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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1900
Page
4
The Board of Aldermen voted 10 to 3 to urge to the Legislature that Boston voters decide on higher taxes and an extended debt limit. The piece argues local self government and that taxpayers should approve any tax policy change. The mayor’s stance is highlighted but considered one voice among the people.
The report praises clear skies in the Southern States and successful observations along the path of totality. It notes expectations that this eclipse will yield greater scientific value, especially in photography, with instruments recording the sun’s phenomena and even transmitting data from Georgia to Tripoli, Africa.
An opinion piece argues Charles H. Allen cannot govern Porto Rico as Governor without an Executive Council and proper authority. It notes his desk is overwhelmed by petitions while delegations travel from interior towns to present grievances, reflecting administrative friction in the crown colony’s unique setup.
The letter argues that Porto Rico is cut off from the United States and left with an unrecognized hybrid government. It complains that Governor Allen lacks a real government and that the people are starving, urging President McKinley to address the issue beyond campaign pressures.
The legislature reversed early support for the Hall telephone bill amid a strong lobbying push by Bell interests. Critics say the House vote shift reflects unseen influences rather than new facts, and call for state supervision of quasi public utilities to proceed despite delays. The piece notes a new Boston Elevated official, and honors Rev. Thomas Scully on his parish school’s twenty-fifth anniversary.
The Speaker and top Republicans meet at the State House amid corruption insinuations over the Westminster Chambers vote. Insiders warn that an inquiry may follow, but the core issue is lobby influence corrupting state government and undermining reform.
A column of small news items notes eclipse viewing antics by boys with smutty noses, Dorchester Gentlemen's Driving Club plans for Memorial Day, a Lawn Party at the Institute of Technology, Miss Elizabeth Cogley’s retirement from the Pennsylvania Railroad telegraph office, and fashion tips for chatelaines plus a brief legislative mention about Representative Foelker of Athampton and venture cars.
A fragmented home menu lists breakfast items such as Indian meal ed pork chops and breaded elements. Luncheon includes quince sauce golden gate bread, cheese, cold tea and potato dishes while dinner features mashed potatoes string beans and pickled peaches. The note ends with a recipe for baked pork chops and a crumb crust, signed by Louise Sternng of Stonehurst Street, Rochester.
Walter Herries Pollock’s poem in Longman’s presents King Olaf choosing a sword to enforce action against rebels. The verse portrays menace, vigilance, and imminent retribution as Olaf vows no mercy and readiness to strike at treachery and malcontents.
A collage of brief humorous quotes and dialogues from multiple papers. Jesters discuss doctor visits, customer service, hosiery, clockwork business, and thirst in a style resembling early 20th century humor columns. Entities include Dr Mogue, Harlem Life managers, Chicago News, Philadelphia Bulletin, Washington Star.
A mosaic of brief notes mentions Joaquin Miller listed as a fruit farmer in a San Francisco directory, a Damascus wall discovery of an ancient library, Governor Robert B Smith’s mining wealth, musician Lora Roberts, and staff serenades. Paris banker M Edouard Bocher dies at 90, Rev John Synott named vicar general in Hartford, and Latin American presidents pledge to attend Buffalo Pan American exposition in 1901.
Helen and Philip face a village prank that drives them apart then reunite years later after both seek fresh starts. A Westbound move and a disguise reveal the true changer, Dick Hammond, who is really Philip seeking forgiveness. Helen forgives and recognizes him at last.
Company I Ninth Regiment Infantry M V M under Captain James A Cully will attend a memorial mass at Calvary Cemetery Decoration Day Wednesday in honor of the late Major O Connor who died in Cuba August 7 8 All past members who served with this company in the Spanish American War are invited to accompany them The command will take electric cars at the corner of East Newton Street and Harrison Avenue at 945 am.
The House refused to place telephones and telegraphs under State supervision after debate led by Mr. Driscoll. Opponents cited local opposition and a perceived monopoly. supporters urged state supervision and potential future amendments. Final vote 62 yeas to 110 nays.
The passage aggregates miscellaneous notes: Sicily sulfur mines yield 900000 tons yearly. war with 80 shots per 100 hits. English women’s colleges reportedly overfilled. England consumes 600000 pounds of tea daily. It also notes Post Office ban on divine healers, Britain’s eggs imports around 1.92 billion, Korea rinder pest impact on stock, muffs origin around 1560, 15000 Japanese in Korea with shifting Chinese population, Mexican haciendas for cattle, buckwheat sowing 1,000,000 acres thirty five years ago and 678,322 acres in 1898.
Boston seeks approval to borrow 1 million dollars via twenty year bonds at 4 percent to fund twenty public playgrounds. The piece lauds Boston as a model for public works and questions whether other cities, including New York, should imitate its foresight for children’s welfare.
Editors say civil government in Cuba will face mild handicaps and dismiss claims of Spanish or negro domination as unfounded. The note mocks Republican talk that Mr. Hanna would be a Philadelphia convention delegate, suggesting he would control it anyway.
A compact entry for a 300 page day book priced at 35 ets from Commutationery Co at 47 Cornhill. The note presents a shop location and product type typical of a period catalog.
In Washington the Senate debated a Teller resolution as Senator Wellington of Maryland charged a secret understanding with Great Britain. He urged sympathy for the Boers and claimed British influence shaped U S diplomacy, linking Rhodes and Chamberlain to a vast conspiracy. The session also saw reading of the sundry civil appropriation bill and passage of the Alaskan civil government measure.
London May 23 John Redmond chairman of the United Irish party said before leaving for Dublin that he expected an early dissolution of Parliament harming Nationalists who lack organization. He also expressed hope that American aid would come.
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