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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1900
Page
6
The piece portrays Hanna's subsidy bill as a scheme to enrich a few corporate giants rather than to build ships or improve jobs. It claims the plan benefits favored ship owners, allows foreign-built ships under the U S flag for bounty, and omits broader public gains, arguing the Senate debate educates the public on perceived greed.
President Riley forms a 25 member committee to push a loan order that would add 5 568 900 to city debt. The panel is seen as pro aldermanic interests and a test of the council’s integrity. Advocates urge 25 opposing votes to block the measure before the next session.
The article notes Congress pauses to celebrate the centennial of the capital in Washington. It highlights the city’s growth from the survey by the first president to Major L Enfant’s plan, Boss Shepherd’s reforms, and the capital’s role as a hub of art science and government with grand public buildings.
A Pacific coast dispatch notes about 1600 bodies arriving in San Francisco from the Asiatic possessions claiming the United States. The Grant carries 250 bodies and the Hancock left Manila with 269 sick and discharged soldiers, ten of whom died on the voyage. The piece questions the purpose of these deaths and the cost of enforcing conquest, reflecting on the young men who enlisted two years ago.
The reference notes the Philippines as a free gift from Spain and questions whether the gained possessions justify the price of conquest. It presents a debate over imperial costs versus benefits and the fate of colonial endeavors.
The city celebrates the election of a capable young man as street commissioner. The Democrats backed James A. Gallivan, a Harvard graduate and former State Senator, praised for integrity and broad vision. The Post endorses Gallivan and finds the Republican incumbent Dore acceptable but secondary to the nominee.
The Board of Aldermen appears split six Democrats six Republicans with a balance member leaning Republican. If counts hold, a practical Republican board will steer the next year, though harmony with Mayor Hart is uncertain and may bring complications not beneficial to the city.
The Observant Citizen surveys Beacon street progress with the Woman's Club house issue and sidewalk cleanups. Tales include a new Tremont row cocktail named after an Indian explorer, dachshunds Flick and Flock solving a doghouse puzzle, and college productions in Somerville and Cambridge. A Buffalo shipyard anecdote recalls postwar antics, while Concords George Forrest faces severe exposure and Vermont library windows showcase stained glass by Colonel Benton featuring Eupatie.
The Sunday Post Fashion Section, long popular with women, will appear better next Sunday with abundant holiday style suggestions and winter fashions including some stunning gown novelties. Every woman interested in dress should have a copy.
Daily table hints from the Sunday Post outline meals for breakfast lunch and supper with fruit items and a recipe for apple jelly. The entry lists foods such as cracked wheat minced hash on toast fried potatoes popovers Escalloped fish cold slaw brown bread butter wafers cottage pudding ice tea steamed clams veal loaf potato salad cake and raisin pie. A jelly recipe calls for firm apples lemon water and sugar with guidance on pressing and canning. Attributed to Katherine V. O Onbdill of Orr Street East Cambridge.
Opera star Mme Marie Decca gave a song recital in Steinert Hall assisted by pianist John G. Manning. Review notes her voice lacks former finish and intonation is uneven, though some selections pleased the audience. Manning offered an admirable Bach fantasy in C minor and two Chopin numbers. A good sized, friendly audience attended.
John Conrad, the bashful Yale man, endures a visit from his aunt Miranda and a stream of relatives at Blossom Street Boston. Mistaken identities and comic intrusions trigger his nerves until a college mate arrives, revealing a cousinly connection and a quiet romance.
Verse about adoration for Dolly as she pours tea. The narrator experiences ecstasy from small tasteless brew. Nostalgic afternoon mood with playful imagery of teacups and Dolly’s dainty hands in dalliance. Exchange suggests a social tea moment and a sense of time passing.
A collage of curiosities and statistics from London to New York. It notes 2700 crossing sweepers in London and 2%6 railway stations within six miles of St Pauls. It reports California taxing church property and Belgian hotel losses from fewer tourists.
Jordan, Marsh and Co announces Santa Claus is ready with a larger and better stock of toys games and dolls. He invites all to visit the headquarters in the basement toy store to see his new display and notes he will use an automobile for presents delivery this year.
Largest stock in the city offers dress suit cases and traveling bags at low prices. Ladies light weight leather bags range 2.75 to 7.00, gentlemen traveling bags 6.00 to 15.00, alligator and leather options up to 70.00, hat boxes 4.50 to 8.50, trunks 10.00 to 42.00.
A Boston clock dealer advertises 1000 gilt clocks with fine gold plate and a warranty to refund money if not satisfactory. The largest clock display in Boston lists prices on a wide range of accessories including card cases pocketbooks purses letter cases bill books cigar cases cigarette cases chatelaine boxes cuff boxes music rolls dressing cases medicine cases jewel boxes picture frames and wrist bags. The offer emphasizes quality and a money back guarantee on all clocks.
A sale feature highlights more than half a million aprons designed for lawn use, focusing on durable materials and a 60 inch size suitable for large outdoor tasks. The listing emphasizes quality construction and broad availability for landscaping and yard care.
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