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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1898
Page
4
In Paris Spain’s delegates stage dignified resistance to peace terms while knowingly facing defeat and bankruptcy. They understand the United States, though stern, will press reasonable, generous terms. No fleet involvement will be needed to enforce the treaty commission’s demands.
A Boston plan proposes liquidating nine national banks with $8.55 million capital and forming a single new bank with $5–6 million capital. The move, driven by savings banks, faces minority stockholder concerns and questions about fair pricing, minority protection, and depositor interests amid competition from trust companies.
The Post defends making the telephone a universal convenience for wage earners. It cites John J. Buckley’s Democratic Club letter supporting Gaddis, argues modern services like sewing machines, bicycles, and gas price declines benefit workers, and condemns monopoly as the reason phones remain a luxury. It urges widespread access, echoing London’s example.
The rough figures of the Treasury accounts for September suggest little change. full returns are expected to show minor movements across accounts. The preliminary data point to stability in federal finances as auditors prepare final tallies.
The month shows a deficit between 14 and 15 million dollars due to wartime spending. War payments for September fall under 25 million, while pensions for a war ended 33 years ago total about 11 million. Internal revenue nears 22 million, tariff income under 17 million, underscoring tariff inadequacy and that foreigners bear less of the tax burden.
Senator Hoar denounces the Speaker's control of House legislation while admiring Senate procedures. He argues House rules block a year's business in five years, and likens passage of a claim in the Senate to sending a letter by mail. He notes Senate traditions are as problematic as House rules and warns single members could stall his own order.
The Observant Citizen notes Rev B F Mills will start Sunday evening talks at Hollis Street Theatre with The Germs of a Greater Relinion. It recalls Hollis as a former church site and mentions Isaac P Rich’s knack for converting sanctuaries into theatres. Yesterday Rear Admiral Sicard was placed on the retired list.
Commodore Henry L. Howison faces a career advance after delays caused by Sampson and Schley. He will assume the office on November 22, allowing him to fly his flag again. The piece also notes other naval changes and retirements shaping promotions.
Fragmented verse praising naval triumphs and harvest imagery. Mentions Schley and Jobson, a victorious tone, and a proud vessel on the harvest billow. Evokes hardy sailors and farmers, with a refrain on peace having victories as vivid as war.
on a passenger train Dorothy Mason and Tom share a lingering kiss and confession as they near Quincy and South Braintree. Dorothy, torn between obligation and love, resolves to marry Tom and keep him from parting, revealing her true feelings and Tom’s shift in plans.
A collage of humorous quotes and exchanges from Chicago News Indianapolis Journal and other papers. Jests range from gossip and family tensions to political quips about campaigns and money. Names, places, and brief scenes appear in quick, pointed lines.
Felix Faure earns a ceremonial knightly title as Chevalier de la Toison d Or while Senator Peffer quips he has grown wiser in six Senate years. Clarence Greathouse, Kentuckian adviser to Korea's king, boasts a long Pacific life and a tall tale fund. Canada’s Dominion Senate appears highly patriarchal with many elders. its oldest, David Wark, born 1804 in Londonderry, sits since federation. A poignant funeral notice for Regina Dlexner shows a vast branching family. Verdi is honored by renaming Milan’s conservatory, despite early rejection. Laura Lykens, a Shawnee lawyer, rises from Carlisle School to Oklahoma bar. Detroit judge Graves remains Michigan’s senior of the original Supreme Court bench. Bulgarian fans prepare a 305-photo album for Russo-Turkish war monuments as homage to the czar.
A reader from Wohitinsville dated Sept 26 asks if any single American unit was wiped out in one engagement during the late Spanish American War. The inquiry reflects wartime casualty concerns and public curiosity.
A Charlestown reader asks the Post to ease Algerism while the investigation proceeds, asserting uncertainty until the committee reports. The writer signs as FAIR PLAY and dates the note September 28, 1893.
A reader from East Boston asks if an annual Lynn carnival is planned or has occurred this year, dated September 29. The brief letter seeks local event information.
The Lynn Merchants Association which oversees the city carnival has not reached a decision about holding the event this year. The group faces questions about timing and community support as it evaluates potential risks and benefits for residents and visitors.
A Maine visitor writes from Boston praising the chic appearance of local women cyclists. He notes knee high boots and short skirts, calling the riders hearty, jolly, and healthy. He attributes their look to the bicycle and closes with a positive impression.
A Boston letter from Kate’s Sister on September 29, 1898 argues against the claim that girls named Kate have worse tempers than others. She writes she has known many Kates who are kind and gentle with loving dispositions.
Quebec on September 30 reports large preparations for the Ancient and Honorable Artillery of Boston. Four hundred men are expected to arrive next Monday and be reviewed by the governor general on the plains of Abraham. A grand banquet is planned at Chateau Frontenac for about sixteen invited guests.
Silk petticoats give the swish needed for the up to date skirt and will be worn more this season. A French model features a pale yellow ground with pink roses, scalloped bottom, cream lace flounce, pale pink taffeta underlays, and a layered lace trim with a pale pink ruffle.
The North End Union has run plumbing and dressmaking classes for years to promote trade schools. The day dressmaking class enters its fourth year at, on Parmeter street, starting next Monday Oct. 13. The eight month course runs five days weekly and awards diplomas on completion.
The Observant Citizen corrects a Webster lake name claim, noting the lake in Webster Worcester County is the largest sheet of water in New England and giving the accurate Indian name Chaugogagogmanchaugagogchau bunagungamaug. It remarks on NH readers learning of a larger lake than Winnipesaukee and the tricky spelling.
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