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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1896
Page
4
Boston Post coverage presents a Democratic-leaning view on Morro with a focus on mission statements and policy stance. The piece likely critiques or analyzes political messaging and rhetoric without explicit details.
The piece reports a McKinley influence spreading within Massachusetts Republicans, with the third district convention showing divisions and a shift from second choice to first choice preferences. It notes Boss Quay's area showing the contagion and hints Massachusetts may align with McKinley at St Louis, threatening Reed’s solid delegation.
The piece argues Republican leaders rush Southwest Territories into statehood to gain early Senate seats and silver policy leverage. It warns the new states will likely vote Democratic soon, increasing Republican accountability for free coinage support and complicating post convention political dynamics.
The piece notes a broad shift toward Democrats in recent municipal elections across Ohio New York New Jersey and Connecticut. It cites declining Republican majorities and cites causes including the Raines excise bill, suggesting a national impact and potential strength for Democrats in November.
The piece recalls Democratic silver policy in 1892, asserting the party’s fixed gold standard stance. It argues the Democrats advocate bimetallic parity only if tied to equal intrinsic value and international agreement, and condemns repudiation of their long held positions. It stresses farmers and laborers as primary beneficiaries of stable money.
Carlisle voices a critique linking labor and wage demands to monetary policy. He argues free coinage would shift purchasing power to workers, challenging the gold standard as favoring capital and depositors, while urging readers to consider the economic justice of wage adequacy and living costs.
A speaker argues that wage gains lag price increases, disadvantaging poor men. He cites Mr. Carlisle, contending workers deserve the best dollars, not the cheapest, to support their families. The remark underscores that silver basis and inflation hit laborers hardest.
The latest objection to restricting the subway lease term argues it breaches bondholders' security. Critics say limiting to ten years would devalue the fifty year bonds issued for Boston's subway, harming credit. Supporters insist the city’s credit backs all securities regardless of lease length.
A Daily Inspiration note reflects on the abundance of true sayings compared to false ones, urging attention to realities over misleading adages. The remark emphasizes valuing genuine wisdom and avoiding heedlessness toward falsities.
The Observant Citizen notes unusual threat troubles and malarial subway digging in Boston. May Merrick plans a Europe visit. Charley Hoyt ill in Chicago, John Hare to visit Boston in late May. Sarah Bernhardt buys a summer house on Belle Isle. Lexington bells mark a May wedding. May excursions planned to nearby resorts.
In August I sail on a cramped tramp steamship to seek a cure for a paralyzing nervous condition. After near death from seasickness and a cataleptic trance, I am presumed dead and buried at sea. A shark attack and suffocating fear follow before I miraculously surface, signaling a passing vessel which rescues me as my brother wakes me from sleep aboard.
Letters to the editor praise the Post for printing William Lloyd Garrison s Wilmington speech on April 12 during a Delaware campaign debate. Readers from Lowell Stoughton and Roxbury commend coverage and urge ongoing reporting of the single tax movement and Delaware campaign news.
A letter to the editor argues for a House bill to classify postal clerks with annual raises from 600 to 900 dollars. The writer says current pay and long hours harm morale and recruitment, urging public and politicians to passage by a large majority. Signed A. H. Brigham, April 15, 1896.
A brief notice from A F Hill of Milford Street dated April 14 calls officials to push the Columbus avenue extension. Men begin to consider the subject and urge that work be given to the people, warning that wisdom is better than a kick.
Broiled calve s liver and boiled beef tongue with cloves raisins carrots and onions. Mock bisque soup uses white sauce and tomatoes with a pinch of soda. Banana pudding and stewed tomatoes offer simple dishes. Accotink Virginia and Boston address lines indicate home cook guidance from Mrs Harris and Caroline A Shay.
A 1896 Boston letter praises Cuban fighters and calls for freedom from Spain. The poem urges brave selfhood, liberty, and the planting of Cuba's flag as Spain is driven from the isle. Written April 14, 1896, the piece celebrates heroic struggle and national destiny.
In Dedham Superior Court Judge Hammond presided as Charles V. Sloane of Randolph was found guilty of felonious assault on his 13-year-old daughter Lena. The verdict follows today’s session detailing the case and the alleged actions against the minor.
A historical ad offers a free 1996 New Mail one hundred dollar bicycle to the person who brings in the most cash customers by Decoration Day May 30. Open to all ages. The bike is displayed in the window and salesmen can provide details. Also promotes bicycle suits and cheap prices in Boston.
A collage of quotes from various newspapers showcases humorous exchanges and wry observations. The Detroit Tribune and Indianapolis Journal reflect on politics and society. Epigrams from Puck and Chicago Tribune amuse with wordplay and social irony.
