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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1899
Page
4
The piece argues caucus votes for Democratic mayoral delegates exceeded the primary vote for the nominee by about 1600. It urges overhauling the caucus law, possibly abolishing delegate conventions and nominating all candidates directly by the caucus to better reflect voter will.
The speaker rejects using the five million from state purchase of Boston water works to cover current city costs. The fund in sinking funds earns interest and should reduce city debt, not patch budgets. It argues Hart should set his own policy without presuming use of special funds to cover running expenses.
Chief Wade of the district police warns the Boston school committee to install required safety valves on heating boilers, criticizing four years of noncompliance and stating he will order fires drawn under noncompliant boilers unless immediate action is taken to meet the law.
A historical newspaper column argues the United States should elect leaders to direct affairs in its Asiatic territories. It cites General Otis claiming native government collapse and sovereignty achieved, and questions how long McKinley should remain in office as ruler of the territory. It frames the American public as masters of overseas possessions.
The piece urges Congress to assert its constitutional role and speak for the American people regarding the islands in question. It condemns President McKinley as a potential dictator and calls for an official resolution declaring the nation’s intent to address the issue, stressing urgency as days pass.
The public release of the U S Sultan of Sulu agreement sparks outcry over slavery in the archipelago. President McKinley says the treaty does not authorize slavery, asserting the Constitution makes slaves free. The piece also notes political commentary and local anecdotes about public life and figures in Boston.
The Observant Citizen notes the Sons of the Revolution presented a Nathan Hall portrait to Paul Revere School in the city. The piece is said to not resemble Nat Goodwin, and a Yale professor once jailed over a grave matter is mentioned in a separate item.
Mrs. Sarah Storey is elected supreme chief at the convention in Providence Rhode Island becoming the first woman appointed supreme State deputy. Mrs. Huntington supports Hampton Institute funding and will attend the Newport News opening. Emma M Herr leads Denver public schools as a journalist and Democrat. Annie M De Beck funds for swords to Generals Wheeler and Lee progress. Lady Dilke and Duchess of Southerland publish works on art and factory girl life. Countess of Ravaschieri gifts Pozzuoli estates to an Italian hygienic society for a hospital project.
The piece notes J. Pierpont Morgan’s red carpet private room and dark hardwood mountings at his business. It reports on Rev Dr Wilbur P Thirkfeld’s election as Epworth League secretary and mentions resignations of Bishop Rademacher and Bishop Matz possible Denver successor, with John Garland Price slated to represent Alaska in Congress.
A large assortment of Fancy Reading Glasses with ebonized wood handles and nickel rims for magnification. Lenses ground from extra white glass with strong curvature. Prices start at $1.50 and vary by diameter and style.
An advertisement highlights a wide range of thermometers including indoor models from 25c and fancy indoor varieties from 50c, with outdoor thermometers featured as an intriguing option. Barometers are offered starting at $5.00.
From East and West Trem Tesee and peers from Oregon Florida and Maine gather where Clay Webster stood to guard the nation. Each argues a singular plan to save the country as they leave private cares behind to serve the people while Congress acts. S. E. Kiser notes three hundred speak while others pass laws.
A collage of quotations from multiple papers mocks wartime justice and diplomatic quibbles. The remarks contrast U S and British actions over punishment and governance with sharp humor about Cuba and Aguinaldo.
The Central Hudson Railway Company announces life insurance coverage of $5000 for every road employee. Workers contribute $1.50 monthly. Only employees may join this benefit association.
Daily table hints list breakfast items such as beef pates scrambled eggs toast baked potatoes hot tea rolls popovers stewed chicken and dinner items including oyster soup succotash tomato mound boil rice apple filling with whipped cream bread and butter peach marmalade coffee supper cream toast chicken croquettes fruit finger bread crabapple jelly cup custard cranberry pie and tea. The recipe notes describe mince beef patty pans filled with seasoned minced beef and mashed potatoes then browned. Margaret A Bryan 110 H street South Boston.
From Paris the Herald reports that the action brought by Maitre Labori against Libre Parole attracted a crowd to the ninth section of the Chambre Correctionelle. The defendant's counsel asked for further proceedings.
The court upheld the plaintiff in a libel case. Maitre Labori claimed one franc damages while demanding wide republication. the motion was refused. M. Millot, manager of Libre Parole, was fined 2000 francs and ordered to insert the verdict in forty Paris papers and 200 provincial newspapers.
Irving Marshall plans postponing marriage to study and please his uncle Colonel Bradshaw but is later forbidden from marrying Isabelle Compton. After years apart, a reunion reveals missed chances and pride as they confront love and social class.
Tremont stockholders met with Mrs. W. W. Potter presiding. Ten thousand dollars of stock was subscribed as plans to raise the building height were approved. The Tremont site on Beacon Hill will be stone faced with an upper story visible above the premises. Land value has doubled and projected income is about eighteen thousand dollars yearly with net around six thousand nine hundred eighty and a sinking fund near three thousand.
The Navy Department announces that relatives of Maine explosion victims may have the remains sent home for burial at department expense. Bodies from Havana are expected to arrive at Hampton Roads in about fifteen days.
A Fox pursed by a hedge slips and clings to a bramble to ease his fall. The bramble mocks the fox, noting the fox’s misjudgment in seeking help from a foe. The moral warns that some malicious natures take pleasure in causing trouble and that those in distress may seek relief from such people.
The note discusses an old misperception about the mistletoe and urges readers to inspect Oak Hall for the best bargains on men and boys clothing including suits overcoats and sturdy leather jackets. The piece closes with holiday greetings and a nod to broad public interest.
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