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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1896
Page
4
The Boston Post argues for renewing John H. Duane's five year record on the Board of Street Commissioners. It cites his experience since 1891, leadership through expanded duties, and broad support across parties. An opposing party view is dismissed as misreading the electorate.
The article notes money returning to circulation after the election as evidence of restored confidence. It cites deposits in national banks and savings banks, gold receipts from abroad, and a stronger Treasury reserve. It argues that funds are moving from hoard to active use, signaling a healthy financial recovery.
An editorial argues for harsher penalties and tighter controls on caucus operations to deter fraud and misconduct. It lauds the board of elections for voiding fraudulently produced ballots in Ward 19 and urges comprehensive reform to deter wrongdoing from start to finish.
The piece argues Republican Senators largely oppose passing the Dingley tariff bill in a short session. Some favor amendments to boost revenue. Democrats may aid as revenue measures. It warns against an extra session and urges action on revenue or a non tariff bill. warns of public backlash.
The article extols a safer football season free of fatal injuries and brutal conduct. It credits reforms for restoring the sport from gladiatorial battles, noting the Harvard Yale clash as a symbol of past decline and current improvement.
The piece argues that while fraud claims in Virginia Tennessee and Southern states are politically charged they should not distract from the duty to uphold honest elections. It notes the fourteenth amendment ties representation to voting rights and questions how states like Massachusetts and Mississippi would be treated under such rules.
A column notes bicyclists including an eight year old in Oakland and Helen Keller riding a tandem. It reports on Italian cruiser visitors at Boston, a one armed ventriloquist inventor, Noah's Ark fair jokes, a Highland merchant tale, Italian North End decorations for Prince Louis, James Logan Gordon in Boston, and six new comedians joining the stage as children perform animal acts.
A fragment from Dorchester includes a breakfast and dinner menu with dishes such as smothered chicken and roast turkey, plus recipes for smothered chicken and prune whips. It also features an orange salad and a specialized coffee recipe attributed to a southern chef. Signed by M A Brown of 19 Milton Avenue Dorchester.
A letter to the editor from C. Ballem argues for allowing two live birds named Dan and Bridget to perch around the Bacchante statue in Boston. The writer suggests the birds be released near Turk's Island and built a nest on the statue to attract visitors and inspire remarks.
Critics urge removing a Boston Public Library courtyard statue dubbed The Bacchante for its poor proportion and alleged immoral influence. Proposed renaming to Joyous Harvest and Coming Spring might shift views though some favor leaving the piece amid less artful surroundings.
In a Brookline letter dated November 22 G W Stanley condemns allegorical posters as wish-wash and favors material designs with a true plain meaning for a patriotic public. He argues conventional floral and fruit pieces fail to satisfy, urging art that communicates clearly to a true people.
A letter from a Boston reader suggests boosting the Bacchante statue’s artistic impact at the Public Library courtyard. The proposal calls for a fountain modeled after Brussels Manikin, directing water to arc over the crown of the statue, or alternatively elevating a level fountain to spray higher before cascading onto the statue’s vertex, to symbolize jollity and revelry.
James A. Sweeney of Boston argues that a Bacchante statue approved by the Art Commission harms public morals. He concedes artistic skill but says the nude drunken figure and infant ornament mislead viewers and stain the library’s image. He urges retracting acceptance to preserve virtue for readers and children.
Rhys Clemens Barnard denounces the Bacchante sculpture as immoral and un-American. He argues that art should elevate virtue and that the piece promotes drunkenness, urging dismissal from the Public Library to avoid offending American decency. November 21.
A Western town tale unfolds at Harpersville station as a pursuer race to reach a crossing saves a child from a deadly train. A horse falls beneath the wheels, and a rough-filled crowd gathers around a coffin for Jim Preston the highwayman.
A fashion preview describes new model overskirts with separate foundation skirts and haircloth lining, finished with silk cord or velvet, and ready to pair with draped upper skirts. French styles hint at one-sided drapes as next spring novelty, including a deep purple gown with apron front details.
A fragment notes that faults may have haunted a man who died, suggesting introspection on his last moments and the moral context of his death. No further readable details available.
The Post announces weekly prizes for original short stories: ten dollars for first, five for second, and two dollars for the other four stories published each week. Winners are named Sundays and paid by mail Mondays. Only female writers qualify for prizes.
A Boston debate questions the fate of a Bacchante figure urging reform rather than confinement in the Public Library. Alfred A. Marcus records a proposal dated November 2 seeking a reformatory pathway over library custody.
Crowds attend Dr Henson and Phelps each weekday morning 10 to 11 at the Columbia Theatre on Washington Street to witness healing by laying on of hands. reports tell of two year bedridden walking and others regaining use after magnetic treatment, with free consultations and admission. Regular parlor hours also offered at Quincy House.
At noon today in Lorimer Hall Tre mont Temple stockholders of the West End road hold their annual session. Power shifts loom as West Hind Land Company controls 3000 shares held by trustees Whitney Eyndicott Peabody and Braman. No presidency change expected. elevated railroad plans loom if opponents win.
The Post reports the Derne street front wall of the State House has been condemned as over one third of the granite block was removed. Contractors fear further removal as underpinning subsidence prompts delays. The project remains costly and unsettled.
A survey of high society energy in Princess Marie Amelie and her peers. From Mrs. Humphry Ward’s literary life to cremation trends among élite figures, Harper & Brothers’ stock reorganization, and Anton Bruckner’s legendary stamina on the organ, the piece blends personal profiles with cultural milestones.
Mr A Shuman and Miss Lillian Shuman gave a souvenir to the ladies who served at Narcissus booth Noah’s Ark Friday evening. Recipients include Mrs John Ritchie Jr Mrs A Shuman Mrs C P Baker Mrs M S Cross Mrs M A Edson Mrs A Gelbert Miss Jennie Mosely Miss Florence Dows Miss Maud Gilbert Miss Carlton and Miss Georgia Nourse.
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