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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1896
Page
6
A letter-writer argues for silver as a boon to farmers and workers, contending that silver would help the unemployed and those with fixed incomes. He critiques gold standard detractors, cites personal hardship, and urges voters to back silver and oppose Bryan and his allies.
In a Canton Oxbury tale from Oct 14 a traveling salesman touts two carloads of frogs’ legs to a wary storekeeper. The salesman overpromises, delivers only six dozen then six legs, blaming a noisy pond. The anecdote warns against political bluster outweighing actual outcomes.
Tynan, the alleged dynamiter whose extradition to England was refused by France, has been released from prison in Boulogne sur Mer and will remain in the area for the time being.
The Globe shoe, now a union factory product, is praised for its finest material, careful stock selection, and stylish appearance. The union stamp signals top workmanship, making it a leading popular-priced option in footwear.
New England described footwear as stylish neat durable and economical with thirty styles and widths. The Globe shoe offers comfort from the start pride in appearance and lasting wear while saving money for the wearer.
In Waterbury Connecticut on October 15 Rev Frederick Buckley rector rebuked wedding guests for public exhibition during a fashionable ceremony. He ordered spectators to stay seated until the couple departed and called the event a divine ceremony. A Fitchburg excursion train departs Boston Union Station at 815 am on October 17 with a rate of 32 dollars.
In New York Dr B H Hayunga a Harlem physician accuses Mme De Long a spiritualist of stealing his estate. After a seance led to Wall Street gains a $200 check, the widow moved into his Belmar home and seized furniture paintings rugs and a grand piano, triggering ongoing lawsuits.
In Suffolk Probate Court Rosa Boni seeks legal allowance as Louis Boni's lawful wife. Since his January 1894 death, the $20,000 real estate estate has been disputed between Rosa and Mary J. Boni. The Supreme Court ruled Rosa was his lawful wife but Mary was the wife intended by the designation "my wife" in the will.
In White Plains on Oct 15 the divorce case of Mrs Ella Prisk versus Joseph Prisk was resumed. The couple traveled from Cohoes to New York then Third Avenue, and back to Waterford to visit her mother. A letter from Prisk told her not to return, trunks were sent, and charges emerged including an allegation of undue intimacy with 16-year-old Willie Bailey. Mrs Prisk testified that her husband struck the boy and drew blood, while she blocked him to protect the youth. She alleged a conspiracy to remove her from the home.
George H. Van Vieck, connected with Standard Oil, is defendant in a divorce suit filed by his wife Maria L. Van Vleck on desertion and neglect. The couple separated shortly after the birth of their youngest son about sixteen years ago and have not lived together since. Mrs. Van Vleck has resided at the family home on Delaware Avenue in Buffalo.
Loomis, a top New England clothing maker, assigns to creditors after a failing wholesale market. The Continental Clothing House buys Loomis stock and assets, acquiring woollens and manufacturing goods for seven percent of cost and launching massive Boston retail sales drawing unprecedented crowds and extra staff.
Van Vieck stayed away from Buffalo and spent most of his time at the Buffalo Club. He and his wife Mr and Mrs Van Vieck were married thirty years ago and have six children.
In New York on October 15 Frederick Schuck and Catherine Schuck entered divorce court. Mrs Schuck accuses Frederick of conspiring to ruin her while he counters with claims naming Los Curtis as co respondent. Lawyer Mr Hummel represents the wife, detailing marriage against a wealthy father's wishes and alleged infidelity, then a counter suit followed.
In Davenport New York on October 15 R Wolsey a farmer rode with Miss Eunice Teeter when his wife and daughter overtook them in a carriage and the husband was assaulted with a whip. Authorities investigate the domestic dispute and injury to Wolsey remains unspecified.
Mrs Wolsey had followed her husband and Miss Teeter after reports of an alleged affair. The pair were seen driving together with Teeter and her 16 year old daughter in the party. After a two mile ride the husband was overtaken.
