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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1898
Page
4
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The Boston Post notices that subscriptions must be paid in advance and will be discontinued upon expiration if unpaid. Readers can obtain the Post at New York reading hotels and contact rooms in Boston for offices and subscription details.
The piece argues Secretary Alger is an incompetent, unlike Stanton, and urges President McKinley to intervene. It links the dog days to social unrest and questions public calm while criticizing Alger's grip on power despite widespread calls for his retirement.
The article notes two years of prosperity for farmers with a third good year ahead. Wheat harvests in the region are the largest on record despite a misdeed by young Mr. Leiter and the father LeiteSr. leveraging property to cover losses while wheat prices stay high. Western good times are anticipated and the fall trade looks rosy.
The piece surveys peace progress with US dominance in negotiations, notes on Madrid and Paris exchanges, and outlines a string of Boston area updates from street repairs on Massachusetts avenue to civic and cultural developments including a music hall, a probe into dyspepsia cures, wartime fundraising for the Bay State hospital ship, and local observations on transportation and public life.
The Santiago de Cuba battle prompts promotions for both Captain Sampson and Commodore Schley. Sampson receives eight numbers, Schley six, honoring their roles in the fleet victory. Public praise centers on Schley as the on scene leader, while Sampson’s command is officially recognized.
Editorial objects to Governor Wolcott appointing a colonel for the Ninth Massachusetts Volunteers from outside the unit. It argues no emergency requires rushed appointment while Col Logan dies and Lt Col Logan, Major Donovan, and remaining captains lead. It condemns bypassing internal officers as unjust to capable volunteers.
The Observant Citizen reports on humid heat causing fatigue and odd habits such as using a fan to blow out a cigar. It notes the Honourable Artillery of London planning a Boston visit in 1900, subway clocks, and cautions about overreliance on timepieces. Also mentions Eugene Tompkins yacht loss and summer cruises, plus strong profits of the Boston coated Railroad Company and lively Newport social scenes.
In a cozy scene Aunt Sophia recalls youth as Mary faces a potential suitor, Ephraim Perkins, who proposes for a housekeeper. Mary agrees to try matchmaking, and Aunt Sophia’s blessing leads to a union now dubbed Uncle Ephraim.
The verse lauds a soldier in the ranks, praising his deathless courage and leadership on the battlefield. It celebrates Moses Gage Shirley as the idol of loyal hearts though his regiment’s name remains unknown to many. Citizens vow cheers and thanks to the valiant patriot.
The Post announces a weekly short story competition with ten dollars for first prize five dollars for second and two dollars for each of four others. Winners named in Sunday issue. Manuscripts must be 700 to 1000 words and on one side of paper.
Daily table hints list breakfast items like oatmeal and coffee plus a dinner of Vienna bread with cream sauce and roasted tomatoes. A long, garbled recipe follows for liver dish with giblets, gravy, and a crust, ending with a basic cracker crust and bake steps. Signed by Mrs Wilder, 54 Cary Avenue, Chelsea, Mass.
The Boston Post offers a weekly five cent prize for the best three meal bill of fare submitted by women readers. Submissions must be brief and follow seven preparation directions, cover three meals for a family of five with a weekly food cost not exceeding one dollar and two cents. Prizes awarded weekly. winning bills printed each Monday.
A collage of witty exchanges and light banter from Chicago News Detroit Free Press Chicago Record Philadelphia North American reflecting domestic humor and social jests. It includes a child’s quip to his father about Cu ban women in Havana wrappers and a king's playful comment to his mother about sacred honor and victories.
A letter from Ales H Higgins of Fitchburg argues for trained veterinarians with every cavalry regiment. He notes wartime and peacetime losses from infectious disease and calls for congressional recognition and pay parity with other servicemen to attract qualified vets.
After the war ends the speaker urges removal or magazine storage of explosives and reopening the island to the public. He suggests alternative harbor sites for mine production and calls for a visible relic of the war, a Spanish gun captured by the fleet, to be placed prominently on the island.
Voters of Ward 6 Cashel Rocks Club meet to indorse ex-forceman Daniel J. McLaughlin for Senator in the Third Suffolk District. Signatories include John J. Worthy, Thomas Walsh, and John A. Callahan listing their Endicott Street addresses.
Officers and members of Engine Company No. 8 express gratitude to James Duffy, property man of Castle Square Theatre, for furnishing coffee and sandwiches at his own expense after the Box 16 fire this morning. Signed by Captain Robert A. Ritchie on Aug 10.
Hyman J. Weinberg of 100 Brighton Street denies attending any meeting in his interests and states he is not a candidate for the Common Council. He asks the Post to publish the correction.
A pretty new coat for a little boy is described in old rose cloth. It is made on a yoke and reaches nearly to the ground. The collar and cuffs are white satin edged with a ruff of white chiffon. The bonnet matches the coat and is cut in silk.
Congressman Bland and his followers break with Governor Stone on expansion policy at the Missouri Democratic State convention in Springfield. Bland urges no forced annexation and argues for free and independent nations, criticizing war costs and urging Cuba Porto Rico and the Philippines govern themselves when ready.
A detailed description of a child's bonnet featuring two pleated white chiffon frills encircling the face. Inside the frills sits a bow of old-rose pink ribbon. The top loops match the crown’s silk, presenting a refined, decorative style.
Charles O. Scull of Baltimore was elected president of the Erie and Central New York railway, succeeding Stewart Brown who resigned. The United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company of Baltimore has taken bonds of the road and guaranteed payment of all debts. Today the firm paid all employees to date and plans to lift all liens against the road.
A poem style lyric from Oklahoma City Times Journal about a Rough Rider writing to Marie while stationed in a tent. The speaker plans a journey to Cuba and envisions meeting Cuban belles, promising memories of the past affection and a lively, carefree mood during service.
A poetic reminiscence recalls a girl who kissed Hobson by the sea. The speaker praises her radiant beauty and white soul while musing on heroism and ordinary people, ending with the name GE SHIRLEY.
A Washington real estate dealer named William McKinley is the target of a prank. An altered health department notice was sent to the White House and then traced to the desk of another official who says he found it. Investigators are pursuing whether the municipal office sent the notice and if the joker will be prosecuted.
A young German sculptor Max Kruse Thetzeburg has created a bust of Nietzsche that omits signs of the philosopher's illness. Nietzsche, though incurable, appears free from suffering with rare lucid moments when he communicates with his nurse sister.
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