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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1904
Page
6
An off year for Boston mayoral race sees light interest while urging voters to consider aldermen and school committee quality. The piece notes party balance matters less in schools, predicts no overwhelming aldermanic majority, and favors reelecting street commissioner Charles by broad consent.
The Chadwick case unravels a bizarre financial fraud built on forged papers claiming 12 000 000 from Andrew Carnegie. Victims were few but influential, including Beckwith and Spear of Oberlin Bank Reynolds of Cleveland and Herbert B Newton of this city. The scheme collapsed on the flimsiest foundation, yet shook a national bank and swayed serious investors.
The Observant Citizen argues the Board of Police must face charges and trial for officers involved, with the wider issue of force discipline challenged. The piece notes public anxiety over systemic flaws, not revenge, and says the board itself is on trial, while also reporting Mr Leland Powers touring the South and local social, cultural notes.
The Brigham Hospital trustees seek an independent charitable institution rather than an alliance with Harvard Medical School. The aim honors Mr. Brigham by perpetuating his name through a conspicuous philanthropic work. He left his millions for this purpose.
The city faces a dire need for a hospital with ample capacity to treat consumption. A supported movement seeks a municipal establishment, but finances pose a barrier. Dr Otis notes about 3000 cases in Boston and many deaths from this disease while current care for poor patients is scant. The Brigham Hospital endowment is urged to aid this cause.
The Boston license issue is framed as nonessential in the municipal campaign. The text argues licensing yields tax income, citing $1,432,334 this year from license fees and 985 lawful liquor venues, compared with 3000 unlawful outlets in 1874. Proponents urge voting yes to maintain order and revenue.
A playful verse portrays Mazie strolling downtown with head held high, drawing stares from onlookers as she shops. She remains elusive, sometimes staying out long hours without making a purchase.
All Sorts Vaudeville presents a skit in which Rapp and Snapp trade quips about love, a sweetheart named Gertrude, and a night watchman father. The dialogue centers on romance, misunderstandings, and comic asides about marriage and expense.
A sparkling Symphony Hall afternoon featured Mme Melba in pale blue Liberty attire with lace and diamonds. Guests included Mrs. Oliver Ames Jr, Miss Eustis, Miss Higginson, and many Boston social leaders. A Beacon Street reception honored Mrs. Mark Hopkins. The Minots end their season at Dover and Rev. Weld’s family announces a home in Hingham after April 15.
A comic dialogue features a famed burglar praised for skill and a retired thief seeking police work. The mock operetta includes a song The Gentleman in Blue and a chorus about a vigilant cop. The piece closes with a humor column on gift guidance for Christmas shoppers.
James H. Hamilton of Jamaica Plain challenges Jeremiah Haley of Newburyport over the original Douglas baby. Hamilton asserts his child William Lewis Douglas Hamilton bears the full name and was christened with a Lincoln namesake on Queen Victoria's birthday, claiming prior consent from Mr. Douglas.
The Independent Women Voters gathered to discuss School Board candidates at Berkeley Hall. Speakers Rev. A. H. Plumb D D Rev. T. B. Johnson Mrs. Boyden and Mrs. Gleason addressed attendees before a patriotic service. Dr Plumb urged prioritizing child education and using strong teaching materials for Boston boys and girls.
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