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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1902
Page
6
The Boston Post presents coverage as a leading Democratic voice in New England. It reports on political developments, editorials, and public affairs shaping regional opinion with a focus on party perspectives and local governance.
A historical piece argues that after prolonged trouble for teamsters in Boston a formal peace with the Brine Company would honor the law and foster harmony in the industry. It notes the company’s presence at the original conference and suggests moral responsibility, aiming to end the dispute on a cooperative note.
A severe Sunday fire devastated Waterbury yet spared lives. The mayor praises the city’s spirit and neighboring towns for support. The blaze destroyed much of the business district, slowing trade, but the mayor says Waterbury will recover quickly through collective effort and self-reliance.
The Republican caucus at the State House shows some restiveness toward Governor Crane’s reform program. The governor’s plain outline of needed administrative improvements is seen as an innovation on conservative legislative habits. Despite lukewarm caucus backing, the editor predicts no open opposition and notes Crane’s broad public support and the strength of his proposed reforms.
Senator Elkins of West Virginia pledges to oppose reciprocity with Cuba and argues for broader reciprocity with Canada and all neighboring nations. He cites Canada’s large trade with the United States and urges outlets for American products worldwide. Expansion has weakened the protective tariff barrier, he says.
Six states have filed formal resolutions asking Congress to call a constitutional convention to propose popular election of U.S. senators. Massachusetts may soon join as the movement grows. critics warn of drastic changes, but supporters say a convention can only draft amendments for ratification by the states.
The text argues against a constitutional convention under current conditions warning of risky amendments. It contends three-fourths of states would reject such amendments but endorses an amendment for electing United States Senators by popular vote as the only change likely to be ratified quickly.
There is hope that Connecticut may curb its rotten boroughs as a constitutional convention at New Haven contemplates a compromise. Reformers, outnumbered five to one, see a plan to grant one representative to rotten borough towns while adding seats for larger towns, potentially six for those over 100,000. The piece urges reform to end a long scandal in New England politics.
Observant Citizen notes a rainy Sunday morning sighting of robins on a soggy Parker Street lawn. Birds appeared confused by dates, facing a cold wind by nightfall as Boris weather turns brisk.
A humorous essay noting Adam as the first man without a diary or father, creating a string of ironic claims about his private life. It lampoons biblical origin with playful observations on Adam’s lack of relations and hairless father figures.
A humorous retelling places Adam as an aged newborn who raises crops and makes scarecrows in Eden. Eve arrives with coffee and apple desserts. later Cain and Abel’s quarrel ends in Abel’s death. Adam dies at 930, with authorities noting his advanced age at birth. NWTON NEWKIRK.
A Boston widow and her daughter Lisbeth flee a harsh match as they sail to Europe. Lisbeth falls for Philip Armstrong, who reveals he protected her reputation with a forged plan. In Venice, a disguise and a marriage plan unfold, ending with consent and a happy union.
Cabbage prepared in quarters and soaked then cooked uncovered in boiling salted water for ten minutes. It is packed in a baking dish with white sauce and buttered crumbs, baked until crumbs brown. Sauce uses butter flour milk with stock optional. Recipe credits Alice Be Whitaker.
Theodore Roosevelt Jr. leads a revolt at Groton School against long held rules, discarding hats and caps as 150 boys follow despite cold and storms. He is 15, in the second year, and known for walking 33 miles in 12 hours while facing occasional taunting about his glasses. He admires Boston School Board president Grafton D. Cushing, who mentors him and shares activities with Gardner.
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