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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1906
Page
6
January 23, 1906 issue of the Post published by Post Publishing Co lists subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, office address at 259 Washington St Boston, and contact numbers for the business office. It notes advance payment requirements and distribution reminders, signed by Editor and Publisher B. A. Grozfin.
The mayor chaired a stalled Aldermen meeting as a muddle over electing a presiding officer halted municipal work. Juror drawing proceeded but larger issues remained untouched, risking public interests. Officials are urged to end the delay and restore proper functioning.
The House GOP leadership backs a maximum tariff plan adding 25 percent to Dingley rates and a 25 percent levy on free list imports from countries with lower rates. The move, seen as politically risky, could trigger a tariff war with Germany and Brazil and may boost anti Republican sentiment before November elections. Senator Lodge warns of the peril and cites growing calls for tariff reduction.
Organized labor in Britain shows as an independent element with the Laborites poised to win at least 50 seats in the new Parliament, already surpassing forty. While 670 seats total in the House seems a large body, the party could wield influence through parliamentary coalitions at critical moments.
The Liberal party likely holds a clear but narrow overall majority with Labour emerging as a recognized ally. Labor’s parliamentary influence rises for the first time, growing from seven members previously to a robust factor in shaping policy alongside Liberals and other factions.
Public hearings on amendments to liquor statutes focus on the 400 foot schoolhouse clause and the broader need to revise the screen and early closing laws. The piece argues only one hotel is affected, urging the Legislature to fix impractical provisions that hinder metropolitan needs and create moral ambiguity.
The piece defends a proposed street along the Charles River basin behind Beacon Street. It notes public benefit outweighs individual disruption while acknowledging property rights and possible ownership issues over adjacent flats. It cites legal avenues for equitable adjustment and states no insurmountable obstacle to the plan.
New England residents report unusually warm winter days with July Pippins blooming early in New Bedford and surfers in Halifax enjoying warm water. Reports from Vermont to New Brunswick describe extreme heat, early crops, and a mix of garden abundance and frost fear.
A Chicago News item lampoons Depew and John Moran while Waltzing through rail passes and governors. It notes Governor Cummings of Iowa seeks abolition, Guild’s stance in Massachusetts is mixed, and Chief Crazy Snake meets President Roosevelt, a scene described with satirical flair.
A digest of social notes and city scenes including Cheswell’s return to duty after an accident, Utopians of Somerville invitation in Guild Hall, St Catherine Alumni officers installation, Annie Piper engaged to Matthew Hale, Everett exchange opera night at Whittier Hall, Megantic Fish and Game biograph tale at Copley Square Hotel, a streetcar passenger trick, Arlington Boat Club ladies night, McDonald’s recovery, Brookline curling with Royal Montreal Golf Club, and a Boston poultry show photo moment plus engagement news for Miss Lillian Carbush and James A. McGrath.
A Baptist meeting at Tremont Temple voted down a resolution condemning Mayor FitzGerald for blocking the Holy Jumpers at Faneuil Hall. The majority called the exercises vicious in part. At a Wesleyan Hall Methodist meeting, the Mayor's communication was deemed entirely satisfactory.
The press under construction for the Boston Post is the largest and most expensive printing press ever built. Weighing 150 tons and comprising at least 125000 metal pieces, it features numerous cylinders and flexible color options, promising unmatched speed and quality. The Franklin Sentinel notes the project sets a new record in modern printing technology.
A playful verse depicts Adam neglecting housework in Eden as the serpent ponders leaf evidence. Dust and rubbish pile beneath the couch while the primal kitchen runs wild. The Lord laments the fallout as humanity enters domestic life with Eve soon after.
The piece critiques young women reading romance novels and avoiding real life knowledge, citing Jerome K. Jerome and a Denver Times quote. It then notes three Jefferson Avenue young women fashion clashes, with salmon pink, purple, and brown outfits creating a striking, clashing display.
Parishioners of St. Joseph’s Roxbury vote to hold a reunion on February 14 at Paul Revere Hall. Father T J Fahey will be in charge with committees appointed to arrange the event.
Advertising note touts high quality fruit and solid meat options with phrases Extra quality and hand packed. Mentions standard quality and whole fruit as features of the product line.
A college pair of friends, Bert Saunders and Jack, clash over girls and fun. Bert is sociable and adored by many, while Jack is aloof until a girl named Katrina sprains her ankle and draws him into surprising care. Months later Katrina misidentifies Jack as Bert, rekindling tension and attraction.
A letter writer asks MILDR ED CHAMPAGNE whether to end four and a half years of unrequited attention to a retiring young woman. The advisor cautions that lack of shared goals and assorting traits suggest postponing a proposal, observing from afar, and seeking compatibility before marriage.
Comic exchange reveals a humorous case of a sneeze and a missing handkerchief. Mr Wabbly frets over his need while Miss Googoo admires the handsome stranger as Evil drops the cloth.
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