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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1905
Page
6
A compact transit of office lines reads like a note from the paper’s back pages. The text lists editorial rooms and main business office numbers as a terse header.
Representative Cole says a fully satisfactory bill is unlikely and urges no compromise on the gas issue. The debate centers on capitalization limits for Boston Consolidated Gas, with paid-in capital set at 9.3 million and the state warning that exceeding it would challenge Massachusetts stock watering principles.
Treasury deficit forecasts grow larger as rumors of a duty on coffee resurface. The article suggests a potential year end shortfall near 35 million dollars, with Senate leaders preparing for talks upon Aldrich’s return from Europe.
The piece argues a coffee duty would raise revenue but hurt everyday breakfast tables. It contends supporters misrepresent benefits, claiming protected manufacturers push higher duties while ordinary Americans would bear the hardship. It urges keeping coffee affordable and warns against weaker brews.
The new state organization of retail grocers argues for shorter store hours and stronger pure food laws. It cites late Saturday hours hurting Sunday workers and urges general adoption and strict enforcement, with the public urged to shop earlier on Sundays to aid compliance.
A passenger requests to alight at Danvers but is kept aboard after the conductor asks for medical help. A tall man volunteers as physician and is directed to amputate the passenger's arm. The exchange reveals a medical emergency aboard the car.
Observant Citizen reports May 9 benefit at the Boston Theatre for the Convalescent Home with Miss Nance O Neill promised. Funeral for M J Keating at St Peter s Church Meeting House Hill at 9 this morning with interment in Halifax N S. Boston post al district letter carriers reunion this evening in Mechanics building plus notes on upcoming shows and local events across Dorchester Brookline Roxbury and Charlestown.
A lively narrator recounts riding Boston streetcars in search of a destination. He exaggerates mishaps with motormen, a belligerent umbrella, a horse tied to a cab, a frog on the track, stray money and a crowded car, all ending with his finger caught in a door.
The planned secretary led Philippine visit for Congressmen faces backlash as critics call it a junket. Taft insists only transportation is provided and not Pullman tickets causing withdrawals. Critics argue the outing may be driven by necessity over dignity amid a growing Treasury surplus.
The Supreme Court recently struck down New Yorks bakery 10 hour law as not a police or hygienic regulation. Unions vow to enforce the 10 hour demand through their own pressure on master bakers, disagreeing with the courts view on health and welfare. Justice Harlan dissented citing good faith in lawmaking. Public sympathy backs the unions effort.
Medford April 25 The Medford Lodge of Elks three day fair will be opened by Mayor Dwyer tomorrow night with participation from other prominent officials in the opening ceremonies.
New York April 25 a petition in bankruptcy was filed by Louis Brandt and John Brandt doing business as architects L. and J. Brandt. Liabilities are listed at 1 118 001 and assets at 33 345 indicating a large deficit for the firm in bankruptcy proceedings.
Mrs Sophia Stevens of Stevensville celebrated her 89th birthday with a gathering in Worthington. Guests included several elderly attendees aged from 70 to 90, such as Mrs Emily Drewry and Mrs Irene Capen, who traveled three miles to attend.
The Paige travelling scholarship at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts goes to John Hubbard Rich of Minneapolis who will study abroad next October. Rich has been top pupil at the museum school for two years, winning the Ayer prize of 100 dollars and placing second in another concours. The fund, started by James William Paige, totals 30 thousand dollars with additional endowment to support two years of European study. The school’s annual exhibition opens at the Boston Art Club galleries in May.
Colonel Charles H. Cole the Boston police commissioner arrives with William Pierce and Police Captain Cain to study New York City traffic regulation. They will stay several days to observe and compare systems.
Cred Delton recovers from a thigh wound nursing Constance Putnam in the Towanda countryside. A romantic tension blooms as Delton remembers promises and considers a confession after a near-tragic tree collapse on the railway, ending with a plan to meet her father.
Society notes highlight the Vincent Club operetta's first public performance this afternoon in Jordan Hall with numerous juvenile hosts and guests. Marital festivities include multiple weddings across Roxbury and Newton, with receptions and bridal breakfasts planned, plus a string of summer travel and yacht news.
A reader asks if marriage can cross religious lines when threatened by suicide notes from a deeply attached 18 year old. The columnist urges respecting autonomy, warns relatives should stay silent, and advises thoroughly proving love before marrying if both partners are sure their bond can endure future differences.
The 22d annual Old Hawes Schoolboys Association reunion and dinner takes place at Young's Hotel this afternoon and evening. Reception starts at 4 o clock, dinner at 6. A larger crowd is expected due to extensive committee outreach.
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