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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1906
Page
7
Harvard College announces a new regulation making admission easier for men. Previously candidates needed eight of six points to earn credit and could not retake spring exams in fall. Now any passed points count toward credit and retakes are allowed, reducing time pressure amid declining enrollment.
John Daniels of the South End House addresses the Boston Negro issue at South Congregational Church. He cites 26 000 blacks in metropolitan Boston, 15 000 in Boston proper, and argues for segregation amid whites’ limited intermingling while noting the rise from Civil War levels and steady annual in-migration.
The Ward 17 Tammany Club ball at Paul Revere Hall features Mayor Fitzgerald as guest. Grand entries led by Alder man Curley and Miss Mae Hurlihy, followed by several couples and club members. Committees cover reception dancing printing privileges souvenirs and more as plans aim to surpass past socials.
Abraham Silin aged 4 of 76 Phillips street playing near 29 Cambridge street yesterday was struck by the fender of belt line car No 879. He suffered only a few slight head abrasions and was not seriously hurt.
Mrs. Maria G. Bianco presented a statue of Our Lady of Carmel to the new San Lazzero Italian Church in Orient Heights East Boston. The statue by A. P. Nardin & Co Boston sat on a pedestal given by Giere mio Sacco assistant road master of the B R B L railroad. The ceremony preceded high mass by Rev Father Francis Sannella with music by Miss Esther Keough and a church society in attendance.
A legislative committee on liquor laws starts drafting the 12 oclock and abutters bills amid expected opposition. An abutters bill draft targets blackmail claims by abutters who fail to protest saloon activity for two years. Debates focus on hotel guest liquor capacity and midnight drinking rhetoric from Touraine bill supporters.
In Indianapolis on February 25 Vice President T L Lewis stated there will be no strike on April 1. Operators will restore the prior wage reduction, perhaps more. In Pittsburgh Francois L Robbins, chair of Pittsburg Coal Co executive board, said no change in talks and no meeting of interstate operators has been called to discuss a new wage agreement starting April 1. The dispute remains as before since the joint conference adjourned.
A female infant believed stillborn was found yesterday afternoon in an ash barrel behind 24 Poplar Street West Sind. Wrapped in cloth and newspapers, the body was in a burlap bag and discovered by a resident who notified Joy Street station. Police removed it to the station and later to Undertaker Briggs. Medical Examiner Harris will view the body.
With the horse show season close, amateur and professional exhibitors prep prize winners for the Boston show. Entries close March 24 and premium lists are available from the secretary in Room 229 Tremont building.
A bullet shattered a window on an Atlantic avenue elevated car near North End Park on Commercial street. The incident caused brief panic among passengers as the train passed the area yesterday. No suspect identified and no injuries reported.
The Chelsea Young Men's Hebrew Association prepares for Purim within two weeks. Chairman D J Garb announces the postponed anniversary banquet tickets remain valid for the celebration.
London February 25 Great disappointment noted at Battersea among John Burns constituents as they have yet to see him appearing in knee breeches in court.
Prominent Iowa Republican David B. Henderson, longtime Speaker of the House, dies in Dubuque after a storied life in law and politics. Henderson served in Civil War battles, chaired key committees, and was noted for his wit and blunt tactics. He leaves a wife, two daughters, and a son.
Pastor Bustard of Dudley Street Baptist Church urged that about 94 percent of women marry, citing U S statistics from 80 million population with 15 million married. He emphasized parental rights to expect respect obedience and harmony, recalling a school that used self control on honor with success.
Miss Lottie Peyser hosted a party at 125 Moreland Street Roxbury where she received a diamond ring as a surprise gift presented by Miss Stella Rosenstein of Beachmont. Guests included Myer Burkson Riseman Dave Markovitz Samuel Jacobson Ricker Washer Joe Asher Freda Washer J Freedman Albert Cohen and Miss Cohen. Samuel Pevrier was toastmaster.
A Boston street scene near School and Washington streets on a Sabbath shows subway tunneling in progress. Heavy carts, dirt piles, and rumbling wheels disrupt quiet, with Old South Church spire towering over the dug up street and workers laboring on the project.
Antonio Nicolette alias Frank and alias Michael Langi is in custody awaiting Boston officers. Charged with murderous assault on his wife during an argument on Charter street Boston Feb 3. He was found with a Post clipping describing the attack and identification details. Haverhill police cooperated with Boston officers for transfer.
A Reading Girl Sailor's Friend letters about Boston restaurant discrimination against a sailor in uniform. The writer recounts a waitress refusing service, the sailor's dignity, and a parting gesture of thanks from the sailor who traveled from New York. A silk banner marked Marie was received in acknowledgment.
A retired British Marine defends U S Marines and sailors in response to a Boston Post comment. He praises their conduct, notes some bad apples may exist, but asserts they generally match any navy. He emphasizes cordial, respectful behavior between nations.
W J Sullivan from the class of 1895 writes to the Post praising Mr Bunker of the Quincy School for disciplining pupils with the rattan. He says he received punishment when deserved and commends Boston teachers and principals like Mr Bunker as a credit to the city.
Colonel J J Keppel of The Volunteers of America thanks kind friends for their support in uniting a family. He notes the contribution exceeded the required expenses by one dollar and signs cordially from 7 Park Square.
The U S army transport Sumner arrived in New York after an 18 day cruise to Cuban ports where monuments to Spanish American war dead were dedicated. aboard were members of the Santiago battlefield commission and a party of army officers who fought in the Cuban campaign and their wives.
Bennett Athletic Association hosts annual poverty party at Union Hall with a 9 30 poverty match led by president Joseph I Skelliher and Miss Lillian Burke. A $15 prize awaits the most comically dressed couple and a large attendance is expected.
A 12 year old colored girl Irene says Mrs Whitely of Providence left her adrift and she walked 45 miles along railroad tracks to Roxbury, seeking her mother. She stayed with Mrs Whitely for three years after being removed from the Little Wanderers Home. Police verify address leads and arrange return to the institution if mother not found.
Dressed in plain clothes, Court Square officers raided Pi Alley to nab four youths under 15 labeled Knights of the Road. The boys, all local, spoke of travel and a rough South trip as officers questioned them about life on the road. Some residents urged action to clear the route.
The Prinz Heinrich veteran society plans a Turn Hall banquet in Middlesex street to mark its third anniversary and the silver wedding of Emperor and Empress William. Guests include Governor Guild Harvard professor Hugo Munsterberg the German consul W T Reineke and Alderman Bromberg. The verein consists of American citizen veteran Germans who contributed to a $5000 punch bowl sent to the Kaiser.
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