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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1896
Page
6
In a Denver Post discussion, readers push gold and silver standards as the leading 1890s campaign issue. Contributors cite Coin's Financial School and The Grip of Gold, argue 16 to 1 bimetallism, and quote English editorial views as support.
CALCUTTA responds to questions on labor, tariffs, and free coinage. The writer defends labor unions, critiques protected Europe, and argues wages reflect demand, with references to Hanna, McKinley, and British budget context. The letter contrasts labor tyranny with capital and promises detailed future discussion.
A Boston letter ridicules the free silver position, noting alloy in the silver and gold dollars. The writer cites $129 per ounce silver to claim about $1.11 in gold dollars and says New England readers should understand standard silver and standard gold.
A reader argues McKinley will be the next President amid a conspiracy of brains and money. He claims powerful influences will restore confidence as business prospers and financial matters reset. Medford October 3.
A letter to the editor questions W Howes Shepard on his critique of J E C and the Democratic and Republican parties. The writer challenges proofs for claims about party policy, industrial laws, and the rise of trusts and monopolies, asking for clearer evidence.
Dorchester letter writer argues that Calcutta misleads with figures in the silver debate. He defends silver, cites Jefferson and Lincoln era finance, contrasts gold standard advocates with farmers’ interests, and urges electing McKinley in peace while criticizing demonetization of silver and foreign finance.
Monday’s session opened weak amid cautious selling but recovered midday with firmer prices across the list. Bay State Gas led gains closing at 63 a net rise of 3 8, copper exports remained strong with Calumet & Hecla and Quincy shipments. New York funds and clearinghouse rates showed liquidity, gold reserve at 123,602,700.
Edward Ashe asks Colonel Pope to clarify his view on whether a government decree could affect the value of Pope Manufacturing bicycles. He suggests a hypothetical US law restricting bicycle use to Pope’s products and seeks Colonel Pope’s honest opinion.
The Philo Celtic Society met at 6 Whitmore Street for Gaelic study led by J. A. Hickey and B. L. Joyce. In a recent business meeting, Lawrence Ferris of East Boston was mourned and announced to the public. D. J. O Sullivan resigned as financial secretary and Thomas Grimes was elected to replace him.
Enameline reports achieving the biggest stove polish sale in Europe, marking a record-breaking milestone for the brand and signaling strong market demand across the continent.
The Grand Army of the Republic in Omaha announces staff appointments Adjutant-general Charles E. Burmeister of Omaha. quartermaster-general Augustus J. Burbank Chicago. inspector-general Charles A. Suydam Philadelphia. judge advocate-general Albert Clark Wellesley Hills. senior aide de camp J. C. Winans Troy Ohio. An executive committee of the national council of administration named William N. Armstrong Indianapolis I M Sterret St. Louis Albert Scheffer St. Paul Thomas W. Scott Fairfield Roscoe Dix Berrien Springs J J Kent Trenton N J.
The Joel Goldthwait & Co. carpet firm celebrates its golden anniversary marking five decades at the Washington street site near Cornhill. From Bates & Goldthwait to Goldthwait Snow Knight the business has focused on carpets and rugs, avoiding fires and maintaining a clientele from prominent families.
An ad describes a fashion pattern for a stylish fawn green and black gown with velvet trim and gilt buttons. It gives fabric requirements for basque and skirt in sizes bust 34 36 38 40 42 and waist 22 24 26 28 30, pattern Nos. 6858 and 6856, with order to send coupons to New York and expect a short delay.
Master Henry W. Bishop to sell at twelve noon on November 17, 1896, at Cook County Court House, Chicago, all mortgaged property tied to the Chicago and Northern Pacific Railroad and related lines. The sale includes extensive railroad lands, tracks, stations, rights of way, and associated personal property described in the decree, subject to prior mortgages and pending conditions. Six hundred fifty thousand dollars secured by a City of Chicago mortgage and various other liens attach to the assets.
Court advertisement from Chicago Illinois dated October 1 1896 details bidding rules for the Chicago and Great Western Railway mortgage foreclosure. It specifies deposits of 100000 to 200000 in money or bonds, conditions on payment, re sale rights, lease assumptions and the roles of Farmers Loan and Trust and United States Trust Company in New York. The sale may be re conducted if conditions are unmet with the October 1896 decree governances.
The City of Boston Street Department invites sealed proposals for sewer and connections in Vancouver street Ward 19. Submissions due 12 m October 18 1896 at Superintendent of Streets Office Room 47 City Hall. Includes earth excavation brick masonry Portland cement etc with $300 bid bond. Opened and read publicly. right to reject proposals reserved.
City of Boston Boston Transit Commission invites sealed bids for building Section 8 two track subway on Hanover street between Court and Washington. Bids due Oct 6 1896 at 12 m with $2000 certified check. Plans at 20 Beacon Street fifth floor. 20 percent bond required. Commission may reject bids. George G Crocker et al chairman. Howard A Carson chief engineer.
The Massachusetts special committee examining Boston caucuses will hold a public hearing for party managers on October 8 at 3 p.m. in Room 187 of the State House. Chairman Albert TL Harwood and Clerk John Mrohan announce the change from the planned October 7 date.
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