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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1902
Page
5
A Boston Post item reflects on motto and purpose in political life, highlighting a stance of determination and dedication. The piece frames the Representative Democratic Papers of New England as guiding voices shaping regional political discourse.
The argument centers on Mr. Frank Vogel chairing the textbooks subcommittee and revelations about his publishing house ties. The Post and President Cushing call for Vogel to resign to rectify an apparent appointment error and avoid perceived misconduct.
A column argues the solid Republican tariff bloc is weakening under expansion and trust pressure. It highlights Rep Babcock's near endorsement of a bill to curb protective duties, cites possible House passage, and predicts bipartisan shifts. It notes Cuba Puerto Rico and Philippines trade moves as breaches of protectionism and forecasts the system's downfall.
The American Valhalla project at New York University pauses selections for the Hall of Fame panels until 190% of the ballot shows agreement. Twenty one slots remain unfilled from the prior ballot, and five additional panels will be added at the next choice, totaling 26 candidates. The piece notes first selections pleased some but left others unrecognized and urges all worthy figures to be considered in 1905, praising the electors’ task and the enduring memorial impulse.
A memorial to Congress presented by Senator Hoar carries a weighty roster of intellects and patriots. Leading names include Moorfield Storey, George Boutwell, Charles Francis Adams, Robert Paine, Boston faculty members, Harvard and Chicago faculty, George Edmunds, Herbert Welsh, J Sterling Morton, Judson Harmon, Carl Schurz, Theodore Parker, Cuyler, Howells, Mark Twain, and others.
A London parliamentary debate cites Major Arthur Lee claiming the chief horse expert of the US Army offered advisory services to Britain for remounting troops in South Africa. He says he cabled the suggestion but received no reply, raising concerns about US neutrality amid Britain’s Boer War actions.
The Observant Citizen notes Tremont Theatre hosts a martial themed evening with gold lace and varied uniforms. Tickets sold at premium as patrons enjoy the martial atmosphere, while other items share social visits, travel, and local street observations.
The first spring model from Paris a light blue peau de soie gown by Raubitz shown at Messrs Jordan Marsh Co Boston. It features lengthwise hand tucks Brughes lace black and white embroidered chiffon and a polonaise princess inspired back. Velvet tabs with green leaves and yellow daisies plus a bertha shoulder frill and surplice front. An accordion blue chiffon panel skirts Brughes lace border and train finished with black and white chiffon and blue chiffon shirrings. Narrow black velvet waist ribbon completes the look. One of Boston’s most beautiful gowns on display for some time.
A collage of city notes and oddities: Brookline travelers depart for California for two months. Somerville figures head to a shoe dealers convention with a banquet in Boston. Local leaders and clergy receive attention as do theatrical and social vignettes. A comical exchange on autos and manners caps the fragment.
In a cabling dispatch from BURUIN February 5 the writer, JeremiaH Pannwhizz, recounts an interview with Prince Henry amid wet weather and jokes about his travel plans to American cities. A travel correspondent notes the prince’s dachshund, humorous weather remarks, and light banter about Philadelphia Boston Milwaukee and other stops.
A tale set at the St Charles Mardi Gras ball in New Orleans follows Pitcher, a married man, admiring a dancer masked as a mysterious, mute beauty. He courts her in the garden, pondering his wife’s absence and his own clever deception, amid a moonlit, salon atmosphere and carnival wardrobe.
A discussion contrasts Professor Vogel's stance on textbooks with that of the Board of Supervisors. Many supervisors publish works used in public schools, unlike Vogel. Several officials including Seaver Metcalf Martin Parker are authors, while Milis Peterson and G H Conley are not. Questions arise about self review of their own books and potential conflicts.
Lord Salisbury warned at a marble Victoria statue unveiling that Irish home rule could arm Irish groups and threaten the empire. He urged unionists to keep England and Ireland joined and emphasized security in South Africa ahead of Kruger’s ambitions.
Governor Taft told the Senate Philippine committee that there has been no serious clash between civil and military authorities in the Philippines. He described relations with General Chaffee as cordial and noted contrasts in labor, behavior, and immigration concerns while defending current Chinese policies and cautioning against broad characterizations of Filipinos.
An advertisement touts Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as a cure for pneumonia and many illnesses. It includes a testimonial from Mrs. H. C. Allington, claims of health benefits, a government recognition note, a caution against bulk sale, and purchasing details from Rochester, New York.
A local retailer advertises walking skirts on sale this week at 1.98 and 2.98 dollars from Houghton & Dutton. The offer highlights budget dresses and wardrobe staples for shoppers seeking inexpensive clothing.
Two hundred couples attend the Fleur De Lis Club ball at Eastman Hall Melrose under Miss Anastasia Riley direction with assistants. Out of town guests include Frank Nowlan Daniel Moran James J Walsh John E Thornton John Collins and visitors from Newton Charlestown Somerville and Brighton. A concert precedes the dancing featuring Frank Nowlan Mary Doherty Joseph Rooney John Thornton and Frank O Hare.
A home method for making orange marmalade with thin-skinned sour oranges preferred, detailing prep of rind and pulp, cooking steps, sugar ratio, and canning in glass jars. Costs listed total 9 cents for a pint from ALICE E. WHITAKER.
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