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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1895
Page
4
The Boston Post notes a public parade of the city police as a visible strength and reassurance. It argues police are not soldiers and should remain under civil governance, while acknowledging the parade’s sturdy appearance and potential impact on public security.
The piece argues the United States should uphold the Monroe Doctrine in the Venezuela dispute with Great Britain. It asserts that the exact diplomatic label used is unimportant, emphasizes non confrontation, and calls for arbitration as the rightful method to determine possession without threats.
Senator Hoar sends a letter opposing the Republican rally plan arguing the state can control corporations without costly Democratic government machinery. He mocks Democratic claims about excessive state apparatus and favors economical, effective governance. The piece contrasts Democratic aims to cut commissions, the lobby, and other GOP structures with the need for accountability to the people.
A harsh indictment of a brutal crime near Galloway Tennessee detailing torture and mutilation of a Black man. The piece condemns the act, condemns the perpetrator, and contrasts American barbarity with global outrages, stressing shock at moral decay under civilizational pretenses.
The article lauds the anti-toxine diphtheria cure introduced in the country less than a year ago. It cites New York City data showing 7921 cases and 1643 deaths in nine months of 1895, a mortality under 20 percent, and argues that earlier, deaths averaged high levels, costing thousands of lives that this remedy might have saved. It praises Pasteur’s foundational work and calls the remedy a greater achievement than empire building.
A Northampton speech by John E. Russell criticizes Governor Greenhalge's vetoes while arguing government rests on laws, not individuals. He says the Republican platform is weakened by opposition to party actions, stressing that voters should consider principle over personal opposition.
The article notes that over two thousand aliens have been naturalized in Boston courts since registration began and that the city’s voting list exceeds prior state election records. It argues new citizens strengthen government and public duty, urging aliens and nonvoting residents to participate in voting and civic life.
The observant citizen notes lawyer John B Moran’s frequent afterhours in a Uptown restaurant with figures like M M Cunningham James J Costello John F Callahan and Aldermen Lee Dever City Clerk Galvin plus daily chats in Pemberton square with Congressman Fitzgerald Atwood and Jesse Gove. Ex Mayor Matthews James Donovan George Williams Owen Galvin and John Fitzpatrick also appear. Gas man Addicks and oil magnate H H Rogers are tipped to visit Boston while Daniel McLaughlin known as Cashel hobnobs Court square. Edward J Donovan plans law studies at Boston University Law School.
A fashion note showcases mink fur jackets with tight-fitting vests and velvet sleeves, edged gilt buttons, and long glove styling. It also describes two boa configurations with tails, a ruche collar, and sable trim ideas for evening capes and promenade coats, highlighting Lambs wool and sabre usage.
The New England Printer reports a specimen book from the Boston Post showing 332 type faces 81 rule and border combinations numerous ornaments and marks of the artistic printer. A H Marchant supervised ad make-up and inspired many ideas receive the first copy with autograph letter from B A Grazier. The Post gains credit for expanded business and broad type variety.
A high priest Cleon craves sight to behold Aglaia and the beauty he touched. The gods grant vision, he returns home, witnesses his wife with Glaucus, and in despair leaps to death. The crowd notes his fate, noting the irony that sight brings tragedy.
The Post notes two corrections from last Sunday's piece on Congressman Morse and Mrs Morse. The town memorial project cost 4100 not 41000 and Mrs Morse is a Congregationalist not a Methodist rooted in Peregrine White ancestry.
Col Russell weighs cutting payments to widows who wash for the fire department to cut costs. A table shows women earning about six to eight dollars per week versus Chinese laundries at higher rates. Interviews with Mrs Twiss and Mrs Caverly reveal fears of ruin and loss of livelihood if prices drop.
The Massachusetts Federation of Women’s Clubs hosted a luncheon at the Vendome in honor of Mrs. Blilen M Henrotin of Chicago, president of the national federation. Mrs Julia Ward Howe presided with Cantabrigia chorus performances and speeches praising Henrotin’s work, followed by a reception with numerous club members in attendance.
The Post hides a King Solomon proverb in morning ads. Five dollar prize awarded to Edward H. Pinkham of 239 Washington Street Boston after rapid postmark judging. Dozens of women readers across Boston submit notices from Marion Street East Boston Jamaica Plain Roxbury Somerville Chelsea Medford and beyond.
The Angus Gilbert case was heard by the Supreme Court yesterday as Gilbert's counsel sought printing of certain evidence in the exceptions. Assistant Attorney-General Travis opposed the motion, but it was deemed unnecessary. The case is set for argument on Tuesday, November 12, while the alleged slayer of Alice Sterling remains in good health despite confinement.
