New Haven Likely to Back Governor Draper Rail Plan
Governor Draper urges creation of a Massachusetts stock corporation to buy and hold Boston & Maine railroad shares. He argues a state charter with strict limits could bring ownership into Commonwealth hands, stabilizing control and aligning rail interests with Massachusetts and New England.
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Railroads Express Approval Of Holding Company Plan
Vice-President Byrnes of the New Haven says the governor’s holding company idea has the acquiescence of New Haven officials if Massachusetts laws allow it. Boston & Maine figures including President Tuttle are not reachable for comment while stockholder Charles Mellen and others note broad support. The plan mirrors a Connecticut proposal to create a holding company to merge Boston & Maine and New Haven, a move opposed by some Medford stockholders.
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Massachusetts Railroad Crisis Spurs New Plan in Legislature
Norman White brushes aside objections to the Boston & Maine stock dispute. The Governor proposes a Massachusetts corporation to hold the stock, ensure state control, and forbid illegal combinations. He urges the railroad committee to advance a constructive bill upholding state laws and preventing outside control.
Aldermen hear petition against gas tank near home
Newton residents report C B Lentell of Boylston street leading petitions against C A person’s plan to place a gasoline and storage tank near his property citing danger. A week later sparks from a nearby blaze set fire to Lentell’s residence causing hundreds of dollars in damage.
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Let's Get the Amopire's Goat Rendition at Red Sox Game
Jack Norworth’s song Let’s Get the Amopire’s Goat was performed yesterday afternoon at a Red Sox game by the Remick Four. The rendition was a popular feature of the musical programme.
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