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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1903
Page
6
The notice lists daily and Sunday Post rates for one year six months and three months. It notes address changes require both old and new addresses and that payments should be in advance by checks drafts or money orders payable to the Post Publishing Company.
The article notes Leo XIII died after a long life of diplomacy and church work. It highlights his broad legacy from Italian anti brigandage efforts to two generations of influence. It discusses the upcoming papal election and America's pivotal role, with Cardinal Gibbons as a leading candidate representing a vast Catholic hemisphere.
The Evansville business community condemns firing workers who joined the militia during riots. Governor Durbin blasts such actions as treasonous, while Massachusetts scrutinizes the Guard as essential to state security and public order.
The king and queen begin a long anticipated visit to Ireland amid expectations of hearty Irish welcomes. The era since Edward VII’s accession has seen improving Anglo Irish relations, with land reform likely to become law and the removal of the coercive crimes act, though concerns over its use persist.
Authorities claim summary jurisdiction and six month sentences with or without labor. The land purchase act lingers in background as a push for a sincere welcome to King Edward.
A San Francisco despatch notes Teng Hwa Lee a Yale graduate held aboard a steamship for lacking a certificate of identification. He taught in Batavia, runs the Yale Institute, and seeks postgraduate study at Columbia. The piece questions strict enforcement amid open door and reciprocity debates.
The text jokes that James Wilson, Iowa born Secretary of Agriculture under Roosevelt, discovers a remedy for insomnia: fresh roasted peanuts eaten with a pint of cold water before bed. It lampoons various cures and notes his authority on peanuts and other crops, suggesting a great discovery.
In Boston, Newton Newkirk reflects on King Peter I of Servia with pomp and pageantry as trumpets sound and cannons fire, yet warns doubt remains that the king may peter out.
A humorous column notes Borelli’s claimed discovery of a two tailed comet visible to naked eye. It locates the object near Cygnus and Vega, with closest approach to the sun on August 1, and jokes about its extra tail and silly amateur theories. The piece also includes light items about old mother-in-law jokes and polar exploration.
Peter Primrose reports from Buzzard's Bay on Miss Alice Spencer Geddes's claim that Brattle Street critics require two generations of brains to join their set. The piece mockingly contrasts Cantabrigians with Brattle Street elites and notes ex President Cleveland delaying a presidential run due to home duties while at Gray Gables.
Delegates to the United States League of Local Building and Loan Associations begin their 11th annual convention with a Massachusetts hosted banquet. Speakers include Governor John L. Bates former Governor J Q A Brackett Gerald FitzGerald and others. The convention hall opens Wednesday at 9 o'clock with the executive committee meeting and an 10 o'clock address by Gerald FitzGerald followed by talks on Reminiscences of a Secretary and What Is the Value of Building Associations to the General Public.
Helen Gerrish of Lowell tore up a deed transferring her uncle Dr A A Gerrish's estate valued at about 290000 to 300000 dollars after declaring she did not believe she was entitled to the money. Dr Gerrish died in Lowell from worry over money matters. He was among the area’s wealthiest men and deeded the property to his niece a week before.
John Farley of South Boston and John Griffin of Braintree, once tentmates in the War of the Rebellion, reconnected after decades. Farley, amid the Hooker parade, mentioned Griffin, sparking a meeting arranged by a Braintree neighbor who spotted their shared past.
Governor Herreid of South Dakota, Mrs Herreid and daughter Grace toured the Revere State bath house. He remarked that a suit and room priced at 25 cents seemed high. An 11:35 Lynn train with two special cars will return the party to Boston for the Nantasket boat. J W Smith of Alabama also accompanied the group.
The steam yacht Alvina reached Bar Harbor with owner Clement A. Griscom and guest United States Senator M A Hanna aboard during a eastward cruise, arriving on July 20.
New York July 20 Senator Eugene Hale of Maine created a punch named Ginger ale Jounce during a voyage home aboard the St. Paul. The circle included Deputy Surveyor Bishop and Colonel James Elverson among others from the Philadelphia Enquirer and U S secret service.
In Framingham, July 20, the Second Brigade had a lively drill day after yesterday’s weather. The Eighth Regiment did battalion drill and the Ninth Regiment regimental drill, with excellent work. Cavalry under Major Perrins practiced horsemanship, then troop drill. Evening parade showed strong performances across all commands, with Company D of the Ninth winning rifle practice over Company M of Lowell by 18 points, 379 to 397.
Edwin D. Mead spoke at the Emerson Memorial School in Concord on Emerson’s educational vision. He praised the natural method and the soul first approach, emphasized respect for the child, and noted the scholar must think independently, lead, and rely on spiritual strength within a republic.
Salem mayor and city officials visited the cadet camp at East Boxford. The program featured extended order drills, inspections, and battalion parade under Major Spencer. Alder man Hussey, ex Cadet rifle team member, scored seven straight bullseyes amid generally poor range scores. Governor Bates and staff plan to visit tomorrow.
The Boston fire department announces transfers of Robert D. Stewart from Engine 10 to Engine 19 and Louis C I Stickel from Engine 19 to Engine 10 effective July 2 at 10 a m George F Doyle moves from Engine 48 to Engine 10 with July 21 start at 10 a m William Matecer of Engine 10 is honorably discharged Andrew McAuliffe appointed on probation and assigned to Engine 47 under civil service rules
A collage of city scenes including playful stunts with streetcar fenders, Somerville racing titles, notable riders Mayor Edward Gilman, officers and drivers. Highlights include a runaway carriage rescue by James H. Kelley and a boyish ice cream pedler on Somerville streets.
Newport July reports indicate Mrs Isabelle Kemp, sister of Mrs Reginald Vanderbilt, plans to marry Hollis Hunnewell after her divorce from Arthur Kemp is finalized. The couple has common social ties and Hunnewell has grown close to her since the separation.
Jerry returns to town and recalls a high stakes bridge game hosted by Mrs. Golden. The evening features Emery and Cliverly, a conman figure, whose tactics and flirtations threaten the players. A subsequent police notice links a suspected swindler to the scam, hinting at possible danger.
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