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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1900
Page
4
The article notes the Boston Post's coverage of Democratic papers in New England and their role in regional political discourse. It mentions editors, dates, and ongoing editorial debates influencing public opinion and party alignment.
Reports say two British soldiers killed and four wounded as Boers seize five British companies with camp stores near Bloemfontein. Boers threaten Roberts's railroad link at the south while Basuto and other tribes menacingly pivot actions. Britain faces the challenge of large-scale native resistance and sustaining control if Bloemfontein falls.
In Massachusetts the issue of attaching the referendum to the railroad lease bill is argued as a nonpartisan matter for the people to decide. The Legislature should either refer the leases to the people or reject them, to ensure a conclusive and satisfactory decision.
The Paris exposition opens on Saturday and is framed as a powerful peace influence amid long eastern tensions. France’s commitment to peace and the fair’s commercial promise are cited as reasons the European peace may endure through the year, despite sensational talks in journals and street chatter.
The article notes Lord Roberts hoisted the British flag over Bloemfontein after defeats and captures, yet warns the Orange Free State remains unsubjugated. It cites heavy British losses and Boer resistance as Roberts is pressed near Bloemfontein, with further actions at Korn Spruit and Reddersburg.
General Otis is relieved of command at his own request to return home for private affairs after nearly three years abroad. Critics accuse him of censorship and misleading dispatches from Manila, but supporters say he did not seek hero status. his return is to attend to matters at home, not disgrace.
A new law reduces street car fares for public school students, requiring half fares for rides to and from school. Boston Elevated Railway is exempted due to its charter. Other lines must cut prices now, signaling broader reforms to boost service while profits tempt quicker fare reductions.
The column mentions Concord plans for a day of activities starting at sunrise with a big evening blowout. It highlights Judge Wentworth in Lexington who plays chess as relaxation. The Sunday Post features the Austin dam disaster and a humorous piece on child composition, plus Scottish terrier anecdotes.
The Sunday Post highlights the discovery of vast wealth in East Boston cellars from the Sufts trial and the disappearance of James Stevenson's fortune. It notes stories about Jesse Gove's City 1 Inspector Knox and thief Thomas Jackson, along with Easter wedding forecasts and new bonnets. John F. Kyes of Worcester lectures on The Human Face at St James Church with live painting. The issue touts sports coverage in the Sporting Post and a strong Woman's Post with serials and stories.
A vivid portrait of San Francisco with cable cars moving through flaring lights and fog, ships in the bay, warships guarding the Golden Gate, and hills, towers, and bustling trade flowing through the city. Poetic lines describe Mary Austin’s view of the great bay and skyline.
A collage of humorous exchanges from various papers includes Styles on a satin dress, Fuddle joking with a doctor about insomnia, a fox and eggs joke, a dachshund quip, and Niagara guide wit about a Kentucky colonel. The pieces showcase light banter and period humor.
Fishermen in Holland kill all fish upon landing while French fishermen let them suffocate. An icicle tumbled from a mill roof in Winooski Vermont, crashing through a lower roof and floor. Hawaiian missionary descendants are about one twentieth of the white population excluding Portuguese. A Vandam Street resident lists farmer as occupation among New York police applicants. The Prince of Wales will be reinstated as grand master of the British Freemasons on April 2. A suit against New York City by an alleged temporary emergency apothecary seeks services. London dinner parties adopt khaki tablecloths imitating cavalry boots as military fever grows.
The piece surveys diverse figures including a Pretoria funeral tribute by captured officers for General Joubert, Dr. John Guiteras’ Havana chair in intertropical pathology, Idaho Governor Steunenberg’s imposing stature, a youth anecdote about Lord Kitchener, Bishop Donatus Sbaretti’s linguistic mastery, and Stevens Institute President Henry Morton urging scientific education for accuracy in a scientific era.
A solitary woman in a passenger car contemplates remorse and a fragile reunion as a journey unfolds toward an anticipated confrontation with Philip. A note promising forgiveness and a future together triggers hope before a cold, final dismissal ends the scene.
A dated meal plan shows multiple course items including dinner and supper offerings with oranges Grape Nuts cream and sugar and a listed dessert sequence. The text includes a cherry sponge custard recipe instructions involving corned cherries gelatine eggs and whipped cream attributed to Mrs M G Konney of 60 Ianox Street Norweed Mass.
Miss Sarah Levin and Mr Jacob Lowerstam wed at the bride’s home 529 Hanover Street. Rabbi My. S. Schoher officiated as the bridal party wore white satin and lace with orange blossom veil. Bridesmaids included Miss Le Fleisher and others. best man C. J. Rauch assisted.
Zitkala-Sa, also known as Miss Simmons, a Sioux educator and violin soloist, travels from Boston to join the Carlisle Band bound for Paris. Her life spans Yankton Sioux origins, Carlisle School studies, and Boston Conservatory training as she prepares for the French exposition.
The city plans an Easter display at the public garden with blooms from rubber plants primroses geraniums and hyacinths. Superintendent Doogue oversees oversized pandanas veitchii lantana and hibiscus as 500000 lilies and 16000 hyacinths are prepared for the parade of color.
A heated Educational Alliance debate on Antizionism last evening in Court Street drew sharp divides. Opponents and supporters showcased strong views while judges and police officials weighed in on security and departmental oversight amid anticipated changes in assignments.
Republicans push to replace Commissioner Curtis with Governor Crane resisting reappointment. Belligerent factions argue over liquor squad abolition and police board unity as reforms and upheaval loom in Boston during a tense power struggle.
The text records a wedding ceremony for Morris Simon and a partner officiated by a Reverend. It mentions guests Rosent, East Blonman, Haskel Kaplan, and L. Cohen. After the ceremony, dancing and a duet were enjoyed by attendees.
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