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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1897
Page
4
Editorial calls for immediate passage of the free transfers bill to the Senate, arguing it should stay ahead of the elevated railroad measure. It contends certainty for millions in the metropolitan district demands action now, not three years hence.
The House added a clause to the elevated railroad bill ordering a tunnel to East Boston. Opponents warn the project is untimely and impractical given city finances, preferring a bridge and urging careful consideration before mandating tunnel construction.
The upcoming Shaw Memorial ceremony honors Colonel Robert Gould Shaw and his regiment of colored troops. It notes his leadership symbolizing loyalty to nation and humanity, and his unmarked Fort Wagner grave shared with his soldiers. The monument, set in the capital’s heart near a busy park, conveys a lasting civic lesson.
The Boston Post lauds House amendments to the elevated railroad bill. A 20 year five cent fare term aligns with a subway lease, with possible further concessions at lease end. The city could curb fares via Railroad Commission, and seven miles of elevated track must be built within three years. The paper argues for public safeguards and views an L road as vital to Boston’s growth.
Senator Lodge urges the Republican caucus to oppose removing hides from the free list after twenty five years. He warns against threats from Western senators to retaliate by removing duties on New England protected articles. Census figures highlight Massachusetts boot and shoe industry strength versus national hide values.
Opinion urges District Attorney Stevens to prosecute Boston city theft cases personally. It argues McLaughlin is overmatched against top Suffolk lawyers and that witnesses for the people are poorly prepared. The piece warns that inadequate pushing risks undermining good government and the people's treasury.
Harry Walton reveals his wife Alma Norton is an heiress and former millinery worker. Mrs Walton and sister Maud react with shock, but Alma's quiet charm wins their eventual acceptance as the family learns of her independent background and Judge Norton’s history.
About fifty members of the Massachusetts Democratic Club met at the American House with Charles D. Webster of Boston condemning trusts as harmful to labor and competition. The talk attacked the Sugar and Standard Oil trusts and urged anti trust measures and street use protests. A second note praised the Unitarian Association service at Tremont Temple and listed elected officers and financials, with emphasis on missions in Japan and home efforts.
Captain Harry Simpson launches a new bathing pavilion at Beachmont described as handsome and commodious with full amenities. It is expected to draw many summer bathers as Simpson oversees operations on site.
The article argues Senator Aldrich renounces McKinley era protection but submits a bill that betrays those declarations. It cites a tax on hides a prohibitory duty on wool and unnecessary burdens on coal lumber copper grease and other New England industrial materials, fueling denunciation of the measure.
Ex secretary Herbert touts a circular claiming he can press Navy claims and secure prompt action. Miss Mary M. Bartelme of Chicago becomes public guardian, first woman in the role, protecting estates of friendless children. Major Ginter resigns from American Tobacco Co. and nears retirement with wealth. Bristol plans a 105 foot Cabot memorial tower on Brandon Hill with ceremonies started simultaneously from Canadian and British sides. Lord Dufferin aims to trigger June 22 events. In Congress the smallest men are Chandler and Wheeler, both slimly built and fashionably dressed. Danish Dr Johannson says chloroform and ether revive plants while animal life sleeps. a closed flower reopens with either. Miss Etta Messner, newly married, hunted a Shawnee claim and taught school near Albany Missouri. Seifeddin Bey, new Turkish secretary, attracts attention with Apollo-like looks. Mercedes, Princess of Asturias, is 11 and may marry. King Alphonse XIII’s birth shifted her royal standing.
The Observant Citizen details Mr Curtis of the Barbero palazzo in Venice and his betrothal to Mrs Rotch after long education in America. The couple plan a quiet July Venice ceremony and a yachting honeymoon in Norway and Sweden. The column also notes a misadventure with a bug in a rain shower and a warning about dubious installment sellers in the suburbs.
Breakfast items include Apple Fritters Golden Syrup Egg Vermicelli Bread Cocoa tea Oranges and Coffee. Luncheon features Oyster Stew Crushed Crackers and Cheese French Rolls Chocolate Doughnuts Bananas. Dinner offers Bouillon Roast Beef and Gravy White Turnips Mashed Potatoes Squash Canned Corn Sweet Pickles Steamed Cabinet Pudding Hot Sauce with two egg vermicelli recipes and a crisped crackers and cheese note. Miss Ella A Fowler 24 High Street Brookline.
