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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1891

Page

3

Allen at Worcester Calls Out Wealthier Class Enemies

Colonel Allen speaks at Mechanics Hall Worcester urging support for protection tariff, arguing Democrats misrepresent tariffs, citing Lawrence speech by Governor Russell and Mills. He portrays Republicans as defending plain people, public schools, and honest money, urging Massachusetts to unite for victory in 1892.

Colonel Allen Mechanics’ Hall Washburn Hall Allen Democratic Party Massachusetts Republican Party Atkinson Europe Abraham Lincoln America Boston Ben Lawrence Russell Commonwealth Roger Q. Mills National Democratic Party Wisconsin Mills Mansfield, O James G. Blaine Canada Harrison Albany Ohio John Sherman Worcester Old Commonwealth Worcester Onty Worcester County Abou Ben Aden Cape Berkshire Union

Democrats Rally in Spencer for General Corcoran

In Spencer on October 27 the Democratic turnout surpassed recent rallies as General Corcoran, the evening’s main speaker, drew loud applause. Attendees also cheered Governor Russell and criticized Republican criticism of his administration.

Spencer Corcoran Russel Russell

National Lancers Visit Washington for Boston Unit Reception

The National Lancers, Boston, arrived in Washington for a short visit hosted by the National Rifles. They were greeted at arrival, escorted to the National Hotel, with a reception by President Harrison scheduled and a banquet the same evening. The Lancers plan to return to Boston on Thursday.

Washincton National Lancers Crack Military Company of Boston Washington Lancers National Rifles National Hotel Harrison

Experts appointed to examine Philadelphia banks

Acting Secretary Spaulding appoints J. P. Brown, Charles Shebel, W. J. Thompson, and W. P. Moxey as experts to inspect the Keystone and Spring Garden National banks of Philadelphia. They will be paid by Philadelphia’s committee of fifty and work under A. R. Brecht, chief expert of the Treasury Secret Service.

Washrneton Spaulding J. P. Brown Charles Shebel W. J. Thompson W. P. Moxey Keystone Spring Garden National Philadelphia A. R. Brecht Secret Service Division Treasury Department

Regatta Race Postponed by Lynn Yacht Club

The Regatta Committee of the Lynn Yacht Club, in charge of the expert cup races, has postponed the sail-off race for that cup until next season.

Lynn Lynn Yacht Club

Free university plan prompts school board debate in Boston

Caroline Hastings and other School Committee members discuss the proposed free university and scholarships. Gallagher notes legal hurdles and multi million costs while Murphy urges funding existing schools and manual training. Hastings doubts readiness and sees the move as political.

Free University Free Scholarships Post Charles T. Gallagher Friends of the Mr. Gallagher James S. Murphy Boston Caroline E. Hastings Alderman Keenan

US notes buy thirteen Mexican dollars in Mexico

Commissioner Raum received a letter from Minister Ryan in Mexico City stating that US national bank and legal tender notes bear a 30 percent premium there. A ten dollar note would exchange for thirteen Mexican dollars, highlighting currency value differences between nations.

Washington Raum The Pension Bureau Ryan Mexico National Bank United States

Lossed Schooner Frank McDonnell Sighted Off Vineyard

The schooner Frank McDonnell, sailing from Philadelphia on September 29 to Lynn, reported lost, was sighted October 17 passing Handkerchief Shoal near Vineyard bound by the schooner Bessie C. Beach which arrived at Winthrop on Sunday. The MacDonnell showed a missing foremast and a bent jib set as foresail.

Frank McDonnell Philadelphia Lynn Handkerchief Shoal Vineyard Bessie C. Beach Winthrop MacDonnell

Dexter the king of the turf in 2 40 mile pace

A sample tariff picture from the Chicago Globe notes that around 1866 the horse Dexter achieved a mile trot in 2 minutes 40 seconds, marking a remarkable turf milestone. The item places Dexter as a leading figure in racing history of that era.

Chicago Globe Dexter

Sunol Tracks Fast Mile Run in 2 08 1 4 on Tariff Era Note

In 1891 amid the McKinley tariff era with rising monopolies and falling wages, Sunol ran a mile in 2 08 1 4, illustrating the period's sports pace and economic backdrop.

Sunol

Tariff Debate Highlights Economic Clash Over War Measures

A concise statement frames tariffs as a tool to outpace wartime duties, prompting readers to consider which policy best boosts growth and national strength. The remark signals ongoing scrutiny of tariff policy and its impact on the public economy.

Somerville Opens New Gymnasium On Buck And Orchard

The new Somerville gymnasium on Buck and Orchard streets opened to the public last evening. It is a modern building with up to date equipment. Ladies use Monday and Thursday afternoons and evenings with Miss M E Clark and Mrs G K Creighton as instructors. Gentlemen use Wednesday and Friday evenings with Joan Bowler from Harvard College's Hemenway Gymnasium as instructor.

