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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1896

Page

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Carter Fights House Tariff Bill In Senate Debate

Senator Carter of Montana denounces the House tariff bill as a Republican betrayal of tariff principles and opposed to a true party measure. He argues the bill uses ad valorem duties, expands specific yard duties, and would lock in protection for wool and manufacturers while shifting costs to producers. He notes the bill’s indefinite life if enacted and contrasts it with silver Republicans’ loyalty.

Washington Carter Rep Mont Senate Cleveland Tors House Hoar Mr. Hoar Mass Byron Coliseum Rome

Eagle Shirt Sale Slashes Prices on Madras Outing Shirts

Boston retailer announces a sensational purchase of fine outing shirts in Madras Zephyrs and Pin Silk Mixed Cheviots called the Eagle Shirt. Available in sizes 14 to 18, these shirts normally fetch up to 3.00, with a special Friday noontime price to attract shoppers.

Boston Madras

Greatest sale of outing shirts expands space and staff

In a bid to set a record sale the store doubles space and adds extra salespeople ensuring prompt attention for all customers.

See Our Washington St Window Display Best Value Price

See Our Washington St window display offering ten razor styles including Gra ham and Common Sense Too at four to five sixty dollars. All wear like folds, stamped on the sole Summer St. price tag invites inspection.

Washington St Summer St

Robbery at Frederick Meyers Jewelry Store

Two suspects entered the Frederick Meyers shop in Jamaica Plain posing as customers to repair glasses. While one distracted Annie Edgerly, the other watched outside. They left with two gold watches and a tray of rings worth $100, no clues found by late night.

Frederick Meyers Boylston Station Jamaica Plain Annie Edgerly Miss Edgerly

Scully Charges City Officials in Cambridge Over Contracts

Contractor John T. Scully accuses city departments of incompetence and waste in Cambridge amid a tense Alderman meeting. He alleges misfunded bids on pile foundations for a Charles Street schoolhouse and a Charles River wall, improper gravel purchases, and unadvertised park commission spending. He urges bids and tighter oversight, blaming the city engineer, superintendent of streets, and assessors for alleged errors and favoritism.

Park Commissioners Board of Health Scully Cambridge Fairbairn John T. Scully Brighton Charles Street Mack & Moore Charles River Commercial Avenue First Street East Cambridge

Justice quick and light for Miss Flagler in minor jail sentence

In a swift Washington court proceeding Elizabeth M. Flagler pleaded involuntary manslaughter. Judge Cox imposed a minimal penalty a $500 fine and three hours in county jail. General Flagler attended, staying with his daughter until release at noon.

Flagler United States Miss Flagler Birney Guiteau Breckinridge Judge Cox General Flagler Cox Wilson Elizabeth M. Flagler Birn

Washington socialite Elizabeth Flasler in shooting case

Washington news notes intense public interest as Elizabeth M Flasler, a society figure, faces trial for shooting and killing Ernest Green the colored boy. The Leniency shown by the court sparks debate as details of the case unfold.

Washington Capital City Elizabeth M. Flasler Ernest Green

Lawrence BOOM asks Post for standing-order changes

A letter from T. H. Kelley & Sons in North Lawrence requests adjustments to the Booming Post sales, adding and increasing weekly and daily shipments across Lawrence locations including North and South Lawrence, with totals for each add and overall send figures.

Sunday Post T. H. Kelley & Sons North Lawrence E. C. Campbell South Lawrence R. Gray W. B. McDonnell Daily Post

Homestead Fire in North Tiverton Ruins Haffey Property

The Haffey homestead on Fish Road in North Tiverton was destroyed by fire tonight. Loss estimated at $1500, with the unoccupied house insured for $1000. Authorities suspect tramp arson.

Fall River Haffey Fish Road North Tiverton

Annual Furniture Clearance Sale of 1895 Balance

The firm announces a three day clearance of unsold 1895 furniture on March 2 3 and 4 with a 48 page catalogue showing regular and markdown prices. Catalogues ready for delivery requests by mail require a stamp. Doors open Monday March 2 at 8 am. This sale is touted as the most important in sixty years.

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