President acknowledges Victoria's anniversary greetings sent via Ambassador Hay. Balmoral telegram reports Queen Victoria's thanks to President McKinley for kind congratulations conveyed through the White House.
Mayor Quincy will preside at Bishop Watterson lecture in Boston Theatre next Sunday night to aid St. Joseph's Church building fund. Vicar-General Byrne invites the audience and His Honor will introduce the distinguished prelate in an appropriate address. Bishop Watterson will speak on Some Problems of the Times.
A union rally of Universalist and Unitarian Young People's Unions is set for tonight at Dr Miners church Columbus avenue corner Clarendon street with strong supper ticket sales and a reception for national and state officers. Speakers include Rev Thomas Van Ness Rev J Coleman Adams Rev B R Bulkeley and Messrs Hersey and Evans. On Thursday morning the first annual meeting of the Young People's Religious Union will convene at Arlington Street Church at 10 o'clock with Rev John Duckson Rev Ida M Huttin Rev Edward A Horton and others participating.
Dr. Samuel A. Green former Boston mayor was hosted to a complimentary dinner in the John and Abigail Adams cottage in Quincy. Attendees included J J Loud Weymouth Historical Society William Blake Trask Dorchester William Tracy Eustis Brookline Hon William G A Pattee Quincy and William G Spear curator. A newly public reading of a John Quincy Adams poem about Quincy was featured.
Veterans in New England recall Field Marshal Lord Roberts of Candahar who served in India and Afghanistan. He will send a greeting for the Mechanics Hall Jubilee gathering on June 21, and has provided a portrait as a stand in for his personal presence. The image shows his bronzed, decorated figure from a half century of campaigns highlight Victoria cross and Grand Cross of the Bath. Roberts's letter appeared in the Post on April 20.
The Rev John W McMahon marks twenty five years since his first mass in America at old St Marys Charlestown now in a larger church on Winthrop Street The 1887 cornerstone and family ties anchor his unique history The service recalls longtime parishioners and memories with remarks on past growth and change As pastor he notes health limits and describes plans for today’s high mass and two hour program with Father Harrigan preaching
General Elisha Dyer was today installed Governor of Rhode Island and the new state government was organized in Newport. Dyer, known locally and in New York, assumes office as Rhode Island's chief executive.
The annual event drew about 200 members and guests for a musical program featuring Miss D W O’Brien Miss Lottie Pillaghan and other performers. Alfresco dancing followed under floor director Grand Knight Dr Charles McGinley with refreshments served.
The city printing plant inquiry committee met at City Hall yesterday but adjourned due to the absence of Chairman Presho and another member. The panel will reconvene Tuesday at 2 o clock.
The regular examination for reserve officers seeking promotion to patrolman will be held in the hearing room at 29 Pemberton square on Saturday May 29 at 1 o'clock. The examining board appointed yesterday by the commissioners includes Deputy Superintendent William H. Pierce Co O M Hanscom and Captain Dennis Donovan of Station 16.
Crowded hall witnessed prizes awarded to pupils of English High School. Alexander I. Rorke, 19, a military and social standout, won a special prize and silver Medal from the Lexington Historical Society for his scene Call to Arms. Jack Scully and Horace McDougall won first prizes. E C Mayo and W H Mayo took second prizes. Notables included Leo M Goulston, prize speaker and cellist, and Miss Ames who announced results. Babson closed exercises.
In official circles May 2 reports say President McKinley may appoint ex Senator George P. Edmunds of Vermont as minister to Spain. The post is viewed as highly important, and Edmunds is described as particularly suited for it.
A special Jackson Club of Ward 6 meeting expressed sympathy for the deaths of the mothers of Timothy Kerrigan and Daniel Calnan. The club voted to send delegations to both funerals and provide floral pieces for the society.
A correspondent defends traditional roles in response to Alice Stone Blackwell on the new woman. The writer argues a wife belongs at home, helps her husband, and questions suffrage ideas while criticizing public spitting and attire seen in Boston. The letter blames perceived female influence for social changes and calls for adherence to domestic duties.
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