Deception in the Philippine War Inaugural Address Critique
The piece argues President McKinley misstates Filipino allegiance and U.S. wartime aims. It cites Sewell and Hoar on troop needs, and quotes Taft and MacArthur to claim ongoing conflict and deception in policy. It ends by noting Boston Harbor funding and a spur to new harbor work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Philippine Islands
United States
Mr. McKinley
M Ens
Hoar
Senate
Senator Sewell
New Jersey
Philippines
Sewell
Oier
MacArthur
Taft
Panay
Congress
Manila
River and Harbor Bill Failure Sparks Debate on Boston Port Aid
The Boston harbor appropriation was killed with the river and harbor bill in Congress. The piece faced blame toward Carter of Montana and questions whether the bill itself was wise, arguing the loss harms Boston yet avoids a broader waste of public funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Harbor
Congress
Massachusetts
United States
Senate
Senator Hoar
Senator Lodge
Carter
Montana
Boston
Trusts at Home Pressures Legislators Over Mass Trade
A legislative committee hearing exposed how tobacco and cigarette dealers suffer under a tobacco trust, with many citing broader controls by the Standard Oil, biscuit, sugar, steel and iron, ice, window glass, and paper trusts. The piece argues Massachusetts statutes do not protect citizens and calls for effective protections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts
Legislative Committee On Mercantile Affairs
Tobacco Trust
Standard Oil Trust
Biscuit Trust
Sugar Trust
Steel and Iron Trust
Ice Trust
Window Glass Trust
Nall Paper Trust
The Colonial Regiment and Its Imperial Spectacle
A Porto Rican regiment in the Washington inaugural parade draws praise yet sparks controversy. The piece argues the unit, bearing a flag not theirs and lacking citizenship, symbolizes colonial domination and the new imperial influence under McKinley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Republic
Armay
McKinley
Observant Citizen Notes Spring Hints and Daily Oddities
A Boston column recalls signs of milder weather with pussy willows and a smiling locomobile driven by a stylish young woman. It also mentions Mr. Travers returning from London, a gift clock for Sergeant Bird, Libby Prison stories, Miss Quinn’s contralto solos, and a daring hat-jump on Tremont Street near Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic
William H. Bird
Tremont Street
The
Lancers
Washington
Lewis J. Bird & Co
D. Kk. Emerson
John H. Blanchard
Fred Blanchard
Marston
Fred French
James Hill
Libby
Park and
Tremont Streets
Lens Lock Rimless Eyeglasses Feature Claim
The ad proclaims Lens Lock as the strongest neatest and most comfortable rimless eyeglasses We cannot sell any other style and offer Lens Lock at no extra cost The copy notes Lens Lock for all Rimless Eyeglasses and mentions a nickel sec Letter 1 on every pair.
From Black Blotting Paper to Khaki Scarves and Expositions
A commentator notes a street encounter with a teaceman on Back Bay, praises black blotting paper for concealment in a melodrama plot, and highlights Leonard Chadwick’s return from South Africa with a Queen Victoria scarf and a Spanish War medal. Mentions Bohemian magazine’s rising popularity and calls for state appropriations for Charleston 1901 and St. Louis expositions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leonard Chadwick
South Africa
Chadwick
Queen Victoria
United States Navy
Cienfuegos
Onions Blamed for Tragic Lovers End
A dramatic verse exchange ends in death as a desperate suitor demands the reason for rejection. The maiden reveals it was not wealth or title but the onions she ate, prompting a fatal gasp from the lover. Narrator: Ellen K. O'Connor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashe
Ellen K. O'Connor
Col Gas ton Nomination For Governor Discussed In Boston Post
The Boston Post nominates Colonel William A Gas ton for Massachusetts governor on the Democratic ticket and asserts he can be elected. The piece notes some Republicans doubt the party will censure the national administration and foresees a strong Democrat as a future foe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haverhill Gazette
Boston Post
William A. Gaston
Post
Gaston
Russell
Republican Party of
Massachusetts
Congress
Gas ton as Governor Prospect in Massachusetts 1901 Protest
The Boston Post declares that William A. Gaston could be elected Massachusetts governor in 1901 as a cross party protest against the Republican national administration’s policies. The item reflects a bold editorial stance and political sentiment of the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Post
William A. Gaston
Massachusetts
Lipton May Enter 1000 Cup Race On Massachusetts Bay
Sir Thomas Lipton indicates he would consider contesting for the $1000 cup for ninety footers on a course in Massachusetts Bay. He replied to the Beeston Post that a firm decision is premature but favorable to the idea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester Breeze
Sir Thomas Lipton
Massachusetts Bay
Beeston Post
Sunday Post Conditions Dinner Menu And Recipes
Meal hints for a Sunday competition include baked liver stuffed with sausage and cornmeal griddle cakes. The mock bisque soup uses milk bread crumbs onion and tomatoes, while Apple Poringue involves baked apples with custard. (Signed Mrs Albert L Darling)
