Telephone rate case argues for large Boston savings
The speaker details alleged waste and overcharges in the telephone company with claims of $8,000 uncounted savings, high management costs, and excessive labor charges. Comparisons show Chicago and Providence rates, urging an immediate 11–12 percent rate cut and further review. The discussion covers directory advertising costs, franking expenses, and fire insurance funds.
Why I Lost My Job And The Stomach Trouble Behind It
A narrator explains job loss tied to chronic worry and indigestion. He credits Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets with restoring health, clarity, and performance at work. He urges readers to seek stomach relief to improve memory, mood, and employability.
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Stuart
Eupaceeia
Tobias
F. A. Seport Co
Stuart Ridg
Marshall
Vinol touted as cod liver tonic by Rev George W Ruland
Keene New Hampshire clergyman Rev George W Ruland praises Vinol a cod liver oil preparation saying it builds strength for run down workers and claims no harmful drugs. The ad asserts Vinol supplies medicinal elements without stomach upsetting oil and adds tonic iron, with a money back guarantee at five Riker Jaynes stores in Boston.
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George W. Ruland
Keene, N. H
Riker-Jaynes Jug
Washington St
Summer St
Boston
Albree Calls Separation of Accounts to Fix Rate Irregularities
State highway appointee George Albree told the board that separating accounts at the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company is necessary to correct rate irregularities. He outlined the findings after examining the company’s affairs and urged corrective accounting measures.
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George Albree
Highway Commission
New England Telephone and Telegraph Company
Meeting Called by M Nary Shapes State Democratic Board
Last night plans formed to block Feeney and McNary at large delegations. McNary's call set a meeting with 10 at large and 19 district members present, sparking court doubts on the state committee's composition and authority. Thomas J Collins chaired temporarily as James Synan was elected state committee chairman for 1908 with Cronin secretary and eight vice chairs named.
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Feeney
McNary
O’brien
Quincy House
State Committee
Daniel J. Kiley
Mr. McNary
Springfield
Kiley
James A. Watson
Thomas J. Collins
Cornelius F. Cronin
Lowell
James W. Synan
Pittsfield
Democratic City Committee
Democratic State Committee
Thomas J. Colling
South Boston
Mr. Cronin
Daniel F. Doherty
Westfield
Whitney
Northampton
Berkshire-Hampshire
Thomas Mannix
Cohasset
Plymouth
Thomas Taggart
Democratic National Committee
Massachusetts
Denver
Nicholas Skerrett
Worcester
Frederick J,. Macleod
Cambridge
Daniel F. Buckley
Boston
William S
Lawrence
John F. Shea
William J. Doherty
Newton
Thomas L. Keefe
Everett
John T. Meaney
Blackstone
Robert Coffee
Lynn
George T. McLaughlin
Sandwich
James Synan
Patrick J. McCarthy
John J. McCarthy
Patrick F. Sweeney
Salem
James F. Millen
Peabody
Thomas L. Lawler
Greenfield
Rate Policy Texts on Unit Treatment and Account Separation
The document argues to keep the company as a single unit for rate setting or allow limited separation by expediency. It discusses how future rate decisions depend on whether to treat the entire territory as one unit and whether to use cost or expediency in determining rates, while noting required cost components and questions about capital, earnings, and plant accounting. It also records specifics of John H. Lee's salary and expenses and lists political contributions and allowances to state and city bodies in 1904 and 1905.
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Boston
Franks
Malden Bridge
Hingham
Norwood
Welesley
Lincoln
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Somerville
Chelsea
Roxbury
Dorchester
Chicago
Blood
Chicago Commission
Providence
Lily
Kellar
Manchester
N. H
Lewiston
Wright
Mr. Valentine
Bogton
New York
Patterson
Albree
State House
National
Portland
New England
New Hampshire
Keller
Sherwin
New England Company
New England Telephone &Telegraph Company
Lee
Blaze on Moore Street Fire Damages Home
An overheated kitchen stove sparked a lively blaze on the first floor of a two story wooden dwelling on I Moore street owned and occupied by William Donahue. Damage totaled $50.
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Moore Street
William Donahue
The St Regis Redefines New York Hotels for Home Seeker
The hotel shifts from traveler shelter to permanent abode for thousands in New York City. The St Regis leads this trend offering homelike comfort, privacy, and all inclusive service with top food and safety. It attracts permanent residents and seasonal visitors alike.
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New York
Social Register
St. Regis
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