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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1894
Page
5
Notions advertised to attract customers with a list of sewing goods. Best Linen Thread, 200 yards, bone casing, Kerr’s G cord thread, Eureka knitting silk, silk twist and braiding items offered in various prices. Spools, combs, belting, scissors and fabrics priced in cents.
You can save 25 to 50 percent by buying at J Henry Norcross 17 18 19 20 Tremont Row. Ensure you shop in the right store. Vote today for Russell who stands for principles sure to be triumphant in the end.
A Boston building at 651 Washington Street, formerly Hollander Bradshaw & Folsom, now bears the sign Pitts Kimball & Lewis. The remodel features forty feet of show windows, a wide doorway, a circular center counter for handkerchiefs and ribbons, plus displays of gold and silver jewelry, tableware, and new aluminum ware.
The article describes Pitts, Kimball & Lewis at 651 Washington street adding a new annex and enlarged lower floor with Alp underwear, hosiery, large shoe department, book and music sections led by G. W. Seether, a central artistic counter, and a first floor lunch counter. Upper floors house groceries, cosmetics, corsets, millinery, and a vast toy and athletic goods area. The basement carries household utensils and stoneware.
News from Moukden and surrounding fronts describes rapid Japanese advances in Manchuria. General Oyama reports a major naval action planned for Nov 8 with Japanese forces securing land routes to Port Arthur and the Gulf of Pechili. Chinese defenses crumble, winter sets in, and central authority in China reorganizes military leadership.
The Petrel cruiser leaves Che Foo for New Chang, skirting Port Arthur and moving up the Liaon River toward Monkden. The voyage offers naval observers a vantage point on the Japanese campaign while the only American concern is the safety of missionaries in the area.
Voters are urged to support Russell amid tensions over tariff policies. The call prompts action today, signaling a local political stance against broader tariff agitation and aligning with a candidate viewed as a stabilizing choice.
A quoted Englishwoman argues that family income should determine how many children a family can have. The remark, while praised for wit, appears morally troubling amid debates on population and social policy. The source notes the tension between intelligence and ethics in public discourse.
Large apples exports continue to Europe with 47 272 barrels shipped to Liverpool London and Glasgow for the week ending last Saturday. Boston leads New York in total barrels, with prices abroad from 2.50 to 3.30 per barrel and 1.40 to 1.80 locally, yielding about 50 cents per barrel profit after freight and costs. The Pavonia arrived at Queenstown after Boston departures, while tug Triton and barges were sold to Morse & Co. and will stay in coastal towing. The St Ronans reported heavy gales and a near-miss with an iceberg near Cape Race, and Captain Miller of the Georges recounted a hurricane in late October. The Bangor and Lewiston steamers remain in service, with the old Bangor sailing to Cairo as the era’s carriers, and the Katahdin undergoing overhaul at East Boston. The Clyde from Mayaguez delivered salt to Albert M. Barnes, and the Lebanon arrived at Salem on its maiden voyage. Fishing schooners offloaded 26 000 pounds at T Wharf, and the Philadelphia & Reading’s Philadelphian docked at Liverpool. Captain Calder, rescued after abandoning the Alice T. Boardman, returned to New York aboard the Durham City’s replacement, and prepared to sail home to Calais.
A reader asks who founded the Beaumont and Fletcher literary partnership and when he lived. The answer: John Fletcher, born 1576 and died 1625.
The list names Great Britain, France, Italy, Russia, and the United States as the top five naval powers in order.
A reader asks the editor for a brief cause of the current war between China and Japan. Both nations claimed suzerainty over Corea. China sent troops to Corea in violation of an agreement, prompting Japan to protect its subjects and interests there. War followed, fostered by mutual antipathy and Corea's contested control by China.
Marie advises weighing influence and potential temper when urging a fiancé to drop a habit. She suggests addressing clearly harmful acts like stealing horses during early courtship but warns it may provoke ill temper. The piece notes reciprocity if he counters with faults in you, which you likely do not have.
A German who becomes an American citizen and holds a US passport can be arrested immediately upon returning to Germany. The country does not permit dual citizenship before military service, but as a courtesy they may allow about two months to fulfill the duty left unfinished.
Miss Beatrice Herford daughter of Rev Brooke Herford has joined the London parlor entertainer circle. She previously wrote directed and starred in Christmas plays during the Herford family Boston stay and has found success in London in this new role.