Buck and Orchard Streets Somerville M. E. Clark G. K. Creighton Joan Bowler Hemenway Gymnasium Harvard College

Clan Mackenzie No 1 to stage Hallowe'en concert and ball

The Clan Mackenzie No 1 of the American Order of Scottish Clans will hold a Hallowe'en concert and ball Thursday evening in the Odd Fellows Hall Berkeley and Tremont streets. The programme features Scotch songs readings and dances. The event opens at 7 45 pm with a ball to follow. Dunbar's Orchestra and Clan Piper T T Murray will provide music.

Clan Mackenzie No. 1 Order of Scottish Clans Odd Fellows’ Hall Berkeley Tremont Streets Dunbar T. T. Murray

Will dine tonight Chickasawbut Club at Thorndike

The Chickasawbut Club will meet at the Thorndike today. From 5 to 6 o'clock a reception will be tendered to Hon. John D. Long and Messrs. David Hall Rica Frederic W. Bliss and Louis M. Clark Colonel E. V. Mitchell and Hon. William H. West. Dinner at 6 followed by a discussion of the state's political situation.

Thorndike John D. Long David Hall Rica Frederic W. Bliss Louis M. Clark E. V. Mitchell William H. West

Perils of the Sea: Unknown Four Master Sinks Near Matinicus

Captain Chute of the schooner Seraphine reports a mysterious four masted schooner sank 35 miles south of Matinicus. The Seraphine sighted signals of distress late afternoon. the unknown vessel lurched and disappeared bow first with all aboard. Seraphine arrived in Boston with the news.

Chute Boston Bear River Matinicus Che

Bark Lefurgey Aground Off Cape Cod In Dismast

The bark Charles E Lefurgey of Charlottetown P E bound from Philadelphia to Partridge Island dismasted off Cape Cod and taken in tow by the tug Wm Slater and put into Provincetown harbor. A steamer Carroll later rescued six from the sinking schooner L B Hatch near Seal Island after a gale.

Charles E. Lefurgey Charlottetown P.le Philadelphia Partridge Island N.B Cape Cod Ethelwold Jamaica Lefurgey South Shoal Reed Boston Highland Light Wm. 5 Slater Provincetown Harbor

Open letter questions to Massachusetts senators on tariffs

A group of young men publish ten pointed questions to the Massachusetts senators, listing figures such as George F Hoar William Dawes Charles Allen and others. They demand clear positions on tariff policy free exchange taxes government revenue and the McKinley act, urging a public reply or face opposing guidance.

Massachusetts George F. Hoar H. L. Dawes Charles H. Allen John W. Candler S.D.N. North Wiliam Whitman Clarke Home Market Club Joseph H. Walker Coggawell James A Ter’ Con Canada Australia Wales United States Supreme Court Louisiana South Boston Bristol County Pennsylvania

Marine notes report two ships ashore near Georges Island and Plum Beach

The schooner Ira Bliss bound for Boston went ashore at Georges Island yesterday but was later floated. The schooner Harold C Beecher from Brunswick GA remains ashore on Plum Beach, stuck on a sandy bottom and twice her length from shore, a sturdy vessel likely to float if easterly winds don’t hinder salvage. Cargo bound for Rhode Island Lumber Co is valued at 600 dollars. Queenstown reports the steamer Teutonic arriving from New York to Liverpool in five days one hour twenty three minutes, beating the eastern passage record by nineteen minutes.

Ira Bliss Rondont Boston Georges Island Harold C Beecher Brunswick Plum Beach Rhode Island Lumber Company Queenstown Teutonic New York Liverpool

Shipping Movements Report from Various Ports

Maritime notices record ships and barks sailing or arriving from ports including Barbados Calcutta Cardiff Havre Havana Kingstown Matanza Rosario St John Vancouver and more with dates October 15 16 19 22 23 24 26 and 27. Vessels named include Ladahk Servia Herbert Fuller Rebecca J Moulton Privateer Pocahontas and Hecla among others with destinations New York Boston Philadelphia Montevideo and Shanghai routes.

Barbados N B Morris Rio Janeiro Calcutta Ladahk New York Cardiff Herbert Fuller Nash Havre Servia Otis Hiogo Senator Paramite Norton Puget Sound Santa Clara Guy Mannering Havana Carme E Long Stowers Kingstown Ire Alameda Chapman Dublin Philadelphia Matanzas Rebecca J Moulton John J Marsh Baltimore Pernamunco Privateer Murphy Boston Palermo Pocahontas Rosario Rachel Emery Wyman Buenos Ayres C S_ Bushnell Jones Montevideo Annie Lewis Late Lewis White Cloud Leach Zulu ST John Lolanthe Card Port Spain Vancouver Hecla Cotton Shanghai

Multiple Vessels Sail From East and Gulf Ports in Late October

Shipping notices list numerous schooners brigs and steamers sailing from Baltimore Brunswick Bath New York Philadelphia and other ports. Entries note vessels such as Essex Peter H Crowell Willie H Higgins Amster dam and Jennie Sweeny with destinations including Boston Philadelphia and New York and cargoes or crews mentioned like R D Bibber Mary Sanford Eva May and Nina Wilson across dates Oct 24 27.

Baltimore Essex Boston Gem St Pierre Mart Port Royal Morris W Child Beck Philadelphia Santuit Luther Salem Irene E Messervey Ortsmouth Henry Clark’s Island Fanny & Fay Quincy Point

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