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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1906
Page
6
The Post Publishing Company issue dated January 24 1906 lists office addresses at 259 Washington St Boston and 1004 1005 Main in the Hdstioral Rooms. It notes prepayment for subscriptions and discontinuation on expiration guidance for readers and agents.
The Boston Merchants Association board adopts a formal resolution opposing a municipal lighting plant. They cite the corporation counsel’s report showing costs could exceed bond authorization and urge the City Council to pause until fuller facts are known. Public hearings are anticipated to examine protest grounds.
The drive to unite Oklahoma with Indian Territory and Arizona with New Mexico faces strong opposition. New Mexico critics call the plan unnatural while Arizona delegates pledge near unanimous rejection. The report cites foreign-born percentages as irrelevant to the broader issue of allegiance and territorial fairness. Governor Otero’s latest interior report is cited in the debate.
The passage argues that substantial differences in population legislation industries ideals and ethnology prevent a single State government for two communities. It supports the Democratic minority's plan to let each Territory decide by referendum, deeming it rational practical and just.
A record mile time of 31.8 seconds at Ormond Florida exhibition races signals a possible 120 mph pace. The beach course offers a traffic free test site with minimal driver risk, while the broader auto industry shifts toward safer practical machines for faster, continuous travel beyond horse speeds.
A commentary argues that higher shoe prices come from increased material costs driven by the beef and hide trust and tariffs. Manufacturers warn old quality cannot be kept at old prices, yet consumers bear the 50 cent rise per pair. The piece traces the cost chain from hides to leather to retail.
All sorts by Newton Newkirk highlights Mayor Fitzgerald as the busiest Boston mayor ever. The piece lists projects from riverfront thoroughfare and a new City Hall to a municipal school and a hospital home, while noting relentless social obligations and frequent public appearances across the city.
The Board of Commissioners of Savings Banks asks for stronger laws to shield thrifty savers in the commonwealth. They cite charities and toy banks evading supervision, and warn that law without strict enforcement is useless. Vigorous examination and supervision are essential to prevent scams.
A marital dispute unfolds over house cleaning at Jackson Street residence. Mrs Talbot calls for renovations including curtains carpets tinting and a new tub while millionaire husband William H Talbot argues eight bathtubs suffice and that if cleanliness fails with eight bathtubs they should retreat to the woods.
A comic era verse about spring’s teasing warmth and a weary insurance umpire named G Cleveland, paired with a satirical ballad about John D. Rockefeller Sr. and Jr. amid witness testimony and process servers. The piece blends humorous poems with references to court and family drama, reflecting early 20th century newspaper whimsy.
Washington confirms nominations for James B. Scott as solicitor for the Department of State and Presley M. Rixey as surgeon general. Also names postmasters for states Connecticut Maine Massachusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island Vermont with listed towns and officials.
Observant Citizens praised Daniel J. Dwyer for his lecture before the Knights of St. Brendan in which the Celtic archeologist argued St. Brendan reached America a millennium before Columbus. The report notes warm weather affects farmers and town plans, including Brookline’s proposed municipal gymnasium funding.
The article reviews Sudermann's Magda as a psychological study with Mme Bernhardt delivering a forceful, vehemence rich interpretation. It notes M de Max's Pastor Hefferding as a revelation and cites Garvey Denenbourg Keller in supporting roles. Tonight La Tosca stars Bernhardt with de Max. Camille plays this afternoon.
In a hunting morning Miss Hayward exerts skill on her mare as Charlton watches a rival rider near her. Tension grows as Charlton tries to maintain a privileged position while Miss Hayward’s mastery and flirtation rumors shape the scene, culminating in a sudden turn of events at the fox chase.
Mutual interest in the engagement of Miss Rosamond Saltonstall of Fairfield Street to Charles C. Auchincloss of New York is reported. Saltonstall, noted society debutante, has been a bridesmaid three times. The couple’s wedding is anticipated as a major Boston social event.
Charlton struggles to free his boots after his horse plunges into a muddy ditch and he and Leighton meet on the road. Leighton reveals the scene around Ina Hayward as a daring rider, Herbert Clifford, with Miss Hayward. Clifford reportedly plans to marry Ina's sister, shocking Charlton.
A reader asks whether to send for a distant lover or stay with a sick sister. The columnist says the lover should propose a meeting, and if equally eager, he will find a way despite distance. A gentle hint from the lonely correspondent should prompt a reunion.
A letter writer seeks guidance about a long engagement with a girl who has not agreed to marry. The advisor suggests she may fear matrimony or prefer someone else, urges rechecking the relationship, then ending the wait. The note ends with reflections on long engagements and knowing people too well.
A reader from Bellows Falls Vermont asks if a man arrested and convicted, later granted a new trial and found not guilty, can sue the county or state for false imprisonment. The letter cites the legal doubt and seeks editorial view.
Alice Stone Blackwell defends women’s voting rights in a letter to the editor, arguing that eligibility cannot hinge on military duty while many men remain eligible despite disability. She cites U S military statistics and notes state practices, urging inclusive suffrage beyond intoned exceptions. Blackwell identifies Dorchester, Mass., and dates the correspondence to January 23.
LL Goldstein of East Boston argues that Mr Luce s primary law is among the best legislative acts in the state and urges direct nomination of mayoral candidates instead of delegate conventions He cites past caucus abuses in Boston and contends only self interested motives seek to abolish the primary system and favor conventions.
A resident argues for Webb School on Porter Street as the better location for a proposed relief hospital. The writer prefers a central but quieter site, avoiding the noise of fire station alarms near the Austin School on Paris Street. The letter emphasizes patient comfort and reduced stress during emergencies.
A reader requests guidance for verifying an Edwin Booth autograph and assessing its value. The note asks the editor how to determine genuineness and potential worth, seeking authentication steps and appraisal sources.
February 12, Lincoln's birthday is a legal holiday in Connecticut Illinois Minnesota New Jersey New York North Dakota Pennsylvania Washington state and Wyoming.
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