British Weeklies Clash Over American Canal Question
The Saturday Review argues the United States must respect treaty limits or face global steps to protect itself. The Spectator backs the Clayton Bulwer treaty while urging Britain to limit entanglements in Central America and keep only Honduras. It warns Mr Hiay may force further concessions in a new treaty.
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London
Saturday Review
The
Spectator
United States
American Isthmus
England
Suez Canal
British Honduras
Central America
Great Britain
John Hiay
Funston Reward Sparks Mixed Feelings Over Aguinaldo Capture
The president promotes General Frederick Funston for his role in capturing Aguinaldo. Critics note the victory relied on deception and treachery by supposed allies. They also fault the ethics of rewarding a mission built on betrayal while acknowledging Funston risked his life.
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Aguinaldo
Frederick Funston
Philippines
Twentieth Kansas Regiment
Funston
Day of the Horse Heralds Horses Over Automobiles
An article ties the opening of a horse show to the withdrawal of a major automobile company, arguing the horse will endure alongside machines. It asserts the horseless era is unlikely, noting the horse’s long bond with human development and its role in poetry and art.
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Automobile
Maurice Barrymore
Bellevue
John McCullen
Cline
Blyce
Boston
The Horse Show Remains Man's Warm Favorite
The article argues machines cannot replace the horse in affection, praising the horse’s life and beauty. It notes machines may perform similar tasks but lack the responsive charm and natural refinement seen in the finest horses showcased at the Horse Show.
Progress of Medicine and the Cancer Germ Discovery
The article discusses Dr. Gaylord of Buffalo claiming to have found the cancer germ, noting the weight of years of study and the germ theory's scientific basis. It highlights recent advances like pneumonia serum, diphtheritic antitoxin, and yellow fever findings, and hopes for antidotes and cancer prevention amid rising cases.
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Gaylord
Buffalo
Cuba
The National Faith and Cuban Independence Debate
Senator Platt claims Cuba will accept the Havana convention terms tied to the army appropriation bill. Critics argue true independence requires no foreign veto on treaties or internal affairs, warning that U.S. promises must not become annexation by business interests and arms.
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Platt
Connecticut
Cuba
Havana
United States
Elevator incident and theater notes from Boston observations
A column notes amusing elevator mix ups in Adams and Tremont buildings with witty exchanges, then describes a Harvard Idler Club stage adaptation of Mons Beaucaire by Radcliffe women. Also mentions Maurice Barrymore’s hospitalization, subway ventilation concerns, and local gossip about actors and Boston civic changes.
Canines and Society Features in City and Show News
The report notes Boston dogs and their stylish care at a major show, while New York’s canines are similarly dressed for a fashionable resort. Mrs. Pope’s terrier Yankee competes with prospects of ribbons, and Albany lumber dealer Benjamin Pope shows prized horses at his Concord farm. Professor Charles Eliot Norton returns to Dante classes after illness. Alden descendants plan a Plymouth Pilgrim reunion at Highland Park in summer.
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Boston
New York
Benjamin Pope
Albany Street
Charles Eliot Norton
Cambridge
Encian
John Alden
Highland Park
Aldens
Shinny Memories of Boyhood Pals and Glass-Bown Games
A reflective piece recalling carefree shinny days and carefree friends from childhood. The speaker contrasts past camaraderie with present cliques and notes a possible future golf effort, while cherishing memories of companions described with nicknames like Fatty Nudged by Washington Star reflections on youth and sport.
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Washington Star
Comedy of Errors Over Misdelivered Plumber Message
A Roxbury boarder tries to leave a plumber’s call at a tailor shop after a misread note. A foreign language misunderstanding and a viewing machine scene spark confusion, ending with the landlady accusing the tenant of insulting her by sending a tailor instead of a plumber.
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Blue Hill Avenue
Roxbury
Leeres
James Stephens Buried in Glasnevin Cemetery
The funeral of Fenian leader James Stephens, who died Friday, was held today at Glasnevin Cemetery. Pallbearers included Michael Davitt and other nationalist figures. the coffin led by six horses with wreaths and an Irish flag. Stephens lies beside his wife in the martyrs’ plot with no speeches.
