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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1902
Page
6
A historic claim states the beef trust priced products for foreign buyers below the level charged to American citizens, highlighting alleged discriminatory pricing practices across markets. The report notes potential implications for trade and domestic policy debates.
An editorial laments the bid to set aside two hours on two days weekly for the street department head to “transact the business” of the aldermen. It accuses the board of being “job mad,” recounting access clashes with Superintendent Donovan, and urges committee action as a public improvement under district rule.
A vast fleet of coal ships has been held off port during a great storm with a flood of coal arriving in Boston. The piece questions high prices charged to consumers, noting relief coal may be sold at cost or modest profit to the poor. It warns of a public revolt against panic pricing as supply returns.
The author recalls how the Chicago beef trust used the Dingley tariff to secure a home market and price-gouged consumers. Germany’s new tariff now blocks this supply, confining the trust to domestic use and prompting Packers to seek U.S. government relief. The piece accuses packers of exploiting the public for foreign gain.
The old cup defender Puritan, designed by Edward Burgess and built in South Boston, defeated Genesta for the Americas Cup. Transformed into a schooner, Puritan has been sold to a Boston yachtsman and will race again, marking a contrast with later racing craft that vanished into junk. The piece laments the shift from seagoing craft to racing machines among New York’s yacht set, praising Puritan’s enduring service.
A contemporaneous critique denounces the Blondin jury verdict as a farce. The author argues the crime was horrific and the defendant should face full punishment, contending the ruling absolves him partially and highlights flaws in applying the death penalty.
The Observant Citizen notes snow storms have cost the Boston Elevated railway over 35000 but the funds went to deserving men and the system remains functional. Weather forecasters warn more snow ahead. In suburbs sledding is common while city limits curb the risk but out of town youth still risk life.
A humorous foreign column offers a DIY gift idea from an old flour barrel. It describes cutting staves, nailing them to form aRoman seat shaped item, added with yellow ribbon, usable as a storage and baby holder. Instructions warn about axe handling and suggest it doubles as a novel home accent.
The chapter opens with Stealthy Steve surfacing after a head wound from a quarantine guard aboard the Soapsudsia in New York Harbor. He escapes via a tug, defeats Leadpipe Luke, and demands the pilot return to New York within 30 minutes. He notes the pedigree document is missing, aims forGenevieve’s wedding, and ends with a cliffhanger and a footnote about a long jump record. The interwoven subplot involves a widow, Bob Robson, and a scene with a Japanese-residing husband.
The tale of William Quantrill’s hidden gold from the Civil War era ends with Kentucky farmer Ozra Hollowell discovering an old copper kettle. Placed a foot beneath the surface near the last fight in Kentucky, the kettle yielded only dirt, not the famed treasure.
Reports warn that the Venezuelan coast blockade by ADED or allied forces could tighten soon with potential clashes anticipated. Authorities urge caution as ships and patrols monitor strategic sea lanes amid rising tensions.
Venezuela dispatch from Caracas dated December 15 reports Jeremiah Pennwhizz Graphically describing tensions and a proposed clash along a line as two locals are hired to load a container pen. The piece notes Venezuelans deplore the destruction.
The curricle stirs mud as Bob Robson confesses his warm heart and love while the widow jokes about wealth and creditors. They banter on romance, finances, and a future in politics as they ride past Grant's tomb toward One Hundred tenth street, leaving Bob hopeful yet unsure.
Edward Simmons, Concord native and prominent Boston artist resident in New York, will install his mural portraying the Concord fight in Memorial Hall at the State House this week. The piece marks a notable civic art commission amid other social notices and exhibitions across Boston.
Washington reports that funeral plans for Mrs. Julia Dent Grant await Brigadier General Fred D. Grant's arrival from the West. Adjutant General Corbin requests his prompt move to Washington. The President will send a floral tribute from the White House. Mrs. Grant to be buried at Riverside Drive tomb with General Grant, per his wish. Burial in a military cemetery is not authorized. Mrs. Grant's body will stay in New York for about ten days.
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