Boston Post Publishing Details and Notices
The Boston Post prints daily notices including publishing office at Mile near Washington Street. It lists subscription rates and policy notes stating all money sent at sender's risk and that checks should be payable to the Post Publishing Company. Also notes Washington office at Corcoran Building Fifteenth Street and classification as second class matter.
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Post Publishing Company
Washington
Corcoran Building
Fifteenth Street
Amusements This Evening at Boston Theatres and Halls
The schedule lists performances at Mechanics Boitpine on Huntington Avenue, Soudon at Boston Theatre Washington street, Shen andaoah at Grope Theatre, Cordelia's Aspirations with Edward Harrigan at Tremont, The Charity Ball by Lyceum Theatre company, Little Emly at Boston Museum Tremont near Scollay, Erma the Elf at Grand Opera House, and The Ly Leal at Howard Street ArHen.
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Mechanics’ Boitpine
Huntington Avenue
Mechanics’ Fair
Boston
Washington Street
the Soudon
Scollay Square
Little
Em’ly
Washington
Dover Streets
Erma
Elf
Howard Street
Notices of Department Pages in the Newspaper
The Financial Department appears on page six while the Commercial Department spans pages six and seven and the Ship News is listed on page three, guiding readers to locate department content in the edition.
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Ship News
Carpet Trusts and Ballot Reform Mark New Jersey Election
The piece notes carpet mills shuttered to regulate supply and sustain prices, throwing many workers out. It highlights Newark’s first use of a New Jersey ballot reform law, praising reduced vote buying and fewer “floaters,” with a citizen calling the reform a success for eliminating lading political loiterers.
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New Jersey
Newark
Jersey
McKinley Bill Raises Cloth Prices Stated in Interview
A Buffalo Courier interview records a shopper noting dress cloth price increases after the McKinley bill. The salesman explains the rise reflects tariff changes and replacement costs, even though the material remains the same.
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Barnes, Hengerer & Cos
McKinley
Buffalo Courier
Debating Tariff Impacts On Glass and Earthenware
The piece critiques New York newspapers and Democratic arguments that tariff changes raise prices. It cites editorials from the New York Tribune and Boston Journal and quotes Jerome Jones of Jones McDuffee Stratton, noting duties on glassware and earthenware and the misreadings of price effects. The excerpt argues most tableware costs remain unaffected by the McKinley bill, with only small increases tied to large sizes and packaging.
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New York Tribune
The
Boston Journal
McKinney
Pen
N. Y. Tribune
Jones
Jerome Jones
Jones, McDuffee & Stratton
Post
Open letter draws reply from C Stuart Patterson
Mr Henry Lua publishes an open letter to Mr Delamater and receives a response from Republican C Stuart Patterson. Patterson defends silence, arguing that Emery's charges cannot be refuted in court without harming Delamater politically. He warns that an unfavorable verdict before election would be used against Delamater. The piece frames public sentiment as influencing legal action and political outcomes.
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Henry
Lua
Mr. Delamater
Quest for Proof and Justice in Lea Indictment
The passage critiques the strength of a defendant Lea's case, noting that despite clear proof an adverse decision remains possible. It characterizes the argument as a sly suggestion that Boss QUAY's man has a weak case and should be thankful, while questioning its usefulness in answering the indictment.
The Joint Agency Plan and Rail Rate Wars
The article explains a proposed Joint Agency Plan to curb rate wars by using shared agents at competitive freight points. It contrasts this with a pooling ban under the Interstate Commerce Act and cites Sun's view on legal viability and practical hurdles. Historical examples show prior joint agency experiments failed, with roads reverting to individual agents amid jealousy and inefficiency.
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Walker
Interstate Commerce Railway Association
the Sun
New York Sun
Torre
Trunk Line Association
Pennsylvania
Denison Manufacturing Circular Raises Tissue Paper Prices
The McKinley tariff takes effect today prompting a seven cent advance in the team price of all English tissue paper over the current list. Further adjustments may occur once figures are verified. October 6 circular.
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McKinley
German Socialists Advocate Lawful Path to Social Change
Members of the Socialist Congress at Halle Germany have toned down previous militant rhetoric. They oppose violent overturning and insist change must come through enacted laws. The gathering, timed as repressive measures expire, signals a cautious shift from old imperial pressure to new toleration under William’s consent.
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Socialist Congress
Halle
Germany
William
Socialist aims and German politics under pressure
A commentary on German Socialists shifting toward lawful agitation, their growing power, and the cautious acceptance of constitutional methods. It notes Halle Congress resolutions on workers’ rights, liberty of assembly, and coalitions, while criticizing state socialism and praising toleration under the new regime. The piece contrasts public policy with revolutionary rhetoric and examines repercussions for Germany’s political landscape.
