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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1900
Page
6
The state house pushes a bill to abolish the dark cell as a punitive method. Reform advocates say it insults humanity and harms prisoners’ nerves and minds. Prisons have been free of major scandals, and officials are trusted to pursue humane discipline.
The House checked progress on the telephone bill with a point of order but sustained it and indicated the bill can be amended to conform. Debate showed broad agreement on extending state supervision of telephone companies to protect the public and regulate business, with changes acceptable as long as the main aim remains.
Citizens push for a public vote on railroad leases pending Legislature approval. George Acker and committee members urge broad discussion, arguing Boston and Massachusetts interests favor public input over corporate gains. If approved, a referendum should accompany the act for final public decision.
A fragment notes tense debate at the Republican convention next week about the stance toward McKinley and his belief in plain duty. The text questions whether the convention will stand by a Massachusetss congressman or reflect broader party loyalties.
The piece accuses McCall and others of opposing imperial policy and moral stands within the GOP. It cites Senator Hoar in revolt, Judge Dunbar's resignation from the resolutions panel, Governor Boutwell's anti imperial stance, and McCall's push in Porto Rico policy, framing a large faction that could swing state power.
British General Roberts accuses Boers of harsh prisoner handling at Pretoria, while observers report sanitary camps and humane conditions. London's coverage, corresp onds describe Waterval camp as orderly with bedding, meals, and even beer. Debate over civilian casualty and ammunition ethics underscores contested wartime cruelties.
A youth in Castle Square Theatre draws laughs by turning his coat inside out before being asked to dress properly. The piece also covers the heavy artillery officers dining Col Pfaff at the Algonquin and G H Breslin’s retirement banquet.
A column lists public men who do not smoke or drink including Governor Crane ex governor Wolcott and Speaker Myatt among others. Neal McPeek reports booming conditions in southern California and plans a tour with an illustrated talk on American scenery. An itinerant preacher faced interruptions from a drunken congregant on the Common, and a Dorchester boy asks about seasons, prompting a fatherly explanation.
A collage of witticisms from Punch Puck and other papers ranges through marriage, money, jobs, and fashion gags. Jokes pivot on debts, engagement plans, and fast talking suitors with a satirical glance at social mores.
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