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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1894
Page
4
The letter from Mr. Peabody accepting the Democratic nomination stresses continued sound policy and warns against extravagant municipal spending. He presents himself as a practical candidate who favors wise liberalism directed for all, rather than promises to win votes with large expenditures.
The Crimson suffers a setback after a hard fought game in Philadelphia. The piece questions whether Yale or Pennsylvania top the standings as Yale beat Harvard and Pennsylvania also beat Yale and Princeton, leaving the final order unclear.
Survivors of the Gracie H. Benson allege harsh treatment by the Reading captain after a collision. They describe loss of belongings, wounds, icy exposure, and refusal of assistance for transport home. Fault allocation awaits official investigation. Benson crew deem the captain's actions heartless.
The article laments Boston’s free transfer denial at hearings with the railroad commissioners while other cities tax cars and franchises and return profits to the public. It argues residents subsidize street use and pay twice for service, urging Boston to grant public concessions and fare relief.
A discussion argues that a favored corporation should not be allowed to refuse free transfers to the public as it lays and runs its rail lines. The piece presses for broader public transit concessions and service latitude.
A column recalls Rev. Samuel F. Smith and the timeless appeal of America and The National Hymn on Thanksgiving. It notes Smith’s approaching eighty eighth year and suggests a public testimonial in his honor while he lives.
The United States readies naval force off the Nicaragua coast as Britain contests Nicaragua's sovereignty over the Mosquito strip. Officials warn against transatlantic interference while stressing the U S will act to enforce the Monroe doctrine if British aggression continues.
Poem fragment by James Whitcomb Riley echoes longing for childhood. The speaker invites babyhood to return and lead him back to idyllic memories among lotus lands and nature scenes. The tone is nostalgic and lyrical, reflecting a playful, musical rhythm.
A trolley wire fell across a street near the New York City Hall area, shocking a nearby policeman. Reporter notes Republican mayoral candidate Edward Up ton Curtis and allies Presho and Eagar seen near the City Hall steps, while Curtis stays indoors to await January 1 candidacy.
A collage of witty exchanges and satirical lines from 19th century periodicals. Jokes range from political slyness to social foibles featuring ministers, smugglers, critics, voters and a Southern judge at a New York cafe.
Mrs Celia Leonard longtime North End resident dies after a long illness at her home 28 Charles Street. Her funeral is set for Saturday with a Solemn Requiem High Mass at St Stephen's at 9 o'clock.
The Wells Memorial and People's Institutes hosted their annual Thanksgiving dinner yesterday at 1 30 in Wells Memorial Hall on Washington street. A large crowd attended the event.
In line with its annual custom the firm of John R. Alley & Sons Roxbury gave a turkey to each married man among its staff and two dollars to every single man as a holiday gesture.
Alarm from Box 511 at 9 24 yesterday morning for a fire in the house at 40 Union avenue. William Dooling and occupant William Buckman were involved as the reporting parties. Fire originated from plumbers thawing out a water pipe.
Thanksgiving day crowds filled Boston theatres as performers labored between acts and post show suppers. Upcoming bills include Prince Pro Tem at the Museum, The Politician at the Metropolitan, and Westward Ho! premiering December 31.
A fire in Falls New Hampshire destroyed a house and farming tools owned by Higber this morning. The property was insured for about 400 dollars. The cause of the fire is not stated.
Readers urged to send brief letters with opinions on suggestions criticism or complaints. The Post states it prints concise views and does not endorse the opinions published.
A reader asks if starting a sentence with a conjunction is logical or grammatical. The editor notes that strictly speaking it is not correct, but modern usage has made it allowable.
A letter to the editor discusses whether a German-born youth who arrived at age 2 with his mother and elder brothers, now age 23, can vote without naturalization papers. It explains he must be naturalized and, since under 18 at arrival, no prior declaration of intent is needed, requiring only one set of papers.
A Nov 27 1894 letter from Natick asks about morning winks from male coworkers on an early suburban train. The editor replies the winks indicate nothing except that the young men are not gentlemen.
A reader asks what defines a patent attorney and whether he must judge infringement. If an invention is rejected as an infringement in Washington, should the inventor pay the attorney’s full fee. The responder notes the case reflects attorney client disagreement and declines judgment, citing circumstance of engagement.
A Boston letter-writer urges ending football as brutal and dangerous after Yale and Harvard games. He proposes selecting players from each college to battle with clubs in a closed enclosure to illustrate the sport should be stopped. He laments injuries and fatalities and calls for reform in football.
A narrator explains the effort of managing ledgers and boarders to help a husband’s earnings. She details ongoing disappointment in securing respectable tenants and collecting due rent, noting loneliness complaints from renters and frustration despite efforts to create a welcoming home.
A letter from Cambridge, dated November 28, 1894, asks if the National League schedule equalizes games at each club’s town and whether the New York Sun supports free trade. It answers yes to equal games and asserts the Sun pretends to favor tariff reductions.
Fragmentary line notes seven rods of the city fence once in place. The terse item mentions boundary material and possible maintenance needs without further detail.
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