This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1896
Page
9
Thousands flood the Pioneer at 660 and 662 Washington Street for deep discounts on men’s, boys’, and youths’ suits and overcoats. All wool suits, dress outfits, overcoats, and pants are cut to low prices, with shoes and hats offered at substantial savings amid overstock and high demand.
The 12-26-62 Allen numbers did not appear in the policy districts of the city. In Kirkland and Pleasant streets and the South End hundreds of policy fiends watched as the forenoon 62 showed in Frankfort and the afternoon drawn numbers failed to materialize. Dream books and “gold and silver gigs” are cited with claims the election was influenced by 7-10-70 and 13-25-60 numbers, while followers seek a BR. S. M. gig from Isaac’s dream.
John C. Cobb of Milton dominated the Quincy Association banquet of the Railway Men's Non-Partisan Sound Money League of New England at the American House last night. He praised railway men and business leaders for backing sound money, urged confidence in McKinley’s administration, and criticized Massachusetts Democrats for lackluster enthusiasm.
In Indianapolis a broad coalition stressed democracy and national integrity as Republicans faced the 1900 contest. The speech praised Palmer and Buckner, derided a “silver” movement, likened McKinley’s goal to a touchdown, and warned the party to avoid defeat or face stronger opposition. Judge Bruce labeled Bryan supporters as worst elements while urging a tougher foreign policy. E P Chapman delivered a final humorous note.
The Quincy School Association held its annual meeting and banquet at Hotel Thorndike with about 1% of members present. Benjamin W. Putnam re-elected president, a 15-member planning committee chosen for the 50th anniversary in 1897, and W. L. Kelt named secretary. Speakers included Paul, Joseph H. O'Neil, Spencer Richardson, Thomas Kelly, and Moses Blanchard. Mr McVey urged stronger school facilities and universal access, urging city leaders to provide accommodations and avoid delaying Boston schools.
The District Deputies Association of Massachusetts I O F held its annual meeting and banquet at the United States Hotel. President G D Lamont presided as Grand Master Winfield Nevins and other dignitaries attended. Officers elected: President W Averill, vice presidents W W Heasey and S B Stodder, secretary W H Ralph, treasurer Co W Hemler, executive committee E F W Bourne John Cockhill George W Ball A S Esty.
The Ware family at 18 Thorndike Street Brookline smelled smoke last night in the reading room. A large parlor lamp in the front parlor overheated and burned the silk shade. Eugene G. Ware extinguished the blaze.
Mrs Eliza F Smith wife of Captain Asa F Smith of Brookline died during a voyage with her husband from Philadelphia to San Francisco.
Lona Barrison was barred from riding at the New York horse show for wearing divided skirts instead of riding tights, with the ring committee offering a later option in riding costume. The show opened strong, praised the quality of horses, and reported on fallers, eliminations, and entries in several classes including Shetland ponies. Montreal 11 and his herd won blue in Class 94, while Reed’s mares Alice Leyburn and Georgie M faced a setback when Georgie M was found lame.
Rome notes say rumors of Archbishop Ireland of St Paul’s removal may be unfounded though he has fallen into disfavour at the Vatican. Deposition of a bishop is rare in Leo XIII's papacy, with Archbishop Kenrick of St Louis the only previous case, and he was nearly insane.
The Boston police board may undergo a full reorganization with ex mayor Thomas N Hart proposed as chairman to replace General Martin. If Hart is named, three Republicans would sit on the board and a Democrat would need appointment after dismissals. Hart denied any knowledge of changes.
Washington November 12 It is understood that the resignation of Joseph S Miller commissioner of internal revenue is in the hands of the President Prior to the election Miller had a conference with Secretary Carlisle and the President during which he intimated his desire to retire from public service and go into private business He was asked to postpone his intention until after the election His relations with the President and Secretary Carlisle are said to be cordial.
London November 12. Edward J Ivory alias Bell the alleged Irish American dynamiter is to be arraigned at Bow Street police court tomorrow and is expected to be committed for trial in the Old Bailey criminal court. He is not expected to offer evidence at the police court and will reserve his defence for the trial.
John Fitzgerald a 10 year old boy appeared in Charlestown district court on a complaint by Monument Square M H Church alleging malicious injury to a building. The case was continued to November 13. Disputed are the amount of damage and the number of tacks removed from the church outside sign. Church members say they will make an example of the case.
Provincetown, Nov 12. Fred West of Provincetown recounts his Arctic voyage on the Navaron, after a gun accident left his right arm amputated at Herschel Island. The story details the trek back thirty miles, the two amputations, and the nurses, with West noting the vital role of Arctic air, captain’s wives, and Eskimo hospitality in his survival.
George G. Gay of Everett died at 21 Forest Avenue after a four week illness from fever. He was 24 years old and employed as a clerk. The death was noted in Boston as a notable local event.
Salem November 12 District Attorney White and state troopers are preparing the Danvers poisoning case for court Monday. A hint suggests investigators may be on the wrong track though reasons for suspecting another party are not publicly known.
Horless mail wagons will soon appear on New York streets, with use expected within a week. Officials say the experiment proves their efficiency and will revolutionize service by expediting handling from street boxes to postal cars, reducing transit time across the city.
At the Massachusetts Historical Society meeting Justin Winsor presented The Cabot Controversies and the Right of England to North America based on Cabot’s 1497 mainland discovery. Barrett Wendell spoke on The Philosophy of History in relation to Brooks Adams’s The Law of Civilization and Decay, with remarks by Crapp Hoar Everett Hale Haynes Bradford Green Upham who announced manuscripts held by the Boston Atheneum and presented copies of early works.
Three year old Henry Marcotte was playing with friends near his home on Cambridge Street when a team driven by George Stevenson and owned by Dayton & Co. ran over him. He is expected to recover from the injuries despite the accident.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.