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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1901
Page
4
Quincy, April 10. Henry Faxon’s vice crusade has not begun. Clergymen, who received about $2300, have yet to commit to touring Quincy to expose dens of vice. Faxon remains undeterred, seeking more to conquer vice and expand his moral work despite police skepticism.
Gamaliel Bradford urged at North Cambridge that the nation faces a choice between local self government and centralized rule in Washington. He cited the Democratic party's autumn defeat and argued for reform within the party, stressing state power as the source of resistance to centralization.
A Frankfurter Zeitung despatch from Pekin reports England seeks to substitute Prince Su for Prince Chun on the Berlin journey. The aim is to convey Emperor Kwang Su’s regrets for Baron Ket teler’s murder and pair Su’s trip with a Chinese embassy to London to congratulate King Edward on his accession.
An ad by Dr James W Kidd offers a free mailed trial of a new treatment claimed to cure consumption and other lung troubles. It urges anyone with chest symptoms to apply, noting personal attention from Dr Kidd and the product's alleged to be marvellous value at no cost.
The document lists numerous first assistants by ward for Mayor Hart across wards 1 to 22 and beyond, naming Charles A. Tilden Thomas O. McEnaney Benjamin F. Bowditch Dennis Gam John J. Tague Matthew Binney Jr Joseph D. bat pe bes Edwin R. Spinney Nathan P. Ryder Charles P. Hunting Henry J. Ireland Joan George W. Carr Thomas J. ow sere John J. Gartland William G. ward 10 John J. Leahy Walter M. veek Frederick H. Temple William len Ward 2 Timothy W. Mu oe Ward 18 William H. Cuddy Roger H. Scannell Ward 14 John C. Cook Ward 15 Charles O. Burrill Ward 16 William B. Smart A Glenden Ward 17 Thomas H pond Ward 18 Joseph T. Lyo Ward 19 James P. Pax John H. Don ovan ee 20 Aaron Wolfson James I. oore ane Zi Alonzo F. Andrews John H. cS Ward 22 John E. Heslan Randolph V. ng Ward 238 Michael F. Dolan John H. Giblin Ward 1 Daniel Downey Joseph T. Preston Lewis Sears Ward Benjamin M. Fiske George W. Warren
A fragmented OCR shows ward numbers and names of numerous ward officials including John Merno Paul Olufson Charles Bradley and others such as Michael Barry Terrence F. Ward and Joseph Janes across multiple wards. The text lists many names with limited legible context suggesting a municipal governance or electoral directory.
The article discusses Hart reveling in a spoils system, detailing how appointments and rewards are distributed to political allies. It notes the concentration of power and potential patronage in government actions.
Boston critics accuse Mayor Hart of violating the law by dictating assessor appointments. They allege ward committees were ignored as Edward W. Dolan and others were displaced for political reasons while Nichols edged out Lougee despite ward endorsement. Opponents pledge to protect democratic rights and city valuation integrity.
The article lists numerous replacements of second assistants across wards 3 through 23 in Boston. It notes shifts linked to political factions, names former officeholders, and mentions political figures like Fitzgerald and Leahy while highlighting patronage patterns and rivalries within the city administration.
The Hon. James Donovan, president of the Boston Democratic City Committee, states he has refrained from criticizing Mayor Hart’s administration but notes that parties are recognized by law in appointing assistant assessors and says a few words regarding yesterday’s announced list.
The Hon. Charles H. Innes recounts his talk with Mayor Hart and the discussion of assessors. He notes no promise of first or second assessor positions was made and asserts the incident reflects disputed political loyalties and promises.
Mayor Hart told a Post reporter last evening that there are plenty of insects around this year and commented on the impact of the pest problem. He spoke about local conditions and potential remedies.
In a curt exchange the mayor refuses to identify the targets of criticism and deflects by likening the issue to dealing with insects, saying there are plenty of them this year and he will not pin down the men.
Paris April 10 The Riviera visit of President Loubet reached a peak with double naval displays at Villefranche and Toulon. Spectacles delighted the crowd as the Alexander III saluted the French court and the Russian fleet. The St Louis carried Loubet out of the bay amid cheers and seven cries of Vive la Republique as drums beat and trumpets sounded.
The Democratic city committee head James Donovan condemns Hart's move to place the assessors under politics. Hart says he recalls little of Innes remarks amid a tense exchange. Meanwhile, a naval pageant unfolds as Italian Spanish, Japanese and Russian ships salute President Loubet in Marseille with crowds cheering.
Moull Hall hosts an open meeting by medicalists of Boston and vicinity to push the nine hour movement. President Samuel Gompers of the American Federation of Labor and James O Connell of the International Machinists Association will address. Gompers arrives Saturday to be greeted by a Machinists Lodge 264 committee. Thousands of machinists in Greater Boston expected.
A young woman in delicate health follows a doctor's advice to take Scott's emulsion after dinner once daily and rapidly grows stronger. The guidance notes that dose varies with tolerance, must not be excessive, and to start with small amounts. Scott & Bowne advertise the product from Pearl Street, New York.
A French ambassador held a reception for Duguay Trouin officers in Baltimore with cabinet members and foreign dignitaries in attendance. The hall featured Washington Rochambeau artwork and flags of France and the United States.
Attorney General Knox assumed formal charge of the Department of Justice in Washington. Officials and clerks were presented to him as he began his duties and was introduced to the Supreme Court justices.
An article extols the dangers of stomach disease and links weak digestion to overall bodily decline. It cites patient letters praising Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery for indigestion and liver complaints, asserts digestion supplies all strength, and promotes a medical adviser book offered by Dr. Pierce for home use.
Last evening Dorchester celebrated the dedication of the new Channing Church on East Cottage street. Rev Henry Hallam Saunderson was installed as pastor after a service featuring organ, choir, scripture by Rev Eugene Shippen, and a sermon by Rev Thomas Van Ness. The rite included hymns led by Rev Edward Everett Hale and a benediction by Pastor Saunderson with remarks from several prominent clergy.
Representative George Bleiler’s residence at 93 Brown Avenue Jamaica Plain was broken into between 5 and 11 last night. Thieves gained entry through a rear window and stole a bicycle rings and other small jewelry.
A vintage advertisement urges readers to buy and try a box of Cascarets Candy Cathartic tonight. The copy promises genuine tablets stamped C. C. C. and notes they are never sold in bulk and available at all druggists.
The Ways and Means Committee reported a bill creating a commission on publication to handle all reports over fifty pages. It would include the Secretary of State, the State Auditor, and one other State officer appointed by the Governor, all serving without pay.
A vintage ad touts Dean's Ointment for itching piles with claims of relief. The copy appeals to buyers by noting the product is available at any drug store for 50 cents. The tone mirrors early marketing language emphasizing efficacy and accessibility.
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