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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1906
Page
6
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A Kansas state agricultural report declares winter wheat yield over 91 million bushels with spring wheat to push total beyond 100 million, the greatest crop in state history. It notes a nationwide harvest bountiful in wheat and corn, linking soil wealth to prosperity and tariff policy.
The piece notes wage rise of 1 percent over the prior year, with manufacturing pay up 1.6 percent but retail food prices up 0.6 percent. In Pittsburgh rents soared 25 percent in five years. workers say wages fail to offset living costs. Chicago officials disagree with Bureau figures as Lewiston workers report wages not matching increases in living costs. Seven in ten laborers live week to week, with personal experience outweighing statistics.
The new school conduct regulations, part of department reorganization, aim to place discipline on a clearer and more satisfactory basis. The plan seeks to modernize behavior rules and establish consistent enforcement across schools.
The regulation restricts corporal punishment to hand blows with a rattan and bans it for girls, certain boys, and in view of other pupils. It requires teachers to report each case in writing to the district principal, including student name, amount of punishment, and reason, and to retain records for two years.
In ten years Boston’s funded debt rose by over 37 million to about 103 million. Critics warn that debt now equals one twelfth of property value, with costly projects like the West Boston bridge and disproportionate bells adding lavish expense. They argue fiscal excess burdens the poor via higher rents and living costs.
Aug 16 1777 marks Bennington Vermont battle anniversary as Boston officials face summons to testify in a bribery probe amid ongoing political turmoil.
The article notes the Ancients plan a field day in Atlantic City with sand and water. It reports the White Star liner Republic sailing to Liverpool with a large cabin list for this season, and mentions local notices like a banker’s death not appearing in papers, ship launches at Fore River yards, and various small town anecdotes from Boston area, including a newborn in Dorchester.
Stealthy Steve a six eyed sleuth escapes from the mud by clinging to a man eating shark under water near the harbor. He grips the tail as the shark thrashes to shake him free, narrowly avoiding being swallowed. Steve devises a plan to use the creature to escape his adhesive confinement.
Steve clung to a shark’s tail as the great fish leapt from the water and sped toward the open sea. The creature fought with speed and aggression, brushing harbor obstacles while Steve survived by sheer endurance and a daring plan to reach the shark’s head.
The executive council exonerates members of the legislative recess committee on Sunday laws over their Coney Island trip. The council defends the travel order and warns against privileges that could invite scandal, urging restrictions on such practices.
The Erie railroad issues Osler orders for new hires on the Susquehanna division. Entry ages vary by job from 14 to 50, with specific ranges for train and engine crews, telegraph operators, clerks, outdoor laborers, apprentices, mechanics, and station staff. Similar rules are expected across the road.
The remains of Charles H. Cole former president of the Globe National Bank were taken today to his Otis street home in Hingham where the funeral will be held Friday at 2 PM.
In Montpelier Vermont on August 15 the Vermont branch of the American Federation of Labor adopted a resolution censuring Congressmen D J Foster and Kittredge Haskins over their stance on the Chinese labor question.
The Boston Elevated Railway Company files with City Clerk Brandon a petition for City Council approval of elevated locations in East Cambridge. Plans show a two track structure from the Boston line to Lechmere Square across the downstream side of the new dam.
The Harvard Summer School closed yesterday after a six week term. A total of 779 pupils were registered. Historical excursions proved popular with seven sites visited. Five dances were held at the gymnasium.
London Aug 15 The inquest into the death of Mrs Pearl Mary Teresa Craigie also known as John Oliver Hobbes returned a verdict of death by natural causes The surgeon conducting the autopsy found heart muscle weakness and said the death was sudden and painless.
Washington Aug 15 The Jamestown Ter Centennial Commission voted to set aside 30000 for erecting a building to be designated by representatives of the colored race at the Jamestown Exposition.
A reader narrator describes a frail woman known as the White Bird in C. C. Hospital who endures poverty and wealth, loves a porter named Albert, and dreams of a life together before wealth changed their prospects. Her reunion with Albert ends in emotional reconciliation and hints at a future family.
Central Village Connecticut August 15 Canterbury is shocked by visiting New York women seen on public highways in blue jean overalls and shoes or slippers. They travel in small groups of four or five attracting attention.
Dilemma Pictures invites readers to contribute ideas for a series of novel pictures for summer amusement. Send concepts to the Dilemma Picture Editor at the Boston Post.
Baron Ludwig Knoop and Baroness arrive in Boston aboard the Saxonia, with the baroness to be attended by two maids. The engagement of Baron Knoop to Miss Emily Sargent sparks Magnolia wedding plans, likely an al fresco affair on the Sargent estate overlooking the ocean. Prominent couples and society figures travel and attend tableaux vivants for a Magnolia Library Hall philanthropy event, including Miss Turnbull, Miss Oelrichs and the Kahns, with other North Shore belles noted.
A young girl writes Mildred Champagne asking for help about a boy she met two summers ago in the East. She sent him photos and a postcard but received no reply and wonders how to locate him or write again. She signs BE EF D.
A light moral vignette notes that letters reach boys poorly but girls should remember letters seldom go astray. If a reply is delayed one should resend to the same address and accept that boys may forget.
A reader asks if a two year relationship shows true interest as the man wanders. The columnist urges Topsy to enjoy other company to spark his concern and avoid heartbreak, arguing self sufficiency and social activity improve matters.
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