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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1903
Page
6
The Boston Post lists pricing for DAILY and SUNDAY editions with annual and multi month rates. It notes subscription payment in advance, address changes, and that papers may be discontinued at expiration. Contact details for editorial and business offices in Boston and New York are provided.
The nom de plume Mrs Partington belonged to the late B P Shillaker a longtime Boston Post contributor. Her wit and wisdom in humorous quips were popular a generation ago.
Governor Bates selects Judge Emmons to head the Boston Board of Police. The choice reflects independent judgment and broad public respect. Emmons brings Civil War service, long district court tenure since 1886, and balanced, humane justice. The Post expects a successful police administration.
The article criticizes William Jennings Bryan for a Kansas City address that quotes him opposing Mr. Cleveland and seeks to bar Republicans from joining the Democratic Party. It argues for party unity and welcomes converts from Republican ranks to sustain Democracy.
A special committee of the Legislature investigating the coal situation is pausing its plans to decide which recommendations to present. The delay suggests further input and deliberation before final guidance is issued to lawmakers.
A Chicago coal monopoly investigation risks being constrained by procedural limits, but advocates insist the legislature must adapt rules or pass broader legislation to relieve public oppression. They argue the people will not tolerate procedural quibbles delaying action.
Chief Justice Wiswell of Maine declares violators of the prohibitory law will face jail time in addition to fines. Previously dealers operated under a quasi license, paying fines without jail. The ruling aims to end the hypocritical system and align Maine with stricter Prohibition enforcement across New England.
A newlywed woman died while canoeing on Riverside as she and her husband tried to change seats in the current. The husband survived after strenuous efforts. The piece laments canoeing dangers and urges caution and better river policing.
The Dominion liner Mayflower under Captain George W. Muir will depart from Charlestown docks at 7 this morning bound for Queenstown and Liverpool. She carries 68 saloon passengers, 65 in second cabin and 175 steerage, including Mrs. R. M. Appleton and many others listed as saloon passengers.
Charles Schwaab of East Boston urges readers to heed hazards on Boylston Street Boston between Berkeley and Clarendon streets. He notes seven holes opposite the Brunswick Hotel with five dangerous, eight more near Berkeley in the car track curve, and an excavation opposite the Technology building risking wheel and axle damage to vehicles.
Special Horse Show edition from Boston features drawings, verse, and humor about the Boston Horse Show. A lively report by Timothy Gargoyle covers scenes at Mechanics Hall, with catalog notes, vehicle displays, horse remedies, and playful contest dialogue. The piece includes portraits of exhibitors and the life like "Household Wonder" clotheshorse.
Farmington New Hampshire April 22 Among the town's aged residents are Mr and Mrs Caleb Hanson of Main Street Their ages total 174 years Mr Hanson born September 21 1809 came from stock with business success He married three times and is now partnered with Eliza B Sanborn nee Price Hanson is described as kind courteous and vigorous in old age Mrs Hanson born November 8 1821 from Revolutionary stock has endured multiple marriages and widowhood and enjoys hosting friends including many local young women
The page lists evening horse judging times across classes 100 85 116 69 44 78 and 119 with entries for saddles ladies harnesses tandems hunters and more. It also reports on April 22 at Mechanics Building private boxes and attendees Miss Gladys Gush Mrs Horace Pipp and others including fashion notes from Miss Beatrice Blotter and Miss Hortense Honeygirl.
The Boston Post seeks photographs of the oldest married couples in New England. Send a 200 word sketch with birth dates, ages of husband and wife, address, number of children, and notable life details to Old Couple Editor Boston. Chairs awarded to the chosen couple. photos should have good contrast for reproduction.
Observant Citizen reports a gang of youths on Tremont Street pressuring feminine shoppers for payment after opening carriage doors and other mischief. Police efforts to curb the habit have failed. The column also notes panorama of street life including photo-snapping motorists, gunpowder shipment by train, garden seeds misadventure, Matta pan station lighting complaints, a compassionate fox terrier moment, Patriots Day park games mishap with Deputy Water Commissioner Leahy, and the opening of a Dorchester real estate office by Joseph Costello and John Dinand with a welcoming reception.
The Martin School Alumni Association holds its third annual reunion Friday evening May 8 with committees working hard to ensure a grand event.
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