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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1894
Page
5
The article examines promises and challenges for women in the present age, asking how dress and social roles affect women’s livelihoods and influence. It contrasts beauty and family success with professional achievement, notes American and international comparisons, and highlights Lady Henry Somerset and Frances E. Willard as exemplars in Boston settings.
A female rights advocate argues for independent careers over marriage for status, endorses dress practical for occupation, and supports cycling attire for women. She predicts merging home and professional spheres as intellect elevates motherhood, contrasts American and English women's political engagement, and notes English suffrage extending to Parliament in five years.
A Port Arthur despatch dated Oct 16 reports Japanese forces abandoning Thornton Haven and fortifying Ping Yang Inlet, with major landings at Fusan Gensan and Chemulpo. The drive from Ping Yang toward Wiju expelled Chinese forces from Korea. Seoul and Ping Yang were key aims.
The report notes a battle north of the Yalu River on October 10 with no specifics. Chinese officials deny knowledge of the fight while Times dispatches in Tien-Tsin describe Japanese bluffing about moving an army corps to Hiroshima.
Norcross announces a selection of furs offered at substantial discounts with careful selection by an experienced buyer. Black Astrachan capes in 24 and 27 inch lengths priced at 8.49 and 9.98 respectively, sheared Cooney capes with diverse linings up to 24.98, all described as worth more. No. 17 Left.
The author extols the home woman and the independent working woman, praising their impact on society. She cites property rights, equal child custody, penalties for infidelity, and access to education as gains supported by remarkable women. The piece lauds cross gender dialogue and references Max O'Rell and Zenana Club motto. Lady Henry Somerset plans to sail to England in ten days and return for the winter.
Miss Willard speaks calmly on the promise of the age for women. She cites Kipling and argues for womanliness first, then personal pursuits, noting men as allies in women’s development and calling for dress to follow ethical and scientific laws. Athletic exercises for women are discussed.
City council last night considered Whelton’s draft barring city officers from soliciting or accepting gifts from city employees or officials. The ordinance would discharge violators. Separately, the council referred a $177,000 school bond bill to finance new and improved schools and land purchases. Committees were named, and an appropriation transfer approved for Field street extension.
A fund totaling 17400 dollars is moved from the fire department into the treasury as cash in the treasury. The transfer establishes a new underground wires commission funded by the same amount.
At the Algom Club dinner the Merchants' Club honored Boston Public Library trustees for the library's progress since 1888. New officers were named for 1894 95 with General Charles H. Taylor as president and George von L Meyer William E. Russell as vice presidents.
Impressive services were held for Mrs Catherine Ryder of City Point wife of Michael J Ryder a prominent South Boston businessman. High mass was celebrated at Gate of Heaven Church yesterday morning with Rev Father Johnson as celebrant Rev D J Hurlihy deacon and Rev Father Supple sub deacon.
The Water town harvest festival at Town Hall, under Church of the Good Shepherd, drew a large crowd. Tables were festively decorated under arches of autumn leaves, with Misses Clara Brown and Madeline Dyer in charge of flowers and Miss Fannie Kidder organizing lemonade. The program included piano duets by Carrie Rand and Laura Henry, readings by Thomas Vahey, violin and cello by Anna Howe, and the operetta Lightning Haskins the Showman featuring Master Charles Abbott and Miss Lovell.
The description outlines daily booklet pages for the Food Fair home department with lectures menus and recipes plus yesterday's Marlboro day menu and decorations. It notes Dorchester day today with committee members including Mrs Micah Dyer Jr and Mrs J Sewall Reed among others and mentions lectures on croquettes and bacteria.
Miss Cadie H Brown daughter of Hon S Brown and Louis A Burleigh son of ex Governor were married at the Brown home in Waterville. A brilliant reception followed with guests from the city and beyond. Miss Mary Reddington served as bridesmaid and Wirt Brown, the bride’s brother, was best man. The bride is a Waterville belle and the groom a Bowdoin graduate.
In New York on October 18 the Lexow committee opened with Chairman Lexow and Senator Bradley present. Testimony tied soda water permits to cash payments to captains and officers, and implicated lawyer John E. Brodsky in fee arrangements. Excursion boats and police conduct were questioned as witnesses described possible law violations and crooked practices within the force.
The fragment describes a baby showing loss of appetite drowsiness heavy breathing dull eyes and a general unwell state. It notes the system seeking the balm of nature as a suggested remedy while implying a natural approach to health. The text reflects a historic or apothecary tone.
LAXOL gently moves the bowels carries off waste opens pores and restores digestion. Result is refreshing sleep bright skin sparkling eyes and a cheerful disposition. All Druggists 25c.
After a ten days trip to Boston and New York the couple will return to Augusta where Mr. Burleigh has entered upon the practice of his profession.
Delegates at the state conference of women and young women’s Christian associations were hosted to a luncheon in Cambridge and toured historic sites. The closing session in Boston showcased the domestic training school and stenography programs, with dressmaking classes and a Bible school. The carved furniture from the World’s Fair, created by pupils, received honorable mention and diplomas.
In a country church during morning service the newly appointed curate startled the congregation by crying out at the end of the lesson that the head endeth the first innings. The remark links a sporting term to a religious setting, producing a humorous local anecdote echoed in Tit-Bits.
Mrs. Mary Kezlar twenty, wife of Ed Kezlar and sister-in-law of Patrolman James H. Flood, is gravely wounded by a revolver left in Flood's house near Jamaica Plain station. She says she acted to protect children, and doctors hope for her recovery as neighbors question the domestic life and possible attempted self harm.
Senator Joseph R. Hawley accepts invitation to address the fourth annual Republican Club dinner at Music Hall on Wednesday evening. Also on the program are Governor Greenhalge Lieutenant Governor Wolcott Anthony Higgins U S Senator from Delaware and Harold M Sewall of Maine former United States consul.
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