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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1901
Page
4
The Boston Post frames its stance as a representative democratic paper for New England, outlining editorial priorities and the paper’s role in regional public discourse. It emphasizes informed citizen participation and the paper’s commitment to watchdog reporting across states.
SWMEOTT S article reflects on a joyous Christmas in the new century and a broad holiday spirit. It notes prosperity at home, generosity toward the less fortunate, and a weeklong season extending from year end to new year with schools closed, institutions paused, and renewed energy for enterprise and government in the coming year.
National sympathy and funds back Galveston protection plans as engineers propose a sea wall and higher city grading to avert a repeat of last year’s disaster. Cost remains the main hurdle, though losses from 1900 show the need for decisive protection.
The city seeks a joint city state federal effort to fund and build a deep widening of Boston Harbor channel. Mayor Hart favors federal or private funding while General Collins urges state city collaboration, describing the project as a vital, urgent need. The new administration backs pursuing a practical outcome soon.
A humorous reminiscence argues animals reason through a mule and a goat anecdote. The narrator describes odd observations, mockingly attributing logic to animal behavior and references a sea serpent, Santa Claus, and local figures in a light, chatty style.
City rail officials report progress toward five-cent fares for Roslindale and West Roxbury after hearings with the Boston Elevated and Old Colony Street Railway. The proposed agreement appears essential if Norfolk County roads are to keep their franchises, as Old Colony operates into Forest Hills.
A discussion on routes from the Elevated Railway Company termini argues for charging only a single fare within city limits. The issue is portrayed as an unfair charge on the public who use streets for tracks and calls for removal or amicable agreement between corporations. The Old Colony representative concedes West Roxbury residents deserve one fare, aiming for a fair resolution.
The essay argues that recent criticisms and censures surrounding figures like Miles Dewey and Schley are not damaging enduring legacies. History, it claims, is built on deeds not words, and the current controversy is an eclipse of heroism that will pass.
Charles M. Schwab president of United States Steel sails for Europe aboard La Savoie of the French line. He will be accompanied by Mrs. Schwab and plans to stay abroad about two months.
In Camden New Jersey on December 2 a physician reported a slight improvement in the condition of Senator William J. Sewell. He remains under medical care with progress noted by doctors and observers.
A letter from East Boston on Dec 22 01 urges fair promotion for Admiral Schley, claims treachery in the Schley Sampson affair, supports Dewey Miles and others, and argues for justice and recognition of Schley as ranking officer before the Spanish War with Sampson awaiting rear admiral list.
John H. H. Mnamee thanks The Post for support during Cambridge Democratic campaign. Messenger notes the paper’s power and influence in the recent election cycle. Dated Cambridge December 18, 1901.
Ex President Cleveland, at Princeton New Jersey, was reported in a more favorable condition today. He showed greater disposition to move about and engaged with his children’s Christmas gifts though not yet able to come downstairs.
A recipe titled Potato Balls in Cream Sauce describes cooking large potatoes without peeling until just done, forming balls, frying quickly, then serving with hot white sauce. It includes details on browning fat, frying technique, and a cream sauce with butter flour milk salt pepper and onion juice, credited to Alice E. Whitaker.
In a Boston household, sisters Inez Carleton and Elsie Merrill debate romance and duty. Inez assists a sick neighbor, caring for a smallpox patient under Dr Vincent Whetherby, who saved her life. Elsie urges charity, and a romantic union blooms as nobility and sacrifice define their Christmas.
London society buzzes as Lady Curzon sends Queen Alexandra a vial of rare attar from India called Vicereine. The fragrance, distilled from vast rose gardens, is said to surpass traditional attar in scent. Lady Curzon, American born Miss Lester of Chicago, is wife to Lord Curzon, India’s youngest viceroy.
Boston society celebrated a festive Christmas with large parties across estates and city homes. Notables Eben D. Jordan and family hosted dances at Chiltonville near Plymouth. the James Lawrences, Fred Vanderbilt group, and many fashionables joined lavish entertainments in Groton, Shelburne, Pride's Crossing, and Boston. Attendees included diplomats, actors, and prominent families while some mourners kept quiet observances.
Mrs C Oliver Iselin and Mrs John G Agar funded a big Christmas tree for six poor children at Day Nursery College New Rochelle. The Iselin family spread Christmas joy to ten families with turkeys and $10 guild pieces for railroad workers. Mrs Hermann Oelrichs hosted a Christmas tree party in New York. Miss Helen Gould ordered turkeys fruits and delicacies for Woodycrest Irvington charity boys. Miss Gould gave employees turkeys and the estate superintendent received a gold purse. John D Rockefeller gave 30 gold pieces to servants and employees.
Mrs. McKinley is in better health and shows improved mental condition since the Buffalo tragedy. Relatives and long standing friends visited, bringing Christmas remembrances. Her sister, who has avoided meals away since the funeral, joined Christmas dinner at the Saxton homestead, but Mrs. McKinley did not attend due to past memories.
Patrick T Shaunnessy of the street cleaning division defends AFL stance on uniting with the Ben Franklin Assembly of the Knights of Labor. He says his group accepts bona fide city workers and expelled members should not be rein stated. He claims efforts for three years to merge have been refused and urges union unity under the Federation of Labor guidance.
In North Adams the Empire Theatre staged Quincy Adams Sawyer for the first time on any stage. The play, dramatized by Justin Adams, portrays New England rural life with charm and realism across four acts. A 21-member cast delivered vivid characterizations as many local readers attended both shows, savoring the adaptation’s popularity.
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