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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1898
Page
4
The Boston Journal editorial questions claims that lawmakers sought lobbyist influence in the Post telephone bill dispute. It notes absentees from the vote on the bill and says the lobbyists will not prevail against the General Court when the bill faces engrossment next week.
Six major European powers jointly addressed the U S President urging negotiations to end the Cuban crisis and restore order while preserving peace. President McKinley replied recognizing good will but warned of grave threats to American tranquility and humanity, insisting Cuba must be free and orderly. The Maine incident is cited as a call for island independence from Spain. The article also discusses Massachusetts cotton industry troubles and a memorial urging wage hour changes, contrasting with broader New England wage reductions and state labor policies.
The article argues war with Spain is imminent due to insufferable Cuba conditions and the Maine's sinking. It asserts the United States seeks peace but will act to defend liberty and humanity, noting Cuban suffering and American restraint and patience.
The text argues against suspending tax remissions or loosening labor laws, noting long-term dividends and benefits to workers from steady policy. It warns that removing restrictions on excessive hours would overturn Massachusetts' sound policy, while concessions to the cotton industry might be considered.
The text speaks of a high unselfish motive to honor history and foresees a triumph of the humanities. It promises a significant expansion of free lands in the western hemisphere, framing the effort as a historic achievement for liberty and culture.
The Observant Citizen surveys Easter gift customs and local philanthropy, noting Harriet A. Bigelow's bequest for a Melrose destitute children home and donations to Melrose Hospital. It also reports spring preparations, social visits,—Mrs. Charles H. Hoyt in Boston for Easter—yacht Penelope’s return, and upcoming entertainments at Park and Tremont theatres.
The Soldiers' Home Ladies' Aid Association votes to host a large May 18 reception at the Ven dome with Mrs. Franklin T. Rose as chair. The meeting reports $654.84 on hand, 386 inmates at the home, 93 in hospital, and 6 deaths this month.
The Gaulois reports that if war with Spain erupts the French soprano Mlle Calve will stay in Paris. She plans to take part in a major revival of Gluck Armida there rather than return to the United States.
A young elocution professor dismisses class and encounters May Ashton. She struggles with a poem until he confesses his love, persuading her to say “I love you” as he guides her through emotion and tenderness in a frail romance.
Charleston dispatch reports Margaret Mather the actress died in the city at 6 p.m. of convulsions caused by acute Brights disease after collapsing during Cymbeline. Born near Hamilton Ontario and raised in Detroit, she faced a turbulent career with multiple marriages and famed productions, including Joan of Arc. No funeral plans yet.
A house menu lists meals for breakfast lunch and dinner with items like bacon donuts baked potatoes bread and butter coffee clam chowder roast pork mashed potatoes graham bread radishes lemon pie tea and a supper of cold ham macaroni rolls and light fruit cake plus an annotated doughnuts recipe and a fruit cake recipe attributed to Miss Ethel Leffman of 16 Bower Street Roxbury.
A poem from the Cleveland Plain Dealer laments Spain's darkest era. It describes in stark imagery the Inquisition and executions, portraying burning stakes, torment, and civilian suffering as a grim reflection on national honor.
Dorchester writer commends visible effort to reveal idens and ways of the telephone bill and urges lawmakers to stand with the people against corporate influence. The letter predicts twenty years of progress toward recognizing citizens’ rights and cautions against opposition from self interests.
A preliminary U S Geological Survey report shows total U S coal production in 1897 about 198 250 000 short tons with value near 198 100 000 dollars an increase of roughly 3 8 percent from 1896. The value rise is just under 1 percent. Output for 1897 is the largest on record.
The Zola Club entertained members at its new rooms 112 Porter Street East Boston. Dr W Kahn spoke on Health and Wealth Abraham Alpert gave a humorous Moses and Mecw Winley address linking Cuban struggles to Israelites in Pharaohs land. McKinley urged to be Moses of the Cubans and liberty lovers. After songs the Zola Quartet led to a banquet.
A fashion note favors dimity for summer wear over gingham, noting its cooler feel and practicality. It describes a blue dimity street suit with three tuck fronts, V neck over a chemisette, embroidered collar, and handkerchief finish at the sleeves, suited for city life.
Coroner Fitzpatrick begins an inquest into the March 28 death of actress Laura Boothe found in the New Amsterdam Hotel. Death from a bullet wound in the head reported. Lee, her alleged husband and theater manager, brought her to the hotel. Dr Donian testifies death was almost instantaneous. Cissy Fitzgerald testifies that Miss Boothe had warned of danger if Lee left her.
A collage of humorous vignettes and quips from Mrs Bowers on an ocean voyage and various domestic exchanges. Jokes include superstition over thirteen broken plates, a wife placating a husband, a suitor’s serious intent about buying a wheel, and lighthearted reflections on manners and shopping.
Poem excerpt laments war and seeks peace with resolve. It envisions a ship of state sailing to harbor while battle lanterns burn and thunder gathers. The speaker calls for divine guidance and a purposeful, warlike peace rather than tranquil sleep.
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