Impeachment? Post's Press Room Verifies High Sunday Circulation
Boston October 7 1893 investigators report The Boston Post had more than 80000 copies in circulation for the Sunday Oct 8 edition and corroborate the paper's own figures. The audit by Jameson Knowles Browning King Kakas teams confirms a Sunday average of 82207 for the first four issues and a September daily average of 60 701, with full access to accounts orders and receipts. The firms involved include Jameson & Knowles Co Browning King & Co and Edward Kakas & Sons, noted as shoe clothing and fur merchants respectively.
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Boston
Boston Post
POST
Jameson & Knowles CO
J. F. Knowles
Milton H. French
Browning, King & CO
L. Fletcher
Edward Kakas & Sons
Repeal Bill Delayed To End Of Week Action
A fragmented report notes lawmakers plan to append changes to the repeal bill before the week closes. Further details on sponsors and specific amendments remain unclear in the readable text.
Independents reject Greenhalge for governor over conscience claim
The Independent line denounces Candidate Greenhalge for voting with McKinleyism while claiming to oppose it. It argues true Independents demand acting on conscience, not political expediency, noting his district and backers condemned one-term tenure.
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Greenhalge
Congress
Mr. Greenhalge
Massachusetts
Another Letter for the Herald from New Hampshire Town
A reader letter to the Sunday Post reports the edition's rapid growth in a small New Hampshire town. The note from WYMAN & MACALISTER of Hillsborough Bridge, dated Oct. 15, asks that the Post reach thirty five copies.
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The
Sunday Post
New Hampshire
Post
Wyman & Macalister
Hillsborough Bridge
N. H
Tremont Newsdealer Questions Post Orders Reduction
J. T. Pierce of Tremont asks why his order for forty posts was cut to five last Sunday. The dealer explains the reduction resulted from higher demand that day than supply could meet.
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J. T. Pierce
Tremont
Fonder
End in sight for repeal after all parley ends
The piece argues unconditional repeal is assured and stronger than compromise, needing only a test to gain approval. It condemns the silver faction for surrendering ungraciously to inevitable outcomes, noting the dispute was fought for selfish gains and mercenary ends, with wounds healing in time.
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Gelfish
Greenhalge avoids debate with John E. Russell
The piece laments that Greenhalge will not face the Honorable John E. Russell on the same platform. It notes Democratic failures to compel a Republican candidate to debate and criticizes Greenhalge’s evasive stance and the expectations of his supporters.
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Greenhalge
John E. Russell
Brackett
Allen
Haile
Reenhalge
Mr. Russell
Panama
Pacific Mail Steamship Company
Sam Griffin
Central American
Sam
Speedy vote on repeal bill urged by lawmakers
A heated call to end delay and ceremonial courtesy seeks an immediate vote on the repeal bill. Advocates blame past obstruction and demand brisk action to restore prosperity, insisting former forms be treated with scant reverence as Cleveland’s signature is cited.
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Howe
Geover Cleveland
Cleveland Stand Keeps Unconditional Repeal Hope Alive
The piece lauds President Grover Cleveland for unwavering support of unconditional repeal amid silver inflation debates. It credits his firm stance with sustaining reform, preventing compromise, and guiding the country toward deliverance, asserting no silver purchase bill would have passed with him in office in 1890.
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Grover Cleveland
Cleveland
Congress
Senate must enact rules to ensure majority rule
The text argues that no new rules are needed for unconditional repeal and urges immediate Senate rule changes to let the majority govern. It declares it unacceptable for a minority to block legislation or for the government to be seen as unable to govern. It stresses majority rule as foundational and demands abolition of obstructive rules.
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Senate
United States
Boston Voter Registration Surges Before November Election
Boston faces a remarkable voter registration surge with the State election approaching. The process closed last evening and the noted rise is driven by easier suffrage and strong enthusiasm, especially among Democrats led by John E. Russell, while Republicans show less excitement for Greenhalge. Each registered voter must cast a ballot.
