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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1898
Page
4
The Boston Post is lauded for publishing the first authentic Manila victory details ahead of rivals. It contrasts rapid news with Waterloo delays, noting the Post sold the news on Boston streets as the last gun echoed in Spain.
The piece argues U S forces are massed at Tampa Mobile and New Orleans ready for invasion of Cuba with naval support. It asserts Spain must withdraw from Cuba and Puerto Rico may be seized later to deny Spain bases while Blanco is sent home to end the war.
The article notes global stock and currency reactions to Spain’s naval withdrawal from American waters. It cites rising U.S. securities and London buyers, with calls to accelerate navy dock construction and naval strength, while criticizing political patronage in the volunteer army.
The argument denounces appointing civilian relatives of politicians to high military posts. It warns such nepotism undermines leadership in war, asserting military commands require proven training and experience, not political lineage, lest brave volunteers face preventable danger.
Column notes from Dorchester recount quirky tales of local clubs and elections among familiar names such as James N. Kelley and ex Sen Richard Sullivan. It notes a failed ante election, a new assistant clerk at City Hall, a Dorchester High School alumni athletics club, a New York theater figure's death, a Lambs Club ticket sale, a Cambridge legacy, Admiral Sampson, Rev Hale guest, and Stoughton Street decorations amid loyal displays.
Quick guide to simple homemade pillows for summer use. Describes a blue denim patriotic pillow and a ribbon tied bolster option that can be rolled up in minutes without sewing. Includes light humor from Chicago records and a collage of jokes for light reading.
A poetic reminiscence links the 1775 cue at Bunker Hill to the 1898 Manila Bay actions. It extols American resolve through echoed lines and images of discipline, courage, and national pride amid battle where leaders urged restraint and fighters stood firm.
The text profiles diplomats and military leaders, noting TM M. Hanotoux as former French foreign minister and a Paris teacher, General Herbert Kitchener’s rise after early obscurity, Admiral Henry Erben rejoining active duty to lead the mosquito fleet, and Kiowa and Cheyenne chiefs Lone Wolf and Buffalo Meat planning a Baptist church speaking tour to advocate conversion and progress.
A playful exchange about Shakespearean proverb meaning. Johnny interprets honor your father and mother as rising when called in the morning. Puck references an Indiana mayoral kiss plan, prompting a humorous reply about compliance.
Banana pudding sliced into a glass dish with a yolk custard and browned meringue appears beside lemon tarts with a cornstarch jelly filling. The note credits Mrs Louise de Marson of 2 School Street Roxbury Massachusetts as the contributor.
Poem praising flags and naval prowess urging victory against Spain. Mentions Maine sinking, Cuban freedom, and the US flag leading the charge. Attributed to Isaac McLellan from Greenport, L I.
Maggie Hammond, destitute cousin to Olive Smith, endures shyness and hardship until a party rekindles her health and presence. Olive envies and scorns, while Mr. Bean aids Maggie and a young man named Charles earns her betrothal after a secret admirer encounter. A wedding soon follows.
The advertisement proclaims a hair growth product endorsed by Mme Yale as tested and proven to stop hair loss and induce luxurious growth. It claims no harmful ingredients, non greasy formula, and suitability for gray or balding heads with a price of one dollar.
The passage notes the bride to be was not Olive Smith, though that young lady declared herself “as good as engaged.” It reflects bridal expectations and social dating norms via a witty line about substitutes and commitment.
Harvard defeated Princeton in a Sanders Theatre debate on immigration restrictions. Harvard's side featured F. O. White, Rosenthal, and Parke, while Princeton lined Ethaniel Reeves Criffs and Matthew Lowrie. Judges Pierce Capen and Page ruled Harvard had the stronger argument after brief deliberation.
Sergeant Frank J L Gibson opened a recruiting office at the State House Room 269 to enlist 167 men for an ambulance corps to serve Massachusetts troops. An order from Washington halted the effort before more than fifty applications, including many from medical students, could be processed.
The United Society of Christian Endeavor plans evangelistic services for U S troops in camps and army movements. A circular urges Endeavor officials and unions to cooperate with the Y M C A in tent meetings to hold song services and perform personal work, sending Bibles religious papers and books to camps.
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