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Germany
England
America
Congress
Halle
William
Berlin
Cloth Goods Jump in Duty Under New Philadelphia Ad
An advertisement from a Philadelphia firm notes a 25 percent increased duty on imported cloth and most dry goods. Wool, cotton, linens, velvets, plushes, hosiery, underwear, and shawls all rise, marking a broad price shift in dry goods.
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Philadelphia
Graven Image Syndicate Promotes Statues by Installment Plan
A Chicago based syndicate proposes to supply statues of famous American figures in marble bronze or stone via an instalment plan. The process uses a pantograph style drill to duplicate figures from models cast in iron and finishes with sand blasting. Cities can order ready to ship like a Jackson or Cass with a small upfront payment and rapid delivery, avoiding fundraising delays.
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Chicago
American Graven Image Company (Limited
Peles
Europe
St. Louis
West
Elay
Washington
Idaho
Andrew Jackson
Jackson
New Orleans
Colonel Cass
Advance on silverware and plated goods warned
Circular from Lapp & Plersheim of Chicago issued in September warns that if the McKinley tariff bill passes it will push up prices of gold and silver plated ware and related imported goods. It notes advances on house ware flat ware plated steel knives and forks and points readers to a catalog page for platinum sheets and wire.
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McWinley
Lapp & Plersheim
Chicago
The Tailor’s Tariff Tale Presses Prices Upward
A vintage reflection on rising costs in clothing due to tariffs and raw material hikes. The piece notes firmer woollens from American mills, hoped wage cuts, and higher costs for trimmings and findings. It laments fewer orders for ready to wear and pressure on journeymen, blaming tariff policies aimed at aiding American workers.
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Nortals
German monument ceremony reflects on Lessing legacy
An unveiling in Berlin drew pillared praise for Lessing as a moralist while noting many clerics stayed away in protest of his life and writings. The absence sparked debate on religious censorship and appreciation for a literature shaped by the author’s influence despite controversy.
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Lussina
Germany
Berlin
Lessing
Jesus
Vor Taire
Private club ethics and press duty clash over suspensions
The letter contends that suspending Colonel Sierano for printing a Union League Club delinquent list mirrors a private club matter. It questions Tribune ethics as editor and club member publish the same information. If dailies print the club notice, then Sierano’s publication of names seen on the club board should be just as valid.
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Sierano
the Tribune
Sheraro
President's Western trip praised for thoughtful speeches
The New York Tribune notes the President’s talent for thoughtful and sympathetic speeches, citing his St. Joseph remarks about looking upon the city’s beauty as an example of his apt delivery during the Western trip.
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The
New York Tribune
St. Joseph
Tariff Alters Pearl Button Prices and Embroidery Duty
The article notes a 1400 percent price rise for commoner pearl buttons not produced domestically. Medium buttons drop to 20 cents per gross cost, five cents per dozen retail. Old duty 4 cents per gross, new duty adds 2.5 cents per line equal to 59 cents per gross, making 15 cents per dozen. Embroidery from Hamburg faces 60 percent duty, vs vague earlier 40 percent. A St Paul maker cites 120 percent needed, now raised to 60 percent, pushing consumer prices higher.
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Hamburg
St. Paul
Poly
Mr. Durrell
Brown, Durrell & Co
Governor grants stay in Illinois hangings
Governor Fifer of Illinois grants a stay of execution for Calvin Holden and Albert Dunham, who were to be hanged on October 17. New evidence favorable to the condemned has been discovered.
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Fifer
Iinois
Calvin Holden
Albert Dunham
Notable London figures and politicians in transit and theatre
Dr Temple the bishop of London is rapidly recovering his sight. Ex Secretary of the Navy and Mrs Whitney left Newport for Washington. Justin Morrill was elected Vermont Senator for six years. Minnie Meiggs will wed Sir James Macgregor on the 20th. Edward B Clapp joins Yale Greek faculty. Hamilton Aide to accompany Stanley party to America. Winnie Davis confirms broken engagement with Mr Wilkinson amid family and Mississippi intrigue.
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Dr. Temple
London
Secretary of the Navy
W. C. Whitney
Newport
Washington
Canon Liddon
Vermont Joint Assembly
Justin
Morrill
Vermont
Minnie Meiggs
John C. Meiggs
Henry Meiggs
James KR. D. Macgregor
Edward B. Clapp
Illinois College
Yale
Clapp
Hamilton Aide
Henry M. Stanley
America
Aide
Miss Davis
Mr. Wilkinson
Lyne
Anacreon
Hiram
Temple
Jerusalem
England
John Morley
Morley
Davos Platz
Algiers
Colorado
Leaves on the Common Prompt Civic Debate In Boston
A Burlington style column from Boston laments leaf disposal on the Common, noting winds scatter heaps yet keep sweepers busy. It praises leaf litter for comfort and color, mentions uses by the poor, and cites St Gaudens art and theater notes at the Museum.
