Affidavit Finds Sunday Post Circulation at 102240
Boston affidavit by F E Currier states the bona fide Sunday Post circulation for the date is 102240 copies excluding waste. The document sworn before Justice B Leighton Beal confirms the claim and urges readers to "When in Doubt," Read This Affidavit.
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Boston
Mass
Boston Post
Sunday Post
F. E. Currier
F. E. Osgood & Co
Suffolk
F. B. Currier
B. Leighton Beal
What the Post's Paper Manufacturers Say About the Great Sunday Edition
The Petite Post Publishing Company notes for the Sunday Post of Sept 17, 1893 that the white paper used, amounting to more than 100000 thirty two page posts, was consumed in printing the issue. Signed by F C Whitehouse vice president Bowdoin Paper Manufacturing.
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the Post
Boston
Petite Post Piblisving Company
Sunday Post
Bowdoin Paper Manufacturing
F. C. Whitehouse
V. P
Picture Supply Count Topped With New Figures
Notice details a total of 106000 pictures supplied with nearly 4000 used in canvassing. It notes shipments of forty thousand extra Fairys to be sent Friday by express and lists Wood and Parker Co. at 67 Fifth Avenue, New York as the provider for the second issue.
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New York
Wood & Parker CO
Fifth Avenue
Liberal federation calls for end of hereditary Lords in Britain
The London meeting of the National Liberal Federation urges abolishing the Lords as a hereditary body. While not new, the move gains weight amid growing mass revolt against the classes and risks challenging the throne if the Lords fall.
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National Liberal Federation
London
House of Lords
Great Britain
Entrance to New York City Road Favored by Boston Interest
The New York state railroad commissioners review a plan to build a parallel line from Brewster's to Leggett's Creek linking to the New York & Northern road, creating a faster entrance to New York City. The Boston public argues the current toll gate monopoly harms commerce and travel, and removing the barrier benefits Boston and New England.
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New York
Boston
New England
Brewster’s
Leggett’s Creek
New York & Northern Railroad
New York City
New York & New England
Senate Courtesy Sparks Night Session Threats
Senator Voorhees plans to ask the Senate to extend its sessions possibly into night hours to appease the silverites. Senator Peller counters that night sessions won’t improve the bill, and the clash is seen as a display of senatorial courtesy run amok. The piece argues for action over prolonged debate and criticizes mining-state Republicans.
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Voorhees
Senate
Peller
Ames Wealth and Public Obligation Highlighted in Will
Massachusetts reacts with surprise and disappointment to Frederick L. Ames's will. The richest New Englander leaves his fortune to family and private interests, prompting a call for taxing inheritances to share wealth with the public that built it.
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Massachusetts
Frederick L. Ames
New England
Mr. Ames
Ames
Jay Gould
Mechanic Arts High School Faced With Incomplete Facilities
The new Mechanic Arts High School, opened two weeks ago with over two hundred pupils, lacks fitting accommodations and heated ventilation. Instruction in key branches is impossible as rooms are unfinished and crowded. Urges speedy completion, insists funding must be made available, and condemns neglect of promised educational facilities.
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Mechanic Arts High School
Senate delay rattles confidence in silver repeal
The piece argues the Senate’s hold up of the silver repeal bill harms revived prosperity by shaking public confidence. It asserts confidence returns when the House votes to repeal and warns Senate inaction risks longer economic malaise and uncertainty for the nation.
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Senate
House
Cleveland Names New Justice for Hornblower Seat
President Cleveland selects William B. Hornblower of New York to fill the Supreme Court vacancy created by Judge Blatchford’s death, signaling careful judgment and diplomacy in a delicate appointment.
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William B. Hornblower
New York
Supreme Court
Blatchford
Cleveland
Youngest Judge Hornblower Appointed to Supreme Bench
Persuading men of large abilities to enter the service of the people. The honor of a place on the Supreme bench counts for a great deal. But there is sacrifice and patriotic spirit in surrendering a professional income and business position. Hornblower accepts the appointment as the youngest man named for this high position, and a strong man.
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Supreme Bench
Supreme Court
Hornblower
Judge Story
Dark horse Republicans loom in Crapo Haile race
The Evening Record hints William W. Crapo will not seek GOP nomination while Haile remains a contender. It notes the dark horses are groomed and may show strength when the convention convenes. Pillsbury concentrates on his duties amid the political maneuvering.
