Bryan Says Independence Now Could End Philippine War
In Des Moines interview, William Jennings Bryan argues the United States should declare Filipinos independent as soon as they establish stable self government. He contends such an announcement would halt the war, and claims the Philippines deserve broader autonomy than Cuba. He criticizes President McKinley’s stance and calls for immediate peace and self rule for the Philippines.
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William Jennings Bryan
Des Moines
United States
Mr. Bryan
Dewey
Cuba
Minneapolis
Philippines
Change of Course Aches For America's Cup Races
Yachtsmen in New York discuss moving venue for the America's Cup trials to Marblehead. The piece argues New England waters offer better sport and seamanship, noting six failed attempts to sail off Sandy Hook and urging a switch to Massachusetts waters for timely racing.
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New York
The
Post
Marblehead
Massachusetts
Stock Exchange
New England
Sandy Hook
Stands on the Common Stir Public Opposition in Boston
Boston residents oppose a group of speculators who have mayoral permit to set up stands on Tremont Street near the Common. The writer urges lawyers to seek swift court action to stop the erection, citing possible use of public statute Chapter 54 and a looming judicial holiday.
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Tremont Street
Boston
Admiral Dewey
Mall
Boston Common
The Boers Stand Firm in Defiant Ultimatum
President Kruger warns that if the Boers must bow to England a heavy price will be paid. The article hails Boer resolve as heroic though perhaps hopeless, notes potential unforeseen consequences for England, and observes shifting imperial dynamics beyond the South African conflict.
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Kruger
Transvaal
England
United States
Cuba
Spain
South Africa
Rand
Hemisphere
Asia
Indian
Dom Paul
Boston Welcomes Admiral Dewey in Heroic Arrival
Boston prepares to honor Admiral Dewey as a son of New England and the nation natives. The city dresses itself for a grand welcome with eager crowds, asserting its pride in his Spanish War heroism and awaiting a historic homecoming.
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Boston
Admiral Dewey
Dewey
Vermont
New England
Republic
Diamond prices rise as South African war lingers
A observant citizen notes the Transvaal conflict disrupts export by limiting ocean shipping and gold flow to the United States, pressures stock markets though declines stay mild, and diamonds surge 2 to 40 percent. Meanwhile Dewey decorations spark color debate and State House lights glow in red white blue. Miss Mary T. Meyer, a popular pianist, returns from the summer circuit with praise for her entertaining presence.
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Transvaal
United States
Par Parade Delights Newton as City Hall Crew Gets Half Holiday
A lighthearted note from Newton describes the city officials receiving a half day paid off for the Dewey parade, while doubt remains about the generosity and who benefits. Meanwhile road work on the L line between Castle and Dover streets advances, and New England apple crops prove small and costly this fall. Autumn fashions appear near Park and Tremont, a Symphony rehearsal draws ladies in fashionable hats, and the Old South Clock tower ivy climbs toward the dial. The Perkins Institution reports fifty four musical pieces and several books printed in raised letters, while Somerville High School figure Whitcomb fuels school athletics and Winter Hill’s J Harvey White hosts a first at home at 38 Browning Road.
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Newton
City Hall
Poet Reflects on Dewey and Bryan in Sad Scribbles
The speaker recalls years of column writing in Nebraska while noting mixed reception from readers. He changes topics from Bryan and Bryan’s Chicago rally to Dewey, lamenting scorn and praise, and ends by claiming persistence despite fatigue and gloom.
The Great Dewey Triumph Draws Mixed Reactions
Editors note Dewey's rise is seen as empire praise by some and critiqued by others. Reports cite attributions by Atkinsonians and differing political memories in the Ohio campaign. Mrs Jefferson Davis cheers from a street balcony as crowds applaud with wave and tears.
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Jefferson Davis
Fifty-ninth Street
Fifth Avenue
Edna and Alvin Find Second Chance in Love
Edna, a vivacious fiancée, defies her fiancé Alvin’s wishes and is drawn to Jack Woods. After hardship, Edna becomes a dressmaker, and years later meets Alvin by chance. They acknowledge past faults, forgive, and rekindle love, with Edna rewed and welcomed by Alvin and his children.
Paper Box Makers hold annual ladies night
The New England Paper Box Manufacturers Association gathered at the Vendome for its annual ladies night with about seventy five members attending. Entertainment featured the Harmonic Quartet and humorist Curtis G. Morse while the German Orchestra provided dinner music. Officers for 1899 include E. M. Low president and W. P. Fletcher and Charles Place as vice presidents.
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New England
H. P. Morse
Haverhill
G. A. Williams
Worcester
F. L. Packard
Campello
Admiral Dewey Honored as Olympia Crew Receives Discount
Boston stores announce a special twenty percent discount on clothing hats and furnishings for the Olympia crew during their stay to honor Admiral Dewey and his sailors for the Manila victory. The store touts its extensive fall and winter lines and enlarged facilities with fair prices.
