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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1906
Page
6
The notice states that Nos 1004 1005 Main and Nos 1883 1584 Main telephones must have payments made to avoid service discontinuation. It warns remedies and impending cutoffs if debts remain unsettled.
A 1904 steamboat disaster caused 957 deaths and spurred calls for accountability. Captain William F. Van Schaick received a 10 year sentence for failure to drill and maintain lifesaving gear, while critics argue manufacturers inspectors and company directors share blame for the fatal neglect and unsafe equipment. It questions why only the captain bears punishment while higher authorities evade responsibility.
The joint statehood bill faces reporting in the Senate with likely opposition aimed at denying imposed statehood against a willing community. Arizona's distaste for union with New Mexico is highlighted, urging consent of voters as in enabling bills and invoking Foraker's proposal.
An appeal from the National Publicity Organization urges promotion of state associations to push for a federal law. The proposed measure would require sworn disclosure of all campaign contributions and promises, with exposure and punishment for evasion. The piece argues for strict enforcement and cites Massachusetts as a flawed model. It suggests a reform akin to Mugland’s corrupt practices act and urges public publication of policy payments.
A fragment mentions insurance companies funneling funds into a Republican campaign. The sentence references the political financing dynamic in the last presidential contest, implying financial backing by insurers to boost party prospects.
A Midcontinent oil fields region report claims Standard Oil will cut output to one third as Missouri fights to oust the trust. Indiana Territory operators urge action against Attorney General Hadley and push toward Mr. H. H. Rogers of Massachusetts for a possible compromise to prevent pipeline closure affecting oil markets.
The Ormond Beach automobile exhibition demonstrated that motor cars are the speediest form of transport, faster than Berlin’s experimental trolley line. In a 100 mile contest machines failed one after another and the winner pushed on for 60 miles with a single tire, the event highlighting danger as part of the sport.
Washington dispatch reports the National Publicity Bill Organization urges nationwide publicity of election contributions and expenditures and the creation of groups to promote these aims. Massachusetts delegates include Charles S. Hamlin and Frank K. Foster, with Foster noted as AFL delegate to the British Trades Union Congress.
The Rev Charles IXnickerbocker officiated burial services for restaurateur Thomas D Cook at the Virginia Street Universalist Church at 1 30 yesterday morning. The church was filled with mourners. Private services were held earlier at the home on Cushing Avenue and interment followed in Mt Hope Cemetery.
The Barnard Memorial held its annual meeting at 10 Warrenton Street marking the 70th anniversary of the children's chapel. Courtenay Guild outlined the memorial’s work while Rev. B I McDaniel reported a surplus of 860 dollars, improving from last year’s 240 deficit, with a bright outlook for the coming year.
Washington society notes Miss Allie Roosevelt daughter of Mr. T Roosevelt will marry Nick Longworth of Cincinnati next month. The wedding at the bride's home promises a brilliant social event with many invites accepted and a dinner to follow before the couple begins housekeeping in this city or Cincinnati.
A humorous reminiscence recounts a woman offering a streetcar seat to a man who declines to avoid women's rights friction. He ends up seated on a hot box beneath a heating vent, sweating profusely while recalling Sherman and noting the five cent fare. He chooses principle over comfort, embracing the strap-hangers union.
Carnation Day marks the birth of William McKinley born January 29, 1843 in Niles Ohio. The observance is voluntary rather than compulsory and honors a widely respected American president with sentimental tribute.
The speaker mocks Jim Deelies as a foolish, ignorant man who does not know basic facts or how to respond to trouble. The passage characterizes Deelies as luckless and oblivious, yet confident that his ignorance shields him from defeat in Louisville.
A Boston theater week yields near six figure amusements as offices report strong attendance. Edwin Nicander remains with the Empire stock company. Madame Bernhardt selects Judith a three act play by E Benedict de MR nay with translation by Frederic Mayer and music by a Paris composer. Sheriff Winch recovers eight attackers after a lumber camp fight. An exhibit of Japanese art opens at the Boston Museum under Okakura. P F Walsh named private secretary at Charlestown navy yard. A hobo sells an 1810 Hampshire Federalist to a patrolman. Mass judges praised by jurors in Superior Court Fifth. Judge Aiken in Divorce Court noted for calm demeanor.
A column of brief quotes on poultry work by M E Jaffa praising cleanliness for laying power, a Kansas Day Club for women alongside men, a restaurant scene with a salt shaker verdict, and concerns over debt and dread in marriages. The items reflect early 20th century social attitudes and humorous anecdotes from various papers.
A masked intruder slips through a window into a mansion during a servants night out. He steals silver and a bottle of champagne, subdues a man with a gag, and coerces the lady to retreat to her room. Confronted by the husband’s former friend, the thief reveals a complex motive, then frees the captive and departs. The ending hints at lingering guilt and a wary truce between former enemies.
Society notes describe Mrs Bryce Allan hosting another elaborate dinner at Beacon Street and Mrs Parker hosting a final reception musicale on Dartmouth Street. The piece outlines upcoming nuptials and bridal parties for Boston debutantes and connections to the Roosevelt family, with several matron ushers linked to prominent society circles and the President’s daughter wedding spotlight.
The Boston Post invites readers to submit favorite scrap book stories poems and anecdotes for potential publication and prizes. Send your gems from your personal scrap books to the Scrap Book Editor in Boston.
Miss Clara Barton the lone honorary Woman's Relief Corps member and former national chaplain will travel to Boston February 13 to attend the Massachusetts State convention. Aged 84 she remains active and plans the First Aid Association of America from her Oxford hometown near the house of her birth, which still stands.
At Wellesley College a mysterious tall dark young man described as a burglar and fiend has been spotted near the Administration building and in the library with a green bag and a suitcase. No sighting since Thursday. Lock up as students caution rises.
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