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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1900
Page
4
The Boston Post calls itself The Representative Democratic Paper for New England, asserting a clear editorial stance and regional influence. It outlines its role as a voice for Democratic perspectives in the region and champions progressive causes aligned with its branding.
Boston residents fear raising the tax limit from 9 to 12 per 1000, arguing current income growth has outpaced population rise. They warn a higher levy to 17 or 18 per thousand is unnecessary and call for stricter administration and economy to balance the city budget.
The editorial warns of a possible terrible war as Kruger and Montagu White vow to fight to the death after Lord Salisbury’s policy. It notes Boers could strike Johannesburg and Natal, risking immense costs and a decisive, brutal conflict with Britain.
The article argues delaying tariff changes on Porto Rico until the Supreme Court rules on the constitutional question. It cites Congressman McCall and supports President suspending tariffs to allow Porto Rico to trade freely while awaiting decision. A new measure by Congressman Jones would refund duties collected since April 11 1899 to importers.
The article discusses an act delaying duties on Porto Rico imports and awaiting judicial ruling. It argues the pause preserves an unobstructed market for Puerto Rican merchants and urges fair treatment under U.S. stewardship. It frames the move as relief for a beleaguered economy under the flag.
The signed financial bill establishes the gold standard in the United States, removing currency debate from the coming election. It asserts repeal is unlikely in the next administration, noting Senate resistance and Republican success in enacting the measure. It argues the public can choose without gold or silver prejudice, smoothing a path toward a united Democratic front.
The Standard Oil Trust paid 20 million dollars in dividends, plus a 17 percent extra cash payout on its 100 million capitalization, linking with the Treasury. Chicago Telephone declares 3 percent quarterly and two 10 percent stock dividends, Carnegie Steel earned 21 million last year and may double. The piece questions private firms matching such returns.
The Observant Citizen reports a two-horse team struggling up Warren street with a heavy load. The teamster, later gentle with the exhausted animals, cleaned their mouths and rubbed their legs, earning a grateful nuzzle from the horses.
A column recounts social chatter about General Joe Wheeler, E. B. Stillings, and Ernest Seton Thompson in Boston during last year’s Memorial services. It notes improvements at the Federal building, confirms Wallace Boyden’s headmaster appointment, and describes a cab fare proposal in New York. It also covers Mt Tom reservation talk, a cafe sighting featuring Selena Fetter and the Royles, plus a coin-throwing crowd around Congress Square attracting local spectators.
A brief verse presents a man in a town chasing wealth with a mad avaricious aim. After gaining riches he spends his wealth to regain health, illustrating a flawed pursuit of prosperity at the cost of well being.
Investigations show Maryland may have 28 000 voters unable to meet an education test if required. Buffalo spends 173 840 on the poor, Rochester 90 000, Syracuse over 200 000. New York booksellers report Sapho and In His Steps as top sellers.
Robert B. and Daniel F. Sherman born in Somerset near Fall River rise from Friends School to fruit growing in California. Now Massachusetts authorities on fig culture they run ranches and plants later forming a corporation with partners to expand worldwide. Investment by shares of 10 dollars with two payment plans offered at 801 802 Congregational House Boston.
A Boston girl Helen Graham faces two suitors from rival colleges Harvard and Yale. On game day Ned Ashland of Yale and Jack Kimberly of Harvard vie for her favor, while Harvard wins as Kimberly scores and sustains an ankle injury. Helen reveals she will wear Harvard colors after the victory.
A collage of witty quotes and misquoted lines from papers like the Brooklyn e Pertie Goodwin comment on a ring scene in a stage bit, Chicago Tribune notes on fashion slips and misfortune, and Tit-Bits pondering medicine and monuments.
The Rev Samuel A Eliot declines the unanimous call of South Congregational Church Boston and stays in his Unitarian secretary post. Harnam Singh of Kapirthala is first native Christian honorary member of the Governor General's Legislative Council. Mareuil stateside charity aligns with De Villebo. Nebor zes nominees Roentgen and Marconi. William Dean Howells to write Germans in forthcoming novel. trip to Germany planned. Dr John P Wood Coffeyville Kansas claims to be oldest practicing physician at 9 years old.
A Detroit Tribune note says Cecil Rhodes was relieved by editors' spectacles, linking Kimberley relief to incident. The piece contrasts English policy in the Philippines, praising protectorates and noting Taft's Civil Commission shift, while Tolman urges anti defamation laws for candidates amid critique of political cheapness.
Food items include fruit in season bisbax ont praans and dropped dess on toast with fried potatoes. Luncheon features cold putt Delmbdnico potatoes appes and cream chocolate. Dinner shows Roast lamb pea soup roasted potatoes lettuce and Yorkshire pudding. Tea or coffee with Yorkshire pudding and a batter recipe from Mrs E Brown of Tremont Street Boston.
A ship St. George of New Bedford loses crew to whale near Caroline Islands. William Collis boat steerer dies as the whale strikes during a voyage. Pedro Sabbanas of Guam, fourth mate, suffers a broken back, with debts referenced in the incident.
A roster for commissioned officers narrows from a dozen to three names. Lieutenant B LeRoy Sweetser, a veteran with extensive service, is favored to become captain. He serves as first sergeant of Company M Malden Fifth Regiment. During the event, preparation continued for the upcoming appointment.
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