were sent to Rev. Dr. Smith. The movement was led by Curtis Guild as chairman with Hon. E. S. Barrett serving as treasurer.
The Boston Lexow endorses Hutchinson’s move for an inquiry into city departments. The order has been sent to a committee for examination. The Post urged reassignment to avoid partisan misuse. Hutchinson may present reasons for the charges if any.
A tribute to General William Cogswell hailed as a gallant soldier and honorable citizen. The piece notes his open sincere character his wartime service in the army and his respected tenure as a Massachusetts representative in Congress. It emphasizes that political differences do not diminish the public mourning for his loss and that honors are well deserved.
The charter bill seeks a longer mayoral term and removes aldermanic control over appointments, risking centralized power. It abolishes several departments under a unilateral reorganization, consolidates hundreds of offices, and places park keeper oversight under a state appointed Police Board, prompting concerns about reduced accountability.
The speaker criticizes a bill for interfering with a system that works well and asserts the Legislature denies Boston residents a voice in the matter.
The Boston charter bill faces pressure to add a referendum clause. Governor Greenhalge who championed local self government argues the measure should go to the people for approval or veto. Legislation and party lines aside, advocates say the people must speak on changes that affect city debt and powers.
A John Hancock businessman Robert S. Ashe touts electrocuting chairs and pads as a specialty. He claims to seek work in the region and has written to Warden Sage of New York for a business venture. The text hints at a mysterious “Strange fish” and a connection to Bam Roads if unresolved.
A feature on sleeve fashion notes puff sleeves shrinking from the elbow and rising from above the shoulder. Models at a May dance show puffed silhouettes persisting despite restrictions, with a figure in figured silk describing a gown with a lace trimmed flounce and a draped bolero bodice.
Mme Rejane starred in Sardou comedy Divorcons at Tremont Theatre last night to strong acclaim. Despinneller provided a witty foil as Cyprienne, while the cast and staging earned generous applause as Hamilburg’s Park Theatre benefit loomed.
Stage managers carpenters and manager Harry Askin drive a busy rehearsal at Tremont Theatre for Browne and Thompson s new opera The Sphinx Miss Marie Millard and Edwin Stevens are highlighted as key performers while Harvard night and Park Theatre summer bills loom Also noted are upcoming appearances by Miss Kate Corey and John L Sullivan with McSorley s Courtship and a Trilby slippers contest by Jordan Marsh Co
A reader defends Manchester townsfolk for choosing July 18 for a celebration tied to a local event and nautical considerations, noting their 20th town anniversary while downplaying Governor Winthrop's June 12 landing as incidental. The letter references a prior Post opinion and asserts orderly reasoning behind the date choice.
The Sea son's closing program at the B Y M C U Union Hall featured the Bergmann concert company with soprano M Marion Luce, reader Professor Charles Bickford, and accompanist Madame Dietrich Strong. A public anniversary reception is planned for Wednesday May 2 with invitations extended.
A breach of promise suit involving Miss Lida Darrell and John E. Ray was settled today in Greenwich Connecticut with a payment of $1500 to the complainant. Darrell is a member of the Country Sport company.
At a Tuesday meeting, managers of the Massachusetts Society of the Sons of the American Revolution admitted several new candidates to membership.
Chicago officials report an elaborate May 30 dedication of a Confederate monument despite G A R opposition. Correspondence shows ex Confederates and Union veterans considering a united memorial parade and fraternal participation. Invitations extend to all Union and Confederate veterans to attend the memorial service.
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