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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1896
Page
6
In a letter from Woburn Massachusetts, Citizen critiques Paine on wage of labor versus capital, arguing permanent wage influence is labor to capital ratio and not production volume. He rebuts claims on coinage, noting 1873 silver dollars issuance rose from 8 million to 500 million and warns free coinage would depress bullion value.
A reader from Calcutta thanks the Post for clearly presenting yearly gold and silver money amounts in the United States since 1878 and critiques silver advocates for misstatements rooted in 19th century demonetization debates. The letter defends the Post’s factual displays and condemns silver mine lawyers’ rhetoric.
John F. Dowd of Hyde Park argues that silver measured by labor commodities remains stable while gold rises. He asserts a defective half bushel explains why more labor goods are needed to fill it, calling for repair to benefit labor without mentioning the dollar.
A Skowhegan reader urges restoring silver and potatoes to former values through free coinage, argues gold demonetization would lower metal prices, and contends silver coinage is needed to shore up the monetary system with government credit.
A reader rebuts D S Foster’s assertion on coinage cost, arguing the government charges for minting differ by metal and that under free coinage the minting costs could be waived. The letter contends his claim would distort bullion value and misstate legal tender rules.
A letter from Daniel F. Murphy in East Boston argues that currency fluctuations did not prevent prosperity when stamps and business scrip circulated. He questions that hard money fixes bring good times, asserting sound labor and employment drive growth while currency adjusts itself.
A Post letter argues for a third party headed by Hon. Thomas B Reed with Watterson of Kentucky as vice president. It asserts current nominees are mortgaged to special interests and calls for a gold standard and tariff reform to restore confidence for business. It targets Republicans and Democrats alike, urging cross party support to defeat vested interests.
A 19th century critique argues that tariffs fail to protect American labor. It claims tariffs raise prices, invite cheap foreign labor, and ultimately depress wages when manufacturers hire abroad. The piece blames conflicting aims of workers and manufacturers and warns of recurring wage decline until foreign competition is excluded.
The 1869 discussion centered on repudiation with the Democratic party advocating for popular cause. They rode a tidal wave of support before the effort failed, illustrating the era's political tensions and shifts.
A readers’ letter critiques Democratic repudiation claims and the coin vs. debt issue from 1873 to 1893. It condemns shifting money standards, recalls Wall Street influence, and mocks sanctimony over national honor as debtors face larger dollars. South Carver signs off.
A correspondent argues against the claim that the constitution names gold and silver as the U S money metals. The writer cites Article I and the First Coinage Act of 1792, noting Section 9 limits states not Congress, and disputes Webster's 1836 quotation as inference rather than constitutional text.
J B argues that twenty years of peace do not prevent distress and that rising money power harms society. He claims lenders hoard gold, warns gold standard costs the public hundreds of millions, and says both parties favor bi metals, questioning if parity can be kept without gold nations. You pays your money, you takes your choice.
New York July 31 The Brotherhood of Tailors and Contractors Association conflict deepens as contractors plan Sunday shop openings and may hire non union workers if needed Leader Schoenfeld says non union hands are scarce as most city tailors belong to United Garment Workers affiliated with the Brotherhood Over sixty independent contractors have signed the agreement with the Brotherhood to date
Thomas Murray, a Lynn to Nahant driver, said a highwayman held him up near Little Nahant but took nothing. A Nahant special officer stopped him for speeding and warned him.
July 31 reports contractor Eve line has formally abandoned the sewer system contract. The town will settle for work completed and pay the Italian laborers in full.
Mrs Kate Hopkins 35 of West street Fe'verett was killed yesterday morning at the Ruggles street crossing of the New York New Haven Hartford line. A gate tender warned her not to cross but she moved away and a train struck her.
Caroline Schultz a 17 year old Cromwell resident joined the Crescent Club excursion to New York yesterday and did not return. Foul play is feared as she was last seen wearing a blue shirt waist, black skirt and black sailor hat. She is of slight build.
Bradstreet's notes political unease and drought impact on trade. Mercantile credits tighten, fall orders canceled in Louisiana and Arkansas, iron and steel demand falters, pig iron production curtailed, and prices expected to fall. Exports and bank clearings vary, with gains in Omaha and Galveston while many regions see reduced activity and higher business failures in Canada.
Dun and Co notes a clearer improvement in business conditions amid a torpid season. Foreign exchange pact may reduce needs for money. some stocks gain. Cotton goods demand slack. prints selling freely, wool and linen prices down, steel and iron affected. Rail and pig iron markets weak, few large orders. overall trade remains subdued with notable declines in domestic exchanges and rail tonnage.
London on July 31 hears persistent rumor that Queen Victoria may abdicate due to aging and fatigue. Reported plans include residence at Balmoral or Osborne with Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle to be handed to the Prince and Princess of Wales.
The blaze destroyed the stable of origin leaving a charred shell with two horses inside. The rear of Mrs Haversons frame house and a three story tenement owned by James Doherty suffered fire and smoke damage as occupants escaped. Tenants Timothy Luddy John Lorrissey and Patrick McBarn faced losses from fire and water. Curry loses 1000 with 80 insurance and 1000 more to cover remaining. The hayloft and rear of J Murphy s Gold Street stable incur up to 150 in damage.
William H. Chapman born August 2, 1840 in South Boston grew up there and joined the fire department around age 30. A longtime senior boseman known for being highly recommended, he left a widow and two sons aged 18 and 14, plus an aged mother dependent on him. He belonged to the Firemen’s Relief Association and no other known beneficiary organization.
Weather and tide data for Saturday August 1, with sun rise and set times, moon rise, high waters, and a list of sailing vessels including steamers Cephalonia Pierce Ethelred Israel Port Antonio Ja schooners Herbert Rice Comeau Meteshan N 8 and Robert Pettis Portland.
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