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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1890
Page
8
A canvass of delegates is planned today as friends in the conference weigh his chances of nomination. Another meeting is scheduled for tomorrow night to discuss the campaign and support strategy.
In a dim Vendome room a 25 man gathering discussed the fate of Boston Mayor Thomas N. Hart as a possible renomination. Attendees including A. W. Beard and J. M. Olmstead weighed withdrawal versus canvassing, with committee creation to gauge ward support and potential shift to Merrill if Hart falters. Hart publicly claimed no withdrawal and vowed to stay in the race despite mixed signals.
Historical letters reveal Nathan Matthews Jr. likely to be nominated by acclamation at the Democratic city committee meeting. Owen A. Galvin steps aside citing municipal reform needs and endorses Matthews for the mayoral bid.
Oscar Lefevre proprietor of Lefevre's Hotel at 1419 Tremont street seeks the Democratic nomination for Common Councilman in Ward 22. Born in the United States and educated in Boston, he is popular among Germans and all classes and is a ward property holder. His first political venture gains strong backing from young voters hoping he can draw Republican support.
Gosnold delivered its vote with Brackett 6 to Russell 4 and Blackmer 4 for town selectman. Lieutenant Governor results show Haile 6 to Corcoran 5. The combined returns give Russell a plurality of 98458 and Haile a margin of 5364.
The Newton Republican group held ward caucuses Saturday evening naming two Common Council candidates per ward and selecting delegates to the municipal convention.
In West Newton the convention will nominate candidates for Mayor, seven Aldermen one from each ward, and seven School Board members to fill resignations and expired terms. Of thirty five delegates, twenty six back Alderman George Pettee of Ward 6 for Mayor and nineteen back H F E Hibbard, the prior year's citizens' convention choice.
Women assessed before June 15 or paying 1889 or 1890 taxes who appeared at doors or City Hall may vote. All others taxed or assessed must register or lose vote. Heirs to undivided estates may register on heirs’ tax bill. trustees cannot. Registration at 12 Beacon Street 9 am to 6 pm. Close Nov. 26 at 10 pm. Sub-registrations in wards Nov 14 to 25.
Calls posted in Cambridge announce citizens caucuses for the municipal election next Wednesday evening. Dr. E. E. Spencer chairs with Walter Stimpson as secretary. Ward venues listed and five officials to call meetings to order, suggesting support for Mayor Alger. convention set for next Saturday evening.
Nomination papers for municipal posts have been received: Alderman Ward 24 Herbert S. Carruth and Ward 4 George Wesley Boynton, both Citizens. Common Council Walden Banks Ward 9 Citizens. James K. Graham and Charles E. Wiggin Jr Ward 20 Citizens. Additional papers awaiting certification include Mayor Moody Merrill with 26 pages and 82 signatures, Citizens. Alderman Joseph M. Wade, Ward 10, one paper and 56 signatures, Republican Citizens.
The Secretary of Agriculture reports a hopeful view of farming, crediting recent legislation for higher cereal values and stronger export cattle and pork industries. He urges broader interstate and foreign animal inspection, envisions a home sugar industry expansion, and calls for greater representation at agricultural meetings to align policy with farmers’ needs.
The Thurman Club of Cotumeus plans a grand banquet in Columbus to honor Allen G Thurman on his seventy seventh birthday with ex President Cleveland and many dignitaries attending. Speakers will focus on citizenship and statesmanship rather than party affiliation. Ex President Hayes sends thanks but cannot attend.
The Rev. Charles G. Ames spoke at the Church of the Disciples on self knowledge. He urged reading the self as a book, learning from blunders and enemies, and finding harmony with nature God and the soul through honest critique and restraint.
Dr Gunsualus of Plymouth Church Chicago denies reports of a Park Street Church call. Boston ticket sales begin for Sidney Woollett six recitals at the Boston Museum. Strauss farewell concerts in Boston Music Hall sell seats this week. Rev James M Gray spoke at the Y M C A with Male Quartette performance. Week of prayer features special services by college secretary G Sanford Avery. W R Harper third lecture on Old Testament Prophecy set for Monday at the Y M C A. W H Ryder talks on The Life of Christ Wednesday as usual.