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Breasg
Albert L. Darling
Cushing Avenue
Dorchester
Reader letter from Charles A Crane praises editorial
In a reply to yesterday's editorial A Programme of Dishonor the writer argues Congress should not adopt the proposition and urges stronger protests. He signs as Charles A Crane from Garatoga EB Church, dated February 27.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Charles A. Crane
Garatoga M. EB. Church
Buffalo Exposition seeks General Manager contact
A reader requests the name and address of the general manager of the Ocean Exposition in Buffalo New York. The note lists William L. Buchanan as Director-General with address Ellicott Building Buffalo NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffalo
Duline
Fall River
William L. Buchanan
Ellicott Building
Buffalo, N. Y
Jean Leland and Jack Burgess Meet Again in The Opera House
In a rural tale, Jack Burgess frets when he discovers Jean Leland is married to Waldo Grover. A staged reunion reveals Jean's backstory, confessing a deceit born from ambition and peril. The lovers reconcile as the audience applauds, the ring restored and their future secured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack
Jean
Jeanie
Ogre
Waldo Grover
Jack Burgess
Europe
Madeline DePuyster
Mr. Burgess
Walter Grover
Boston
Society Notes Preview at Brunswick and Local Events
Cards invite a reception at the Brunswick with an M Deschamps lecture. Notables attend Miss Orvis concerts and chamber programs at Seen Hall. Highlighted guests include Mrs Thayer and Mrs Morse among many society members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cercle Francais de l’Alliance
Brunswick
M. Deschamps
Camille Thurwenger
Alexander Martin
Francis W. Kittredge
Frederick Briggs
Lemuel Rice Howe
George Hollingsworth
Herrick
Marie Gerlach
Howard M. Ticknor
Professor LeBon
Miss Orvis
Young Spors
Robert Morse
Jamaica Pond
Alice K. Duff
Mr. Apthorp
Hoffman
Charles
Waldo
Gill
Morse
Victoria E. D. Hamilton
Walton Street
Roxbury
Miss Hamilton
Bertha ‘M. Robinson
Mary Johnston
Pierce Building
Copley Square
Richard Baker Wilder
Columbia Road
Dorchester
South
H. Staples Potter
Commonwealth Avenue
Palm Beach
Potters
Henry L. Endicott
Dedham
Swan Island Club
South Carolina
Josiah W. Hayden
Somerset
Augusta
May Fitch
Wzra C. Fitch
Reginald S. Jaffray
Calumet Club
New York
Fitch
London
St. George’s Church
Hanover Square
Julia Ward Howe
Madelained
Stuart
GAGE AND THE FITFUL FIEND OF FORTUNE
A humorous mix of anecdotes shows Secretary Gage outsmarting con artists at the treasury door and offering practical advice on debts and cash flow. The tale contrasts his genial manner with wary schemes and ends with a wry London illustrated paper bit about disguise and romance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gage
Treasury
Washington
London Illustrated
England
Colect
Cable
Treasury Building
Philadelphia Post
Extraordinary four day sale of men's white shirts
Jordan Marsh & Co offers a four day sale of men s white shirts with cuffs at low prices. The sale features regular standard makes from familiar brands all new and fresh with a guarantee of quality, arranged by a deal with manufacturers before prices revert.
Varied Bargains on Gloves and Sleepwear in Sale
The sale advertises fleece lined gloves at 50 to 62 cents per pair, boys' fleece lined gloves and mittens under $1, and pajamas from English Madras and Oxford priced around 1.00. It also promotes white dress shirts with cotton quality, Langdon G. cotton undershirts, Utica cotton shirts, and Utica Nonpareil items all discounted to 65 to 89 cents, with regular values noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madras
Oxford
Langdon G. B
Clearance sale prices on boys and youths outerwear
Parceling five lots of boys and youths coats reefers suits and overcoats. Lot 1 includes large sizes 3 to 14 years with prices 0.00 to 0.00. Lot 2 offers reefers top coats and suits sold for 5.00 to 6.00 at season. Lot 3 features reefers topcoats and suits with values 6.00 to 7.00. Lot 4 youth overcoats priced at 0.00. Lot 5 three-piece suits with double breasted vests for 10 to 16 years priced at 2.95 to 3.00.
Fountain Syringes Sold In Bulk at Weekend Sale
Classified notice notes fountain syringes 2 and 3 quarts priced at 87 cents and 1 dollar. Items boxed in neat paper packaging offered at weekly promotion with a selling price around 50 cents in limited quantity.
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New England
the Colonial Regiment
Avon Street
Carl
S. Travers
Andrew J. Lloyd & Co
Sid Toyeen
R. Sullivan
Manchester
N. H
Mike
Hillsboro County
New Hampshire
North Carolina
Charleston
Missouri
St. Louis
Col. Gaston
Hartford Times
Lipton
Sunday Post
Buffalo Fair
Jessie M. Peabody
Riverbank Court
Cambridge
WORLD
Secretary of Treasury
Mr. Bolivar
Miss Tomlinson
Tom
Mamma
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Owl
Sovereign
Mfg
Congo
Subway
Gardner
A. P. Gardner
Postvetter
East
Senate Committee On Rules
Rockefeller
Vassar College
Poughkeepsie
N. Y
John D. Rockefeller
Evans
Taylor
Bers
Gandago
Navy Department
Ains R. D. Evans
H. Traylor
Myers
Clinton
J. J. Myers
Massachusetts House of Representatives
Clinton Y. M. C. A. Congress
Clinton House
F. Hartwell
M. C. A. Congress
Seaaker Myers
David I. Walsh
Walter S. Howard
Inston B. Parkhurst
G. I. Walace
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