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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1893
Page
3
A Senate debate over Senator Voorhees's closure resolution highlights obstructionist rules and traditions. The speaker condemns the cycle, urging reform by smashing Senate norms, predicting public support for those who challenge the system.
A campaign plea urging readers to register without cost to ensure their vote counts toward electing Russell and Carroll. The message emphasizes the importance of participation and the impact one ballot can have in the race.
Citizens oppose leasing labor from Charlestown State Prison to a New York shirt maker. They stress the principle that free labor should not be undercut by convict work and warn against treating the prison as a profit driven factory. The public favors protecting honest workers who struggle to find employment.
Notice urges immediate action with a sense of urgency as deadlines loom on Tuesday. Menu of options implied to join or participate and warns delay may miss opportunity. No specific names or organizations provided.
The piece argues Grover Cleveland’s presidency provides security against silver compromise. It contrasts with Benjamin Harrison and asserts the veto power guarantees repeal and avoids flawed deals. It portrays Cleveland as a tower of strength amid silver inflationist pressure and Republican risk.
Citizens urged to secure the right to vote before Tuesday night ahead of the upcoming city election. Officials emphasize early registration to ensure participation.
The piece argues corporations resist stock watering limits but public sentiment backs protective legislation. It cites Lynn & Boston street railway counsel opposing measures and praises Boston’s Associated Board of Trade, predicting public opinion will influence the coming Legislature.
Register now as lists close on Tuesday and voters are urged to ensure their ballot for Russell and Carroll is cast today.
After a brief intermission, passenger slaughter on routes to the World’s Fair restarts, following yesterday’s Bat tie Creek collision. The disaster threatens to be one of the season’s worst as rail management faces heavy criticism for continuing deadly accidents amid heavy visitor travel.
The text laments unsafe road conditions and insufficient management during the World's Fair season. It condemns railroad policies that cut wages and overburden workers, arguing that accidents like Battle Creek stem from neglect by corporations, not individuals.
Boston voters face a full election on the ballot aiming to choose Russell and Carroll for city offices. Supporters urge turnout to secure a complete ticket and decisive results.
The article argues that compromise is folly and a vote is needed to repeal the Republican silver law. It warns that delaying with pig silver purchases and cheap dollars would prolong ruinous conditions, entrench minority obstruction, end Democratic reforms, and likely lead to a Republican Congress next year. The majority should force a vote now rather than accept a damaging compromise.
A call urges every Democrat in Boston to register before Tuesday night, stressing earlier action is preferable. The message emphasizes urgency and broad participation in the registration drive.
Arthur Gilman completes a new Cambridge preparatory school for girls on Brattle Street near Fay House with an art museum and a patented hump backed chair designed to improve posture. Boston passengers sail to Europe aboard the Fuerst Bismarck include Mrs George Abbott and party.
To the Editor of the Post. I am authorized by a Boston gentleman to offer 850 for evidence leading to convicting anyone who has recently poisoned valuable dogs in Dorchester. George T. Angwell, President. Boston, Oct. 2.
A portrait of Mrs Mohammed Webb described as a slight, graceful wife devoted to her children and embodying the Mohammedan ideal, though seen as slightly intellectual. Also profiles Mrs Lucius Burt, a self taught dialect verse reciter whose natural voice and expression are highlighted as her chief charm.
A Dorchester Forest Hills reader urges stricter dog control citing neighbor trespass and property loss. He notes multiple dog poisonings and praises Mr Angell for a reward while calling on owners to restrain pets and respect others rights. The letter warns that without neighborly regard, dogs face harsher measures under the higher law of self-preservation.
The Supreme Court ended litigation over Butler's Book by ruling the Butler estate must pay C. F. Jewett Publishing Company 2500 dollars for breach of contract.
Mr Stoddards new lectures on Japan China and India attract large crowds in Chicago with seven weekly shows as crowded houses attend his talks.
Commander John McGowan defends St Marys Nautical School against claims of degenerating into a reform school. He asserts US and state laws govern nautical schools and says Commodore Soley would not abuse duties. The letter requests prominent publication of his rebuttal to the Oct 14-16 Post articles.
South Boston residents condemn police commissioners for ignoring a veteran and his daughter assault conviction after an appeal halted legal guilt. Public anger forced a temporary suspension as critics urge abolition of the Police Commission and restoration of home rule for Boston voters.
A Boston letter writer urges officials to stop the gas crisis and grant a new contract to supply lighting. He cites the $1 gas and asks Bay State or another party to provide improved illumination. Oct. 20.
Boston theatres present Camille D Arville in Venus with new costumes at Park and Hollis Stre ets. Marie Tempest ends Algerian run at Bowdoin Square today. Prince Pro Tem closes soon at Museum with MIT performers. Robson’s Comedy of Errors continues Tremont season. Gaiety Burlesque and London Belles set next week. Tocci two headed boy at Austin Stone ends today. Panjandrum fills Globe. DeWolf Hopper stars. Plymouth excursion eyed for Black Crook finale. Lyceum offers fine bill this week.
Funeral services for Mrs Lucy Stone will be held at the Church of the Disciples on West Brookline Street and Warren Avenue this afternoon at 2 o clock.
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