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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1898
Page
4
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The Grand Army of the Republic defends Secretary Alger at a Cincinnati encampment praising his service while some members blast the administration. Governor Pingree is hissed for a perceived critique as attendees cheer shifting blame from Alger to the President, highlighting political tact and loyalty tensions.
The removal of Li Hung Chang hints at a China policy shift and a Britain Russia understanding on China trade. Li, famed as a balanced power broker, is portrayed as a historic figure who navigated Western pressure and kept China’s interests intact.
The article urges Washington to refuse payment of a $60,160 duty assessed by a Havana Spanish official on provisions sent to starving Cubans by the steamship Comal. It calls for immediate landing and distribution of the rations under U S authority, deploring any delay and red tape.
An editorial argues Cuba’s welfare rests with the United States and Spain has lost authority. It urges immediate action to preclude a charity tax, proposing a gunboat and marines to land provisions if Havana officials resist.
The Ninth Massachusetts Volunteers return to Commonwealth crowds after a May departure of 968 men. They served in Cuba for nearly two months and fought at Santiago. Fifty five officers and men died. the war may be over, but memories and honors endure.
The piece argues over accountability for the 1889 Boylston Tremont subway explosion. It notes lawsuits against builders and utility companies after previous rulings shielded the city, and calls for clear liability for the deadly incident.
The piece argues President McKinley may try to bury War Department scandals by suppressing them within the department. It warns John Sherman and General Miles could be influenced or replaced, while Alger stands firm. It predicts December Congress will reopen the issues, exposing red tape and incompetence, and voters will demand accountability.
The letter-writer commends Mr Russell as a capable American voice and hopes for his long service. He notes Post claims about Cadet entertainments lack full reasons and hints the real cause will not be disclosed, while theatrical managers celebrate recent changes.
Boston chatter notes a sharp downturn in amusement revenue from Cadet shows and predicts managerial shifts after a $25,000 to $30,000 loss. The column recalls electric car trials by Van Depoele, subway marvels, and upcoming Frameham camp orders for the Heavy Artillery.
A poem cites patriotism and commerce as it laments ads that profit from heroism. It parodies touts shouting about the Maine and Hobson and Cervera, urging a law to curb exploitive advertising while urging civic decency. The piece blends war sentiment with retail critique.
An artist, once tormented by unrequited love for Nan, recalls their past and his sacrifice to let her marry Ellis Langton. Now Nan appears again, content in her husband’s home, while the artist reflects on fame, memory, and the image that binds their lives.
A collage of jokes and quips from Detroit Free Press Chicago Tribune Washington Star and London Spectator features lines about laundries luck jailers public transport and a noble act by a Vassar girl. The mix showcases humorous one liners and brief exchanges reflecting light social scenes.
The writer commends the Post for proposing Senator George F. Hoar as a capable ambassador to Great Britain. He argues party lines should yield to humane, statesmanlike judgment and lauds Hoar as a highly qualified American statesman. Somersworth, N. H. dated September 6.
A Vermonter letter praises Vermont Democrats and rebukes Republican tactics led by Hanna and Alger. It argues Democratic resilience despite bribery claims during wartime, urging other states to emulate Vermont to defeat Hannaism in national politics.
To the Editor of the Post a reader recalls a Keene game where Fred Doe clashed with pitcher Griff in a 1200 spectator incident. The writer defends Griffin as a clean pitcher and accuses Doe of striking the pitcher and inciting a pursuit, asking for correction of Doe’s version. The letter is dated Keene New Hampshire September 7 1898.
Daniel J. Barry president of the Jefferson Club of Ward 14 declares rumors that Cox-Dean faction and Jefferson Club support a senatorial candidate are false. He states the groups have not taken sides and will act to conserve Democratic interests and Ward 14’s people.
The letter discusses modest muslin gowns for young girls with simple designs and pale shades. It highlights fichu like drapery as a feature outlining the decolletage, with straps ending in knots at the shoulder and notes Marie Antoinette fichus becoming a vogue integrated into gowns this winter.
J. D. Rollins retires after 33 years as Birmingham chief librarian ending June 30. Commodore John A. Howell advances to rear admiral for his self propelled torpedo design adopted by the US Navy. Jules Cambon, French ambassador to Washington, hails from a diplomatic family with brother Paul in Constantinople. Sir William Fraser of Edinburgh leaves over 599000 dollars to charity and education, including 125000 for housing indigent artists and authors. the University Library receives 50000 dollars.
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