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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1904
Page
6
The piece warns the current Congress will be a short session focused on cleaning up rather than progress. It notes pending river and harbor and public buildings bills, many private pension measures, and risks to commerce and population as members seek district gains before March 4.
Dr Booker T Washington, at New Old South Church, hailed a drop in mob violence in the South. He attributed the reduction to white and colored cooperation and insistence on legal trials, urging continued public support to curb crime.
The piece argues a large navy is safer than a large army for democracy, since armies enable usurpation. It cautions against an oversized navy becoming a costly burden, noting 80 million Americans defend rights and fear of standing forces. It warns naval buildup could threaten fiscal and political stability.
Secretary Morton demands the largest naval appropriation yet while admitting full plans cannot be completed. Moody calls it essential insurance against war, but critics warn immense naval power could provoke rash conflicts and impose heavy taxes on industry. Public sentiment favors a strong defence navy, not global domination.
Immigration by sea fell about 5 percent from the prior year, failing to reach a million in the last fiscal year. In five months since, foreign inflows rose with wartime factors. Russians fleeing service and desertions swelling numbers, while Japanese arrivals declined nearly 30 percent due to the war. An 812,870 increase in aliens adds about 1 percent to the population, but stricter screening and exclusion of contract labor and criminals are urged to keep immigration safe and healthy.
Article argues for quarterly public disclosure of city employees and their compensation, asserting such lists reveal public matters currently hidden by red tape. It defends municipal officials against charges of graft, urging an immediate first publication and subsequent updates.
Observant Citizen notes an up town all night bank near theatres and restaurants with safe deposit vaults for jewels. Tomorrow December 7 the Animal Rescue League holds a fair in Copley Hall with Back Bay young ladies as waitresses. The Hyacinth Whist Club of Dorchester plans a jolification next Friday evening led by Curran Walsh Trainor Hemsworth Leonard. Mr C T Sherer of Worcester who aided Fall River strikers built a Fall River store with $1000 capital, $200000 sales in 18 months. Boston bowlers drift from candle pin back toward old pin. season starts with excitement over new scheme and candle pin gains popularity.
A New Jersey man attempting to settle an election bet by riding a pig through his hometown was knocked off and injured when the pig tossed him. The incident raises humorous questions about who was to blame for the crash the pig or the rider as locals read and laugh at the tale.
Revere townspeople protest street disturbances and school disruption amid calls for joint action by the school committee selectmen and police chief to curb unruly youth until the beach season opens. Neptune Lodge Odd Fellows in Boston praise outstanding degree work for hundreds of lodges, while John L. Brennan is named president of the Urban Club of Charles Town. Somerville Superintendent Southworth acts to protect school reputation after an unauthorized dance claim. Roxbury and Brookline residents cheer Sim Murph of St. Louis fame and social gains of his wife, as local gyms focus on athletic talent and personal conduct.
The charming display of dainty apparel in the infants wear section offers valuable suggestions for beautiful practical presents. Third Floor Front.
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