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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1898
Page
4
The Boston Post lists subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions with yearly and shorter-term options. Instructions include changing address and payment methods, noting all money sent at the sender’s risk and payments to the Post Publishing Company.
Boston Post announces subscriptions must be paid in advance and will be discontinued on expiration without notice. Readers in New York can obtain the Post at leading hotels and through newsdealers. Address or postal notice may be used to report delivery issues. Editor Grozier signs the notice.
A historical call to rapid and decisive action in modern warfare. The piece argues that advances in technology and new weaponry require whirlwind, energetic combat. It urges the United States to confront Spain over the Cuban question with vigor and speed, then move on to other tasks.
The article argues against privateering in any upcoming conflict with Spain. It condemns privateering as legalized piracy and favors state vessels over private adventurers. It notes neither nation is bound by Paris conference rules but urges adherence to neutrality norms.
The Legislature considers extending fire insurance to cover bombardment risks amid war fears. The insurance commissioner notes demand for protection, but Boston’s harbor defenses and distance from potential fleets render bombardment highly improbable.
A fragment notes that damage was more destructive to the vessel than to the intended targets, implying the ship itself bore the brunt of the attack rather than its cargo or equipment.
The nation moves toward war as Spain cuts diplomatic ties and the United States readies the North Atlantic squadron from Key West to Havana. President McKinley is urged to quickly mobilize regular troops, call 100000 volunteers, and fund the effort with a transparent popular loan at 3 percent, all to press Spain to exit Cuba.
The Post discusses the resignation of Postmaster General Gary citing policy disagreements on Cuba and notes Charles Emory Smith as a strong anti Quay replacement. It urges Richard Olney to head State as the Cuba crisis unfolds, praising his proven decisive, level headed leadership in Venezuela.
A wartime call favors Fitzhugh Lee receiving a Union general’s commission to unite the nation. The writer argues the Civil War era divides are ending and stresses marching together under a single flag from Maine to Texas as a unifying aim. The suggestion recalls Lee’s former Confederate gray and urges him to wear blue again.
The piece argues war costs require extraordinary measures including a $600 million loan and revival of Civil War era internal taxes. It notes public subscription could fund the loan and warns against note dealings with syndicates or favored arrangements.
The Observant Citizen recalls The Boston Post's display of the Stars and Stripes and naval signals for Remember the Maine. It notes conversations on Pop concerts, Mrs Julia Arthur Cheney’s recovery, travel safety, counterfeit notes, Philadelphia’s orchestra, local dieting curiosities, and war-induced hotel declines though summer yachting plans may be affected as the government bids for the Illawarra.
A wartime prayer urges divine aid for soldiers gathering on plains of war. It pleads for strength, righteous force, and protection from fear as nations confront imminent conflict. Written by P. A. Childs and published in the New York Mail and Express.
Charles Linder Pope son of Colonel Albert A. Pope of Boston died at Peekskill Military Academy New York from intermittent fever. He was 16 years old and had studied at Hale School and Peekskill. His mother Mrs Abby Linder Pope traveled from Boston to be with him. his father rode from Hartford but arrived after his death. He was a bright student, skilled in sports and military matters, and greatly loved by family and friends.
The Post notes that its Short Story That Game of Cribbage appears to copy The Winner from Mumsey Magazine for March. It warns readers that stolen articles are detectable and thanks those who report originality violations.
A narrator recalls winter lodging in Maine when an old farmhouse hosts tell of a murderess ghost. A white figure guides the visitor to four solitary trees where gold is buried beneath a stone. The treasure vanishes with dawn, leaving tooth marks on bedposts as proof of the quest.
A historical Boston menu note lists meals for breakfast lunch and supper with recipes for watercress salad potato cakes mutton stew and green peas suisse eggs and desserts. The section credits Mrs A M Corb of 87 Worcester Square Boston Massachusetts.
Miss Pearl Jones a Chicago woman known for organizing a Red Cross branch among Black women has been elected daughter of the new regiment of colored volunteers. Sir Mark Anthony Truite dies at 90 in Tiperary after decades devoted to aviation. Colonel Fred Grant resembles his father and smokes like him. Mrs. Rebecca Van Zandt dies at 106 in Seneca Falls after meeting every New York governor. John Whitbeck of Hudson, Michigan, is the oldest practicing attorney with sixty one years in the field and owns rare legal volumes.