A reader defends Sir Edwin Arnold against rumors of infatuation with a Japanese woman. The letter accuses a rival English editor in Japan of fabricating the slander after Sir Edwin urged treaty reform. It notes Arnold’s year of work on his epic The Light of the World and asserts moral integrity.
Speakers denounce Dillon and O'Brien as refugees from justice. Rev Mr Brown claims Catholic clergy seek public school control, cites papal encyclicals, and warns Massachusetts schools face attack within five years. James H Stark cites Ireland contrasts, Land League impact, and says Pope forbids official approval of Dillon and O’Brien.
Despatches from San Francisco to local whaling merchants note Narwhal arrival with thirteen whales Belvedere brings seven Abram Barker nine Charles W Morgan from Japan and Okhotsk seas three Samerlane thirteen whales on Arctic sailing fleet latest tally places total Arctic Catch just over one hundred whales
Chattanooga newspaper note announces that Hon. H. Clay Evans, the current congressman defeated last Tuesday, will join President Harrison's Cabinet replacing Secretary Tracy who is offered a seat on the Supreme Court bench created by Justice Miller's death.
Ringing noises in the ears are caused by catarrh with loss of smell or hearing also reported. Hood's Sarsaparilla is promoted as a blood purifier and a remedy for this disease, claimed to cure by purifying the blood.
The Rev Father Ignatius, renowned as the evangelist monk of the British Church, spoke morning noon and night at Horticultural Hall. Despite strong attendance, financial receipts lag, with only 805 dollars raised in the past week. He cited Numbers chapter thirteen detailing the promised land as he urged belief in Jesus for eternal life and divine righteousness.
The Rev. Lyman Abbott preached from Romans i 16 17 at King's Chapel. He contrasted Rome's 1st century ills with present issues, asserting Paul's remedies through personal renewal and societal reform. He argued salvation is realization of good via God's personality rather than mere penalty.
A Boston charity warning urges the public not to give cash to beggars on the street. Officials say most needful aid is handled by Associated Charities, with returns within 24 to 48 hours after submitting card details. The note argues giving money may fuel drunkenness and crime and prompts readers to request true family needs before acting.
A letter to the editor asserts that William J. Coombs the Democrat won the New York 3rd district race by a majority of 1111, correcting a Post paper miscrediting William Wallace the Republican who had 2734. The writer, J. W. GC of Cambridge, Mass, notes the error and requests publication of the correction.
The Free Church of St Mary for Sailors and St Marys House rises near the Cunard and Warren docks in East Boston. Ground broken with Rev Fred B Allen and Dr Phillips Brooks officiating. Building plans include a three story house and adjoining church with offices, dormitories, and reading rooms. Rector Rev R W Plant and Superintendent James M Battles named.
The Winter Hill Congregational Church cornerstone ceremony occurred Saturday afternoon at Central Street and Broadway Somerville. Clergy including Rev Edward Mason and Rev Henry Hitchcock led readings prayers and an address by Rev. Reven iuomas of Brookline. Architects Hartwell and Richardson plan a Somerville stone exterior with two round towers and a 670 seat auditorium and 100 gallery capacity.
Newton voters at a special meeting approved buying land at Highland avenue and Walnut street Newtonville from A R Mitchell for a new club house. The site, valued at 20000, will cost 15000 with the owner covering the balance. More than 7500 has been subscribed toward a 50000 project.
Florence shows bold expansion with new rail links and a belt line to unite arriving lines. Philadelphia and other investors back $850,000 in Florence projects, listing Florence Land Mining Manufacturing and Florence Northern railroad among major holdings. Local leaders tout Florence as the best location for iron wood and cotton industries, claiming unprecedented Southern growth and a thriving future.
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