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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1894
Page
4
Canvasses under oath show that every morning in Boston and vicinity the Post sells nearly as many copies as any two other papers combined.
The World’s Food Fair in Boston showcases healthful foods and domestic economy, presented by the Boston Retail Grocers Association. It emphasizes not only what to eat but how to eat, with educational departments and cooking demonstrations illustrating science-based feeding for better health.
The article argues that Alexander III of Russia is near death at a young age, but warns his passing should not be viewed as a trigger for a European war. It notes Russia’s peaceful policy under his reign, with no aggressive moves, and asserts no sovereign today can guarantee Europe’s peace.
The piece notes a monthly surge of murder in New England, with both urban and rural areas reporting unprecedented crime. It rejects desperation and hard times as direct causes, suggesting a periodical pattern in crime akin to periodic weather cycles.
The article contemplates a surge in crime in New England and suggests social science might forecast such storm periods like weather indicators. It compares crime trends to cyclones announced by weather bureau flags and ponders future predictive methods.
Opinion defends Cunard transatlantic service noting world renowned safety, skilled command, and strict discipline. It argues fast ships can be safer than slow, cites fewer accidents on faster vessels, and says speed is not a risk to passengers. Also reports Mayor Matthews and Navy officers visiting Boston.
The District of Columbia grand jury indictment of Sugar Trust officials is dismissed as unserious. The core issue is whether the trust revealed campaign contribution details to a Senate committee, which Havemeyer refused to disclose. The piece argues anti trust laws should target the trust itself for violating national laws.
The United States Court of Appeals at Chicago confirms the right to strike for Northern Pacific employees, setting aside Judge Jenkins injunction that barred striking or leaving service. It notes strikes may be abused but exist. violence or property destruction must be avoided.
A historical verse recounts Christmastide themes with blessings for Christians and shepherds and a plea for peace. The piece references the nativity, angels, and the birth of Jesus Christ and urges nonviolence and charity in the season.
Michael P. Geary of Ward 13 Boston is praised for pushing the caucus reform act through the Legislature. The item also notes Edward P. O'Hara appointed principal at Amsterdam Academy, the Vice President's Boston visit with Frank and Mrs Jones, Governor Greenhalge’s upcoming engagements, and a humorous elevator prank at the Globe building.
William Haworth’s latest drama On the Mississippi opened at the Columbia Theatre Boston last night. The melodrama set in the Reconstruction South features Ned Raymond Billy Dean Wilson Dean and Gail Forrest with a vivid New Orleans backdrop and a band of singing and dancing colored boys. The production earns praise for coherent plotting strong performances and elaborate scenery and runs two weeks.
Ada Rehan opened a second week at Hollis Street Theatre in Love on Crutches with a large friendly audience praising her light comedy turn as Annis. She is supported by George Clarke and a strong cast. The run continues with further performances and the brief note of Marie Jansen’s Hollis engagement and Miss Dynamite.
The Grand Opera House filled to capacity last night as audiences laughed and applauded Old Jed Prouty. Richard Golden’s long running play pleases locals with understated humor and strong local flavor. The company features C. C. Blanchard Lige Henry Hilton John Todd Charles Carter Martha Giddins Tribulation Prouty and Lucille Leath. Old Jed Prouty continues this week with the star himself welcoming friends.
The Bowdoin Square presentation of The New South proves durable with a strong second viewing. Miss Davies as the heroine moves the crowd with a pathetic and admirable portrayal, while Grismer offers marked dramatic power and Scott Cooper embodies a quaint Southern gentleman. Next week brings The Cotton King.
The Prince Pro Tem week at the Museum opens with a praised production notable for a rapid dark transition from palace ante room to illuminated gardens. The finale features a brilliant set swap in seconds, with lanterns and lights transforming the stage into a new cast of characters. Next Friday marks the 100th performance with a cabinet presentation to cap the milestone.
Lead images feature the company's top executives and board members posing for portraits. The photographs capture key figures likely in leadership roles and public face of the firm.
Fifth week of The Old Homestead opened last evening in Boston. The production’s charm and Mr. Thompson’s star turn draw strong interest before his planned retirement. Wilson the comedian and Protec delight audiences, while Adams showcases silent clowning in the pantomime finish. Scenic tricks, transformation scenes, and a thrilling fire sequence add to the entertainment.
Duff opera company stages The Mikado with new cast members J H Ryley as Koko and Miss Drew Donelson as Katisha. H M Ravenscroft is Pooh-Bah and Charles Truhmann Pish-Tush. The three little maids Adele Ritchie Aileen Burke Flora Atkinson delight audiences as the show winds down its run and Japanese dancing girls bow out.
B F Keith presents a refined program at the Lyceum with new tableaux, The Spirit of the Alps Othello's Courtship and Stealing a Smoke. Tortajada troupe and Raymon Moore headline a starry lineup including Bedouin Arabs and a host of comedians and performers.
Two sporty lawyers and stars George Thatcher and Carroll Johnson headline the Park Theatre hit About Gotham. Helen Byron and Dave Foy deliver vivacious and comic performances while Edith Newton debuts as Mrs Chauncey Driscoll to instant favor.
Manager Lothrop presents a strong bill at the Howard with dancing turns novelty acts and humorous sketches. The Kiralfy ballets, living pictures, and a burlesque "The Invisible Prince" headline a colorful program featuring John Weber and a host of noted performers.
James R Adams presents a breezy farce at the Palace Theatre with Bobby Buttons in the lead. The show features a strong company including Pearl Raymond Becky Taylor Mynnie Burroughs Iona Burgess Maud Ruth Rebecca Morgan Jennie Colby Alice Summers Joseph A Kelley C H Burroughs Ed F Galligan George Mullen Edward W Colby and Master Walter Morgan. The program highlights Edith Warren singing Molly’s the Girl for Me and a second act of specialty numbers plus an olio. Ruth the Quakeress and the stilts act by Adams amuse audiences.
Prince Okabe and his Japanais troupe entertained large crowds at Austin and Stone's Museum in Boston yesterday. It is their last week in the city and exhibition hall receptions are expected to draw many. The acts include a thrilling slide for life and canine training by Miss Jennie Morello with her cocker spaniels. Gumbo, the notable simian, is due to sail to Lisbon on the 22nd. The stage features the Johnson trio, Collins and Madell, the Lovetts, Cruikshank, Jessie Ollivier, Whitman and Davis, Ed. Banker, Hilford and Elmore, the Chevalier sisters, James and Wilson, Lew Cole, the Washington trio, Sanford and Mulvey and Walter Keen.
At the corner of Washington and Dover managers report strong attendance for Norris brothers’ Equine and Canine Paradox extending another week. The New Magdalen stars Miss Ethel Tucker as Mercy Merrick with a noted supporting cast delivering a robust all around show.
E. E. Rose enforces a strict no one over 80 rule at Castle Square Theatre. Songs Illustrated and Illuminated will play at Boston Theatre Thursday and Sunday with charity night for the poor. World’s Fair reproduction private press view Friday and public showing at Casino building Tremont Street. Lotta’s Pawn Ticket 210 to be staged at Grand Opera House next week with Amy Lee Frank Doane and P. Aug. Anderson. The Old Homestead’s Boston run leads to In Old Kentucky. Fanny Rice returns to Park Theatre with Miss Innocence Abroad. Star course season tickets sellout shows ongoing. Henry Hilton sings The Old Melodeon, composed by W. H. Wilder, from Annie Lewis’s Prince Pro Tem.
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