The Letter Box on Rates and Service
The Letter Box flares how the people feel on the question of excessive rates and poor service. Their letters to the telephone editor tell the story.
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1907
Page
7
Germantown Citizens Praise Post for Campaign Against Monopoly
At the Germantown Citizens Association annual meeting held in Saunders Hall Germantown the Boston Post was unanimously commended for its efforts to obtain better telephone facilities and lower rates. The resolution supports the Post’s plan as anti monopoly and beneficial to the people of Greater Boston and the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germantown
POST
Germantown Citizens’ Association
Saunders Hall
Boston Post
Greater Boston
Henry J. Hoyt
J. Henry Way
Gleason
Boston caller seeks same phone service as New Hampshire
A Boston reader compares New England Telephone lines in New Hampshire with six subscribers paying $18 yearly for long distance, arguing Boston should receive the same rural service despite a larger customer base. The letter advocates uniform pricing and infrastructure expansion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Hampshire
New England Telephone & Telegraph Company
New England
Boston
Boston letter on public transport and petitions
A Boston reader endorses a campaign, notes the 15 cent South Natick telephone rate, compares with electric car fare and railroad costs, and wishes success for the cause. Charles N. Hooker signs the letter from Hub Theatre dated January 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Post
South Natick
Charles N. Hooker
Hub Theatre
Boston
Dorchester Subscriber Attacks Telephone Service
Charles H. Marshall of 49 Kingsgate Street, Dorchester laments poor Dorchester exchange service calling it the worst and urges action against high rates and unresponsive central office, dated January 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorchester
Dorchester Exchange
Charles H. Marshall
Kingsgate Street
Postal Press Letter Encourages Telephone Rights Push
Prescott Chamberlain writes from Boston urging The Post and telephone authorities to protect subscribers' rights. He urges持续 pressure, noting thousands in the Greater Boston district support the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Post
Boston
Prescott Chamberlain
Letter on telephone rates and public benefit
A reader named Henry Newman urges the Post to reduce telephone rates, arguing lower prices would expand usage and benefit more people as the service becomes a necessity. He frames the issue as a public necessity and calls for more popular adoption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Post
Sir
Henry Newman
Reader letter questions Mrs Eddy push over poverty and pride
James Matheson of Beverly Massachusetts argues Mary Baker Eddy overemphasized her family status in a response to a McClure's Magazine article. He says the core of Christian Science lies beyond wealth or lineage and urges humility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir
McClure’s
Mary Baker G. Eddy
Post
Mrs. Eddy
Christian Science
Robert Burns
Christ
Let Reason and Mercy Guide Responses to Mad Dogs
A 1907 letter urges readers to seek causes of canine distress before condemning dogs as mad. The writer, EE. H. Clover of Greenfield New Hampshire, argues distress from separation, fright or illness can mimic madness, and calls for humane treatment and restraint rather than death or muzzling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Post
EE. H. Clover
Greenfield
N. H
Advices Dupont’s Best and Shot For Mad Dogs
Letter from W H Hall of Boston written January 5 1907 defends muzzling dogs and prescribes a controversial prophylactic and firearm method. He cites George T Angell on cruelty and suggests using Dupont’s best pellets and BBB or SS G pellets to treat rabies fears. The piece reflects early 20th century views on dog control and public safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George T. Angell
Dupont
W. Hall
Boston
Candidate for Italian Count Title Tied to Guidi Line
Governor Guilds sister in law Miss Mary Frothingham Johnson could become a countess if her husband Vittorio Orlandini Guidi applies to Italy's heraldry board. His mother’s Guidi lineage and Florentine family standing provide a basis. courtesy title possible even without formal count status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guild
Mary Frothingham Johnson
Vittorio Orlandini-Guidi
Board of Heraldry
Italy
Baron Tosti
Orlandini
Guidi
Guidis
Florence
Vittorio Orlandini Guidi
Curtis Guild, Jr
Harriman denies being seriously ill after routine operation
