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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1892
Page
4
The organ claims Governor Haile lost as thousands voted for Wotcott Hampin thinking they backed Roger Wotcott. It suggests the ignorant vote skewed Republican results while intelligent voters favored Governor Russell.
Democratic letters from Boston and across the state urge a statewide celebration of a great victory. The post notes pent up enthusiasm and suggests a major dinner or multiple mass meetings to satisfy popular demand for a grand triumph marking the generation’s greatest victory.
The international monetary conference opens today in Brussels with low expectations. The election of Cleveland changes the situation and may revive the talk of free coinage. The United States representatives were appointed by Mr. Harrison, seen as a move to quiet silver supporters before the election. The conference now has a chance to accomplish something.
The outcome of the Homestead strike is a defeat for organized labor. Agitation is acceptable but violence is wrong. The Homestead incident shows violence cost the workers their cause, though provocation existed. Labor movements must stay within the bounds of law.
The Secretary of State records 799 divorces in the past year, suggesting rising domestic strain. Yet the population has grown, and more lasting marriages exist alongside more unhappy separations. The article weighs the trend against overall societal change and argues the balance remains favorable.
The Boston Aldermen urge placing the steamship Etruria on the Boston to Liverpool line next year. They note Cunard will move two ships from New York to Boston and call for action by the Common Council and local business groups to secure the Etruria and protect Boston’s share of transatlantic traffic.
The Boston Journal and readers discuss why Roger Wocott lagged behind in auditor votes. Analysis shows a large GOP backlash, with 1893 Republicans reportedly disliking Wocott for supporting Cleveland in 1884 and denouncing Quay in 1891. Ward 11 ballots hint at personal votes while party blocs punished him.
The piece declares a public duty for Boston Democrats to elect the party’s regular candidates named last night. It argues Mayor Matthews needs a cooperative Aldermen board to sustain his administration and warns Republicans may win to thwart the mayor with a hostile majority.
The Indianapolis Journal warns of dire effects if iron ores join the free list and pig iron duties are cut to permit profitable imports. Governor Ames and Massachusetts iron manufacturers say 700,000 workers would gain employment with good wages in New England, signaling a shift from McKinley era policies.
The piece argues Connecticut uses a rotten borough system to elect electors and a Democratic governor while a Republican legislature looms. It cites Senate ratios of 12 Democrats for 476,318 and 12 Republicans for 269,878, and House seats with 118 Democrats from towns of 483,830 people and 182 Republicans from towns of 255,862, asserting Connecticut sits at the head of oligarchy.
The Boston Journal quickly attaches William W. Crapo as a Republican Senate candidate, underscoring boss Lop as the party power in Massachusetts. The piece questions whether the machine also controls the Legislature, noting debates over one office at a time for a boss.
Complaints reach the Post that a large man with gray hair and goatee solicits contributions to the Carney Hospital Fund, though the fund was closed months ago. The impostor is warned to be met with police on any subscription attempt. Various quips follow about imitating people and humorous newsroom anecdotes from different papers.
Boston business leaders press Cunard to add fast steamers between Boston and Liverpool during World’s Fair year. Aldermen pass a resolution urging the line to deploy ships like the Etruria and Umbria, aiming to boost Boston’s trade and passenger flow despite New York dominance.
Mr. Cleveland urges voters and party managers to shift focus from spoils to principles. He calls for honest government, wise policies, and faithful adherence to party professions to win broad support. He warns neither Democratic nor other parties can win without genuine reform and integrity.
Bernard McMackin receives endorsement from the Cooper Social and Athletic Club for the North End Common Council race. The rumor that rival candidate James Horan belongs to the Coopers is false. The club members express strong support for McMackin’s campaign.
The Haverhill Gazette notes Governor William E. Russell will likely vacate the chair for a role in the president's cabinet as a bright rising figure presses toward the White House. The piece hints at a future cabinet position awaiting him.
The 12 year old Nicolini Cambana, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Cambana, earned a 42 inch Volunteer Columbia bicycle for greatest Post sales from Sept 22 to Nov 16. He sold 16,626 papers in eight weeks, supporting his family with Dominick, 15, and an ill father. The postman delivered the news to Nicolini at Columbus Avenue and he and Dominick rode the bike home via Douglass court.
