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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1899
Page
4
The Electrolytic Marine Salts liquidation committee released an eminent chemist report debunking Jernegan's sea water gold extraction claim. The piece notes public gullibility and hints at ongoing attempts to pursue similar illusions despite rejection, reflecting on human eagerness for marvels over practical scrutiny.
The city restores Castle Island to the public park system after a year of restricted access. Once closed for harbor protection during the War With Spain scare, the island now welcomes residents again next Sunday as a valued pleasure ground in peacetime.
Boston banks report subscriptions totaling more than half the capital for the Amalgamated Coppers Trust with funds drawn from local deposits. New York funds remain steady and the Boston money market shows no borrowing effect. Subscriptions appear to come from local savings as residents stock away capital under favorable terms.
Massachusetts considers requiring railroads to carry bicycles as baggage under the same terms as other luggage. A narrow one vote victory keeps the measure alive, signaling possible favorable action after opposition from railroad interests. Proponents cite safe handling by regular staff and notice existing practice in other states.
The varsity crew squad, announced yesterday, advances the eight by selecting sixteen hopefuls for two full crews. The final varsity lineup hinges on sixteen’s readiness and the chosen boat’s performance. Four rowers return from last year, including Captain Virginson, with impartial judgment guiding the process.
The speaker notes the squad’s quality and spirit, predicting a better showing for Harvard in the upcoming race. He cites an omen from last season’s football win and hopes varsity crews will realize improved achievements in the near future.
The article argues that court secrecy favors the wealthy and harms public justice. It contends publicity deters crime and misbehavior, urging open hearings to ensure impartial justice and accountability for all, regardless of social standing.
The Observant Citizen visited Walter Brackett’s Tremont Street studio noting its long history and famous guests. Articles mention Castle Island opening as a pleasure resort, Beacon Street development, Viola Allen on stage, Leazy Chase fleeing to Paris, and A N Wiggin moving to Park National Bank.
In Chicago a United States judge rules that a man described as a gentleman and an artist is exempt from the law limiting Chinamen to ninety days in the county. The report mentions social figures attending events in New York and Cambridge and notes upcoming University Club smoke talks and concerts at Beacon Street.
A poetic excerpt describes early spring wakes and marshes singing with a liquid melody. The verses speak of invisible choirs, budding blossoms, rising mists, and rain prophecies as the landscape imagines the season to come. The lines are attributed to Jone Be Lai i and "the Athontie" Momus.
News notes that Princess Margaret eldest daughter of the Duke of Connaught will wed Frederick William son of Prince Albert of Prussia and second cousin of Emperor William. Their ages are 18 and 19 respectively. The report follows other contemporaneous items from The Hague Peace Conference and Toronto church affairs.
A collage of humorous exchanges from various papers shows critics and jokers remarking on education optimism and aging. The quotes touch on wit, war relics, and domestic life with a playful tone.
Cathryn Young a Brookside nurse and Paul Margeson a lawyer fall in love then drift apart after a summer letter. A train accident brings Paul to the hospital where Cathryn cares for him. He recovers and asks for forgiveness, returning to love and engagement.
The Post announces weekly prizes for Original Short Stories with ten dollars for first, five for second, and two dollars each for four others. Winners to be named in the Sunday Post. Stories must be 700 to 1000 words, single side, full name and address, prepaid return postage, only women may enter, address to Sherbet Story Producer, mailed. no personal visits.
Menu notes include breakfast items such as oranges and coffee, dinner with tomato soup roast chicken and mashed potatoes, plus baking and stove top ideas. Recipe fragments describe scalloped oysters and a nut salad with celery and onion, attributed to Mrs. Florence Gricein of Auburndale Muss.
The Boston Post invites women readers to submit a three meal menu for a family of five with a weekly limit of ten dollars. Each week’s best menu will be printed on Sunday with the winning dish announced every Saturday. Submit to Cooking Peter, the Poet, Boston.
The House advanced the amended Dumond bill amid a rules suspension to final passage before the Senate. Critics cited prejudice against reform, while supporters pushed rail and bicycle transport measures. Other actions included voting on transit commissions and bans on overtime for women and minors.
The 114th annual Protestant Episcopal convention in Massachusetts met at Trinity Church with Bishop Lawrence opening proceedings. Rev. Roland C. Smith preached on freedom and cautioned against license, urging national humility and church influence on future policy and character formation. He warned against standing armies and navies shaping civilization.
Governor Walcott’s appointee Harry F. Adams was unanimously confirmed to the Police Commission yesterday, taking the oath at the Secretary of State and receiving credence. General Martin steps down after five years as chairman, with a banquet planned in his honor.
Guthrie May 3 report of a new national movement in the territory with 200 members, led by Dr. W T Kimberly in charge. The group claims 2000 members nationwide, plans a first meeting in Buffalo this summer, and describes itself as military and socialistic with an ironclad oath.
Officers from multiple units appeared before the military examining board at the State House yesterday. The group included personnel from the naval brigade first corps cadets and heavy artillery plus infantry officers. Results likely to be announced today with Colonel-elect William H. Donovan slated for May 17 examination. discussions note potential colonel appointments by the governor and reference opposition concerns surrounding Donovan.
The Hon Chauncey M Depew backs Senator Hanna for Republican National Committee chairmanship praising his 1896 leadership. He predicts a strong 1900 campaign with a platform defending trusts gold standard and civil concord while noting Democrats may mirror similar stances.
St Augustine's C T A S members hosted Triumph Club ladies at Pilgrim Hall Broad way South Boston. Frank Stout presided with John J Sullivan and William Donovan assisting. Guests enjoyed whist dancing and songs from show soloists. Luncheon at 10 ended the reception with "Light Fantastics" returning into the early hours.
The Rev Dr Samuel Kellogg, a leading American theologian and former pastor of Third Presbyterian Church in Pittsburg, died suddenly in Landour India while translating Scriptures into Hindostanee. He was born in 1849 on Long Island New York and educated at Princeton, where he taught mathematics for eight years.
Eminent artist Walter M Brackett shows nine canvases at his 41 Tremont street studio titled Fresh Rain, seven salmon and two trout. The works capture salmon moments after landing and the final struggle, with natural landscapes behind. Brackett, longtime Saguenay River summer devotee of Isaak Walton, has sold several pieces as the exhibition nears closure next Saturday afternoon.
The Ingomar Club will host its final whist party and dance at Bernice Hall Preas way tonight. Whist matches start at 8 with prizes for the winner, dancing begins at 9 and continues late. Club members are noted as prominent in South Boston social circles.
The Fiavana arrived here today with 500 United States troops. It will depart tomorrow with 1500 discharged soldiers.
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