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William W. Crapo
Mr. Haile
Crapo
Pillsbury
New Quadruple Press Ordered For The Post
The Post orders a new quadruple press from R. Hoe & Co. capable of printing 24,000 ten to sixteen page papers per hour, 48,000 six to eight page papers, or 96,000 four page papers. Delivery is expected in a few months.
Observant Citizen Reports Multiple Police and Staff Movements
Patrolman James Hensey resigns to care for aged parents in Stratton Penn. Sumner D. Seavey at State Prison returns to duty with limited use of thumbs due to injuries from a failed escape attempt. Captain George Spear, deputy Secretary of State, takes six months furlough for health. Olin grants funds for California visit. Wild cats exhibited at J T Newman window. Day Clerk O Neil resigns at Thorndike Hotel. Robert Shackt promoted to day clerk. C J Busher returns from vacation with health and vigor noted.
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Division 3
Board of Police
Stratton
Penn
Sumner D. Seavey
John Booth
George C.spear
Olin
California
O’neil
Thorndike
Boylston Street
Withal
Robert P. Shackt
Robert
O'Neil
C. J. Busher
Washington
Philadelphia
New York City
Adirondacks
Miscellany of quips and quatrains from various papers
A collage of jokes and wry lines from multiple papers. The items poke fun at sermons watches gold from John Bull and a dog on a desk. The humor ranges from meat market bargains to weather and potatoes in country life.
Letter corrects Henry O'Meara background as Newfoundland born
In a Post to the Editor, M W Dooley disputes Amy Robsart's Henry O Meara sketch calling him a young Irish poet. He asserts O Meara was born in St John s Newfoundland and educated in Charlottetown P E I and clarifies he is not Irish American. He signs from 4 Hudson street.
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Amy Robsart
Henry O'Meara
Sunday Post
O’meara
St. John’s
Newfoundland
Charlottetown
Hudson Street
M. W. Dooley
Greenhalge cautious on nomination or election
In an interview with the Boston Post Mr Greenhalge says he takes nothing as certain until it happens. He claims no claims and says he will be let down easy after John EB Russell gets through with him.
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Lowell Times
Boston Post
Greenhalge
John EB. Russell
Democrats Suggest State Reform at Harrisburg Convention
The Democratic State convention in Harrisburg chose James L. Lanahan as temporary chair and E. P. Gillespie as permanent chair. The platform decries Republican policy, pledges sound taxation and currency, and endorses Governor Pattison. Frank C. Osbourne named State treasurer and Samuel Gastine Thompson for Supreme Court judge amid warnings about treasury corruption.
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Supreme Court
Harrisburg Opera House
James L. Lanahan
Luzerne County
E. P. Gillespie
Mercer County
Democratic Party
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Pennsyyvania
Pattison
Frank C. Osbourne
Allegheny County
Samuel Gastine Thompson
Philadelphia
Osburne
Osbourne
Hampshire fair at Northampton rained out but still hosts stock show
Rain persisted until 2 PM forcing the Hampshire Franklin and Hampden agricultural fair to break up in mud. About 220 cattle were on display including Herefords and Durhams. Holsteins from the State Lunatic Hospital and other farms joined sheep and swine exhibits. The fruit and flower display in City Hall drew praise, with Mary A. Mann giving away mums and spending $500 on plants. Hatfield horses highlighted the town’s famed breeding status.
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Hampshire
Franklin and Hampden
Bryant
Chesterfield
F. K. Sheldon
Southampton
Judge Pearsons
Holyoke
State Lunatic Hospital
Francis Clapp
South Deerfield
Mary A. Mann
Hatfield
Massachusetts
Retirement of bank circulation during recent stringency
National banks that expanded their circulation during the financial stringency are now retiring the excess. From May 1 to today banks took out 29 million dollars, bringing total national bank circulation to about 204 million. Law limits retirements to 3 million per month, so the contraction will be gradual over roughly a year if all excess is removed.
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Washington
Engagement presents dispute ends with no recovery
In Montpelier Vermont on September 19 a jury ruled that Charles Spaulding cannot recover presents given to Annie Donahue during their engagement. The couple’s engagement ended and Spaulding appealed the decision.