The first fruits of Mr. Gladstone’s leisure will be issued tomorrow, presenting his translation of the odes of Horace to readers in London. The release marks an early product of his scholarly pursuits while serving in the Navy.
A column of letters from readers discusses love and money worries. Matilda L. frets wealth attracts suitors. George Augustus cautions that money-saving at home shouldn’t ruin marriage. Virginia seeks guidance on a man who values friendship over romance. The editor offers blunt, moral-toned counsel on priorities in relationships.
Walter Merrick Farwell and Grace Eliza Morse were married at 225 Humboldt Avenue Jamaica Plain at 8 pm with Rev. William H. Lyon officiating. The bride wore white satin with chiffon trim while Annie Morse served as maid of honor. Best man Steven S. Bartlett and ushers Charles J. Underwood Jr. William McInnis Loring Crocker Julius B. Waterbury attended. Guests received costly presents including gold silver and rare pottery.
Mrs Cleveland accepts invitation to christen the American line steamer St Louis at Philadelphia. She will travel from Washington by special train on Monday morning with Cabinet wives and daughters and other personal friends.
A 19th century note on skirts warns that heavy garments with stiff linings and haircloth add back strain. It suggests lighter materials, midweight fashion, and careful fittings such as skirt supporters and belt hooks to prevent sagging while maintaining style.
The piece features several brilliant scenes titled The River Styx Old State s Reception Room Hell Gate on the River Styx and the Palace of His Satanic Majesty.
A strong company led by Henry and Dan Fenton presented the farce Colonel and I at the Grand Museum yesterday. The show featured unique mechanical devices including a balloon ascension, strong vaudeville acts, handsome living pictures, and a lively ballet of acts. Open daily 10 am to 10 pm. Returns from 41 states to be announced at Lyceum Theatre tonight.
Sale of seats for Mme Melba’s Thursday night and Saturday matinee concerts opened with a long line extending all day. The postponed programmes will be repeated this week as Melba recovers in fine voice.
The Board of Health plans daily physician visits to city schools to curb diphtheria. Dr. Durgin says fifty doctors are serving for about 200 dollars, with focus on isolating cases identified by teachers and coordinated by district physicians.
Passers-by complained of golf at the Country Club grounds last Sunday and Brookline police halted the game. The activity will be paused for now while members review the situation and seek a solution.
Mrs Jane Mc Donald mother of the Hon James W McDonald ex chairman of the State Gas Commission died at her Marlboro home Sunday after a brief illness.
In New York yesterday two ship mates were fined after assault charges. John Gillow first mate of the El Capitan from Manila struck seaman Albert Blieler. Gillow claimed self defense but was fined $10. Mate C T Conklin of the C W Miller, accused of striking Charles Cummings with a shovel, was fined $5. Both pleas and testimonies centered on shipboard discipline and self defense.
George Good nine and Nellie Good six were found dead near Paulding Ohio after a brutal attack. Their bodies lay in a brush heap with mutilation and a tarred rope tie. Two youths, one Black, were arrested after a near-lynching by locals.
A concert next Sunday night for St Mary's Infant Asylum at Hollis Street Theatre features soloists Lilian Carlismith Marie Barnard George J Parker Clarence E Hay and instrumentalists Charles Mole Fritz Giese and the Amphion Mandolin Club under direction of John C Mullaly.
Grenville Folsom and Ralph Pray, 17 and 18, from Beachmont near Revere Beach road, narrowly escaped disaster while out in a small boat last Saturday. A broken rowlock forced them to drift with one oar until Captain Green of the schooner Albert Brobrook aided, allowing a safe return home with a duck they had shot.
The Quincy City Council received Mayor's proposal to raise the city clerk salary from 1200 to 1600 annually. A request from the chief engineer asked for permanent men and horses for companies Nos. 8 and 4. The ordinance to grant a location to the Quincy & Boston street railway was passed to be ordained. A public hearing was set for laying out and accepting Walker and Clive streets in Ward 6.
Jeremiah Kelly, about 28, a roofer for the Pettee Machine Company, fell from a roof at the Upper Falls Newton project. He suffered a fractured spine and died at Cottage Hospital after being brought there unconscious. He resided in Somerville and was unmarried.
The steamer Florida of the Canada Atlantic and Plant Line will make a final voyage between Boston Hawkesbury and Charlottetown leaving here on Tuesday November 12. The service, a seasonal run, aims to convey passengers and cargo to Bay of Fundy ports and Prince Edward Island communities.
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