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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1899
Page
4
The Boston Post notes 1889 begins with strong business sentiment. It says the year shows growth prospects, sound trade foundations, and broader prosperity beyond stock market moves, with activity seen as substantial and United in advancing commerce for individuals and the public.
The Democratic State committee of Massachusetts adopts a resolution opposing the acquisition of any territory by the United States without the consent of its inhabitants. The stance aligns with Jeffersonian ideals and argues against imperialism, citing the Constitution and human rights while noting broad support across parties.
The piece lauds a House vote saving Civil Service Commission funding for another year while highlighting Republican hostility to merit rules. It argues President McKinley will strip about 2000 classified posts for spoils and accuses Hanna of fueling spoilsman aims ahead of next year’s nominating convention.
The speech echoes Massachusetts and Midwest sentiment, urging end to war on Filipino patriots and stressing the rights of man under free institutions. Mason asks why not finish the war as begun for humanity and a faithful republic, rejecting mere technical rights in favor of moral standards.
The question probes whether a president’s expansionist aims could overcome checks and balance constraints. It weighs historical patterns of power, constitutional limits, and political resistance, suggesting that institutional safeguards and public accountability shape any trajectory toward imperial-style ambitions.
A Massachusetts lawmaker introduces resolutions praising Senator Hoar for defending republican principles in the treaty peace debate. The piece argues a state legislature cannot instruct US Senators but can express Massachusetts sentiment and commend Hoar’s stand for liberty and national tradition.
The columnist notes the St Paul liner sighted off Fire Island amid shipwreck anxieties and praises Captain Jamison. He mentions health trends, bold travelers to Florida, golf goods shipments, and East Boston songwriter Julia Smith gaining popularity with her songs. He also references lawyer Christopher O Brien recovering from bronchitis.
Florence Sulivan of Aiken leads a Bohemian social circle including newspaper men and actors. A letter describes a sunny South trip with a sick friend, and hints a third person may join on the return journey, due in about three months.
A devotional poem of seeking forgiveness and divine mercy. The speaker pleads for light on weary feet to follow thy footprints and asks for rest in the home above. The verse ends with a note of eternal reunion with dear ones awaiting in the afterlife. Harriet W. Doster.
A charming tea gown in black velvet follows the princess line. The yoke and epaulettes are white satin with black velvet ribbon scrolls. Long embroidered sleeves match the yoke, ending at the waist with a black velvet cuff and lace frill. A large white satin bow decorates the back over the watteau. White satin ribbon bands cross to the waist and tie in loops.
A collage of jokes and witticisms from Chicago Record Cleveland Leader Detroit Free Press Washington Star Puck Chicago Tribune and others. The quotes include husband and wife banter about due bills doors open policy and a telescope joke about Jupiter’s moons.
A young woman named Lillian sells her bicycle to help her poor family borrow money for medicine. She rescues a frightened child from a mad dog while racing to deliver the dress, saving the child at the moment of danger. A wealthy lady helps, and six months later Lillian marries the uncle of the saved child.
Hundreds attend funeral Mass for John J. Murphy at St Marys Church of the Assumption in Brookline. Rev Father George Costello presides at requiem. Murphy, member of St Lawrence's Court 61 M C O F, is laid to rest in St Joseph's Cemetery.
Mrs Livermore quoted Senator Hoar predicting a sudden breakdown of opposition to woman suffrage, followed by a rapid change. Mrs Howe introduced her daughter Florence Howe Hall, who performed humorous sketches. Brief addresses were made by Mrs Blackwell and others.
An undersigned group promises refunds on Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar if cough or cold persists. They advertise a 50 cent bottle with refund and a 25 cent bottle to prove satisfaction or money back. Names and addresses of multiple drug firms and sellers are listed.
The Democratic State committee backed the Chicago platform and Bryan while some members urged caution on expansion. Pro-imperial and anti expansion sentiments surfaced, with motions to frame anti imperial resolutions and to table expansion ideas. Officers were reelected, including Callahan as chairman and McNary as secretary.
The Briars near Millwood in Clarke county Virginia, once John Esten Cooke’s home, is ruined with rain damaging the study. a traveler rescued letters from Jeb Stuart William G. Simms and Paul Hayne. King Oscar of Sweden and Norway awarded the Order of Vasa to August Peterson of Washington for aiding Swedish colonies in America. Rembrandt’s David Playing the Harp Before Saul will stay in Holland after Dr. A Bredius bought it for 40000 dollars for the national museum at The Hague. George H Baillie of Kansas City, born in Spain and a Heidelberg graduate, served in multiple wars and now faces poverty dependent on an 80 dollar monthly pension.
In a letter to the editor Benjamin Fay Mills corrects announcements about Mayor Jones of Toledo. He notes the mayor will address the forum at Parker Memorial next Sunday at 4 p.m. and travel via the Chicago special next Thursday at 3 p.m. He will attend a Friday dinner at Young's Hotel, speak on public ownership, attend a Saturday club luncheon on work rights, dine with Mayor Quincy, and deliver a public talk on socialism Sunday afternoon.
The Boston Life Underwriters Association met at Youngs yesterday afternoon and elected officers for the ensuing year. President is W. L. Tyler with vice presidents Charles W. Gammons and Courtenay Baylor, secretary George E. Williams, treasurer Francis Marsh, and an executive committee led by chairman F. E. Keep with members F. A. C. Hill, John B. Cranston, Fred C. Sanborn, and Frank J. Hammer.
Public support grows for a law forcing vestibules on all streetcars to shield motormen from winter winds. Boston lawmakers like Rep. Emerson and Speaker Bates foresee passage, citing humane protection and safer service amid cold, crowded cars.
Impressive services marked the funeral of the late William Endicott held in Beverly at 2 p m. All drug stores closed in respect and city officials including the Mayor attended. Prayers were said at 1 30 p m with services at the church conducted by Rev B R Bulkeley. Interment followed at Hale Street Cemetery.
At yesterday’s meeting of stockholders held at the United States Trust Company, a slate of directors was elected including P. Wilbur, A. Shuman, A. C. Ratshesky, George W. Armstrong, James T. Phelpe, T. B. Fitzpatrick, H. Ratshesky, E. W. Anthony, Otis Shepard, Frederik J. Alley, Joshua B. Holden, A. B. Pillsbury, C. Curtis, T. J. Gargan, W. Bancroft, and C. Spencer. Spencer was elected to fill a vacancy caused by debt obligations.
The Bostonian Society gathered at the Old State House to elect directors for the coming year and hear President Curtis Guild. Reverend Bodfish reported about 90 000 visitors, 663 foreigners and 8369 locals signed the register, with 389 life members and 811 annual members.
The Hon William A Russell died suddenly yesterday morning at his Beacon Street home from apoplexy after a period of illness and partial improvement. Born Wells River Vermont April 22 1831 he built a paper mill business in Lawrence later rising to Alderman State Legislature and Congress on the Ways and Means Committee with tariff focus.
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