The piece notes Easter hat styles have grown extravagant, overpowering fashion forecasts. It argues the season’s Easter hat dazzled with glitter and remained dominant as other trends settled into more reasonable modes, indicating a persistent, flamboyant headwear trend.
The article vividly describes several hats worn by young women, detailing colors and decorations. A green straw hat with pink roses, a green hat with red poppies, a hat blending candy tuft and violets, and a white rice straw hat edged with forget-me-nots plus a lace jabot are highlighted as notable ensembles.
Beaten by a slow day in the legislature the Boston session yielded little work. A new bicycle bill modeled on New York law will go to a subcommittee to draft a statewide measure allowing free bicycle carriage on trains. The Union Station project also goes to a subcommittee to draft a bill, with Wellman Darling and others appointed.
Ex consul Williams' sons arrive from Havana with a small box marked from the captain general of Cuba to Mrs Grover Cleveland care of E C Benedict. The box, three feet high and a foot square, carries a mysterious contents unknown to observers.
The finance committee invited by John B. Martin of the South Boston Citizens' Improvement Association toured Mather Primary on Broadway. They aim to secure funds for ventilation equipment and removal of outbuildings. Current vents rely on window openings and air quality is described as heavy and unhealthy.
Edmund G Thurber, recently released from Bloomingdale, wed Mrs. Fanny Clare True in Philadelphia and then honeymooned in Atlantic City. A sheriff's jury found Thurber sane. His brother William H Thurber had sought a lunacy ruling to block the marriage. Thurber owns about $5,000 and the match affects estate reversion rights for relatives.
The Seaside Club of the South End will hold a dance in McInnes's pavilion at City Point Patriots' afternoon and evening. The floor will be managed by J. Burke, J. Harrington, J. J. Fallon, T. Hill, J. P. Finneran, W. Murphy, H. Wisner, W. Cose and J. McCarthy.
We make and sell clothing of top quality with careful finish and appearance. Moderate advertising, low expenses, no salesmen. Buy from us and you take no chances. Spring Bicycling Season opens Patriots Day April 19. Ready-made Bicycle Suits in every grade. Samples and price lists of club uniforms available by mail.
Oak Hall Clothing Co at 32 to 44 North Street Boston, successors to G W Simmons & Co, announces continuation of operations under new management and address alignment with historic retailer plans.
Lynn April 15 14yearold John Smith died at Lynn Hospital from lockjaw following a dog bite six weeks earlier. He lived with his parents at 23 Alley street until Monday night and showed hydrophobia like symptoms. Despite anti toxine treatment he died peacefully this afternoon after slipping into unconsciousness.
In Watertown New York April 15 the St. Lawrence Presbytery adopted a report recommending dissolving the pastoral relations of Rev William N Cleveland Chaumont church pastor and his parish. Cleveland filed a protest claiming the move violates church will and condones offenses while placing control with an unfit faction. The presbytery recorded the protest but did not endorse Cleveland position.
The illustrated programme for the Press Club event on the 23rd features a never before published poem by John G Whit tier and prose by Henry M Stanley among other poets including Arthur Macy Russell Sullivan. Curtain rises at 1 pm with Irving and company performing A Story of Waterloo and a full slate of acts including La Tosca and The Wizard of the Nile. Box office and seat sales are at the club house 14 Bosworth street and the Boston Theatre box office will supply calls starting this morning.
Aldermen Lee Barry W F pon Bryant Mahoney and President Don with Councilmen Connorton Codman Mahoney Crocker visit City Hospital. Trustees Shuman Rauf Superintendent Rowe show facility for an appropriation to furnish surgical wards, electrical plant, nurses home, laundry building and five hydrants. Finance committee to meet to consider funding per trustees’ recommendation.
The Massachusetts Convention of Congregational Ministers appeals for funds to aid widows of clergymen. They seek about 100 dollars per widow and plan to raise the total from 23 to 3000 dollars. Contributions may be sent to Rev. Henry F. Canton, Mass., treasurer.
In Rotterdam on April 15 the owner of the British steamer Crathie, Aberdeen, was condemned to pay 227,331 dollars to North German Lloyd for the sinking of the Elbe on January 30. The disaster caused the loss of 335 lives.
At an adjourned meeting of sub committees of the Dearborn School Association last evening it was voted to hold the annual reunion in the school hall Thursday evening April 30. A party of the late master William H. Long will be presented to the school on that date.
Brooklyn New York April 15 The tor Terror was put in commission at the navy yard today commanded by J P F Harrington.
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