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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1897
Page
4
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The Post report on Boston city debt from January 1 1897 to July 1 1897 overstated the rise at 7 527 325 93 dollars. The correct increase for the first half of the year is 3 712 260 08 dollars. The mistake came from using January auditor’s figures instead of December’s.
The piece attacks a proposed duty on white pine timber as a direct blow to New England interests. It argues the levy benefits lumber barons in Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin, burdens manufacturers and builders, and calls a compromise to $1.50 per thousand feet inadequate amid a Republican Congress. The author contrasts House and Senate rates and warns of a costly, unjust tax.
Savannah business leader reports all cotton mills in Georgia at full time and Augusta hosts eleven mills. Trade is stronger than in years since 1890, with higher sales of provisions and heavy goods. The favorable cotton crop and improving Western wheat prospects bolster a broader regional recovery.
The upcoming Peary polar mission from Boston marks a significant step in Arctic exploration. It frames the journey as both a summer vacation and a scientific venture, with Peary credited for mapping a practical path to the North Pole and organizing the campaign for long term study.
The Tobacco Trust case failed to convict and a Coal Trust ruling declares parts of the statute unconstitutional. The Attorney General plans an appeal, leaving the anti trust effort in limbo though the court notes the principle remains intact.
The author argues trusts are subject to law and decries surrendering public policy by pleading their immunity. Quoting Justice Chester on restraint of trade, the piece urges more perfect laws to curb trusts rather than accepting their inviolability. It calls for a decisive new anti trust measure.
The piece laments disunity within the Massachusetts Democratic Party amid a favorable national climate for reform. It notes Governor Wolcott's solid record, cites tariff backlash harming New England industries, and warns that factional splits weaken chances against Republicans. It mentions union issues, police figures on vacation, and local anecdotes about debates and personalities.
Early morning readers gather at the Common to breathe the ozone and study papers. The Harvard Club in New York funds a model boat house as part of a broader push that has earned strong undergraduate backing for rowing at Harvard.
Helen Raymond, a society heiress from the Vanderfeldt line, falls for Tom Mason a rising lawyer known as Father Tom in the settlement work among the poor. He warns against indiscriminate aid and expresses love, while Helen vows to return home after a European trip, torn between duty and passion.
The obituary notes J R Kendrick of Old Colony railroad leaving an estate of about 50000 Olga Nethersole seeks a London theatre for a summer engagement before a provincial tour starting Birmingham Sept 6 Sir Wilfrid Laurier Canadian premier heads to Paris July 17 then Switzerland and back to England before sailing August 19 for Labrador Puvis de Chavennes recovering and to wed a princess of imperial blood Massana Mayeda Japanese ex minister tours US manufacturing centers hosted by Bunkio Matsuki at Laurel Street Salem Representative Bailey of Texas says he seeks only a United States Senate seat Mer Merry del Val papal delegate to Canada has issued a farewell letter and pursues school question in Canada Lera Rowton profits from cheap lodgings in London with over 25000 year end balance and 1863 beds Major Collum US Marine Corps retired lists career author of several works noted Major Collum’s varied naval service and writings
A fragment shows meal planning notes including boiled rice squash cranberry sauce bread mince pie and rolls. It mentions a dessert cake and a cooking method with milk eggs butter and pepper and describes a dripping pan and a street address near Fairfield Street.
Nineteen bells destined for St Patrick’s Cathedral in New York arrive at public stores on Washington Street. Francis J. McSorley funds duty and importing for Archbishop Corrigan. Bells from Piccard of Savoy weigh up to 7000 pounds each and will use electric system replacing manual ringing. Dr William T Becker expected to ring them first.
Detroit July 18 The National League of Republican Clubs opened with strong attendance in a hall adorned with portraits of McKinley Blaine Washington and Lincoln. President Woodmansee welcomed Governor Pingree who warned that destroying the home market would devastate workers and small businesses. Telegrams of greeting from McKinley and regret from several officials were read, resolutions deferred, and the convention adjourned to 10 o'clock tomorrow.
Egyptian Exploration Society publication reveals eight new sayings of Jesus on papyrus leaf found by Grenfell and Hunt at Behnesa. Fragments include bold claims about fasting, the kingdom of God, and a pantheistic hint raising scholarly controversy. Discovery dates from 160 to 300 AD with potential links to Logia sources.
With Senate moves on a new militia law, Col. Mathews of the First Brigade is favored to win the brigadier general post vacated by General Bridges. The election by field officers next Monday at the State House is expected to confirm his appointment, with Lt. Col. Hovey likely to succeed him in the First Regiment. General Dalton will preside. sixteen officers may vote.
The Providence News and the Pawtucket Post were sold to a new trio led by R W Bryant formerly of the Boston Post, Charles W Bacon of the New York World and Boston Herald, and Stephen Hopkins current Pawtucket Post manager. Bryant becomes publisher, Bacon editor, Hopkins business manager for both papers. The News reportedly sold for 55000 dollars and the Post for 30000 dollars.
Letter to the editor argues the main danger is the grade near the subway entrance causing uncalled-for incline and advises reducing the curve. It contends lower speed on passing each way would lessen danger more than adjusting other turns or crossings.
The Ten Times One Society led by Ed ward Everett Hale planned a water trip but postponed due to rough weather. If conditions improve, the barge will depart at 9 a.m. from Commercial wharf daily in July and August on select days. Tickets are available through hospitals and charitable groups. A second excursion will take 200 North End children on a harbor voyage aboard the J Putnam Bradlee, funded by the George F. Randidge legacy, with tickets issued by the Mayor and Assistant Commissioner Hunt.
Mail carrier Jack Car reports from Klondike Alaska that over 2000 people left Circle City and Forty Mile for the diggings as new mines drew 4000 workers. Wages run $15 daily, board $2, and fortunes rise with ground payouts up to $145,000 plus claims yielding high yields.
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