In Baltimore on November 21 liberal Catholic factionalism centers on education policy. Cardinal Gibbons and Archbishop Ireland drive a progressive parochial school stance, while others resist. The announced report endorses not banning public schools but adding Sunday school oversight to protect children attending public schools.
President elect Cleveland plans a brief rest in New Bern North Carolina chosen for its winter appeal and seclusion from persistent office seekers. He will depart New York likely Wednesday or Thursday and received visitors including Thomas Bayard Carter Harrison and Bardeleben in a visit of presumed political significance.
Princeton N J November 21 Vincent star end rush out preventing expected showdown with Hinkey Randolph 95 steps in to replace him but development in three days of practice is uncertain The rest of the lineup remains Trenchard and Randolph ends Lee and Harrold tackles Hall and Wheeler guards Balliett center Morse quarterback Homans fullback King and Poe backs.
Washington November 21 The President ordered revenue vessels to patrol the Atlantic coast from December 1 to April 1 to aid vessels in distress. The Levi Woodbury will cruise from Eastport Maine to Cape Elizabeth Maine and the Alexander J Dallas from Mt Desert Maine to Gloucester Massachusetts. The Samuel Dexter will run from Gloucester Massachusetts to Newport Rhode Island and the U S S Grant from Newport to Delaware Breakwater including Long Island Sound.
Judge Caldwell of the United States circuit court ordered the sale of the Kansas City Wyandotte and Northwestern railroad on mortgage clearance grounds. Jay Gould and Russell Sage, holding 1915 shares, sought the sale to satisfy an 8 750 000 dollar loan held by the Farmers Loan and Trust Company.
Springfield Illinois Nov 21 Charles Rearick Co s bank at Ashland was entered by burglars who took tools from the village blacksmith shop and blew open the vault with a sledgehammer. About 2500 dollars was secured in the raid.
In St Louis on November 21 delegates at the Knights of Labor annual convention lament the defeat of the Amalgamated Association and fear iron workers may form a secret organization to respond.
Herbert Leach of Brockton has received a silver Jeannette medal. John W. Musgrave of Portland is a Democratic candidate for shipping commissioner. Ex Governor D H Chamberlain lectures at Yale law school. Rev H B Smith resigns Universalist pastorate in Nashua due to ill health. John Torrance of Montreal Dominion Steamship Company ill in Portland. Governor elect John B Smith has given 1000 toward a Roman Catholic house of worship at Hillsboro Bridge.
Tied to a post election analysis several newspapers debate the land slide on the eighth of the month. Republicans urged to prevent another slump by presenting a decisive program while Democrats face blame for past blunders. The piece stresses building a credible platform for four years ahead.
The America's Cup committee met in New York on November 21 but refused to release the contents of Lord Dunraven's letter to the public at that time.
Norway's Postmaster-General decrees that starting January 1 1893 country postmen must use bicycles for mail delivery where roads permit. General F J Lippitt of Washington is the lone survivor who witnessed Lafayette's burial as a youth in Paris. The world's two top stamp collectors are M Ferrari and the Czar, whose collection may be worth 3 000 000 francs. The white Sultan of Sarawak, Sir Charles Brooke, is an English ruler, recognized only by the United States, governing a Borneo realm as large as Ireland where subjects pay tribute in rice.
The Boston Post convicted a green goods man who attempted to trap a reporter. Through shrewd reporting, the case turned against the scammer, earning praise for the paper and establishing a precedent in government prosecutions.
From the Pittsfield Journal, the mayor’s administration is described as creditable to himself and his political party and of great benefit to the city.
An article extols cretonne as a luxurious durable fabric for walls, furniture, drapery, and cushions. It highlights moleskins, floral drapes, and light color schemes, promoting Brodie and Chinese silks for sash curtains. The piece advertises John H. Pray, Sons & Co. at 658 Washington Street, Boston, as offering a vast Carpets and Rugs selection.
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