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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1899
Page
6
The national committee chose Philadelphia as the site for renomination of President McKinley. The piece argues Philadelphia’s historical independence significance would underscore anti imperialist sentiments and promete an impressive convention atmosphere.
The piece argues Congress should reclaim authority over Philippine policy by backing Williams of Mississippi in a resolution calling for Filipino self-government, independence, and withdrawal of U.S. forces once a local government is established and Spain-repayment is settled. It contrasts this with President McKinley’s stance and urges Congress to reassert its rights.
The editorial argues against a Boston mayoral recount, saying no ground exists to alter the result. It contends Hart holds more votes than Collins and predicts further contests if precinct returns are changed. It warns elections laws invite political abuse and secrecy.
The speaker argues that secrecy protects independent voting and hopes for an efficient voting machine to record votes as cast. The remark criticizes ongoing recount abuses as an unreasonable violation of election laws while waiting for machine technology.
Cable dispatches depict Sir Redvers Suller retreating after failed Tugela crossing and abandoning eleven guns. The report frames British defeats at Modder River Stormberg Tugela as mirroring a weakening empire, warning of revolt within British dominions and questioning Britain’s authority in Africa and Europe amid European power rivalries.
Representative Haskins of Rockport will sail in February for a Mediterranean voyage to aid his health. He remains a popular figure in the House, and friends wish him a pleasant voyage as he undertakes the trip. Genial Charles C. Lynch, veteran Boston journalist now in Gotham, is spending a fortnight in the provincial Hub. He is noted as a court reporter for the Sun and has found success in Tammany precincts. I wonder about the new government at the State House to occupy it.
Records show multiple cures from different locations including Kezema, Pneumonia, La Grippe and Kidney and Liver Trouble. Individuals listed include Motree of Cambridge Allston Roxbury Boston Franklin and others noting improvements and weight gain.
Advertisement lists numerous Boston area residents cured of rheumatism dyspepsia malaria and related illnesses by Radam's Microbe Killer. Mentions Heaton F W Brown J J Gilram Edward Payson and others endorsing the product and offering free consultation and literature from 193 Tremont Street Boston banner reads 65 p book mailed free.
The column surveys Mt Vernon Street near the Capitol and a nearby park with General Devens statue, noting contrasts between improved and neglected sections. It also mentions public safety reminders, holiday shopping crowds, a proposed subway car registry idea, Harvard football plans, a family anecdote tied to Washington, Washington’s death centennial, and Salvation Army Christmas preparations for thousands in need.
In the manufacturing town of Hornville Colonel Rollins presided at the First National Bank where Major Camp, a respected cashier, faced jealousy and mounting suspicion after 200 dollars vanished from the safe. Janitor Zachariah Peek, noted for his wary demeanor, becomes central as five thousand dollars later disappear and investigators press for answers.
In a tense room Colonel Rollins confronts Major Camp as Zachariah Peek cites the cashier's sleepwalking clues. A hidden hole behind the parlor wall yields $5200, exposing the scam and exonerating the ex-president, who finalement retires with dignity amid cautious justice.
A fable about an ape who loses his tail and visits a fox with a well spread tail seeking comfort. The amused fox critiques the ape's condition and contrasts their tails as a lesson.
A local shop advertises a wide range for men and boys including gloves, leather jackets, coats, dressing gowns and umbrellas. Prices on all winter stock are stated as below the general market, inviting shoppers to take advantage of the savings.
A fable where the Fox refuses to supply a piece for the Ape, declaring that the tail of a Fox is not for the buttocks of an Ape. The moral asserts that Providence assigns each creature its station, size, and form, and humans should not correct God’s design or power.
The Spanish cruiser Emperador Carlos V has been ordered to Barcelona to be used as a prison for leading opponents of tax resistance. A separate note states Turkish women gain control of private fortunes only after marriage, when they may dispose of one third without their husband's consent.
The notice appeals to prospective camera buyers to purchase immediately, claiming that good cameras will not be offered at such low prices again and urging urgency in taking advantage of the deal.
Describes a 4x5 camera feature with a multiplying attachment that creates two pictures of the same subject on one plate. The device is simple to operate and adds value. Also included is one double plate-holder.
Readable items include cranberries sauce boiled potatoes mashed turnip squash abole pie and ice cream plus a corn sponge cake and a note to cream one half cup of butter celery the text suggests a mid 19th century meal listing with basic dishes and a dessert course.
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