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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1904
Page
4
The article argues the repeal of the coal duty was prudent and needed, blaming Washington influences for delaying continued exemption. It criticizes Roosevelt for rhetoric on the Hague tribunal while urging action to let Colombia present its case, questioning the consistency of his stance.
The Novoe Vremya of St. Petersburg warns that if war comes Europe would face a great struggle between Christianity and heathenism with global reverberations. The piece argues such a Christian heathen clash is historically unlikely, noting modern conflicts are more likely racial or regional than religious.
The long inquiry into the shipbuilding trust pauses as Charles M. Schwab makes a partial confession and agrees to become a co-defendant in mortgage foreclosure suits. The trust is admitted insolvent at the filing and the future course will be set by the court. If the collapse weakens the Morgan style of high finance, it may serve the public good.
The Colombian government urges submitting grievances with the United States to The Hague tribunal while President Roosevelt rejects the idea as an admission of potential error. He previously lauded arbitration and noted his administration's success in sending Venezuela disputes there.
A new method at the Boston customs house replaces the release bond with a cash deposit to expedite liquidation of invoices and delivery of goods. In operation since Monday, early results are satisfactory as goods are delivered quickly after examiner reports. Merchants see no special preference for the old release bond and welcome a potentially smoother process under Secretary Shaw.
Observant Citizen notes new cakewalk style crossings in Boston as inches of slush and water submerge paths. A prominent clergyman on Washington Street becomes a laughing stock with dramatic leaps and arm flourishes during his attempt to reach the curb.
A fragment from All Sorts by Newton Newkirk discusses nervous tension amid ongoing Russia Japan war rumors, satire on headlines, and commentary on public figures like Russell Sage, Jerome, and a weather clerk. Also notes a thalattosaurus fossil, Balkan war clouds, and a hearse driver smoking in Washington Street.
Miss Emily F. Carpenter, appointed principal of Winthrop Grammar School for girls on Tremont street in June 1902, faces renewed opposition from male teachers. The Association of School Principals objects to her selection, arguing it violated established policy and could prompt a petition against appointing women as grammar school principals. Carpenter declined to comment, deferring to the school committee.
A promotional tease invites readers to see a new continuous serial beginning next Monday in this column, asking readers if they are bald and prompting curiosity about the forthcoming tale.
The greatest hair raiser ever discovered promises thrills in every line as Stealthy Steve the Six Eyed Sleuth pursues crime with expert flair. A foggy day helps craft suspense with nonstop action, and the first chapter arrives next Monday.
In a sharp letter Priscilla rebukes our yesterday remark on women and domestic duties claiming nine of ten men are unfit husbands. We offer no reply but urge her to calm as anger cools. The exchange underscores tensions over marriage expectations and women’s roles.
The engagement of Ruth Horton to Dr. B Arthur Bensley is announced. Miss Horton, daughter of Rev. Dr. and Mrs. Edward A. Horton of Audubon Road, and Dr. Bensley, a University of Toronto faculty member, are set for a near date wedding at the Second Church. Dr Van Ness to perform the ceremony with the bride's father assisting.
A New York society named Daughters of the Faith aims to socially ostracize divorcees, wearers of decollete gowns, gamblers including bridge players, and liquor users. Charter members include Mrs. T. W. Ward, Miss Eliza Lummis, and numerous prominent Catholic women, with Eliza Lummis as founder and active member.
The United Mine Workers of district No. 6 adopted a resolution urging study of economical and political questions to prepare for taking judiciary legislative and executive powers of government, aiming to restrict employer use of state power. The scale question was discussed but unresolved. A resolution declared engineers must belong to the miners union.
At Lasell Seminary Auburndale on January 14 Miss Flora Mac Donald gave an engaging talk titled Artistic Interior Decorations. A large audience viewed exhibits of draperies wall coverings and fabrics for home adornment.
Comic dialogue fragment shows Professor Fizgigg reacting to a dwarf traveler. The scene hints at a playful clash of science and fantasy with curiosity and humor. Dialogue emphasizes whimsy and curiosity without a clear unfolding event.
The Rev Fred V Hawley of the Western Unitarian Conference told the Chicago Union of Liberal Sunday Schools that the Bible is not a suitable textbook for teaching truthfulness purity and brotherly kindness to children He cited stories of theft deception and elder family disputes as examples best omitted in early moral instruction.
Mrs. Winthrop Sargent hosts a ballroom at the Hotel Somerset tonight to honor debutante Miss Cornelia Wolcott daughter of Mrs. Roger Wolcott. Miss Wolcott will lead the cotillion with Mr Joseph Grafton Minot who led the previous cotillion at the assembly.
In a tense exchange at the railway office, Lower and Lower Manager taunt Hamlet Omlet about his rise from freight brakeman to company insider. Omlet retorts that he has shifted from passenger to burden, highlighting the social friction within the firm.
A roundup of short items includes Herbert Henry Booth, son of General Booth, touring America addressing audiences for 12 months. Supreme Court Justice Brown maintains a habit of shoe polishing. Rev Father McKeever offers gold medals to firemen saving lives. Viscount Hayashi, Japanese ambassador to Great Britain, being ennobled for wartime service. Clara Barton planning a large Red Cross fund. Lt. L A De Clairmont departing Denver for Guatemala. Rockwood Hoar to present on Governor William Shirley for the Society of Colonial Wars.
G T Morris of 242 Dagle Street East Boston spent his last birthday in Cape Breton at the Sydney Hotel where a large gathering honored him. He called the event one of the grandest on record and said the 1904 birthday will be celebrated in the usual style, though no arrangements have been made yet. His rare birthdays justify a special celebration.
Miss Hannah Stevenson, Beacon street daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Stevenson, noted as a premier society bridesmaid and among the best dressed in evening wear. This winter she wears a deep sulphur yellow satin gown with a duchesse base, gores, and a sequined yellow tulle overdress. The skirt features a long train and wide tulle ruffles, with fitted sleeves and trailing lace streamers. The debutante’s fashion is highlighted by her prominent standing in ultra fashionable circles.
J Harrison, a young inventor in a village, creates a flashy toy engine and an advanced burglar alarm that shocks burglars but saves lives. The alarm’s echo brings Eureka Novelty Company performers and Dolly Vandeveer to town, triggering comic misadventures with Deacon Corner. Mrs. Stubbs tries to manage the chaos as the alarm misfires amid mistaken romance and church moralizing.
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