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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1901
Page
6
A historic Boston newspaper brief notes the Representative Democratic Paper of New England as a regional publication reflecting political currents and party perspectives. The item emphasizes its role in shaping local discourse and public opinion within the era’s newspaper ecosystem.
The piece argues that punishing assassins alone fails to solve the problem of anarchism in America. It urges prevention through harsh yet targeted actions, favoring deportation of anarchists and closing borders over sensational punishments. It warns against revival of brutal methods and calls for policy to deter future attacks on public officials.
The selection of Gargant to preside the Democratic State convention and Elder to preside the Republican one promises a bright opening to the state campaign. Each man, noted for eloquence and conviction, is expected to steer the gatherings with strong oratory. Democrats nominate Quincy for governor. Republicans renominate Crane.
The Peary relief expedition reports the North Pole still elusive but marks the far north Greenland coast as a new northern limit and the highest latitude in the western hemisphere. While 86 degrees 83 minutes north stands as a record, Peary's 83 degrees 650 minutes trails the Duke of Abruzzi and the broader goal remains achievable with plans to renew exploration next spring.
The public was shocked by a rapid reversal in President McKinleys condition after a period of steady improvement. Officials had gathered at Buffalo, optimistic bulletins followed by a sudden relapse, eroding faith in recovery and triggering a wave of revulsion across the nation.
The nation mourns as President William McKinley is assassinated. Citizens note his honesty and domestic virtues, praising his quiet heroism and resolve. The government remains, and the outgoing leader’s successor faces a heavy duty with restraint and duty.
The Observant Citizen notes the L street bath house may stay open all winter with swimmers braving ice blocks. It covers immigrant smugglers near Buzzard's Bay, Chelsea fire station completion, Daniel Webster parade planning, New Horticultural Hall events, aliases in criminal records, mosquitoes this year, and Tremont Temple's second balcony and sacred character.
The passage notes a three sided Temple medallion with Alpha and Omega. The Omega symbol is turned upside down in each repetition, a serious reversal likened to flipping a Roman M or W, raising questions about attention to the matter.
A collection of light verse and jokes on street car conductors and school life. Pieces poke fun at fares, timing, and passenger habits while weaving in quips about cities, workers, and everyday mishaps. Notable bits include a painterly definition of a conductor and doodles on delays and misunderstandings.
A reader aboard the elevated Boston line notes 28 of 33 fellow passengers read the Post's financial column as morning commuters seek tips for investing. Banker H. M. Holleman signs the letter from Tremont Building, Sept. 12.
Instructions for a corn based dish include cutting corn from the ear to make two cups, beating an egg with milk salt pepper sugar and butter, stirring in corn, baking 20 to 30 minutes in a moderate oven, and serving hot with a garnish. Warns against overcooking as it toughens corn and notes using fresh or canned corn.
Crane, a newspaper editor, recalls a youth romance with Ethlyn from a Yellowstone trip five years earlier. He forged a plan to marry, but learns Ethlyn is married during her wedding journey, ending Crane’s hoped reunion and forcing a rueful reflection on lost chances.
George Fred Williams returns to Dedham after two months abroad and reacts to President McKinley's critical condition. He calls the shooting a cowardly act by an anarchist and warns against making laws that create martyrs or empower criminals, emphasizing the need to repress murder without inflaming further violence.
A Czech university tale recounts the rector's old custom of kissing graduates on the forehead. A female student refused the kiss, leading to a new rule letting women decide whether to be kissed at degree ceremonies. Separately Ex Representative Shea endorses Harrington, criticizing district representation gaps and Ward 3 Charlestown’s repeated nominations.
At the 15th Annual convention in Cleveland on September 13 Mrs Emma Wall of Lawrence, Ban was identified as a key figure elected to lead the Grand Arm of the Republic. Mrs Carlista Jones of Bradford, Vermont was elected president of the Woman's Relief Corps by acclamation.
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