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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1899
Page
6
A brief mention of the Boston Post as the representative newspaper for the New England Democratic viewpoint. The note repeats the paper’s name and regional affiliation.
The First Church of Boston plans an anniversary event honoring Oliver Cromwell for aiding New England. Speakers in a ceremony this evening will discuss his role, balancing his harsh rule with historical impact on American settlers and the region.
With Attorney General Knowlton out, Lieutenant Governor Crane stands clear for the top spot on the Republican ticket. Crane is described as wealthy, popular, and capable, likely to lead the ticket, while balance of nominations, including Secretary of State, remains unsettled and may trigger further shifts if deadlocks occur among figures like General Guild and Speaker Gates.
Congressman Moody appeals to the Shoe and Leather Association to press for repeal of the tariff on hides. He hints at a forceful approach in Washington, arguing that reason will not prevail against the McKinley era deals and Helena promises to the Chicago Beef Trust. The piece urges New England lawmakers to vote as a unit against Helena’s influences until hides are removed from the free list.
The senate scuttled a pro Vision of the Fronge bill for Cove shreect bei due to a sixty foot width requirement. The measure returns to the House for concurrence in the Senate amendment as to bridge adequacy for Lipston and surrounding traffic.
A damaged trolley wire at the Public Garden portico falls without injuries. Dorchester children seek a play lot while a Newport land dispute prompts Mrs. Oelrichs to erect a tall obstructive fence. Boston artists visit North Sutton and Paris, and civic clubs plan a Point Shirley dining pavilion amid talk of a new fashion in linen suspenders.
The article notes that after amending the Senate proposal, officials expect the matter to be settled in a prepared, stable form. It outlines a path toward a final version and the anticipated procedural steps.
The state may soon adopt an antitrust statute applying to individuals, firms, and corporations. It bans combinations restraining trade, price fixing, production limits, and anti competitive practices with harsh penalties. Governor Pingree supports enforcement though court interpretations of constitutionality remain uncertain.
The Daily Table offers a breakfast lineup with toasted shredded wheat biscuit and cream, broiled tripe, baked potatoes, oatmeal mounds, oranges, and coffee. Dining section features a concise list of morning fare.
In Mudville excitement erupts as news travels that Dewey may pass Number Nine. Crowds cheer, a comic doctor chase unfolds, and villagers fashion a playful tribute shirt with stars. The town imagines a future return and drafts a lighthearted invitation for Dewey to respond.
A 27 year old bachelor with a $100,000 income courts Judge Parker’s daughter Nell Parker after a ball at Mrs Ashton’s. Jack and Nell marry on Christmas 18XX in a lavish ceremony and become a social couple, later riding a tandem through the city as newlyweds.
A collage of humorous quips about wives and everyday life from multiple papers. Lines reference Formosa pricing, marital banter, and humorous exchanges, illustrating turn of century newspaper humor and social puns.
The order of the Garter is conferred on the Duke of Northumberland. Rev. George R B Stewart elected president of Auburn Theological Seminary. Memorial services for Dr. Booth held at the seminary chapel with address by De Rey Wall of Stamford Conn. U S officials and British leaders gather for Hague peace conference events. Senator Fairbanks to Alaska to study the Alaskan boundary. Navy yard pay ruling issued for April 6 funeral day. Henry Monton declines run for attorney general. Carlos Garcia emerges as Havana office candidate. concerns over nativity noted. MacDonald credited with saving Daudet. statues planned in Nimes and Paris. Dartmouth alumni prepare for President Tucker’s arrival and welcome in Boston.
At yesterday's Massachusetts Historical Society meeting, senior vice-president S A Green announced the death of corresponding member Hon Aloree of Cincinnati, Harvard graduate 1815 and 1848 law school alum. R N Toppon of Cambridge elected resident member and Rev William Cunningham of Cambridge Eng named corresponding member.
The Harvard Yale debate will be held at Sanders Theatre Cambridge at 8 tonight one of the year’s great forensic events Harvard asserts its team leads in all round work The topic is Resolved that the president method of electing Senators is preferable to popular vote Yale takes the negative Six speakers hail from Illinois Michigan Minnesota and Massachusetts with several from Springfield and Ly nn tickets are near selling out with seats available at the Harvard Crimson office all day
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