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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1895
Page
4
The Boston Post issue from Tuesday morning November 3 1895 contains the newspaper’s standard front content and running headlines. It presents local notices, brief items, and advertisements typical of the era without in-depth reporting.
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Letter to the editor notes women may vote in the State election of 18% on a single question. It asks whether municipal storage should be granted to women and mentions that about 80,000 of one million eligible women have registered to vote. Local readers are urged to answer Yes or No.
A call urging voters to support George Fred Williams and other Democrats in the legislature. Emphasizes benefits of good times, strong business, and fair wages.
A campaign urges voters to support Democratic candidates for U S Senate and State House in Massachusetts. It charges the Republican machine with corruption and lobby influence and argues that Democratic victory will reform the legislature and protect citizens against corporate power.
A campaign message frames a Williams vote as support for home rule while opposing Green Paige and the Republican machine rule. The brief notice underscores party alignment and policy stakes ahead of ballots.
George Williams closed the campaign claiming his words served the party and the people. He said he fought for principle against expediency and would not win, but has won a place for the Democracy in Massachusetts ahead of the next generational vote.
A call to action urges Boston Democrats to send Democrats to the legislators and not waste votes on Republicans, presenting a rallying stance for the party's chosen leader of the people's cause.
The Boston Democratic leadership calls for a strong turnout to deliver the largest state election majority in the city’s history for Governor and to elect a solidly Democratic Legislature. Emphasizing honor, responsibility, and avoiding procrastination, the message urges every Democrat to vote early to defeat the Republican machine.
A brief directive urges voters to cast ballots early and to vote a straight party ticket when they come downtown. The message emphasizes casting the full party line rather than selecting individual candidates.
The obituary lauds Eugene Field as a gifted writer of verse and accomplished journalist. It commends his warm human sympathy and people’s affection, noting his poetry would have secured a leading place in American literature had he lived.
A brief note salutes Green Halgh as a good man alongside Will Williams a good Democrat, highlighting commendable character in local public life.
An exhortation urging Massachusetts Democrats to vote in numbers to reduce the Republican majority from last year. It calls on Democratic voters to come out, pledging that a full Democratic vote today signals a coming Democratic success and a shift from last year’s mood. It emphasizes duty, party loyalty, and the prospect of a Democratic governor in the future.
Supporters in Boston advocate for Williams as a candidate to bolster democracy today. Organizers tout local backing, urging turnout and a strong showing in upcoming party events.
In Boston yesterday Senator Hoar publicly backed away from his August remarks calling the A P A Republicans a public danger. He joked about reformers and the A P A while claiming no real confrontation. George Pred Williams noted the A P A Republicans have surfaced while Hoar retreats into the cellar they left.
A local election item urges voters to oppose the American Protective Association in the contest featuring George Fred Williams. The notice emphasizes defeating the APA backed candidate.
The Observant Citizen notes HYtectric street cars are essential despite disadvantages and dangers. Motormen are largely intelligent, required to keep cool and act swiftly to prevent accidents. Dangers arise not only in crowded streets but in poorer areas where children roam freely and take risks near streets.
A Boston writer reflects on street danger from children and motor cars, noting a proposed ordinance and praising Annie Clarke and copa Stetson. The piece surveys local society figures, a four legged chicken novelty, police anecdotes about Chinese vigilance, Eugene Field’s death, and views comparing Holmes trial conduct in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania.
In London Navy reports two boat parts washed ashore on Gun Island likely from a shipwreck. One fragment bears the inscription London and the other Bibe, confirming marine debris linking to a missing vessel.
A tale of Mr. Remington who believes he can outwit Miss Adair a woman famed for her shrinking list of lovers and wiles. He pursues her with charm and devotion, but she uses his own weapons against him leaving him to face a hollow, solitary September after their game ends.
The Boston Post released a neat type book displaying 832 advertising styles used in its columns. The volume reflects a well equipped office and offers a neat example of typographic variety for local businesses.
The Boston Post releases a type book for readers and patrons, an artistic volume praised for its design and public appeal.
A long list of voting instructions urges voters to cast early ballots, ensure two hours for employees, use proper pencils, and follow rules to avoid invalid ballots. It warns against crossing out names, folding ballots outside booths, and voting the full Democratic ticket while highlighting key nominees and procedures for challenges, aids, and sample ballots.
The Legislature's 1894 vote on the Bell Telephone grab cost many a bid for renomination or election while some candidates remain. The Post's blacklist names include Dana Malone Greenfield Thomas A Brooks Lawrence Francis W Darling Hyde Park George A Galloupe Beverly for Senate and numerous Boston Weymouth Worcester and surrounding towns for the House including Jerry McCarthy Ward 4 Boston Daniel C Casey Ward 20 Boston James H Flint Weymouth Benjamin C Harvey Springfield William H I Hayes Dedham Henry One. James H Mellen Worcester Eugene Moriarty Worcester James F Mclaven Worcester Ernest W Roberta Chelsea Marcus M Merritt Chel Samuel W George Haverhill Thomas B St John Haverhill Charles H Utley Brookline.
A long list of signatories including William Claflin George Boutwell Samuel Hoar and many scholars from Boston area universities endorse municipal suffrage for women. The petition cites numerous women activists from Welleseley Smith and Tufts Colleges among others and calls for voting rights at local levels.
A noon Republican rally at Faneuil Hall featured Speaker George von L. Meyer and Senator George Frisbie Hoar. Hoar attacked Democrats and President Cleveland while proposing an emblem of the little red cheeked school marm to symbolize unity and anti bigotry.
A modest audience attended yesterday's Republican rally at Music Hall at noon. Principal speakers included President Butler of the Senate who urged a larger Republican majority, Governor Greenhalge who spoke on the defined issue and awaited the verdict, Lieutenant Governor Wolcott and Congressmen Barrett and Gillett.
Wakefield workers in the moulding department of Smith and Anthony store foundry sought a 15 percent rise but accepted a 10 percent uplift. Some dissatisfaction appeared yet all workers returned to their duties today and are likely to accept the offer.
A compact, era styled digest of recipes for Yankee croquettes New England potato gems and other fried morsels. Includes steps for croquettes with beef eggs and potatoes and notes on potato sticks cookies and a light asparagus consommé with can juice. Ends with custard and meringue dessert tips credited to Mrs S W.
The Boston Post offers a prize of five dollars for the best bill of fare from its women readers. Conditions require a brief stated bill of fare with three meals. Meals may be breakfast lunch and dinner, or breakfast, luncheon and dinner, for four or five persons.
A narrator observes Broadway fashion as crowds pass, noting extreme modes and tight gowns. A demure brown maid appears in a loosely falling coat, adding quiet contrast to the sumptuous scene.
A reader recalls a woman in a brown coat and brown velvet hat, noting the coat's wide collar, silk V, pleats at the waist, and puffed sleeves. The brown velvet hat features a gilt braid bow, presenting a striking, personality-filled appearance.
A meeting at the Hotel Bellevue saw a split vote on governor preference with Williams at 15, Greenhalge 18, and Brown 1. The session opened with debate on a free silver coinage bill, with several speakers including Spillane, Walker, Conlon, Harber, Grigor, Jewett, Eldridge, Silvermeta, Marquand and Solis.
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