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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1904
Page
6
The beef packing strike ends swiftly as packers concede to worker demands. Resumption of work follows in Chicago and nearby centers. The beef trust remains intact, with potential for renewed disruption and price pressures on the public.
In a heated critique, the Roosevelt paper accuses the Standard Oil crowd of deserting the administration, calling the monopoly the wealthiest and most hostile to free trade. It notes Standard Oil’s 48 percent dividends and use of the old New York Custom House rent free from taxes, suggesting Parker may gain its support while urging loyalty to Roosevelt.
The article notes Russia's seizure of the British steamer Malacca as a possible casus belli. It argues contraband definitions vary and highlights the method used by Russia to seize the vessel as the real danger. It states England would back Japan, France would back Russia, and warns Europe teeters between peace and war.
The long awaited release of Mrs Florence May brick closes a case once described as international in scope. After a life imprisonment sentence imposed 15 years ago, extensive prop aganda and diplomatic efforts had kept attention on the matter.
Abigail Dodge and Gail Hamilton helped push for Mrs Maybrick’s pardon. Despite a death sentence for poisoning her husband, she was commuted to life imprisonment. Under English practice she would be released on probation after 15 years if behavior allows, a standard followed without appeal.
The Governor and Council plan to refer the bounty bill to the Supreme Court for a constitutional opinion. The Post urged this move when the act passed over the veto and argues the court must decide both validity of passage and whether appropriating public money for private emolument is constitutional.
The first anniversary of Pope Leo XIII death occurred yesterday the pope having died July 20 1903 after a long illness. There was no special service in Catholic churches yesterday but observances are expected soon.
E W T of West Somerville criticizes a Swedish musician for asserting American women are bossy. The writer argues judgment should come from experience of marriage and labels the Three Young Ladies as lacking gentlemen. He claims true gentlemen have wives who are not bossy.
A reader questions why many Common seats are held by loafers, excluding respectable people. The writer suggests a separate area for that class and a cooler space for workingmen’s wives and children to enjoy fresh air during hot weather.
MAX HENRY NEWMAN of 24 Davis Street Boston writes July 20 urging residents to respect the Public Garden and Boston Common. He asks people not to litter and use receptacles, noting a little effort can greatly improve cleanliness and preserve trees, grass, and flowers.
The Duke groans at facing a death duel with Harry Lair after challenging him to an encounter to the death. He contemplates weapon choices, secures Jerome Travers as a second, writes a will leaving his estates to Dolly Dimples Ardleigh, and imagines dying in full dress with boots on as Dolly mourns beside him.
A report notes the duel nearly occurred within minutes of its scheduled start as delays stretched toward the final moments before execution.
Malden observer M S ODonnell writes of autograph requests to Judge Parker and a pride in receiving the President’s or Brigadier General Matthews autographs. He mentions veteran reception preparations, Emily Emmart and Stars and Stripes displays in Charles Town schools, and Andrew Mack's summer home at Onset Bay. Vermont politics bring Uncle Joe Cannon to Senator Proctor, with marble strikes noted.
The scene shifts to a planned duel with Jerome Travers and the Duke near a woods as Helen mourns. The Duke recalls his secret love for Dolly Dimples while Travers awaits his moment. The piece ends with a note about an endless streetcar seat and readers’ objections, prompting the editor to defer to the streetcar company.
In Williamsport Pennsylvania on July 20 eight year old Martha Simcox daughter of H S Simcox of Youngdale ran back into her burning home to save a favorite doll. She fled to neighbor McRae but sustained fatal burns and died shortly after.
Franklin Penn July 20 The will of millionaire S P McCalmont filed today disapproves tobacco and liquor use. It excludes from inheritance any son who indulges in liquor or tobacco at any time.
William H. King Jr who recently graduated Webster High School at 15 years eight months has unconditionally passed Harvard entrance exams. He will likely be the youngest admitted freshman among a student body of hundreds.
Frank E. Wing and George McQuole, chauffeurs, appeared in Municipal Criminal Court on a complaint by Officer Pelton of Division 16. Each was fined ten dollars and paid.
A nameless foundling with a Turner like talent stuns a small town. Elton sees paintings, the baby ponders a new life with a 12 by 12 oil, and a telegram from New York offers $50,000 and a future with Mary. Mary replies yes to keep house with the child and wealth.
Practical guidance for comfort during heat waves urging calm and simple habits. Advice covers moderation in diet and drink, temper control, hygiene, shade and cooling spaces, child care, and avoiding excess clothing or sun exposure.
In Aberdeen S D July 19 the Democratic State convention convenes with Benjamin C. Ash of Pierre likely to be nominated for Governor. Ash is noted as the first white boy born in the old Dakota territory.
July 20 in Paris Colonel George Wilson a retired American army officer fired several shots at Mile. Charlotte Murmann. Wilson then shot himself in the head and died while being taken to a hospital.
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