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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1896
Page
6
In Centralia Illinois the presidential candidate greeted supporters with broad handshakes and friendly salutes, drawing large friendly crowds. The tour covered multiple stops with steady turnout and positive public interest.
Mr. Bryan arrived at 6:10 PM in a private carriage of Captain Dwight and was hosted by Mrs. Dwight and Mrs. Hausler. The reception at Dwight's residence featured town ladies, followed by a City Park gathering with a band. A special train carried Nashville Bryan Club excursionists and bands from Ashley and Litchfield, along with a Silver Club delegation from Ashley.
Bryan arrives in Salem to a state of excitement with a train salute and illuminated streets. Mayor Lakin and a reception committee greet him with Mrs. Bryan in an open flowered carriage. A Salem Brass Band leads a procession to his sister’s home where he thanks the crowd and praises Sewall.
The Herald prints Republican committee replies on a possible third ticket by gold standard Democrats. Views vary by state but many respondents believe McKinley would gain from a split. Utah believes Bryan and Sewall win regardless. Texas says a third ticket could ruin McKinley’s chances. Vermont and New York see minor effects.
A fragment notes John H. Woodbury of 11 Winter Street Boston claims to make red nosed men resemble prohibitionists. The passage conveys a satirical jab without full context or clear event details.
A novelty offer advertises samples of two kinds of Corn Plasters and two kinds of elegant Courta Plasters, described as the best known to science for man, all arranged in a neat postage stamp holder and priced at 25 cents.
In the state, factions of Democrats oppose the Chicago convention nominees and McKinley, favoring a potential third ticket aligned with the gold standard, signaling intra party tension and possible ballot pressure.
The Hon. Charles S. Hamlin Assistant Secretary of the Treasury declares there is no political issue in the upcoming election. He warns that the perpetuity of Republican institutions is at stake and urges loyal citizens to unite against what he calls the forces of lawlessness linked to the Chicago convention. He argues to stamp out this dangerous element at the polls before resuming discussion of political questions.
A hazy Journal straw poll in New York on July 14 reports 10,102 Democrats favoring Bryan and 5,665 Republicans backing McKinley, with 5,133 Republicans for Bryan and 3,509 Democrats for Bryan. The results show mixed support across parties.
Benjamin H. Corliss tendered his resignation from Gloucester’s Board of Registrars upon learning of William J. Bryan’s nomination. Mayor Robinson declined the resignation and urged Corliss to remain, citing Democratic principles and legal criteria for appointments.
The Brooklyn Democratic convention failed to elect delegates, with Alexander Del Mar declaring no delegates needed as Bryan and Sewall gain leaders' confidence. Edward M. Grout endorses Bryan despite disliking the Chicago financial plank, while James W. Ridgway also backs the ticket and pledges service for the campaign.
The Herald reports Tammany Hall will back the Chicago ticket with possible hedges on the platform. If a majority leans to a bolt, action may follow. otherwise Bryan and Sewall are favored, with Tammany ready to support them in hopes of an election win and spoils from a silver policy.
Chelsea July 14 Joseph H Gill secretary of the Democratic ward and city committee of Chelsea says he would back any third party candidate who supports honest money and good government but is unsure if he would vote for McKinley if no third party forms. He notes this stance reflects Massachusetts Democrats alignment with sound money principles.
John McGrath, organizer for the American Federation of Labor, is cited as a prominent labor figure in the state. He notes sixteen laboring men dissatisfied with both major parties will back the Democratic ticket, and predicts Bryan may win Ohio. He claims about 49,000 Populists in the state will likely vote for Bryan.
Abend Post editor Fritz Glogauer says Germans in Chicago will repudiate the convention platform arguing against debasing the currency and advocating a gold Democratic ticket to enrich the nation.
Former Congressman William D. Bynum in Indianapolis declares he cannot support the Chicago platform and ticket. He says he personally likes Bryan, but his views conflict with what he believes is in the country’s best interests.
July 14 Chicago Democratic HQ table lists states expected to carry with electoral votes totaling 228 for Bryan and 75 doubtful for Silverites. Major states Alabama 11 California 8 Georgia 13 Missouri 17 Texas 15 and others contribute to a four vote majority.
