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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1896
Page
4
The Boston Post notes the funeral of ex Governor Russell with deep affection, praising his public service and personal influence. It contrasts eastern views on free coinage with Western unrest, arguing for understanding, restraint, and a balanced monetary remedy without increasing the money supply.
The column argues Mexico’s silver standard keeps wages low while prices for necessities stay high. It cites wages in pesos per day for bricklayers carpenters and other trades, compares against US dollars, and questions how a fifty-eight cent per dollar value sustains families. It concludes the silver standard harms living standards for workers.
Delegates from the People's party convene in St. Louis to decide on nominating presidential and vice presidential candidates. The question is whether to endorse the Chicago ticket or run separate candidates, with West and South state implications for McKinley and Hanna.
A columnist argues that coining silver into dollars of 371.25 grains would expand money in circulation, lift prices, spur business, and revive industry. Yet money’s true use lies in serving as a measure of value to acquire needed comforts.
A quotation attributed to Socrates proclaims that all men's souls are immortal, yet the souls of the righteous are both immortal and divine, offering a concise exhortation on virtue and eternity.
Awarding social notes on the soda fountain’s growth from a simple druggist stand to a busy lab like operation with six workers. Mentions Mile. de Merode’s Paris portrait influence on fashion with hair down over ears. Also reports Captain Tom Burches’s night of arrests after a described assault and subsequent takedown of burglars by Salem’s marshal.
Six men in New York plot to kill Warren Meredith to avenge poverty and oppression. Pierre Gaville, chosen for the deed, wrestles with fear as leader Petrosky insists on duty. Pierre, a French immigrant, plans the murder during Meredith's country retreat before their New York to Europe voyage.
The West End physician Dr Cilley, a key witness to the Stetson will, is missing and unlocated. Despite subpoenas and court efforts, he cannot be found after leaving Boston for two weeks in New Hampshire. The hearing before Judge Grant is postponed awaiting his appearance. Adah Richmond's legal team, with Melhado and Judge Curtis, arrives to contest the will.
Pierre abandons the Brotherhood plan on a sunlit Deepdene slope after recognizing the noble woman from his past dream. He alters course as her fiancé and the woman escape toward New York, then Pierre, haunted by Petrosky’s pledge, shoots himself in a quiet, mournful tableau of nature.
A New York Sun account lauds the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company as they march through England, entertain British elites, and host a notable dinner featuring an ode by T. W. Ball. The piece notes wartime bravado, admiration from royalty, and playful comparisons to Boston’s militia.
Henry Irving Jr., son of the actor, married Dorothea Baird famed for Trilby at Haymarket Theatre. A large gathering of theatrical professionals attended. Du Maurier presented the bride with a massive diamond pendant.
The Blue Hill Observatory has achieved kite flights exceeding 6500 feet above the hill, 7900 feet above surrounding country. Mr. Clayton and assistants advanced the Hargraves kite with Eddy kites for high flights, using piano wire to lift the instrument. Years ago 1500 feet was remarkable. now half miles into the atmosphere are routine as Harrington and Archibald arrive to guide further trials.
City Missionary Waldron hosted the annual old folks party in Franklin Park with about 100 elderly guests from multiple homes including the Home for Aged Couples and the Home for Aged Women. Guests arrived by carriage to Abbotswood tents, a 12:30 blessing preceded a bountiful dinner, and each guest received a box of treats.
All Saints Church Roxbury hosts a July 2 picnic at Apollo Garden featuring a 135-yard handicap led by famed handicapper Mr Finn. Entries include Piper Donovan Walter Christy Stevie Farrell Brown and top professionals. Long-distance races feature Graft McClelland McCarthy among others with about 500 in prizes. A brewer versus clergy tug of war adds excitement as a large crowd is anticipated.
Five men, all Lynn wharf stevedores, overturned a boat from Lobster Rocks Buoy while fishing off Lynn Harbor. Four clung to the hull while a fifth cried for help beneath. They were pulled from the water by a Swampscott fishing schooner Jessie crew and later rescued, none seriously hurt.
