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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1897
Page
4
The piece argues reciprocity treaties cannot replace tariff protections or revenue. It calls out Jones of Nevada, Lawrence of Ohio, and leaders Dingley and Aldrich for relying on reciprocity to remove duties. It contends the theory of reciprocity is hollow and incompatible with McKinleyism.
A Massachusetts group vows no sectional favoritism and cites success in manufacturing as driven by thrift. It argues for a level playing field with free materials like wool coal iron hides lumber, opposing tariff favors to trusts and monopolies.
The June celebration in Charlestown and Boston marks a broad public display with grand parades and fine sporting events. On the battleship ceremony, Boston honors the State gift while Bunker Hill’s anniversary gains wider significance as a possible state holiday.
The statement notes that Hawaii's issue is advanced by Japanese action and suggests addressing it now may prevent later awkwardness. It frames a timely move as prudent to avoid future complications and emphasizes strategic timing.
The piece notes Isaac Fenno, a Roxbury merchant and First National director, gravely ill at home. It covers Senor Carlos Lix Klett, Argentine editor, studying U S business, and a Buenos Aires youth collecting souvenirs. It mentions hymns for the Victorian jubilee, Harvard boat race optimism, and 81 year old Mr Skilton recalling Daniel Webster at Bunker Hill.
A court in Washington frees Havemeyer and Searles for calling information privileged but lacks foundation for the claim. The piece argues for a universal statutory protection of press-source privilege to sustain a free press and accountability, essential to public service.
A discussion of Japan’s immigration treaty with Hawaii and the influx of Japanese nationals. The article notes 2000 Japanese residents, fears of immigration limits under annexation, and the potential for creating a Japanese territory under U.S. sovereignty.
Personal portrait notes Miss Lucy Kemp-Welch called the English Rosa Bonheur for lifelong horse painting. She has sketched horses all her life.
The column surveys varied vignettes from artists and readers. A Boston exhibition invite, Dr. Mary Walker’s court success, autographs sought by a young admirer, Victoria’s rare crown wearing, Sulloway in Salvation Army parades, Sue Comer the tobacco farmer near Winston, and the Shah of Persia described as a sharp shot and bold hunter.
Dexter Gigger and his brother Elbridge, last male survivors of the Hassanamisco Indians of Maine, petition the Legislature for annual stipends. Two elderly women receive $200 pensions. Mrs. C. H. Spurgeon, widow of the London pastor, broke ground for a new Baptist paper in Belfast with a brief dedication address.
The Boston team returns from a Western trip with a strong record and faces the Cleveland nine at South End grounds. Ralph Newell, the young pitcher, shines in a dramatic game that ends with a dramatic personal reunion as Emily Parker, once his lover, is rescued after a foul tip injures her.
The Bunker Hill Chapter D A R meets in Charlestown to mark its first birthday with patriotic songs and speeches. Rev A A Berle speaks on Bunker Hill battles to come while John E Gilman recalls Gettysburg. Attendees include Governor Walcott letters and a Stars and Stripes telegram from New York.
The Bunker Hill Monument Association gathered in the Historical Genealogical Society rooms with ex mayor Frederick Lincoln presiding. Officers for 1897 were elected and fundraising for General Warren’s monument noted at $20,000 with $12,100 city appropriation and $8,000 private support.
The fragment cites a roster of prominent individuals including William Pease Fairbanks and Theodore Lyman Jr along with J. Hurd Hutchins Wallace L. Pierce Louis Francis Brown and others, indicating a historical lineup of notable Boston figures and associates.
At a quiet, social reunion yesterday at the Revere House the original Forty-niners elected Samuel Snow as president and formed a long list of officers and directors including Albert C. Titcomb, Frank Shaw Stevens, Joseph P. Blake, and George G. Spurr. The gathering marked by songs and reminiscences noted the parent society's fiftieth anniversary plans, a sketch of Pooran's Creek, and tales of mining days. The group, averaging age 72, shared stories of San Francisco letters, gold divisions, and a walker from Weymouth who sang an old ditty from his boyhood.
The Bourne Memorial Library dedication drew 150 town schoolchildren and a large crowd. Actor Joe Jefferson spoke after a large gathering moved to the green, with Professor Edward G. Bourne presenting the building on behalf of Miss Emily H. Bourne and Selectman George S. Briggs accepting for the town. Clergy offered prayers and a benediction.
The Wheaton Seminary Norton marks its sixty second anniversary with events June 20 to 23. Rev George H Hubbard of Enfield preaches the baccalaureate sermon. A French play and a concert follow. Commencement Wednesday at 10 30 will feature Rev Samuel V Cole as inaugural speaker and diplomas presented by Rev A H Plumb. An annual reception, lawn party, and band concert cap the programme.
The latest summer styles feature pique and linen fabrics with new shapes for floating gowns, jackets, and suits. Linen remains cool though less smart. pique and duck offer smarter appearances with box coats, blazers, and Eton jackets. new piques include green, yellow, and colorfully braided linings, plus embroidered dots. Green cotton canvas is recommended for summer days when lined, avoiding black.
Castle Square and Chutes report rushes as audiences flock to The Lost Paradise and tripping the trolley. The Walking Delegate continues at Tremont Theatre with Mabel Katon, while Delmore and Lee stun with aerial feats at the Howard. Harbingers of summer include Veriscope Corbett-Fitzsimmons reels and a seven-act vaudeville bill at McVicker’s. Sydney Cowell visits Agnes Booth. Fred E. McKay named drama editor in New York. Dwarfs perform at Austin & Stone’s. Rob Roy headed to Boston repertoire.
Daily table hints present breakfast and supper menus listing Quaker Oats items and courses for dinner. A parsley omelet recipe details beating eggs with salt milk and parsley, cooking with butter, and turning. lettuce with French dressing instructions follow. pineapple sponge dessert recipe with pineapple juice gelatine and whipped cream. credits to Mrs Annie B Bushee of Magnolia Mass.
Miss Rosa Kellerman of 264 Paris Street Orient Heights married Mr Morris Rosenfield of 11 Way Street last night. The ceremony was performed by Rev Mr Schoocher at Booths Hall before friends. The couple will reside at 11 Way Street after a honeymoon.
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