Gathering of Scientists Opens Weeklong AAAS Meetings
Astronomers meet at Harvard Observatory and Institute of Technology as the Society for the Promotion of Engineering opens its sessions. The American Association for the Advancement of Science begins formal conventions tomorrow with coordinated sections and excursions, inviting public attendance and signaling strong national interest in science.
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Harvard Observatory
Institute of Technology
Society For the Promotion of Engineering
Council of the American Association For the Advancement of Science
Manila’s Fall Reshapes Philippine Policy Says Washington
Washington report argues Manila’s surrender alters the Philippines status and shifts U S aims toward securing what is needed, discarding imperial pride and reformist ideals. It insists the United States should ignore foreign opinion and focus on material interests, holding all 1400 islands.
Colonel Logan Receives Ninth Massachusetts Regiment Promotion
The appointment of Lieutenant-Colonel Logan to command the Ninth Massachusetts Regiment is praised as proper and fitting. Governor Wolcott weighed regiment wishes and service interests, keeping the colonelship among the unit, honoring a long‑standing leader who served in the field and returned ill.
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Logan
Ninth Massachusetts Regiment
Wolcott
Ninth Regiment
Ninth
United States Service
Massachusetts Militia
Uncle Sam to finish work in own way in Cuba and Philippines
In Cuba and the Philippines insurgents seek share of authority as US forces secure victory. The administration should insist the United States completes the mission in its own manner, with firm policy to maintain control and avoid quick annexation or laxity. Speculative interests may seek permanent occupation, but they must not ease the US grip on conquered territories.
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Cuba
Philippines
United States
Congress
Aguinaldo
Washington
Manila
Uncle Sam
Merritt
Spain
England
Sam
Democratic Party
Rome
Greece
Admiral Dewey
Frank P. Kenealy
Boston
War's Nature Demands Free Authority to Restore Order
A declaration argues that responsibility in wartime requires clear, unrestricted power to resolve complications and shape the outcome. It calls for decisive, absolute authority to manage the problem and ensure stability amid conflict.
Bancroft Attacks War Department Inefficiency
General W A Bancroft returning from camp of the Seventh Army Corps condemns Washington for mismanagement of soldiers needs. He cites poor camp locations inadequate sanitation scarce medical supplies and grievous neglect causing disease and death among troops. He likens the situation to a demoralized army facing a first class power.
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W. A. Bancroft
Seventh Army Corps
War Department
Department
Jacksonville
General Bancroft
France
Germany
Bancroft
Alger
Reed and the Veterans Clash Over Civil Service Preference
The Maine report notes veterans organizations plan opposition to Speaker Reed in his bid for re election citing his stance on veterans preference in government appointments. The piece questions provoking a test of civil service merit and efficiency and whether Reed is a fitting target for such protest.
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Maine
Reed
Congress
Speaker Reed
Tom” Reed
Stormy Monday storms tint the city with lively tales
The Observant Citizen recalls a tropical-quick thunderstorm over Boston with vivid lightning and loud reverberations. It notes Mr. Shaw melting stones at Austin and Stone and drinking ice water, the varied storm intensity across neighborhoods, and humorous asides about locals and visitors.
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C. A. Shaw
Austin & Stone’s
Shaw
Munyon's Dyspepsia Pellets Cure Digestive Ailments
Ad promotes Munyon's Dyspepsia Pellets claiming relief from indigestion constipation and stomach trouble. Mentions free doctors and broad effectiveness for digestive issues in a period newspaper ad style.
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Munyon
Fences and street scene notes plus praise for consuls
The writer laments a high six foot fence with one painted side and calls for street cleaning and weed control on Roxbury cross streets. He describes a trolley accident on Castle Square, warns of layoffs and lawsuits, and urges ordinances to curb running youths. He ends by praising consuls in Porto Rico and Manila for their service.
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Fred L. White
Hotel Terraine
Richard Harding Davis
White
Mr. White
London
Roxbury
Wyoming
Cross
Castle Square
The Post’s Original Short Stories Return to Graceful Hearts
A woman narrates Grace Smith’s broken love for Charlie Hamilton and how a summer away heals the girl. The narrator recalls the letters that mocked Grace and reveals the later reunion where Hamilton may still be involved, hinting at a lasting, if ironic, cure.
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Eilen Manning
Grace
Gracie
Charlie
Maud
Charlie Hamilton
Hobson Kiss Ode Echoes Across Sea Lore
A humorous verse recalling Admiral Hobson and the Merrimac incident. The speaker muses on sinking ships for a kiss, praising the heroism in a playful, old timey sailor tone with satiric bravado and flirtatious fantasy. The piece weaves romance and nautical bravado in a jaunty monologue.
