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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1895
Page
5
The Boston Post outlines subscription prices for daily and semiannual terms, including monthly and six month rates. It notes entry as second class matter and requests subscribers to address changes to the publishing company.
General Michael T Donohoe a good citizen and faithful public servant dies in Boston after a sudden illness. He was a brave soldier with a brilliant war record and long respected as a modest kind private citizen whose public service benefited the city greatly.
The executive, noted for firm beliefs, urges the Legislature to consider his stance on local self-government in relation to the Boston charter bill and the forthcoming referendum.
The piece questions the odds of a Formosa declaration becoming a genuine republican government. It argues that regional genius in self rule is unlikely and cites Hawaii as a cautious model, suggesting any Formosan republic would be a narrow, elite affair rather than a broad-based system.
In Boston a large citizenry faces a city charter change push led by the Mayor. The Legislature contemplates whether to recognize the broad 499000 residents or the single mayoral stance in this pivotal decision.
The May meetings fade from view as Boston grows busier with clubs, opera and events. yet organizers remain active. The piece argues citizens should vote on charter amendment via a referendum attached to Mayor Curtis's bill, giving people a direct say.
Copper mining shares led a broad Boston market surge last week with renewed interest in major names like Boston & Montana Tamarack and Calumet & Hecla and revived activity in previously neglected stocks such as Arnold National and Copper Falls. The rally followed a rise in copper prices abroad and expectations of higher dividends and resumed mining operations after extended production pauses.
The copper market gains as buoyant demand from electrical construction and planned railway electrification boosts prices. Massachussetts lines experiment with trolley power while industry leaders debate charter reform before legislative approval or veto.
An editorial lauds Governor Greenhalge for growing as a statesman through vetoes that favored public interests over politicians. It cites the Bell Telephone bill veto, Holyoke and Woburn bills, and argues for referendum inclusion in the Boston charter bill to uphold local self government and bolster public trust.
The article notes Sir Henry Irving, known as an actor, being knighted in England. It discusses royal tradition, social status, and contrasts American views with British caste perceptions. It also mentions political warnings about legislative vetoes and charter referendums in Boston.
The Sunday Post ran 56 1-2 columns of ads, 20 more than last Sunday, attracting Boston advertisers who see strong returns. The Sunday Herald and Globe trailed slightly, while the Journal posted 19 1/2 columns, showing the Post’s edge in ad volume and bargain appeal.
Advertisers seek larger spaces as the Sunday Post grows its 3 cent price and circulation, with the mascot purring over progress. The paper reports stronger ad revenue and wider reader reach due to increased Sunday distribution.
A moss-covered granite old house near Washington and Bartlett streets in Boston draws attention. Boston visitors include Richard J. Malone of Lancaster and local figures Dennis Morrissey and McLaughlin. Other notes mention Chaplain McCabe, Colonel Ingersoll, a possible Prince of Wales visit, funeral trains by Brooklyn Elevated, and a jump in new potatoes prices due to cold weather.
Norton Black dines with Sid Torbush at an oriental apartment. Torbush hints at a hidden motive as Black frets over a strict engagement and watches the clock, fearing a dangerous outcome. The scene ends with Black losing consciousness as Torbush looms over him.
In a suspenseful scene two men flee after a hypnotist’s wager turns into a trap. Torbush confronts Black as the bride Edith awaits, the guests leave, and the truth about the staged trance is revealed. Alice E Ives reports.
Readers submit more solutions to the Post mystery tale as flood of entries continues. The final chapter appears next Thursday with all entries due by noon Wednesday.
Early morning blaze in the Lyceum block basement under Ray & Co. tea store caused by a defective chimney. Buildings insured for about 9,000 with various losses listed including Ray & Co. 4,500 and others. upper hall used for public events. Memorial services and a large church procession followed the fire.
A discussion on how women’s attire appears from behind and the risk of unseeing the back of the gown. It notes that many fail to notice half of their outfit while shopping or at church, warns against fullness or plaits in back bodices, and describes a dress using figed silk and mousteline de soie with puffed sleeves.
Mrs. Naomi Goodell nee Lyon, lifelong Salem resident born July 24 1828, died suddenly this morning of apoplexy at nearly 66. She leaves husband Oliver D. Goodell of the prominent Salem family, in Detroit on business, and two daughters Mrs E A Grosier and Miss Martha P. Goodell of Salem. Funeral arrangements are pending.
Funeral services were held yesterday at the French Catholic Church on Isabella street for Henry Marliave, Boston's famed restaurateur. Interment followed at Forest Hills Cemetery. The cortege formed at his daughter’s Chauncy Street home in Jamaica Plain and included six waiter pallbearers and numerous relatives and friends.
The annual street department report to Jan 31 1895 covers land acquisitions for street layout totaling about 3 000 000 square feet with estimated damages of 1 372 434 40 and 5 956 miles of streets made public. It highlights major extensions including Columbus avenue Huntington avenue and Commonwealth avenue with square footage taken and cost tallies. Abutter assessments and land damages payments are listed alongside total expenditures for salaries and other charges.
The East Boston Outing Club will stage its annual entertainment tomorrow evening in Lyceum Hall. The melodrama The Two Orphans features May Mooney and Hassan as the sisters with Mabelle Brennan in a prominent role.
The Tremont opens summer season with The Sphinx under Harry Askin as Harvard night. Castle Square presents The Black Hussar with pompous staging and hussar march. Park features The Star Gazer with Joe Ott for Blake’s benefit and Proto engagement, McSorley’s Courtship at Columbia with Sullivan and Lannon.
A Boston reader urges the Post to address dusty streets and inconsistent watering. The letter notes previous debates produced no action, argues for reform, and asks the paper to spotlight the issue to mobilize relief for residents. Dated Boston May 2.
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