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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1891

Page

5

McKinleyism Debate Over Knit Goods Tariff Blunder

The Post reports on Judge Lacombe's ruling enlarging duties on knit underwear under the McKinley bill. The piece accuses Reed's Congress of reckless, rushed passage and links knit goods duty to industry protection. It argues the knit clause uplifted costs 20 to 50 percent, harming consumers and reflecting legislative capture by wool manufacturers and wool growers. The article notes missed amendments and Senate delays tied to the force bill.

House of Congress William Whitman National Association of Wool Manufacturers McKinley Major McKinley Mr. Bynum Indiana MicKinley Springer Illinois Senate Carlisle Kentucky McPherson New Jersey Ways and Means Senate Committee On Finance Post Bureau of Statistics

Wool imports rise despite higher duties in 1891 report

The article notes March 1891 wool imports at 2,894,428 dollars versus 1,066,166 dollars in March 1890, despite increased tariffs. It states overall March 1891 values rose to 6041 dollars in March 1891 and nine months ending March 31, 1891 at 422,630 dollars, with Ohio shepherds plans failing. It concludes new duties burden New England manufacturers who raise clothing prices.

Ohio Shepherds New England

Two Cunard Ships Bring 1197 and 810 Passengers to East Boston

Pavonia carried 1197 passengers with 28 cabin and 75 intermediate. Samaria 810 passengers with 26 cabin. Most steerage were Irish with a few Scandinavians and English. Some detainees faced bonds. many newcomers lacked baggage and prospects. Immigrants described as poor and largely illiterate, with some dazed by the move to New England.

Cunard Pavonia Samaria Boston St. Michaels Azores England Bond United States New England

Seamen's Friend Society 64th Anniversary Observed

The Boston Seamen's Friend Society marked its sixty fourth anniversary at Old South Church with Rev Dr Alexander McKenzie presiding and other pastors addressing sea workers. Speakers praised seamen's character their sacrifices and role in civilization urging sympathy and better facilities for sailors and recognition of their vital contributions.

Old South Church Boston Seamens’ Friend Society Boston Alexander McKenzie Alexander George A. Gordon Seamens Hanover Street McKenzie

Obituary for General James F. B. Marshall

The community mourns General James F. B. Marshall a remarkable figure of New England who combined youthful zeal with wide experience. His varied life spanned travel patriotic service and years at Hampton Institute where his devotion to education for the uneducated was evident. After the war he served eleven years as treasurer of Hampton and recalled its early challenges with warmth and humor. He later pursued education work for Native and Southern communities under the American Unitarian Association. His loyalty to Hampton and General Armstrong, his courtesy to all, and his steadfast courage amid difficulties defined his legacy.

Marshall James F. B. Marshall New England Andrew Hampton Institute Hampton General Armstrong American Unitarian Association

Fraternal Orders Vote to Leave the State in Legislature

In Massachusetts House action on fraternal beneficiary organizations ended with a 115 to 63 vote to reject creating new restrictions. Debates cited foreign versus domestic firms, and amendments sought to bar new certificates after May 1 1891. The bill passed to be engrossed.

Massachusetts House Knowlton Hamilton Lakin Westfield Quincy Massachusetts Parker Methuen Moriarty Worcester Mellen Powers Hyde Park Hutchinson Boston Yeas

Stetson Company Subscription Offers Favorable Stock Plan

The prospectus for John B. Stetson Company outlines an $800000 8 percent preferred and $800000 common stock issue to take over John B. Stetson & Co. Philadelphia. The new firm cites steady orders, strong labor relations, and a notable board including Philadelphia and New York bankers. Subscriptions open in New York and Philadelphia on the 18th and close soon after.

John B. Stetson Company Messrs John H. Davis & Co United States Transfer and Exchange Association of New York Provident Sife and Trust Company Philadelphia John B. Stetson & Co Stetson Philadelpe

Golden Medical Discovery Promises Blood Purification Cure

An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a universal blood purifier. It claims to remove scrofulous humors and cure consumption in early stages by addressing underlying causes, notes alcohol and sugar free formula, and offers money-back satisfaction if no benefit. It stresses year-round efficacy and affordability through druggists.

Dr. Pierce Golden Medical Discovery

Funeral services held for Mrs Eleanor Bennett at Billerica Centre

Mrs Eleanor Bennett widow of Joshua Bennett of Boston died last Wednesday at nearly 97. Services were held Saturday at the Bennett Homestead with a large gathering including descendants and friends. The ceremony featured quartet performances and readings, a Bible address by Rev James Reed and remarks by Rev C C Hussey. Burial was at Mount Auburn in the family tomb.

Eleanor Bennett Joshua Bennett Boston Alice Bates Rice L. F. Brine Bennett Hussey Mr. Reed Mt. Auburn

Hill Alive as Reported Death Proves False

A Sunday paper claim that Colonel Herbert E. Hill of Somerville died Saturday evening is unfounded. He remains alive, though afflicted with consumption for months and recently hospitalized for a serious hemorrhage of the lungs. He showed improvement yesterday compared with prior days.

MR. Hill Herbert E. Hill Somerville

Deaths and Obituaries Notice Fragment

In this city May 10 Rev L B Macdonald chauncey V Bulkley and Alice G Phelps. Graves Charlotte A Graves 72 funeral May 13 Newton. Gibbs George 70 Boston Highlands. Jameson Thorndike C Pembroke. Jones George J 68 Brighton. Kimball Arthur W 34 Charlestown. Laighton Georgiana W Newton formerly Portsmouth. Milton Emily A Jamaica Plain widow 70. Patten William H 59 Roxbury. Ward Maria 61 Cambridgeport. Watson Emily H Roxbury May 10 daughter of late George Watson.

Graves Newton Charlotte A Chester H. Graves Hovey Street Massachusetts Gibbs Boston Highlands George Gibbs St. John N. B Jameson Pembroke Mass Thorndike C. Jameson Providence Jones Brighton George J. Jones Kimball Monument Square Charlestown Arthur W. Kimball Laighton Georgiana W. Laighton Portsmouth Milton Jamaica Plain Emily A. Milton Thomas Milton Patten Roxbury William H. Patten Ward Cambridgeport Maria Winthrop A. Ward Watson Emily H George Watson

Proposals for 300000 Granite Paving Blocks in Boston

The Boston Street Department invites sealed proposals to furnish 300000 large granite paving blocks sourced from New Hampshire or Maine. Proposals due May 18, 1891, at noon at City Hall. Each bid must include a certified check. a performance bond is required. The superintendent reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.

Uwty Boston New Hampshire Maine City Hall Sutodo H.H. Carter

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