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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1897

Page

4

Subscription rates for daily and Sunday Post

Daily rates: one year eight dollars, six months four dollars, three months two dollars, one month twenty five cents. Sunday Post: one year one dollar fifty, six months seventy five cents, three months forty cents. All money sent at sender's risk and checks payable to POST PUBLISHING COMPANY. Boston office 259 Washington Street. New York distribution at hotels. Subscriptions must be prepaid and will be discontinued on expiration. Editor E A Crozier.

Eeordge Os Seeeggeseey Post Publishing Company New York Bester Grozier

Republicans face uphill path after last week’s elections

The piece argues Republicans failed to gain in national races and lost New York New Jersey and Kentucky, reducing McKinley supporters to 271 votes vs Bryan in 1896. It predicts Democrats will hold their gains, making a 1900 Republican comeback dependent on recapturing key states.

McKinley Bryan New York New Jersey Kentucky

Treasury customs receipts rise amid rising deficits

The speaker notes August receipts of 6,987,702 and September receipts of 7,943,100, a gain of 955,898. He omits that the Treasury deficit grew by 18,000,150 in the same period and that September 1897 deficits nearly tripled those of September 1896 under the old tariff.

Treasury Cariff

Boston Democrats face a hard mayoral battle in December

Mayor Quincy says he is content to leave nomination to Democratic voters in Boston while noting party dissensions and silver split. The piece compares 1895 and current races, showing Republican gains and a shrinking Democratic edge in legislative votes, urging unity and strong candidate selection.

Quincy Boston Thi Massachusetts Williams United Democracy Greenhalge Curtis Wolcott Quinty

Hopeful Dingley Sees Revenue Rise Amid Tariff Fears

The article reports Congressman Dingley expressing optimism that tariff reforms will boost revenue within two to three years, offsetting current Treasury strains. Critics question whether borrowing is needed now and note his rosy forecast may overlook immediate deficits.

Congressman Dingley Dingley Home Market Club

Mckinleys Debt to Hanna and Federal Pressure

The article argues President McKinley owes Hanna for his rise to the presidency and suggests federal pressure on Ohio to influence the Senate race. It claims Hanna secured McKinley’s nomination and campaign funds, then questions the ethics of using official power to aid Hanna’s bid for re election and implies improper administration actions from Washington and Columbus.

Ohio Hanna Sherman McKinley Washington Columbus

Desperate Hanna Seeks Presidential Aid in Mayoral Contest

The text notes Senator Hanna pressing for help from the President in the New York mayoralty contest in support of Boss Platt. It highlights Hanna's desperate position and the unusual request for executive intervention.

New York Boss Platt Hanna United States

Great Game at Soldiers Field Promises Harvard Yale Rivalry

Boston packs Soldiers Field for the Harvard versus Yale undergraduate amateur baseball contest. Anxious crowd expects a well played, stoutly contested game that could break Yale’s yearly dominance and restore Harvard prestige in a national sporting moment.

Boston Soldiers Field Yale Harvard

Roxbury Notices and Social Events Highlight Local Scene

The Observant Citizen reports the University Club hosting its season kickoff with a reception for Walter Camp Lorin F Deland and Paul Dashiel to commend their work raising college sports standards. Also covered are crime warnings a sneak thief targetting Roxbury residents a guidance on preventing entry thefts and a social roundup featuring a Gypsy Fair at Buena Vista Avenue a Roxbury High School reunion set for Warren Street Schoolhouse with a Dec 31 reception banquet and dance.

University Club Walter Camp Lorin F. Deland Paul Dashiel Universalist Church Buena Vista Avenue Roxbury Roxbury High School Warren Street Ware Parkhurst

Night tales and civic notes from the city

A November night scene follows two paper boys after a fall near a streetcar as a bystander calls for help and a policeman escorts the injured Jim to a hospital while Jim’s partner waits with papers. Other brief items mention aquarium seals, name choices, Yale Harvard tickets, and local society news.

