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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1894
Page
4
Colonel Henry O. Kent is named by the New Hampshire Democrats as their gubernatorial candidate. The convention endorsed the platform with a "Free coal, free iron and free sugar" pledge signaling a strong fight ahead under a staunch Democratic leader.
The article argues for a union station at Park Square to consolidate southern road termini, mirroring the northern and eastern consolidation. It emphasizes the public’s support, the advantages of centralized termini, and the need to bring southern stations together at Park Square to improve city rail access.
The piece notes a strong Republican showing in Vermont and suggests a broader pro business revival driven by a Democratic tariff. It argues this revival will continue, reducing chances of another large Republican majority, with November elections unlikely to mirror Vermont's gains.
The Post urges mill owners to break from agreements and restart factories. With print cloth prices rising and orders growing, idle spindles hurt both firms and the cities. The article argues there is no longer reason to cut wages and calls for immediate restart to sustain prosperity.
The text highlights diverse figures: a New York born woman once enslaved by David Ogsbury recalling a past, Chaubai Fardoujee Banajee, an 18 year old Bombay artist achieving a Paris Salon hang and awards from the Bombay Art Society, Ada Negri suing Italian papers for libel, Signorina Negri’s teaching link to Italy’s carnage, and Florence Nightingale at 74 in frail health living quietly in west London receiving grateful letters from Americans.
A discussion page letter set debates female bicycling modesty, praising a refined standard, opposing bloomers or knickerbockers, arguing costumes should be dresses in blue or brown, with reader comments from Roxbury Jamaica Plain and Boston. The piece mixes opinion and verse about ladies riding wheels.
A Chicago publisher announces that his edition of Ships that Pass in the Night has reached 90,000 copies. The author ized edition paying royalty is published in New York. Mr. Howells prepares First Impressions of New York after New England reminiscences. Crawford returns to Italy after urging Berdan claim. Wendell completes William Shakspere study to be issued by Scribners. Stevens Into two volumes in new binding. Kingsley and Kingsley references note by James Payn. Bok cites hard times forcing women into writing and Romance gains circulation with cheaper price.
Public criticism grows as the Subway Commission faces delays and high wages. Voters approved a rapid transit measure with little enthusiasm, and many fear continued inaction will spark abolition calls. The five commissioners are paid while awaiting concrete hiring and project moves.
The Democratic battle for Congress in Massachusetts ninth district is described as a pretty, honorably conducted race with fair play for both O’Neil and Fitzgerald. O’Neil is praised for faithful service and a strong record. Fitzgerald is lauded for his legislative achievements and commitment to representing the people against corporate encroachment.
The Post revised an initial Vermont vote view upward, placing the Republican majority near the 1888 level after fuller returns. It credits no overturn, cites a strong ticket led by two one armed nominees, farmer discontent over maple sugar bounty loss, and overall revival of party support amid a wary economy.
Mrs John W Mackay travels with her daughter the Princess Colonna to Cowes and plans Riviera visits lasting into the new season. Princess Marcellina Radzivill, dies in Warsaw, daughter of Prince Radzivill who funded Chopin’s education. she was a noted pupil. Mrs Anson Phelps Stokes has an income near half a million dollars and gives much to charity. Mrs Elizabeth Spencer, a Providence figure, is referenced in colored society notes.
The article reviews Chauncey Olcott in The Irish Artist at the Museum and previews upcoming shows at Keith's Tremont and other Boston venues. It notes strong attendance, transitions to future engagements by Tim Murphy and Lew Dockstader, and mentions vaudeville acts, electric stage devices, and a Boston Post Office Protective Association visit at The Old Homestead.
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