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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1900
Page
5
The speaker remains highly regarded as a forceful presence, delivering about 110 speeches in Ohio. Republicans claim McKinley will win more states than previously projected, signaling expanding optimism and momentum.
W J Bryan wraps up his New York campaign day in Dunkirk after stops at Addison Hornellsville Almond Alfred Andover Wellsville Belmont Friendship Cuba Hinsdale Olean Salamanca Randolph Jamestown and Dunkirk He plans a one day Ohio swing with a Toledo speech and has given about 110 speeches in New York He predicted an even chance of carrying the state based on early poll reports.
On his final New York day, Mr. Bryan spoke in Addison amid heavy rain to a large crowd. He then drew a strong audience in Hornellsville and continued stops at Jersey City Port Jervis Almond Alfred Andover Cuba Hinsdale Wellsville Belmont Friendship Orleans Salamanaca Randolph Jamestown Geloron and Chautauqua. He argued against imperialism and trusts, defended the dinner pail and money issues, and noted the 1896 platform while noting prosperity and the income tax.
Roosevelt campaign train reached Rochester late amid bad weather. Huge parades and crowded halls greeted the vice presidential candidate. A Geneva disruption attempt sparked counter pleas for free speech as Governor Bryan faced interruptions while appealing to the flag and national unity.
At Grand Rapids Ohio during a political demonstration several Monclova Rough Rider Club members were seriously hurt while boarding a train. John Hemp was struck by an iron missile and is reported near death. The Presque Isle postmaster and many others were injured.
The President with Mrs. McKinley Judge Day and Mrs. Day took an extended drive in Canton Ohio and later received the principals and teachers of the public schools. Accompanying them were Judge Day and Secretary Cortelyou as teachers were presented in the parlor.
A midweek General Reception Day will transform the store into a Grand Bazaar with music on the first three floors. The Lurch Room ninth floor hosts a formal program by the regular orchestra. Visitors receive roses and violet souvenirs. free tea and coffee circulated. staff touts a vast, world sourced, low priced stock.
In East Cambridge Superior Court the Boston Advertiser and the Record faced admonition over publishing articles about the Charles R. Eastman murder case. Judge Sherman stressed that while courts may publish proceedings, reporting opinions on pending cases risks bias and grand jury secrecy, urging no further action unless law is violated again. The hearing focused on whether the press overstepped legal bounds before a trial.
Prominent Boston Democrats tell a Post reporter that Bryan faces a likely landslide. General Collins cites New York as pivotal with strong sentiment nationwide. Gargan and others predict Bryan victories in Indiana Illinois Ohio and West Virginia plus solid New York.
The Cambridge City Council adopted an order calling for a committee to investigate alleged bribery connected with the Ward 2 schoolhouse. Mayor Champlin requested the inquiry. Alderman Long offered the order. The investigation panel includes Aldermen Carstein Perkins Shea Donovan Saunders and councilmen Rhoades Brown Lewis Hill and Clarke.
Wyoming Valley mines largely back to work with all mines active except those run by Lehigh Valley Company. Susquehanna Company fields full force at Nanticoke collieries as of today October 30.
A 75 cent per ton reduction in coal prices affects all grades in Boston. The current price stands 2 cents above last November, with Batchelder Bros. noting possible further changes depending on demand, delivery delays, or strike renewals. Overall business remains only slightly brisk.
In a Supreme Court session yesterday Judge Barker affirmed the Probate Court decree appointing Richard M. Saltonstall as a trustee of the Eben D. Jordan, Sr. estate, replacing Henry G. Nichols, deceased.
The Mountain House in Blandford was destroyed by fire on Wednesday morning, causing an estimated loss of 70 thousand dollars. No injuries reported and investigators are reviewing the incident.
Filmer Chickering reports selling over eight thousand of Philip Sousa likenesses at last week's exposition in Mechanics' Building. The prolific photographer claims the Chickering boot sale produced the best photos he has ever captured of the famed musician.
A Post reporter saw Judge Almy at his residence last evening. When asked about Judge Sherman’s criticism of his prior interview on the Eastman case, Almy said he preferred not to speak now. He added that any remark could embarrass Sherman’s position, which he intends to avoid if possible.
Andrew A. Murphy of 7 Wallace Court Charlestown accuses unnamed politicians in Ward 5 of forging his name on withdrawal papers after he filed nomination papers for Common Council. The incident centers on alleged document fraud involving the Ward 5 nomination process.
An examiner said the remains, including a foot and skull portion, likely come from one person. Remains were found in the Tar rant building as fire crews dig out victims. Chief Croker notes many dead may remain buried on the streets and inside collapsed walls, and buildings may hold more bodies than expected.
Lewis Appleton Barker of Bangor presented to the Governor and council a petition for pardon for David L. Stain and Oliver Cromwell Smith convicted of John Wilson Barron’s murder. William H. Drury of Boston also petitions for pardon citing newly discovered evidence. Hearing set for mid November at the State House in Augusta.
A Miss Cram of Greenfield Massachusetts attempted suicide in her room at the Grand Union Hotel by locking the door and turning on gas jets. Bellevue Hospital treated her after an ambulance was summoned. she had a fiancé who died recently and she wished to join him in eternity.
The Suburban Interclub Bowling League met at Glendon Clubhouse Everett and admitted Middlesex Club of Cambridge replacing Review Club Chelsea. Schedule lists fixtures from Nov 7 to Feb 15 featuring Towanda Middlesex Kernwood Melrose Central Newtowne Malden Glendon Glendon Central and others across Wednesdays Fridays Thursdays and Tuesdays with home and away pairings.
Change in Salisbury as foreign minister confirmed by The Times contradicts Daily Telegraph on successor. Rumor places Lord Lansdowne as possible replacement, but no official appointment disclosed. London sources cite capital political tension and cabinet reshuffle possibilities.
Harvard students planned a rush at Harvard Yard as Tech supporters from Park Square charged to end the affray near Walker steps. Tech men held ground on Technology ground and torches and catcalls flew. Five Harvard men confronted about 100 Tech men, four heads broken before police, forty officers, restored order.
After brief moments on the Rogers steps, police pushed back a crowd as onlookers spilled into the street. A second force waited to advance and guardians escorted the crowd away. Torches and shouts erupted near the Public Library but no serious injuries were reported and Tech supporters prevailed in the encounters.
The Massachusetts State Board of Trade gathered at Parker House for a noon meeting and informal reception for Pan-American Exposition leaders John G. Milburn and William S. Buchanan. Mayor Hart urged backing Boston Harbor enlargement as Congress looks favorably. Milburn cited $5,000,000 raised and at least $3,000,000 more needed for Buffalo exposition preparations. Buchanan praised Central and South American participation and noted aims of regional consolidation, while Edward Atkinson highlighted obstruction in exports to South America due to navigations laws. Additional remarks came from J. Richard Carter and other regional trade leaders.
A conservative estimate expects about 12h golfers for the Country Club open tournament. Entries from non members closed last evening with 76 players submitting names to the golf committee. Mr. S H Fessenden is confident at least 50 Clyde Park members will engage in the play.
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