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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1898
Page
5
Mayor Quincy strongly backs the post telephone bill urging all representatives who seek to safeguard business interests align with the masses. Other Democratic leaders join in urging support for the measure.
In an interview, Mayor Quincy backs a measure to bring the telephone business under the Board of Gas and Electric Light Commissioners. He says the bill is moderate, publicly regulated, and aligns with public policy and broader consumer interests. He notes broad support from business leaders and conservatives and urges passage as democratic and protective of the public.
Hampton Roads April 3. Commodore Schley accepts command of a newly organized American flying squadron as a decisive move toward potential war conditions since the Maine disaster. The article compares U S and Spanish ships in speed tonnage armor and guns, noting American advantages in armor and firepower.
Hon. Joseph J. Corbett urged a larger major bill to place telephones under state supervision. He argued the measure helps the people by lowering rates and allowing broad business use, predicting solid support in the House and smoother passage in the Senate.
Hon John H Sullivan praised the Post for supporting the telephone measure and urged its passage. He claimed current rates are fair, opposed concessions by the telephone company, and urged reductions in the future. He noted the paper has always stood for the people and the oppressed.
Senator James Gallivan said he will take charge of advocating the Post telephone bill in the Senate. As a member of the committee on mercantile affairs, he explained he will not harshly judge House Democrats who opposed the measure. He noted labor needs and employment sought by Boston constituents and acknowledged the summer demand for telephone jobs.
The text records ex Senator P J Kennedy praising The Post for its stance on telephone matters. He expresses support for action and notes the issue has persisted too long. Kennedy argues for timely, reasonable regulation and predicts progress will occur.
The passage indicates public sentiment in Boston toward a proposed measure, with favorable thought reported by local citizens. It suggests broad civic support and a positive outlook for the action under consideration.
The Hon. Thomas Riley declared last evening that the Post telephone bill serves the people and deserves support. He called it a Democratic measure grounded in Democratic principles and urged honest-minded individuals to back it, predicting voters will praise those who do.
Thomas W. Flood, commissioner of wires, argues for placing telephone companies under a supervising commission. He says they should be directly responsible to an authority and that telephone rates should be lowered.
Alderman Frank J. O'Toole said the Post bill now before the lower branch is a strong Democratic measure worthy of Democratic support. He added that if the bill passes both branches, the Boston Post deserves credit for its hard, constant and intelligent fight for cheaper telephones.
Ex-Representative John Keliher criticizes proposals to raise commissions and predicts eventual public ownership. He argues regulating telephone firms via the Gas and Electric Light Commission tempers the public, but ignores deeper reforms. He supports government ownership and notes legislators who voted against the bill did not study it enough.
The Young Men's Christian Union held an evening vesper service at Union Hall with a responsive service and a special musical program led by Flora E Barry and her vocal class. Flora Barry performed Palm Branches by Faure. The Rev Edward L Clark of Central Church Boston delivered a sermon.
A card pledges refunds on Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar if it fails to cure coughs or colds. It offers a 50 cent bottle with refund and a 25 cent trial bottle, signed by Emery Souther and multiple drug firms and merchants in Boston.
Navy missplay shown in failed bid to buy Kate Jones despatch boat after 41 hour round trip to Newport News. Bermuda cruise for Hildegarde. Boston finds 203 passengers and 200 lobster packages from Yarmouth. Pawnee to receive iron hull covering. Klondike party heads to Seattle. 184 vessels arrive harbor this month from abroad and 75 sailing ships since month start. numerous cargo and fishery movements and ice observed near Charlestown.
In Lewiston Missouri a 2000 strong crowd of local and out of town strikers gathered at the mill gates. John B Lebeau a weaver narrowly escaped harm after police protection and a mob bombardment of his home. No serious injuries reported though missiles and mud flew as 60 out of town workers were expected.
The text outlines wartime recruitment criteria including age limits from 21 to 20 years, marital status, character, health, literacy, and citizenship or intent. It allows musicians aged 16 to 18 with guardian consent and specifies height and weight requirements for infantry, artillery, and cavalry roles. It also notes the need for evidence of age and character and lists citizen declarations for eligibility.
The Magnet from Pomaron to Stettin sank March 16 after colliding with the British bark British Princess off Gabbard lightship. The Magnet's captain's brother identified wreckage wedged in the bows of the British Princess, which was towed to Lowestoft Harbor with bow damage. Eighteen Magnet crew members are believed drowned.
Captain Brown and liquor squad officers raided The Arlington Club at 93 West Cedar Street. Michael Hickey and Patrick Mullen were arrested as authorities confiscated 35 gallons lager, 8 gallons ale, and 1 gallon whiskey. A license revocation review will be requested.
Firefighters found a lifeboat submerged under a shed at the wharf during a fire. The boat needed to be bailed out before use but the bottom plug could not be located. Estimated loss amounts to seven dollars.
About 2000 worshippers at the Sacred Heart of Jesus in North Square fled in panic when a harmless gas heater flame flared in a lower room during Palm Sunday. Miss Mary Conti shut off the heater, averting greater danger. two women, Mrs. Carmis Merla and Mrs. Lotta Cigadella, were seriously injured, with Merla 50 years old and treated at the Massachusetts General Hospital.
A blaze at Albion House stables in West Newbury destroyed three horses and several carriages. The hotel ell suffered damage. Two horses belonged to M. R. Kimball of Boston and one to Henry Shute, hotel proprietor. Fire likely started by incendiary action.
Last evening a fire in the dwelling of Philip Levine at 109 Webster Street East Boston damaged the second floor. The loss is estimated at $500. The building is owned by Morris Bornskin.
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