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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1892
Page
4
The notice lists WY subscription prices: one year 1.50, three months 75c, monthly 25c. weekly Friday issues one year 1.00. It requests subscribers provide current and future addresses and notes second class matter status and sender risk. Checks and money orders payable to Post Publishing Company.
A tribute praising John Hancock, signer of the Declaration and first Massachusetts governor under the Constitution, noting his stand against British trade interference and imagining how he might oppose modern political tyrannies and favor Cleveland and Stevenson today.
A political rebuttal variety piece denounces Republican funding and Carnegie driven corruption in the 1890s campaign, praising Grover Cleveland amid a rising public sent iment against McKinleyism. It cites A K McCuvakey’s judgment and calls the tide decisive ten days before the election.
Congressman Williams cites evidence that General Draper’s factory used English and possibly other foreign labor to replace striking workers at Hopedale. A superintendent was abroad during the strike and arranged for workers to come to the United States, with at least four others believed to have followed. The incident is framed as a violation of alien contract labor laws and a broader offense against American labor.
The Rev Father McKenna denounces the Rev Brothers anti-saloon letter and party church clubs. He says Democrats and Republicans among the clergy should distance religion from politics and holds HAILE responsible for a national outrage alleged to offend Massachusetts morals, urging voters to reject it at the polls.
Barret states newspapers have not yet praised the quiet efforts underway this year in support of the Republican candidate. The remark hints at behind the scenes activity aimed at boosting the party’s chances.
The Journal endorses Candidate HAILE and claims he will appoint Commissioner OstorNe, while promising not to sign a prohibitory law. Critics call this effort shameless and question how decent citizens view the campaign of quiet work and its managers in Boston.
The piece argues a coming national political clash on November 8 between the people and monopolists, predicting a larger industrial battle over trusts and combines. It warns that capital concentration harms the many and foresees a historic struggle for economic change, possibly embracing socialism if needed.
The Fall River quarterly cotton report shows about 10 percent annual dividends, slight wage gains, and plans for new mills. The piece notes tariff relief on raw materials boosts this New England industry and asks why other sectors cannot share the benefit of free raw material.
The new club celebrated its debut last evening amid many social clubs bearing the same generic title in the city. It emphasizes selectiveness over exclusiveness and aims to provide a useful meeting place for college men, fostering association rather than concerted action in a university city.
Letter from Rev P A McKenna from Maracoro on Oct 28 1892 condemns the Anti-Saloon League circular that used his name to support Haile's political ticket. He states clear opposition to the method and asserts his Democrat allegiance and reform within party lines. He describes contributing to the league but refusing endorsement of the ticket to avoid harming William Eustis Russell’s vote.
Oct. 28 Minneapolis special report notes Corporal Tanner wrote to a leading Minnesota banker, once a Republican stalwart, now a Mugwump. Democrats tout the missive as a sign Minnesota may swing, with Tanner urging help to save Minnesota for the party and align the Northwest with solid Democratic gains.
Roger Wolcott reflects on his political lapses in the House praising labor measures while criticizing Haile and McKinleyism. He laments slipping into support for capitalists, questions his past votes, and foresees a reduced future as he contemplates victory or defeat at the State House.
The Electric Wiremen's Union starts a city wide strike as about 100 workers from members of the Electrical Contractors' Association walk out. The executive board expects near total union participation and contractors lose at least 700 men’s services.
A catalog of political figures and supporters from multiple states including Victor Mraveraé of Elizabeth New Jersey R T McDonald of Fort Wayne Indiana Henry A Meyer of Brooklyn Joseph A Nunez of New York Stephen P Nasu of New York James K O Connor of Utica ThomAs M Osborne of Auburn Robert McAdam of Rome R R Oppgot of St Paul Martin G Reynolds of Brooklyn DhHartes E Ropertson of Brooklyn Joan H Seaman Henry A Steper of Utica and Francis A Walter of Boston listed as Republican figures and associates with various roles and past offices.
The Holyoke Democrat defends Governor Russell for re election noting his ideal record and condemns Haile for bad alliances. It cites Police Commissioner Osborne of Boston Wolcott as opposed to the working people and claims they have profited from Haile’s alliances for votes.
Opinion from the Lynn Press arguing the World’s Fair should be a people’s fair funded and sentiment supported. It urges fair access and stresses that those with Sunday scruples must not be forced to attend nor stop others from going.
A reader notes candy bought at 10 cents per pound in barrel lots when sugar was 74 cents per pound now cannot be bought for less than 11 cents per pound from the same maker, a 10 percent rise, while sugar costs are about 40 percent lower. The consumer’s advantage is unclear as confectionery prices remain high in retail after sugar tax changes. Alden Statt Caster Company, 144 High Street, Boston.
A Brookline resident M. W. S. Corey of 41 School Street reports using a Post Law Coupon on Tuesday and claims to be $500 ahead. He signs the letter dated October 27.
A reader from 28 Maverick Street East Boston notes morning papers sell out before 7 am and predicts The Post will soon have the largest morning circulation. Miss Hallin Leavitt endorses The Post as a reliable paper and urges wider distribution in East Boston.
John Stetson, a shrewd theatrical manager and financier, bets ten thousand dollars that Russell will be reelected Governor of Massachusetts, signaling his confidence in the political outcome.
The Boston Art Commission deems much of the city’s art without spirit, calling it artless and overstating a need for more inspired works. The remark appears in a Lowell Courier summary of Boston cultural concerns.
Boston October 20 1892 John F Andrew accepts the nomination for Congress in the eighth district praising Democratic reform aims. He cites national party strength, McKinley tariff backlash, and shifts in Northern and Western voting patterns to support Democratic leadership in Congress.
A compilation of local society items and political opinion from Boston. Eunice PD and others are noted for professional roles while a lengthy Democratic platform opposes the McKinley tariff, promotes free raw materials, civil service reform, and political unity under Cleveland. includes society remarks on lectures and club leadership in Cambridge and Boston.
Massachusetts political figure accepts the nomination with respect to the voters, pledging best efforts for the Commonwealth. He notes many have not acted regularly with the party and expresses honor in the nomination and its potential political implications.
City Solicitor Evans of Salem is seriously ill with typhoid fever. After this winter Mr and Mrs Blaine will make Augusta their permanent home. George Burgess, former Portland city clerk, will spend the winter in Boston due to his wife’s ill health.
All round about mentions E Br Gunby of Tampa as an 82 year old customs collector described as youngest in the country. President Carnot plans a new merit order for officers barred from the Legion of Honor. Thomas Jerrold, son of Douglas Jerrold, will pen a Canada farming observations book. Jacob Seligman, once Milwaukee retailer of eleven clothing stores, called the smallest millionaire at 15 million. Dr van Halleben, German minister in Washington, known as the man who laughs, is a 50 year old bachelor.
A Fitchburg Mail opinion piece attacks the Republican party for relying on money to gain power arguing that defeating manhood suffrage and a popular government is unsustainable. It claims the party bought its power four years ago and notes growth in opposition.
A daily hint from Paris outlines an effective walking costume in light red cloth trimmed with gold braiding. The skirt is close fitting and simple, while the bodice follows a Bolero cut and opens over a dark-li surah chemisette. A red silk sash completes the ensemble.
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