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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1902
Page
4
The piece argues the Dingley tariff protects the beef trust and harms ranchers and corn farmers. It claims the trust profits from cattle and hides, raises prices for meat while not benefiting cattle raisers or corn growers, and calls for removing tariff protection to restore competition and aid consumers and Western producers.
A plebiscite will decide whether to continue resistance or accept terms with Great Britain. Leaders Botha Delarey Meyer Dewet and Stein travel to present options to the patriots in the field. After two and a half years of war the republics remain unsubdued and determined to fight for liberty, posing a test of democratic principle and self government amid international criticism.
Governor William H Taft spoke to Yale students defending the army while admitting cruelty has occurred in the Philippine conflict He cited leaders like General MacArthur as humane and argued exceptional acts should not topple the governing party The remarks linked to evidence presented before a Senate committee in Washington.
A fragment argues that a posing faction would interfere with giving to Filipinos what is owed, placing party before national honor, humanity, and civilization itself. The text reflects political rhetoric emphasizing sacrifice for a distant people over factional politics.
A column argues President Roosevelt may refrain from retiring Lieutenant General Miles before age limits. It criticizes the administration’s handling of Miles and Secretary Root, suggesting the move would aid opponents but harm national unity and military credibility.
The French premier expresses satisfaction after an election that moved control away from Paris. He notes no royalist or reactionary factions, with rational republicans prevailing. Paris proved influential but the nation as a whole carried the day for republican stability.
The Observant Citizen reflects on May Day customs, changing residences, and potential tax deadlines as the season shifts. It notes Pacific cable progress to Hawaii, updates on local figures Dr. E E Winchester Donald and Jerry Watson, and President pro tem Frothingham’s youthful presence in the House. A Cuban sugar study by George W Knight returns home, with praise for the island.
A fragment from a 1900s newspaper page blends a nostalgic Maying poem with reader correspondence. The verse describes a Maying outing interrupted by a sheep, while the letters section offers humorous and moral guidance on office behavior, egg shipments, and a cautionary take on marriage to a drinker, all reflecting period voice and community chatter.
The 10th annual Lawrence and Mather School Association banquet and reunion took place last evening at the Hotel Thorndike with a reception from 7 to 7 45 p m in the hotel parlors. Educators Amos M Leonard and M B Witzgerald attended, with graduates called to addresses including J H Rose Hamilton Burrage Captain Charles McKee William Battison Dr William Gallivan Frank Vogel from the Boston School Board and several others.
Harvard Hasty Pudding Club presents its new original operetta Hi Ka Ya tonight at Copley Hall Boston attempting to match Cambridge success. Thecompany aims for a favorable reception from Boston audiences as the Harvard men perform in a local venue.
Mayor Collins warned nine principal assessors and assistants that property appears unequally valued in the city. He urged valuing property at market value and extending scrutiny to personal estate and poll taxes, noting laxity in past assessments and the need to adjust for the Elevated road, vacant land, and suburban declines. Chairman Comins followed with guidance on real estate valuation and recent market shifts.
Ronan Grady, confirmed to Annapolis, not West Point as once reported, has earned widespread praise from Major Grady and neighbors. The youth shows strong service bent, leadership among local youths, and solid academic ability to meet the Annapolis standard.
A chocolate cake recipe uses melted chocolate milk eggs and sugar with vanilla and butter, baked in two loaves. The piece notes kitchen pans and cake decorating ideas from a furnishing store, recommends a glossy chocolate icing with butter, and mentions a white flower decoration. Read by ALICE E. WHITAKER.
The United States battleship Illinois sailed today with Rear Admiral A S Crowninshield aboard to assume command of the European station and participate in the coronation ceremonies for King Edward. Captain George A Converse commands the vessel.
Advert observes that others may claim as much for their butter thin biscuits, yet Kennedy's biscuits prove their claim with real quality. The slogan asserts Kennedy's as the genuine option, contrasting perceived value with competitors.
London April 2 A fortnight remains likely before a final decision on shipping negotiations as J Pierpont Morgan may not return to London and J Pierpont Morgan Jr handles talks. Most steamship lines except White Star plan stockholder approval to join, with Harland Wolff chairman Pirrie noting terms could be published to shareholders before the public.
Louella D Everett recounts the encounter of Mrs Diana Lisle a charming Englishwoman who befriends a Boston stenographer Miss Ellison and exploits her kindness by copying numerous poems and essays without pay. Lisle solicits more manuscripts, counts words with office boy Joe, and flees when the absent employer Mr Harriman returns to expose the scheme.
Sectarian legislation faced a sharp defeat as House members toppled a bill to bar appropriations for sectarian institutions. The roll call failed amid lobbying and long speeches, while new rules curtailed speeches and Friday sessions.
Six district Republicans await the Italian ambassador’s return to boost efforts against Mayor Hurley and rivals Gardner Shaw Tapley. Meyer’s arrival is tied to the famed red devil auto from Paris, amid talk of large receptions in Gloucester and Salem.
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