New York January 7 J H Harriman stated he is not seriously ill. He said he had a minor operation recently, not serious, and he plans to go out at once. He declined to discuss the Interstate Commerce Commission probe into railroads in which he is involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
J. H. Harriman
Harvard Hall Riot Prompts Visitor Ban at Memorial
Harvard authorities consider barring visitors during meals at Memorial Hall after a chaotic scene sparked by two women and later eight English tourists. Students pounded cups and tables, a waiter warned visitors, and fruit and rolls flew as diners clashed with the party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memorial Hall
Harvard
Board of Directors
Harvard Crimson
The Passionate Pilgrim Sketch Prompts Stratford Quizzing
A humorous exchange in England features a rustic tourist asking about Stratford-on-Avon and Shakspeare, a cheering reply about Shakspere's country, and a lawyer quip in a last will sketch. The crowd riffles with wordplay as Mr Snarler faces mortality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stratford-on-Avon
Stratford
Ally Sloper
Mr. Snarler
They say a fool and his money are soon parted
A quip from Sphere on the chances a fool and wealth share, noting the odd pairing of folly and fortune.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sphere
Young Doctor Delivers News After Runover Incident
A young doctor faced a delicate task as he informed a wife of her husband’s grave condition after a motor accident. The wife asked if her husband was ill and the doctor replied that the situation remained grim, with the scene described in stark, newsroom style.
Night Ratehman Applicant Cites Noise Sensitivity
A dialogue shows an applicant for a night ratehman post claiming he is easily awakened by the smallest noise, while the managing director questions his qualifications. The exchange highlights concerns about suitability for a quiet duty role.
Bobbie’s Drum Demand Sparks Family Quip in Tatler
A humorous exchange portrays Bobbie’s desire for a drum and the family’s playful worry over the effect of his obtaining one. The dialogue highlights hopes and tensions around a small domestic item.
Treasury Secretary Shaw Warns Against Prosperity Dangers
A remark by Secretary of the Treasury Shaw warns Americans about the perils of their immense prosperity, described as paradoxical and notable for its implied critique of national wealth. The remark is cited by a Bystander comment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Shaw
Bernard
Motorman Saves Drunk From Crossing Bay View Street
Motorman 7042 on car 1317 halted the vehicle by reversing just as an intoxicated man lurched into its path on Weverett street. The fuse blew out in the sudden stop, but no one was injured and the passengers were frightened but unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bay View
Weverett Street
Ally Sloper Quips About Odds On a Horse Race
In a humorous exchange Ally Sloper answers a question about betting odds. A woman asks about a shilling on a horse at 20 to 1 and winning 206 shillings, then at five to one, and finally at exactly 1 o'clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ally Sloper
Irish lawyer’s plan to abolish perjury by dispensing with oaths
A Punch quote notes an Irish lawyer proposes removing the oath from judicial proceedings. Without an oath, perjury would be impossible, the idea suggests. The remark highlights a radical simplification of legal procedure and reflects satirical critique.
Young Patient Desires Butter for Hair Care
A London hospital house surgeon recalls a young girl patient asking for extra butter. She explains her sweetheart will visit that day and she wants her hair to look nice, prompting the unlikely request amid daily medical care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lonedon
Weekly Telegraph
Had Carrier in Lords would change politics in Syracuse
A fragment quotes Judy talking with a mate about political influence if they were in the House of Lords in Syracuse. The remark suggests alternate governance and implied political power shifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrier
Bill
Judy
Ally Sloper Cartoon Caption Sparked Contrast
Dialogue excerpt shows Elsie probing a relationship note and Ada recalling a lover turning down the light. The playful exchange reflects social mores and humor in early comic strips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elsie
Ada
Ally Sloper
Thaw Case Seeks Special Jury Panel in New York
In Supreme Court, district attorney seeks a special panel of talesmen to form a jury for Harry Thaw's murder trial of Stanford White. Thaw's counsel opposes. The court orders objections filed as an affidavit before a further hearing and decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Harry IX
Thaw
Stanford White
Supreme Court
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