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Montpelier
Charles Spaulding
Annie Donahue
Indian Relic Found by Dedham Boy
Dedham Sept 19 Robert Kennedy Jr son of Robert Kennedy of Needham street Dedham Island found an Indian stone hatchet while playing in loam dug for a posthole The youth will likely present the relic to the Dedham Historical Society
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Dedham
Robert Kennedy, Jr
Robert Kennedy
Needham Street
Dedham Island
Mills 10 The Prom Cloture Debate in Senate
The debate centers on cloture as a tool to limit free debate while preserving the Senate’s legislative rights. Mr Platt proposes a five day general debate cap and a two day vote window. Senators including Teller discuss public opinion on silver and the risks to finance, with Mills and Stewart protesting the plan. Executive session follows and the body adjourns.
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House of Representatives
Senate
Platt
Teller
Verhees
Indiana
Mills
Stewart
House Debates Federal Election Bill as Quorum Fluctuates
Washington report details a filibuster over the federal election bill with repeated calls for quorum, a Burrows motion to dispense with committees, and a final tabled motion after Republicans and Democrats clash. Five votes shy of a quorum earlier, the House adjourned without further action.
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Washington
Flynn
Oklahoma
Secretary of War
United States
House
Burrows
Democrats Hold House Caucus on Session Duty and Election Law Repeal
Washington Sept 19 A Democratic House caucus chaired by Representative Holman endorsed full attendance to conduct public business. Speakers urged prompt action on repeal bills to remove the federal election laws, with a plan to keep the House in session until a quorum is achieved.
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House
Holman
Alderson
Crisp
Enloe
Tennessee
Fithian
Illinois
McMillin
Committee On
Boston Post Fights Railroad Blockade On Sunday Edition
The Boston Post vows to resist a rail alliance by rivals the Herald and Globe that makes distributing the Sunday edition costly. It aims to smash the combination and keep its edition available. The struggle is expected to attract attention across New England.
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Boston Post
Herald and Globe
Post
New England
Sunday Post circulation soars to new high
The Haverhill Bulletin reports the Sunday Post reached 102,240 copies, a leap in public confidence and record-breaking performance for Sunday papers. The paper is described as booming and in great shape.
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Haverhill Bulletin
Sunday Post
Post
The
Boston Ideas Volume Three Debuts With Noted Claims
The third Boston Ideas volume is now published and earned praise for living up to its title. It is described as a worthy addition with acknowledged success and merit.
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Boston Ideas
Widow in Blackmail Case Shocks Brockton
Mrs. Hattie M. Russell, about 40 and a widow, appeared in Brockton police court charged with sending blackmail notes to Levi A. Merri then a local shoe manufacturer. Letters demanded $50 with threats of exposing alleged affairs if not paid. Russell claimed a relative sent the letters. police questioned the sender and continued the case. Authorities referred the matter to postal officials for improper use of the mails. The case draws local attention due to the prominence of those involved.
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Brockton
Hattie M. Russell
Levi A. Merrithen
Railroad Avenue
Merrithen
Rand
Highland Park
City. P. S
C. DD
City
H. C
HH. Co. D
Foxboro
Russell
Bixby
Pennypacker Harbored After Guatemala Incident
The United States warship Alliance landed passenger L. P. Pennypacker in San Jose Guatemala after threats he would be arrested in Salvador jurisdiction. Captain Whiting transferred Pennypacker aboard the Alliance, San Blas sailed for Panama, Alliance to depart for Corinto today.
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New York
Herald
San Jose
Guatemala
United States
Alliance
Corinto
Nicaragua
L. P. Pennypacker
San Blas
Panama
Pennypacker
Salvador
Whiting
Allcante
Financier Sir Alexander T. Galt Dies in Montreal
Sir Alexander T. Galt, born in Chelsea, England in 1817, died this morning in Montreal of general debility. He served as finance minister before and after Confederation and held the post again until 1867. From 1880 to 1883 he was Canada’s high commissioner in England.