A collage of light humor and social quirks from the era. Dialogues reveal romance poverty family wealth aging relatives and mistaken identities. features brief gibes about hair wigs poetry reading and parental dialogue in a joke format.
A clever ad pitches Spring Suits and Overcoats for stout men and tall slim men, inviting those hard to fit to visit the store. It touts extra size shirts and underwear, with custom tailoring and hundreds of piece goods, promising first class cutters, reliable workmanship, and fair prices.
Williams and Callahan tour White River Junction as Chicago platform support dominates club meeting. The Democratic Club elects Fitzpatrick president Miller and Donolly vice presidents Jackson secretary. Massachusetts speakers invited to address the club before the next convention. A banquet features ten minute talks by Williams Callahan and others.
Theodore Winthrop Post 35 Chelsea held a grand Army Hall meeting praising President McKinley and Cabinet. A ten member committee was appointed to enroll Chelsea volunteers and direct fundraising to recruit young men for service. The session featured remarks by Rev N T Kittaker urging support and recalling Civil War valor.
The West End Ladies' Aid Association at 68 Hanover Street elected officers including Harry Gordon as resident, Mrs A Koritz as vice president, Lot tie Weiss and C Blum as secretaries, with S Stone as treasurer and S Wir man, R Sirk, M Markelson and E Whitman on the charity committee.
The President accepts Postmaster General Garys resignation due to ill health and names Charles Emory Smith of Philadelphia as his successor. Captain A J Hoitt of Lynn is appointed pension agent at Boston, replacing Henry B Lovering. Smith, born 1842 in Mansfield Connecticut, has a long journalism career including editorships at the Albany Evening Journal and Philadelphia Press.
Captain Augustus J. Hoitt chosen as pension agent in Boston following prior notice. Born December 13, 1845 in Northwood New Hampshire he enlisted in 1861 and rose to captain after two wounds. He later served as Lynn city marshal and postmaster before entering real estate. He has long allied with Republicans and supported Senator Lodge.
Fireman Thomas F E Conroy, wounded at the Merrimac street fire, leaped onto a moving East Boston ferry car to seize a four year old girl aiding a two year old across Hanover and Parmenter streets. He grabbed the child, jumped back as the fender grazed his leg, and the crowd cheered.
A Boston University gathering drew 300 men after a minute call meeting. Josiah Dearborn urged readiness and the formation of several companies, with Hartford Beaumont Edward Fisher Major Darling and others offering to drill. Over 100 men signed enlistment in minutes as drill begins after officer elections.
In a letter to the editor, Robert T. Hay of Boston laments the Bram case verdict as a juror compromise. He criticizes three jurors for yielding to nine in a life imprisonment case and fears the new law altering outcomes undermined jury trust and trial by jury.
Inspector Jim Sheehan of the Boston Elevated Railway Company saved many lives at City square waiting room Charlestown by stopping two runaway horses owned by P O Riordan. He grabbed the bridles as they pulled him into the sidewalk crashing a clothing store window before he guided them back to the stable.
Mrs Micah Dyer Jr was selected as president for the tenth consecutive year at the Woman's Charity Club annual meeting held at Hotel Vendome. Other officers include Mrs Dora Bascom Smith and Mrs G T Perkins as vice presidents, Mrs S H Paige recording secretary, Mrs R D Cushing corresponding secretary, Mrs J Sewall Reed treasurer, Mrs L C Clapp assistant treasurer, and auditors Mrs M By Dinsmore and Mrs E H Parker.
Josef Hofmann, a talented young pianist, gave a second recital to a delighted audience. Critics noted his early promise fulfilled with mature touch and phrasing, reflecting true artistry beyond his years.
The Sheil Literary Association marked its thirty-ninth anniversary with a banquet last evening attended by about seventy-five. Speakers included J. P. J. Ward and D. A. Cronin among others. Officers elected for the coming year are President F A Gallagher Vice President D A Cronin Secretary John J Boyle Jr Director James H Doyle P F Silk John Boyle Thomas W Malone and Timothy.
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