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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1898
Page
4
The Massachusetts Democracy credits the canvass by state ticket candidates as creditable and strong for the party. It notes expectations for election results with a call for Democratic voters to cast a robust vote to reflect party strength, urging a great poll tomorrow for the entire ticket.
The message urges Democrats to prepare for a vote against Imperialism and Algerism as an urgent political moment. It hints that two or three new Democratic Congressmen from Massachusetts could help avert the crisis by influencing the outcome tomorrow morning.
The Washington Capitol explosion destroys records and harms the library in a fire blamed on escaped gas under the chamber. No criminal motive is suspected. The piece calls for accountability and prevention, noting a prior Boston gas blast with unanswered questions and urging fixes to prevent recurrence.
A political call urges voters who back the Declaration of Independence and Massachusetts constitution to support Democrats in Congress to check imperialism and exclude eight million Malays and Asians from U S citizenship.
The piece argues the Democratic Party is united in the tenth district and can redeem the seat with a full vote. It praises Naphen for campaigning on imperialism, contrasts Lodge and Barrows with immigration policy, and urges a decisive Democratic victory tomorrow to elect Naphen.
A fiery call declares Massachusetts voters are not choosing the silver or tariff questions but supporting imperialism and Algerism. It urges voting straight for Democratic Congressmen amid claims of annexing 8,000,000 Malays and the fever camps' 2,500 soldier deaths.
Massachusetts voters are urged to back Democrats for four key districts to gain four seats in Congress. The appeal warns Republicans backed tariffs, opposes the Philippines policy, and stresses national and state interests requiring strong Democratic representation in Washington. Districts five seven nine ten urged to unite behind Flynn Ramsdell Naphen Fitzgerald to oppose tariff and support the president on Philippine policy.
The passage urges voters to elect Democrats to represent them and roll up the vote for Democratic congressmen.
The 1898 campaign closes with anticipated Democratic control of the next House and a reduced Republican strength in Congress. Republicans defend their position weakly, avoiding issues, and focus on sentiment and party loyalty as voters in Massachusetts and nationwide shift on war related issues. The public is expected to deliver a decisive change tomorrow.
The passage calls for aligning the three debatable districts with the ninth, urging the Massachusetts delegation to oppose Imperialism and Algerism and to elect four Democrats to Congress.
The loss of the Maria Teresa draws deep American regret as a symbol of naval prowess. Hobson demonstrated the feasibility of raising wrecked ships, urging renewed Navy effort to salvage other Spanish vessels wrecked off Cuba’s eastern shore. The public favors preserving one or two such historic ships.
A commemoration notes that promises tied to a named organization or community milestone reach a twenty five year mark. The piece highlights continued adherence to vows and ongoing dedication by leaders and members recognized in ceremony.
The Boston Post plans to publish three exceptional stories in its columns A Dead Leaf by George Parsons Lathrop a Thanksgiving Story Harriet Ann's Christmas by Mary E Wilkins a Christmas story and Come in New Year by Frank R Stockton a New Year's Story The papers notes these are among the authors best work and that Lathrops final tale shows him at his best The Post deems them highly attractive holiday features
Jests and brief dialogues from Life and Chicago News reflect age old social norms. Humorous lines feature a puzzled groom’s best man riddle, heiress’s kind heart, American parents, and shy inquiries at polite society events. Witty exchanges touch on engagements, hyphenation, and aging perceptions.
A reader notes how Observant Citizen uncovers city happenings beyond novels. The piece mentions Councilman Michael W. Norris, ward politics, loud parties, police restraint, a Harvard terrier, Sara MacLaren in The White Heather, Frohman’s theater management, and detailed stage cueing for Cyrano de Bergerac.
Two 18 year old girls on a June shore encounter Rolland Webster and Walter Moulton. Rolland and Philis recall their past summers and later share a brave moment as Philis faces Neil Lewis's schemes. Rolland reassures and kisses Philis, sealing a promise amid a hopeful future.
Horace J. Smith promotes a London memorial to William Penn to honor conscience and jury rights after prosecution. Edward Lloyd plans to end his public career around the century while his voice remains strong. Karl Schneider praised for German concert singing. Senator Fairbanks replaces old campaign rallies with speeches from trolley car rear platforms in Indiana. Sardou, France’s wealthy writer, once begged Miss Berenger for his hand lettered manuscript. Carnot’s charity gifts aid the poor, totaling about $5000 yearly.
Max H. Newman a former Republican argues Fitzgerald truly represents the common people against Krebs whom he calls aristocratic and self serving. He accuses Krebs of monopoly deception and political trickery while praising Fitzgerald for honorable methods and efforts to expose War Department wrongs. Boston, November 6, 1898.
In a letter responding to J. F. Francis, the writer defends civil service testing while challenging its relevance to mail duties. He notes he passed a civil service exam with 92.74 but declined a post office role, arguing exams measure geography and district knowledge rather than clerkly duties. He claims carrier tests do not prove fitness for collecting and distributing mail and labels civil service a farce.
An economical guide suggests transforming a plain window into a charming retreat with yellow China silk drapery. Rosettes in the fabric and a light brass rod with rings support a short curtain, creating an inviting focal point without costly additions.
Almost every steamship line has added vessels this year and Cunard adds the Altonia, a large four masted twin screw freighter built in England. The 513 foot ship, with cattle and cargo capacity, sails for Liverpool and is expected to arrive at East Boston on its initial trip. Captain Thomas Potter commands. Lloyds three deck rule classed. The Altonia promises 13 knots speed loaded with 11 000 tons, with extensive refrigeration for chilled beef and modern cargo handling.
The anti imperialist committee of correspondence circulated questions to Congress candidates in Massachusetts. Democratic nominees across districts oppose annexation to the Philippines Cuba with calls for immediate withdrawal or limited strategic holdings. Prominent figures Davis Bisbee Morse Ramsdell Perkins Fitzgerald Parith Gallivan Naphen Baker Brady Luce all resist expansion and favor independent development or modest coaling rights.
Police Captain Hasslachler led around sixty officers to Bellevue Hospital after warrants for illegal registration were issued against sixty eight hospital employees. The arrests, in civilian dress, occurred in the reception room and all detainees were arraigned at Yorkville Police Court with $500 bail each.
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