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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1892
Page
4
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The Boston Post centers on James Monroe highlighting his roles as envoy securing the Louisiana Purchase and as Secretary of War defending New Orleans. It notes his private funds and warns of European threats, framing Monroe as a pivotal figure in early American diplomacy and defense.
Absence of ex-President Cleveland from the Chic dedication events leaves a notable gap among dignitaries. His stated reasons reveal courtesy and consideration admired by the public, with his campaign bearing matching the expected dignity. The public will likely approve his generous and conscientious restraint.
Attorney General Pillsbury has filed against railroad companies for not selling interchangeable mileage books. The case signals a speedy trial to test the law's validity. The piece argues the law aims to lower and equalize fares, benefits many but not all, and urges swift disposition or amendment before the new Legislature.
The piece praises a brilliant House of Representatives figure, noting his superior learning and entertaining wit that transcends partisanship. It lauds his charm in lighter moments and hopes he continues to advance humanity during the forthcoming three weeks, calling the political stump debates barren by comparison.
A heated critique argues census bulletins mislead on Massachusetts wages since McKinley tariff. It cites WADLIN figures showing 1890 to 1891 earnings rose 0.91 percent, contrasting ten year gains prior to tariff. The piece calls Boston Journal to publish Massachusetts’ official post tariff records.
A circulated pamphlet titled Some Matters of Interest for the Consideration of Every American Voter insinuates Catholic Bishops oppose President Harrison and links religion to the election. Commissioner Morgan, though not author, circulates it, lending official weight from the Indian Bureau, seen as a campaign document. Burdard’s similar stance is noted for comparison.
The Hon Thomas B Reep speaks as a lyceum lecturer on ethnology during a heated political campaign. The piece contrasts his performance with a vivid metaphor of Nexo fiddling while the Republican Rome burns, portraying the ex-dictator in a critical light.
The Pittsburg Dispatch reports a donation from protected manufacturers totaling around a million dollars to the Republican national committee. The funds reportedly will be used to win New York for Harrison, with a similar sum allocated for Indiana. The piece contrasts this with the Democratic committee’s smaller resources, asserting the public favors the Democracy and that the presidency cannot be bought twice.
The Post has received hundreds of reader letters from across the city and state, full of praise and useful suggestions. It wishes to print them all but requires writers to sign with name and address. anonymous letters cannot be published.
A Somerville reader argues the Post provides all essential news in detail for one cent, noting five Posts sold in his commute versus two for other papers and defending the paper's value as a source of daily news.
In the Manchester Union an item notes Massachusetts raised the governor’s salary to 8000 dollars per year. It mentions an upcoming November 8 vote or statement directed at Governor Busse, framing the salary as easily earned.
Governor Russell will return from Chicago Tuesday. Salome Merritt MD lectures at Wesleyan Hall under the Ladies Physiological Institute. Marie Kauler to sing at Goffstown N H Columbus celebration on the 21st. Marriage of Marshall Bouve and Olive French announced for Winchester on November 1. Mary Shaw unhappy with Ye Earlie Trouble role and leaves after New York engagement. Bush School elocutionists give Whittier tribute matinee at Meionaon tomorrow. Rev Minot Savage’s growing congregation prompts new West Newton church. Majestic sailing to Liverpool with Boston passengers. Clipped column from Valazuma Voice features sheriff editorial humor and local anecdotes. Accidental death of town’s only young woman. police chief fined for dangerous weapon. Santa…
Mrs. Stone of the Durant House in Portland amasses 1 000 050 cancelled postage stamps while others tally events: Jefferson Borden Jr confined with eye trouble. Miss Malvina Sherman and Frank Delbert Carney wed in Grace Church Lawrence. Democrats sought for U S Senate votes. the Dyer library in Saco funded by Mrs John C Bradbury at 20 000 dollars, featuring 16 000 volumes and ample reading rooms.
