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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1893
Page
4
A German government visitor said during inspections of U S city water that Boston water is the only water fit to drink. The remark pleased locals and may be seen as support for a Boston party's stance that residents should drink only water.
A wind blew a telegraph wire loose in Newton Thursday evening and it fell across a roadway striking and killing a man who walked into it. The article condemns overhead wires as deadly and urges burying all wires for public safety, stating it is the people's right and protection to demand it.
A critical editorial comments on a 17.00 appropriation by Congress to cover steamer passages for Chinese immigrants from San Francisco to China. It argues the funds are inadequate and should not be used further, urging that the Geary law be allowed to take its course.
The Campania trims the San dy Hook to Queenstown run by nearly two hours, shrinking transatlantic travel to about five and a half days. Nancy Hanks nearly matches her track best at Indianapolis, hinting at a sub two minute record before season’s end. America adds a fast cruiser and a rapid financial recovery to the list of notable national feats.
The report notes that the major yacht race remains on, with omens described as favorable for favorable outcomes. It highlights continued anticipation and confidence among organizers and participants about favorable weather and competitive fields.
The Sunday Post announces extraordinary demand for its inaugural issue in Boston. Preorders and shipping plans show 60 000 to 70 000 copies plus art supplements, with special trains carrying editions to New England towns despite rate discrimination. The editor invites critique against existing Boston papers to gauge if it stands as the best.
The British House of Lords yesterday voted 42 in favor to 428 against the Home Rule measure. The result underscores aristocratic opposition to the people and signals the Lords will likely not sustain the Commons' will again if the bill returns for a second trial.
Joyous industry reports optimism as currency stabilizes and collections improve. Hoarded cash flows into trade channels and consumer confidence rises. Rapid resumption of work in factories, including rubber, textile mills in Fall River, Lynn, and Waltham, predicts end of depression by month’s end and a return to full employment.
Editorial argues compromises on the silver issue are false leads. Congress is not convened for patchwork, but for unconditional repeal. Silver Senators seek to soften defeat, but the sound money majority remains firm. Delay and filibuster cannot alter the demand for swift action.
The forthcoming race off Sandy Hook marks the second in the series yet serves as the first measure of strength between Vigilant Colonia and Jubilee. Thursday’s trial suggested near parity, with lead water line measurement capable of tipping victory. General Paine will sail to test once more and move toward a solution.
The Observant Citizen notes the eerie wail of the Siren in Boston Harbor as a startling night sound, contrasted with a playful remark on a calliope like whistle. It mentions Jennie June Croly of New York visiting Boston about her magazine and reports Arlo Bates visiting Manchester-by-the-Sea, plus a brown spaniel guiding a blind pedler along Milk Street.
A quirky Pittsfield field day planned for October 4 honors city Ancients and Honorables. Meanwhile Hollis P. Macomber pitches a self lighting cigar device that ignites when the cigar is cut, promising novelty and potential fortune. Walter Allen, longtime Boston Advertiser editor now with the New York World, visited Boston after a Bar Harbor sojourn with Mr. Pulitzer.
John H. Galligan died in Taunton after weeks of paralysis two shocks leaving him helpless. He received the best care from celebrated state experts.
Mr. Galligan died after a long illness. He was educated in Taunton public schools, graduated from Georgetown College, and entered Bennett & Fuller for law training. He served as registrar of probate and insolvency, associate justice of the First Bristol District Court, and had a large law practice. He was a Clover Club Boston member, a two term legislator, and long served on the school committee. He left a sister and brother, Dr Edward F. Galligan, as survivors.
The congress of trades unionists in Belfast unanimously approved a resolution urging government to pay union wages to all men on public works. Keir Hardie proposed a plan stressed as vital to provide honorable employment, urging the parliamentary committee to push measures to reduce unemployment.
Bishop Keane of the Catholic University of Washington led today’s Catholic congress session with an acclaimed address. Afternoon papers include The Needs of Catholic Colleges by Maurice Francis Egan, The Catholic School System by Brother Azarias, Catholic High Schools by Rev John T. Murphy, Alumne Associations in Convent Schools by Elizabeth A. Cronyn, and The Catholic Educational Exhibit by Brother Ambrose.
Commissioner Steinway confirmed that a prominent Wall Street banking firm, representing several capitalists, offered to fund the entire underground railroad project without city aid. He noted this is the only offer from responsible parties that requires no municipal assistance due to constitutional limits.
A Boston Post feature on Hon. Thomas Norton Hart and a Globe sketch of Mr. Greenhalge show Republican figures receiving favorable treatment in Democratic papers. The column notes public interest in profiles and political imagery, suggesting enduring party dynamics influence editorial coverage.
Enos Pillsbury of Oakham Lower Falls writes to the Sun denying any Pillsbury candidacy for governor. He recounts past town roles, critiques Peleg Dunn, asserts Republican loyalty, and warns New Yorkers about perceived deception. He notes his family lineage and declares no Pillsbury is active in state politics.
