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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1897
Page
4
The Boston Post presents itself as The Representative Democratic Paper of New England, framing coverage as a voice for Democratic perspectives across the region. It emphasizes party alignment and regional influence in politics, aiming to shape public discourse through editorial stance.
A concise statement highlights a dual approach emphasizing purpose and restraint. The phrase suggests a balanced ethos combining a clear mission with disciplined conduct.
The Post urges negotiating a new 25 year lease for the West End elevated line, proposing 7 percent rent with general free transfers and revising after term. It argues lower rates and public interest must guide the project to achieve rapid transit for Boston and vicinity.
The Boston Democratic platform debate centers on adopting a clear municipal policy for local governance. While avoiding national issues like immigration or tariffs, the platform should address local self-government and public rights with courage and decisiveness. Economic indicators hint at a coming stock market movement in 1898.
The Democratic convention should adopt a strong free transfer plank to unite government and policy. Voters want assurance the party will pursue free transfers, not oppose it, and candidates must actively support the measure to avoid crippling the campaign.
The article notes a wave of prosperity across the region with Kansas leading uplift. It reports a pericultural crop harvest in Kansas totaling 61,000,000 bushels of wheat indicating strong agricultural output and economic momentum.
The 1897 agricultural year shows $34,000,000 for a single crop and $20,000,000 from other farm products. Kansas farmers thus surpass their 1896 profits by about $20,000,000. With a population near 1.6 million, the gains promise broad prosperity for all residents.
The Hon. George Fred Williams endorses Thomas Riley for Boston mayor but hints his support may depend on Democratic convention actions. Dated Nov 13, 1897, the letter follows Riley’s independent nomination the prior day and questions whether a platform would be necessary if Riley is the Democratic choice.
The rush to Boston starts today as merchants prepare a gala shopping week. Boston positions itself as the New England commercial hub with ready attractions, comfort for visitors, and a program of pleasure, profit, economy, and entertainment. The city extends a hearty welcome to the arriving multitude.
A Boston observer recounts social events and oddities from Friday night and the week, noting a wreath for a Brooklyn trip, Frederick Robie’s 50th anniversary, and local scenes. He comments on Boston prestige, a cabal in Cabot street, busy saloons, and theatre seat hardware. Mentioned: John W. Wiley and George H. Chandler in town.
A busy streetcar disruption sparks commuter complaints and cab drivers profit while lights hold under ground fears. Captain Crawford warns mining schemes are never safe and Phillips Brooks Hall funding nears completion at Harvard. Public library gains London Times files. local school praise for Andy Houghton at English High.
Dull stock markets persist with fractional profits by room traders and no price depressions. Prices remain firm while gains from speculation are scarce. Confidence rises as Spain forms a new ministry and moves toward a peaceful solution, improving U S Spain relations and raising hopes for Congress’s return.
A lyrical meditation on a restless heart longing for home and shelter. The speaker compares the heart to a wave, a distant cloud, an empty resting place, and a wandering bird, each yearning for its own safe harbor and familiar shore. The verses repeat the refrain of longing and ache.
The article outlines evolving skirt designs with emphasis on a circular top and knee flounce. Gored skirts fall out of favor due to inability to achieve a flat front. The circular seam center bias version and three piece skirt with a shaped front gore gain popularity for a streamlined silhouette.
The Post awards a prize of dollars for last week to Mrs. H. J. Rice of 96 Norfolk Street Dorchester. Her menu appeared in The Post on Wednesday November 24.
A historical laundry of meals lists BREAKFAST DINNER SUPPER items such as Apples and Bananas Graham Mush Small Sausages and Creamed Potatoes plus Roast Chicken Apple Soup and Mince Pie. It includes dessert items Roquefort Cheese Smothered Figs and Dry Canton Ginger with beverages and a detailed recipe for Swiss buns and Apple soup credited to HELEN B. CURTIS of 4 Gates Street Lowell Massachusetts.
A cavalcade of short items reports Sarasate gifting his Pampeluna keepsakes to his hometown, Sir Arthur Sullivan composing The Lost Chord by a hospital bedside, Eunice Davis of Dedham as a prominent abolitionist, a Lincoln Centre Kansas family of a dozen in school, Miss Mark Twain in Paris hailed for a future stage presence, Charles Blanc rising in Paris policing, a Marion Indiana attorney at 83 newly admitted to the bar, Kipling's price record for a Scribner prose piece, Hoard criticizing politics versus patriotism, and Ida Husted Harper updating Susan B Anthony's biography due January.
A collage of witty exchanges from various papers includes a Paris police court quip about a lifelong reputation, Johnson and Napoleon joking about a parasite, and a Chicago Record remark on a Klondike fever sleeper. Also notes Rex the bookkeeper tale and a sprinking cart pun.
Greater Boston welcomes shoppers as stores display ornate windows and signs for a week of low prices. Transportation lines offer round trip discounts and special certificates, with multiple excursions planned from New Bedford Taunton Attleboro and other stops to Park Square Kneeland Street. Tickets must be bought before excursion mornings.
F D Higbee of Chicago proposes a solid gold group featuring President McKinley as the main figure for the Paris 1900 Exposition. The project, linked to a West state’s gold bullion, would include two other figures and cost about 21 thousand dollars to construct with a 1 05 million dollar bullion value. Higbee aims to secure a copyright and notes the plan may not be approved by the President.
A four member Hawaiian delegation arrives in San Francisco from Honolulu to plead against U S annexation. The group includes James K Kauila president of the Hawaiian Patriotic League, David Kalulaliani leader of a rival society, William Auld a property owner from Oahu, and John Richardson a Maul lawyer.
A 17 year old boy's plea for $10 to aid a family route to recovery frames Molly Burns, whowrites for The Post wins a ten dollar first prize for a short story, earning recognition and a husband. Molly's success enables her to support her mother and a wounded brother while embarking on a new life with Allan Whitney after their wedding.
Mrs McKinley, in fine health this fall, will participate in winter social events at the White House. She has hosted weekly afternoon receptions since returning this autumn, regarded as a highlight of the social season. Miss Barber of Canton, a presidential niece, will debut this season, marking a rare executive mansion presentation since Grant era.
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