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John Redmond
House of Commons
Timothy Harrington
Dublin
Williaim Feld
St. Patrick’s
John J. Clancy
North Dublin
Stephens
Logan Statue Unveiling Planned for Iowa Circle
Washington March 31 arrangements for the Logan statue unveiling in Iowa Circle on April 9 are set. Col Theodore A Bing ham will lead the ceremonies with General Granville Dodge as escort. Rev Frank W Bristol will give the invocation followed by a Simmons sculpture presentation and Master John Tucker unveiling. President McKinley will speak and Senator Chauncey M Dever will deliver the oration.
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Washington
John A. Logan
Iowa Circle
Theodore A. Bingham
Granville 8
Dodge
Ely
Frank W. Bristol
M. E. Church
Franklin Simmons
John Tucker
Park Street Sunday School Reunion Draws Hundreds
Yesterday was reunion day for Park Street Sunday School with officers teachers and scholars and hundreds of former members and families attending. The exercises followed the morning church service from 12 to 1 and featured a special address under the direction of Pastor John Lindsay Withrow and Superintendent Alfred H. Sater.
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Park Street
John Lindsay Withrow
Alfred H. Sater
Meeting House Hill Club to stage A Close Brave in Dorchester
The Meeting House Hill Club presents A Close Brave by George M at Bloomfield Hall Dorchester on April 19. Rehearsals are underway with high hopes for a very successful production. After the play, dancing will be provided.
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George M
Baker
Meeting House Hill Club
Bloomfield Hall
Dorchester
Holmes Solves Letter Signer Mystery In Rent Dispute
Sherlock Holmes Jr. debunks a woman's handwriting claim on a rent notice, proving the signature came from no woman and that the rent letter was forged to pressure the tenant. The scene shifts to a tense ending as the man contemplates life under rising costs.
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Sherlock’ Holmes, Jr
Sherlock Holmes, Jr
Eolmes
Chicago Times-Herald
Roast Quip Sparks Mild Exchange About Rare Prints
A brief exchange pokes fun at the term rare prints with a quip about being not well done. The light banter showcases playful wordplay in a casual setting.
Why is it called poker explained by press quotes
Excerpt notes a debate on the origin of poker. Detroit Free Press questions the term as a device for playing with fire while Harper's Bazar mocks modern hopes for owning an automobile, showing literary skepticism about gambling and technology.
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Detroit Free Press
Judicial gallantry and witty exchanges cross paper headlines
A collection of short quips from papers including a judge questioning a female witness age and limiting guesses, a note about Link Lowe signing with a Boston club, and satire about London and American city council junkets implying different expense norms.
Odd Bits of News From Around the World
A collection of brief curiosities and notes: Japanese travel habits favor third class. Clearchus on soldiers fearing generals. Boone descendants near extinction with Elizabeth Ward Boone van Honen berg dying in Kingston New York. Beaumur studied wasps under glass nests. electric shock used to curb horse kicking. Lubec to mint its own coins replacing the Kaiser’s head. Vermont nickname Green Mountain) Origin from French meaning green mountain. Wisconsin Assembly bills include post 1904 railroad derailment safety devices.
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Clearchus
Daniel Boone
Elizabeth Ward
Boone Vanhonensberg
Kentucky
Kingston
Beaumur
Lubec
Vermont
Green Mountain Colony
Green Mountain
Wisconsin Assembly
Young
Eau Slaire
Invalided Home in a tropical outpost tale of love and reconciliation
In a Lucon jungle outpost Jim Graham and Bill Connolly share a bond as Graham reveals his broken engagement with Nell and her new suitor Charles McPherson. After Graham is wounded and invalided home Nell responds with a heartfelt letter that rekindles hope, leading Graham to reunite with Nell and plan a postponed wedding with Connolly as best man.
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Tropics
Luzon
Las Cuisnas
Jim
Graham
Bill Connolly
Connolly
Hades
Charles McPherson
McPherson
Bill
Manila
Maniéila
Jim Graham
California
Golden Gate
Fines Harbor
Bild Connolly
Nell
Addae
Rev W W Bustard Speaks on Harmony and Heaven
The Rev W W Bustard of Dudley Street Baptist Church spoke at Association Hall yesterday on In Tune with the Infinite. He said love creates harmony and harmony creates heaven, noting sin and discord brought death into the world and Christ unites tangled souls with heaven and the Infinite.
