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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1899
Page
4
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The article notes fall trade is closing and predicts a solid winter season with a strong, growing market for agricultural products. Wheat production nears record levels, corn surpasses it, and larger crops should boost pork and meat. War fears widen markets for food, money will circulate with dividends, and money for transport will re-enter trade.
A growing public sentiment favors Admiral Dewey's presidential nomination, linking him to a historical pattern where war heroes became presidents. Proponents cite Washington, Jackson, Taylor, Grant, and the Civil War era leaders as precedents while noting Dewey's modesty and potential openness if offered.
The passage notes that two terms were ready to pursue a third if possible and that Dewey's stance mirrors earlier leaders in the republic. It suggests the era might echo past cycles, with history possibly repeating itself.
A columnist urges General Otis and the Washington administration to seek a peaceful settlement with the Filipinos as American prisoners of war are set to be returned. The piece questions leadership, warns against further bloodshed, and appeals for a statesmanlike move to end the Asiatic war.
A Pall Mall Gazette version of British demands is read as an attack on Transvaal autonomy and a move toward British conquest. The piece argues Chamberlain seeks to end independent government in South Africa, prompting Kruger to consider war.
A cautious portrait of Senator Hanna claiming good health and intent to actively back McKinley, with emphasis on his aim to secure Ohio endorsement for renomination and re election. The piece warns that Hanna’s influence could revive aggressive campaign finance moves and presses the need to consider health as a political factor.
Howard Kyle of Way Down East fame skipped Dewey celebrations in New York to salute his nation. He climbed 264 steps at Bunker Hill, mailed postal souvenirs to two New York friends, and bought a sentiment under historical scenes. A new Boston subway on Beacon Street near Somerset Street offers a dark, long tunnel for pedestrians and a haven for late night footpads.
A collage of Boston life, from Beacon Street illusions to Con gressional tastes in baked beans. News covers Dr. James W. Bartlett’s marriage to Caroline Clarke, Dewey jokes, Radcliffe news, Professor Watson’s violin recitals, Admiral Dewey rumors, and local gossip on fashion, real estate, and politics with mingled observations.
Poetic fragment by John Myers O'Hara depicts autumn’s hush amid azure skies and drifting leaves. The piece conjures a Norse fireship imagery, a season’s passage, and a sense of death quietly entering the fair ghostland as summer fades.
Louisa Sowell and Robert Wilson fall in love during a Paris to London tour with Horace Clinton and Grace Goodwin amid family estrangements over a will. Robert seeks forgiveness from his brother Edwin as Louisa urges reconciliation. a cable confirms peace and a joyous wedding upon return to the United States.
Fall garments featuring covert top coats priced at 12 dollars with sizes 34 to 40, plus similar styles at 10, 8, and 6.50. Better quality overcoats 15 to 20 dollars with silk lining and extra sizes. Fancy back overcoats 7.50 to 20 dollars, and a display of hats priced 1.50 to 2.50 with discounts.
The page lists a breakfast and supper menu with items such as fresh mackerel, creamed potatoes, raised biscuits, iced melons, radishes, coffee, mock bisque soup, lamb chops, green corn, baked tomatoes, tapioca cream, sponge cake, cheese wafers, cold corned beef, blackberries, potato salad, muffins, ginger cookies, and tea. A mock bisque soup recipe is provided with tomatoes and cornstarch in milk, plus serving directions. The notice is signed by Mrs F L Macarty of Romsey Street Dorchester, aged 83.
Assistant Secretary Vanderlip appoints Miss Portia Sprague to a 1200 Treasury post in Washington. Mme Patti receives crowd-cheered welcome after a Swansea charity concert. Countess Tatiana Tolstoi rests in a Vienna sanitarium amid throat troubles. A New Jersey woman patents a detachable skirt protector for rainy weather. Helen Gould funds a law scholarship for Maury Sutton of Baltimore. Royal interest in private theatricals grows among English royals, while Austrian imperial family shows the strongest enthusiasm.
The Chickasaw Legislature caps licenses for white men marrying tribal heiresses at 100 dollars, suggesting New York might adopt a similar rule to curb emigrations of heiress wealth. Dr Parkhurst calls man a beast with a gorilla conscience. The Dewey celebration is being toned down but remains a challenge to recover.
Paris fashion notes a new automobile coat with cream kersey front and velvet trim, high circular collar, pearl buttons, cream satin lining, and a satin hem. Matching swagger hats include a soft felt oblong with ribbon adornment and a rounded turban with velvet trim, designed to pair with the auto attire.
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