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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1904
Page
8
Wall Street saw a quiet session with widespread selling by traders contrasting yesterday's bids. The grain rate dispute, rail traffic worries, and weak insurance headlines weighed on sentiment while Amalgamated and Utah saw limited activity.
The padrone system that exploits Italian laborers faces a challenge if Representative Scigliano of Boston has his bill adopted. He describes padrone practices of hiring, forced fees, inflated goods, and wage withholds, noting bankruptcy defenses derail lawsuits. The article also covers related House and Senate disputes over railcar crowding, liquor law changes, and state finance proposals.
Boston audiences flock to The Burgomaster at Globe Theatre with Ruth White and Oscarman delivering strong turns. A crowded Boston Theatre welcomes Chauncey Olcott in Terence next Monday with a Washington Birthday matinee. Bellows of magic and candy draw crowds at Majestic while Nance ONeill shows Leah the Forsaken at Colonial and Grand Opera hosts Through Fire and Water. Numerous concerts, lectures, and theatrical revues fill the week as Tin Pan Alley acts and notable performers from Busoni to Nordica headline at multiple venues.
War news across Europe and Asia pushed Chicago grain prices higher. May wheat rose to about 9 65/8 with May at 77 8/ to 78 8/. July wheat up about 18 8/8 from last night. May corn gained 6 8/8, oats 8 4/8, and provisions up to 271 2/.”
The Charitable Irish Society held its regular monthly meeting at Young's Hotel last evening. John O Callaghan gave an address on The Parmnell Movement. John B Donovan provided vocal selections and Walter J Kugler presided at the piano.
Closing bids and sales show Am Relli reas 4000 dollars at 98, high lows and yields around 13,000 804 ip 91% 01%. Government and mine issues such as 6s, 4s, and 66s appear with varied prices and percentages. Amalgamated Min and Adventure Min are listed with small gains in market quotes.
A brief note states headaches afflict everyone from every walk of life and can be prevented by strengthening the nervous system. The passage emphasizes universal susceptibility and a preventive approach through nervous system toning.
Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills promise immediate relief or prevention of a coming attack. Non laxative and free of opiates, guaranteed to benefit. Sold by all druggists at 25 doses for 25 cents. Never sold in bulk. Dr Miles Medical Co.
Daniel Ryan presents The Great Ruby at the Music Hall to a large audience with notable acting by Ryan and Miss Whipple. Scenic effects, including the balloon fight, are praised. Afternoon shows continue with A Royal Lover. Tomorrow features A Golden Fool and Virginius with Monte Cristo slated for Saturday.
Following a brief illness Mrs Elizabeth Sarah Bruty wife of John W Bruty contractor died at her home 8 Sylvia street Jamaica Plain She was well known in fraternal circles for neighborly and charitable deeds Fraternal services will be held at the house Friday noon with services at St James Church Roxbury.
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