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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1893
Page
4
Citizens in Boston cast ballots on two non political questions. The rapid transit act is dead and unlikely to pass due to high costs. The aldermanic reform bill offers relief from the current district system and should be adopted by a decisive majority.
The Boston electorate is urged to back John E. Russell and Carroll, with Massachusetts backing Grover Cleveland. Republican leaders warn of fraud but admit Democratic turnout could seal Russell’s win as the handwriting on the wall suggests victory if Boston votes solidly.
The Journal slims down its forecast from 10 000 to a revised total suggesting 15 000 or 20 000. It labels past canvass gaps as incomplete and claims previous guesses misled Republicans about voter plurality. The piece contrasts three prior elections Brackett 1890 Allen 1891 Haile 1892 with Russell’s victories, doubting final results.
The Post reports no comment on circulating rumors about Secretary Carlisle issuing seigniorage coinage. The secretary denies the tale, which was used to attack the Cleveland administration as silver inflation. with the falsehood exposed, the episode appears foolish and partisan.
In a Massachusetts campaign texture, Greenhalge and Russell contrasts frame the national issue of silver policy. The piece notes Harvard professor C J White at Weld Hall and references the return of Dr Frank C Algerton to Steinert Hall while mentioning Congressman Hammorth visiting Fitchburg.
The 1892 Legislature ousted Horace K. Osborne for bribery attempts as legislative counsel. Republicans nominate the expelled lobbyist in the second Middlesex district, prompting criticism of party morals and calls to consider Cambridge voters. The piece condemns the nomination and questions Republican subservience to factions.
The Hon. Henry L. Pierce delivering at Faneuil Hall urged support for John B. Russell. He tied Russell’s victory to strengthening public opinion in Washington and backing President Cleveland against Republican policies. Pierce, a Boston merchant, condemned Republican missteps and praised Cleveland’s leadership and reform. Massachusetts must stand with him.
In a letter to the editor, the writer accuses The Herald of bias and misreporting Democratic and Republican coverage. He asserts the Sunday Post provided 88.5 inches of Democratic rallies and news and 75.5 inches of Republican rallies and news, demanding accurate balance.
Observers describe Robert C. Hooper as a highly popular Back Bay figure and liken broad support across party lines in the fifth Suffolk district. He is seen as a strong Democratic candidate with substantial local backing. A note highlights Fulton Street Mission drawing longshoremen and others, with a preacher reading from the Bible to a crowd of about fifty as effort for good continues. The piece also mentions the Spider and Tremont Street area after last week’s fight.
Snippets on Mrs Kendal praising American children and the Omar Carnot clash with matches, Lucia, Patti and $500000 gold, Sarah Bernhardt minus prompter, German scientists puzzled by blue men, Longfellow clock saga, Jefferson's Philadelphia ties, St Louis thieves stealing Forrest spurs, and Confederate relics worn in war times.
Albany November 6 Governor Flower calls for full adherence to election laws and warns officers that failures to enforce the rules may lead to removal. He emphasizes the need for untrammeled popular judgment and a fair, honest vote in tomorrow's election.
Mrs Walter Snow who vanished with her infant from Cambridge last Friday has been located. Her husband learned by wire that she and the baby are in a New York City hospital and he immediately took the first train there.
The Kendals opened a Boston engagement with The Second Mrs Tanqueray at Hollis Street Theatre before a mixed audience. Reviews praise Mrs Kendal's effort and Mr Kendal's strong scenes but fault the production for uneven pacing and a coarse presentation.
The New York and Parisian success L'Enfant Prodigue in modern dress is praised for its clear nonverbal storytelling. Mile Pilar Morin conveys Pierrot's range from joy to sorrow as Mme Genie Bade and M Courte lead a strong supporting cast in a moving, human portrayal.
Aime Lachaume performed nicely on piano and also presided at the keyboard for the evening. The audience was very large and fashionable, slow to applaud at first, but rewarded each good point with hearty applause after the first act and thereafter.
A large audience enjoyed A Trip to Mars performed by diminutive actors. The show blends striking effects with lively music and ballet numbers, led by Franz Ebbert as a sprightly comic element. The cast includes Lelia of last evening, Mrs. Jaeger, Selma Goerner, Ida Mahr, and others delivering notable performances.
Joseph Grismer and Phoebe Davis reappeared in The New South to enthusiastic praise at Bowdoins Square Theatre last night. Grismer as Captain Ford and Davis as Georgia Gwynne led a strong cast including Scott Cooper, Holbrook Blinn, Eve Acklom, Belle Vining and others in a natural, human production praised for its sincerity and merit. The engagement runs through the week with next week showing The Ivy Leaf.
ASSOCIATED CHARITIES schedules its annual meeting at Huntington Hall Institute of Technology on Boylston street with keynote by Mr John F Moors and a talk on The Coming Socialism and Charity Work by Rev John Graham Brooks. Mrs May McCallum of London and Hon Robert Treat Paine also speak.
Kathrine Clemmons made her Boston debut at the Globe before a full house. She impressed with a sweet voice and graceful presence as Doria, Prince of Genoa, in a well staged 15th century production. Clemmons received applause and floral offerings after the final act.
Manager Frank Pilling presents a Palace Theatre week bill led by the Rogers brothers. Beamish acts include German specialty gags O'Brien and Redding and Swift and Chase musical sketch. Contortionist Reto and Bertoto draw ovations. The Dutch Heroes closes the program with lively comedy and specialties.
An Austin & Stone's Museum exhibition depicts a Yeddo street with Japanese residents skilled as firemen soldiers mechanics jugglers and artists. The highlight is a Japanese firemen drill illustrating Japan's frequent fires and the need to pull down surrounding buildings to prevent spread.
Fannie Johnston at Park Theatre last night delivered a strong performance as Venus. She displayed a mellow rich voice with high notes while her speaking voice showed huskiness, a flaw likely improvable with practice.
Tickets go on sale for an unprecedented amateur minstrel show in Boston city history. The Comedy Club unites top amateurs from local clubs for a charity performance featuring black face entertainment, new jokes, song and dance, Belle Reed’s crystal dance, and a 40 piece orchestra led by George H. Hayes.
The Honeymoners at Columbia Theatre closes its week with strong crowds and a busy schedule ahead. The Girl I Left Behind Me is set for Nov 13 at the Boston Theatre as Black Crook continues its run. Delina sisters debut to applause. German military band to perform at Music Hall on Thanksgiving. Suffolk Musicale to feature Campanini Morgan and Master Lewis next Tuesday.
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