Debate on free silver and wage effects in common sense letters
Reader letters discuss Bourke Cochran's wages fixed by production and the impact of free silver on prices. The writer argues that wages track output, while mints and international agreement affect silver's value and legal tender status. He warns against unilateral free coinage and silver monometallism for the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Post
Bourke Cochran
Madison Square Garden
Cochran
Robert T. Paine, JR
Coin
Financial School
McKinnon
Supreme Court
United States
Common Sense
Bedford Street
Fable for Workingmen on Currency Faith
A letter uses an 1890s fable to critique free silver and fiat money ideas. A thrifty Boston-area worker saves 100 yearly, shifting from gold to silver then fiat notes, which burn in a fire leaving him with only two masses and a ruined government note stash, illustrating monetary instability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Levi Furbush
Workingmen’s Information Bureau
North Woburn
Atkinson
Urbush
Boston
A Silv er Letter From Vox Populi To Publiconomics
A reader signs as Calcutta and questions origination in nom de plume letters while arguing for monetary reform. The letter discusses Bryan, free coinage, gold premium, farm prices, national industry, and railroad ownership to boost Southern growth and Northern manufacturing with reciprocity and staged distribution of wealth. Boston, Sept. 2, 86 Vox Populi.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calcutta
Bryan
Othr
England
Europe
America
Boston
VOX Populi
Upholds Gold and Silver Debate Sparks Letter Response
A letter discusses free coinage and monometallism arguing that monometallism does not exist in the U S and contrasts it with Mexico Japan and China. It notes some free silver advocates have means but are not stocking up on silver and references George B McKinnon's August Post comment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George B. McKinnon
Mexco
Japan
China
Critic of M Kinley Urges Money Over Markets
Co H Burleigh argues enlarging markets without more currency harms the public. He cites declining per capita circulation since 1893, $7.5 million monthly moving to Europe, and rising population. Burleigh urges opening mints and boosting money in circulation to raise purchasing power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
United States
Europe
Pu Hing
Cc. H. Burleigh
Dartmouth Street
Gold standard a step toward aristocracy
Louis E Clary argues against free coinage and parity between gold and silver, noting fiat value and governmental currency. He compares currency value to a yardstick, warns parity implies political power, and claims the gold standard would push society toward aristocracy, urging opposition to gold bugs. Salem Mass Sept 11 1896.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis E Clary
England
Silver Bugs
Finland
United States
Citizenshp
Washington
H. Webber
Salem
Mass
Chamberlain Discusses Arbitration and Ireland in Boston Visit
In a lengthy Boston interview, Chamberlain favors arbitration but questions enforceability of a tribunal. He defends the Irish land bill, urges American journalists to assess Ireland directly, comments on Gladstone and Lord Russell, and notes Chamberlain’s poised, amiable manner and habit of smoking cigars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
United States
England
Boards of Conciliation
Ireland
House of Fords
America
Belfast
Mr. Gladstone
Mr. Chamberlain
Boston
Havana
Hare lips cure advertised by Boston esthetician
JOAN H. WOODBURY of 11 Winter street Boston promotes facial treatments claiming to eradicate hare lips birthmarks and similar blemishes making life more pleasant for customers through cosmetic services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan H. Woodbury
Winter St
Boston
New Sleeve Pattern No. 6841 for Ladies and Misses
The pattern No. 6841 offers two sleeve designs named Handkerchief and chalice lace, suitable for diaphanous fabrics. It lists required fabric quantities for sizes bust 32 36 40 inches and misses ages 10 12 14 18, with a 25 cent retail price and coupon order directing shipments from New York.
Ward 16 Caucus Faced Allegations of Impersonation
A state house hearing revealed claims of fraudulent voting in the old Ward 16 caucus now Ward 9. Witnesses described a go as you please setup with unreadable ballots, ignored challenges, and spectators kept away from the warden. Several attendees testified to being denied votes and observed duplicate voting, with officers present but not enforcing rules. The committee adjourned after hearings concluded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State House
Ward 9
O'Neil
James Keenan
Legislative Committee
Harwood
McCarthy
Davis
Creed
Shaw
Crohan
Keenan
Representative Creed
J. Farrell
Harrison Avenue
Shawmut Avenue
Clark
John J. Shea
Oneida Street
Thomas Lang
W. H. Hancock
Washington Street
Hotel Westerly
Nicholas J. Quinn
Union Park Street
Farrell
W. T. Gartland
Seneca Street
Edward A. Moore
Oswego Street
FP. J. Daily
Dover Street
John J. Barry
R. J. Powers
D. L. Flanagan
J. F. Egan
J. T. Early
Wreck of the Laurada at Port Antonio Suspected foul play
The Cuban filibuster Laurada, after landing men and arms at Navassa and transferring them to the tug Dauntless, then arriving at Port Antonio Jamaica, has been wrecked there. Authorities suspect foul play caused the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kingston
Jam
Navassa
Dauntless
Port Antonio
Ocean gales predicted near American coast in September
The pilot chart issued by the United States hydrographic office forecasts a lively September North Atlantic with numerous gales near the American coast. Far west of the 41st meridian and across the Grand Banks tropical cyclones and hurricanes are very probable.
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United States Hydrographic Office
North Atlantic Ocean
American
41St Meridian
Grand Banks
Li Hung Chang opposes women cycling in New York interview
Li Hung Chang criticizes female cycling and questions American women while speaking through Dr. Mark in a New York interview. He says bicycles are not for women, notes men rarely ride in China, and offers a blunt view on marriage and women’s independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Li Hung Chang
Journal
America
Mark
China
Pease
Chine
England
Child Killer Quatiero Sought After Isabelle Rossi Murder
Police intensified hunt for Antonio Quatiero who allegedly killed Isabelle Rossi. No trace since yesterday afternoon. investigators dispatched to Boston and Providence to aid in the manhunt, with Lieutenant Rossetti and Inspector Remick coordinating efforts.