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Middlesex Falls
Chicago officers clash over religion ends in fatal shooting
Officers Junge and Madden from Chicago argued over religion yesterday. Junge struck Madden with his club, and Madden fired, killing Junge. The incident leaves Madden wounded and under investigation by authorities.
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Junge
Madden
Chicago
Reciprocity debate at Boston Boot Club on Continental trade
The Boston Boot and Shoe Club held its 1890 91 season meeting at Youngs to discuss Reciprocity or Increased Commercial Relations With the Several Governments of this Continent. Speakers included Senator Hale and ex minister George B Loring as well as Collector Beard outlining how tariffs and steamship lines could boost trade with Brazil and other South American nations.
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Boston Boot & Shoe Club
Young
Emery
Eugene Tale
Maine
George B. Loring
Portugal
Beard
Charles Hayden
New England
Boston
England
Hale
United States
Central
South America
Lynn
Haverhill
Brockton
Mexico
India
Brazil
Argentine Republic
Peru
Chile
Cuba
Porto Rico
Mr. Blaine
Aldrich
Senate
House of Representatives
Loring
America
London
Ed FE
W. K. Rice
Europe
Unitarian Ministers Convene in Salem on Mind Evolution
At the East Church the Unitarian Ministers Institute recorded memorials to the late Samuel S Miller justice of the US Supreme Court and other clergymen. G Stanley Hall spoke on physiology and psychology, FE D Cope discussed evolution and mind, noting Darwin and natural selection as the basis of changes in organic life. S R Calthrop later spoke on Jesus and the Primitive Gospel.
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Spicran
Unitarian Ministers’ Institute
East Church
Brooke Sterford
Boston
Justice Miller
Ministers’ Institute
Samuel Ll’. Miller
United States Supreme Bench
Hedge
Cambridge
W. B. Tilden
G. Stanley Hall
Clark University
FE. D. Cope
Philadelphia
Darwin
S. R. Calthrop
Syracuse
Jesus
New Tariff Quarrel Echoed In Satirical Notes
A collection of satirical snippets on tariffs and politics notes Americans’ duty increases as bread and butter issues dominate. It cites New Haven Register and New York Herald items, including the Star-Spangled Banner history and remarks on John Morley, with vivid quips about tariffs, luxuries, and a consumptive butcher as a moral analogy.
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New Haven Register
Thomas Moore
Current Comment Reed Versus Blaine A Fiery Span
The piece declares an irrepressible conflict between Blaine and Reed, praising Blaine as intellectually formidable and Reed as a blunt, physically imposing opponent. It notes Reed lags in swordplay against Blaine’s political finesse and mocks Reed’s brudged approach, citing the Philadelphia Telegraph.
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Blaine
Reed
Mr. Reed
Damascus
Maine
Philadelphia Telegraph
The Free List and Its Effects on Hair and Tobacco
The new law removes the 20 percent duty on raw human hair not drawn enabling scalpers to be discouraged. It also adds tobacco stems to the free list intended to ease costs for the poor amid rising cigar prices. The note cites a local Buff ato Courier view on Mr McKinley favoring the impecunious with cheap smoking materials.
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McKinley
Gould
Buffato Courier
A Noble Charity in Boston's Country Week Tradition
A Boston editor responds to the New York Tribune Fresh Air Fund by detailing the city's early charity, the Country Week, organized in 1875 by the Boston Young Men's Christian Union. The program offers country vacations for poor children and some mothers, growing to 3258 recipients in its sixteenth season.
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New York ‘Tribune
Fresh Air Fund
Boston
Boston “Country Week
New York
Country Week
Boston Young Men’s Christian Union
HH. Baldwin
Dickens Bazaar and Carnival at Music Hall Nov 10 16
The Dickens bazaar and carnival by the Women's Educational and Industrial Union runs November 10 to 16 at Music Hall to raise funds. Featuring booths named after Dickens characters, attendant representations, a Friday tableaux and music carnival, and a Saturday character ball. Executive committee members listed.
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Music Hall
Women’s Educational and Industrial Union
Benjamin F. Pitman
William B. Kehew
Renton Whidden
J. H. Hecht
Clarence H. Poor
Webster Wells
A. M. Macy
Rarriet Clisby
M.D
Tolman Willey
S. E. Cotting
E. A. R. Gordon
William A. Couthony
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Boston Post
Daston Post
Candler
the Graven Image Syndicate
Providence Velogram
St. Gaudens
New Public Library
Art Museum
Modern Sculpture
Brothers St. Gaudenus
Public Library
Louis St. Gaudens
Augustus St. Gaudens
Lincoln
Farragut
Board of Aldermen
Common Council
Art Commission
Alder
Willam Warren
William H. Smith
Thomans
George Barrett
Barrow
J. A. Smith
Cc Ut
Taverner
Eugene Hale
Collector Beard
Institute
Salem
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