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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1896
Page
4
The Boston Post card declares its Democratic stance with the motto About a mission and without a muzzle. It frames its role as a watchdog for New England politics and public affairs during this period.
The St Louis convention shifts away from McKinley. A first ballot nomination hinges on the pace of movement and revived support for the straddlebug candidate. If enthusiasm fades, Reed gains, Hanna weakens, and McKinley’s position becomes precarious. a week-long spread would leave him undisturbed in Canton.
General Nelson A Miles was selected as commander of the Medal of Honor Legion yesterday at Faneuil Hall amid applause and unanimous support. The Boston native rose from commercial life to lead the U S Army, earning merit at every step and earning esteem as a patriotic citizen soldier. The Medal of Honor Legion’s choice honors both Miles and the organization.
President Cleveland states he is a dedicated Democrat who seeks only private life within the party ranks. He is not a candidate for the nomination but would accept if a public call from the people demanded it, though no such obligation exists at present.
The piece argues McKinley telegraphed to yield on the gold standard, calling it late and questioning whether such a move harms his image. It contends he would have gained credibility by declaring for sound money earlier, instead of appearing indecisive and yield‑driven.
The speech argues Delaware ceased to be Republican once Addicks’s delegates were ousted in St Louis. It claims his spending and influence shape the state’s politics, warns his withdrawal may revert Delaware to its original political faith, and notes the three electoral votes carry little value in a close race.
The report that Puerto Principe has fallen to Cuban revolutionists marks a milestone in the insurgents ascent. Capturing a major city gives the rebels a port to receive military supplies and strengthens the morale and global perception of their cause, while expanding Spanish withdrawal from the interior.
The Hon. George Fred Williams argues in Portland that tariff and currency questions define the political moment. He warns the forthcoming Congress, not the President, will decide the fate of sound money and urges voters to back a sound money Democratic Congress to balance or block McKinleyism and Hanna’s presidency. He emphasizes individual citizen action at the local level.
A fragment notes a contest over selecting a Congress member from the local district, highlighting political maneuvering and local party influence in the nomination process.
The article notes a gold plank adopted in St Louis favoring the gold standard while not opposing future silver purchases. It argues the tariff plank adds little new and claims McKinley would remain pledged to monopolists. The remainder of the platform is described as vapor.
Grover Cleveland calls Democrats to fight for honest money and to stay strong to avert any misstep at Chicago. He frames the issue as a principled national contest that safeguards welfare and prosperity, leaving no room for weakness or inactivity.
A daily inspirational saying notes that suffering becomes beautiful when a person endures great calamities with cheerfulness, not through insensitivity, but by a greatness of mind attributed to Aristotle.
The Observant Citizen notes rapid uptake of the new electric line to Newton with fares at five cents and a short one mile stretch to Newton Centre. It praises the route, boulevard construction, and ongoing suburban improvements while predicting a future ride comfortable from Mile Ground to Brighton.
Ex-Congressman O'Neil escorted Stevenson to the city for a Saturday arrival to dedicate the John Boyle O'Reilly monument. The Vice President and wife plan a noon reception after ceremonies, highlighting long friendship with Boston's treasurer and postponement of other engagements.
Miriam Le Vin a celebrated stage star contemplates suicide after heartbreak and social scorn. She recalls a past life as Miriam Allen and gazes at the Charles River sunset before a vial shatters, ending one life and beginning another.
A new Bunker Hill Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution was organized in Charles town with Miss Marion Howard Brazier as Regent and a slate of officers. Speakers included Miss Elizabeth Turner and Dr. Francis S. Brown, with Grace Le Baron Upham delivering notable sentiments about unity and patriotism. The gavel, presented to Brazier, features parts from a Revolutionary gun and the Hartford steamship hull.
The article traces clown evolution from athletic to dude to woman clown, noting the shift from old time rings to modern big tops. It describes each type, from athletic clowns performing as athletes, to the flashy dude in an oversized frock coat, to the contemporary woman clown in bold bloomers and wig. Barnum Bailey show promises plenty of laughter this week.
The Associated California Pioneers of 1849 held their eighth annual election and banquet at the Revere House with about 100 survivors in attendance. L. S. Rand, M. M. Hunnewell, James H. Bennett and Marshall Russell chaired the nominations, which were unanimously elected. New officers include Samuel Snow as president and Albert C. Titcomb as vice president, among a roster of directors and officers from multiple New England states and beyond. An invitation to attend the flag raising in Monterey on July 7 was declined.
Exclusive Post note details the eidoloscope debut with The Yankee Cruiser at the Boston Museum next week. Descriptions cover required stage space, Mexico bullfight footage, Niagara views, and the two act Yankee Cruiser with the eidoloscope as third.
Miss Harriet Jones aged 21 died at her parents 36 Union Street Cambridge after a brief illness. She was the class poet of English High School's graduating class. plans to read her poem at the Newtowne Club reception were canceled. Funeral from her home Friday at 2 p.m.
Three Naval Academy graduates will be selected by Secretary Herbert for a course in naval architecture and steam engineering abroad to join the construction corps. Cadets Robinson and Leiper rank high in line and engineers, with a third unnamed choice soon. They will study in Greenwich and Paris, addressing officer shortages. On July 1 six cadets abroad will be commissioned constructors and return to regular duty next year.
The annual meeting in Concord elected officers for the coming year. Governor Henry O. Kent of Lancaster serves as head, with deputy-governor William L. Wiley of Boston and other officers including secretary John C. Thorne of Concord and treasurer Granville P. Conn of Concord.
The Tegimental Association of the 29th Massachusetts Volunteers met at Grand Army Hall East Boston with officers elected General Joseph Barnes president for 27th straight year H Coughton vice president S C Wright secretary Joseph O Neil treasurer George King surgeon S Hopkins Emery chaplain. Seven deaths were reported last year. About 150 members joined a 1 PM dinner led by General Burns. Comrade William H Osborne later read a history of the Merrimac and Monitor sea battle May D Wright played the piano.
The funeral of Phineas Bates former secretary of the Boston School Board was held this afternoon from the M E Church in Watertown. Boston teachers and educationalists attended along with the School Board in a body and friends from South Boston Roxbury. The Rev C A Littlefield and Rev O W Hutchinson officiated. Floral tributes hid the coffin marking his twenty five years with the board. Pallbearers were six school committee members. Interment followed at Newton cemetery.
Mrs John Ritchie Jr of 681 Warren Street Roxbury hosts a lawn party on Tuesday afternoon and evening June 23 to aid the Oman's Charity Club Hospital. The event features music refreshments a fish pan with marvellous fishes caught with a real hook and other attractions organized by the club's visiting committee, with expectations of good weather and a large crowd.
A Virginia reader, Agnes M. Harris, reports severe hand eczema corrected within minutes by Cuticura remedies after doctors failed. She praises warm baths, Curicura ointment, and Curicura Resolvent, and notes her husband traveled to obtain them. The ad extols the products and prices, urging readers to try them.
Sudbury Massachusetts dedicated a granite monument to its Revolutionary heroes. The Quincy granite shaft stands nine feet high on a seven by seven foot base with a heroic figure of a private. Inscribed memorials honor Sudbury soldiers at Lexington, Concord, Bunker Hill and other battles. Massachusetts Society Sons of the American Revolution attended.
Northfield June 17 at Universalist Church R C Ward of Harmony Lodge urged humility noting unworthy entrants may join Masonry and praising Masonry as a religious pursuit aligned with true faith. After exercises attendees adjourned to Mason Hall for a bountiful spread.
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