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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1905
Page
4
Professor Edward W. Bemis testifies in Boston on the 80 cent gas rate, saying current conditions do not justify a rate cut but may with changes. He cites a 38.07 cent cost to produce gas if managed like outside firms, and flags high management salaries as a major expense.
Mrs Julia Duff a member of the Boston school committee condemns James J Storrow’s proposed bill creating a five member unpaid School Board to be appointed by the Mayor. She says it undermines democracy, concentrates control, invites outside influence and risks book company sway, with 100000 Boston parents likely to protest.
An extended meeting of Fall River mill owners at the Manufacturers Insurance Co office is believed to consider a wage compromise for textile operatives. Governor Douglas had urged private talks, with labor leaders eyeing a sliding scale and possible wage adjustments tied to cotton cloth margins. The exact terms were not disclosed as discussions lasted three hours and outcomes remain uncertain.
Police chief and station captains were ordered to increase vigilance after a surge in crime. Plain clothes patrols were posted at railroad stations and theatres, with detectives assigned to pawnshops to curb thefts and other offenses.
Battle Creek citizens form a Citizens Association to shield workers and industry from union pressure. The plan requires fair wages, legal work contracts, and no strikes or boycotts, promising stable employment and prosperous commerce while condemning violent or coercive tactics by unions. Public backers cite high wages, home ownership, and local prosperity as proof of the town’s model.
Eugene N. Foss lauded Governor Douglas for his inaugural remarks on Massachusetts and the tariff. He endorsed the speech saying its language could not be improved and pledged to support the Governor. The joint committee on federal relations will discuss the governor’s industrial comments.
Engineer L Whelpley, 40, of Somerville, was killed instantly at the East Cambridge furniture plant while thawing an overhead pipe. He became trapped in shafting, suffering fatal injuries as his body was found broken. He lived on Hancock street.
Fore River Ship and Engine Company in Quincy will immediately begin building four Holland type submarine torpedo boats for the United States Navy. The four destroyers contract totals 820000 dollars, to be completed in 18 months. Secretary of the Navy Paul Morton signed the contract with the Holland Torpedo Boat Company, specifying construction at Fore River.
Emperor William intervened personally in the coal strike during a dinner with Commerce Minister Moller. They discussed the rapid spread of the strike which had already reached nearly 100000 workers and warned that up to 300000 men might quit, threatening serious impact on German industry.
Arch bishop Williams of Boston is a patient at Carney Hospital awaiting an eye operation for a cataract in one eye. Dr Hasket Derby is expected to perform the procedure this week. Sentiments of sympathy and hopes for a swift recovery are widespread.
Hibernian Hall in Revere hosted a ceremony for Division 28 of the M C O F with installations led by Martin K Joyce of Division 1 James Holland and D J Falvey of Division 5. Retiring officers James J Reardon William Finlay and Jeremiah O Sullivan received tokens of appreciation a diamond tag a fountain pen and a meer schaum pipe. Social time followed with remarks by Martin E sores John E Breslin D J Falvey and Patrick F Donovan.
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