Jimmie Tom Sonny Jim Jenny Tye

Four whist parties for Adams House restoration in Quincy

A series of four whist parties begins Thursday at Ven dome to raise funds for restoring the Adams House in Quincy and placing a bronze tablet. Adams Chapter D R.A guest list includes Mrs N V Titus and Miss A L Prescott among many Boston and Quincy society figures. Special souvenir prizes promised and event runs 2 pm and 8 pm with notable attendees and committee members listed.

Vendome Adams Chapter D. R Adams House Quincy SeOwies N. V. Titus Beacon Street Boston A. H Gilson Linden Place William Porter Randolph A. L. Prescott Spear Street EB. G. Pratt A. E. Simmons Wollaston W. F. Cummings Atlantic B. F. Dyer South Braintree George W. Yeaton Athol Street Allston Clinton Wiles Cumberland Street Jean Paul Selinger Wilford Russell London Boylston Street Alice Kent Robertson Pennsylvania Marie Louise Everett Copley Mme. Marchesi Massenet Nella J. Daggett New England Woman’s Press Association Home Monthly Just Out Paul Jones Smithsonian Institution Harriet RE. P. Stafford Martha’s Vineyard RE. Everett Holbrook Nottingham Holbrook Paul Revere National Society Benjamin W. Hackett Newton T. M. Brown Sarah Bowman van Ness Lexington Bunker l G. D. Gilman EB. M. Oyes Arthur C. Walworth Newton Orchestr Peng Kirke Corey Mabel Eager Kalady Boalding

Council Delays Marion Street Site for East Boston High

The Common Council postponed indefinitely a plan to select the Marion street site for East Boston High School after Councilman Newmarch urged an inquiry into the selection process. He cited concerns about low ground near high tide, land price, valuation, and taxes. Several members spoke briefly before the vote.

Marion Street East Boston Newmarch Ward 21 McCarthy Ward 17 Bostonacht Club Millar Ward 1 Board of Police Caucuses Tyler Street Kneeland Carver Streets Wos Commercial India Cross Street Leonard Street Dorchester Avenue Granger Street Committee On Finance Bridges Department O'Callaghan Bridges

Notable Encounters and Royal, Academic News Across Continents

A Boston scene recalls Judge Woodbury meeting Joseph Jefferson and remarking on family stature. Reports note Empress of Austria living incognito abroad. Harvard astronomer Ward travels to Peru for observations. S. A. B. Abbott of Boston named next director of the American Academy in Rome. Fifty years since two weddings marked a golden anniversary with large families. Prince Boris of Bulgaria draws European attention for his religion as a future monarchy heir.

Joseph Jefferson School Street Boston Charles Levi Woodbury Mr. Jefferson Jefferson Judge Woodbun American Academy At Rome Lord S. A. B. Abbott Abbott Harvard Boston Public Library Europe Ferdinand Bulgaria Prince Boris

Memorial endowment to honor Major Lewis Ginter in Richmond

The memory of the late Major Lewis Ginter of Richmond is to be honored by an institute and school of technology endowment in the city. Charles A. Dana's death makes Dr. Henry Wogile of the Evangelist the oldest New York editor.

Lewis Ginter Richmond O— Charles A. Dana Dr. Henry Wwgile of the Evangelist New York

Private sign at Farnborough estate amid vandalism

A gate at the ex Empress Eugenie's English country home in Farnborough bears a sign declaring the grounds private and threatening prosecution for trespass. The measure follows vandalism by visitors who clipped monuments on the premises, while the public will still be admitted for a portion of one day each week.

Eugenie Farnborough

Boston Autumn Debut Stars Lydia Eustis Concert

A lavish Boston audience cheered Miss Lydia Eustis in a Thursday debut, drawing New York notables and Boston society figures to a boxed, white and gold setting. Patrons included Prescott Lawrence and Mrs. Lawrence, the Coolidges, Mrs. Walcott, and notable club members from Meadowbrook and Knickerbocker circles.

