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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1899
Page
5
Hon Harrison Huma criticizes imperialist preaching of false doctrines at a Ladies' Nacht event. He frames the discourse as a clash between true principles and deceptive external influences. The remarks spotlight anti-imperialist sentiments within the gathering.
Remarkable speeches were delivered at the Vendome by Boston's Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company guests for the annual Ladies Night banquet of the London club. Notable attendees included P. A. Collins Harrison Hume Rev A A Berle and others. letters of regret were read from Lord Minto and Major General Edward Hutton.
The Honorable A A Collins and Hon Harrison Hume voiced praise for the London Ancients trip while criticizing clerical humanitarianism. Speakers urged harmony between Britain and the United States and celebrated the flag and unity, contrasting peace rhetoric with current political stances.
The New York City rapid transit bill was amended to grant a fifty year franchise instead of a perpetual one and passed by both houses of the Legislature. The Columbus Band will give a concert at Music Hall next Sunday for St. Leonard's Benevolent Society featuring local artists.
L. D. Sanborn a long time millwright in Newton Lower Falls suffered a severe shoulder injury when a heavy shaft struck him. After three applications of Omega Oil he could raise his arm and the pain subsided. He endorses Omega Oil as a remedy for bruises sprains and aches.
Senator Frye receives praise at a New York Merchants Association banquet hosted by Mrs. George C Boldt. Governor Roosevelt presided and President McKinleys letter commended Frye’s support for trade and industry as speakers and guests praised his services. The event featured speeches by W Bayard Cutting and Senator Platt.
Senator Frye extolled harbor improvements led by private citizen J. W. Ambrose. He warned of fierce foreign competition, urged deeper rivers and canals, and advocated a Nicaragua or similar isthmian route to shorten Atlantic Asia trade and boost exports, citing rail and freight cost reductions and recent war outcomes.
The closing arguments in the Mrs. George trial in Canton Ohio were under way when court adjourned. Prosecutor Pomerene spoke after 2 pm and will likely finish tomorrow. Jurors may be charged after Thursday noon. Mrs. George showed tears as the account of her life was given. Defense lawyer Welty wrapped up his portion in the morning.
Boston ushers held their annual concert in Union Park Hall with 600 attendees including leading theater figures. Grand march led by Harry G. Byer and Jennie L. Heron, followed by William Day and Mary Hennessey. Music and a cake walk entertained, with prize awarded to Harry Peyser and Ebulalle from The Girl From Ireland company.
In Manchester New Hampshire on April 26 Mrs Michael Portello of 37% Dubuque Street attempted suicide by cutting her throat with a razor. The act followed a recent accident to her husband and she is 87 years old.
In Whitinsville on April 26 Miss Alice Louise Taft daughter of Mrs. Gustavus Taft wed Joseph Stebbens Bryant of Buffalo New York. The ceremony occurred in the town’s new Congregational Church opened for the occasion. The couple plan to reside in Buffalo after their wedding tour.
The twenty second annual session of the Royal Arcanum Grand Council of Massachusetts convenes at 3 p.m. in Berkeley Hall. The meeting will discuss suspensions caused by late payments and changes in assessments as two new councils join and consolidation occurs.
The Young Men's Congregational Club annual meeting elected officers led by President James P. Prince and included discussion of Governor Rollins and the idea of “Black States” for African Americans. A speaker praised the Christian Endeavor Society while cautioning pastors’ influence and church vitality.
The Walker Club presented Gillette's farce The Private Secretary at Copley Hall for Technology's junior week. Miss Kate Ryan coached the cast, led by Allen Winters Rowe and George Meade, with strong performances from Scully Jr and Hilken. Proceeds fund a $10 000 gymnasium memorial to General Walker.
The article surveys Boston stage news including Kellard sailing May 9 to support Mme Modjeska, Annie Clarke on a Boston business trip, and plans for A Dangerous Maid to London. It notes testimonials for Charles J. Rich, Ingersoll lectures, Mackaye in The Charlatan, Paderewski European tour, Rafael Joseffy recital, Schlatter healing show, Katherine Florence starring with Gillette, The Three Dragoons at Boston Theatre, Sothern in The King's Musketeer, Griffith Davenport final, Runaway Girl at Tremont, Viola Allen's Boston Museum run, Castle Square's The Banker's Daughter, Cumberland 61 at Columbia, and May openings across theatres with many casts.
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