Cleveland marks its centennial beginning with bells tolling and pulpit history talks. The Ohio National Guard encampment opens under Governor Bushnell, with Founders' Day on July 22 featuring a parade, a 24 float pageant, and an address by General Hawley. July 24 brings Wheelmen's Day and a world class bicycle parade. Major McKinley arrives greeted by local citizens.
The St Augustine Church announces invited officials for its annual festival games at Apollo Gardens next Thursday. Names include referee Peter Kelley starter John Bowler timers John Graham H J Brennan P J Finneran Dr Maurice D Flynn and many others from local athletic clubs and councils.
July 20 Marine and Industrial Exposition opens under Board of Trade auspices in Falmouth Cape Cod. Addresses by Pevy Charles H Washburn resident Private Secretary Thomas and Senator Roe of Worcester. Large crowd pays admission for first night. fair runs this week with excursions from various sections of the state. Tomorrow Bedford Day with Board of Trade from that city attending by special boat.
In Portsmoth Church Row the Free Baptist community in Kittery reactors to Rev. A. Tor's request to withdraw. Rev Robert L. Dustin of this city has applied for the pulpit for the past two weeks. Rev Mr Buzzell led opinion meetings in Ames Hall and an open air gathering at government Grove drew large crowds amid reports of a dispute over a pastor adopting a boy considered not well-parented by his society.
Granit State Music THD Weirn H July 20 The first rehearsal for the seventh annual meeting and festival of the New Hampshire Music Teachers Association began this evening preparing for a four day session. The lineup includes conductor G Eisdell soprano Frances Miller of Newport tenor Frederic W Bancroft Boston pianist Ada Spinwall cellist Wulf Fries of Boston and others.
A man identified as Cornelius Driscoll suffered part of his lower lip bitten off during a street fight on West First Street near D Street in South Boston yesterday. He was found nearby by a Division officer and taken to the station, then to City Hospital after treatment by Drung. No arrests have been made.
New York July 2 bulletin from the Vanderbilt house reports Mr Vanderbilt in steady improvement and now taking solid food. No further bulletins will be issued.
North Andover mills near Lawrence will be run by a new company led by Mrs Lila Sutton Young as president with William Sutton as treasurer and directors including Mrs Young, William Sutton, and William Perry of Salem. The North Andover plant, employing about 250 workers, will have William Sutton as active manager while John H Sutton remains in a subordinate role.
Christian Endeavorers of eastern Massachusetts rally at People's Temple to bid farewell to Rev. Francis E. Clark D D leader of the Christian Endeavor hosts who leaves Boston tomorrow for an extended foreign tour to advance the work. He will tour Germany France Switzerland and Scandinavia four months then attend the Belfast Irish convention in October. December sails for India and Burmah for two months then to South Africa for two months before returning to England for the Liver pool convention next June and the San Francisco gathering next year. Australia may host a visit to Endeavor societies during abroad months.
Argtig hero Walter Swain secretary to Lieutenant Peary on his Arctic expedition lies dying in West Union Ohio jail. He faces forgery charges while awaiting trial. Report says morphine for sciatic rheumatism and a fall during a suicide attempt led to his condition. his marriage and alleged desertion are noted as factors.
Obituary notices recall Albert Stanwood a longtime Boston water department official who helped build Chestnut Hill Reservoir and Sudbury River improvements. Also noted are Winthrop Newton of Roxbury and Captain George T. Newhall of Lynn, each highlighted for local service, work, and community leadership.
A commemorative note marks the centenary of Robert Burns death on July 21 1796 in Dumfries. The verse from Rob ert Burns A Centenary Ode by Hunter MacCulloch praises Burns as a master of song and calls Scots to honor his memory with a dirge and heartfelt Lay.
The plate features boiled salmon with peas and mashed potatoes accompanied by string beans white bread and radishes. Gooseberry pie watermelon and tea complete the meal in a simple home dinner setting.
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