Riches in Klondike spark new optimism on trails
Scientist Miles Muir reports vast Yukon basins hold gold after Stewarts River finds confirm rumors. Skaguay and Dyea open trails with 50 pounds of powder and dynamite to repair dangerous segments, aiding thousands of prospectors.
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National Bank Showing Reveals Deposits Rise Across Years
The Treasury Department released a comparative statement of national banks resources and liabilities as of July 28. Deposits rose from 1.668 billion on July 14, 1896 to 1.728 billion on May 14, 1897 and 1.770 billion on July 23, 1897, with lawful money reserves around 413 million and loans and discounts increasing to 1.966 billion by July 23, 1897.
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Washington
Treasury Department
Treasury
Three Rail Wrecks Halt Pennsylvania Line
Three railroad wrecks disrupted service on the Pennsylvania railroad in Lancaster County today. At Falmouth a broken axle derailed eleven freight cars into the canal, blocking the line from 2 to 9 am. A Bird-in-Hand collision damaged two engines and twelve cars, while an eastbound freight held at Gordonville due to debris was hit by a westbound switch causing another derailment with no serious injuries.
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Davis Estate Battle Nears Final Settlement in Montana
In Butte Montana the lengthy dispute over Andrew J Davis estate nears closure. A court petition drops the contested will’s content and outlines distribution after his 1890 death. Relatives are provided for, but Diana Davis and Win Davis, siblings, are barred by statute. Erwin Davis remains a potential party in the evolving matter.
Will an Era of General Prosperity Kill the Free Silver Movement
An era of broad economic growth prompts debate over the Free Silver agenda with supporters arguing for monetary expansion and opponents cautioning against inflation and market distortion as voters weigh policy in a shifting economy.
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Free Silver Movement
the Post
Boston
Wheat Tumbled and Blockade in West Grain Trade
Boston port receipts for the week ending last Saturday show modest gains in wheat and other grains while Boston lags behind Philadelphia Baltimore and Newport News in export share. B P Cheney a Boston speculator reportedly made 120 in wheat after returning from Topeka. A fleet of forty eight ocean steamers bound for Europe carries 60 000 to 150 000 bushels each, with total grain exports from Baltimore already surpassing six million bushels for the month. In New York trading the wheat market collapsed over eight cents a bushel amid near record selling. Quebec government worries over Northwest grain shipped to Europe from the region.
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Newport News
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France
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Trade shift seeks to divert Atlantic freight to Canada
President Vafi Horne of the Canadian Pacific railway argues the New York and Boston route holds ocean-rate advantages due to very large vessels built to carry freight cheaply, a capability not available in Canada. Up Goes Bread. In New Bedford on Aug 24 bakers demand a two cent bread price rise, saying current flour costs would cause losses without the increase.
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New Bedford
European Famine Worsens as Europe Faces Major Shortfalls
An inquiry by the Orange Judd syndicate indicates grave European crop conditions with wheat needs estimated 300 to 400 million bushels higher than normal. Rye and potato prospects are dire, with rye crop unlikely to exceed 87 million bushels and potatoes around 1.85 billion, yielding a total shortage near 1.625 billion bushels.
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Orange Judd Syndicate of Agricultural Papers
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Kelly Named Chief Clerk for Board of Assessors
WH C Kelly is slated for chief clerk in the Board of Assessors to replace the late D H Morrissy. He has served in the office and passed civil service exams. The position carries a salary of 2500 dollars.
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Board of Assessors
D. H. Morrissy
Mr. Kelly
Kill the Free Silver Movement Opinion Letter Sparks Debate
The writer urges ending the Free Silver push in a concise Boston Post discussion, arguing against bimetallic policy and its potential to destabilize currency. They contend silver advocates overstate benefits, warn of inflation and financial risk, and call for responsible monetary reform grounded in economic stability.
Post Doctors Aid Dozens of Tenement Babies
The Post's Sick Baby Fund doctors visit tenements daily to aid infants and children. Since July 19 this third season has seen nearly 350 calls per day and over 800 patients listed. Dr C D Ball leads a team of five physicians and four nurses. rain limited visits yet many children were assisted in Cambridge Charlestown East Boston South End and South Boston.
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Contributors' Letters on Behalf of Sick Babies
Boston, August 34, 1897. To the Editor of the Post. Sir Please omit the enclosed amount from Joseph S Beal as a small token of sympathy for the sick babies.
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Beal
Lord Beresford Arrives Aboard Susquehanna at Rowe's Wharf
Lord Beresford of Ireland, guest of Joseph Stickney and his wife, arrived from Portland aboard the Susquehanna. The cruise, begun August 3, toured Long Island Sound and Bar Harbor, with a brief stop in New York before returning to the home port. The party plans a short stay and may visit intermediate points along the coast.
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