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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1899
Page
4
The storm spreads along the eastern coast affecting Boston and Massachusetts with blockaded harbors and stalled rail lines. Across cities the poor suffer as milk supply, mail service, and warmth falter, prompting renewed charitable duties and aid.
The piece warns that inflating capital and stock speculation in emerging trusts threaten the economy. It cites Watered stock like the Steel and Wire Trust case, where a West Virginia mill bought for 800 thousand was valued at 2 million. Promoters profit from stock market manipulation, risking broader panic during financial disturbances and foresees Black Fridays ahead for industry.
The discussion of the American Bell Telephone Company moving to another Commonwealth has no bearing on state supervision. Supervision continues regardless of where the company operates, as Massachusetts applies its quasi public corporate policies to the telephone business and will not be deterred by stock market schemes or changes of domicile.
The Superior Court yesterday morning heard the default of a defendant in alleged street department frauds. The district attorney and assistants are praised for pursuing prosecutions. Two indicted men are convicted and serving sentences, two are fugitives, and others face perjury charges or remain in custody.
The prosecuting officers’ zeal in cases of jury bribery strengthens public trust in law enforcement. It is noted two indicted men escaped, which is regretted though flight is described as confession, leaving a legal doubt about their guilt.
A political column denounces White House orders to block the McEnery resolution from a Senate vote. It accuses the Senate of subserviency to the President, warns a failure or muzzling would breach faith, and links it to how the Philippines might be governed post treaty.
The letter writer praises Rev William J Barry of St Pauls Cambridge as a growing preacher. Joseph L Vincent of Prospect Street Somerville battles pleuro pneumonia with hopeful signs of recovery. Israel Zangwill’s Boston visits trigger storms while he tours the city and Mayor Curtis hunts ducks on the Virginia coast. Connecticut Yankee William Gillette earns high royalties from plays in eight theatres and a large acting salary.
A mix of society gossip, literary mentions, and civic updates. The writer muses on General Eagan’s six year vacation and women’s reactions, comments on old drift-wood for fireplaces, and notes a wood copper glow trick. Maude Adams’s lavish living is highlighted amid a New York joke about a standing room sign. W C Codman Jr. is in New York on business. Baltimore fire departments explore portable telephones to link city alarms.
The passage highlights a Boston area interest in forming a Confederate veterans association led by a prominent former Confederate soldier, Mr. Monroe. It also notes Senator Hawley and Charles Dudley Warner sharing Hamilton College roots and a Hartford Courant connection that they credit for shaping their careers.
In a Hartford School on February 13, pupils plan valentines for classmates as Eliza Lewis, a rich popular girl, receives many cards including a brown paper heart from an unknown boy Tim Sawyer. Tension rises when Chester Hall mocks him, but Eliza commends the brown heart’s two lines, and the class enjoys exchanges before lessons resume.
A collage of old newspaper quips and dialogues highlights marriage, divorce grounds, and social snubs. From a lawyer debating grounds for divorce to a wife shopping advised by a husband, the items mirror era humor about compatibility, pride, and financial expectations.
A tan cloth and fur sealskin coat for little girls features diagonal front fastening and large revers that turn back. The style emphasizes comfort and simplicity for mothers seeking both practicality and fashion with a garment reaching nearly to the ankles. Two seal buttons secure with a cord, completing a comfortable and stylish outfit.
A dozen fine cabinet photographs will be awarded by the Post to the woman reader who mails in the earliest identification of this half tone portrait. Send your guess to Portrait Gallery Editor, Boston Post, describing the image and any identifying details per the contest rules.
The Boston Post announces a daily Portrait Gallery of New England women printed in half tone. The series aims to showcase realistic portraits on regular newspaper presses and will include names and photographers in Sundays editions as printing advances continue.
The Boston Post invites feminine readers to identify daily portraits for a chance to win cabinet photographs. Six weekly prizes of a dozen photos will be awarded if identifications are correct, excluding photographer staff families. Entries due by 6 pm Saturday. Sunday reveal includes names and addresses.
Brockton officials urge rapid action on a state tax and rate regulation bill. The Board of Trade endorsed the measure and asked ex-Representative Mead of Lexington to advocate. George Albree urged Brockton representation at hearings to show interest and influence. The board instructed its committee to appear in support before the legislative committee.
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