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Post announces ban on anonymous correspondence
Special notice from The Post reminds readers that anonymous letters cannot be printed or announced in any notices.
Boston at Christmas Time Bears Busy, Joyful Streets
The Boston streets fill with holiday shoppers and families in light marching order. People crowd the pavements and shops, carrying bundles as the season of giving and receiving unfolds with grateful, happy energy.
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Boston
Dissatisfaction Over America's Cup Talks Ends Drift Toward 1895 Races
The long correspondence between the cup holder and Lord Dunraven signals likely cancellation of international races next season. The piece argues yacht racing, while costly, advances marine architecture and shipbuilding, and urges moving the cup to Boston or Marblehead to benefit the sport.
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Lord Dunraven
New York Yacht Club
Boston
Marblehead
New York
Judge Carpenter rules against Bell monopoly in Berliner patent delay
The government wins a key antimonopoly case accusing Bell Telephone agents of colluding with officials to delay the Berliner patent. Judge Carpenter condemns the delay as a serious wrong that revived the monopoly and harmed the American people. The ruling casts a harsh light on alleged misconduct and foresees salutary moral effects, with higher court appeals anticipated.
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Bell Company
Carpenter
Bell Monopoly
Judicial Opinion Upholds Public Rights Over Monopoly Profits
The opinion condemns thimble-rigging in the Patent Office and places public interests above monopoly profits, signaling that the people must not be cheated out of their rights. It reflects a long awaited verdict aligning with public sentiment.
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Patent Office
Judge Carpenter Rules Patent on Bell Telephone Cancelled
Judge Carpenter cancels the Bell Telephone patent used to extend monopoly. If upheld, long distance telephoning becomes open to competition though Bell retains position and resources. The decision aims to subject Bell to normal market conditions even as the legal battle proceeds.
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Carpenter
Bell Telephone Company
Bell Company
Japanese Outbreak Acknowledged After Port Arthur Capture
The article reports that the Japanese government confirmed savagery by troops following Port Arthur’s capture. It notes Japan's apology through the American press, praising American journalism for reaching the Western world and shaping global opinion. It highlights the shift from issuing statements to a U.S. publication.
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Port Arthur
New York World
China
Times
Granny's Visit Sparks Kids with Gingerbread and Tales
Children flood the house in a joyous scene as Granny arrives. They fetch cake and pie for Jerry and nanny, clutch siblings, and listen to fairy tales. James Whitcomb Riley recalls playful rhymes and favorite stories shared by Granny.
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Jake
Lucy
Ellen
Wade
Silas Walker
Beth
Jack
Cinderell
Daisy
James Whitcomb Riley
Ice Skating Thrills and Local News Roundup
Ice on public ponds drew crowds last night with Jamaica Pond visitors seeking surface but warned as unsafe by park police. The Citizens items note a Potter court decision, Washington Street remodeling costs, regional fried sweet potatoes, a Cordaville crossing accident, John A. Royall’s oil business revival, and Harry Schaff’s early legal promise.
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Jamaica Pond
Merry Musings When Merrie Christmas Draweth Nigh
A humorous poem by Mary Fielding Kalor on the busy festive season. It recalls shoppers, shop clerks, flowers, sodas, and the cheerful tension as Christmas approaches. The verse notes both commercial bustle and hopeful goodwill amid the cold, short days.
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Skeeters
Santa Claus
Mary Fielding Kalor
Riedle Burglary Suspect Captured With Loot
Last Thursday the home of Charles W. Riedle in West Roxbury was burglarized with silverware over $200 stolen along with clothing. A man named Joseph Boieton, 25, accused of breaking and entering, was arrested after police found Riedle’s silver among a loot bundle at a Kneeland street pawnshop. Boieton wore one of the stolen garments and faces identification and rogues gallery steps before court.
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Riedle House
Joseph Boieton
New York
Ulster Boiceton
Riedle
Boiceton
Inspectors’ Office
Rogues’ Gallery
Holiday Theatre Roundup With Roland Reed Auction Pranks
The article previews holiday fare at multiple Boston venues. Roland Reed at the Tremont House cafe buys glassware in a comic auction moment. Listings include Oliver Twist at the Grand Opera House with Otis Keenan Mestayer and Barron. Vashti in Judah at the Columbia Theatre. Della Fox and Colombe's Birthday at the Hollis. and shows at the Empire Keith's and Boston Theatre with notable performers and upcoming engagements.
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Oliver Twist
Eliza Proctor Otis
Frank J. Keenan
William A. Mestayer
Charles Barron
Catherine Dooling
Charles Coote
Hollis Theatre
Washington St
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Benning
Della Comic Opera
Hollis St
Brookline Gas seeks removal of court constraint on laying pipes
The Brookline Gas Light Company asks Judge Morton to lift a stipulation barring further mains and street openings in areas outside its Boston contract until the information bill by the Attorney General is resolved. A. E. Pillsbury opposes, citing lack of notice and a required public hearing under the gas company act of 1885. The court took the matter under advisement.