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Lawrence
Antonio Quatiero
Isabelle Rossi
Boston
Thompson
Boston Police Department
Rossetti
Providence
Quattero
Frank P. Remick
Italians Strike Threatens Riot in Watertown Camp
In Waltham on September 2 a 500 strong group of Italian workers at the Cambridge water basin site blocked work and threatened violence over a month of disputed wages and deductions. Police dispersed the crowd after arrests. a separate derailment incident occurred when a milk train collided with a dynamite cage at Weston.
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Waltham
Wat-am
Cambridge
Acton
Watertown
Eston
Weston
Ineer
Up They Go Wall Street Notes and Market Wrap
London securities rose on a Vermont election rally with bull buying and profit taking. Sugar and Bay State Gas led gains while rail and coal stocks showed mixed results. Bank of England rate shift eyed as cheap money persists in London. Copper markets diverged with London firmer and New York weaker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Vermont
Manhattan
Baltimore & Ohio
Louisville & Nashville
New York
Bay State Gas
Bay State Gas Combination
Boston Company
Roxbury
Dorchester
South Boston
Bank of England
Fitchburg Railroad
New York Railroad Commissioners
Dominion Coal Company
Ontario & Western
United States
Boston News Bureau
American Sugar Refining Company
Grand Army veterans parade under Walker leads divisions
The Grand Army of the Republic parade in St Paul spans over two miles led by General Walker and staff. Veterans from Illinois to Minnesota form eight divisions, with Meade giving a naval veterans speech praising admiralcy.
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Grand Army
St. Paul, Minn
ST. Paul
Minn
Walker
Veteran Signal Corps
Illinois
Wisconsin
Pennsylvania
Ohio
New York
Connecticut
Massachusetts
New Jersey
Maine
California
Rhode Island
New Hampshire
Vermont
Potomac
Virginia
North Carolina
Maryland
Nebraska
Michigan
Iowa
Indiana
Colorado
Wyoming
Kansas
Delaware
Missouri
Oregon
Kentucky
West Virginia
South Dakota
Washington
Alaska
Arkansas
New Mexico
Utah
Tennessee
Louisiana
Mississippi
Florida
Montana
Idaho
Arizona
Alabama
North Dakota
Oklahoma
Indian Territory
Department of Minnesota
Eighth Division
Sixth Street
Naval Veterans
Meade
Navy Department
Towboat chief engineer honored after wedding trip crash at Lewis Wharf
Clarence W. Wiley chief engineer of the Boston Towboat Company received $100 in a silver purse and gifts at his Border Street home after returning from his wedding tour. His pilot boat Columbia No 2 while entering its berth at Lewis Wharf crashed into the railing tearing fencing and affecting its gear. The incident nearly sent the schooner Louisa Jane at the same wharf to sink. Also noted: passengers aboard the Fitness steamer Bostonian from London and the sale of the barkentine Matthew Baird to St Pierre Mig for fisheries use. The Lepanto carried the Sarahs crew from the voyage to Hull England via Sicily Island marker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence W. Wiley
Boston Towboat Company
Border Street
Columbia
Lewis Wharf
Louisa Jane
B. B. Whitcomb
C. A. Scotzher
Bostonian
London
Matthew Baird
E. B. Leighton
Boston
St. Pierre
Mig
Leighton’s
Bradley Fertilizer Company
Weymouth
Charlestown
S. C
Lepanto
Hull
Eng
Sicilly Island
Sarah
Highland Light
Dudley Pray
A. B. Perry
Addison, Me
Look
Weehawken
Plymouth
Mass
Pollock Rip
Woodside
Pray
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Robert Treat Paine, JR
Nea
Aesop, JR
M'Kinley
Gladstone
Pattern Department
Quatiero
Lincoln Boy
MoLbie Gibson
Jdacaekeswe
Lonm
Corre Aid Enon Ons
Argentum
Kiwi
Portland
Boston Stock Exchange
Atchison 4S
Scrip Co
Cc & Q
Atchison
Ney
Nh&h
Old ‘Colony
OSL
Union Pacific Wee
West End
Mining Eee
Boston & Mont
Ody
Osceda
Pioneer
Quincy
Serip
Fast
Lamson
Miscellaneous Stock Exchange
Wilson W. Fay & Co
State Street
Cumberland & Osceola
Ataipa
National Glass
Cripple Creek
Stock Exchange
Denver
Davis & O
Jefferson
Steer
st.Lo
Highe
Atchison Ee
Canada
Southern Kiena
Chesapeake & Ohio
Chicago Gas
Ees Enone
CC & St
Ty Con Gas
Delaware & Hudson
del, Lack & West Vee
den & Rio Grande
Hocking Valley
Lake Shore
Cetter
Missouri Pacific
New Jersey Central
EviNew York Central Seaee
Y. Ont & Western
Norf & Western
Northern Pacific
Agi Pacific Mail
Dee & Evans
Pullman Palace Car Co
Reading
Rock Island
Southern Pacific
St Au
Paul
Western Union
Lake Erie
R Veterans
John Smith
Fall River
Folan
Swansea
Parisian Remedy CO
Tremont St
J. Bishop
E. W. Gahan
M. D
ADIES
Chichester
Lerroa
Et Chichester Chemical
Tolman
Dr. Warren
Warren Remedies CO
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