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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1898
Page
4
Rumors from London Europe and distant isles stirred fear as cables failed and fleets moved. Officials warn sensational tales harm morale while Governor Wolcott urges tighter limits on connections between savings banks and banks of deposit to curb misused funds.
The piece argues the United States failed to prepare for the Philippines after Dewey's Manila Bay win. It notes delays in sending transports and troops, warns of unpreparedness, and stresses the need to secure and administer the archipelago responsibly, as it becomes a long, complex challenge.
The Boston aldermanic bill died in the House after a veto by Governor Wolcott was sustained by a vote of 62 yeas to 98 nays for passing over the veto. The session also debated finances and flags, with discussion on expenses for a 1894 Chattanooga trip and arguments over public symbols on flags and affiliations. The day closed with the House handling miscellaneous bills and unfinished business.
The piece defends William J. Bryan for raising a Nebraska regiment, noting his dignity since the Spain crisis and his quiet, patriotic effort to enlist with volunteers. It argues newspapers should not mock his actions and that his conduct reflects credit and patriotism regardless of eventual office.
District Foreman James M. Hillis of the sanitary division was fatally shot while enforcing a health ordinance. The brutal killing prompted calls for urgent police action to arrest the perpetrator and bring him to justice.
A bustling column covers social and cultural tidbits from Boston. Topics include Mr. Higgins in floral culture, a new bird’s-eye scrapbook of President McKinley’s visit to Mr. Plunkett of Adams, Mass., Mrs. Alice Breed in Japan, theater moves by B F Keith, Captain Cush ing with the Calumet, streetcar conductors, Framingham Camp Dewey visit, actor benefit notices, Lambs arrival, Congressman Sprague, Lowell Memorial Park funding, trans Mississippi stamp sale, and calls for dog water troughs in the city.
A collage of humorous exchanges and light courtroom barbs from early 20th century papers. Jokes span a judge quibbling with a wife about breaking into a girls high school to a man fined for sass, alongside social wit about presidents and marriage refusals.
Gertie Aforton and Jack Sargent drift from friendship to love as Jack confesses his longing. After Jack’s fatal accident, she defies family and nurse's objections to marry him, declaring she loves him and will be his wife. The couple wed at his bedside with a minister present, sealing a lifelong bond.
The text explains the popularity of the Spanish flounce skirt, noting its ordinary presence in fashion. It describes a pictured design with a deep point at the front that extends toward the waist and turns down to create smaller points over each hip.
Athens papers spotlight Mavrogenis the last survivor of 1821 conflicts. Born in Paros in 1798, he has a sister ten years his senior. Marion Hovey of Boston donates 5000 dollars to Gloucester for a high school graduate's MIT entrance exam. Prince Ruprecht of Bavaria avidly studies antiquities and issued a Gerasa Syria treatise. Nietzsche, confined in an insane asylum, claimed he could stamp values for millennia.
Breakfast items include doughnuts flaked rice fritters and fried potatoes. Dinner features roast leg of lamb with sides and currant jelly. Supper lists hot baking powder biscuits cold lamb olives and berries with desserts. Rolled oats bread and English suet pudding appear with preparation notes and ingredients. Mrs Elizabeth Hayward East Weymouth.
Darwin C. Pavey challenges The Herald claim on Farragut and Porter titles. He explains that Stephen C. Rowan became vice admiral when Porter rose, and on Rowan's death the title went extinct. Dated May 24, 1898.
John C. Fernald of 489 Shawmut Avenue writes to correct the paper. He notes his birth date April 18, 1819 and says Victoria was born May 24, 1819. He claims to be one month and six days older than the Queen in May 1898.
The Boston Post urges readers to temper expectations and wait for substantial reports, noting newspapers should not promise major developments until events occur.
A London and Washington sourced spread of war rumors cites possible destruction of Vizcaya and Alfonso XII, uncertain fate of the Philippines squadron, and reports of Cervera’s movements from Santiago. Other notes claim Oregon and ships reached Para Brazil, while France reportedly seeks Canary Islands with a large cash offer.
A retired diplomat in Madrid via Biarritz on May 2 predicted European interference in the Spain conflict only if events persuade the American people and President to urge forbearance. He warned that continental powers will act when Spain shows weak resolve or faces domestic upheaval.
The Daily Chronicle reports a vessel flying Norwegian papers has been refitted in London as a coal hulk on a grand scale. It was cleared for Cardiff to take 3500 tons, then to a neutral port and to Cape Verde to serve as a receiving hulk for Spanish warships. It will lie off the African coast hidden yet replenished by fast steamers from continental ports.
Governor Wolcott urges Legislature to limit connections between savings banks and national banks after the Hamshire County Savings Bank defalcation and the flight of Levi Warner of Northanton. The message asks for stricter control of locality and personnel of officers to protect public savings.
The Second Corps of Cadets under Captain Horton was relieved by Captain Reuben W. Ropes and Company B. Sixty-one men served, with Lieutenants Webb and Dalton. General Bancroft and Captain Bangs witnessed the lowering of the colors as a rapid-fire gun was shown. Lieutenant Colonel Johnson will report with two rapid-fire guns and ammunition to Devereux tomorrow afternoon. picket duty will mark the camp under Captain Ropes.
The West End car workers held a meeting in Wells Memorial Hall to reorganize the union. Freeman O Emerson chaired with speakers Deacon J G Buttrick Rev William H Albright Harry Lloyd Fred J Kneeland Thomas MOTeny C L A P 8 Ryan B T C George Gunther and others. Some speakers cited General Bancroft signaling support for the move.
The German steamer Amram was detained in Philadelphia on May 24 as authorities fear coal cargo could reach Spanish warships in Cuban waters or be sent to a Spanish port. The coal is consigned to the Mexican railroad for Vera Cruz delivery.
Daniel J. Driscoll was found unconscious on Massachusetts Avenue near Botolph Street at 6:35 last night. He was taken to City Hospital where surgeons treated a severe scalp wound. police have not learned how the injury occurred.
A narrative describes a naval game of chase across uncharted seas between continents. Sailors dream of childhood quests while a hunter closes in, planning to lure him toward reefs and shoals as gunfire and wreckage loom. The verse ends with a perilous signal and retreat to Chicago.
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