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Dewey
Boston
Manila
Quotations of Society Wit From 19th Century Papers
A collage of humorous excerpts from Life Harper's Bazar Chicago Record and Cleveland Plain Dealer. Jest about society norms manners exams pets and romantic banter highlights light social satire and urban culture figures.
Men of Many Callings and Lincoln Statue Plans
Dr. John T. H. Slayter of Cambridgeport has reacquired an army acting assistant surgeon appointment and must proceed to San Francisco to sail for Manila. The Lincoln League of California near finalizing a Lincoln statue design by John Gelert of New York to be placed on Van Ness avenue in San Francisco with a bronze figure, granite pedestal, and marble panels.
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John T. H. Slayter
River Street
Cambridgeport
Medical Corps
United States Army
San Francisco
Manila
Lincoln League of California
Abraham Lincoln
van Ness Avenue
John Gelert
New York
Lincoln
Italian Columbus Day Parade and Banquet in Boston
The Italian Society of Columbus celebrated the 400th anniversary with a parade led by the Columbus Band from Cross and Hanover to the Revere House. Mayor Quincy reviewed the marchers as attendees including Colonel J Payson Bradley, Congressman Fitzgerald, and Italian Consul Brindisi heard speeches from Consul Brindisi, Joseph De Marco, and others praising Italian contributions and comparing Columbus and Dewey.
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Christopher Columbus
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Cross
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Battery
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Charles
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Tremont
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Leary
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Corbett
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J. Payson Bradley
Wolcott
Ae Oek Congress
Fitzgerald
Brins
Michael Leverone
Congressman Fitzgerald
Brindisi
Columbus
Grand Old Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Joseph de Marco
Il Corriere
Ae Dewey
Ant
Jaime Ferretti
Nestor
Joseph Devoto
O. Brogi
S. Ratti
A. A. Badaracco
Siberia busy explorers push rail plans and tool tariff
Russian explorers probe Siberia as the Siberian railway is to be rebuilt to meet rising traffic. Germany forms a machine tool trust to push tariffs on American tools. Fiji uses whale teeth as currency with red teeth valued highly. Canadian gold output from the Klondike this season is about 8 million dollars, a third below last year. Berlin records a rare cigar dealer sale at 1600 dollars for a corner property later sold for 12 dollars. A Sicilian advocate is convicted of 63 fraud acts and jailed 189 years. The speed of light is 192000 miles per second. sun light reaches Earth in eight minutes and some stars the twelfth magnitude take 4000 years to reach us.
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Germany
Fiji Islands
Klondike
Berlin
Food Fair Draws 18000 in Dewey Parade Distractions
Food Fair attendance reached a record 18 000 despite the Dewey parade. Early bird visitors snatched 1500 free souvenirs. Out of town guests increased morning crowds as demonstrations drew keen listeners. Miss Ranche led a cooking and domestic economy talk to a largely female audience.
Massachusetts Historical Society Meeting Notes and Obituaries
The Massachusetts Historical Society held a stated meeting chaired by E. Adams. A house committee for the new building was formed of Co. C. Smith, T. K. Lothrop, and C. R. Codman. Deaths were noted for W. A. Field W. W. Greenough C. J. Shille Amos Perry and tributes paid to Field and Greenough.
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The
Massachusetts Historical Society
E. Adams
LL. D
Co. C. Smith
T. K. Lothrop
C. R. Codman
W. A. Field
W. W. Greenough
C. J. Shille
Phila- Geipale
Amos Perry
Providence
Judge Field
J. M. Barker
Mr. Greenough
H. W. Haynes
S. A. Green
John Foster
Boston
J Increase Mather
Laird Rams
C. F. Adams
England
John Noble
Field
Barrett Wendell
Greenough
W. Lh Appleton
C. C.mith
Massachusetts Deep Union Veterans elect officers at encampment
At the thirteenth annual encampment of the Massachusetts Deep Union Veterans Union, officers were elected. Daniel W. Gould of New Bedford was named commander, Walter A. Bamnes of Somerville as first deputy commander, and John D. Mandeville of Brockton as second deputy commander.
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Massachusetts
de Ep Union Veterans’ Union
Yester
Aniel W. Gould
New
Walter A. Bamnes
Somerville
John D. Mandeville
Brockton
New Knights of Columbus Council Forming in City
A meeting at Clark's Hotel set to form a new Knights of Columbus council. James B. McGuire led the session with James V. Doherty as chair and J. L. Ballard as acting secretary. Over 100 prospective members attended to decide on the council's location and future establishment.
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James B. McGuire
James V. Doherty
J. L. Ballard
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James F. Cav- Shaled
William O’brien
Michael Shaw
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Salem
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