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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1901
Page
6
The phrase MOTTO: With a Mission and Without a Muzzle appears as a two variant wording line. The text contrasts a call to duty with a restrained approach to action, suggesting a disciplined, purpose driven stance. The exact historical context or origin is not provided in the readable fragment.
The piece notes that witnesses in the Ward 21 caucus fraud case describe the operatives as careful about appearance. It reflects on the tension between outward polish and inner virtue, arguing that front presents a quick judgment in crime but cannot substitute essential character.
Wu Ting Fang, Chinese minister, pushes for equal rights access and admission of Chinese immigrants while rejecting special privileges. He argues justice requires equality, but U S policy rejects extending citizenship, noting past failures with enfranchisement of Black Americans and maintaining exclusion.
The remark questions next year's army and other Philippine expenses of 157,409,536 dollars and asks whether such heavy outlay yields a commensurate commercial wisdom, asking if trade truly follows the flag.
The Post reports the Free Vaccination Station in the Pelham building, opened last Monday with Board of Health approval, vaccinated over 3000 people before tenants protested, forcing its closure. Dr Richard R Pettigrew and his assistants are credited for careful service.
Governor Van Sant of Minnesota denounces a proposed consolidation of the Great Northern and Northern Pacific railroads, warning it violates state laws and seeking united action. Governor Toole of Montana signals readiness to use statutes against monopolies and pledges cooperation, with possible federal action if states fail. The rail trust must first overcome state sovereignty before appealing to Congress.
Secretary Root releases the War Department annual report on the Philippines focusing on benevolent assimilation with a 70,000 strong army. The piece argues trade under American occupation lags behind European commerce, noting US exports to the Philippines are small while imports from England Germany France and others rise. It cites a 27 percent drop in exports to the United States and a heavy cost to Americans to sustain the market, with 140 million plus requested for ongoing Philippines operations.
A columnist cites Congressman Payne saying no tariff changes will occur under Republican leaders amid warnings from protected interests. The piece argues current prices in materials and goods abroad vs domestic hurt American industry and signals a political backlash if tariff policy stays fixed.
The Observant Citizen describes liberal culture among Harvard College faculty families and hints at subtle class interactions. It cites Dr. Sargent of the Hemenway gymnasium demonstrating refined carriage from his dancing calisthenics course and notes a young woman observing through a kitchen window.
A column of social asides and local updates from Boston covers campus life, police chief Watts’ literary approach to bulletins, officials like Charles Bartlett and John Casey, bridge delays in South Boston, vaccination deadlines, and public figures such as Colonel Flaherty and Professor Hall. The tone is brisk, with sketches of daily life, politics, and city rhythms.
A collage of whimsical verse and prose snippets spans Pipe friendship jokes, a broad Australian creature tale, a Thanksgiving note on national messages, a divorce report, playful editor banter, and assorted quips. It blends humor with dated regional color and light social observations.
Trustees' annual report notes failure of a run thing under a republican setup with its own courts and government while praising boys for building a barn costing nearly ten thousand dollars. Emily Warner cites lack of runaway interest and a boy's remark about preferring the farm with ball games swimming and watermelons over home dinners.
In a family of old, hungry, and guilt-stricken immigrants a pardoned survivor returns home on Thanksgiving. A final meal becomes a turning point as the man who once left to drink and wrongs finds mercy, and the prodigal requests to learn his family’s ways again.
Mrs George L Stearns widow of Major Stearns died in Medford on November 28 at age 9.
The Czar received Marquis Ito at Tsarskoe-Selo and Count Lamsdorff hosted a gala dinner in Ito’s honor. A strong entente between Russia and Japan is viewed as a probable result of the audience, though no permanent commitments are expected from either government.
Carney Hospital bans all visiting until further notice as a precautionary measure by authorities.
Jordan Marsh Co advertises Python style and pattern in men’s wear with up-to-date stock showcased for Friday and Saturday. Emphasizes handsome patterns and low prices across the rest of the stock.
A large stock of eiderdown and blanket wraps offered at deep discounts. 200 full length robes with blue red and brown stripes priced at 2.49, 300 heavy wool robes at 0.95, 500 double-faced Scotch plaids at 6.00, plus English robes from 12 to 30 dollars.
You re not in it this year if you don t wear a great overcoat. They re a warm, comfortable and stylish garment. We have them at all prices. Great Overcoats of Scotch Home spun Irish Frieze in Black and Oxford, Rough Cheviots and English Coatings in Blacks Oxford Cambridge and Olive shades. Linings of silk serge lasting or fancy worsteds 15 18 20 25.
The Pilgrim for men is promoted as the best wearing and best looking shoe for its price. It is described as durable with patent calf vid kid velour enamel ebony kid and box calf leathers. The ad notes newer shapes and lasts and claims rivals at $4.00 $5.60 and $7.00 a pair.
A catalog style display lists men’s gloves including 1 clasp dogskin gloves with English thumb and gusseted fingers priced at 69 cents for beige options, fleece lined kid gloves at 1.00 per pair, and wool gloves in assorted colors. Prices for gloves range from 25 cents to 12 dollars per pair across electric seal, water mink, China dog skin, wool seal, wombat, nutria, beaver and others.
A street floor advertises men’s hats at 2.00 with the claim of better value than rivals. It lists latest colors and trim as level with hats priced at 3.00, noting comparable quality to grade items. The text mentions prices 2.06 and 2.08 for finer felt hats with silk bands, leather sweatbands, light weight, self conforming, and fashionable styling.
A retailer advertises the largest line of Cardigan Jackets with prices from 1.50 to 5.00. The mention includes the Heavy All-Worsted Jacket noted for its hard twisted worsted, offered in all sizes, priced at 2.50.
Local retailer advertises half-price on men s winter weight hosiery and underwear. Highlights fast black cashmere and all wool hose, heavy cotton and merino options, and silk trimmed union suits. Limited to six suits per customer.
The Rev Franklin Hamilton preached at Temple Street Church urging a return to Puritan values. He warned today’s gratitude often fails and praised social progress in feeding housing and education amid strikes. He stressed the nation is now a world arbiter and urged a Puritan Sunday mindset.
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