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Boston
Greenhalge
John E. Russell
Revival of Unconditional Repeal Promises Market Revival
The article notes stock market gains on news of failing compromise and continued rise on near unconditional repeal. It argues two months wasted and urges prompt Senate action to unleash a real revival in business once repeal occurs.
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Senate
Revised cry of the brakemen on the Great Western Death Valley railroad
The observant citizen notes a revised brakemen’s chant near the Great Western Death Valley railroad with a jesting call about accident tickets at Squeedunk. William H. Luce, collector of customs for Waldoboro district, visits John F. Gallagher and Mrs. Gallagher in Newton and accompanies Collector Beard on a harbor trip.
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Great Western Death Valley Railroad
William H. Luce
Waldoboro
John F. Gallagher
Newton
Luce
Beard
Surprise gift to Chief Webber’s son on Bond street
Last evening at 14 Bond street, about thirty couples gathered to honor Joseph Webber, son of Fire Chief Webber, with a handsome engraved watch presented by George Daniels and Aldert S. Dees. A musical program followed a light collation, and guests praised the surprise event.
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Joseph Webber
Chief Webber
Fire Department
Bond Street
George Daniels
Mr. Webber
Albert S. Dees
Lynn praises the Post as a quality news paper
Clarence A Lyon of Lynn Massachusetts writes to the Post praising its quality and popularity. He notes Lasters Union Hall workers and local stores show strong readership and predicts a fine future for the newspaper.
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Post
Union Hall
Clarence A. Lyon
Lynn
Mass
Comedy Club Minstrels Benefit Charity Club Hospital
Boston society eyes turn to Music Hall on November 15 as the Comedy Club minstrel show, organized by the Charity Club, promises star staging under J Willard Hayden Jr and George H Hayes with Walter Dugan directing and J J Coleman guiding dances. Ticket sales begin today at theatre agencies and Music Hall.
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Charity Club
Charity Club Hospital
Music Hall
Boston
Vicinity
J. Willard Hayden, Jr
George H. Hayes
Statson
Boston Post train service ends after ruling on Sunday papers
In Portsmouth the Boston Post and other Sunday papers are now carried together on one train after Massachusetts railroad commissioners upheld the Post’s complaint of unfair discrimination in favor of the Globe and Herald. They urged consolidating Sunday services to reduce duplicative runs, citing public convenience.
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Portsmouth Times
Boston
Boston Post
Portsmouth
Railroad Commissioners of Massachusetts
Post
Globe and Herald
The
Massachusetts
Oligarchic Spectacle Alleged by Boston Journal
The Boston Home Journal condemns two men convicted of law breaking who act as guardians of the peace, arguing their conduct presents a spectacle more fitting for an oligarchy than a republic and challenges the city’s democratic values.
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Boston Home Journal
Boston
Letters From Readers On Post Circulation Growth
A concise reader observation compares the Post and Sunday Post circulation with other Boston morning papers. The writer notes numbers of posts and rivals observed among friends neighbors streetcar riders steamcar passengers and at business places, urging frank, non exaggerated reports to the newspaper’s Comparison Editor.
Lucy Stone Leadership in Reform Gatherings Highlighted
A Cleveland writer recalls Lucy Stone speaking at a 1850s reform convention at the Melodeon and Brainard's Hall on Superior Street. The scene shows early anti slavery reformers split and debating, with Stone's clear voice and persuasive appeals earning quick attention and broad leadership respect.
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Lucy Stone
Cleveland
Tate
Melodeon
Brainard’s Hall
Superior Street
Bank and
Seneca
Fiftyeth performance of Prince Pro Tem at Museum
Murphy Daly wedding as Boston fire commissioner John R Murphy ties with Mary Daly at St Josephs Roxbury. Fr Sag Smyth performs with family guests including O Reilly and Daly relatives. Guests later at 47 Townsend Street for dinner. couple to be at home Feb 1 in Charlestown.