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Supreme Court
Boston
Brookline Company
Morton
Board of Aldermen
A. E. Pillsbury
The Post Letter Box A concise space for reader views
Readers are invited to send short letters with suggestions criticism or comments. The Post reserves no endorsement of opinions printed here and warns against long winded epistles from subscribers.
Canadian Birth and Russian Czar Faith Question
A reader asks if a man born in the Dominion of Canada is American. The reply states Canadians are generally termed Canadian, and a Russian czar is Greek Catholic, not Roman Catholic.
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Post
Dominion of Canada
Russia
Mi Asds
Boston
United States
No Right to Assault Questioned by Boston Reader
A Boston reader asks whether a West End Street Railway conductor may force a passenger from a car for unpaid fare. The editor notes a conductor may call police to arrest for nonpayment but cannot assault or remove without arrest.
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West End Street Railway Company
J. Wi. Lord
Boston
Pedler Licensing Rules Clarified for Forest Hills
A resident asks if licensed pedlers may knock at doors and notes a homeowner may post no pedlers to avoid trespass. The letter explains pedlers may knock but must not disturb residents and that persistence after a no-pedlers notice could be trespass.
Legal question on recovering debt without written proof
A subscriber asks if a woman who lent several hundred dollars to a man of property without witness or writing can sue him in court. The answer: she could sue for the amount, but the case is weaker without proof. having something to show would strengthen the claim.
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West End Street Railway Office Location Found
A note from Ae Oke Boston dated December 13 states the West End Company used the building at the corner of Federal and Milk streets for its employment office.
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Unruly Footnotes and Jokes From Various 19th Century Columns
A collage of humorous exchanges and wry quips from ademist era papers. Bits include a nurse warning a patient about an upset system, a suffrage lecturer teased about voting interest, investors debating debt, and a chiding restaurant scene. Also references to political bets, social pretensions, and a cheeky boatman aboard the Styx.
Labor notes on Knights of Labor dispute and union meetings
M. J. Bishop the state K of L secretary issues a statement on why miners representatives were disqualified at the Knights of Labor convention in New Orleans. Water Works Assembly 6356 A F L plans to elect officers and committees in Caledonia Hall next Sunday. Conductors and Motormen Division 2 meet at Kolbs Hall Tremont Street to elect three delegates to the 3873 executive board for the new term. James H Ratigan, delegate from Conductors and Motormen Union 2873, not expected home before the new year.
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New Orleans
Water Works Assembly
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Kolb’s Hall
Tremont Street
James H. Ratigan
Conductors’ and Motormen’s Union
Shawmut broker jailed for receiving stolen cotton spools
John W. Darling a Shawmut avenue money broker was sent to the House of Correction for fifteen months after a Superior Criminal Court jury convicted him of receiving several hundreds of spools of cotton thread known to be stolen by 17 year old James Wilson. Judge Hammond imposed the sentence and a $50 fine.
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Shawmut Avenue
House of Correction
James Wilson
Superior Criminal Court
Hammond
Three Thieves Sentenced in Superior Court
William Devine, Michael McNerney and Daniel Lynch were yesterday sentenced by Judge Hammond in the Superior Criminal Court. Devine received two years in the House of Correction while McNerney and Lynch were sent to the Massachusetts Reformatory.
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Bank forgery suspect Olgier Bean jailed in Augusta
Olgier Bean, 2d, arrested on Maine bank forgery charges and brought to Augusta from Rockland this morning. He has aliases and a Presque Isle home. Forgeries are believed to total several hundred dollars.
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Olgier Bean
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Jury To Return Sealed Verdict In Manslaughter Case
The jury in Carmine Manet to’s manslaughter trial over Stefano Capabianca’s death will present a sealed verdict to Superior Criminal Court before Judge Hammond this morning.
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Stefano Capabianca
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Hammond
Going South for the Winter Leaves Boston for Richmond
A matologist departs Boston on Thursday for Richmond Virginia to spend the winter, Mrs Drenv is described as a well known der.
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Richmond
Drenv
Boston Democrats Split Over Nomination Tactics
The Lynn Item notes strong disagreement within Boston’s Democratic ranks as the city committee faces pressure from the Post to push delegates for a convention. Critics say nominations are not the committee’s proper role and express disappointment after defeat.
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The Necessity of Union
The Boston Post argues that Democratic success in Boston depends on unity. It warns that factionalism defeats the party and that a divided group will fall through its own folly, urging adherence to Democratic principles.
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Brookline Gas Petition Hearing Extended for Capital Increase
The Brookline Gas Company sought permission to raise capital from 1 million to 2 million by issuing 10 000 shares to expand its plant and pay debts. The commissioners continued the hearing after reviewing sworn statements. a future session may reopen if new material from minority stockholder Lauriston Scaife is provided.
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Forger Passes Checks At Derry Bank In New Hampshire
John Murdock passed two forgeries at the Derry Bank in West Derry New Hampshire on December 18. One check was drawn on H P Hood and the other on Benjamin F Adams both well known town residents. He then departed for Manchester.
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