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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 07, 1899

Page

8

Finely Jewelled Watch to Be Given as City Gift to Dewey

Boston faces a Dewey Day plan with a $5000 transfer from the reserve fund to cover expenses. A joint committee including the Mayor and council leaders will arrange a Friday or Saturday arrival celebration with a half or full holiday and a parade led by civic and military groups. The Olympia is being prepared for commission status and may open to visitors next week.

City Hall Watson Ward Boston Admiral Dewey Spain Board of Aldermen Admiral‘Dewey Board of Apportionment Dewey Quincy Manila Wolcott B. W. Wellis B. G. Jon Chamber of Commerce Grand Army Olympia Navy Yard Orthfield Asademy Milar Touraine Greater Boston Stock Exchange Boston Harbor New York Boston Navy Yard Bay State Gotham Gilman Olin Kimball Adams Crane Cramm The Ancients Avelcoman

Williams McKinley Displays No Tact Says Warren Views

A Post reporter quotes Hon. George Fred Williams and ex-collector Winslow Warren on the Republican platform. Williams calls the anti trust plank weak and evasive noting states may legislate but national action is required. He criticizes civil service reform as inconsistent and questions the Philippine plank. Warren says the platform is ingeniously written but aims for votes, praising McKinley only where consistent.

Post George Fred Williams Williams Republican Party Massachusetts Union McKinley Philippines Aguinaldo Navy Secretary Long Long Washington Winslow Warren Boston

Massachusetts Republicans Rally for Sound Money and Duty

The speech extols Republican achievements, condemns Democratic excesses, and lauds sound currency, judicial tenure, and legislative reforms. Speakers praise the party’s record, cite Massachusetts history, and urge unity as Olympia sails into Manila Bay memory.

Dewey parade stands under scrutiny at Mazet probe

New York October session of the Mazet legislative investigating committee centers on Dewey parade stands and alleged bribery. Dr. Charles F. Roberts reports unsanitary construction while Stephen F. Berry testifies about bribe payments to inspectors. Peter F. Meyer clashes with lawyers over dock board matters as the hearing adjourns.

New York Mazet Legislative Investigating Committee Charles F. Roberts Board of Health Roberts Stephen F. Berry East River Moss Brooklyn Shea Peter F. Meyer Richard Croker Dock Board Meyer Brewer J. Sergeant Cram Dock Department Uvalde Asphalt Company Tammany Hall

This State Will Not Vote This Year Says He

A public figure asserts the state will not hold statewide or major elections this year. He cites constitutional or logistical reasons and urges residents to abstain from voting under current conditions. Local reaction is mixed among party leaders and community groups.

Democratic Party

Anti-Imperialists Prepare Chicago Conference In Dispute Over McKinley Policy

Boston anti imperialists led by Erving Winslow condemn McKinley’s Philippine war as bungled and seek to end hostilities without delay. The group plans a Chicago conference with figures like Edward Atkinson and Carl Schurz to coordinate opposition and consider presidential options.

Republican Party Massachusetts Philippine Islands Congress of the United States Islands United States of America Crane Bates Boston Ohio Nebraska McKinley Hanna Pennsylvania Winslow Chicago Edward Atkinson Winslow Warren Dana Estes Maoefield Storey Mr. Winslow Herbert Myrick Springfield Bourke

McDonough Refutes Weston Street School Criticism

Ignatius S. McDonough denied claims of inaction on Weston Street School conditions. He said he is not on the division committee but has acted to fix sanitary defects and notes the school committee moved to remedy issues before a councilman’s order.

Ignatius S. McDonough al- Apaeio Common Council Weston Street Dudley

Home-coming hero rally stirs national patriotism

The speaker, Hon. William H. Haile, chairman of resolutions, praises duty and obedience amid a mass welcome across the nation. He urges Republicans to accept new duties and steer toward civilization in eastern islands, framing a national shift and a Mayflower metaphor for progress.

William H. Haile

Crane and Bates Accept at Republican Convention

Winthrop Murray Crane and John L. Bates receive strong ovations as they accept the Republican nominations for Governor and Lieutenant Governor. Crane thanks delegates and pledges to uphold the party’s trust, while Bates receives a similar reception.

Bates Winthrop Murray Crane John L. Bates Crane Republican Party Commonwealth

King Wins in Sixth Senatorial Nomination

The sixth district Democratic senatorial convention in Lowell on October 6 nominated George G. King of Concord for the seat.

King Lowell George G. King Concord

Rainy Day At The Fair Draws Crowds And Deals

Rain did not dampen attendance at the Food Fair with 3000 souvenir spoons quickly exhausted. Three military bands and orchestras performed in Grand Hall while Reeves's American Band closed the day. Tomorrow features Panfilio solo and Kling's Shepherds Life in the Alps as Kling’s piece and a late lecture by Miss Ranche draw interest and two evening demonstrations are planned.

First Regiment Grand Hall Frank L. Cellins H. J. Harding William Tell Alps Kling Miss Ranche

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