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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1895
Page
4
Entered as Second Class Matter. All money sent at the sender's risk. All checks, drafts and money orders should be made payable to the POST PUBLISHING COMPANY.
Grand Army in national encampment at Louisville Kentucky showcases unity as Northern veterans are welcomed by the South with hospitality. Veterans, thinning with age, cheer amid the city streets while the nation’s history and heroes are seen as shared by all Americans.
The piece argues that in Pennsylvania Quay has subdued conscience in politics and controls policy and nominations, while in New York Platt secures a large delegate hold to the State convention. It warns the national party will be run by its least reputable machines and bosses, not the people.
The New York Yacht Club regatta committee awarded Tuesday’s race to Defender amid stated rule adherence, penalizing Valkyrie for perceived mistrial by the skipper. The challenger deplores the outcome but would accept a rerun, noting a parallel to a decade-old dispute with Sir Richard Burton.
The speaker argues that courtesy should not decide results and notes the Defender is expected to win unless another accident disrupts today’s race. A victory for the American champion would seal the series and keep the cup on this side of the water.
The Herald denounces the Board of Commissioners of Public Institutions for alleged reckless public spending. It condemns the costly plant for only fifty boys, but supporters note land, grading, and future expansion justify the cost. The Bolles estate site near Charles River is praised as ideal and the buildings planned for efficiency and future needs.
The North Pole saga centers on Jackson’s failed base plan and three Arctic missions: Nansen drifting in the ice with five years of provisions, and Peary likely pushing toward the pole from Greenland. Peary’s report may arrive soon, if at all, with news from the pole expected within weeks.
The heat wave during the late summer months prompts a proposal to extend the school vacation into early September. The writers argue the moist oppressive days exhaust students and worsen the transition from free vacation life to classrooms, noting crowded schools and missing spaces for pupils. Extending break would allow rest and better comfort during early fall.
The Hast Boston Cadet Band performed at Austin Arm in the Boston Insane Hospital on Monday evening. Dr. Lane, in charge of the hospital, illuminated the grounds and cheered the 400 plus patients with uplifting music and evident crowd appreciation.
A Citizen column recalls a reporter's anecdote about finding a city official by busy directory trails. Edward E. Leland is portrayed as a rising financier with notable gains in Boston and Montana shares. W F Fitzgerald returns from fishing in New Hampshire with modest spoils. Harrison Hume visits from Maine, renowned for story telling. Lawyer Callender notes 13 and Friday as luck factors in his office at No 13.
The picturesque maid is seen in a mass of ornament and color as she searches cobwebbed garrets and dusty book stores for antique touches. Her gown features a full skirt, tight green and gold embroidered bodice, green velvet bows at the elbow, and a high collar with ostrich tips, amid Marie Antoinette inspirations.
In Birmingham, about 200 prominent Alabama Democrats met to advocate free and unlimited silver coinage at 16 to 1. A campaign committee was formed with two members from each congressional district and four at large. Resolutions authorized requesting a separate state convention if needed to decide the financial issue.
The late Penro O. Houghton former Cambridge mayor wills his share in Houghton Mifflin & Co to continue after his death with profits divided equally among his children. He leaves $10,000 in trust for each daughter Elizabeth H Alberta M and Justine W with earnings for the worthy poor of Cambridge. The remaining estate is divided equally among his children.
The third act of Tzigane has been rewritten at the Tremont. Last night the opera appeared in its new form with eighty lines altered for coherence and several numbers added, including a waltz duet for Miss Russell and the tenor. The enhancements are praised as improvements, and the production is noted for its sumptuous mounting and detailed elaboration.
The court found the Bryce girl's tale unreliable and concluded the assault accusation against Robert Tarr was a gross fabrication. The judge urged publication to clear Tarr's name and expose the malicious report.
Thief stole 1327 dollars and 200 in stamps from Cambridgeport postoffice, then sent money to post office inspectors after reports of a break in. Inspector Brown led efforts to recover funds. authorities doubt securing enough evidence to convict, while seeking the culprit.
Loraine Ohio reports J A Mansfield a notable entrepreneur died after a brief illness under mysterious circumstances. Born in Framingham Massachusetts he once used the name W D Mansfield and later ran the Darling Hotel in Lorain. His daughter from Boston arrived to investigate promising a sensational case with disinterment and legal action.
Three children Michael Annie and Mary Corcoran left in Cambridge streets to starve were placed in custody of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children. Authorities will search for the parents who reportedly went to Fresh Pond weeks ago.
In New York on September 11 the Belmont Morgan bond syndicate deposited $3,000,000 in gold at the sub treasury to cover the deficit in the treasury reserve.
Simple, sorrowful rites marked the funeral of William H. Ladd longtime Chauncy Hall School head. Relatives entered with clergy, organist, and a eulogy detailing Ladd’s balanced conservatism and reform zeal, praising his personal influence and lifelong educational service. Burial followed at Pine Grove Cemetery Lynn among notable educators and local figures.
The funeral for George D. Chamberlain former Board of Overseers of the Poor member ex Alderman and ex Legislator was held at his 27 River Street Cambridge residence yesterday afternoon. The service was officiated by G R sage iley Demarie Armia v Drey of Concord N H Pratt's Quartet provided music and hymns were joined in by surviving family members George B Caswell Frank Perry and James W Kendall sons in law with D S Coolidge as pallbearer. Interment followed at Cambridge Cemetery.
The Post has risen from the bottom of the list to lead in New England morning sales within four years. Its standout growth is in Boston and vicinity where local merchants rely on its ads. The proof slip in the Post’s composing room declares the paper’s value to Boston retailers.
The Post declares any advertiser may disprove its claim and will be sent a receipted bill for all advertising. It vows a $1000 forfeit to any Boston paper that questions the statement, to be settled by an impartial review of bona fide newspaper sales to dealers and newsboys, with no unsold copies counted. The Post urges restraint or public acceptance of its challenge.
Bella Rivers recalls a past love as Hugh Calverly, thought lost at sea, reappears in a forest, after Bella meets a ragged pedler who reveals Hugh. He survived a shipwreck, wandered continents seeking peace, but could not forget Bella and returns disguised. They vow happiness with Mars nearby.
A Roxbury admirer lauds the Post for rising to the top in four years, crediting a live editor with understanding readers and rejecting fake writers. The letter says the paper is read before breakfast and improves breakfast with its morning content.
From Berlin Prince Bismarck comments on the McKinley bill saying Republicans made a political mistake which cannot be repaired and that excesses will favor the Democrats. Boston dispatch dated September 1.
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