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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1896
Page
6
The Post opens columns to readers to discuss the gold and silver question, now the leading issue in the coming presidential campaign. The gold bug, silver bug and straddle bug are invited to present views while observing parliamentary rules and avoiding personal abuse.
C F Libby critiques a letter by Galcutta doubting charges against Mark Hanna. He cites New York unions sending inquiries to Cleveland and a World excerpt confirming claims of Hanna opposing labor organizations, calling him an uncompromising of labor. Libby references Davenport's cartoon and notes the date October 20, 1896.
A reader in Everett argues about dollar values and currency exchange in a letter to the Post. The writer questions how a 60-cent dollar would be obtainable as easily as the 10-cent gold dollar and notes issues with silver dollars and cross-border acceptance, urging an explanation from "P. E."
The piece argues for free coinage of silver, attacking Mark Hanna and opponents who fear “cheap money.” It contends the U S could absorb silver income, rebuts 63 cent dollar claims, cites Laveleye on silver demonetization harming debtors, and invokes Hamilton as a Federalist authority in the silver debate.
William J. Murphy argues against exclusive reliance on any metal as money and cites Walker on debt and silver coinage. He critiques Republican free coinage tactic, warns of plutocratic forces, and envisions a modern Sir Galahad confronting wealth to defend the people's inheritance. Marlboro, Oct. 17.
Testimony from Oak Grove Creamery manager and cadets detailed butter quality and meals. Cadet Emery Rice and others described punishments, sick bay visits, and possible intoxication, while Dr Olcutt and Dr McCollum discussed cadet Clare's death from diphtheria and care aboard the ship. Hearing resumes Friday morning.
Greenfield salutes John E Russell for securing a pioneering rural postal route funded with 50 000 dollars. Congress backs experimental service selecting Franklin County Massachusetts and Cumberland County Maine for two counties. A twelve mile route will operate daily beginning November 1 and run until July with two additional routes to follow.
The full bench of the Supreme Court yesterday reversed in three actions and ordered a new trial for Alfred T. Harriott against Morrill and Plimpton on conspiracy and slander suits. It held that the negligence claim against Dr. Plimpton must go to a jury. The suits stemmed from accusations affecting Harriott's engagement to Miss Frances Morrill. The jury had found the statements untrue but not malicious.
Montpelier Vermont October 21 The Legislature in joint convention today re elected Senator Morrill to continue his role in the United States Senate.
European deficiencies, Argentina and India partial failures shrink world wheat supply. US faces demand to cover gaps as prices rise from 66.15 cents in September to about 82–83 cents. Estimated US crop at 415 million bushels with 120 million surplus ready for export, boosting gold reserves and values.
In Wilmington before Judge Wales James C. Carter and H H Ward moved to vacation the rule appointing J Augustus McCaulley and Dwight Braman as receivers for the Bay State Gas Company Roger Foster opposed arguing for contempt findings against Addicks and his staff The judge allowed affidavits to be admitted tomorrow Foster urged jail for Addicks if possible and Addicks insisted he would stay Put forward arguments on solvency and legitimacy of Buchanan the alleged creditor
The tug Leader towed in the four-masted schooner Edward E. Barry with 270 tons of coal from Baltimore on its first such cargo. Bowden repairs at Atlantic Works and crew changes, Bernard sails after repairs. Diver at wreck and salvage plans for Modesty. Dessie M. grounded with corn cargo valued at 2300 dollars. Dallas awaiting repairs after a broken marine railroad chain. Gold consignment totaling 220,000 dollars bound for Kidder Peabody & Co.. heavier transit ongoing.
The freighter Sylvania was due to depart Liverpool yesterday bound for this port as listed in shipping briefs. The Landsman notes the voyage and schedules affecting harbor traffic.
A meeting of sailmakers at 152 Commercial street declared the strike off after reaching a compromise. Clerks at 45 Eliot street discussed biennials and denounced amendments as a menace to the people. A free employment bureau and headquarters were discussed and referred to a special committee. The group voted to attend the mass meeting in Faneuil Hall tomorrow night in favor of annual elections.
Patchen, racing at Riverside Trotting Park, did not start against his record but completed an exhibition mile in 2:11 lowering the track record by three seconds. Weather threats and a crowd of about one thousand attended. Tomorrow he may race again to attempt to beat the mark. Dustmont and Wilkes Pointer battled neck and neck in the unfinished 2:25 class.
