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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1896
Page
6
The Post invites readers to discuss the gold and silver question seen as a leading issue in the coming presidential campaign. Gold bug, silver bug, and free coinage advocates may present views as long as they observe parliamentary rules and avoid personal attacks.
N E Mathewson argues against trusts and defends a high tariff as a tool to curb them. He cites Hanna McKinley remarks via the New York World and urges readers to study Morrill tariff debates in Congress. He extols American opportunity, warns of wage stagnation, and calls for reducing monopolies to restore work.
In Brookfield Missouri a reader cites the Union's prophecy of a coming crisis and the rise of corruption following war. The piece contrasts Abraham Lincoln’s warning with Chauncey Depew’s claim that fifty men in New York could shut down the nation’s rails and factories by controlling money.
A stamp collector from Somerville argues that on a silver standard the dollar buys more in Mexico than in the United States. He cites Mexican stamps priced at or above face value and U S stamps valued higher relative to Mexican money. He notes that American stamps cost half in some Mexican listings and urges verification of silver price quotes.
G W Anderson protests a 1896 ruling on caucus and state convention authority. He argues certificates of election alone cannot define delegates, cites legislative assembly standards, and warns that state committees may not override voters rights or permit fraudulent ticketing. Written from Boston October 20 1896.
G W Anderson files a protest with the ballot law commissioners over placing Faneuil Hall convention nominees on the official ballot. He cites mismanagement of ticketing and credentialing at Music Hall and Hamilton Place, arguing the Faneuil Hall gathering lacked proper certification and representation.
New York Oct 20 The Court of Appeals reversed McLaughlin's conviction from the Lexow probe raising expectations he will demand reinstatement and back pay. Commissioner Andrews says reinstatement seems likely though the reversal rests on technical grounds and a revival may follow.
The Leyland line steamer Cestrian departs East Boston with Dr. W L Jackson and family, Mrs F M Elliot and two children, Mrs J Nicholls and her daughters, Mrs C S Halladay and daughters, Mrs J Reed and Miss Kershaw, among others. The White Star steamer Majestic sails to Liverpool from New York with passengers including William D Mandell and wife, Charles J Morse, Miss Alice Russell, William B Rogers, Lord and Lady Playfair, and several other listed travelers.
The finance sub-committee has approved a loan bill for 535000, the city full borrowing capacity, including all Monday orders from the Board of Aldermen. It also requests 100000 for North End Park, substantial street improvements, and 14000 to pay court executions, aiming to satisfy the full committee and City Council.
The Police Relief Association plans an anniversary ball this year in Mechanics Hall with oversight by nondepartment individuals. Commissioners likely raise no objections if conducted under stated rules. No liquor will be allowed and intoxicated attendees will be removed. officers will not pressure ticket sales.
Advert promotes Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as a remedy for asthma claiming swift relief and cure through their formula. It emphasizes the product's fame and effectiveness without medical endorsement.
The market shows broad strength with heavy gold imports and Western rail traffic boosting prices. Chicago Gas leads a rally amid rail rate hopes. Chicago, Burlington & Quincy rises to 73 with calls at 75. Bay State fluctuates on a receiver appointment for Braman Buchanan, while Miners like Calumet & Hecla and Boston & Montana rise. Foreclosures and corporate reorganizations stir further activity as Davis estate faces terms.
The report lists the day’s highest and lowest prices, closing figures, and the bid and asked prices for trades on the Boston Stock Exchange. Local market details highlight daily performance and price ranges for investors.
Deputy Superintendent McClellan crews repair planking on the city side slips after heavy seas damaged them. Three boats operate, with only the adjacent slip in use, while East Boston slips remain busy. Vessels reported include the Charles A. Silliman and the Cunard steamer Carinthia delayed by freight carloads and cattle. Multiple ships report damage and cargo losses from recent storms.
The Rev Albert E George writes to the Century objecting to the story A Little Fool in the current issue. He says passages about South Boston unfairly insult the Peninsula and asks the magazine to reconsider and exonerate the community. He urges the editor to maintain the periodical's prestige and discourage careless journalism. He signs from 630 Broadway South Boston Mass.
A creditors meeting in Lynn reviewed the firm Haskell Rich & Co. assets totaling 3276.80 with 473.20 in labor and stock claims and 601.48 other liabilities. Assignee Hickford offered 50 percent in thirty days, refused, committee named: E A Bunting W T Milton Boston and J H Young Lynn.
Hagop Bogigian of this city telegrams Washington seeking the amount of bonds needed to land Armenians arrived in New York Monday. He offers to furnish all that may be reasonably wished to facilitate the landing.
Henry W. Bishop announces sale under a 1890 mortgage decree in U S Circuit Court Northern District of Illinois Chicago and Northern Pacific Railroad properties including extensive Chicago blocks railway lines and related lands to satisfy a $7.5 million minimum bid. The sale covers all mortgaged properties and railroad assets described in the decree with possession to the purchaser after payment and court confirmation.
Court details a mortgage foreclosure sale for the north half of block 87 in the School Section addition Chicago. Bids require deposits of 50 000 or 100 000 in cash or bonds, with further payments and conditions on sale, re sales, lease assumption, and releases by Farmers Loan and Trust and Chicago and Northern Pacific Rail Road Company. Judgment dated October 1 1806 in Chicago with traders Turner McClure Rolston Runnells Barry representing complainant.
Boston invites proposals for sewer and connections on Columbus avenue Section 8 Ward 22. Bids due by 12 m October 19 1896 at City Hall Room 47. Quantities include brick sewers pipe drains and manholes with rock masonry basins and other items. Bid surety $1000 and contract bond required. Superintendent of Streets reserves right to reject any bids.
Notice is given that James F. Hickey of 207 Hillside Street Boston is executor of the will of Partholomew Hickey late of Boston Suffolk deceased testate and has given bond. All creditors must exhibit claims and debtors pay to the executor at Boston. October 15 1806.
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