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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1896

Page

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Senate Divided Over Cuba Policy and Olney's Position

The Cuban question and Secretary Olney's statement spark a Senate debate likely to delay regular business before the holiday recess. Radical Cuban sympathizers may push discussion after the morning hour, with Cameron's report looming. Senior senators Morgan Davis Chandler Lodge Cullom Mills oppose Olney. debate could run past March.

Washington Olney Senate Cameron Congress Morgan Davis Chandler Lodge Cullom Mills Committee On Foreign Relations Cam

Olney's position reviewed in U S foreign affairs

Washington dispatch discusses Secretary Olney's claim that recognition is exclusively executive. It outlines his role in Hawaiian matters, Salisbury negotiations, and mid ocean republic policy, arguing executive prerogative, with Congress often treated as advisory in foreign affairs.

Washington Olney Lord Salisbury Cleveland Congress Commissioner Blount Honolulu Mid-Ocean Republic Department of Justice Porte Oney State Department Supreme Court

Consumers Favor Larger Size Halves and Value

The growing demand for the larger size, which holds triple the amount of the smaller option, indicates strong appreciation of its value among buyers. The statement highlights clear consumer preference and perceived worth in the market.

All Druggists Sell It for 50c Regular Size Deal

The notice advertises a drug item sold by all druggists at 50 cents. It promotes a regular size offering with triple quantity for a fixed price. No brands or specific products are named in the readable text. The compact ad emphasizes value and accessibility.

Tom Gould Paralyzed at Bridgeport Depot

Tom Gould of New York, former resort proprietor, was stricken with paralysis at Bridgeport depot on the evening train to New York. Accompanied by Frank Slavin, he collapsed while crossing the platform and was taken to a hotel where Dr. Clemens attended him. His left side remains paralyzed but recovery is believed possible.

Bridgeport Conn Tom Gould New York City Tenderloin New York Gould Frank Slavin Clemens

Dr Bertram and Wife Burned in Kerosene Lamp Blast

In Boston last night a kerosene lamp exploded injuring Dr William Bertram and his wife and leaving her on the dangerous list. A separate tragedy involved Alice Johnson, a white woman, burned severely and not expected to live, after a lamp incident in a Salem Street tenement. Johnson’s husband, William Johnson, is detained for questioning as reports conflict over the cause.

San Francisco Liliuokalani Hawaii Boston Sunset Express New Orleans Massachusetts Katulani City Hospital William Bertram Meridian Street Island Bertram Dr. Bertram Alice Johnson Goodell Salem Street William Johnson Johnson Sergeant Smith Dugan Brown

Concannon in Collapse at Spiritual Temple Seance

Pandemonium erupted as medium Concannon swooned on stage during a seance at the Spiritual Temple after a handkerchief dispute with committee member Himer Rice. Rice alleged theft, while Mrs. Ayer conducted hearings as witnesses described a chaotic scene with claims of fraud and an inquisition. Concannon recovered consciousness but remained unsettled. Rice declined initial comment then confirmed finding the handkerchief under Concannon’s collar, a point hotly contested by Mrs. Ayer. Police monitored the crowd as the audience, including a sparse ground floor and a gallery, watched the proceedings amid tension and confusion.

Concannon Ayer Himer Rice Boston Mr. Rice Mr. Concannon Rice

Efforts to Locate Detoiting Treasurer Proved Fuss

A report notes ongoing attempts to locate the detoiting treasurer, with speculation whether the escape was connived at. Montreal is mentioned as a possible destination, while Treasurer Goodspeed comments on the case and current prospects.

Exact Loss Yet Unknown in Miles Embezzlement Case

Boston bank probe stalls as Frank C. Miles remains missing. Police acknowledge no solid lead on his whereabouts and consider possible accomplices. Beacons street vigil continues with detectives from Chief Watts’s unit and others watching Miles home, while officials deny any departure by Miles’s son or a Montreal-bound escape.

Frank C. Miles Boston Safe Deposit and Trust Company Miles President Stone Stone Beacon Street Massachusetts Avenue Chief Watts Collins Harris New York Montreal Union Station Bennett Foy

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