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Roxbury
Mary
John C. Daly
Boston
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Hugh P. Smyth
Marguerite Daly
James S. Murphy
Townsend Street
John Boyle O'Reilly
Mollie
Bessie
Agnes
Blanche O'Reilly
John B. Fallon
Peter Daly
Timothy Daly
Ellen McCarthy
John McCarthy
Isaac Harris
Father Smyth
R. A. Barnet
Museum
Glee and Banjo Club
Institute of Technology
Florrie West
Save That Cavalry Horse Is a Soldier’s Plea for Care
A Civil War veteran and regular Post reader urges the newspaper to help retire the old war horse from a Boston Lowell depot hack. He offers to contribute to buying the animal, proposing retirement on a farm or at the Soldiers Home with good care, food, and grooming, funded by soldiers. He asks the Post to bring the matter to readers.
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Post
Boston & Lowell
Patrolmen On Duty Controversy Sparks Peninsula Belligerence
In South Boston the local tone weighs in on policing and convict guards, with remarks that disturb public order. The Peninsula reacts with a harsh farewell, signaling a contentious stance on crime policy and municipal authority.
Dickerman and Packard Wed at Allston Residence
In Allston on October 23 at the bride’s parents’ home, Herbert R Dickerman and Miss C M Packard were joined in marriage by Rev C B Turner. The ceremony bonded the Milton couple in a family setting with attendance of close relatives.
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Dickerman-Packard
Allston
C. B. Turner
Herbert R, Dickyman
C. M. Packard
Milton
Singers and curiosities light up Boston theatre notice
A Michigan woman with a horse like mane is billed as a singular freak of nature in a lively venue. The lecture hall hosts various curiosities beside a strong stage show headed by Tompkins in The Black Crook. Carmencita, Prince Pro Tem, London Belles and Little Bertoto are highlighted as drawing cards with repeat theatergoers.
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Fall River
New London
New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad
Mr. Thompkins
Michigan
London
Palace Theatre
Bertoto
Boston Theatre
Eugene Tompkins
LES Freres Tacchi
Heras Family
Fielding, Odell & Page
Splendid Company
Grand Ballet
Campaign rally urges Russell to back Cleveland safety
A Democratic rally proclaims the keynote, urging voters to support Russell and defend Cleveland as the bulwark of national safety against what are described as silver madmen. The message frames the choice as true and winning for the party.
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Russell
Cleveland
A Proof in Ten Seconds Photographic Paper
W M Phillips of this city unveiled a new process paper for instant photographic impressions at his 67 North Market Street studio. The paper accepts a print under any light and develops in seconds, rivaling bromide paper while avoiding exposure of its secret composition. Phillips has worked eight years and may not seek a patent.
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W. M. Phillips
Phillips
North Market Street
Harri son and Cleve land in chair amid support call
The piece argues Harri son would shake the country, while Cleve land keeps the country safe in the chair. It urges readers to back Russell with strong support to boost confidence and stability.
Police Promotions Questioned Over Attacks on Veteran Family
A Boston Home Journal note questions why the Police Commission has not promoted Lowery and Innes of South Boston despite their alleged conduct in attacking an elderly Union veteran and his daughter. The item labels the incident as cowardly and calls for action against the two officers.
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South Boston Review
Innes and Lowery
South Boston
Peninsula
Boston Home Journal
Police Commission
Lowery and Innes
South
Boston
Russell Urges Unified Vote Amid Cleveland Backing
In a broad appeal lawmakers and voters are urged to back Russell to unite Republicans Independents and Democrats against Cleveland. The call emphasizes broad support across parties as the path to stable leadership.
French influence drives current fashion and furniture trends
The article notes a fashion trend favoring English born menswear and French inspired women’s styles. It highlights a craze for French furniture, with Paine's Furniture Company advertising the Petite Borne as an example of this vogue. The piece resembles a promotional snippet from a local paper.
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England
France
Paine
Cleve land Becomes bulwark Against Silver Craze
All the world now knows that Cleveland is the bulwark against the silver craze. Massachusetts should support him by electing Russell.
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Cleveland
Massachusetts
Russell
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