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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1896
Page
2
Senator Blackburn in Chicago says Kentucky will stay solid for Bryan in November despite the Indianapolis ticket. He argues the third ticket is useless for breaking the South, predicts gains for Bryan elsewhere, and notes the gold movement mainly in the East.
Chairman Hanna of the Republican national committee said the Indianapolis convention will aid the party. He praised Senator Palmer as a strong, reliable man with a large Democratic Illinois following. His nomination, after a gold standard Democrat for governor, would weaken Democratic forces in Illinois. Hanna also believed General Buckner’s nomination would help Republicans.
In Missoula Democrats and Populists completed fusion票 tickets. Democrats receive Congressmen but no presidential nominating slate, effectively endorsing Republican Hartman who opposed the St Louis convention. Populists name Governor candidate Robert B. Smith of Helena. A Watson elector is pledged with conditional voting if Sewall wins, else Democrats back Watson.
Woburn plans a special town meeting at Stoneham on Thursday evening to consider curtailing sewer construction and renewing the water contract with the Wakefield Water Company. Town leaders favor joining the metropolitan water system for improved supply.
Lynn Sept 4 Inspector Rowe and special officers searched a West End Boston resident linked to the Collins murder case. After returning they found no new clue and warned the force will wait for a break. The marshal has received outside tips including several clairvoyants offering aid for moderate prices.
At Fleetwood Park Boston on September 4 the grand circuit trotting meeting concluded. Van Zandt won all but one heat, Page failed to dominate after an early break, and Resina outclassed the pacing field with Redinda taking two heats in slow times. The Driving Club reported a handsome profit.
Paris reports the colonial office has received a cable from the Governor of French Guiana stating there is no change in Captain Albert Dreyfus's detention, in response to inquiries about his alleged escape.
A historical notice invites public estimates on the presidential vote, paying in gold if McKinley wins and in silver if Bryan wins. Send as many estimates as possible by mail. Time stamps decide precedence, ties split a hundred dollars, and state electoral votes cannot be divided. Mail to Electoral Vote, the Post, Boston.
Sept 4 Officers and men of Company F Eighth Massachusetts Regiment await word on a one sided tale from the rifle range gathering where five intoxicated men reportedly handled loaded guns and beer was consumed. Captain Dow sent Lt Crowley to investigate and a discharge request circulated, though Crowley and others deny the full details. The men doubt the reports and contend exaggeration.
A mail collector reported a theft at 1:45 AM when a mailbox on Atlantic Avenue near Pearl Street was found rifled. The door hinges were sawn through and the box contents stolen. Police and postal authorities were notified immediately.
Li Hung Chang praised Hon. J. W. Foster for valuable aid during China's critical moments at a Washington banquet. He called America a friend indeed to China and proposed a toast to Foster. He drank sparingly, ate ice cream, and retired for the night before a planned trip to Mt. Vernon.
The Cambridge health board says its funds are exhausted and directs contagious disease patients to the overseers of the poor. The overseers must ask applicants if they wish to be placed on the pauper list, but most decline, leaving many applicants without help.
At 2 30 this morning Officers Cleveland and Foley chased a burglar from P Cooney furnishing goods at 43 Broadway extension. The man, loaded with goods valued at 75 dollars, was overpowered at Station 4. He was booked as Michael Donovan 21 of West Third Street South Boston for breaking and entering.
Worcester track conditions hindered Bay State fair phar races and halted yesterday’s events. Afternoon circuit included half mile amateur and professional handicaps, won by Herman Taylor and A D Kennedy Jr respectively, plus a five mile team race won by Winchendon Cycle Team. Tom Butler led two professional events, mile amateur and mile open, with second and first places and times around 2:14 to 2:16.
Hon J W McDonald former Massachusetts Gas Commission member and Marlboro city solicitor to marry Miss Mary Giblin granddaughter of Robert Culbert. Ceremony at SS Peter and Paul Church Broadway South Boston at 10. Reception at 44 Bromley Street Roxbury follows. They will reside in Marlboro in a residence he has just erected.
International cricket between Canada and the United States begins at the German town Cricket Club grounds in Philadelphia. By close of play Canada stands at 87 runs for one wicket in the second innings, after the first inning total of 62. United States scoring details follow the day’s events.
A Boston Post report details Mrs. Normand and Miss Henrietta Ames amid a family feud over Dr. Normand’s illness and death. Witnesses including Mrs. Ames, Mrs. Lane, and undertaker Frink discuss lodging arrangements, alleged jealousy, police involvement, and claims of harrassment as the case unfolds.
On July 20 the Italian quarter was stirred by the elopement of Mary Carmellio aged 15 and Mercurio Pentalone 22 from 30 Fleet street. They took $370 and were traced to Hartford where they were not impeded. They later returned toward Boston and were arrested by Patrolman Nixon after Carmellio's father bartered for action. The girl was sent to House of Detention and Pentalone remained at Hanover street station.
George P Morse of 560 Dorchester Avenue watched a street fakir last night at the Canton and Washington streets corner. In the crowd a thief relieved him of his $20 police watch marked J Meader on the case.
