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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1896
Page
6
The Post invites discussions on the gold bug silver bug and straddle bug as a leading issue for the upcoming presidential campaign. Readers are asked to observe parliamentary rules and avoid personal abuse in their arguments.
Letters discuss Sherman Endicott statements about 1873 demonetization, California and Nevada coin handling, and the impact of free silver on prices and wages. P A Mulligan comments on currency expansion, mills reopening, and employment prospects amid the silver issue.
A satirical note argues against making clam shells legal tender, spoofing gold standard fears and free silver arguments. It cites foreign trade, hoarding gold, and coastal clam industries to illustrate potential absurdities of basing money on shells. The piece lampoons protectionists and silver advocates alike.
A reader questions Edward Atkinson's gold standard stance in a letter to the editor. The piece asks whether Congress can fix a 16 to 1 silver to gold parity without world agreement, probes historical coinage values, population wealth growth under free coinage versus the gold standard, and questions bankers' support for the standard and benefits to workers. Levi Forbush signs the note as secretary of the Workingmen's Information Bureau, North Woburn, Aug. 28, 1896.
Louis E. Clay poses questions about free coinage of silver arguing single nations cannot force silver price higher. He cites 1815 bimetallic parity, 1816 demonetization, and current gold standard, asking if the US alone could raise silver prices and how export prices for wheat and corn relate to foreign markets.
The letter defends free silver coinage arguing that raising silver bullion to 1.29 per ounce would remove Western advantage in world markets. The writer notes support from leading bimetallists and cites Hon. Thomas B. Reed, asserting broad agreement with the policy.
A Boston letter writer contests a prior Aug 28 message using scripture to defend gold and silver as lawful money. He cites Esau selling his birthright for a mess of pottage and urges paying laborers with the best honest money. He closes with the laborer’s wage standard.
In South Boston Pat McGee explains to Con the meaning of sixteen to one as a wage issue. McGee says sixteen to one signals one job becoming sixteen, while Con argues the phrase is misinterpreted. The piece notes P. L. McMahon as the author.
A reader to the Post critiques gold standard arguments and defends silver as money, citing intrinsic value, production costs, and currency theory. He questions Mr. Shepard’s claims, references John Stuart Mill, and discusses Treasury circulars and the role of silver certificates versus gold dollars.
The letter criticizes Mr Mulligan and supports free coinage arguments, citing 19th century demonetizations, census data, and wages. It argues gold and silver positions cannot be settled by fiat, defends Lincoln era wartime actions, and cautions against anarchist labels for defending national welfare. Cambridgeport signing reflects pro debate stance.
Letter argues that silver standard would not vastly boost money supply and that price levels fall with lower wages. It contends labor bears the burden of cheap money, questions gold standard efficacy, and asks why foreign bankers push to maintain U S gold reserves. Concludes with two questions to Mr Shepard and signs from J. 46 CG at Mt Vernon Street.
The writer argues against labeling Bryan and followers as anarchists for disputing the Supreme Court income tax ruling. He cites Lincoln's 1861 stance as a parallel and warns against infallibility claims by any party or body in political disputes.
The Kings County Elevated Railroad Company operating in Brooklyn has been placed in receivership with General Jourdan named as receiver. He says the action is temporary and the company will resume operations soon and settle all outstanding obligations promptly.
Miller Bros. of Amesbury announces assignment to Frank S. Merrill. The wood and iron carriage maker shipped many carriages abroad, mainly to Germany. Liabilities total 9900 with no assets, about half owed to Amesbury creditors. Recovery hoped for, with possible resumption of business.
Due to high demand a second Newport excursion is arranged by the New York New Haven Hartford railroad for Thursday next Sept 2. Tickets must be bought in advance at No 3 Old State House or Park Square station. Round trip fare is $1.00 and seats are limited to train capacity.
A detailed pattern description for a white chemise trimmed with Valenciennes lace. It notes construction features, materials such as muslin cambric and dimity, and the fold back pointed reverses. The pattern size range covers busts 32 to 42 inches, requires about 3.5 yards of 36 inch fabric, and costs twenty five cents with orders sent to New York.
The search for the killer of Sarah Collins continues as investigators pursue rumors and clues. Police consider Boston connections and a possible Nahant meeting, with letters from a Boston man as a key lead. The victim’s wake is held at her mother’s Harbor Street home ahead of tomorrow’s funeral.
The advertisement emphasizes Blake's whiskey as absolutely pure and unadulterated. It notes purchase for medical or family use and asserts bottles are in full quart sizes, claiming more value for the money while maintaining a high standard.
The East Boston Bay Cadet Band of about thirty five musicians begins a concert voyage this afternoon aboard the 10:30 steamer of the Morrison Company. They will perform several selections for Mor Morrison passengers as part of American Day events.
The Aug 31 market report notes dull but steady trading aided by gold imports, with notable gains in American Tobacco, Sugar, Manhattan Electric, United States Leather preferred, and Chicago Burlington & Quincy. Copper rose in London, Montana shares showed volatile moves amid insider selling, and local banks reported tighter reserves while the Union Pacific mortgage funds awaited interest. Pinkham.
Public auction on September 24 1896 at one o'clock afternoon for a Dorchester land parcel with dwelling, easterly Kilton street southerly Lot 5 westerly Lot 7 northerly Lot 3, 3200 square feet, taxes current 1896, terms 8300 payment at sale. Assignee William M Collins mortgage owner. Boston September 1 1896.
Today's transactions totaled 214 800 shares with a focus on the Salon menu. Notable figures include American Cotton Oil and Southern Wire interests showing varied activity and price movements in the market.
An advertisement from S80 Warren Ave promises positive satisfaction and confidential help for ladies in trouble.
Notice issued by the Court of Insolvency Suffolk Massachusetts that John H Lyons builder of Boston is insolvent. Debts cannot be paid or property transferred to him. Creditors meet September 4 1896 at 2 PM at the Court House Pemberton Square Boston to prove debts and appoint assignees. Joseph P Silsby Jr Deputy Sheriff Messenger.
The undersigned is a pretended signee of the estate of William R. West of Boston, a shoe manufacturer and insolvent debtor. The second meeting of creditors will be at the Court of Insolvency in Boston on October 24, 1896, at 10 o clock in the forenoon. Creditors may attend and prove their claims. George F. Piper, Assignee, 48 Congress Street, Boston.
Sealed proposals by the City of Boston Sewer Division for Gaylord Street sewer and connections will be received at Room 47 City Hall until 12 m Friday September 4 1896. Work includes 365 lin ft of sewer and catch basins 403 lin ft house drain. Each proposal must include a certified check of 100 and a performance bond. The superintendent may reject any or all proposals. Benj W Wells papers September 1896.
City of Boston invites sealed bids for building Section 10, a four track subway from Haymarket square to Hanover street. Bids due September 8, 1896, with 2000 dollar certified check. plans and specs at 20 Beacon Street. Bond of 20 percent required. commission may reject any or all bids.
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