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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1902
Page
8
The Boston Post reports the death of Mr F W Sargent’s young daughter on Boylston street in an accidental incident. The motorman acted quickly but the car’s fender failed to protect, instead crushing the child. The piece argues for safer front car fenders to prevent such tragedies in Boston streets.
A measure to withdraw Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company members from jury duty exemption is urged. The piece argues exemptions for certain professions are sensible but that this historic group should face juror summons, given their fitness and patriotic duty, with support for advancing legislation.
The remarks question Mr. Vogel's propriety and ask whether the Public School Association can afford to let him act as he did. The exchange implies concern over accountability and the impact on the association's integrity.
The article argues Cuba’s sugar trade hinges on US duties under the Dingley tariff. It cites General Wood and President-elect Palma warning of bankruptcy without duty relief. Proposals range from 2% to 50% tariff reductions, risking protests from beet sugar growers while Cuba faces collapse if relief fails.
The piece urges buyers to insist on exactly what they request and pay for not settling for cheaper substitutes. It argues substitution harms manufacturers and buyers by eroding trust in product quality and个人 satisfaction, and advocates discerning, informed choices over persuasive but cheaper alternatives.
In Wenham the big lake near the Myopia club house hosts ice boating as residents enjoy frozen fun. Harrow yachts skim inches from a mile per minute amid daily races, while city life buzzes with stray items from Park Street clock fixes to street scenes and local notices.
A long satirical piece recounts two fables: a mother with her newborn and a laborer turned rich, contrasting humble toil with opulent society. The second tale mocks wealth, social climbing, and loss of happiness, ending with a cautionary moral about avoiding rich relatives. It interleaves quizzes, light quips, and brief notes on current events like Kitchener and mosquitoes in Portland.
A West end house party escaped fatal poisoning from illuminating gas due to a corroded main outside. Investigators found no fault by residents or house plumbing. the gas flowed into the home and sickened occupants. The piece urges prohibiting manufacture of such poison gas to protect public health and safety.
The article argues that Boston School Board chairman Vogel faces scrutiny for private ties with publishers. It notes prior similar cases and warns against any official use of position to benefit personal publishing interests. The piece stresses public policy against private employment associations with public duty.
A gala Valentine party in Somerville, run under Knights of Pythias auspices, is anticipated as a top social event of the season. It will be held at Odd Fellows Hall with promoters vowing high enjoyment for attendees. A local observer notes the social highlight amid other curious anecdotes.
A vivid lament by J. T. Gallagher on the Boston elevated railroad known as the L. He laments crushes elbows and slammed doors as crowds overwhelm morning and evening rides through Charlestown, noting the dizzying, exhausting motion from doorway to doorway and the restless throng.
Trouble mounts in Cambridge as Mayor McNamee clashes with City Treasurer Dallinger over standard city hours. Dallinger refuses to keep offices open past 2 p.m., citing city ordinance, while the mayor seeks 4 p.m. closures. The dispute overlaps a broader shakeup after the Gray affair, with the mayor asserting accountability and stating he would have reappointed Gray only if exculpating facts were not found.
City Hall buzzes over the delayed paving deputy appointment as Superintendent Donovan postpones decision to Monday. Candidates include Thomas Young of Brighton and John Loughan with a rising “dark horse” speculation. The mayor, Kelly, and Nawn exchange informal talks while minor staff changes are anticipated.
President Eliot dismissed rumors of his resignation as unfounded in a conversation with a Post reporter. He stated he has no thought of stepping down, is in good health, and intends to serve as long as he can while acknowledging no certainty about the future.
Boston upholsterers tied to Union 767 AF of L enjoyed their sixth annual ball at Corinthian Hall last night. The grand march opened with President and Mrs. Albert Moorhouse, followed by Mr. and Mrs. John J. Powers and Mr. and Mrs. John B. Colpoy. Guests included Janes R. Crozier of the Boston Centre Labor Union Frank McCarty of the State Branch of the A F of I and John Kerney of the Building Trades Council.
Housekeepers ask for substitutes when rules call for green garnishes. A firm canned tomato can be served with dressing as a fresh tomato, or turned into a tomato jelly from drained juice. Prepare a border mold, fill with a cold potato salad, and garnish with fancy-cut vegetables and a touch of mayonnaise.
Mr Swift and others discuss the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in the Fenway. Plans call for a public institution open after completion, with exhibitions in a palace setting yet to be adorned and catalogued. Mrs Gardner’s role is advisory and not initiatory, and Prince Henry's visit remains unconfirmed by her.
The sudden death of William A Young a noted horseman and hotel proprietor in Boston cast a pall over city sport circles. He collapsed near noon outside the Mutual Life Insurance building and died later at City Hospital. He was about 46 born in Standstead Quebec with several siblings. He ran the New Marlboro Hotel for 20 years and owned fine trotters including Templar Wilkes 2 10 3 4 this year. He held many fraternal and professional memberships. Funeral services are at the hotel Sunday and business at the hotel will pause until then with assets including real estate and life insurance to be divided among surviving brothers and sisters.
Dennis Taylor aged 60 of Roxbury died suddenly from heart disease after taken ill at 343 Washington Street yesterday morning. He lived at 1 Notre Dame Street Roxbury. He collapsed and died ten minutes later at the scene.
In a lively note from Nettie and An to their confidant, letters reveal a playful misread Valentine mix up. A declared engagement to Fletcher Sargent turns out to be a prank, with Nedlie and the sexton Seth Damon stirring mischief and hinting at a double wedding for June first.
Senator W. T. A. Fitzgerald, president of the Democratic city committee, says M. L. Jennings, secretary of the committees, has not resigned. Jennings contends he has resigned, and the matter remains unsettled awaiting action.
The four masted coal laden schooner Horace Macomber ran ashore off Orleans before daylight but was soon floated free and proceeded to Boston.
The five masted schooner Jennie C Potter, carrying coal from Norfolk to Providence, which went ashore on Prudence Island last Monday in a gale, was floated at high tide this morning.
The four masted schooner Enricott arrived in Fall River from Newport in tow, easing fears over its safety after the recent storm.
Eye glasses described as unique with durable comfort and long wear. The LENS LOCK alteration is noted on old nickel rimless frames with the letters LL on the posts, claiming superior results without extra cost.
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