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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1899
Page
4
The fragment hints at a feature or column titled More with a Mission, suggesting a recurring editorial or human interest piece. Details on author, publication date, or scope are not provided in the OCR snippet.
The Senate approved restoring days of grace on sight drafts by 37 to 0 after a 210 to 5 House tally. The Post lauded the action as aligning with business interests over bankers and urged support for a companion telephone bill to curb monopoly profits and aid a vast community.
The New York Tribune criticizes McKinley for not vetoing the census bill arguing it violates promises and wastes pledges. A Republican from Minnesota is named director and Senate approval follows. The setup promises hundreds of partisan patronage jobs and an $8 million annual cost, with prior cost overruns blamed on a non rational appointment system.
In a lively debate, supporters urge sparrow protection amid calls for extermination. They argue the bird aids municipal and natural ecosystems and demand a deliberate inquiry by a sparrow commission before any execution of a death sentence. The legislature is in session and faces many Boston inquiries and potential laws.
The proposed bill by Representative Toomey would reduce caucuses from seven to three and have Republicans and Democrats nominate in the same caucus using color coded ballots. The first caucus in May selects ward committee and precinct officers, the October caucus chooses delegates and legislative candidates, and the November caucus handles municipal matters. Caucuses would move from wards to precincts per the plan.
The Emperor William I dismissed Admiral Diederich at Manila, signaling a cooling of German hostility toward the United States amid recent maritime incidents. A second notable act followed within the week, leaving further questions about German policies unresolved.
The cablegram praising Kipling highlights the poet's stirring line about the heroic deeds of our common race. The note, from an English subject aged 35, contrasts with Queen Victoria's silence over the escape from death and adds a sharp commentary on royal reaction.
The piece urges President to appoint Colonel Ramund Rice brigadier general in recognition of his Civil War veteran record and his leadership of the Massachusetts Sixth Regiment. It notes New England needs such an officer as General Miller nears retirement and praises Rice’s proven results and public support.
The Greek consul Mr D T Timagenis returns on the Majestic into New York. Alderman Barry’s 12 Feb birthdays in 47 years. leap year born on Feb 29 and no birthday till 1904. The Old Music Hall to be replaced by a large department store by Marshall Wentworth. Sparrow finch war. crumbs increase on Common malls. George H Norman returns from Newport improved. Louis C Elson to lecture across cities March 10 to March 2 with varied climates. Rainy Sabbath services by Rev Dr Dixon. maptists’ sprinkling questioned. Death by lightning feared this summer. a gas cock locking device praised. Dr F W Page resigns. Dr Marcello Hutchinson to fill. Dome of State House remains dark. Beacon Street hotel Bellevue risk concerns. Boston Theatre stage crowded with children for The Pied Piper of Hamelin. Kipling note ends the excerpt.
In Cambridge a Harvard friend notes three student camps on Kipling opinions while other chatter covers the steam yacht Narwhal sale, a Long Island mansion planned for a rich Bostonian, and a curious non-coastal resident seeking an ocean view answer to whether seas rise or hulls vanish beyond the horizon.
An excerpt from Pall Mall Gazette recalls a May meadow scene where a maiden’s song proclaims an imminent marriage on Sunday. Birds listen as she vows wedlock while a lover travels to town to buy a ring, her heart bound by a heavy love chain.
Lord Claude John Hamilton, chairman of the Great Eastern railway and brother of Lord George Hamilton, resigns from the Conservative party citing contempt for fiscal policy and anti property measures. Separate notes include NH Secretary of State Edgar S. Stearns resigning ill health and potential successor Edward N. Pearson. Newfoundland premier Sir James Winter denies imminent resignation and hints at pending maritime questions affecting his tenure.
In a New Hampshire family tale set in October, two sisters face poverty after their father dies. Sadie loves Arthur Baston, but accepts rich Mr Palfrey’s proposal. a monkey delivers Sadie’s glove revealing Baston’s return. The pair wed alongside a double ceremony in June after Palfrey offers a wedding gift.
The Post announces weekly prizes for Original Short Stories with ten dollars for first, five dollars for second, and two dollars for four others. Winners will be named in the Sunday Post. Entries must be 700 to 1000 words, single side, full name and address, prepaid return postage, addressed to Short Story Editor. Only women readers may enter. Manuscripts should be folded and mailed as personal applications are not desired.
Mrs. ER. P. Gardner was struck by lightning yesterday while seated near a window in her sitting room. She sustained severe burns to the shoulders and is in critical condition.
A merchant criticizes Boston papers for silence on the grace on sight drafts bill and commends the Boston Post for its bold editorial stance. He notes the Senate vote of 37 to 0 as a strong rebuke to the Governor and urges recognition of business voices in Massachusetts.
A fashion note describes a princess dress inspired by Persian style meant to elongate the look of short women. The waistline and skirt are open along the front, revealing a skirt and related details.
New York March 6 A D Straus consul general for Nicaragua says Bluefields port is open again to foreign commerce enabling U S merchants with interests in Nicaragua to resume business suspended during the revolution.
The Boston City Council, with no opposition, approves a 709000 loan order and endorses restoring old wage rates after Mayor Quincy's salary cut order. The board also reorganizes joint committees, sets hiring rules for street work, and debates street railway track locations. Mayor Quincy reappoints Henry H. Sprague to the City Hospital board.
Boston University students in a mass meeting ended a long dispute over the University Beacon editor election. A new constitution grants all students a vote, regardless of subscription status, while business managers will be chosen by subscribers in arrears. The board includes Edmund L Smiley as editor in chief and Lucretia Berry as literary editor.
Quotes from Puck and the Chicago Evening Post reveal humorous dialogue about a prize dog, a judge named Mortimer, and social gossip. A Sunday School teacher imagines George Washington avoiding disgrace by clever deceit, while a child suggests burying the hatchet to keep peace.
The Senate approved the three days of grace sight draft bill despite Governor Wolcott’s veto. Thirty seven senators voted in favor with none opposed. Absent were President Smith, Fairbank, and Kelcher who would have supported the measure.
Dr. Watson aka Ian Maclaren drew 1500 listeners at Tremont Temple last night. Major Pond and Dr. F. J. Clarke joined him before the talk. Watson spoke of his California trip and forthcoming journey while Charles Street host James T. Fields welcomed the visitors.
The Hon Joseph H. Choate United States ambassador was presented to the Queen at Windsor. Royal carriages carried Choate and his party from Windsor station to the castle where Lord Salisbury introduced him. Guests at the royal dinner included Prince Christian of Schleswig-Holstein the Earl of Hopeton the Duchess of Buckleugh and Mr Henry White.
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