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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1893
Page
4
The Boston Chronicle notes ex-Postmaster Hart will not run for mayor unless campaign funds are pledged. It urges Hart to match his Governor liberalism and urges appealing to Democrats for financial support to influence his decision amid strong public demand for his return to city leadership.
Boston press reaction to Roosevelt addressing schools calls for unity and patriotism over race prejudice and sectarianism. The letter urges elections free of Know Nothingism and sectarian influence, noting a broad public desire for reform in upcoming school committee vacancies.
The Republican organs in Poston announce seven aldermen are expected to come out of the election next month.
The author argues the Democratic convention must nominate acceptable men to avoid losing seven of twelve alderman seats. A 10,000 Democrat majority exists with a large reserve, so smart nominations should secure victory. weak picks risk Democratic defeat and GOP dreams of seven seats.
The German Reichstag opened as Emperor William urged funding for a larger army. He plans to raise revenue by taxing tobacco and wine, shifting burden to the masses. South Germany resents vineyard taxes, risking renewed public backlash against militarism before year’s end.
The text argues for free coal alongside free wool in tariff reform, stressing that removing coal tariffs is vital for New England industries and wage earners. It notes New England’s long demand for tariff relief and cites historical pressure from iron and related sectors as a measure of urgency.
A Blaine inner circle meeting during Governor McKinley's New York trip ahead of a Home Market Club rally may influence Republican faction realignment. The discussion questions whether McKinley can inherit Blaine's mantle, and whether Maine supporters will shift from Blaine to Tom Reed or to Ohio's McKinley.
The life-saving service report shows vessels and cargo saved worth about six and a half million dollars and over 3500 lives saved at a cost of 1,231,893. It notes 663 shipwrecked seamen aided, and mentions stations closed during August and September hurricanes. The act extends service three more months and questions year round continuation.
The Rev Kenelm Vaughan the English prelate visiting Boston hails from a famous family with four brothers all influential priests. Two brothers are bishops one is a canon and the other a Westminster censor. The piece also recounts Superintendent Eldridge’s forgotten beefsteak mishap on a commute and a wish for visible house numbers at night.
A humorous note describes a new group called the Sisters of Football formed by Gardiner girls to spark interest in the game and fund team expenses. It also mentions local social tidbits, including marriages at the World's Fair and comments by figures like General Draper and M M Cunniff.
Governor McKinley's mother aged eighty has nine children who became successful. George Gould reportedly captured a bear in the Catskills. D I Moody travels from Cincinnati to Northfield Mass for winter meetings, with family joining later. Neebe claims Linge died by a cigar, not his own hand. Nantucket home of Lucretia Mott noted, now Judge Dutries residence. European royalty listed with eightieth birthday, linking to German Emperor relations. Notables at Young's and Parker's hotels include George Pullman aides, William Draper, and others from Chicago Philadelphia London and New York.
A Belvidere crew reports 34 000 pounds of bone and 80 barrels of oil from an Arctic cruise. Captain Cook describes the season from July 7 in Alaska to Oct 6 weather conditions and whale counts. Other captains, including Winslow and Chase, report arrivals and cargoes as whalers face a rough season and wintering in the north. In Indianapolis a judge begins study for a decision on the Iron Hall case amid widespread expectations.
The School Suffrage Association met at 3 PM in club rooms 5 Park Street. Mrs. Hednah B. Cheney presided. Miss Lucila M. Peabody reported on the year. Treasurer's receipts were $67.54 with $40.55 spent and $26.99 balance. Thirty directors were elected.
A Boston Parker House luncheon honored Senator William P. Frye of Maine with a life-size portrait of Hon. J. G. Blaine presented by Alderman Flood. Frye gave a brief address praising Blaine and then the group attended the Black Crook at the Boston Theatre.
The column endorses Paine's Furniture Company and their winter sale. It argues the value of a good hall stand, noting many ignore it while Paine's offers furniture at astonishingly low prices. The ad pushes Washburn Credit House at 465 Washington Street for clothing on credit.
Boston aldermen consider Josiah Quincy for a seat on the Board of Aldermen. Several officials praise his potential impact and work ethic, while others defer comment, yet a general sentiment favors his candidacy if he accepts.
Marlboro November 16 Holy Trinity Church marks its sixth year with a rectory reception from four to six. The anniversary sermon was delivered by Rev. Charles T. Whittemore of All Saints Dorchester. Services continue Friday morning and evening then Sunday with Rev. George S. Pine morning and Rev. Percy Browne Roxbury in the evening.
Fire gutted the Carvil residence on Waterloo street in St John New Brunswick. The building valued at $45,000 was insured for $10,000. Local authorities investigated the blaze and no further details were provided.
Ge. A. Plummer and Co offers a grand assortment of Gretchen garments in navy green blue and red. Sizes include six to fourteen years with multiple year ranges and a special 4 year selection. Located at 531 and 533 Washington Street.
William H Beers ex president of the New York Life Insurance Company died at his home in New York after a long illness. Born April 16 1823 in Philadelphia he rose from a bookkeeper role to actuary and vice president before a disputed resignation in 1892.
George C. Towle was arrested in Chichester by Manchester officers on a charge of breaking and entering the Concord and Montreal railroad passenger station at Chichester Pine Ground on November 9 and stealing express matter. He will be arraigned in the morning.
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