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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1898
Page
4
Governor Wolcott urges maintaining the distinct regimental identities as Second Sixth Eighth and Ninth Massachusetts in the upcoming volunteer force. He argues to avoid duplicating numbers and to let regiments go to front intact, then return intact with honor. A simple legislative act can secure this right.
Editorial lauds Rear Admiral Sampson’s Matanzas victory as proof of decisive US action. It argues to proceed immediately against Havana defenses, deeming a peaceful blockade insufficient and calling for swift destruction of Morro Castle and Santa Clara fortifications to spare more lives.
The State Senate rejected a bill allowing cities to own and operate electric lighting plants for public buildings and parks. Proponents said it would save money and serve the public interest by giving municipalities the rights private citizens hold. The veto is portrayed as Senate subservience to large corporations, forcing public needs to be bought from private firms.
Wealthy donors donate yachts and funds for national defense. Schermerhorn of New York offers Free Lance to the auxiliary fleet, Montgomery Sears lends his yacht to the government, Helen Gould contributes 190 909 dollars, and the Ogden Goelet estate declines 500 000 toward the Mayflower torpedo boat in Cuban waters. The act is described as creditable patriotism.
A fragment reflects on wealthy financier Hetty Green and the question of when the nation will hear from her again indicating public interest in her influence and silence.
The text asserts that ex minister Polo has set up a spy network across the United States, directed from Canada. It contends such activity would have been revealing if done before the war, suggesting possible insights about naval sighting, Cuban actions, and U S patriotism versus Tory influence, though conclusions are speculative.
The Hon. William E. Barrett announces withdrawal after three terms as a U S Representative. Massachusetts papers praise his service but some question the motive and potential future political moves. The piece recalls elder Bennett facing press scrutiny and implies Barrett may resurface in politics.
In the New York Herald the journalist contemplates retirement but critics flood the scene with praise and friendly regard. Mr. Bennett then announces he will stay in journalism a while longer amid speculation about Barrett’s succession.
The piece notes The Boston Post as the first Boston paper to display the Stars and Stripes and the flag for Cuba on April 19 and to show the naval signals meaning Remember the Maine on April 20. It mentions a Berlin cable about neutral ships, remarks on 1898 events, and local observations including Father Cummins reception at Faneuil Hall and flagstaff concerns.
A poem in which three sailor ghosts haunt the Port of Peace reflecting on sufferings at sea from Cuba to Spain and the sinking of the Maine. The third ghost, newly dead, predicts future evasions and political lies while condemning rulers who exploit sailors’ deaths.
Dr Louis Appin of Geneva, recently deceased, is identified as a founder of the Red Cross Society alongside Henri Dunant. In the Austrian Reichsrath a notable debate featured Herr Wolf threatening to throw ink pots at the speaker.
Daily table hints show breakfast including fruit rolled oats cream and sugar tamb chops fried potatoes toast. Dinner lists green pea soup slashed potatoes fried salmon coffee doughnuts lettuce salad black pudding hard sauce coffee. Supper features salmon chops sweet potato croquettes hot rolls peach preserves angel cake and tea. A salmon chop recipe uses canned salmon rolled shredded wheat crumbs cream sauce egg and macaroni. Black pudding uses sugar molasses eggs butter nutmeg and steaming. Mrs Agnes Hall 8 Walker Place Rockland ME.
Miss Faulkner, famed for riding and beauty, meets Ned Burton at a ball after a private ride. He admits love before leaving town, and she responds with newfound certainty, agreeing to a future together.
A street dress debuted last Sunday features black satin piping, a low neck jacket waist with white mousseline yoke and lace front, and braided front in military style. Four piping strips simulate a bolero at the back, with a basket pattern top and white guimpe seen through. Ribbon trimming dominates summer fashions, with ribbon flounces replacing hemmed silk.
Governor Wolcott orders four Massachusetts infantry regiments to volunteer for two years in the U S Army. The Second Ninth Eighth and Sixth regiments are designated with officers named to lead. Officers and enlisted men to be canvassed at once for immediate mustering into U S service. The plan aims to keep state militia ready for coast defense and future calls, with discussions on officer assignments and militia restoration after the war.
Dr Timmins defends his position against charges tying Freeman to Spain and questions if the Freeman’s Journal represents Mr Dillon. He argues papers can reflect a writer’s mind but says the Dublin link is not Dillon’s organ and urges readers to consider the eighth commandment.
A Veteran requests the Post publish a note suggesting Mr Amasa Thornton a prominent New York lawyer be invited as a Memorial Day orator. He heard Thornton in New York and believes his address would inspire local gatherings. Thornton's contact is 3 Nassau Street New York.
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