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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1897
Page
4
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The Boston Journal argues that in more than a hundred years the United States may function without a protective tariff, warning that protectionism tends to expand. It condemns McKinley’s 1890 tariff as oppressive and urges voters to act against it in the next general election.
The free transfer bill was moved from the Senate table to the head of tomorrow’s orders, asserting its independent merits and strong backing from the lower house and metropolitan residents. Senator Gallivan argues no interdependence with the elevated railway bill, and calls for immediate surface line transfers for Boston’s public transit users.
Secretary Searles and President Havemeyer walk free as Sugar Trust magnates avoid punishment. A jailed broker linked to alleged orders by speculating Senators looms as possible next correspondent. The core issue remains the Senate and its failure to compel testimony. Will the Senate act to clear its name and force Havemeyer and Searles to answer what they were not compelled to disclose.
The column forecasts Secretary of the Treasury Gage visiting Boston to address concerns over currency and tariff policy. It criticizes his Cincinnati remarks as vague and urges concrete guidance on how the people’s mandate for currency reform will be fulfilled, anticipating a clear message for New England.
The piece praises Mark Twain as a highly popular American humorist. It notes false reports of his poverty abroad are wrong and highlights his enduring appeal, sympathy for his financial and domestic struggles, and his embodiment of American pluck.
Charles H. Andrews, a 45 year veteran of the Boston Herald, dies at an advanced age. He began as a compositor in 1852 and rose through reporter and editorial owner roles. Known for a quiet, professional approach, he was admired as a skilled journalist and generous colleague.
The Observant Citizen ponders how personal experience informs art as Charles Emerson Cook, librettist of The Walking Delegate, nears death. Postmaster Thomas receives public congratulations, while Cashier Adams notes Thomas as a long serving postmaster. A Young's Hotel waiter Jenkins receives a crowding purse at City Hospital. A New York joke about Kirk the dude spreads to Chicago. A weather expert forecasts continued May gloom with two more weeks of bad weather.
Paul Crawford seeks quiet country life with farmer Blount in Trenton and falls in love with Evelyn the farmer’s daughter. After a riding accident, Evelyn tends him with unwavering devotion while Ruth Mansfield schemes to win his heart. Paul false at first, Evelyn’s secret love endures until a Christmas reunion with Evelyn revealing a sparkling engagement ring.
In Washington on June 1 the House held a lively session with minority attacks on Speaker Reed and Republican leadership. Henderson and Grosvenor defended the majority while Simpson mocked the rules process and bank ruptcy bill push. The House also passed two special orders and resumed consideration of the Frye river and harbor bill with a quorum warning.
A string of diverse items reports dire forecasts for theater and diamond markets, claims of chlorine gas cures for diphtheria, praise for eucalyptus uses, plus society and politics notes. It also mentions Andrew D. White heading to Berlin, Horatio King’s death, and a McKinley stay near Washington with Carlyle-like anecdotes.
Parasols will dominate summer fashion of 1897 with varieties from plain silk to luxury models costing hundreds. Black and white remains a versatile pairing that matches any gown, followed by geranium red with red taffeta and ruffled detailing from a major retailer.
Mrs Addie Belden Gage of Rochester New York astonishes travelers in Michigan with trance singing and self accompaniment. The article catalogues parasol fashion noting colors, materials and embellishments from wood to mother of pearl and gold handles.
Menu items include broiled mackerel with corn cakes, pea soup, roast lamb with mashed potatoes and beans, lettuce with orange pudding, rhubarb pile, and desserts. Recipes give orange pudding and lettuce dressing with dairy, vinegar, eggs and mustard. serves cold or custard-thickened. Elizabeth Brown of Dorchester provides the notes.
Mr D Ia Moody will address Tremont Temple on Thursday June 8 at noon. He urges full Moody choir attendance and notes no tickets are required.
Postmaster Thomas reports a letter from Washington that members of the Universal Postal Congress will visit the city. They arrive the afternoon of June 9 and stay until the following morning. Mayor Quincy and local organizations plan to assist and a banquet may be held in the evening.
Washington June 1 The Senate moved the tariff bill forward to Schedule C metals and manufactures. Minority amendments proposed by West and Jones Arkansas were defeated largely along party lines. McLaurin was sworn in raising Senate membership to eighty nine. An executive session led to adjournment at five.
WASHINGTON June 1 It is understood the President has decided on Ellis H Roberts of New York for United States Treasurer. Roberts formerly served as assistant treasurer of the United States at New York. Senator Pritchard introduced a bill to submit the free silver question to popular vote in 1898 and to elect United States Senators by direct vote. Marcus Pollaky of Chicago, a candidate for president of the National League of Republican Clubs, with Senator Hanna, called on President McKinley. The Senate confirmed A M Haywood of the District of Columbia as secretary of the legation and consul general to Honolulu.
Ex Representative J Frank Aldrich of Chicago who helped Reed on the presidential canvass is named to succeed Consul General Lee in Havana but the appointment may be delayed.
The Epsilon Chapter annual banquet at Young's Hotel in Boston drew about fifty members. Dr. O. S. Marden served as toastmaster, with Prof. J. R. Taylor of Boston University delivering the address. Speakers included George A. Crawford Rev John D. Pickles Alice Stone Blackwell Emily L. Clark and Emily Young O'Brien. The BU Glee Club provided music. Officers named for the coming year include President Fay Spencer Baldwin and vice presidents Caroline Stone Atherton and John D. Pickles.
The Dandy Seventh reached New York from Boston where General Fitzgerald praised the voyage though rain spoiled plans for a Country Club reception. He lauded the Colonel Robert G. Shaw statue by Augustus St Gaudens as a masterpiece.
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