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W. W. Bustard
Dudley Street Baptist Church
Association Hall
Mr. Bustard
Christ
Final Readings on India and Society Events in Boston
The World of Society column reports on Mrs Harnett's India readings at Fortnightly Club and a Mrs Costello C Converse event in Brookline. It notes Dorchester church farewell for Rev Benjamin A Goodrich, upcoming Easter weddings, and the Old Cambridge Photographic Club exhibition with multiple amateurs exhibiting.
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Symphony Hall
Boston
Henschel
Richard
Dixey
Esther Hayden
Eugene Clapp
M. A. Mixter
F.B. Brewer
Anna M. Dodd
M. R. Bailey
Lena Little
C. M. Loeffler
Gericke
E. D. Robbins
A. E. Estabrook
M. L. Pierce
Alice C. Palmer
C. E. Lauriat
Thomas W. Lawson
Anna. M. Taylor
Mr. Abbott
Brookline
Adele G. Thayer
Frank. W. Stearns
A. S. Montague
B. M. Farnsworth
George H. Bradford
Jackson
Marlboro Street
C. A
India
Henry M. Whitney
Parish Women’s Alliance
Octavia Hill
J. Elliot Cabot
Clyde Street
Charles Edward Macallar
Florida
Westminster
Macallar
Mabel Frederica Ballard
Frederick J. Ballard
Auburndale
W. Waldo Merrill
Beacon Street
B. H. Warner
the Brunswick
Herbert S. Hayford
Chester
Brooklyn
Atlantic City
George. L. Webb
Park Street
Haddon Hall
Henry
E. .Turner
Washington Street
Malden
John E. Bird
Commonwealth Avenue
Europe
Morton’ Mott-Smith
Arthur H. Bailey
Newton
Dorchester
Benjamin A. Goodrich
Christ Church
Goodrich
California
Addie Kimball
Lemuel Cushingimball
Henry Clay Grant
Arlington Street
Kimball
Old Cambridge Photographic Club
James J. Greenough
Lois L. Howe
Charles W. Kettell
Margaret A. Leavitt
Caroline Eabody
Helen T. Beacon
J. &. Thorp
James Rs Wells
A Black Suit For Easter
A local ad promotes Black Suits for all occasions from preaching to funerals. It touts durability and dignity with styles including Clays Unfinished Worsteds Cheviots Viennas and Dress Worsteds. Prices range from ten to twenty dollars.
Daily Table Hints and Breakfast Menu from Sunday Post
The Sunday Post outlines daily table hints with a breakfast menu including Germ Wheat Ham and Eggs Corn Muffin Sugar and Cream Hashed Brown Potatoes Coffee. Luncheon features Escalloped Oysters Hot Raised Biscuits Pickle Buttercup Cake Tea or Cocoa. Dinner lists Cream of Celery Soup Roast Chicken Cranberry Sauce Squash Mashed Potatoes Celery Apple Tapioca Pudding Buttercup cake recipe portions and egg notes. Includes a recipe for buttercup cake and eggs yolk orange extract and powder suggestions. Signed by Mrs E F Wade of 86 Hancock Street Boston.
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E. F. Wade
Hancock Street
Boston
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Boston Post
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Sunday Post
Post Publishing Company
Boston Business Office
Boston Boston
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B.A. Grozer
the Sunday Post
Adams
Tremont
Booth Tarkington
Mons. Beaucaire
Idler
Harvard
Radcliffe
Scollay Square
Ethel
Lionel
Barrymore
John Sidney
Drew
Bt Bt
Elm Hill
John Arthur Fraser
Chicago
Charles Frohman
Mr. Fraser
G. P. Baxter
Maine
Portland
Castoria
Young’s
West
James Stephens
Logan
Theatricals
Sherloock Holmes, Jr
Detroit Journal
Askington
Harper's Bazar
Kansas City Independent
Lowe
Cleveland Plain Dealer
London City Council
the Post
Mary
Keating
Hyde Park Avenue, Roslindale
WORLD
Mr. Henschel
Oak Hall
Washington and
Elm Streets
Horace Cousens
Notman Company
Red Springs
Paine Furniture CO
Anal Street
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