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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1896
Page
4
The Boston Post presents itself as a regional Democratic voice for New England, highlighting party perspectives and political discourse through its editorial stance and reporting. The paper positions its coverage as representing Democratic views across the Northeast.
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The article notes broad support for sound money in major cities including Boston and New York, driven by workingmen. It contrasts 1896 with 1892, arguing that wage earners rejected free silver and backed stable currency, marking a shift in urban political sentiment.
The Havana naval court case against American prisoner competitors halts after Consul General Lee protests. The article argues Spain must try U S citizens in civil courts per treaty, condemns Weyler for restarting naval proceedings and urges timely, proper trials. Cuban prisons are no place for American citizens.
The market rose across the board amid speculative activity tied to McKinley’s election. Boston saw a sharp reversal after boisterous opening, yet overall gains hint at a healthy, possibly permanent recovery. The rest of the world followed, with European exchanges reflecting US sentiment and renewed confidence boosting industry and employment.
The Massachusetts public decisively rejects biennial amendments with a large No majority. The editorial praises the result as a clear expression of the people's will and the wise, safe course for the state's government, urging continued support for annual elections.
The article voices renewed confidence in American recovery after an election, noting lifted doubt and expected business revival. It emphasizes improving crops, strong finances, and better foreign demand as signs of national prosperity.
The passage urges moving past politics to pursue business with full confidence as the way is clear for the nation to enjoy its greatest prosperity. A booming business environment is described as imminent and beneficial.
A call for Democratic reunion and adherence to core principles to counter McKinleyism. The text urges unity on sound money currency reform revenue tariff and abolition of trusts as the path to renewed triumphs for the people.
Political passions fill downtown as brokers host visitors and celebrate returns with meals and tips. The stock market soars before a late fade, while notable deaths and cultural notes mark the day. Reverend Dr. Quint dies. R C Lehman to Harvard. Whittier bust accepted for the Public Library. theatre fashion and stage remarks surface.
From this advance sheet, a Massachusetts political editorial blames George Fred Williams of Dedham for a Democratic landslide. It accuses him of disorder, demoralization, and fanfare with freebooters, calls for his retirement, and warns that leadership is earned by deeds, not seized by force.
McPherson the deserter befriends Joey the sergeant’s daughter and her dog Shadow on Fort Warren. After stealing to freedom, he saves the dog from drowning but faces a military prison sentence. Joey’s plea and Shadow’s peril soften his fate as he vows to return.
The speaker corrects a prior statement to uphold justice and truth. He notes a striking forecast by Dr. W. H. Joveil, astrologer at Hotel Pelham, in the Sunday Post of Oct 19 and compares it with the actual results, finding many coincidences.
Clara Barton becomes first woman with an official U S government post as a patent office clerk at age 24. John FE Redmond plans a two to three week voyage to New York for a US lecturing tour. Carl Goldmark earns the Order of Leopold in Austria. Charles Frohman shuns photos. an old image resurfaces. Kansas City police receive a fragmented seven card letter trend from a woman believing she is hoodooed.
A collection of brief, humorous snippets includes a boy named John Johnson misremembered as five years old in a rector’s visit, a one eyed passport clerk, a wittily phrased description of eyes, and a joke about a rabbit seen three Christmases ago.
A stateside column notes the shift in hunting season as women imitate Diana in summer, seeking male companionship while men head to the fields. The piece hints at society’s fashion and behavior norms as autumn begins and the huntsman’s gun rings out.
Breakfast and dinner menus with cod wingers bluette and minstrel cake recipes. Includes detailed steps for cod fingers and bluette plus Minstrel cake, served from Mrs. George B. Loud of Hunt Street Weymouth Massachusetts.
A postbag tribute extols the nation’s leader praising prosperity and unity under one flag. It envisions a calm after conflict and laments censure by fate as seventy million demand justice while the people bow to a deserving victor. Jere O’Halloran signs the piece.
The Post announces weekly prizes for Original Short Stories offering 10 dollars for first, 5 for second, and 2 dollars each for four others. Winners named each Sunday. checks mailed Mondays for stories published the prior week. Only female writers get prizes.
Private Secretary Thurber said the President has begun work on his annual message and must deny himself to the public until completion. The announcement was made from Washington on November 4.
A brief line noting a habit of keeping cough syrup at home. The reference mentions a person perhaps a doctor or figure named Dulka. The readable text emphasizes household health preparedness.
The Hollis Street Theatre presents Liberty Hall with further bills tonight and through the week. Featured acts include Sardou’s Wedora with Miss Davenport, plus Chimmie Fadden at many venues. Notable performers include Olga Nethersole, Ugo Biondi, Fanny Rice, and the Paultons operetta. The rhythm covers vaudeville, burlesque, and new scenic offerings across Boston venues.
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