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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1905
Page
6
The piece recalls commissions in Britain and the United States, noting past inquiries into dumping tariffs and the Merchant Marine. It argues for less government aid and more individual pluck, praising the 1803 panic that pushed merchants to seek foreign markets and rely on themselves.
The piece urges delay on a gas commission decision until 1905 legislative amendments on capitalization pass, arguing public welfare demands careful scrutiny. It also lauds Senator Dryden for backing federal insurance supervision to replace 50 state departments, citing cost savings and stronger policyholder protection.
The article recalls Governor Boutwell as a long serving public figure who died at 87 as a private citizen. It praises his late years for defending republican ideals and reform, noting his fights against self serving tendencies and predicting eventual broad recognition of his state powers doctrine.
The article criticizes the idea of appointing an industrial commission by the next Congress to tour globally, promoting American products. It warns that both in the United States and Europe such a commission is seen as a universal remedy, while doubting the methods and potential promises, especially in Britain during agricultural rehabilitation debates.
The impeachment trial of Judge Swayne drew little public or Senate interest. The charges were not decisively abhorrent, and many felt the trial unwise. The nation sees the acquittal as preserving American judicial honor, with gratitude to the country more than to the judge.
A legislative committee on federal relations heard arguments favoring a congressional resolution for uniform divorce laws requiring a constitutional amendment. The piece argues Massachusetts should champion uniformity, citing past reforms and the trend of rising divorce as a warning sign for nation stability.
A Chicago man supports his wife and 19 children on nine dollars weekly, praised as a Napoleon of finance. The piece contrasts frugal family life with scarce luxuries, then shifts to March weather prophecy, ending with a playful take on the adage about March entering like a lion or a lamb.
A Chicago Journal quip about Isaac Newton and gravity compares an apple incident to a brick strike, suggesting a lack of gravity in readers while joking about Newton's thought process. A Boston housing note follows, describing two room apartments with kitchenette spaces for newlyweds and compact dining and library areas to save space.
The Boston Post Office Clerks Mutual Benefit Association plans its annual Mechanics Building reunion this evening as a highlight of the city’s postal social calendar. A Roxbury debutante receives a diamond ring for her natal anniversary.
A humorous exchange shows Old Si asking for a letter with a clerk asking for his name. Old Si retorts that the letter will reveal if there is one, reflecting a playful postal scene.
A playful exchange outlines an idea to make an apple roll. Tommy describes using a hoop to roll it away while Lucy prepares the apple roll, with both characters coordinating their parts.
Miss Berkshire answers with a gentle note, as Mr White Ear asks to place a ring on her finger. The scene centers on a formal marriage proposal captured in a quaint social moment.
A letter to the editor from Granville Wardwell of Keene New Hampshire dated February 27 rejects the label aged used for people over sixty asserts he is 67 and can work as hard as younger reporters. He challenges a Boston reporter who called him aged and vows to prove his vitality.
A burglar Miss Sidmon steals $10,000 in cash from a desk then finds a sealed letter to Gladys Sidman that reveals a romantic past with Harry. She reads it, confronts her feelings, writes a reply, and retreats into the night, leaving the scene undisturbed as a detective passes.
Dr H A War ren flew 258 miles in six and a half hours on a special train to Bangor Maine arriving just as his 8 year old daughter Elinor Warren died after a typhoid illness. The child, visiting grandparents Mr and Mrs W E Nichols, died February 25 with a funeral set for today at the grandparents home in Bangor.
Patrolman Bernard J. McNally of Station 5 remains under care at City Hospital after saving two women and two children from a East Springfield street fire Saturday night. The police department awarded him a medal of honor and raised his salary by five dollars per year. Doctors report he rests comfortably and is recovering but cannot return home for several days.
Washington Feb 27. House subcommittee investigates whether the Isthmian Canal Commission followed President Roosevelt’s directive to advertise for bids before purchases and contracts. RH A Drake of Panama Railway testified six months of buying for the commission occurred without bidding. Drake said he consulted Cromwell who said the orders did not apply.
Fortunate Bostonians receive invitations from Sir Charles Wyndham at the Bellevue. Miss Moore hosts daily lunches as Wyndham’s secretary advances his social impact in Boston. Informal tea at Bretton’s apartments. Notables like Miss Shimmin, Arthur Sederquist, John Shepard Jr., Mrs. Henry Parkman, and Mrs. Parker circulate among society events. Monologues by Miss Myra Kelley at the Tuileries ball room support charity.
A missive expresses heartfelt thanks to Mildred Champagne for support and announces an engagement. The writer says she will marry her benefactor and cherishes him, noting affection deepens over time and promising enduring gratitude.
A letter from MR BR K asks for counsel on marrying a woman whose parents oppose the match. The adviser says if the couple are of age, mutually in love, and can provide a happy home, there is no reason to heed outside objections. The focus is on the couple’s right to marry if both are satisfied.
A reader asks who should speak first when a young pair meet on the street or part after an evening. The column notes there is no fixed rule. The lady often bows and speaks first, while parting lines vary and couples may defer saying good-bye until tomorrow.
A reader seeks guidance on a strained relationship with a girl who left another man for him and kept exchanging a ring. The counsellor notes lack of tolerance and urges the caller to return the ring and reassess whether he truly loves the girl and can be happy with her before proceeding.
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