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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1898
Page
4
The BLOTWTO features two themes presented in contrast exploring the idea of duty versus restraint. The piece examines how a mission can be pursued under strict limits and how freedom from constraint impacts action and purpose.
The piece notes midwinter finally arriving in New England with sleigh bells, skating ponds, and crisp air. It expresses belief that real winter and winter sports are possible again, reflecting on longer days and a traditional "old fashion" weather pattern.
The article notes the deadline for new business in the legislature is 5 o clock Monday and predicts fewer applications than last year. Observers urge strict adherence to rules to avoid clogging proceedings and to improve efficiency.
The State Senate amends an order to strip the committee of power to send for papers, crippling a thorough investigation into cotton mill business practices. Three Republican Senators join Democrats in opposing the crippling measure, urged to be corrected by the House for a real inquiry.
The Municipal League omits a vital referendum clause and would push a single chamber council plan for the Boston Board of Aldermen. Critics say it reintroduces biennial aldermen and a supplementary mayor, reviving rejected ideas. The measure should be referred to voters before any advance.
The piece questions President McKinley's New York banquet address focusing on currency and commerce while omitting direct reference to the Dingley tariff act. It argues the tariff failed to protect industries outside trusts, provide government revenue, and avoid wage cuts and mill stoppages.
The address praised by manufacturers fails to address specific currency reform methods. The article argues that general Republican platform points from St Louis should yield concrete proposals and notes McKinley left out several potentially important measures.
A Post staffer finds a pocketbook with no matching description and awaits its owner between 1 and 2 pm. Allan Brooks is named editorial clerk of the City Record at $1000 yearly. Various local items include social scenes, sleighing, and a historic silver chalice passed among priests.
A group swapped keys on a fair typewriter as a prank. The maid typed on, unaware, and produced a story written in a vivid local dialect instead of the intended text. The Chicago News notes the humorous outcome.
The article notes the late Sir John Gilbert’s estate valued around 11 million dollars. It reports the French government offering Chantilly lace to Russian senates for Catherine’s birthday. Philadelphia leaders plan a banquet for Rev William Neilson McVickar to become bishop coadjutor of Rhode Island on January 31. It mentions Mrs Gladstone’s eighty six birthday, and the Glynne sisters’ marriages to Gladstone and Lord Lyttelton in 1839. Mme Verdi died recently leaving a hospital at Villanova Sall Arda 36000 francs and her arts fortune aiding her charitable project.
Uncle Ned recalls a winter night tale about Ed Garland and a risky hill race on Rix's hill by the old mill. A crash with rippers leaves Ed with broken legs, a fever, and years of recovery before he becomes the narrator's father.
A fashion piece notes the Russian blouse falls out of favor for grown women and trickles down to children. Young boys and girls wear military style belts. spring coats for four year olds feature dark velveteen with white accents.
Three recipes from O H Blake of Maplewood describe a simple seafood menu. Drain twelve sardines and heat in a chafing dish, finishing with maitre d hotel butter. The butter blends butter salt pepper lemon juice and parmesan, then a salad with cabbage celery and cream dressing accompanies the dish.
The event at Mechanics Hall Thursday evening drew a large, satisfied audience. A local clothier touts value with coats and Ulsters priced at 8, 10, 12 and 15 dollars, asserting quality and fair deals. He urges readers to inspect Beach and Washington Street windows for his reduced offers on winter wear and furnishings.
Boston Prudential Life Insurance agents honored superintendent C C Ferris with a gala supper at Parker House. Ferris presided and lauded staff for their fine work and a large rise in business since year start. Speakers included W Ricker E B Brooks A Townes J D Cranston and Cc G McAnn. Supper ended at midnight.
At Piombino palace a Draper reception for the US ambassador General William F. Draper drew sixty guests. Italian aristocracy, the diplomatic corps and Americans attended. Prince di Monterodini and Count Tozzoni served as masters of ceremonies. Mrs Draper wore pearl gray Worth satin with jewels. Mrs Riddings appeared in pale green sateen. Mrs George P Scriven wore silver and rose moire.
Edward Simonds of Woburn, age 78, completed over five decades of town service. Born January 28, 1820, in Bedford, he became Town Hall janitor in 1846 and tax collector for more than thirty years. He was chosen city messenger in 1889 and never failed of re election.
A compilation of light exchanges and quips from North American, Free Press, Chicago Record, Life, Puck, Brooklyn Life and the Pittsburg Chronicle Telegraph. It includes banter on marriage, money, forecasts, sealskins, and royal pension chatter with witty asides.
A reader complains about late arriving theatergoers entering after performances begin. The writer argues shows start at eight, and late arrivals disrupt hearing, suggesting a gentle reminder could curb the nuisance.
An observer warned of ruin from Winthrop mortars while Lt. Sewell argued the guns pose little danger to nearby homes. He compared charges to battleship guns, noted windows may crack near the battery, and asserted coastal defenses deter enemy fleets.
A reader letter disputes a Post report about a fire at the H. Holmes office located at 3 Tremont Row, noting misnaming of the firm Sam Suites and expressing offense at the handling of the notice. The writer signs as Bolmes ca.
Ex Governor George S Boutwell marked his eightieth birthday with visits to his Exchange Building office and a flood of congratulations. Massachusetts Club plans a Feb five banquet with Dawes and Claflin among speakers. tributes from Hoar Lodge and Francis Boyd noted. a bust to be placed in the new Senate chamber.
The Batson University social last night featured an entertainment titled The Illustrated Magazine showcasing books and historical events. Two students from each class led performances while a committee of Legg Currier Coit Hall and Wallace JunP Are Everett and Fogg arranged events with Professors Perrin and Taylor speaking.
The Young Men's Catholic Association of Boston College will hold its annual ball at Mechanics Hall on Feb 21. Managers are pleased by the absence of grand opera in Boston this year and expect a grander event than usual on the first Monday before Lent.
Major Jennie Hughes private secretary to Mrs Ballington Booth will speak Sunday at Charlestown Prison in the morning and then at the Volunteer Hall Cambridgeport at 3 PM and at 994 Washington Street Boston at 8 PM She is closely linked to Mrs Booth in prison work and will be accompanied by Captain Minnie Langren of New York
On Beacon Hill legislators push bills and orders covering mill strike investigations, tax on textile workers, cemetery charters, and county payments. The House and Senate discuss liquor licenses loosening, city governance reforms, street laws for corporations, armory commissions, and penalties for various public issues.
New measures reach the Senate and House aiming to reshape Boston governance. A Municipal League plan creates twelve districts plus six at large members and a powerful chairman with a $2000 salary, while Representative Miller proposes a 51 member Common Council with a president by popular vote and $1000 chair salary.
An examination for would-be teachers in primary and many schools in Boston began yesterday and continues today. About 160 candidates, mostly women, sought certificates for assistant drawing instruction. A separate exam for high school certificates and for teaching permanent and phonography is scheduled for April 29 and continues.
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