In York Beach Maine on September 4 six thousand people gathered for a clambake and political speeches by Congressman Thomas B Reed and General Cyrus Cassidy Bushy of New York. A forenoon street parade featured uniformed groups bands and decorated vehicles from nearby towns. Reed urged business progress and renewal of confidence arguing for tariffs to finance government and capital driven growth while dismissing the silver issue as trivial. He was followed by General Cyrus Bussey of New York.
Canton Ohio September 4 The McKinley campaign schedules two speeches for tomorrow to address Beaver and Pittsburgh labor delegations. Visitors include Colonel W A Stambaugh of Kansas editor L P Hunt of Mankato Primrose and West minstrel performers who entertained Mrs McKinley in a box at the show.
The Cambridge Democratic city committee met in the city building to reconsider a resolution endorsing Chicago nominees and platform. Seventeen members were present. William Brown was the sole aye, then resigned, after which the vote was made unanimous.
Springfield news reports W Murray Crane responding to a letter exchange with Colonel Winslow. Crane says he opened a letter he received after being away, denies ever stating Winslow wrote him such a letter, but notes Winslow had told him in January and again a month later he would not run if Crane did. A April letter asked Crane to state his position to guide Winslow’s own decision. Crane says he would stand, assuming Winslow would not run.
A Boston visitor recalls touring the old Nelson flagship Foudroyant in the Thames opposite Woolwich. The ship, last survivor of its class, recalled Nelson’s night chases and hosted memories of Hardy, Sydney Smith, Keith, Abercromby, and Marie Antoinette’s sister. Restored after near destruction, the vessel now features Nelson relics aboard, tea at 5, and plans to move to Cowes with possible exhibition in America.
Dorchester Mass reader D H Marshall asks what a billion means in British notation and cites Sir Henry Bessemer’s 1893 illustration of a billion seconds across time. The letter explores time distance and weight to show the enormity of a billion and ends with a short verse reflecting on life and time.
The Aug. 22, year CITIZEN letter commends the East Boston ferries for up to date management under Superintendent McClellan. It notes prompt attention to drops and boats, clean cabins and open windows, new summer gates, and thorough hull overhauls. Residents rely on ferries and support the city’s funding of the vital department.
Letter to the Post argues against moving the ferry slip from Central wharf proposing the current site is within three minutes’ walk, faces business avenues, and already serves public transit. The author warns a new slip or harbor tunnel would cost nearly a half million dollars, disrupt freight traffic, and suggests modern, enduring improvements to enhance speed and safety amid fog and vessel traffic.
A Sunday Post letter defends shop girls against summer outing slurs. It argues they travel in couples, share rooms modestly, pay for wardrobes with earnings, and resist debt. The writer counters that beaches attract idle women and warns wives should know homemaking basics.
A letter from Co. G. HILL of Everett Mass criticizes the Post article calling Detroit Mayor Pingree the hero of the potato patch. He urges broader recognition of Pingree’s efforts for urban uplift, praising his 3-cent streetcar fares and progressive acts aimed at humanity, and expresses pride in the mayor’s ongoing reform drive.
The Massachusetts Stationary Engineers' Club held a Saturday evening meeting at St Leger Hotel. Several new members joined the roll. The club has no assessments beyond the initiation fee and supports no strikes. It advocates employers’ right to hire freely and to enforce laws that remove discrimination against engineers and to abolish all classifications from Massachusetts statutes.
An old newspaper ad promotes Puritana claiming a complete cure for disease requires stomach-focused purification. The package includes Puritana, Puritana Pills, and Puritana Tablets priced at $1, available from druggists.
A notices invites workers and the ill to join gatherings on the last Saturday of each month at the St. Leger. The plan calls for friendly meetings where attendees will be welcome and can meet an engineer.
A letter from Thomas F. Ray disputes the inclusion of Charles I. Quirk on the Bryan-Sewall-Williams Club executive committee list for Ward 17. Ray says Quirk, traveling in Canada since Aug 20, learned of the matter only now and would disapprove of any group dictating his policy in his absence.
Spring Hill Somerville letter to the editor weighs in on a Healthy American column claiming nudity is modest citing Lady Godiva. The writer counters by recalling public reaction and questions double standards for exposing or censoring provocative imagery.
A conductor identified as No 934 on car No 1814 leapt in front of an oncoming vehicle to grab a near‑death child, pulling both to safety. The man acted without regard for his own safety, a selfless act praised by passengers and a grateful mother who sent the note dated Aug 28.
A Charlestown resident complains the streets are not watered or sprinkled on clear days due to funds. He notes a water cart teamster was told to wait for further orders because money was short and urges immediate action despite tax payments. Dated Aug. 28, 1396.
Patrick Maguire of East Boston went to Sin Gee’s laundry at 200 Shawmut Avenue last night with the intent to assault and rob. Sin Gee struck Maguire with a iron pipe, producing a gaping scalp wound. Dr. Fernald treated the injury at Dedham street station. Sin Gee was jailed on assault and battery charges with Maguire held as a witness.
The American Wringer Company advertises wringers and Bissell carpet sweepers in Boston with repair services offered at 13 and 15 Broadway extension and 29 and 31 Cornwill. Free delivery and repair are stated with telephone Tremont 7é4.
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