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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1902
Page
6
The Boston Post notes a cool, foggy week with little summer warmth yet low city mortality and relief for crowded tenements. It argues the Dingley tariff sustains trusts and urges tariff reform, contrasting Mr. Shepard and Mr. Bryan on remedies to curb monopolies and restore fair prices.
The piece argues the American cost of subduing the Philippines outweighs any benefit. It cites Senator Carmack and others noting military costs, limited trade profits, and the idea that imperial rule yields little net gain. It urges a shift to valuing friendly nations over subjugation for China trade and overall advantage.
The cabinet and President Roosevelt are said to plan active participation in the 58th Congress campaign. Postmaster General Payne and Secretary Hitchcock may be excused from speaking duties, but Shaw and the Attorney General are drafted in. The President will lead the effort to preserve a Republican majority, a move seen as unusual and desperate.
The text argues the U S government cannot pursue the beef trust effectively before the election. It alleges ongoing conspiracies by Chicago packers despite court orders and criticizes the Dingley tariff for fostering trusts. Bryan is cited on tariffs and monopolies, noting the era’s trend toward concentrated capital.
Observations on Nahant to Boston boat crowds reveal social divisions on board with a plebeian row on the after deck. Other items mention Sen. Holden's ping pong, coal prices near 39 a ton, Miss Filoretta Vining on reading habits, and local court scenes with nine Chinese defendants for gaming.
A court martial record quotes Major Glenn denouncing the water cure in Panay and predicting lifelong Philippine hostility. He argues U S rule must be iron-fisted to subdue a population seen as perpetual enemies, challenging Roosevelt’s amnesty posture and Taft era loyalties.
A light verse opens with Dolly the horse wearing an amber straw hat with a peaked crown and blue ribbon, noted for a jaunty, enviable appearance. The page follows with reporter PENNWHIZIN FFROUN, recounting interviews with Jeffries and Fitzsimmons in San Francisco about their upcoming fight, and humorous regional sketches.
SIMON P W DREW denies requesting a mass meeting over his case and explains discussions with the Negro Baptist Preachers Meeting in Boston. He clarifies he is not a member of that body and that a Baltimore minister acted only in his individual capacity.
The hospital reports full operation with rising day patient care and daily trips. With the warmer weather, demand will exceed past years as patients arrive from Worcester and beyond. Donations are welcomed to the 50 John Hancock Building address in Boston to support the expanded services, with Rufus B. Tobey as chairman and Charles G. Farwell as treasurer.
A letter from a steady passenger asks the L road to establish a transfer station at Upham's Corner to relieve long waits at Dudley Street for Meeting House Hill and Geneva Avenue cars. The writer notes transfers would let riders switch to Field's Corner or other lines and save time.
Revere cites Boston playgrounds as essential for aiding the laboring-class children. He urges taxpayers to fund free public playgrounds as a vital measure to lower juvenile death rates and raise health and morality standards in American cities.
William Eustis Russell served as Governor from 1891 to 1896. He died July 16, 1896, at Little Palos River near Quebec.
A reader asks for the mileage between Boston and Bath. The editor notes the distance is one hundred twenty miles.
To the Editor of the Post notes the Boston Floating Hospital is caring for its full quota of permanent patients. The letter highlights the institution’s capacity and ongoing medical services.
A note urges supporters of women's suffrage to back Mary MacLane and other advocates. JPAN comments on why women lack equal rights and how to advance their cause.
In a village courtroom a young girl stands accused of stealing from a lawyer’s wife. A returning minister implores mercy, and the true mother of the girl reveals herself, exposing a web of past separations and reconciliation.
A Seoul despatch reports a mutual guarantee of Corea's independence by Britain and Japan. Corean authorities vow to strengthen naval and military forces for self defence and to limit foreign loan markets to Britain, Japan and the United States in key questions.
A concise fragment presents a vow of love from a speaker to a bride. The verse expresses devotion and admiration for the beloved’s beauty, noting that spoken words failed to reveal the depth of feeling.
Secretary Shaw arrives at Sagamore Hill aboard the Gresham and is greeted by President Roosevelt as the Mayflower fires 17 guns. Secretary Moody is reported to join them tomorrow. Wu Ting Fang plans a visit on August 4 and may announce recall. Sleeper presents stockmen’s resolutions urging delay of Yellowstone Park timber reserve exclusions.
The quadrennial chapter of the Augustinian Order at Villanova issued resolutions praising friars as philanthropists educators and civilization pioneers. They protest government discredit and condemnations and express sympathy for what they call unjust slanders against the friars presented to President Roosevelt.
Advices from Caracas report Venezuela in a wretched condition with paralyzed business due to ongoing revolution. Yellow fever and typhoid fever swell in Valencia and other towns due to insanitation. Despite a blockade, Trinidad island residents transship more goods to Venezuela, using small craft to avoid capture.
At a special meeting the Boston Elevated Railway Company stockholders unanimously voted to increase capital stock from 10 million to 15 million par value and raise shares to 150 000. Proceeds fund road construction and equipment and cover related expenses including existing debts.
Letter from G B Dorchester notes seven drownings in the Charles River this season. He argues there is no law banning or regulating pleasure boats without adequate life preservers for all on board.
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