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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1898
Page
4
The Boston Post lists subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions, details mailing instructions, change of address requirements, and payment guidance. It notes Second Class Matter status and cautions subscribers about sending cash, with checks or money orders payable to the Post Publishing Company.
Editorial Rooms No 1004 Boston Business Office No 428 Boston announces subscriptions to the Boston Post can be secured at New York Hotels and newsdealers. Subscriptions must be prepaid and will be discontinued at expiration without further notice. Notify by mail if unavailable. FE A GROZIFR, Auditor and Publisher.
The May anniversaries retain a faded but lingering presence as Boston’s public gathers for annual meetings. Opponents to a proposed cycle path across the Common urge protest at City Hall, while defenders argue the plan won’t threaten the Common’s leisure function and trade should remain barred from this people’s pleasure ground.
The piece criticizes the U S government for lagging in Cuba after declaring war on Spain It argues for decisive aggressive action to expel Spain from Cuba urging quick offensives to capture Havana Porto Rico and key Morro forts rather than ineffective blockades It emphasizes the need for swift victories on Cuban soil rather than distant naval battles
Observant citizen Maude Odell of Castle Square plays an eighteenth century role with a star shaped patch on her left cheek. A quick-witted cabman joked about stripes, while Chutes grounds planned a big chute but a painted Spain warning was removed to avert a riot. Local notes praise Cape Cod residents and report Lend-a-Hand Club’s $1123 gift to Patrolman Regan’s widow and children after his pneumonia death.
A man was saved from drowning on Christmas Eve amid wartime city notes. Subscriptions and a flag raising event were organized by Rev. Edward E. Hale. Captains McAuley and Maddox shift commands while Lexington advances in the war. The Wabash recruiting post loses clerical help, and the government buys over a million dollars in mules for logistics.
A poem by Paul West reflects a prisoner’s plea for rescue as waves clash with memories of Manila and Porto Rico. It longs for the promised American aid, the day Cuba will be freed, and the speaker remains patient through night and day.
In a strip of social chatter, Blakely is described as not rich yet constantly visited by jewelers and merchants wagon stops. A rich social exterior clashes with disapproval for gifts sent home. Miss Willington and Miss Wrightley discuss wartime costs and sharp reminiscence, while a line from the Chicago News notes bold plans to join the war and a domestic defense hesitation.
Eleanor Brenton and Weston contend with a deadly cave in at Finnerty’s Palace Hotel mining camp. A rescue succeeds after perilous hours, revealing deep love and a future alongside Ward Russell, owner of the Golden Fleece.
Robert Taylor of Scarra Ireland aged 119 is believed to be Victoria's oldest subject. The Queen gave him a portrait. He laments seeing people travel by two rubber tires. Adelina Patti, at 14, sang publicly in Cuba and impressed. A Royal Academy 1899 painting by Orchardson will show four generations of the royal family. Miss Hastie of Australia aims to explore the Solomon Islands amid cannibal dangers.
A reader notes that some ottomans sold in large stores are hollow. They contain pockets for shoes and tools like buttons and thread. The article argues these are basically upholstered boxes and could be DIY with a grocer's box and denim, requiring a 14d seat.
A padded lid with denim cover and leather straps, white oilcloth underside, and tacked pockets inside make a compact storage chest. Straps hold a shoe brush and whisk, while a side bag for buttons and sundries may be hung. The contrivance promises notable time savings.
A Boston letter writer argues against anti French sentiment, urging caution before American women condemn France. She emphasizes a long standing friendship, questions sensational Paris press, and calls for thoughtful patriotism and restraint. The piece includes a personal signoff by EMELIE ALEXANDER-MARIUS of 44 Boylston Street. The Washington Star excerpt follows as a separate quip about a Man named Henrita and a tune.
Twelve sailor boys and an officer, all with pneumonia or colds, were transferred from the cruiser San Francisco to the Chelsea Naval Hospital after the ship reached harbor. Commodore Howell ordered the removal to prevent contagion and ensure treatment.
Telegrams reveal a closed incident at the State House regarding officer ranking. Secretary of War orders that volunteers of equal grade rank by muster date into U S service, then by prior U S service, or by lot if needed. Governor Wolcott acknowledges receipt to Adjutant-General Corbin.
War notes report a flag raising at W A Nixon home 39 Melrose Street Boston with 8 pm next Tuesday ceremonies. Winnisimmet Lodge notes volunteers will be kept on file until enlistment ends and dependents receive $50 in case of death. Cigarmakers Union No 97 held a flag raising at 14 Hudson Street with a brass band playing national airs.
War Department and City of Boston discuss acquiring about 105 acres on Deer Island to build harbor defences. If acquired, plans include two mortar batteries five 10 inch disappearing guns searchlights range finders and rifle pits with construction estimated at at least fifteen months. Mayor Quincy says he may grant the request if necessary for protection of Boston and will seek alternative farm land for city institutions.
A compact menu listing various dishes included in a meal plan or kitchen offering. Items range from breakfast staples like eggs and corn muffins to more substantial dishes such as hashed brown potatoes and liver with bacon.
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