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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1896
Page
4
Boston Post subscription notice outlines rates for daily and Sunday papers, instructions for address changes, and payment terms. It notes Boston office details, contact via telephone, and that subscriptions must be prepaid and will terminate at expiration. Editor and Publisher credited as E. A. Grozier.
A Virginia convention speech in 1788 echoes that confidence matters more than money, arguing that trusted government decisions and belief in the country lift trade and industry. The piece links that historical confidence to the current campaign, asserting the public will and institutions deserve faith and will justify it after the polls.
A column argues against biennial constitutional amendments that merge State elections with national ones. It warns voters this binds the State long term and hinders future restoration of state powers, urging a clear NO vote.
The nationwide campaign ends on a high note with no personal attacks. Voters faced a clear issue and education was central. Candidates avoided personality clashes, showing courtesy, including Mr. Bryan, and leaving no lingering hurt or disrespect.
The football season features many smaller colleges entering intercollegiate competition. Football’s cost and strategic depth attract players, with Carlisle Indian School noted as a notable entrant. The article sees this as a sign of civilization and growing popularity, though a complete intercollegiate series awaits Harvard and Yale’s renewed clash.
The piece urges a strong public backing for John H. Sullivan on re election to the Governors Council. It lauds his council record and Democratic leadership, arguing his integrity and decency justify a clear and emphatic vote.
A political plea urged voters to give a strong mandate to keep a key figure in power. Supporters called for a decisive victory to ensure steadiness and ongoing leadership.
The two party candidates, Bryan and McKinley, lead in speeches with Bryan touring the country while McKinley speaks from Canton aiming to meet voters. The approach contrasts with standard campaigns and is praised as a healthy change that brings the candidate closer to the people.
The scurrilous circular attacking Hon. Bordman Hall on religious grounds has circulated in the tenth district and should be rejected at the polls. The Post finds Hall's record liberal and broad minded, and linking him to A P A ism would likely backfire.
The piece argues Massachusetts politics are disordered by the free silver issue and George Fred Williams. It claims these factors wrecked the Democratic party, depriving elections of interest and likely boosting the Republican plurality beyond prior records.
The Post urges voters to reject both proposed amendments to Massachusetts state constitution limiting terms to two years for governor and legislators. It argues the shift weakens direct public control, increasing distance between officials and the people, and that annual accountability should be upheld by all true Democrats and Republicans.
The piece argues that inflation and currency depreciation would destroy value, not prosper. Debtors like employers insurers and banks would benefit while tens of millions of workers and savers lose. It questions the honesty and national honor of reducing debts by devaluing securities and asks if the republic can afford such a move.
Observant Citizen notes risky wedding customs and a rise in counterfeit money in Haverhill. Reports Boston artist John J Enneking returning from New Hampshire with Granite State studies. Miss Sara Newcomb works on a bust of Dr L B Fenderson after acclaim for Captain Nathan Appleton. Golf opens Franklin Park nine hole course amid Myopia Club coat color shift. Gray November brings riding and cycling joy. Tremont Temple extends university extension for youth with new guild halls and rest cafe. A stylish young woman markets papers on Washington Street for a $12 bet by Tech School students. A Jerusalem pressed flower album from Alfred Marcus honors Kate Marcus. Rumor of a 1,000,000 election day print sparks skeptic talk on genuine circulation.
The Post weighs the likely effects of free silver on workers and savers, arguing price rises and reduced purchasing power, questioning wage and savings protection, and warning of a potential initial panic without a clear path to recovery. It emphasizes how the monetary shift would impact the masses and overall trade conditions.
A cold street scene centers on Willie, a 12 year old newsboy shunned and shoved by calm scouts of misery. Mickey Flynn helps, a carriage accident saves him, and Mrs Parker, a sympathetic society lady, adopts him. In hospital and in privilege, Willie recovers, proclaims Jesus’ care, and learns he is now a Vanderbilt.
A collage of humorous exchanges from various periodicals including Jages on hats and sizes, a cabby christening, misread puzzles, and quips about manners and marriage. The snippets showcase witty wordplay, mistaken impressions, and light social satire in early 20th century humor columns.
A Boston meal guide by A. B. Berry lists a full day menu with breakfast items like oatmeal banana and eggs, and a dinner pair featuring Eye Soup, Fricassee Chicken with Dumplings, vegetables and Date Pudding. Supper offers Baked Toast and Creamed Ham, ending with Prune Whip and Orange Cake.
A poem contrasts political jargon with a simple ear for sound money. The speaker dismisses complex policies such as bimetallism free coinage and monometallism, references the Wilson and McKinley bills, and expresses preference for monetary clarity, ending with a self-congratulatory line.
A reader asks if voting the full ticket except President and Vice President will count. The editor replies that if you omit crosses for President and Vice President, your ballot will be counted for the candidates you marked and only for those.
Letter to the editor argues whether the capital Washington is a city. It notes Washington is a city in one sense but lacks city officials. Commissioners appointed by the President charge and conduct all business.
A reader asks which statement is correct about presidential votes in Washington. The column notes that no votes are cast in the District of Columbia because it is treated as a territory, similar to New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Arizona.
