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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1896
Page
4
The California woman suffrage amendment was defeated by about 16 000 votes. Suffragists in both coasts express resolve and cheer in defeat, framing it as a virtual victory and drawing courage for ongoing political battles.
Mr. Hanna declares there will be no need for an extraordinary Congress session after McKinley’s inauguration. Leading Republicans urge a revenue measure and short term bonds, but critics say Congress can act now without delay and without waiting for a Republican president. The Philadelphia political quarrel centers on obstruction and self-interest.
The piece notes easy collection of nomination signatures for the official ballot and debates the value of party name recognition. It discusses the Democratic National party's apparent endorsement, doubts about Democratic Bryan and People's Party support, and Prohibition's weak position. Possible future consolidations could yield a diverse ballot design next election.
The piece argues for keeping tariffs stable and avoiding a McKinleyized reform that could unsettle business. It calls for ending currency agitation on silver and warns against a debased standard, urging a pause on reform to protect prosperity and steady trade conditions.
The Observant Citizen recalls the 24 year old Boston conflagration that devastated the business district, lengthening the memory of martial law under General Burrill. It notes the city’s slow recovery, and contrasts past danger with present vigilance. It also covers college gatherings, Cuban relief efforts led by Mrs. Annie Blume, and railroad man George W. R. Harriman’s career.
An analysis shows naturalized citizens favored sound money in forty five states. Of 9,197,853 foreign born residents, 7,987,277 supported sound money and 1,219,576 backed free silver. The piece argues against native Americanism bias and notes decreasing race prejudice over time.
The piece notes widespread reluctance among leading Republicans to join McKinley’s upcoming cabinet. It cites Sherman Harrison Reed as declining posts and argues the administration needs strong, capable advisers to ensure a successful tenure. It urges Republicans to serve if offered, rather than decline.
Eckels warns that the current tariff and currency policy should not be unsettled as the country enters a possible era of prosperity. He notes the tariff act may need modifications but stresses avoiding unnecessary agitation among lawmakers and the public.
John F Dowd from Hyde Park denounces a Republican parade corpse emblem and celebrates annual elections for Democrats while urging respectful political conduct. He notes flags and red lights at his home and asks Republicans to endorse decorum that pleases all citizens.
A double leaded editorial from the Boston Journal targets The Globe, accusing it of greed and cowardice. The piece portrays The Globe as a huckster in the market place, lacking conviction and betraying honest journalism during a critical political moment.
The Boston Globe defends its finances and tone against the Boston Journals criticisms. It recalls past rivalries, asserts it tells the truth on bank inquiries, and condemns the Journal for past boasts while praising today’s improved conduct and editorial integrity.
In a packed vaudeville house Latour sisters stage a final aerial act with Rudolph and Melanie planning a dramatic farewell. Ernesta’s growing doubt about leaving Bohemia looms as the sisters prepare to perform the main leap above a cheering crowd.
Ernesta stages a perilous netted dive as Melanie, watching in dread, sees her sister fall and die on stage. The audience gasps as the climax unfolds with a final goodbye to love and life.
The Post announces weekly prizes for Original Short Stories with a top prize of $10, second prize $3, and four $2 awards. Winners are named Sundays and paid by mail Mondays for stories published the prior week. Ladies only may win, stories must be under 1000 words, written on one side, with name and address, and not anonymous.
A collage of jokes about marriage, writing for papers, and reading aloud. Dialog snippets from Brooklyn Life Fliegende Blatter and Tit-Bits feature a bride and groom, a manuscript joke, and a mother reading to a sick child.
The article highlights current vogue in evening bodices with varied materials. Green mousseline with lace and iridescent paillettes, cream chiffon with gold braid, black chiffon with white lace, cloth of gold with silver tracery, pale pink with Marie Antoinette ribbon, and yellow mousseline with blue blossoms. Applique work dominates, typically light to preserve drape, with plain fabrics used when necessary. Tulle with dotted paillettes is noted as particularly charming.
The report states Bret Harte, encouraged by the reception of his drama Sue in New York, is at work on another play. Mrs Susan Slocum of Newport RI celebrates the 90th birthday and is among War of 1812 pensioners. Her husband George Slocum served as a drummer boy for the home guards. The Czar, as head of the Russian treasury, is described as the richest man on earth with vast territories and a growing navy and army.
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