Providence July 14 Richard B Comstock chairing the delegation declares he can only answer positively for three members Van Alen Metcalf and himself He will vote for Bryan and Sewall confirming a bloc shift in Rhode Island Democratic ranks.
J P Turner secretary of the People's party national committee issues a manifesto urging Populists to ratify Bryan's nomination at the St Louis convention opening July 22. He frames the choice as whether to back Bryan or McKinley, both denounced by the party as gold standard and anti Populist positions.
Secretary Herbert, the first Cabinet member to respond, said he would not support the Chicago convention ticket. He offered no further comment beyond that. Other Cabinet members privately indicated they cannot conscientiously endorse the platform.
Lynn July 14 The Ward 3 Democratic Club voted unanimously to support the Bryan Sewall ticket this fall.
General Russell A. Alger of Michigan plans to sail for Europe tomorrow and return in August. He faults Don Dickinson and Michigan delegates at the Chicago convention, says Democrats feel the action was unwarranted and may abstain from voting. He predicts Bryan cannot win the middle western states and that silver candidates might gain votes if the election were held now.
Spokane July 14 The former Treasury secretary Charles S Fairchild explains that money functions as credits rather than metal and argues government cannot regulate all money matters. He questions free coinage boosting prosperity and discusses tariffs and party positions.
Charles H. Matchett, Socialistic Labor party nominee, told a Wilkiness Hall crowd in Paterson New Jersey that free silver benefits only silver plutocrats and mine owners who shot workers on strike. He called himself an individualist acting from selfish motives, not for the public good.
Philadelphia July 14 Samuel Dickson a leading Philadelphia lawyer and president of the Pennsylvania Bar Association withdraws as a Democratic presidential elector candidate. He cites the Chicago convention platform and argues for supporting the gold standard as the Republican party offers it, urging sound money Democrats to back a suitable nominee.
Washington July 14 It is stated that President Cleveland is writing a letter to a political friend outlining the proper course for sound money Democrats under current conditions to be made public within a few days. It is only a rumor however.
Ignatius Donnelly, in Minneapolis, argues Populists cannot back Sewall, calling him a bloated capitalist, unless electors are arranged to vote for Bryan. He says Bryan is satisfactory to Populists but they will not endorse the Democratic ticket if Sewall is supported.
Tuesday market opened weak on light demand with London apathy and gold export worries. Bears hit industrials and names like Sugar, Leather preferred, Chicago Gas and Tobacco, dragging Rock Island and Northwest with sharp declines. Rallies were feeble and close down 12 to 3 percent under yesterday. further liquidation expected. Merced ore results show declining returns guiding mill cessation and deeper development. Director action at Boston & Montana looms, while Old Dominion and Tamarack groups slide. Montana concerns may trigger more selling ahead of August dividend. Pinkham notes warn of persistent weakness across the market.
Official report of sales at the Boston Stock Exchange for the day shows the highest and lowest prices of the day, followed by closing prices, along with bid and asked figures.
In Shamokin Pennsylvania a mother killed two rattlesnakes after her son was bitten while picking huckleberries on Locust Mountain. She then sucked the venom from the boy’s hand and washed the wound. the child is critically ill, and the mother fell ill, thought to be from swallowing poison, but she is expected to recover.
The United States Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the circuit court decree in Long et al v Pope Manufacturing, dismissing the bill with costs. The suit sought an injunction against alleged infringement of a patent for a steam road vehicle and its steering head, which the complainant claimed also covered a new compound ball bearing with an upper external bearing.
Police report vandalism at Dr E G Leach home with furniture damaged ink spilled on carpets and piano, chairs, and walls damaged. Items stolen include artificial teeth dental materials a tricycle and other tools. A rowboat and agricultural implements taken. Several arrests likely soon.
Shipping news lists arrivals and clearances from Boston and nearby ports. Steamboats, schooners, and barges arrive with cargoes to Warren Co and others, while several vessels clear for Liverpool, St John New Brunswick, and Kingston.
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