James Campbell asks the newspaper to publish the number of electoral votes in the United States. He requests timely confirmation for a loyal reader.
A reader asks if they must pay for a magazine after the second year when they did not renew. The reply explains that if the publication is sent and accepted, the publishers may collect, and refusal to take it from the mail stops liability.
In the Post Almanac brief points on criminal law the readers learn that Michigan Wisconsin and Rhode Island ban capital punishment. The entry asserts Maine has no capital punishment and that the law was repealed several years ago.
A Boston daily newspaper receives inquiries from constant readers asking for the meaning of Mizpah. The letter describes the appeal of the paper to its audience and seeks a clear explanation of the term.
A note explains Mizpah as a biblical term meaning companionship in distance, and mentions a watch tower and several Palestine place names linked to the term. The text reflects historical or religious references to Mizpah in scriptural and geographic contexts.
In New York, the swagger girl lifts her gown to display the lining as Colonel Waring urged. The piece argues for visible gown lining, highlights the season’s picturesque gowning, and advises choosing a picturelike design echoing Marie Antoinette era or Continental style with heavy snuff brown cloth and plain skirts.
A fashion feature describes garments with cloth bottom and white satin underlay, an Eton jacket with strap trim, a Continental opening over lettuce green satin bodice, and a snuff colored velvet hat. Other gowns imitate French king fashion with velvet jackets encrusted with stones, opening over mousseline fronts. Skirts in moire poplin velvet or brocade. Black is the correct color.
A civic appeal questions biennial terms urging unity against perceived corruption. Edward O'Donnell signs from Boston Massachusetts, warning of future distress and urging voters to oppose extended terms to protect hearth and homeland.
St Josephs Church Roxbury marked its fiftieth anniversary with a pontifical mass by Bishop Hennessey of Wichita and an anniversary sermon by Rev. Arthur T. Connelly. The day featured a large choral program with Miss Sarah Carney directing and participation from St Johns St Hughs Blessed Sacrament and All Saints. Archbishop Williams attended the service.
The Rev Isaac J Lansing spoke on The National Crisis last night praising moral questions in politics. He warned both parties chase saloon votes and urged voters to heed the golden rule when choosing leaders amid warnings of class conflict and political corruption.
Rev Dr Perin at Every Day Church on Shawmut avenue urges that people are real rulers in a republic and officials are their servants. He calls for voter education and integrity in leadership, noting election day and the need for honesty purity vigilance and intelligence. The service included anthems by the choir and quartet.
The first November Sunday vesper at the Young Men's Christian Union featured Rev. James De Normandie of Roxbury Unitarian Church presenting on Religion for Men. A refined musical program by the Mackay trio with Mrs Mae D Mackay piano Frank A Kennedy violin and Charles H Mackay cornet accompanied the evening.
In London the week opened with a 4 percent rate for three months bills and 31-2 percent for thirty day bills. Gold outflow was slight while silver firmed. The stock market stayed unsettled amid weak mining securities and US presidential election doubts. Consols rose 1-4 and American rail securities gained on New York option orders.
Fisk University Jubilee Singers of Nashville will sing at the Evangelistic Association of New England noon meeting in Bromfield Street Church today and tomorrow. Rev. Thomas Clayton, in his third week, will address businessmen each day on topics for their trade. He will give a patriotic talk Tuesday as singing suits the occasion.
A vintage ad lineage highlights Castoria as a trusted remedy from infancy to motherhood. The jingle traces a family’s reliance on Castoria as a soothing cradle to child and beyond, reflecting classic marketing tone and era.
John F. O'Sullivan, president of the State AFL, appeals to union members to oppose the proposed biennial changes. He argues the current system yields more honest, humane legislation, with Massachusetts leading in humane statutes and annual elections producing better public discussion, while critiquing those who favor the change as busy accumulating property and opposed to labor unions.
District Assembly 80 of the Knights of Labor surrendered its Tre mont street headquarters and from November 1 secretary treasurer John DeLacy will earn 100 dollars a year instead of 936. He criticized union leaders for meddling in politics and blamed politics for the assembly’s condition.
Chicago outline of the election issues lists seven presidential tickets still active. McKinley Hobart and Bryan Sewall lead in most states for electors, with Palmer Buckner, Bryan Watson, Levering Johnson, Bentley Southgate, and Matchett Maguire also fielding tickets. Populists often fuse with Democrats to back Bryan Sewall where possible.
The Bostonian Cycle Club chose flag day for its inaugural banquet at Castle Square Hotel Saturday evening. Mary Sargent Hopkins and Marion Howard Brazier led guests of honor as fourteen covers were laid, with red white and blue accents and a new club surgeon office announced.
Benjamin Leash, yardmaster at the New York & New England freight yard for three years, was honored by yard employees with a gathering at Hotel Rossmore. Captain W E Pearson delivered a complimentary address and the group presented a gold watch and chain with a Fisk's charm. Leash thanked the men and the party continued with dinner and merriment.
The Gaelic language study school at 18 Essex Street drew strong attendance yesterday afternoon under the supervision of John M. Doran and Patrick Kelly. Learners showed keen interest in the Gaelic League's forthcoming grammar work as sample pages from the printer were shared with pupils.
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