Edna Diack daughter of cloak manufacturer William Diack fled to Brooklyn with lover Charles Bessler on Friday morning and wed there. She is 19 and noted as very pretty. Diack had warned Bessler off, but the couple married after earning $8 a week selling olives to raise funds.
In San Francisco court records Harry Jerome and his wife Lillie appear in a divorce case. Jerome is a cousin of Lady Randolph Churchill and part of New York's wealthy Jerome family, with another cousin being Mrs Moreton Frewen, wife of England's famous bimetallist.
Hett? Green's son E. H. R. Green funded the launch of Gladys Wallis and Joseph Cawthorne as new stars in a professional firmament project. The venture proved unsuccessful, costing about $50,000.
At a Catholic clergy meeting in Washington on October 15, administrators of Catholic University and archbishops meeting in New Orleans will convene in Washington. Six archbishops have voting power on the university board, seven bishops also vote, and two key members, Monsignor Farley and Father Lee, are non bishops with voting status. The board totals twelve voting members, needing seven for a majority, with a rumored succession process centered on a trained teacher.
The will of the late Aaron Davis Weld French filed in Suffolk Probate directs that after the death of his brother and two sisters, the income from the residuary estate supports them for life and the remainder is divided into four shares. Two parts go to Dr. William H. Baker for the Free Hospital for Women, one part to the Boston Dispensary, and one part to John D. Williams for the Gwynne Temporary Home for Children.
Irregular trading highlights gas sector activity with Bay State Gas shares dropping after opening at 6 and closing near the day’s low. J Edward Addicks denies receivership rumors, while copper in London sinks to multi‑month lows. Notes on Montana and Colusa shaft activity and a new cotton memo book are mentioned.
Westford farmers report large apple exports to England but profits are slim. One producer cleared only 1 cent per barrel after commissions from 600 barrels, while another paid a few cents per barrel to ship.
The Hotel Savoy began operations yesterday morning under the management of F S Risteen Co. The first guest listed was Noble C Earl of New York, with guests arriving from Chicago New Jersey Philadelphia and other locales.
Today's totals show 180,500 shares traded across multiple firms. Notable entries include American Cotton Oil with 200 at 14 and 13 percent, Atchison with 5 codege 2050 13 1274, Canada Southern with 400 at Es 45.
Reports of a quick round trip between here and Yarmouth N S on the steamer Yarmouth. The new Guardian harbor boat is at Constitution wharf awaiting commissioning under Captain Bragdon. Details of wrecks include the Mabel Jordan shoal damage and the Garfield White loss near Boothbay Harbor. The Herbert Fuller mutiny case tied to Buenos Aires arrival is noted.
The mayor refutes rumors that Dr White was ousted as superintendent of the Marcella Street Home and that Mr Dwyer was appointed. He confirms no removal or resignation occurred and no official action has been taken, though he has reviewed management of public institutions.
Special Officer Michael Smith on patrol near Dare and Faulkner store hears a noise. A suspect fires twice at the officer, missing as the man flees Essex street. The officer captures a second man, George S. Preble, whose case is continued with bond set at zero, and he is jailed.
Commissioner Russell announced changes in the Hub fire department. W J Gaffney moves to captain Engine 3, R A Ritchie named captain Engine 8, Taylor transfers to Ladder 13 in command, J M Littleton moves from Ladder 8 to Engine, E H Whitney to Ladder 5 in command, G C Hanes assigned to Ladder 5.
The Harvard Gun Club held its inaugural shoot yesterday at Soldiers Field. New traps and pulls were installed this fall and performed well despite drizzling rain. Few members attended and no regular matches were contested. The next regular shoot is set for Monday afternoon.
One of the largest gambling raids in East Boston history ended with the arrest of Tony Bello and ten patrons at No Border Street. Officers Sexton Augusta Crowley seized gambling implements. the proprietor and ten men await their cases before Judge Emmons in East Boston Court.
Mary E. Christ the abductress was pronounced insane by Dr Jelly and sent to the Dorchester Insane Hospital for an indefinite period. She claimed to be from Roxbury Maine and stated her father McKenzie Huston lives there.
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