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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1898
Page
4
President Capen of Tufts College calls World War I the most holy war in history. He argues the conflict is a grand case of national self-denial and humanity’s defense, untainted by political gain.
Editorial notes that silence from Manila does not indicate bad news and that authentic reports confirm a sweeping U S victory. It argues current communications failures may be explained and asserts confidence that the Stars and Stripes now fly over the Philippines as the Spanish disaster is analyzed from Madrid.
A Massachusetts columnist denounces state restrictions on forming provisional volunteer companies. The piece argues only men and armories matter, not locations, urging enrollment nationwide and urging repeal of limits that cap provisional units to armory towns. It condemns red tape and calls for broad access to drill and enlistment.
The piece argues a rapid end to the war with Spain, claiming US bonds stand strong while Spanish bonds are cheap. It asserts US currency is gold-backed and that Spain cannot secure foreign loans, urging a quick military victory to spare Spain further financial burden.
The Observant Citizen praises display of national colors on streets and at the Watertown Arsenal two wheelmen are halted by a sentry. Captain Weeks, Max Zach, and Mrs. Wood of Cambridge are mentioned amid plans for concerts and public notices. Lincoln's era mobilization is noted with volunteer calls and local honors.
A poem depicts Commodore Dewey and American sailors sailing toward Manila during the war era. The verse frames duty and courage, contrasting peaceful decks with a brutal battle that follows. It honors sacrifice, national pride, and the righteous resolve of soldiers.
Walter Leaf prepares a new metrical English rendering of Hafiz to be released soon in England. The notes mention other items including John McIntyre who killed himself at the Capitol Hotel in Louisville and registered to Room 13. Benjamin Howard claims access to Saghalien with assertions about prison horrors.
A bustling trend favors black and white combos in street and evening wear. Designers showcase large white Gainsborough hats with black and white plumes, white mousseline trims with jet beads, and white straw hats with a black underbrim, as seen in a pictured ensemble.
A testimonial from Agnes M Harris of Push Virginia describing eczema on hands. She reports immediate relief after applying Cuticura ointment and sleeping soundly that night. Mentions circumstantial use of Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Resolvent as part of a full treatment.
Amos Tiffin and Susette Dainty plot to help a poor lover wed Miss Anderson. Johnson pretends wealth to win the banker’s blessing, while Tiffin secretly settles a debt with a disguise. The ruse ends with trust restored and a betrothed couple.
The U S monitor Lehigh arrived from Philadelphia and anchored off Charlestown Navy Yard between the Katahdin and Wabash. Lt R G Peck reported to Commodore Howison at high noon and 100 Massachusetts Naval Militia members joined the crew. The vessel, painted gray with its turrets and 15 inch guns, inspired crowd hopes for rapid brigade formation and readiness against a potential Spanish threat.
Rumors of the Beaver line steamer Lake Ontario being sold prove unfounded as she sails from Montreal to Liverpool with 210 saloon passengers and a large grain cargo. The Frank A. Palmer reaches Tampico safely after a 29 day voyage from Baltimore. Captain Nelson Spaulding sails for Provincetown to join the cruiser San Francisco. The Manning cutter prepares for action at Portsmouth with ordnance. Commodore Schley reportedly seeks the Manning for scouting duties. Naval personnel from East Boston and Deer Island are noted for forthcoming service aboard Wilmington and Vesuvius. A British ship Drumrock signals Maine remembrance at Bayonne while towboat Peter W. continues at sea.
The Clara Clarita sustained boiler trouble and layby for hours while repairs were made, with Lehigh proceeding under its own steam. Officers listed on the Lehigh include Lt. Eck, Lt. Dexter, Lt. Dillaway, and several junior officers and ensigns. Crew members praised treatment aboard and some plan to enlist. navy yard work continued with Lancaster, Lebanon, Vulcan, Oneida and Southern prepping for service and enlistment applications being filed.
French Captain Charley Nugent owned by Suffolk Towboat Company was chartered by the government and pressed into service during the tie operations in the local harbor along with Kate Jones and others. She will be stationed at the Nahant end of the operations.
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