A letter from Howardscums at the University Club in Boston questions Mr Pillsbury by various names. The writer notes Albert Enoch, later Albert Edward and Enoch Pillsbury, and argues his middle name is not a proper public matter. The letter jokes about his beard and resemblance to the Prince of Wales.
In West Millsbury on September 7, supporters praise the Hon. Independence Ball as the spontaneous Republican alternative with no machine behind him. If the party blocks the free vote for a fourth time, voters will respond. The Ball versus Pillsbury comparison ponders Shakespeare beside Arlo Bates.
A reader from Brooklyn on September 6 asserts Massachusetts Republicans will not nominate Independence Ball for governor. They never take a ball except on the sly, reflecting skepticism about cross party choices.
Holmes Drew of Hanson Mass writes that Zenas True Pillsbury embodies genuine New England character and cites his Cape Cod Canal work as evidence his qualification for governor. He contrasts Pillsbury with rivals Greenhalge and ex-Mayor Hart, praising Pillsbury's heart and record.
A letter from Independence Ball, Sept 7, from North Billerica, thanks the paper for kind words about his father and states he would assume Republican candidacy if the majority supports it. He corrects an erroneous claim, saying his father does not drink alcohol and has not since Daniel Webster's death in 1852.
Worcester dispatch notes momentum for the Republican Party of Massachusetts with handler Washburn, dated September 7, detailing a rally or campaign event in Worcester and the party's prospects. It highlights vigorous efforts to energize supporters and showcase leadership ahead of elections.
To the Editor the Sun, Westboro letter says Pills bury was a Yale classmate of Hon. David Manning Jr of Worcester, denying claims he is a Harvard man. The writer asks for correction and signs as CORRES PUBLICOR, dated Sept 4.
A careful though incomplete poll of the Republican voting list shows Pills bury one vote Greenhalge three Hart zero Wolcott nine Ball six. The note adds as goes Hull, so goes the state. Hull Sept 4.
A collection of witty exchanges and faux pas moments drawn from Vogue style whims and social banter. Characters dodge money worries, discuss faux pas, and joke about chairs, outings, and last bidders in brisk back and forth snippets.
Queenstown Sept 8 The Cunard steamship Campania reached Queenstown at 8:06 this morning after leaving Sandy Hook bar Sept 2 at 12:14 pm. The eastward voyage set a new best by 5 days 14 hours 55 minutes, surpassing prior marks. The Paris still holds the westward record of 5 days 14 hours 24 minutes. Daily runs on the Campania's last voyage averaged around 480 to 494 miles.
The Park Theatre hosts Edward E. Rice’s Venus next Monday with libretto by Byrne and Harrison and music by Kerker, staged by C. D. Marius from Palmer’s Theatre. Also at Hollis a large Fencing Master company with Mapleson, Laura Schirmer Mapleson, Lilly Post, and May Irwin in sharp repartee. A Trip to Chinatown continues at Tremont with Hoyt’s strong cast. Prince Pro Tem debuts at the Museum with a sea nymph dance. Gus Hill vaudeville heads to the Lyceum. The Black Crook dazzles at Boston Theatre. Boxing Kangaroo tops Austin & Stone’s Museum lineup.
The Bowdoin Square Theatre hosts Billy Barry in the last Boston showing of The Rising Generation with strong endorsement. Next week Atkinson stages De Mille’s The Lost Paradise with Frohman company. A Grand Museum triple bill includes The Upper Hand and a one act farce. Sacred concert opens season tonight. Michael Strogoff closes at Howard Atheneum. Florence Hamilton stars at Globe in The Senator. Razzle Dazzle at Palace. Rentz-Santley burlesque begins Monday. The Power of the Press scripted by Augustus Pitou arrives at Grand Opera House. Park Theatre presents The Golden Wedding for final two performances today and tonight.
Mrs. Rachel Foster Avery travels with seven stenographers three babies and two nurses to the world’s fair. Rookwood ware from Cincinnati and Miss Healy of Washington showcase new ceramics sparking European envy. Catholic sisters stand out among visitors near La Rabida where relics and papal loan objects are displayed.
Mary Temple Bayard recalls Kate Field’s view on women in journalism and cautions against patronizing praise. She argues women must be judged by merit, not gender, noting that praise for second rate work reinforces harm and that editors should treat women as men in assessing writing.
The cooking clubs of New Orleans grow among leading society women with sixty active members. After a summer lull, planners anticipate a strong winter season focused on cooking as a science.
The text recalls that the comet recently vanished from the northern sky was first observed by the Woman's Astronomy Club of New York. Members detected it in Lyra without any prior knowledge of its existence.
Mrs George Steeland and her daughter, aged 18, were drowned in a pond in Wyoming Delaware this morning. The daughter was despondent and threatened self harm. It is believed she attempted drowning herself and the mother died trying to save her.
The body of an unknown man was seen floating between Ram Island Light ship and Tyle's Beach Fisher's Island. It has not yet been recovered.
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