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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1898
Page
4
The Boston Post presents its lead on Democratic national and regional politics as the Representative Democratic Paper of New England. Editorial emphasis centers on party strategy, candidate coverage, and the mood of voters across frame districts.
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The Spanish election returns show a large government majority in the Cortes, which many see as reducing obstacles to governing. Sagasta's defiant stance toward the United States may still shape policy, and the question remains how long the ruling majority can endure if foreign policy shifts or concessions occur.
A legislative committee is to report on Boston’s petition to lay out a forty foot wide park along the Beacon Street wall of the Charles River from West Boston Bridge to Charlesgate. The piece argues for a wider esplanade two to three times that width to maximize the water basin’s beauty for the city as a whole.
Editorial denounces the Maine explosion as more than an incident and urges a firm U S stance against Spain. It calls the incident an assassination of 49 naval heroes and insists the explosion was external, demanding accountability and national honor.
The text argues that money cannot repair the deed done in a Spanish harbor, calling for Spain to find and punish the guilty. It condemns Spain for taking no action and insists the issue must be addressed with full American diplomatic power, despite delays.
The Naval Board of Inquiry report on the Maine destruction will be sent to Congress by the President. It will state the explosion originated outside the battleship and avoid assigning blame. Authorities aim to delay debate while preparing for possible war and a Cuba policy that could lead to arms appeal.
The piece argues telephone monopolies should face the same state supervision as gas electric lighting and street railways. It claims equal rights, street occupancy, franchise terms, and public accountability, asserting consistency in Commonwealth policy and justice for rate and service regulation.
The piece argues Boston will retain a Democratic board as the aldermanic bill fails to produce a Republican aldermanic majority. It criticizes plans reducing the Common Council to fifty and creating a ward based twenty five aldermen, warning it would worsen sectionalism and urging a simple reform aligned with the general good.
The stock market shows halting moves for most of the week awaiting the Maine affair report details and the Osban question outcome. Investors await clarity on national issues as trading fluctuates.
The article notes stock buyers shrinking while sellers press, with expectations of possible war next week. It cites large broker margins shrinking and capital concentrated among hopeful holders. Despite gloom on war fears, railroads show gains and gold imports surge, hinting at a rebound after any early smash.
A correspondent on Beacon Street notes vacant street antics by bare chested youths in training, naval reserve talk, and nearby risers from farms bearing pussy willows. He recalls Commander Max Woods and his daring Ha vana Harbor drill, composer Frederick T. Strachan new work, and local opera prospects. The piece hints at war precautions and cultural happenings amid Boston suburbs.
A brief meditation on a child’s solemn gaze as the world passes by like a monster show of new forms and faces. After nine days of worldly wonder, he returns to a child’s Paradise.
A collage of old newspaper quips and social banter from Chicago and Indianapolis reflecting flirtations, wedding talk, and society editor gossip. Jokes touch on funerals, decor, Cain’s wife, and brash commentary on women and fashion with a playful tone.
Harold a bright newsboy pressures to sell his remaining papers to fund Granny’s care when a fatal jump from a wharf ends his worried vigil. Granny’s illness and Harold’s vow to help anchor a sorrowful family tragedy.
The note urges making dresses early to beat hot weather and suggests a plain pink organdie design. It describes a waist with a lace inset yoke and a bertha edge, a pattern accessible to amateurs, aimed at dainty lace covered gowns.
The Post menu prize for last week is awarded to Mabel C Earp of 63 Hesex street Lynn. Her menu appeared in The Post on Monday March 21.
A Chelsea menu listing breakfast lunch and dinner items with recipe notes for broiled sausage Escalloped apples and serving suggestions. Includes Mrs Georgie Lawton at 39 Orange Street Chelsea.
A Herald poll indicates the President currently leads in Congress with party leaders leaning toward intervention if testimony and the Maine report demand it. Among 26 senators and 100 representatives, some favor peaceful or recognized independence for Cuba, while others seek official information before committing to policy.
Senate and House members are categorized by stance on Cuba policy. Senators and representatives are listed as favoring peaceful solutions, seeking official information from the President, recognizing Cuban independence, or backing forcible intervention and annexation. Absentees are noted.
Mrs Delia Tudor Parnell daughter of Admiral Charles Stewart died in Avondale Rathdrum Ireland from burns after her clothing caught fire before a hearth. She married Charles Henry Parnell in 1835 and mother to Charles Stewart Parnell the Irish leader. Her later years included a lasting illusion that her son survived.
The wife of Charles Stewart Parnell suffered a severe attack near her home in Bordentown New Jersey in April and never fully recovered. An appeal led by Dublin officials and others raised funds in London in May to aid the family and ease Avondale estate debts. She remained a devoted advocate of Irish independence up to her later years.
John P. Brawley assistant clerk of committees and longtime city employee died at his Paige Avenue Dorchester home after a month with rheumatic fever. Born August 29 1861 in Roxbury he held multiple city posts including purchasing agent and registrar before his death. He leaves a widow and five children. Funeral at St Peter's Church Meeting House Hill Wednesday at 9 am.
Lord Roberts, famed British general, is mortally afraid of a cat. in its presence he shows visible unease. Emperor Menelek I of Abystonie orders 3,600,000 gold pieces struck at the Paris mint after a new pattern. workers toil at night to meet the large order.
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