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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1895
Page
4
The Boston Post edition dated Wednesday morning October 2, 1898 presents a Democratic party aligned summary of city state and national news. It reports political developments, editorials and notices typical of a metropolitan paper of that era.
The piece argues McKinley tariff failed to foster tin plate in the U S while the Democratic tariff spurred growth. It cites Treasury agent data for year ending June 30 189% showing over one third rise in tin and terne plate production to 198 801 073 pounds. It notes most plates now come from American mills and domestic output surpasses imports, reversing prior policy.
A Holyoke discussion on state police power notes how a Republican policy lets street railway firms arm police hired by the company. Governor Greenhalge signed a bill in April allowing mayors or selectmen to appoint policemen for railways, paid by the company, with power to arrest on car operation interference. Republicans support the bill, enabling corporate policing while Democratic cities see reduced citizen control.
The piece urges removing Admiral Kirkland from command for neglecting duties to American citizens in the Orient. It asserts the U S Navy exists to protect citizens and honor the flag, and condemns his dismissal of missionaries while ignoring American rights and protection.
The collapse of prize fighting in the United States, marked by the Corbett Fitzsimmons failure, opens a path to legitimate, regulated boxing and stricter athletic laws. The author argues for broad statutes governing all sports to eliminate brutality and restore public trust, citing animal cruelty laws as a model.
The United States declares Hands Off as Britain contemplates blocking Venezuelan ports over alleged damages from British police arrests at Uruba. It argues Venezuela rightfully resists coercion, asserting Britain’s actions threaten Monroe Doctrine principles and urge a firm warning without war.
Governor Ames speaks on the Ames family's two generations shaping Massachusetts in growth and respect. The remarks frame a legacy of public service and regional pride in a historical context.
The community mourns Oliver Ames, son of Oakes Ames, praising his industrious leadership and public service. He blended practical business skill with New England common sense, spoke boldly against McKinleyism, accepted party punishment without complaint, and left a legacy of integrity in commerce and politics.
The Post corrects a reporter’s inadvertence linking Mr Curtis Guild Jr to a change of front between his Republican convention speech and a Mooie Hall rally. It notes Guild argued no form of religion should be prescribed for citizens and asserts his Music Hall remarks show no intent to rival Morse for A P A votes.
The observer spots Patsey Donovan from Lawrence in Quincy House and discusses his Pittsburg reserve status and potential captaincy. Amesbury manager Thomas F Hayden to wed Lizzie Fitzgerald. Charles Engstrom backs democracy. Graceful public figures like Major Grady and Henry V Cunningham receive praise. Local officials Wells and Neal are praised for courtesy. Neal reportedly donated much salary to aid victims, a fact he keeps private.
In Robigny Durrieux confronts Sevignard and accuses him of causing delays that cost him the last train. Mme Durrieux suspects a past betrayal over a missing two hundred francs. Sevignard arrives in town as a notary candidate, prompting uneasy tension as Mme Durrieux vows to secure her niece’s hand in marriage.
A French tale translated from Jen Destrem unfolds as a husband Durrieux learns of his wife and niece's scandal. The aunt proposes exile or marriage to salvage reputation while Sevigaard faces a deuced reputation. Notary and lover complicate a small community’s disgrace as plans crash and laughter breaks through tension.
A green velvet gown with pale green chiffon yoke and sleeves was worn by a debutante at an afternoon tea. The princesse shape concealed by a broad satin belt ribbon hung in back. The outfit featured shirted yoke sleeves and an accordion-pleated detail as the standout element.
The text describes a costume with chiffon forming a triple petaled flower over the upper sleeve, pleatings meeting at a large green satin bow, a green velvet stock collar with chiffon fans, and a hat with light green felt brim, mirror velvet crown, a dark green ostrich plume, and a velvet fan to hold it upright. The passage ends with a brief fashion note.
Congressman Morse will address the Parliament of Man at Park Street Church Wednesday at noon. His topic is Good Citizenship and How to Promote It. He will share further remarks and the public is invited.
The proposed conditions for next summer's international race between the yacht Distant Shore and the American challenger for the America's Cup were mailed to Percy Thellusson. The only notable change is the time limit, reduced from six to five and a half hours due to faster modern yachts. The plan keeps a windward leeward first race, a triangular second race, and thirty nautical mile courses at Sandy Hook, with space around the starting line possibly postponed and a provision for repairs if a serious accident occurs before a race.
London October 22 A Royal Victoria Yacht Club secretary said the club’s committee will meet Saturday to decide if Charles D. Rose should be considered as English as any other America's Cup challenger.
Marlborough's Presents New York October 22 The Duke of Marlborough contests customs duties on his wedding gifts none admitted free of charge. A diamond brooch with duty listed as 00 was sent back to England along with a camel's hair shawl from Queen Victoria. The duke refuses to pay the duty on remaining presents.
Captain P F Robinson, an ex Fenian, organizes an Irish American company to help Cuban patriots. Meetings were held, funds are subscribed, and twenty seven men have pledged to go. Reports say volunteers have undergone military drill and training. The effort reflects cross Atlantic support for Cuba's liberty struggle.
In Paris the funeral of John W. MacKay Jr. drew crowds and emblems of mourning. The Mackay home wore drapery, lamps craped, and Arc de Triomphe traffic was halted as a hearse led floral cars and mourning carriages in a ceremony likened to that for a prominent figure.
A. P. A. candidate J. F. Danskin of Cambridgeport clarifies in a letter to the editor that he is not a member of any secret organization and is not a candidate for city office. He signs the note from Cambridgeport dated October 22.
At Haverhill City Hall a grand temperance rally under Father Mathew T.A. 8 drew about 1500 people. Rev. Father P. A. McKenna of Marlboro delivered the main address, as the event sponsored by Father Mathew society concluded.
Secretary Olney uses all government agencies to save Alaska fur seals. Treasury experts report rapid decline and danger of extinction due to pelagic sealing, prompting urgent conservation action.
The Crystal Maze management invites Sir Henry Irving Miss Eben Terry and the Lyceum Theatre company to attend the Maze Thursday afternoon between 8 and 11 pm. Sir Henry has signified his intention to be present.
Mayor Curtis inspected the sanitary division yard yesterday afternoon and said he was well pleased with the inspection tour.
Washington reports an excursion of 2 percent from Maine to Atlanta tonight for a cotton goods event.
Henry Irving starred as Benedick opposite Bhillen Terry as Beatrice in Much Ado About Nothing at the Tremont Theatre. Julia Arthur impressed as Hero. Irving opens Macbeth in New York next week. Boston theatre chatter covers other stars, benefits, and upcoming engagements across venues including the Hollis, Palace, and Museum.
Meredith Stanley of Cincinnati plans a repeat plunge over Niagara Falls in an ordinary wine cask this week. He will depart for Buffalo tonight with his manager Fred Briede and secure the necessary brain before the stunt is carried out.
Myron Addison Nichols aged 16 from Needham Massachusetts was committed to Gerry Society custody by the Court of Special Sessions for theft of small jewelry items. He is the son of affluent leather manufacturer Addison Nichols of Boston whose Pur chase street business is noted. He ran away due to a quarrel with his school teacher.
The Boston city government conducted its annual inspection of harbor institutions aboard the J Putnam Bradley. Dr Alfred B Heath, commissioner of public institutions, and Dr Dwight led the party to Deer Island then Long Island for a lunch and tours, noting orderly discipline. The final stop was Rainsford Island where about seventy five youths aged 15 to 20 are detained for crime, under disciplined supervision.
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