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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1903
Page
6
In light of Paris subway disaster, the author urges Boston to address live third rails, fireproof cars, instant power shutoff, and better tunnel ventilation. Highlights include potential third-rail cover, fireproof rolling stock, and improved exit access as preventive steps for expanding underground transit.
The piece argues the current stock downturn hinges on whether prices reflect real value or inflated figures. It cites 1899 railroads as example of conservative values, noting contemporary highs despite weaker industrials and ongoing devaluation, suggesting the slump is not yet at rational prosperity.
The piece questions whether current values and public sentiment justify fear, noting they remain below peak prosperity of 1399 and prompting readers to rethink economic optimism and risk.
The article reports Secretary Root leaving the War Department and Judge Taft becoming the army head to shape civil governance in the Philippines. It notes General Leonard Wood may replace Taft as civil governor, signaling a stronger imperial policy and use of military power to suppress Filipino independence.
Superintendent Donovan of the Boston street department stops further city payments to New England Sanitary Product Company until the nuisance is abated. The piece argues the city paid $90,000 of a $140,000 contract for a project it now doubts the company intended to complete and suggests dissolving the contract and moving works under municipal control.
The Narragansett artillery district including Fort Rodman at New Bedford will mobilize on a war basis from August 22 to 29 following War Department orders. Troops will remain on base, sleep by their guns, and conduct daily drills with target practice on all forts.
A reader signs a Boston letter noting multiple gambling stands at Nantasket Point using envelope games run by confederates. Strangers watch prize draws then join in, wagering small amounts to win minor glassware while dupes lose steadily, as swindling occurs daily across sites. Boston reader calls for immediate action.
Reverend C H Johnson of Second Baptist Church Winchester endorses the Boston campaign led by Rev Benjamin W Farris of St Paul Baptist Church against a nearby dance hall. He cites past revolved harm of ballrooms and urges local pastors and churches to back the effort and discontinue the venue.
Summer residents along the Crest at Winthrop speculate about a mysterious chauffeur in a large red car seen at midnight on Metropolitan Park boulevard. Park rules ban vehicles in the reservation and an officer enforces the mandate.
A quirky poem mocks Milady’s blue eyes while a cartoon notes J Pierpont Morgan and a Boston scene. The Bingville Bugle teases Reggie Vanderbilt paying 8000 in duties on diamonds for his bride, calling it a setback to newlyweds and matrimony in this country.
The piece surveys August as the month new L line conductors begin training, recounts a near-miss at Langham Hotel and a novice motorman’s prompt stop. It also praises Somerville living writers led by Daniels, Foss, D’Vys, and Luce, and lists local happenings from Bingville to Boston society and public figures.
It was Old Home Week in Lyndon as former residents from distant cities and nearby towns gathered to honor the childhood home. People returned to meet old friends and show their children where they once lived, making a memorable week in the village.
The Schoeffels spend summers at their Queen Anne cottage in Manchester with views of Singing Beach. John B. Schoeffel, a busy theatrical man, enjoys early morning swims and weekly yacht outings with family and friends. Agnes Booth Schoeffel plans a stage comeback this fall amid work and social duties.
In Lyndon Old Home week culminates with a grand mass meeting on the Common. Madeline Warren returns to sing for the crowd and for Stanley Eldredge, the man she loved years ago, rekindling old memories as he wrestles with hope and duty.
The mortar ceremony occurred yesterday at 3 pm in East Boston with Isadore Busch Philips and 8 Berri laying the corner stone. President Isaac Rosnosky presided. Julius Spitz and Israel Cohen assisted, as Rabbi Samuel Hirsberg led services.
The Boston Post offers a Double Gold Eagle prize to the writers of the best letters on the question Should Obey Be Omitted From the Marriage Service. Letters must be addressed to Editor Obey Discussion Boston Post and kept under 200 words. One side only, no returns, keep copies, and final choice rests with Mrs Mary A Livermore. Closing date to be announced.
A Boston Post discussion features readers opposing the word obey in marriage vows. Several signatories argue equality means leaving obedience out, while others defend traditional meanings and religious contexts.
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