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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1906
Page
6
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A reflection on the 130th anniversary of American independence highlighting the founders, the sacrifice of the people, and the enduring principles of liberty and self-government that shaped the nation amid a monarchist world. It notes the evolution of the republic and the lasting human rights doctrine born from the Declaration.
The Board of Aldermen rejected a curbstone act passed by individual signatures outside a regular meeting. A special meeting was called to address the issue, letting residents set off fireworks on their premises under safety rules. Corporation Counsel Babson argues the act risks illegality and future court challenges.
The measure drafts land redistribution in European Russia offering state purchases of arable land from privates on favorable terms and selling peasant lands. it aims to aid emigrants to Siberia and Central Asia while restricting sales to non peasants. The article also recounts unrelated local items including hospital officials views and social anecdotes.
The article notes a proposed emigration scheme to improve land distribution and aid settlers, while urging emigration to Siberia draws fierce derision in the National Assembly. It describes the czarist government's challenge and the agrarian demands as unlikely to be met by indirect methods.
The city readies a lively Independence Day with a morning East Boston carnival parade athletic events regattas and a Faneuil Hall observance featuring Mr Coakley. Band concerts fireworks and public games ensure a full day of celebration under a permissive police accord and hopeful weather prospects.
The Old South Work hosts a summer course of free Wednesday lectures for under 20s and teachers at the Old South Meeting House. Edwin D. Mead opens with Sir Walter Raleigh and Roanoke, followed by talks on Jamestown, New Amsterdam, the New England Colonies, and other colonial topics by noted scholars and pastors.
A gun explodes at Fort Warren injuring two privates. The incident prompted an immediate investigation by military authorities to determine cause and secure the area. Local officials reported no further threats to personnel.
The Six-Eyed Sleuth infiltrates a Black Hand meeting where Chico-the-Choice accuses him of tampering in the Bonanno case. A blood vote to kill Steve is taken with each member pricking a finger for a blood滴 ballot. Chico is named to order Steve’s death with two assistants if needed.
Stealthy Steve, a visiting sleuth, confronts an attempted hit by the Black Hand faction. In a tense lodge room, a gatekeeper identifies Steve as the spy, tipping the balance toward a deadly confrontation as the scene ends with a vow of vengeance.
B C Crabtree asks which sin is worse the recent New York sins or clergymen doubting the Bible and divinity. He cites Drs Peters Dixon Crane and questions the pulpit's stance and the future impact of such attacks on faith.
Mrs. M. H. Crosby, longtime occupant of the Robert Gould Shaw estate on Cottage avenue and Lagrange Street, West Roxbury, cultivates a rare white strawberry patch discovered by her daughter. The fruit, green when unripe and cream white when ripe, is sweet with a hint of pineapple and praised by neighbors who received baskets.
A 20 year old young woman asks Mildred Champagne about an age gap romance with a 35 year old man. She notes his good character and salary, parental approval for him, yet family objections due to the age difference and future implications. She seeks guidance on whether to pursue or end the relationship.
The speaker urges acceptance of a match with Bal, arguing age gaps can be managed, and that parental consent resolves objections. The tone treats the man as highly desirable and suggests the couple could emerge as winners if they wed.
A reader writes about an engagement without a ring and a man who is busy and ill, visiting infrequently. The advice notes the lack of visible commitment and asks the young woman to consider patience, suggesting love may grow with time.
A group gathers on a verdant veranda for a warm afternoon of reminiscence. Camilla and Phil Stanwood share a paddle tale that echoes a past canoe mishap and hints at a forthcoming chapter in their story.
The Ipswich society pages describe Boston residents and guests arriving in Newport for the Fourth. Yacht races and band concerts are planned at local clubs while social hosts entertain with dinners and fireworks. Notables include Edward Gray, J Wadsworth Ritche, E Rollins Morse, King Upton, Elizabeth Devens, Paul Hamlin, and Charles Adams among others as parties line up for the holiday at Newport and surrounding resorts.
Mr and Mrs J W Silver of Jamaica Plain celebrate their silver wedding in Concord Hall South End with a reception concert and banquet. Mr Silver a grocer known in Greater Boston Hebrew circles, their three daughters prominent in Roxbury and Dorchester. They reside on Boylston Street and were married July 4 1881 after 35 years in the country.
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