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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1901
Page
8
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Wheeler H Peckham argues the US President holds broader executive authority than the English monarch, noting veto power, army and navy control, and judiciary appointment power. Frederick R Coudert adds that the Queen cannot match McKinley or Lincoln in power, while England lacks a written constitution and Parliament remains supreme.
James J. Roche for Irish in Boston voices a gloom over Ireland under Queen Victoria. He cites Mulhall’s 1887 figures of famine deaths and evictions totaling about 8.98 million and argues the monarch did little for Ireland while opposing home rule prospects. He also critiques the Prince of Wales and Rosebery in relation to Liberal politics and home rule.
A condensed timeline of British military actions and uprisings across colonies. From the 1838 Canadian insurrection to the 1899 Transvaal War, it lists occupations, revolts, invasions, and key punitive campaigns, naming locations such as Cabul Aden India Ireland Natal China Zulus Khartoum Kandahar Dongola and Transvaal.
A dispatch from The Hague says a telegram of sympathy to Osborne Houses by Mr Kruger lacked foundation. By late evening no confirmation of the telegram had been sent.
A poetic tribute venerates a revered queen as a mother and ruler. The verses praise her virtuous court and lasting impact, envisioning a reign that steadies the throne through prudent acts and widening freedom while invoking March birds and almond blossoms at the palace.
The last medal struck by royal command commemorates Victoria's reign at the turn of the century. Obverse features a fine profile of Queen Victoria with delicate lace and laurel details. The reverse shows the angel of victory above the globe with Africa in the foreground and a tablet inscribed Victoria R I. Only two were minted, one to royal treasuries.
The Privy Council announces the accession of Prince Albert Edward to the throne as King Edward. Westminster clocks in immediate Parliament meeting to swear in officials and renew offices. The King will soon declare against transubstantiation in the eucharist before both Houses, per the Bill of Rights.
The list catalogs territories added to the British crown since Queen Victoria's accession. Asian acquisitions include East India, Scinde, Tanjore, Lower Burma, Nagpur, Sattara, Jhansi, Upper Burma, Shen States, Beluchistan, Manipur, Chitral, and Hong Kong. Oceanic and African additions include New Zealand, Victoria, South Australia, Queensland, West Australia, Fiji, parts of Borneo and New Guinea, Natal, Basutoland, Bechuanaland, Zululand, Zanzibar, Niger country, Egypt, the Transvaal, and Orange Free State.
Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, is noted as the leading Freemason in the British realm serving as grand master of England Ireland Iceland and Wales and grand patron of several Masonic bodies. He joined Masonry in 1868 in Stockholm and rose to grand master in 1869, later becoming patron in Ireland and Scotland with many dignitaries present at key installations.
A portrait of the prince as a popular figure in many lands noting youthful indiscretions. It recalls incidents from his London arrest to royal yacht visits and times with Tennyson, plus his stance on sobriety and a horse named Lord Quex.
The article details the Frogmore Mausoleum beside Windsor Castle where Queen Victoria plans to inter her body beside Prince Albert. It notes the Italian style interiors, celebrated statues, and a royal inscription promising rest with her husband in Christ.
In consequence of the illness of Queen Victoria all social engagements of the British Naval and Military Veteran Association of Massachusetts are cancelled.
The Prince of Wales visited Boston in 1860 as crowds filled streets from Longwood to Scollay square. He and his suite toured Cambridge, Gore Hall, Mt. Auburn, the Public Library and Bunker Hill. Ball, militia review, and a grand Renfrew Ball in the Boston Theatre followed, with many notable Bostonians dancing and hosting.
The Queen's private residence Osborne lies two miles southeast of Cowes on the Isle of Wight. Built after her marriage to Prince Albert, the 2000 acre estate features a 60 by 9 foot banquet hall, two towers, and terraced gardens descending to a royal wharf. The model farm and each child’s garden reflect strict accountability and early gardening lessons.
John J. Long voiced that there is a general feeling of sincere respect for Queen Victoria for her unprecedentedly long reign and high character. He added her death will be a personal loss to her people and others.
Berlin reports the Dowager Empress Frederick remains seriously ill and unable to travel to Osborne to see her mother. Empress Augusta Victoria considered a Cronberg visit but postponed after reassurance, while Royal visitors stay at Cronberg. The Daily Chronicle notes her condition has materially worsened with intense pain and no plan for travel.
London reports Queen Victoria requests secrecy about her illness. Parliament and physicians conceal paralysis as doctors note hereditary brain issues in royal family. Observers describe changes in routine and sleep, while attendants and a Battenberg child’s singing attempt to keep her awake.
In the State Senate yesterday the Rev. Edmund Dowse offered a prayer referencing the sorrow of a sister nation over Queen Victoria's impending death. The chaplain thanked God for Victoria's pure, upright life and for her sympathy toward the welfare of this nation.
The advertisement promotes a Boston to Florida rail service via Pennsylvania and Goather railways with one night travel and full dining cars. Special Pullman service runs to Pinehurst Sumerville Charleston and Thomasville. For details contact George C Daniels N E P A 23 Washington Street Boston.
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