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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1900
Page
6
The fragment references a Boston politician and editor with a mission oriented phrase. It mentions New England and Democratic paper leadership. Text is incomplete but indicates political activity and press involvement.
The editorial urges embracing a vigorous New Year, leaving the old behind, and pursuing persistent daily effort. It highlights expected growth in trade and production, shrinking poverty, and greater comfort, urging courage and constructive action to make 1900 a record year.
The New York Evening Post essay by F K Molkin is treated as a possible farewell piece. The piece questions national decadence amid aging pessimism attributed to Godkin. Critics note entertaining reminiscences but warn senility shadows the outlook, urging a more hopeful view of the country.
The Hon. Thomas N. Hart resumes the Boston mayoralty today, nine years after leaving office. The city has grown and burdens expanded, but Hart seeks a unified, clean, efficient administration supportive of business and enterprise. The Post wishes him a successful, united term.
The piece cites Lord Rosebery and criticizes Britain for considering food supplies contraband of war. It warns that such a move could force America to view flour shipments as seized, endangering supply chains and risking broader conflict in the South African war context.
The basis of the seizure rests on contraband status. Flour is not contraband except under special conditions, which are not present in the South African affair.
Army and Navy Journal compares British losses in South Africa with historical averages, noting low killed and wounded percentages despite repeated retreats. The piece argues British regulars show unusual discouragement facing white opponents, while praising British valor and noting unfamiliarity with fighting civilized opponents.
The Observant Citizen notes a lamppost sign near Wells Memorial Hall and a New Year mood amid skating crowds and Sunday curbs. It recalls New Year celebrations, street scenes, a waitress incident, grade crossing hearings, and a Cambridge lecture on Spiritual Treats featuring Mr. Muzzey and noted scholars.
A The old year ninety nine has passed into history and we thank patrons for splendid support in the past year. We aim to continue offering the best wood clothing at a moderate advance on cost with money back if you want it. The outlook for 1900 is bright for the tradesman laborer and merchant.
The tale follows Edith Bancroft and Harold Benton reuniting at the home of temperance reformer John Travers. Four years after a prodigal's vow, Ruth Bancroft remains loyal as a drunken relative redeems himself, pledging reform and family healing on another Christmas Eve.
A collage of light sketches from various papers includes lines about marriage plans and Christmas presents in Harlem and Indianapolis, a baby joke from Chicago, a currency quiz exchange, and a Roman history reflection.
General Lew Wallace leads Phi Gamma Delta as national president while attending conventions and pursuing fraternity objectives. John Dillon of the English Parliament declines Dublin unity talks, asserting faith in reconstructing the United Irish parliamentary party is gone. Captain Dreyfus accepts a pardon while reasserting innocence and demanding lawful avenues to prove it.
A Tunny chases a Dolphin and strikes as the dolphin nears capture. Both perish, yet the Tunny keeps watching the doomed foe. The moral: a revengeful man finds ease only in knowing his enemy suffers, even at his own expense.
Mme Modjeska voices confidence the Russian government will revoke the 1891 ban set after her Columbian Exposition remarks. London papers praise Lady Salisbury as a brilliant conversationalist among women of her era. Florence Nightingale notes firm illness keeps her from aiding wounded in South Africa.
The article notes coal needs for battleships to voyage from Portsmouth or Plymouth to Hong Kong totaling 10.09. It also cites Fisk University as a historic Northern philanthropic institution for Black education in the South.
Opinion quotes praise General Wood in Havana showing Cubans favor stable order over self-rule. Editorials note Kipling should mobilize rough writers for South Africa and discuss pairing Boer sympathy with English aid and home investment. The Wood example is seen as guiding future effective action in his new role.
A restaurant menu item list shows daily offerings including oranges, cream of wheat, lamb chops, biscuit, coffee, veal soup, sirloin, asparagus, mashed potatoes, peas, lettuce, apple custard pie, lemon jelly, corn chowder, roast beef, pickles, Parker House rolls, peaches, cocoanut cake, and beverages. Signed by Mrs. M. BR Packard at 1 Tremont Street.
George A. Hibbard becomes postmaster with Edward G. Mansfield as assistant after a 4 PM transfer. Stock taking at the Federal building verified cash and stamps totaling 305,896.20 dollars and all accounts. Henderson serves as acting postmaster until formal legal handover after year end.
Services in memory of Dynel Sharp Ford, longtime editor and publisher of Youth's Companion, were held at Ruggles Street Baptist Church in Boston. Speakers included Dr. Swortmer, Edwin D. Mead, Rev. Robert G. Seymour, and Rev. Everett D. Burr. The service honored his charitable life and religious work in Boston.
A local retailer announces a New Year push to fill all orders on time with minimal mishaps and delays. The Custom Department launches a semi annual sale offering men trousers at 12.50 per pair and suits at 17.50. Further details to follow tomorrow with emphasis on early selection for regular attendees.
At an afternoon service friends recalled Ford’s boyhood, his aim to reach millions via his paper, and his belief in a simple faith of kindness and purity. Dr. Lorimer spoke of Tremont Temple support and a debt clearance gift, while an In Memoriam by Brown honored Ford.
The church community held services honoring ID Fore with remarks by Charles C. Earle. The late benefactor, praised for religious devotion and a unique blend of wealth and humility, left a fortune and a legacy of charity.
Washington lodge members joined religious services across New York to mark the 100th anniversary of General George Washington's death. In St Pauls Chapel and Masonic Temple ceremonies attended by the regalia and Grand Master Wright D Pownall reflected on Washingtons life and leadership.
Featured is a Colonial enclosed sideboard with a 40 inch top, a 42 inch plate mirror above, and an enclosed gallery with a carved back. It includes closets and drawers, spiculated corner pillars, and affordable price in the current stock.
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