Mr and Mrs Joshua Taylor of 59 Walnut Street Chelsea celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary in Carleton Hall Chelsea About seventy five guests attended Rev R Perry Bush of the Church of the Redeemer Chelsea spoke a few remarks piano solos were sung by Miss Bessie Buzzell Everett and Miss Rose Wiggin Portland Me Mrs H F Woodside East Boston sang a song and Mrs F O Sargent read a poem Mr Charles Taylor Bath Me spoke a few remarks
James V. Dwyer and Elizabeth A. Collins, both of Chelsea, wed last evening at St. Rose Catholic Church with John Dwyer as best man and Margaret Collins as bridesmaid. About seventy guests attended a reception at the bride’s parents home on Highland Street. The couple plans to reside in Chelsea.
Delta Upsilon Fraternity members gathered at the Quincy House for the 62nd convention. Representatives from thirty two colleges attended with Tufts College hosting a reception. The convention runs from this morning and ends Friday with a Tremont Theatre event and a farewell banquet at Nottingham.
United States Minister to Turkey A. W. Terrell told an Associated Press representative that relations with Turkey are cordial. No American citizens were harmed in the recent Constantinople massacre, and the U S is unlikely to intervene in Turkey's domestic affairs.
The English High School Debating Society renamed itself the English High Congress in yesterday's meeting. New officers named are J. H. Porter president W. S. Heilborn secretary and J. H. Brown treasurer.
The Democratic committee of Ward 17 in Riddle Hall unanimously endorsed Daniel C. Casey as candidate for the Board of Aldermen from Ward 17.
In Topeka on October 21 the Kansas Supreme Court ruled that Watson's name must be inserted on the official ballot. The decision affects the forthcoming election and sets a clear precedent for ballot designation.
A rally supporting the Palmer Buckner Prince tickets is set for Friday evening October 30 at the Dudley Street Opera House. Speakers include Hon. Charles Hamlin former Treasury official ex Senator John F Cronan and Aaron Wolfsohn of Dorchester with Leon Egges presiding.
In New York on Oct 21 a new leather trade combine forms to control glazed kid manufacture. Several leaders visited the city and conferred with shoe industry leaders as the patented process will be used to force the market through the combine.
The House of Bishops of the Protestant Episcopal Church elected Rev. John D. Morrison D D LL D archdeacon of Ogdensburg as bishop of the missionary district of Duluth in New York on October 21.
John W. Wait and J. B. McGuire resigned as water inspectors. Michael Edwards succeeds Wait as the new inspector in the water department.
The market opened strong on sterling rates with wheat profit taking and selective strength in railroads. Copper in London rose. Gold Coin Mines reports severance of profit with a 10 cent dividend. City seeks bids for rapid transit bonds. Legal disputes over Davis estate foreclosure face a decision. Butte and Boston reorganizers face a softer swap. Reuters-style chatter surrounds Bay State Gas receivership and Addicks court challenges.
The clipping notes closing bid and asked prices for Cripple Creek Le Colorado. Details are sparse with fragmented figures and no full commodities data available.
Edward Hayes, Sons and Co a note broker firm based in the No 511 Exchange Building Boston is noted. The entry identifies the firm and its address in a concise directory style notice.
The first cargo of sugar from Honolulu totaling 48 515 bags was consigned to the American Sugar Refining Company. It arrived aboard the Joseph B Thomas, Captain William J Lermond, and was anchored off South Boston. The shipment, viewed as experimental, stems from General Weyler's export ban on Cuban sugar. The long voyage increases costs and few cargoes are expected.
The Boston firm on Washington and Hanover streets presents a vast, low price clothing emporium with twelve display windows and extensive stock. Originating twenty-two years ago at the same site, S. Vorenberg & Co. manufactures their own goods and upholds fair dealings, quality, and courtesy to all patrons. They offer men and boys apparel, children's clothing, hats, caps, and furnishing items near Union depot and business districts.
In Gray's Hall South Boston tonight J B Youngman of Harvard University will argue the gold side against Reuben Rush on the silver side The event is hosted by the Washington Village Gold Club with Charles H Slattery presiding.
Listing of arrivals and sailings from various steamers and schooners with origins and destinations. Notable vessels include Columbian Queen and City of Gloucester among many, with collision notices and towage actions. reports include timings and ports on October dates.
In Middletown Edward Rogers a homeless woodchopper was found guilty of murder in the second degree and sentenced to life imprisonment. An appeal will be taken.
John F. Dwight principal of the Thomas N. Hart School Boston was thrown from his carriage while driving in Weymouth yesterday and sustained a severe shaking up with no homes harmed.
Friends of Miss Delia Manan surprised her at 623 Massachusetts Avenue last evening with a marble clock presentation followed by hours of feasting music dancing sleight of hand performances and other entertainments.
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