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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1898
Page
4
The Boston Post presents itself as a representative Democratic paper serving New England with coverage of local and regional news, political developments, and public affairs. Readers are invited to follow editorials and reportage shaping regional civic discourse.
A Wisconsin politician and Colonel Carroll D Wright are eyed for head of the next census. Critics warn a patronage-driven appointment would ruin the bureau, while praising Wright as a capable public servant. The column veers into a defense of apples as a national symbol and lament over crop fears.
The Superior Court overruled demurrers by several corporations in suits arising from the March 4 1897 subway explosion. The decision signals that cases will go to trial to fix responsibility and impose exemplary penalties for neglect. The city of Boston is cleared of accountability.
The article argues that President McKinley aims to control the Philippine archipelago through imperial policy. It claims his Western tour enthusiasm signals this and that his appeals seek Republican support to back annexation and military occupation, framing it as the campaign’s keynote issue.
The court affirmed the constitutionality of the anti trust and interstate commerce laws, ruling railroads may not fix rates. Competition must set prices, preventing rate agreements. Public interests gain from lower transportation costs, though rate wars may occur. The ruling closes the long contest pending new legislation.
Apple supplies are sharply down this year with fruit stands asking high prices. The article notes expected production at 27,700,000 barrels, well below last year’s 40,000,000 and the year before’s 70,000,000, signaling a tight market and strained appetite.
Opinion piece argues that Treasury orders to waive tonnage charges for American vessels in Porto Rico mark the first breach of protectionist policy. It predicts free trade for Porto Rico and warns that Cuba’s push for free trade could follow, challenging imperialist and protectionist factions and the American tariff system.
The observer notes Lt. Hobson’s quiet visit with little public display and recalls curfew in Chelsea. He cites civic hopes like electric lighting on the Common, mentions a New York detective’s take on Boston’s nightlife, and reports on Roxbury Club talk about Cuba. Deft vignettes include a Portland philanthropist training immigrant maids and a Brookline servant mishap.
Cream of tartar arrives crude but refined in the United States with three quarters of imports refined to the highest grade by the Royal Baking Powder Company. The pure product, derived from grapes, forms a healthful baking powder prized by cooks and housekeepers worldwide for its quality and purity.
In South Boston a well known Somerset Associates member will withdraw from his old circle soon as he becomes a benedict. Thomas O Hearn is to marry a pretty, charming South Boston girl. A newsboy at Washington street also impresses with street smarts. East Boston welcomes a daughter to the Kennedy family, brightening Senator Kennedy’s home with joy and congratulations.
The poem honors a kindly helper who bore sorrow, shared others’ burdens, and gave his strength until rest was found. It recalls his cheerful service, unspoken endurance, and the quiet grace with which he faced life and passed away.
A round of short notes lists John Hays, credited with discovering Lake Superior’s copper wealth, celebrating his 94th birthday in Cleveland. Jeremiah Curtin, famed translator of Sienkiewicz, is cited as a Harvard-educated linguist fluent in eighteen languages. West Point retiree Professor Edgar W. Bass, longtime mathematics chair since 1878, is mentioned. Also noted is the Siamese crown prince, a multilingual author for children’s magazines in England. A London City Road house linked to the founder of Methodism is to become a Wesley relics museum after recent repairs. A Holty monument is planned near his grave in Hanover, with exact burial site unknown due to historic neglect by contemporaries.
A collage of humor lines from Brooklyn Life Yonkers Statesman Cleveland Plain Dealer and other papers. Jokes cover golf Sunday jokes about art and doors and windows and a courtroom quip about jurors and a judge. The pieces mirror playful banter and cross publication wit.
A full moon scene opens a romance about Gladys Young, a girl raised by a pirate father who hid her true parentage. A dying man reveals the tale and a legal document proves truth. Years later a concert reveals Gladys is Dr. Rich’s long lost daughter, reuniting family in a city Music Hall finale.
A dark brown check tweed suit for a small boy appears both pretty and practical. The sailor blouse features a bright scarlet collar with a matching silk tie, complemented by a red scarf.
Henry Moore Jr of West Somerville touts a carrier pigeon that flew from Huntsville Alabama to 31 Warwick Street West Somerville arriving after fourteen days thin and weary. A friend James Maloney enlisted in Battery A Second Artillery and released one pigeon at the camp. the other returned from Rhode Island and landed October 8 after a long flight for a young half carrier pigeon.
Theo W Curtis of Boston condemns Parker Memorial forum as a Unitarian religious event with ticketed audience and a priest moderator. He calls for a city controlled, nonpartisan forum backed by reform movements, noting Parker Memorial denied for years by the Fraternity of Churches.
Doctor John Hamilton endorses Dr S M Landis as an educational candidate for the United States presidency. He declares Landis should educate the public about healthful government through newspapers and argues for a presidential nomination not yet made. October 23.
A parade marks the thirtieth anniversary of the Ancient Order of United Workmen in Boston area. Orville A. Ward is chief marshal with William B. Libby as chief of staff. Beacon Lodge 1 leads the procession with six bands in the first division and more bands in subsequent divisions marching along Beacon, Arlington, Berkeley and Clarendon streets before Charles Street. Grand Master Workman Edward F. Danforth and other grand officers review at the State House.
Boston letter from Landis M D urging votes for independent candidates to counter corruption. He attacks party conventions and office seekers, urges voters to ignore nominees when an independent stands, and to teach corruptionists a lesson.
Rev William H Lyon and Rev Edward Everett Hale spoke at the Channing Club annual meeting. Elections named Courtenay Guild president and officers praised war service, with remarks on American virtue, patriotism, and education. Hale warned against priestly power and praised national unity, quoting Channing and referencing the 1812 war era.
A young Newark first class naval apprentice famed for bravery at Cervera’s fleet is discharged dishonorably after a shore episode. He twice faced potential court martial, but was released with minimal punishment and sent adrift from the navy yard.
A meeting of the Young Men's Association at St Mary's parish North End on North Margin street organized the 1898 99 season. Rev Father Byrnes addressed the gathering along with Thomas F Garrity ex Representative Patrick Carroll and others. Over 100 young men indicated intent to join and an invitation party was set for Thursday November.
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