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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1898
Page
4
The piece notes Admiral Dewey plans to bomb Manila once troops are ready, signaling a possible Spanish surrender at Oxce. It praises his three months of control since May, his diplomacy, and his statesmanship, trusting him to finish the campaign begun with Montijo's fleet.
The piece rejects romantic myths about Cuban patriots and argues the war with Spain aimed to end oppression near U S shores. It notes insurgents are not highly educated armies and asserts the United States must press through difficulties to achieve a just outcome for the Cubans.
The article details Levi Z. Leiter of Chicago and his son’s alleged effort to corner food supplies. It cites $6.1 million in assets and debts, including a $3 million loan and $2.1 million real estate sales, as the cost of the scheme that harmed workers. The piece notes expected punishment and criticizes the audacious attempt to tax the public.
The article notes Spanish shipowners secure the contract to deport Santiago’s surrendered troops with rates matching bidders. It highlights the employment of defeated troops’ countrymen to execute the policy of the conquerors and questions U S use of foreign ships and labor in war prisoner transfers.
The United States will ensure Spanish contractors treat fellow Spaniards with care, provide proper sleeping and sanitary conditions on steamships, supply adequate food, and safely deliver prisoners to Spanish soil. The move frees Spanish shipowners from wartime losses and grants them safe passage back to home waters, reflecting American magnanimity.
The United States prepares a large expedition under General Miles to seize Porto Rico. The fleet includes Yale Dixie Massachusetts Columbia Cincinnati Gloucester Wasp and Vixen with about 13 ships and 3000 troops, expanding to 10 000 by midweek. The campaign aims to subjugate the island quickly, with Spain’s fate and broader war implications hanging on the outcome.
A writer reports concern that agitators seek an ordinance to bar women in certain attire in public. The piece notes W and W Society views on attire attracting attention and questions whether such rules could pass in Boston. It mentions varied aged topics and requests Boston papers for wounded from Fort McPherson.
The Epiphany Church ladies in Washington D C prepare pillow cases for front line soldiers amid calls for broader charity. The piece notes holiday-like civic activity, and mentions a separate appeal urging two dollars and fifty cents to fund a week for a poor city child including fare and medical care.
Richard Browning presents a humorous piece on boots and shoes set against a rivalry. A rival, lacking Latin honors, refuses to be outdone and hangs out a bold retort in the margins of the piece.
Thomas Smith announces Boots and Shoes offering men and women footwear with the shop dating back to 1876. The ad signals a traditional dry goods presence and focus on durable, everyday footwear.
A dreary November setting frames a couple's quarrel over trust and letters. She discovers a bundle of engagement letters, he burns them one by one, then she tears up, begs forgiveness, and he forgives as the fire mocks their dramatic reversal.
Howard Gould Lincoln intends to move to Hawaii citing vast chances for youths with energy and the aid of the right government. He hints that the Boston-born Lincoln may become tied to Hawaii's future and history.
A poem extols the regular as steadfast through year round duty. It praises endurance in heat and snow, rough quarters, and readiness to fight or die for the flag. It argues public faith rests on soldiers in war and peace when the nation calls.
Archdeacon Brady chaplain of the First Pennsylvania Regiment at Camp Thomas conducted two marriage by letter ceremonies. Questions and answers were exchanged by mail and the unions were legally formed with the brides at home.
A collection of brief quips about marriage, war timing, and romance from Chicago News, Tit Bits, Harper's Bazar, and Detroit Journal. Jokes include Dobey like Dewey, punchlines on engagements, and a playful Fourth of July anecdote.
A pink chiffon collar features a puffed vest secured by narrow black velvet bands. Edged with a chiffon ruffle and a pink ribbon bow. The neck band is plain chiffon over pink satin lining.
A collar slips easily over a plain gown, easing hurried dress moments and saving guests from waiting for the hostess. The device is praised as an indirect blessing for both hostess and guests at social receptions.
A list of daily meals including oranges rolled oats cream dinner ham and vegetables plus dessert and a lemonade gelatine recipe. The text ends with a biscuit recipe and an address for Catherine M Farrell at 74 F Street South Boston Massachusetts.
Many people avoided Yukon investments until the reported wealth could be verified. Now it is established, and even skeptics of last year doubt no longer.
Massachusetts Volunteer Aid Association reports daily letters from Hon Sherman Hoar as he tours temporary and camp hospitals. Brethren Creelman and Marshall stress need for ice and fruit for wounded sailors and soldiers aboard Brooklyn Naval Hospital Solace and Albert Dumois shipments.
A vivid portrait of Commodore Watson, Farragut’s former aide, daring to lead an American squadron against Spanish coast cities. The piece foresees a race to the sea, praises his fearlessness, and promises the first and best tale of his mission in next Sunday’s Post.
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