Scranton prepares for Bishop O'Hara's golden jubilee with a note on the oldest Catholic priest in the country. London portrait painter Shannon, aged thirty, is the current fashion in high society. Armstrong & Co. offers 50 000 toward Aberdeen University extension if evening artisan science classes are created. Rose L Ouverture, 69, granddaughter of a Haitian soldier, lives in Soirac France with a government pension of 1552 francs. Manuel and Maria Columbo, Columbus descendants, are said to be in Cadiz asylum for the homeless after years begging.
In 1890 a South End dealer sold about 35 posts daily and 20 sales, while now 850 posts and 300 daily sales. Monthly circulation rose from roughly 520 in 1890 to nearly 7800 in 1892, with most papers sold by schoolattending boys. Address: F B Jacobs 965 Tremont Street.
Laura Joyce Bell and Digby Bell star in Jupiter at Boston venues with fond city ties. The article recalls her Evangeline success, favorite roles Little Buttercup and Katisha, and Boston’s warm welcome with flowers and crowds. Also noted is a Tremont Theatre Moon lecture by Garrett Serviss, Mohawk preparing for England tour, and plans for a rich theater season in Boston.
A Boston reader quips that the Post’s growing circulation proves celestial reach. He recounts dreaming he died as a good Democrat and found St. Peter at the gate, the gate opening to reveal the Post as his first heavenly contact, signed by Joseph Engel of 7 School Street.
To the Editor of the Post Sir 120 Heralds 185 Globes and 155 Posts 18 the average number of these papers sold by three boys at Roxbury crossing and Heath street each morning Nearly one hundred Posts are sold daily by one boy on one line of cars running down Tremont street with about sixty Heralds and an average of seventy Globes Two years at this route took only five Posts daily an average increase of about ninety five Posts daily F E JACOBS 965 Tremont street
Miss Isabela May Smith of 6 Leaver Place gave a juvenile birthday party yesterday afternoon for her friends to celebrate her eighth birthday. Attendants enjoyed a merry afternoon and wished the hostess many happy returns of the day.
A telegram from John J. Collins recounts the Ramsay Morris Company's booming run in Joseph, opening its season in Montreal. The Young Men's Social Club plans its first annual minstrel show on December 1 at Minot's Hall, chaired by Max Bernhardt with A Wolff Louis Papp and W Rosnosky. Miss Trixie Friganza stars as Ganymede in Jupiter at the Globe Theatre and sports a striped blazer to shield against winds while awaiting her scenes. Last evening in the rush of events, details remain forthcoming.
The Boston Symphony Orchestra opens the Cambridge series at Sanders Theatre with soloist F. Busoni performing Beethoven works including Overtures and Eroica. Sousa’s Marine Band will give two concerts at Boston Music Hall, and Adamowski Quartet concerts follow in Chickering Hall. The Fencing Master and other events are noted with dates and venues across Boston area venues. The Ladies Schubert Quartet tour and new songs from Fadette are also mentioned along with Cyril Tyler’s matinee at Hollis Street Theatre.
Georgie Hale, a 14 year old girl whose disappearance caused local talk in North Brighton, returned home at noon yesterday claiming she had been visiting a female friend. The identity of the friend is unknown. The flat vacated by Thompson, a paperhanger, is to let. Thompson has been seen in the area but denies knowledge of Georgie's whereabouts.
Waltham clashed as the Board of Aldermen and the Board of Health disputed scarlet fever measures and hospital plans. Agent E N Quinn defended his powers, noting 160 cases since January and 60 current, with two new cases today. The Health Board urged action to curb the epidemic while contending the aldermen stalled hospital funding.
A reader praises The Boston Post for large type bold headings and concise daily coverage. He notes quick access to articles and widespread popularity, citing train observations and a New Home Sewing Machine ad as context in the same notice.
Fire Commissioner John R. Murphy remained in critical condition after being thrown from his team when answering a 9 PM alarm at Box 45. He briefly revived to recognize his mother and niece, then returned to unconsciousness. Doctors reported a brain concussion and held a late night consultation to review his status as family and officials awaited further updates.
Mrs Harrison enjoyed a very comfortable day in Washington. Her condition tonight remains unchanged after this day.
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