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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1905
Page
10
Governor John L. Bates notes that 1904 was a prosperous year for Massachusetts while predicting May 1905 may exceed 1904 in growth and opportunity. The statement emphasizes state economic progress under his administration.
Across Massachusetts mills in Lowell Lawrence Haverhill New Bedford and other cities report full operation and strong dividends. Fall River faces a strike but most mills hold steady with high wages and ample orders foreshadowing a prosperous year ahead driven by World’s Fair demand and solid consumer buying.
Reports from several centers around St Louis indicate unusually healthy conditions in manufacturing. Demand for skilled industry's products remains steady and increasing across sectors.
San Francisco reports show most industries ending the year with strong demand for finished products. Factories ran at full capacity with high wages and steady prices. Manufacturers expect a boost from improved trade with the far east and are stocking up in anticipation of better prosperity.
Industrial statistics show the year ended with remarkable gains in manufactures and all lines of business. Wages in manufacturing are higher than in years past and the general market is strong. The outlook for next year is unusually bright.
Boston reports a drop in foreign arrivals with December totaling 100 vessels, including 68 steamers, 3 ships, 1 bark, 26 schooners and 1 tug. For 1904 overall 1424 vessels arrived, down 208 from 1903, with 1034 steamers, 11 ships, 31 barks, 3 brigs, 336 schooners, 7 tugs and 2 barges.
Berlin dispatch reports Ambassador Tower presenting New Year wishes to Emperor William II and Empress. The Emperor praised Roosevelt and the rising U S influence, welcomed German American academic exchange proposals, and recalled the Frederick the Great statue unveiling. Tower offered to help arrange lectures between nations.
King Christian hosted the New Year reception for the diplomatic corps in Copenhagen. American Minister Swenson conveyed greetings to President Roosevelt. The king sent cordial greetings to the president and wished prosperity for America. Crown Prince Frederick also sent regards to President Roosevelt.
The Married Women's Sodality of St. Mary's Church North End received holy communion at 7:30 yesterday morning. The Married Men's Sodality plans to attend the same service next Sunday at the same hour with a large turnout expected.
Republicans hold an advantage with a larger Senate and House majority than last year and may push more legislation on Governor-elect Douglas. Some leaders favor a conservative plan to avoid radical policy. Guild is seen as a potential nominee, while Douglas's actions and the new legislature will shape the political balance.
A Christmas tea at St. Mary's Infant Asylum Dorchester drew hundreds of charity supporters. The St. Mary's Infant Asylum Ladies' Aid Society hosted eight tea tables with a program of songs and instrumentals from Mrs. D'Arcy and Quinn's orchestra. The event highlighted the asylum's care for 145 children and 16 sisters, with annual fundraising urged for ongoing needs and the April 29 festival planning underway.
Eleanor Morrisey is jailed on suspicion after a lamp exploded during a quarrel that left husband Thomas Morrisey dead from burns. She claims self-defence and says she did not intend serious harm. Neighbors describe a history of frequent fights and alcohol-related tension at 32 Oneida Street.
A Post reporter lists New Year resolutions from state and city figures. Governors to aldermen pledge politics, veto restraint, dust control, reorganizing parties, and fulfilling promises while aiming for governance and progress in Boston and beyond.
In military circles the issue of General Miles rank arises as Chief of Staff. Governor Douglas names Lieutenant-Colonel Stopford as adjutant-general which carries chief of staff rank. Law allows only one adjutant-general, and legal counsel expects a correction before inauguration day.
An odor of escaping gas at 193 West Second Street South Boston led to a death discovery. Daniel Ring 28 was found dead in bed from asphyxiation while asleep with gas issuing from a partly opened jet. Police believe he accidentally opened the valve while undressing.
Boer general Piet Cronje spoke at the Boston Theatre detailing the Transvaal war. He spoke in Dutch with interpreter Captain Hin don translating for the audience. Proceeds from the lecture go to the Working Boys' Home in Roxbury.
Miss May F. McGachie of 17 Marion Street Charlestown marries John J. Ryan of 88 Otis Street East Somerville at St Catherine's Church Charlestown with Rev John S Tierney officiating Best man Thomas Ryan and bridesmaid Miss Josephine McGachie sister of the bride present in the ceremony last evening.
Yesterday set a record as the warmest January 1 since 1876 except 1885 with a mean of 43 degrees and a high of 52. Readings by hour show 34 to 52 degrees, with 1876's 70-degree extreme noted. Thousands enjoyed the unseasonal sunshine and mild temperatures.
Newton January 1 police captured five of eight boys who escaped from the Lyman School in Westboro. The group was spotted on a road and led officers on a lively chase before being taken. Captured were John Watts John McCourt James Fleming Thomas Henry and George Bouvine.
Alderman O'Toole's ward committee met at the Roxbury Owl Club and unanimously elected Michael P. Daley as chairman yesterday afternoon.
Waltham physicians form a combine with a new fee schedule effective January 1. Day home visit two dollars, day office visit one dollar, night office visit one dollar fifty, administering other fees three to five dollars. The article compares local rates with nearby cities and cites Boston ranges up to five dollars for day calls.
Judge Henry S. Dewey is poised to lead military duties if General Dalton resigns with Governor-elect Douglas’s inauguration next Thursday. The Bates staff will escort the new governor and General Miles may attend as inspector general. The new staff will debut in uniform on inauguration day. Captain Remington will handle escort duty. Tickets are limited to about 500, and Douglas’s address is expected to run about 90 minutes with possible surprises in state affairs.
James Jeffrey Roche editor of the Pilot and newly appointed consul to Genoa Italy was stricken Saturday with a rush of blood to the head and vertigo. He lay unconscious for over an hour but is now on the road to recovery.
Patrick Cain of Stoneham died of alcoholism in the East Woburn police station this afternoon after being arrested for drunkenness. He left his home about 9 a m and was found dead in the cell about an hour after the arrest. His wife identified the remains and they were returned to Stoneham.
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