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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1899
Page
4
The Boston Post discusses Andrew Carnegie’s belief that the rich have a social obligation to distribute wealth. It argues wealth created with community support should benefit the people and support Carnegie’s twentieth century policy for America.
The discussion of divorces among the famed New York 400 gains traction as pulpit and press denounce the practice. Moral sense widens the scandal of dissolving sacred family ties by those with influence. Statistics claim a divorce is granted every half hour in the United States, alarming communities about the erosion of domestic life and its societal foundations.
Citizens call for a nationwide, dignified expression of admiration for Admiral Dewey. Proposals include a home funded by public subscription, with options in Washington Boston Maine or New Hampshire. The Post offers coordination to raise funds within thirty days after consulting Dewey on his preference.
At Washington the Industrial Commission hears a distiller describe how rival firms were bought by valuing a distillery and paying cash then issuing preferred and common stock. The witness says overcapitalization weakens the trust, but asserts the group remains strong without new legislation. He estimates the venture is more water than whiskey and notes the method targets independent distilleries.
The passage notes inflated industrials hold up during booming periods and securities speculation but face collapse when the squeeze arrives. It emphasizes their resilience in buoyant times versus vulnerability under tightening conditions.
Harvard defeated Yale at New Haven on Saturday, a win seen as part of a streak that could restore Crimson supremacy in intercollegiate sports. The victory, along with earlier successes in football and debating, boosts prospects for rowing in New London and marks a turning point driven by determined, organized effort. Harvard now holds the graduates' cup, ending an eight year stand of others.
The writing notes a crowd on Massachusetts Avenue watching a delivery wagon and curious horses. It also reports burglaries in Roxbury and Jamaica Plain, an upcoming Charlestown parade marshal, dog poisonings in Beachmont, a Colby College dean pick, and a perilous fire escape incident with actresses Josie Sadler and Cora Deane. It mentions Mrs. Watson’s new book and Marblehead links, plus a lively scene with cats on Ferry Street and a tip about end seat etiquette on a streetcar.
Fragments describe transit improvements and passenger comfort, a proposed living figure advertising gimmick, social visits by Urskine Clements in New York, Burnham renting Lyndhurst in Newport, and Mrs Rogers heading to Newport. A Boston fire morning accident injures none. Anecdotes recount a camp pail tale from Camp Alger and Patrolman Brennan’s success detaining local hoboes in North Cambridge.
A shattered battleship gun is reclaimed and melted into a golden eagle. The poem recalls sailors' sacrifice and a nation’s resolve as allied forces forge strength from destruction in a tribute to Minna Irvine in the arena.
Gertrude Gray faces heartbreak as Ned Rhodes risks life to save her after a skating accident. Ned loses a leg to save her, and Gertrude marries rector Frank Trowbridge despite earlier feelings for Ned. Two years later Ned reflects that love and sacrifice made his crippled life worthwhile.
Lydia Thompson’s London benefit features a farewell recital of lines by Mire W. S. Gilbert. The speech reflects on leaving the stage, future outlooks, and the changing theatre world with references to actors, playwrights, and evolving venues.
Washington May 14 Rear Admiral Crittenden Watson praised for judgment discipline and gentlemanly conduct as he takes over from Admiral Dewey in Manila. Watson known for aiding Farragut at Mobile Bay and long naval service including Mare Island reforms and Spain era blockading actions.
A collection of brief, humorous exchanges and quips from Chicago Record and Judge. It spans topics from trolley etiquette and weather talk to open doors and fat geniuses, ending with playful exchanges about embalmment and canned beef.
London May 14 Andrew Carnegie outlines future philanthropic aims and asserts US will dominate global markets. He argues American manufacturers can outprice England and Germany, presses for a strong home market, and foresees sustained American iron and steel supremacy amid rising raw material costs.
Pallbearers from the Democratic Editors Association and Brooklyn Rapid Transit join a 24 member committee for the Governor’s funeral. The rites are at St Thomas W Episcopal Church at 4 PM with a procession to Grand Central for a special train to Water Town. Burial follows at the home of Mrs. Taylor and dignitaries chose a low key observance.
The piece details the Hebrew Pentecost or Feast of Weeks, its significance as Sinai’s law delivery, and how services and feasts marked the day in city synagogues. It notes observances at Orthodox and Reform temples and recounts a Talmudic legend about Ishmael and Esau’s reception of the law.
Dr. Julia Morton Plummer Dr. Caroline EK Hastings and Rev Morton W Plummer announce plans to depart for Poona India to lead a Bible training school tied to Pandita Ramabai's work starting early fall.
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