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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1896
Page
4
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The piece argues Lord Salisbury may allow arbitration on settled Venezu elan districts, challenging Britain's usual pattern of expansion. It links this shift to recent Transvaal events and Rhodes and Jameson, noting the withdrawal signals a change in established British policy on sovereignty and settlement backed by force.
The piece critiques Canadian boards of trade calling for rejecting American silver as unsound. It argues American silver and U S paper currency are sound, and Canadian money circulates too. It notes no need for Canadian bankers to trade in U S money, warns against 10 percent discount creating profits for visitors exchanging funds.
A historical editorial argues that modern campaigns prioritize voter education over prejudice. It contends government is a practical enterprise where sentiment should have little sway and warns against governments born from sectional animosity. The piece forecasts an intelligent November vote reflecting sober, informed judgment by the public.
The tug of war within Massachusetts Republicans shows a split over Atwood’s renomination while McKinley is urged as a presidential candidate. Supporters argue Atwood’s stance for McKinley reflects strong party loyalty despite questions about fit for Boston’s congressional seat.
The piece notes resentment toward McKinley’s nomination in St Louis and argues Congressman Atwood has harmed the party by not resigning after his witness stand display, while the fiercest anti-Atwood Republicans also opposed McKinley’s nomination. It highlights party fractures and political maneuvering within the GOP.
The piece argues that direct profit from free coinage would primarily favor silver mine owners at the expense of the public. It explains how demonetization removed a 2 percent transfer to mines, critiques restoring parity, and notes shifts in silver prices from 1873 to now. It also cites historical coinage policies and potential consumer prices for reference.
A compact quotation notes that no mortal man has perfect vision and that indecision remains the most blind thing.
The Observant Citizen laments the illness of Asa R Port er veteran Fall River steamboat train conductor for thirty four years and recalls changes in rail travel. It also discusses Griffo the boxer serving as a fireman in King's County and Magnolia residents opposing a proposed merry go round. Paris fashion notes call for a larger female waist and the piece closes with general reflections.
A collage of brief wits and social jests from various publications. Snappy exchanges cover marriage digs, curious pet names for money, and a Yale graduate teased by a broker for yelling at market moves. Saturated with playful one liners and barbed asides.
The article outlines coming fashion trends with boleros in gold braid, sleeveless bodices over chiffon, and braided designs dominating bodices. It highlights Turkish bolero popularity, embroidered skirts, and a Parisian yachting gown in creasy white cheviot with broad gold braid.
A long buried romance set in a war era. Alice Winslow loses her opal ring at a party, years pass, and Colonel Webber discovers her embrace of Dr Brady. A dying Union officer reveals the ring’s true hiding place and Alice’s sister’s wedding clarifies the truth. The tale ends with Alice’s quiet sorrow and a time stained slipper as proof of a hidden pledge.
An amalgam of theater notes from Boston, detailing songs first sung in the city, later used elsewhere, and upcoming shows at Grand Opera House Park Theatre and Boston Theatre. Mentions of new stock company acts, Alexandre Grasso style sightings, and luminary performers plus a diving exhibition at Pike’s Wharf.
James R Atwater Thomaston Mo elected mayor at 23. Count Leo Tolstoi wed Dora Westerlund in Stockholm. Emmensite inventor claims artificial diamonds from carbon solution. Waller of Madagascar plans Kansas City editorial role. Dr Donald Macleod opposes equating churchgoing with religion. Schwein furth plans move to California with angels. Chanute offers 100 prize for kite monograph. Hermitage income from 10 cent admission cited. New York dentist to embed diamond in actress and fix diamond on aspirant’s fingernail. Rev S Lee quits Freeport Baptist Church for odd reason.
A Boston letter writer denounces coed bathing at Crescent and Nantasket beaches as immoral in a plea to church leaders. He urges pulpits to mobilize against promiscuous swimming, arguing national strength rests on public morals. The Aug. 18 editor’s note signs as A MORALIST.
To the Editor the reader asks whether a man who pays no poll tax this year or for years can vote in Massachusetts and what remedies apply. A citizen who meets local residence laws is not denied the vote for failing to pay poll tax, as the constitutional requirement was abolished years ago.
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