W. P. Sullivan at 140 Third Street South Boston was surprised Wednesday evening by about 100 friends who presented him a gold watch and chain. P. Foley gave a speech and Sullivan replied briefly. a sizable supper followed to close the pleasant gathering.
A Rome despatch to Central News reports a papal consistory planned for late December. Four nuncios will be appointed: Ainti to Vienna, Gotti to Madrid, Rinaldinini to Brussels, and Lorenzelli to Washington.
The usual Channing Hall Talk will be held next Saturday October 19 at 2 30 p m at the Unitarian building 2 1 2 Beacon street The subject Lerson VL The Talents will be discussed led by Rev W Hanson Pulsford
The Parliament of Man will convene at Park Street Church at noon on Friday. Speaker for the day is Mr Joe K Foster editor of the Laborer Boston. His topic is American Citizenship.
The British bark Swansea cleared for Buenos Ayres with lumber, Captain Sanford's family to accompany. Five mackerel schooners at T wharf netted about 200 barrels of No 1 mackerel at 14 cents each, largest in years. Cotton shipment 8359 bales headed to Liverpool on Leyland liner Armenian. St Croix to replace service to St John, N B, near 2000 tons gross. Yard work on Brookline Bowden Myles Standish Resolute and other craft. revenue cutter delayed. Nellie in dry dock. Norseman and Michigan sailing from Liverpool to Boston.
The Chickatawbut Club begins its 1895-96 season with an opening dinner in Young's Hotel dining room next Tuesday evening. Speakers include ex-Governor J. Q. A. Brackett, Hon. William M. Olin Secretary of State and Hon. W. S. Knox Congressman-elect of the fifth Massachusetts district.
John F. Doherty aged 26 of 22 Harris street Somerville was arrested by Station 15 officers for larceny of a horse wagon and groceries valued at 160 dollars. The stolen outfit was taken in Boston on Wednesday and recovered the same night in Charlestown, owned by Joseph A. Peach of 476 Ferry Street Everett.
The notice lists residents including Mrs P W Purdon of 107 Somerville Avenue Somerville and Lela Oxley Moxom of Atlanta and F A J Yourans of 53 Lila Avenue Roxbury as recipients of prize letters. It notes 108 men had letters received early morning and many more after the prize was awarded, leaving no room to log all names.
The Minnesota, the old receiving ship now in New York Harbor, is slated to arrive in Boston Harbor Monday forenoon. A contingent of Massachusetts Naval Brigade will sail to New York tonight, with Capt Weeks leading about thirty men to maneuver the ship ashore. The ship, described as unseaworthy, will serve as an armory near the lower Charlestown bridge, while Lynn salts gain ship duty privileges and a warm reception awaits the vessel’s arrival from the Light.
In Fitchburg a civil case Krebanov v Stein seeks 159 dollars for rent and for praying for the plaintiff's deceased father from Oct 1 1893 to Apr 1 18. The claim includes 216 hours at 12 1/2 cents and 216 hours at 20 cents for the plaintiff and workers. Witnesses explain Hebrew prayer customs. language barriers noted.
Mrs J P Sutherland of 277 Commonwealth avenue held a refined reception from 4 to 6 pm with guests including Miss May Robson Miss Ida Conquest and Mr Rdson among numerous professionals and performers. Notable attendees from the Masqueraders In Sight of St Pauls Vendome luncheon guests and local society figures were present.
At Shawmut Church last evening Henry M. Dunham presented an organ recital with Miss Gertrude M. Rennyson soprano and Signor Rotoll on piano. The large, fine instrument suited the program and the audience filled the church to capacity with warm applause for a strong finale and delicately sung songs.
Previously acknowledged figures show scattered contributions by individuals and groups including B. B. Thurman and George J. Ryan, with small donations from friends and the East Boston Social Club through Peter O’Neil. The total collected appears to total about 1500 dollars.
At the October meeting of the American Humane Education Society and the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, President Angell announced a $12,000 gift from Samuel B. Sawyer of Gloucester to fund a building, conditioned on matching subscriptions. Boston agents reported 267 cruelty complaints, 28 horses removed from work, and 97 animals killed. country agents 83 complaints, 157 horses removed, and 133 animals killed. Ninety-nine new Bands of Mercy formed during the month, bringing total to 179.
The Salvation Army announces the beginning of the New England fall and winter campaign on October 26. Thirty meetings will be held in Boston through the end of the month under Brigadier and Mrs. Brewer, with New England staff and field officers uniting. Afternoon and evening gatherings fill the last three days at the People’s Temple, featuring the Jubilee Band and the New England double quartet.
Beckie Larenthal, 21, died at Massachusetts General Hospital at 1 15 yesterday after suffering severe burns from her dress catching fire while curling hair over a kerosene stove on Havre Street East Boston. Her clothes were burned off.
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