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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1895
Page
4
The Boston registration closed last week shows an off year surge with a likely large vote and a sizable Democratic majority. Women voters registered at a lower than expected rate, though most registrants intend to vote, reflecting a quiet but earnest civic effort.
Editorial urges lively registration in Boston and a large election turnout. It stresses the duty of voting, calls for a settled conscience at the polls, and predicts a strong Democratic majority if the registered voters cast ballots on election day.
The sixth district Democrats nominate Harvey N Shepard after Charles A Russell declines. The Post notes the district is a Democratic fighting ground with strong majorities favoring Canal at times and expects Shepard to energize the campaign with experience and vigor in an unusual off year contest.
The article notes that demonetization in India depressed Western silver mining but now Colorado production is profitable again. It predicts a possible 12 cent rise in London silver prices, arguing miners seek profit and that silver might regain value as gold and silver converge in price before the 1896 election.
A nostalgic revival highlights Boston’s veteran volunteer firemen showcasing hand engines and traditions. Once civic powerhouses, their glittering past contrasts with today’s salaried, modern department, yet veterans symbolize the city’s developmental strength and civic spirit.
Governor Greenhalge defends veto of Holyoke police bill, saying he acted to protect local self government and prevent partisan interests. The Post lauds the veto, asserting it preserved residents' rights against Republican overreach, though the governor’s motive is questioned as political caution.
The article contrasts Democrats who trust the people and defend local rights with Republicans who distrust voters and treat local self-government as a favor. It argues the coming election will decide whether local self-government is a political right or a privilege at the Governor and Legislature’s whim.
The column sketches moments from John G. Whittier's life including a printer setting verses on envelopes and poems penned on envelopes bearing the poet's name. It recalls a Chicago wedding via a 12 year old groom, polar explorer Hugh J. Lee’s fatigue, and colorful city life with anecdotes about a flirtatious envelope of mischief and a parade of firemen. It also notes John A. Royale’s oil dealings in Boston and a historic 1813 bucket carried by Woonsocket Veteran Firemen visiting Boston.
John L Stoddard informs readers he is rapidly recovering from throat surgery and will begin his season in Chicago on the 29th. He clarifies surgeons and medical details, credits Eliot Hospital nurses, and notes the abscess stemmed from a salivary calculus. He cites Demosthenes’ pebble analogy for improved enunciation. October 15.
A reader questions why Mrs Laura Ormiston Chant and Lady Somerset visit the United States to lecture on women's duties. The writer condemns foreign politicians and domestic critics alike, arguing prominent English figures have no vested interest here and urging the press to confront them directly. The letter ends with the sign-off So Tired.
At yesterday afternoon session members were appointed to report a list of officers for the January meeting. Elected to membership were Charles H Morse superintendent of Cambridge Manual Training School Louis R Lincoln engraver and Isaiah H Parnham electrical engineer.
The Union Pacific plan of reorganization, not to be released tomorrow afternoon, provides for a $16 assessment on stock, issuance of $100,000,000 4 percent bonds for firsts and government debt, and $75,000,000 in preferred stock. Bondholders receive new bonds at par and five shares of preferred stock per $1000 bond. common stock likely unchanged.
A fragmentary Rosewood report hints at an unexpected change in a local event, with limited readable details. Names, dates, or precise actions are not discernible, but the piece suggests community impact and scheduling shifts.
In a bardic tale a heroic king Cormac battles fate and a brain ball curse after a sacred wound. Mirya the seer warns of a crime in the east the nail of Jesus on the cross. The king, roused to arms, dies when the brain ball returns, ending his reign as the barbarians surge.
In Quincy the Post ongoing proverb contest sparks strong reader interest as contestants rush to find the phrase Go to the ant a sluggard hidden among advertiser notices. Mary E Maxim of 48 Washington St wins the opening gold piece with her discovery.
The New England Paint and Old Club met last evening at the Vendome with prominent members from Boston Portland Me Providence and Worcester. A sumptuous banquet followed with vocal and instrumental selections and addresses by visiting members. Officers for 1895 96 include President I H Wirey Boston and Secretary C F Hatfield Boston.
Dr Benjamin Cushing, a Dorchester physician, died after a long illness at his home. He was 73 and a Harvard medical graduate. The obituary notes his early 20th century education and residence in Dorchester.
Fourteen Portia Club members gathered at the United States Hotel for a social dinner honoring Mrs. Alice Parker Hesser on her recent marriage. Amy Acton presided. attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Nash, Mrs. M. Ricker of Washington, D C, and several lawyers. Mrs. Nash, a Maine bar member for twenty two years, was a featured guest.
Mrs Susan A White wife of William B White died in Cambridge last Tuesday. A Bangor native she had lived in the University City for thirteen years and was active in charitable work. She spearheaded a recent charity event to raise funds for a cause. Mr White and many friends extend sympathy.
The Indiana, the heaviest armored vessel afloat, completed a trial run from Boston Light to Cape Ann and back with an average up-course speed of about 16.31 knots. Cramp’s team praised the engines, noted unusually smooth operation, and expected possible 16 knot official speed. The crew observed minimal bow wave and near-zero vibration, confirming American shipbuilding prowess.
The United States despatch boat Dolphin under Lieutenant Buckingham departed the navy yard shortly before noon yesterday for Portsmouth New Hampshire. The iron ram Katahdin remains in drydock with no current plan to leave and its trial run, set for today, will likely be postponed indefinitely.
Alexis Baker disappeared from his Hudson home on Monday and was found today beside a pine tree by Robinsons pond. Coroner Hunt ruled death from heart disease after examining the remains.
The Boston Christian Register condemns Pullman upper berth rules, recounting a Nebraska August incident where a sick girl could not close the top bunk for air. Clergy and passengers protest as doctors treat her, arguing the policy is cruel, profit driven, and soulless, risking a push toward rail reform.
The Discipl Tabernacle on Shawmut avenue at Madison street hosted a fine concert by the Boston City Band under conductor Frank L. Collira. Karl Marshall White presented readings and recitations, with October dates announced for further entertainments.
A photo of Suchorowsky's painting Nana is shown at 47 Boylston Street. The work depicts a nude yet spiritual reclining figure, imagined as Venus, seen through a mirror and in a staged court setting with electric light. The critic praises the painting's unity of figure and accessories and notes its $60,000 valuation.
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