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Que
Alexander T. Galt
Chelsea
Eng
Canada
England
Ahlwardt Appeal Rejected by Court of Appeal
Leipsic September 19 The Court of Appeal today rejected Rector Ahlwardt s appeal against his libel conviction. He had charged the Hebrew firm of Ewe & Co gunmakers with supplying the government with half a million defective rifles. The appeal was not justified.
Edison Granted Temporary Injunction Against Competitors
In New York on September 19 the United States Circuit Court granted a temporary injunction to Edison Electric Company and Edison Electric Illuminating Company. The order restrains Mt Morris Electric Light Company and United Electric Company from using the Edison incandescent lamp patented January 27, 1880.
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New York
United States
lLacombe
Edison Electric Company
Edison Electric Illuminating Company
Mt. Morris Electric Light Company
United Electric Company
Thomas A. Edison
Steamer Maasdam Towed by Disabled P Caland
The P Caland, from Rotterdam to New York, spoke the Maasdam in latitude 50 north, longitude 2% west on Sept 17, bound for Plymouth with the Maasdam in tow. The Maasdam, sailing Sept 6, reports a broken crank pin.
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P. Caland
Rotterdam
New York
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Havi Ig
Maasdam
New Sere
Safety concerns rise over steamer Horn Head’s whereabouts
London dispatch reports maritime anxiousness about the British steamer Horn Head, Capt. Scott, which sailed from Baltimore on August 19 bound for Dublin. She was due two weeks ago, and insurance on her voyage was placed yesterday at eighty percent.
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London
Scott
Baltimore
Dublin
Five suffocated in Whitechapel fire in London
A small Whitechapel house burned this morning. After the blaze was subdued, four women and a man were found dead, believed to have suffocated from smoke before escaping.
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London
Whitechapel
Mooted Question Boston Post in Sunday Edition
The Boston Post showed strong effort in its first Sunday edition with lively content and current topics. Readers might question if the public would prefer fewer pages with the same energy and breadth of interest.
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Boston Ideas
Boston Post
Post launches first Sunday edition of the Sun day paper
The Post announces its first Sunday edition on September 10 as the new venture by Mr. Grazier. The daily already demonstrates strong momentum, with confidence the Sunday issue will succeed and contribute to overall prosperity of the publication.
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Little Wonder
the Post
Grazier
Surprise All Around At Boston Sunday Post Event
East Boston Free Press reports the Boston Sunday Post exceeded expectations, surprising even its most sanguine friends with the outcome.
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East Boston Free Press
Boston Sunday Post
Imperial army maneuvres continue as South Army drives North
The Hungarian campaign reports the South Army forcing North forces to retreat at Can’t Ride horseback. Von Reinlander commands the South, crossing the river with pontoon boats and landing on the opposite bank to push the enemy back. Emperor William, sidelined by a boil, watches on foot with a telescope, impressed by the Honveds.
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Guens
Hungary
Stob
von Reinlander
William
Women Before the Camera as Photographic Art and Portraits
A celebrated photographer extols Bernhardt as the most graceful sitter and describes poses from Cleopatra lounging to modern gowns. Queen Victoria and Princesses England, Mary, and Victoria are praised for never spoiling plates. New double-exposure and color photography are noted alongside enduring smiling conventions.
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Bernhardt
Cleopatra
England
Princess of Wales
Princess Mary
Victoria
Letty Lind
Cinder Ellen
Candor and Courtesy in Truth Telling and Kindness
A writer argues that candor must be tempered by kindness. Truth told with malice harms relationships and self perception, while veracity guided by love preserves dignity. The piece cites Hawthorne and nursery rules, urging candor within kindness.
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Hawthorne
Heaven
Earth
Harper’s Bazar
Selecting a Glove Glove fit and hand grace in focus
The essay argues that glove fit determines hand appearance and function. It notes the thumbpiece length and width, palm proportions, and back stitching all affect the hand’s look and ease of use. Poor cut can make the hand appear short thick and unable to grip objects.
Evangeline origin details by Longfellow and Hawthorne
Mrs. Caroline Dall explains Longfellow’s claim about Evangeline. Hawthorne discussed the Acadian exile and a famine of imagination, and Longfellow later asked him permission to turn the tale into verse. Hawthorne joined others in the dinner where the idea grew.
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Caroline H. Dall
Longfellow
Mada
Evangeline
Hawthorne
Sumner
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