Boston Lydia Eustis Prescott Lawrence Newport Miss Eustis Legation Rawlins Cottenet Meadowbrook Knickerbocker New York Eustistans Hugh Whitney Corinne Shattuck T. J. Coolidge France France, Who Preceded Miss Eustis Fred Sears, Jr Herbert Sears Governor Walcott and Amory Charlie Gibson

Boston Reform Sermon Sparks Myopia Crowd

Town Topics notes Sam Jones preaching on reform in Boston while critics debate moral authority. It highlights the Adamowski brothers and Mme Szumowska as assistants to the star, and recalls a Myopia breakfast at the Raymond Ward cottage, with Mrs Ward and the Gardners active in hunts and outdoor life.

Sam Jones Boston Wendell Holmes Scotrel Rea Greece Adamowski Brothers Mme. Szumowska Raymond Ward Beverly Farms Ms. Ward Barnard New York Frank Seabury North Shore A. P. Gardner Sagamore Farm Gardner

Autumn House Guests Make Lively Parade of Ladies

The hunting set gathered on the house floor for a striking display this autumn. Mrs Bryce Allan led a front row of well dressed young married women, joined by Mrs Norman Mrs Ames and many named social figures from Newport Boston and nearby circles.

Bryce Lan Guy Nerman Bud Appletons Rices George von L. Meyers Searses A. P. Gardners Hoopers Peabodys Charlie Curtis, Jr

Miss Eustis Makes Unqualified Success at Mourning Event

Miss Eustis, with a handsome face and dark eyes, wore black with touches of white in mourning for Mrs. Eustis. Her presence was described as elegant and dignified, and her hair was simply arranged, making the afternoon a notably successful gathering.

Miss Eustis Mrs. Eustis

Boston Social Set Awaits Dun Can Family Return

The Dun can household returns to America after two years in England and will reopen Mrs. Duncan's Boston Mayfair house. Mrs. Duncan, linked to New England society, rose from Dove of Andover to social prominence abroad. The Blanchard circle recalls John Blanchard’s wit and hospitality as the Dyncene family prepares for a bustling winter.

Harry Rnhams Beacon Street George Duncan America Duncan Boston John Blanchard Andover

Louise Cushing to Star in Athalie at Cambridge Theater

The Newport cottagers praise Louise Cushing daughter of Bob and niece of Tom for her growing acting talent. She will play the title role in Athalie a Bible drama at Sanders Theatre Cambridge early in December with Harvard students Radcliffe cast and Po Lang in charge of music ensuring a fitting program.

Newport Louise Cushing Bob Cushing Tom Cushing Boston Bob Athalie Sanders Theatre Cambridge Harvard Radcliffe Po Lang

Social Set Enjoys Autumn Merriment at Pomfret

Mrs Brad lee and her husband Tom join New York and Providence society figures at Pomfret Minnesota for a lively autumn gathering. Lively at the club session, they mingle with Willie Vaill Chapin of the Knickerbocker Club and other noted circles.

Tom” Bradlee Tom Jack Gilliat New York Providence Pomfret Willie Vaill Chapin Knickerbocker Club

Boston Horse Show crowd trims expected turnout this year

Boston expects a smaller crowd for the Horse Show with new recruits possibly arriving later. E. D. Jordan holds the second choice box, Bryce Allan had it last year, and early responses include Braman Nathaniel Thayers DeForest Danielsons and John Shepards.

Boston E. D. Jordan Bryce Allan Braman Nathaniel Thayers DeForest Danielsons John Shepards

Dr Butt Syrup Promises Quick Cure for Coughs

An old advertisement touts Dr Butt Syrup as a reliable remedy for cane coughs and chest complaints with claims of rapid relief and universal suitability. The brief copy emphasizes simple use and trusted efficacy.

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