Witty Exchanges Highlight Between Nations And Social Life
A collage of humorous exchanges and quips from periodicals such as Puck Life and the Detroit Free Press. Snappy lines touch on marriage, managing husbands, censorship, and social misunderstandings with light satire.
Extravagant Trimmings Show on All New Baby Designs
Baby dresses feature heavy embroidery and deep ruffles that may compromise comfort. Designs include an embroidered yoke with full sleeves and a ribbon bow at the waist with long ends, and gowns with insertion running from knee to toe secured by ribbon.
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Baby
Plain waist shaping gown with fine tucks and epaulet sleeves
A fashion note favors a simple gown cut at the waist with fine tucks. The design features a low yoke and lawn epaulets that drape over the arm to mid elbow, offering a dainty yet practical home sewing option.
Beaconsfield Arms Story Ties Grave Marker Heritage
Edward B. Drew, a Massachusetts native who helped open China’s rivers to foreign commerce, becomes a second class mandarin with a red button. London learns Beaconsfield’s coat of arms came from a Prague gravestone of a valiant Hebrew. Other items note 92 year old Lover Clark’s Civil War memories, Major Lynch as the only Black paymaster, and a Bismarck tale from 1843 involving a huge tankard of ale and London bridge reflections.
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Edward B. Drew
China
Massachusetts
Drew
Beaconsfield
London
Prague
Gustavus Adolphus
Prince Bismarck
Messrs
Barclay & Perkins
Junkers
Charles Dilke
Prussia
London Bridge
Great Bridge
Home cookery hints from Stella Holbrook menu
A kitchen note lists a daily table with dinner and supper courses including baked bluefish stuffed with plain dressings, summer vegetables, and peach ice cream. It provides basic cooking guidance for corn fritters, baked fish, and peach ice cream with quantities and serving tips attributed to Stella Holbrook of Melrose.
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Stella Holbrook
Oakland Street
Melrose
What to Do With the Philippines After War
Readers urge Dewey and Merritt hold the Philippines under United States rule. Letters favor annexation for civilization and global prominence, while critics warn of entangling alliances and army–navy strain. Citizens weigh duty, commerce, and policy as McKinley faces a major decision.
Retain the Philippines or hand them back to Spain
A letter to the editor argues for keeping the Philippines as a liberty and civic duty. It condemns Spain for colonial rule and honors Admiral Dewey’s action, urging Americans to support immediate independence and citizenship for the islands while contrasting with Britain's imperial history. The writer cites August letters from Jamaica Plain.
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Philippines
Spain
Isles
Admiral Dewey
England
India
Africa
Great Britain
Take Them All from the Philippine Group
A letter from F Samuel urges immediate annexation of the Philippine Islands by the United States after Admiral Dewey's Manila victory. He argues for full annexation or at least three large islands, plus two coaling stations and a navy yard, claiming the islands are tired of Spanish rule.
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United States
Admiral Dewey
Manila
Philippine Islands
Navy Yard
F. Samuel
Tremont Street
Would Do to Camp On In Suggestion of Troop Tents
Letter from Rutland Vermont dated August 16 argues moving the Philippines up the St Lawrence River and into Lake Champlain would make good camping sites. It questions current location and proposes Otter Creek mouth as useful.
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Philippines
St. Lawrence River
Lake Champlain
Otter Creek
Rutland
Jim Blake
Peter F. M’manu
Believes in Monroe Doctrine Opposes Territorial Annexation
A fragment discusses belief in the Monroe Doctrine and opposition to annexing territories beyond the American continent, naming England and Russia among distant powers. The text presents a cautious stance on overseas territorial expansion.
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Sir—As
England
Russia
Special Suffolk County A. O. H. meeting urged for Major Grady funeral
Martin J. Roche urges Suffolk county officers to convene a Sunday special meeting of the A. O. H. to organize a statewide and division level funeral tribute for Major Patrick J. Grady Ninth Massachusetts Infantry United States Volunteers. He notes broad support across divisions and asks for unified participation.
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Suffolk County
Patrick J. Grady
Ninth
Massachusetts Infantry
United States Volunteers
Santiago
Hibernian
Land of the Free
Brave
Grady
North Hind
John A. Ryan
Andrew Trahey
East
Boston
Ajor Grady
Suffolk
Antiage
Martin J. Roche
State Sressures
Massachusetts
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Glenbrook Street
Roxbury, Mass
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Detroit Free Press
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