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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1902
Page
12
The Boston Post highlights William Jennings Bryan visiting Boston as a private citizen, praising his courteous conduct and calm handling of two presidential defeats. It notes broad public respect for his principled stance and the restrained, generous attitude shown by state and city leaders during his visit.
The gypsy moth committee report suggests a renewed statewide extermination effort is unlikely this winter. It argues that districts harboring colonies must act locally, as the board sees little statewide action or urgency. Residents and authorities in Lexington Lynn Melrose Medford Malden and Everett are blamed for neglecting duty to remove infestations.
The debate weighs Nicaragua and Panama routes for a canal. The Nicaragua plan would place 5 million dollars under the President for preliminaries and rights of way, inviting lobbyists and fees. The Panama company offers full concessions for 40 million with no take-offs, commissions, or influence required, a cleaner deal with fewer profit channels.
The Massachusetts Legislature backs a people elected Senate via a constitutional convention as three states already demand. Congress must be called to act if two thirds of states express desire, with Democrats long favoring direct senatorial elections as a reform.
The speaker argues the proposal is not partisan and would not disturb party relations in Massachusetts. It would benefit the state to join others in seeking a constitutional convention to address the matter.
A report on a growing industrial downturn across Europe highlights Russia's crisis, Germany's collapsing industrial combines, and a gloomy outlook for revenue and loans. It notes limited English depression but warns that global trade ties mean distress travels quickly, with hopes the Atlantic may slow its spread.
A Boston column recounts a man buried briefly by a roof snowbank near Tremont Street and the crowd’s reaction. It notes sparrow gatherings at King’s Chapel burying ground, ongoing public petitions for Common tree care, and anecdotes about city officials, a Chinaman on an L train, and charity gifts to Rabbi Lasker.
In Washington Street plans reveal an 11 story office tower encircling Ne South Church on two sides. Proponents say it will highlight the church’s quaint charm and attract visitors, while critics fear it will dwarf the historic landmark. Local officials note the contrast reflects changing times and architectural taste.
A collage of light verse on January’s cold, bargains, and New Year resolutions. A natural history spoof features Uncle Joshua and a colossal bokonstrickter, with risqué sideshow humor, a legal quip about a costly attorney, and brief sketches of mischief and weather. The page blends humor, rural dialect, and playful anecdotes from a small-town newspaper.
Walnut cake recipe with English walnut meats three quarters of a cup and frosting. Instructions cover batter mixing with eggs milk sugar and flour, baking in a tube pan, and a butter sugar frosting poured warm for a glossy surface. Recipe notes mention garnishing with nuts and a soft creamy interior.
Mary E. Blanchard sets a dim town scene around Dr. Hathaway's dental office. A sly, vivacious assistant Annie mêlées with a patient and a handsome visitor while an old woman observes, all beneath teasing, crowded chatter and a tense, comic undercurrent.
The Society of the War of 1812 of Massachusetts held its eighth annual meeting and banquet at the Somerset Hotel. Officers elected include President Charles W. Galloupe and vice presidents George F. Pierce Rodney Macdonough and James B. Thornton. Guests included Rear Admiral George E. Belknap and others. Roosevel t named honorary member of Friendly Sons of St Patrick in New York and may attend March 17 dinner. A bill to switch pensions to monthly payments was introduced in Washington by Representative Holiday.
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