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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1896
Page
2
Democrats close rift amid internal friction with Murphy opposition. Governor George Fred Williams, Lt Governor Chenmistopher Callahan, Secretary Joseph H Potts, Treasurer Thomas Watson, Auditor Maurice P Cavanaugh, and Attorney General John B O'Donnell named as key nominees from Dedham Holyoke Lynn Braintree Springfield Northampton.
Ernest C. Marshall of Boston and Henry Winn of Malden appear in a local notice listing residents involved in a pending matter. The brief item identifies their names and cities without detailing actions or dates.
The Massachusetts Democrats tried to resolve the Faneuil Hall and Music Hall convention dispute. A compromise draft for a single ticket was proposed, with adjournment to Monday to finalize details. The hearing paused as representatives met to harmonize electoral arrangements for state offices and congressional districts.
Friction runs high as Mr Farley and Mr Coughlin press Mr Robinson for answers about invitations to a meeting. Ex mayor Coughlin says the party fought for Massachusetts and demands clear guidance from ballot law officials. A new conference is planned today as Boston aims an undivided front before the final campaign stretch.
J Sterling Morton challenged free coinage of silver before about 3000 at the Auditorium under the American Honest Money League. E Burrill Smith opened with a letter from President Cleveland, who declines to speak, citing official duties and propriety while supporting honest money ideas.
The city debates a Cuban battle death rumor involving William D. Osgood a famed football figure. Club members in Boston and nearby cities express doubt awaiting official word while noting wartime risks and Philadelphia connections.
The Times despatch from Rio Janeiro notes a severe financial crisis with 300 bankruptcy applications and widespread firm distress. Banks are tightening operations as the economy falters.
The piece recounts American volunteers in Cuba, praising their daring in the rebellion era. It notes Young Osgood joining the Pennsylvania expedition aboard the Commodore, likening the force to a strong filibustering path. On June 1 he was promoted to major after brave action at Lazanla under General Carillo near Villas and Camagney.
Osgood was a top halfback for Cornell in 1891 and 1892 and later starred for the U P team in 1893 and 1894. He carried speed and power, dodging tacklers with ease and thrilling crowds in key games including a November 92 match against Harvard and a Thanksgiving 92 contest at Franklin Field. He also excelled as a bicycle rider and became AAU heavyweight boxing and wrestling champion in January 1895 while at Penn. Now about 26, he stood 5 feet 8 1 2 inches and weighed 175 pounds.
In Manchester on October 9 the Supreme Court heard evidence on bondsmen for Dr J C Moore. Bonds totaling 17 500 were accepted with Sawyer of Franconia and Davis of Canterbury guaranteeing 7 500 each and Chase of Plymouth with Dow of Lakeport 10 000. A remaining 2 500 is sought to secure his release from county jail after months of detention.
Brookline High beat Roxbury Latin 10 to 0 on Cypress street grounds yesterday afternoon. The report notes a lackluster match with Brookline earning a shutout. An advertisement for Dr Agnew's Liver Pills claims relief from constipation liver ills and other ailments with 40 doses sold by Woodward Co Brookline Mass.
Chicago witnesses two massive processions amid a presidential campaign display. Gold Democrats and Republicans march along Michigan Avenue with police control, while Bryan supporters in silver parade at night reach 30,000 marchers and crowd estimates near 600,000 downtown. Notable figures include Mark Hanna and Vice President Stevenson observing.
Dorchester citizens clash with Commissioners Clark and Curtis over liquor license transfers. General Martin remonstrates against more licenses while a rejected Albany street dealer, Hagerty & Co., wins a transfer to Dorchester. A public hearing follows with clergy voicing concerns and promises of further action.
At breakfast in Canton Ohio on October 9 Major McKinley used 400 miles of wire to hear a Republican and gold Democrat parade. Six ear trumpets were placed in the major's library and six in Mrs. McKinley's sitting room connected to Chicago lines. He enjoyed the band music and crowd cheers as the procession passed by.
Garret A. Hobart at the Republican national headquarters in New York heard a large crowd of sound money advocates marching in Chicago. The cheers and band music were transmitted to him by long-distance telephone from in front of the Great Northern Hotel.
The American Wringer Company promotes wringers and Bissell carpet sweepers at 13 and 15 Broadway extension and 29 and 31 Corn Hill Boston. Repairs are offered and delivered without extra charge. Write or telephone Tremont 764.
Jones in Chicago on October 9 released a statement on the Georgia election arguing that the solid South and solid West will vote for Mr. Bryan. He supplied a table of state election results from races held so far this year.
The Boston Hat Makers' Association adopted resolutions endorsing William J. Leonard for Representative of Ward 23 citing his labor work, public speaking ability, and integrity. An Independent Democratic club formed in Ward 20 with officers John O'Connell president Michael Lynch secretary and Michael Mowles treasurer. DEDHAM reports note Erastus Worthington seeks an independent Republican bid for Norfolk county clerkship with support from varied Republicans and independents. A good citizenship meeting at Parker House Oct 15 features Rev. Samuel J. Barrows as guest of honor.
A San Sebastian dispatch reports the Dutch transport Paramaribo has been lost off the northern coast of Spain near London dated Oct 9.
Edinburgh October 9 Lord Rosebery ex prime minister spoke on remedies for the Turkish question. He opposed Russia taking Constantinople and warned against isolated British action risking a European war and Armenian slaughter. He urged concerted action by powers and explained his Liberal leadership resignation and party splits.
Six people died and twenty were injured in a Danville Pennsylvania boiler explosion at Iron Works. Five men and an infant were killed and eighteen workers a boy and a woman were injured with several of the injured likely to die.
George D Crowell of Boston census bureau special agent died suddenly of heart disease at the Coolley Hotel. Jeremiah Preble of Charlestown aged 81 died of heart disease at home York Missouri born December 21 1814 lived in Charlestown fifty years foreman of blacksmiths at Navy Yard member of Charlestown Veteran Firemen Bunker Hill Lodge Fellows former Washington Light Infantry. He leaves four sons William H Preble Frank L Preble George H Preble and J Wesley Preble and three daughters.
Members of the liquor squad arrested Alice Gillespie, 26, this morning for allegedly selling intoxicating liquor at 1612 Compton Street. The raid led to the arrest at the scene and underscores ongoing enforcement actions against illegal sales.
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