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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1899
Page
2
Leaders Myers and Howland expected to deliver strong speeches opposing expansion while Democrats prepare to go on record praising the senior senator. Resolutions are referred to the Committee on Federal Relations for action.
The report highlights the headquarters of the Society of Christian Endeavor moving into new Tremont rooms. It describes the group as efficient and useful to the Christian world, noting the United Society of Endeavor as a major source of literature and leadership. The piece emphasizes broad, decades long outreach and calls for greater efforts in this movement.
The Mills Resolutions urge ratification of the Paris peace treaty and, once sovereignty relinquishment over Cuba, Porto Rico and the Philippine Islands is secured, expect the United States to fulfill the pledge of self government to Puerto Rico and the Philippines. A copy of the resolutions should be sent to the state's congressional representatives.
The Legislature resolves thanks to Hon. George F. Hoar for his eloquent U S Senate speech and adherence to the Declaration and Constitution. It endorses opposition to the Spain peace treaty provisions for Philippine sovereignty and seeks an amendment to avoid governing the islands. It protests any shift from Cuban liberation to Philippines subjugation and forwards resolutions to state Senators and Representatives.
Senate commerce panel heard Hanna’s bill to subsidize American shipping to boost exports. Edmunds warned subsidies must be large enough to attract capital, Hill projected rising US population and export growth needing ships, Thurber urged self sustaining lines and noted global subsidy norms. Supporters call Hanna bill a workable compromise to spur Pacific routes and curb foreign reliance.
Howland argues the matter rests on duty, not politics, urging the old Commonwealth to declare its stance. The contest over the resolutions will unfold in committee where Senator Post of Lenox aligns with opponents to back resolutions supporting Hoar and opposing Washington policy. No public hearings are planned to avoid delaying action before Congress. Two reports are anticipated due to Hoar and Lodge supporters on the committee.
The Massachusetts school ship Enterprise hosted its sixth annual reception and dance for officers and friends aboard the ship off Constitution wharf. About 150 couples attended with Governor Wolcott and Admiral Howison invited but unable to attend. Cadet leaders led a grand march while the gun deck served as promenade and supper on the berth deck featured artful decorations by ship stewards and reception committee members.
Two Boston police officers, Patrolman John E McCaffrey of Station 6 South Boston and Sulwynne Felton of Station 10 Roxbury, were found guilty of neglect of duty by the Board of Police yesterday and each sentenced to a forfeiture of five days' pay. The BISSELL carpet sweeper and wringer samples shown at the Mechanics' Fair were moved to the American Wringer Co store at 77-70 Franklin St corner Arch for disposal by factory process if not claimed.
Mrs N S Crosly of Chicago wires Boston friends to locate her brother Clifford De Goodrich who disappeared after visiting Boston. About 36 with black hair and glasses, a former Congregational minister now in poor health, last seen in a blue black suit and brown derby. police have no trace.
The Paris rage centers on lace gowns and white tulle with silver embroidery. Countess Castellane showcases a cream tulle gown embroidered in snowballs with a high-necked white taffeta bodice. Mme Rodrigues of Washington wears a black Chantilly lace gown on satin with a decollete corsage and rose accent. Hats favor sable and chinchilla fur with chokers of white roses. a chinchilla toque, turned up left, garners praise.
In the House, Rep Carmack denounces imperial policy as a curse and crime against liberty, arguing the Philippines war is reckless, costly, and a threat to security. He cites colonial powers’ costs and insists the US should not conquer territory. The debate advances the diplomatic and consular appropriation bill.
A 50 year old man, I B Fuller, killed himself by filling a room with illuminating gas at 9 Pinckney street Wednesday night. His son Edward H Fuller in Sanford Maine and another son Horace I Fuller a bank clerk in Dedham are identified. The body was removed by Horace, with evidence including paper stuffed cracks and all gas jets turned full.
Captain Dugan of the bureau of criminal investigation announced two warrants for the arrest of Dr Edgar Strayer and William Jennings also known as McKeene for larceny of surgical instruments. Strayer is believed to be at his father’s home in Pennsylvania and Jennings is nearby. Authorities have contacted Pennsylvania officials to secure arrest.
Samuel M. Jones of Toledo Ohio, a two term mayor, is visiting Brookline and Boston to study municipal life. He favors municipal socialism and equality of opportunity and says his first term was not sought but driven by his labor record and reform views. He plans to attend the Mayors Club gathering and discusses public service over self-interest.
A candidate herself speaking about nonpartisan municipal policy, shorter working hours, and ending the contract system. She argues for municipal ownership as a step toward social justice, cites the right to work and critiques the present system, and notes plans to campaign with lectures and dinners featuring William Dean Howells’ correspondence.
Inspector Gaddis of police headquarters last night arrested Bernard Colwell, 31, with no fixed address, on a charge of larceny of six pairs of overshoes. An owner is sought by the police.
In Medford on January 11, Ernest S. Leavitt of Somerville wed Miss Clara F. Dawson of Medford, with Rev. Woodbridge officiating. The couple plans residence in Somerville following the ceremony.
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