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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1896
Page
4
The Boston Post criticizes the Republican State committee for labeling parade flags with Protection and Prosperity. It argues McKinley era protection harmed working people and revenues, contrasting patriotism with partisanship. The piece urges unity under the Stars and Stripes for a loyalty to national ideas.
The piece argues against free silver and Bryan and contends wages will not rise with silver money. warns workingmen of devalued wages under bimetallism and scores the speculative stock market. It narrates a carriage incident showing public sentiment and fiscal concerns amid political stress.
The author argues for yearly Governor and state official elections, praising direct citizen power. They claim annual ballots keep representatives responsive, prevent misrepresentation, and have produced distinguished leaders and effective laws, concluding the cost and effort are small compared to the benefits.
Opinion notes that betting on elections is mostly sentiment and not a real influence on votes. It cites a Cripple Creek mine owner staking 100 000 dollars on Bryan and 300 000 on McKinley with proceeds to a free library in Colorado Springs as a proposed model. It argues such wagers could fund education and meriting leniency in laws against election bets.
The author cites Mr. Bryan’s published answer to whether free silver lowers wage purchasing power. He concedes ¢.¢ wages drop in value but argues wages will rise enough to offset the loss. Bryan claims free coinage will spur demand for labor and higher wages as prosperity returns.
The Observant Citizen recounts electrician W J Kelly in Somerville who builds a storm porch on the Sabbath and faces a $20 fine after Officer Brown cites Massachusetts law. Kelly promises to stop but plans to finish the porch before next Sabbath. The piece shifts to praise for the Evening High School and its 2700 pupil registration, noting strong respect for the master and a daily attendance of about 1000. Harvard College is praised for its noble sons educated there.
A fashion column reviews evening gown accessories including light gloves without stitching, shoulder sleeves with four inches of bare arm, elastic glove support, and fans in various materials from Empire to feather and lace. It then notes Harvard football dismissals for training, Jamaica Plain obituaries, and a humorous streetcar exit incident highlighting women’s persistence.
Baroness Hirsch donates 1000 dollars to Temple Nar Israel of Columbus Georgia in response to a four month old appeal from Mrs Priel president of the Hebrew Ladies Arts Society. Queen Victoria inspires a Suffolk man to claim a joke coming of age born Feb 29 1812. A London memorial in Loudon Park Baltimore honors Civil War sailors with unveiling by Louis and Victor Bennett.
Breakfast and dinner items listed include Baked Apples Oatmeal Beefsteak Baked Potatoes Entire Wheat Bread Doughnuts Green Corn Soup Smothered Chicken Summer Squash Sliced Tomatoes Cucumbers Baked Sweet Potatoes Rice Pudding Black coffee Supper options Cold Ham Lobster Salad Tea Biscuit Bread and Butter Lady Cake Peach Trifle plus three recipe snippets for smothered chicken lady cake and tea biscuit from Mary and Jetton Roxbury Massachusetts.
In the Heywood residence an old fashioned Halloween party unfolds with ghost tales and a gypsy fortune teller. Maurice Heywood learns of a twin brother's bank robbery and a hidden past as Jessie, Horace Heywood’s daughter, reveals herself and urges remorse leading to a plan for clemency and reconciliation.
Poem by Cora Merriam Howes praising the flag with imagery of red white and blue, stars and stripes. It invokes vigilance loyalty liberty and triumph of freedom under the emblem. The piece exhorts guarding the land and honoring the patriotic symbol.
The Boston social scene centers on the Elsie Nourse and Harry Ball wedding at King’s Chapel with notable ushers and family. social life also features Mrs. Augustus Gardner at the Myopia hunt, Mrs. Frederick Prince at polo, and the death of Colonel Oliver W. Peabody affecting Peabody and Lathrop circles.
A collection of humorous lines from various papers highlights marital banter and social tact. Jokes feature witty exchanges about engagement, gifts, dinners, and mistaken intentions between husbands and wives in quick, sharp quips.
A poetic reference warns to confront a lingering shadow of gore from the ages and urges action before the approaching November deadline. The author signs as N. EB. M.
In a letter to the Boston Post editor Be Grozier Frederick W. Dallinger confirms he supports a free transfer bill. He notes his past votes in favor of similar measures and says he would work for a free transfer measure if re-elected to the Massachusetts Senate representing Cambridge.
Daniel P. Toomey of Boston reports Catholic societies in his city are preparing for the convention next year in Boston. Committees are named including executive members from Philadelphia New York and St Joseph Missouri. A vote of thanks is given to Boston College Catholic Association for inviting the next convention to Boston.
The Military Examining Board yesterday refused to pass Captain A. Preston Chase, recently elected commander of Company K in Danvers. It is rumored that Colonel Pew’s stance toward Chase is unfriendly and may block his command.
At its annual meeting the New England Hospital for Women and Children elected officers led by President Mrs Fidnah Che ney. The Pope Dispensary building is under construction and a new free bed was added from a bequest. A large December fair is planned to benefit the hospital.
The Venezuelan commission adjourned to November 10 to prepare a formal report on Dutch archives by Professor Burr. The panel reviewed Burr and De Haan findings at The Hague showing overlooked evidence on Dutch Guiana settlements. A newly found map surprised Dutch authorities and linked key evidence.
The Senior Interscholastic League opens today with B. L. 8S. vs Brookline High at South End grounds. Hoppy’s team expected to spark action, while Stillman struggles to start and follow his interference.
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