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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1901
Page
6
The Boston Post presents itself as The Representative Democratic Paper of New England, positioning as a prominent regional voice. It outlines its editorial stance, regional focus, and role in covering politics, society, and public affairs for readers across New England.
A brief feature notes a motto phrase used to emphasize purpose and restraint. The item discusses branding and discipline implied by the motto in a historical or organizational context. No specific dates or people are mentioned in readable text.
The National Civil Service Reform League gathers in Boston for its annual meeting. After 21 years, reform efforts show progress with President Roosevelt appointing William Dudley Foulke to the U S Civil Service Commission. The league notes renewed vigor in national service and a timely boost amid municipal service flurries.
Public opinion shows growing anti-trust sentiment as Knox’s confirmation lingers, with opposition rooted in his ties to trusts and evasion of monopoly laws. The delay signals rising resistance to trust influence and the Carnegie endowment tied to steel bonds amid government caution.
The Post prints tributes praising Mayor-elect Collins showing wide national regard for his character achievements and public service. Boston citizens' praise complements messages from distant communities, noting his broad impact and the boost to Boston’s prestige nationally. The editorial calls Collins a national character with a steady path for future victories in state and nation.
Harvard debate over shortening the varsity rowing course at New London from four to three miles. Coach Storrow champions the change, noting strain on crews and damaged finish. Yale opposes shortening, claiming staying power. The piece argues for sport that preserves athlete well being and enduring conditioning.
A proposed adjustment seeks to reduce the difficulty and physical toll of the rowing race. The modification would lessen the effort required, potentially diminishing fatigue and stress for competitors and improving overall endurance during the event.
A Bermuda relief appeal for Boer prisoners highlights suffering in British camps. The piece argues the best Christmas gift for South Africa is Roosevelt offering good offices for peaceful settlement under The Hague treaty, noting Britain may reject yet urging U S action to end the conflict.
The Observant Citizen reports wife of a prominent Boston actor in New York directing marketing by telegraph. A Confederate officer offers to return a sword to Malden relatives for 59 abe. The Wayferers Home in Hawkins Street sees more hoboes as plumbing work suspends baths. Water Commissioner A. P. Martin ill in Dorchester. Old 22d Regiment met at Quincy. General's earth noted.
A speaker extols the Salem Post for fair and truthful coverage, noting that the paper allocates credit where due and rewards honesty. He urges readers to observe the Post’s growing prominence and recalls that fair reporting benefits all involved.
A comic column rounds up cables from Africa about Professor Garner studying monkey language in interior Africa and reports on humorous anecdotes. It also nods to General Dewet's return to society, birthday banter, a pun on Aguinaldo, a Santa Claus joke, and light political quips about Roosevelt, Funston, and Peck.
A historical program includes a spirited campaign song praising Collins as mayor, contrasting him with Hart and urging voter support. The score lists a Dec 16 Tremont Temple concert with Emil Mollenhauer conducting and works by Hadley Paine Beach Chadwick among others.
The article outlines a recipe for large smelts suitable for stuffing. Clean and dry, mix a stuffing from stale bread, uncooked fish, onion, butter, salt, and pepper. Dredge in crumbs, dip in a beaten egg, then fry three to four minutes. Serve on bread with lemon halves filled with sauce tartare made from mayonnaise, capers, olives, gherkins, and onion juice.
In a Sunday Post original short story, Liz a 17 year old Boston girl confronts Jake Mahon a tough who tried to harm her cat. She witnesses murder threats and helps trap the Hammond wharf gang with police aid, ending with Mahon jailed and Liz defiant.
Washington observers report strong congressional opposition to Andrew Carnegie's proposed 10 million dollar university endowment funded by steel trust securities. Critics argue the government lacks right to partner with a potentially illegal monopoly and would appear morally endorsing the steel trust by holding its securities in trust for years with guaranteed interest.
Former United States Senator Wolcott has let contracts totaling $10,000 for improvements at Walhurst, his country estate ten miles south of Denver. Friends say the upgrades prepare the house to welcome his former wife, presently staying with Mrs. Roosevelt at the White House.
A list of various slipper styles and prices featuring Kid and Vici Kid leathers. Includes Philo York buckles, hand sewn, opera, sailor, trimmed operas, and Romeo styles in black brown tan and gold with prices commonly around 1.00 to 1.50 per pair.
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