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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1899
Page
4
The Boston Post presents itself as a leading Democratic daily in New England, serving as a party-aligned voice with coverage of regional politics, editorials, and notable events shaping the area's political landscape.
All checks for payments due the Post Publishing Co. should be made payable to the Post Publishing Co. or the Boston Post. No one may solicit or solicit checks to an individual. Do not accept cash payments except from two authorized collectors, J. H. Maloney and W. J. Salter, with proper identification and authorization from the business manager and cashier. By E A Grozier, Treasurer.
Washington reports President McKinley hesitating over declaring a Luzon blockade. Arguments urge action to halt munitions, recognize no belligerent Aguinaldo, and deploy adequate forces or coast guard vessels to police ports. The piece warns hesitation prolongs costly war, advocating decisive military effort and naval policing contributions.
The Georgia cotton mills see rising wages as workers organize with national labor support. Augusta district employers partly concede higher pay if southern mills match increases, easing competition with Northern mills. This movement foreshadows broader labor standard equalization and reduced push for Massachusetts wage cuts.
At the American Bankers Association opening in Cleveland, the president discussed the lasting drop in interest rates in recent years. He linked the era of low rates to growing national wealth and closer global financial ties, noting anticipated changes as commerce and finance evolve.
The United States holds more than 318 million dollars in gold with fewer outstanding certificates. The cash position is stronger than in 1888, reflecting industrial recovery and stability despite rising trusts. The author cautions against policy changes harming currency strength.
Boston prepares a grand reception for Colonel Rice and the Massachusetts Twenty sixth Regiment arriving from Plattsburg. About 1300 men, including 800 from Massachusetts and 300 from Boston, will parade through city streets with a review on the Common and a ball tomorrow, marking a notable moment in the Philippine war.
The piece lists social figures and their movements including James C. Ayres at Hollis tickets and New England Life. Bordman Hall reports from Texas while Mayor Quincy enjoys Mile. Fifi at Park Theatre. Jacob Morse family sails to Paris. Henry Elkins stays at Grand Hotel in New York. Colonel Walker returns from Europe recalling Franco Prussian War battlegrounds and French views on Dreyfus.
The piece records varied items from Boston society and national affairs. It notes Captain Thomas J. Spencer touring Boston on leave, recounting his Civil War service and postwar career, and mentions President Barry leaving for Chicago on business. It also reports Parker House head waiter Mr. Kelly resigning to join a new hotel venture.
A jubilant call to celebrate Admiral Dewey returning home as the Olympia sails in. Citizens pledge banners rings and bells, urging full patriotic display from coast to coast with wild cheers and festive attire.
Senator Benjamin P Tillman of South Carolina and Mrs Tillman stay with Colonel A C Drinkwater at his Braintree home for several days touring Boston history spots and major local industries. They plan to show Mrs Tillman Boston's historical significance.
Menu items list breakfast dinner and supper offerings with prepared recipe for coconut cookies. Boston Post prize of five dollars weekly for best three meal bill to a family of five. rules call for brief menu style entries and cooking directions.
In Millbury Aunt Betsey Alden, a forty year old spinster loved by children, receives a long‑lost letter from John Harley. The note, dated 1879, reveals a planned reunion and marriage in San Veritas after years apart, renewing forgotten hopes as they reunite in her parlor.
The Post invites original short stories with weekly prizes 10 dollars for the best, 5 dollars for the second, and 2 dollars for the other four published weekly. Winners announced in Sunday issue. Submissions must be 700 to 1000 words, single side, full name and address, prepaid return postage, and folded. Women readers may enter. mail to the Story Editor.
A profile of John Shepard of Shepard Norwell & Co detailing his rise from a 50 cent weekly starter in Canton to head of a major Boston firm. The piece presents him as a potential Republican mayoral candidate notes his civic roles with the Boston Young Men's Christian Association and Emmanuel Church and his hobbies including horse ownership with horses like Old Trot.
The 26th arrives in Boston marking a holiday mood with Oak Hall serving as Military Headquarters in New England. Visitors will flock to Oak Hall for access to equipment and a chance to view driving gloves fall hats suits and overcoats offered below general market prices in quick sales and small profits.
The article profiles Mr. Shepard of Boston renowned for his energetic, benevolent character and a vast dry goods store that ranks among New England’s largest. It highlights his top horses and racing history through Blondine Arab and others, and notes his influence across Europe and support for young people starting out.
The Seattle Star reports Alexander B. Bruce Sr visiting Seattle from Lawrence Massachusetts. Fireworks and a band welcome Bruce at Beacon Hill as his son David Bruce hosts a reception. Bruce Sr, former three term mayor, notes Seattle growth and keeps wary on imperialism while opposing trusts. He observes strong Democratic support for Bryan on the Pacific coast.
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