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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1893
Page
4
Bowdoin Paper Manufacturing Co reports to The Post Publishing Co that the white paper ordered for the Sunday Post of Sept 17 1893 and used in that issue totals over 100000 thirty two page Posts. I C Whitehouse vice president signs.
From the western part of the state comes a call for ex-Lieutenant Governor Haile to head the Republican ticket again. Support grows as Banks is nominated by Prohibitionists this year, aligning with voters who recognize Haile as the logical choice and correcting last year’s Wolcott Hamlin votes.
The fourteen Republican Senators from silver mining states represent 1,253,735 people, about half of Massachusetts. Massachusetts has two Senate votes. the fourteen silver States with fourteen Senators hold $586,967,525 in property and less than Massachusetts in taxing valuation, prompting harsh words about their power and threats to defeat the people's will.
A deputation from Philadelphia textile makers visited Washington to urge the McKinley tariff’s retention amid fears for wages. The piece recalls 1889 90 Pennsylvania iron works protests that backed tariff protection, claiming it led to wage cuts and labor unrest like Homestead, now tied to reduced employment and shorter work time in Philadelphia plants.
The speaker argues that the McKinley tariff, not fear of change, caused hardship. Workingmen have suffered most under the monopolistic tariff, and they would benefit quickly from tariff reform.
The Boston Post and Boston Times discuss sharing Sunday morning train space to Portland with equal terms. Editor E A Grozier notes the $37.50 half-expense and suggests rates could drop if more papers join. The exchange asserts fair access, cites railroad commissioners and mentions multiple lines.
The State Department asks Congress to amend the exclusion act by extending the registration deadline for Chinese nationals to six months. The plan follows Dr. Everett's approach, avoids wholesale deportation, and aims to satisfy both US policy and the Chinese government while maintaining the core objective of exclusion. The Geary law is deemed foolish, and this compromise is viewed as a prudent, humane settlement.
In a Post interview Hustler Greenhalge argues his 1890 congressional loss was unexpected, while Hustler Hart claims constituents wanted change. The paper suggests neither interpretation fully fits the era’s McKinleyism and pig silver backlash. Greenhalge’s popularity hid the surprise of defeat, and his 1890 stance mirrors today’s politics. If nominated for Governor he may again face surprise votes.
Eastern investors retreat from farm mortgage exposure as Populist and silver era influence fades. The movement is not universal yet but stretches toward halting extensions and rapid mortgage closures to avoid further losses. Kansas suffers the Populist legacy while urging farmers to seek relief through self help.
Recurring editorial plea urges voters to elect sane men to Congress and state legislatures to restore public confidence after recent losses. The piece frames choosing prudent candidates as essential to regain trust and effective governance.
The writer argues Congress should expand interstate commerce power to cover train robbery. Supporters urge federal statutes, harsh penalties, and marshals with possible troops to pursue brigands, ensuring cooperation between state and federal authorities to deter and punish rail bandits.
Washington reports that supporters of repeal accuse silver Senators of delaying a vote while claiming they seek only to talk. Despite administration figures showing 49 Senators ready to vote for repeal, vacancies keep the tally from a full majority and the public harshly views the delay as cowardice.
The Post publicly expresses gratitude to the Evening Traveller and the Evening Telegram for their courtesy in allowing the Post to use their press facilities on Saturday evening last.
Frederick P. Ingalls aged 81, longtime Boston municipal court constable, composes a commemorative address by typing it in the Transcript composing room after forty years away from printing. He began as a printer in 1827 and performs the speech as he types with no manuscript. Also noted are Mary Sargent Hopkins speaking at Park Street Charity Club, Colonel Albert Pope hosting war regiment survivors, I. D. Barton leaving for Chicago, Mrs. Blaine and daughters vacationing at Uxbridge en route to Paris, yachtmen debating Vigilant versus Paine, and George E. Hurley departing for Washington to join the Post Office.
Emil Paur, newly appointed conductor of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, is hailed as a worthy successor to past leaders Henschel, Gericke and Nikisch. He arrives in Boston before month end to begin rehearsals for the coming season, with concerts set to open October 14. Season ticket auctions for rehearsals and concerts will be at Music Hall next week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Circulars with full details are available at Music Hall.
Frank W. Cone of Boston denounces a Republican appeal for Mr. Greenhalge as an indecent scramble by a few prominent Republicans to secure their own Governor nomination. He argues such tactics will swell Democratic votes among first time electors and predicts the Democrats will win in November as party delegates convene. He marks the appeal as boomerangs that heighten Republican disarray.
A collage of humorous and salacious anecdotes about women. Fanny Davenport promotes engraved pool balls featuring stars. Emma Clayton resigns Pine Bluffs post office possibly to marry. Mrs Troubleset at the World’s Fair Arab encampment introduces new domestic dispute remedies using boots and Saharan rebukes.
Autumn fashion news highlights serpentine velvet ribbon accents called Lose Fuller rni tures used on many garments. Collarettes, three quarter circle, appear for shoulders. multiple flounce dresses surge in popularity across fabrics from linen to velvet. ribbon waistcoats join shop offerings, stitched from seven ribbons and fastened at the left.
A collection of witty quips and social banter from Vogue style humor. It juxtaposes stage and salon lines about dress, conversation, and marriage with sharp comebacks from a boxer and two caricatured couples. The tone is light and urbane.
A reader disputes claims that James F. Gleason Ward 4 has dropped as a candidate. The letter asserts Gleason will seek and receive renomination, noting strong support and high esteem across the community, citing last year's vote as proof.
Mr Richard Mansfield begins his annual engagement at the Globe Theatre presenting five plays seen before in the city. His Beaus Brummell is praised for dignity and versatility with a strong supporting cast including Miss Beatrice Cameron and Miss Adela Measor.
James O'Neill opened an annual Bowdoin Square engagement with Monte Cristo. The veteran Edmond Dantes portrayal drew a large crowd, praised for clarity and force. Supporting cast including Marie D. Shotwell as Mercedes and George A. D. Johnson as Nortier impressed. run runs this week with The Land of the Midnight Sun to follow.
The Grand Opera opened a promising week with the Irish play Mavourneen. Chauncey Olcott as Terrence Dwyer received a flattering welcome and his songs, written by W. J. Scanlan, captivated the crowd. Blanche King and Florence Robinson gave notable performances as Lady May Tyrrell and Lady Caroline Dwyer. Fred J. Butler played John Dwyer. The show continues this week with Thursday and Saturday matinees.
The Rose Hill English Folly Company began a week at the Palace Theatre with crowded houses for both performances. The burletta The Fakir's Daughter, or The World's Fair Hotel, elicited much merriment with witty dialogue and catchy music. Leading roles were filled by the Washburn sisters, Lilian and Blanche, praised for charm and talent.
A busy week at Boston theatres features Peter F. Dailey in A Country Sport at Columbia Theatre with May Irwin leading a strong supporting cast. Laura Schirmer-Mapheson debuts The Fencing Master at Hollis Street Theatre amid praise, while A Trip to Chinatown continues at Tremont. Prince Pro Tem impresses at the Museum in its second week, and other venues like the Lyceum and Howard Atheneum host vaudeville and Marked for Life with Sid France leading. The Black Crook addition Paquerette draws large crowds with a novel dance, and matinees on Wednesdays and Saturdays remain popular.
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