Boston Post Front Matter November 16 1994
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Democrats Must Unite To Elect Boston Mayor
The piece argues that no Republican can win Boston mayor without Democratic help. It states the Democracy dominates city government and can consistently elect the Mayor, Aldermen, and Common Council. It urges Democrats to stay united to maintain control and seize success through cohesive action.
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Court ruling may force witnesses to testify on Sugar Trust probe
The District of Columbia court decision threatens to compel contumacious witnesses before the Sugar Trust committee to reveal information. An appeal may delay, but the ruling appears to stand. Senators are accused of using official knowledge to speculate in securities, and witnesses should be locked up if needed to expose wrongdoing.
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Sunday Newspapers and the Church Discussion
The church congress heatedly debated the Sunday newspaper as a force in modern journalism. Opinions varied from condemnation to defense, with some suggesting boycott as a restraint while others warned of its strong influence and quality.
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Public Docks Plan Advances in Boston City Council
The Boston City Council unanimously passes an order to develop municipal dock facilities. The scheme, championed by Alderman Barry, has broad business support and a mayoral backing, awaiting legislative authority to borrow funds for a substantial initial start.
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Bell Telephone Stockholders Vote to Accept Capital Increase
The Bell Telephone stockholders yesterday unanimously approved the Legislature authorized increase of the company’s capital stock. President Hudson urged acceptance but warned the move could trigger removal out of the State if the stock expansion proved unsatisfactory. The remark framed as a firm, though ungracious, surrender to superior force.
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Public Stock Increase Critique Of Bell Telephone Privileges
The author attacks a law provision that blocks distributing new stock at par among shareholders and requires the commissioner of corporations to set the price. The critique argues the Commonwealth grants Bell Telephone Company generous privileges and that stock increase restrictions are standard and healthy for corporations.
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Democratic Nomination Convent ion Sets Boston Mayor Pick
The Boston Democratic city committee convenes tonight to nominate the municipal mayor and aldermen. The piece argues for a convention based nominating method and urges Democrats to settle differences in the convention to unite for a strong campaign and victory.
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Sunlit Summer Tragedy and a Lost Love
A forenoon idyll turns tragic as a narrator recalls a girl’s sudden nearness and a father’s call. The memory, sparked by a hair tress and sunlit grasses, ends in a solitary grief and a haunting refrain about being called in from him and shut the door.
Grand Opera House stages Fellner comedy and new plays
Last evening the Grand Opera House premiered Don Carlos de Seville by Eugene Fellner for James O Neill before a fashionable audience. At Castle Square Theatre Captain Paul opens this week with strong production values. Sothern and Grace Kimball perform The Victoria Cross next week, while Wilson leads The Devil s Deputy at Tremont. Sowing the Wind bows out of Columbia on December 1 as tours pull contracts away. J W Kelly delivers Boston humor at the Lyceum. Gaiety Girls’ Palace run extended a second week amid strong crowd demand.
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Notable Boston Socials and Political Gossips
The Observant Citizen reports a cordial gathering with U S District Attorney Sherman Hoar and John B. Martin at Tremont House debating Election outcomes. It notes Bishop Lawrence’s church congress remarks on aid discretion and praises Miss Fannie Johnston and James J. Graham's family celebration for sons Richard and James with gold watches and chains.
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John H. Kerrison
The Post Letter Box invites brief citizen opinions
Readers are urged to send short, pointed comments on public matters. The Post disclaims endorsement of printed views yet welcomes concise suggestions, criticisms, or complaints in this department.
No Chance to Marry Letter Sparks Hope for Young Maid
A letter in the Post urges a young maid that plenty of sensible men offer good chances to marry. The writer, A. R. Everett, notes the value of independence and the sun breaking through clouds, ending with hope for everyone.
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Boston Plasterers Union Denies License Vote Report
In a letter dated Nov 15 1834 Boston, secretary Robert Dunn of the Journeymen Plasterers Association rejects a Building Trades meeting report claiming the plasterers favored voting no license. He asks the editor to contradict the published item.
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Tea service duties at afternoon receptions
The Inquirer states that tea is poured in the afternoon by either a daughter or a young hostess’s friend. Often multiple young ladies handle several tea tables according to the number of tables.
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First Edition Title for Dr Oliver Wendell Holmes Works
South Boston reader asks for the name of the first edition of the late Dr Oliver Wendell Holmes works. The inquiry is dated November 15, 189% and seeks precise bibliographic information.
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J. J. D. South Boston
Noted stage critics on Feliner drama in Spain setting
The review praises the five act blank verse memory drama by Feliner, produced with O Neill and Miss Burress, but finds little dramatic action despite fine language. The cast includes Hallett Thompson and Robert Haines, with Don Carlos de Saville as a forthcoming engagement and Virginius to be repeated by special request.
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Take It Home To Yourself Advertisement
A local clothing ad explains the store offers overcoats and suits at 10 and 15 dollar prices with higher tier options of 20 25 and 30 dollars. It emphasizes goods first dollars second, tailoring quality, and substantial savings versus tailor prices. The pitch aims to appeal to both modest and affluent customers by claiming the garments are made by men tailors and fit any budget with superior value.
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Furnishings Hats and Shops In Fair Prices Near You
A brisk local ad invites men and boys to explore furnishings and hats across nearby shops. Window displays are highlighted as the quickest guide to better prices and selection, promising clarity beyond lengthy prose.
Perils and Hopes of Modern Cities Lecture Series
Epworth League and Baptist Young People's Union open a home mission lecture series with Rev A F Schauffler on New York side Rev Florius T Brobst on Chicago side and Rev D W Waldron in Boston. Stereopticon views draw applause as pledge cards support city mission work. Next meeting December 12 will cover Missions of the Homeland at Park Street Church. Sunday missions sermons will be preached across Boston churches with exchange pulpits.
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Supreme Court hears Bate patent life case on term limits
Washington November 16 The Supreme Court heard arguments on whether the patent term for the Bate refrigerating process should be limited by the foreign patent term or by the U S application date The English patent has expired and the ruling could affect many major patents including telephone and electric lighting cases and is closely watched by corporate counsel.
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Woman Found on Tracks In Everett Still Unconscious
Miss Maria Boynton remains unconscious at Josiah Goddard’s home in Everett after being found lying on the Boston and Maine tracks at West Everett Wednesday night. The cause of the accident cannot be determined until she regains consciousness.
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Norwich farmer accused of cider brandy production
United States officers raided Orson Sargent's Norwich Vermont premises on suspicion of unsanctioned cider brandy production. They found about one hundred barrels of cider and an arch but no still. Sargent was arrested, arraigned before Commissioner Gleason, and held for trial in December after posting bonds. He had prior similar arrests but paid a small fine.
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Pope Seeks China Policy After War Demise
Rome report says the Pope hopes China’s collapse will aid Christian propaganda and a church hierarchy may be established there after the war. He will open talks with Japan on diplomatic relations.
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